Richard Wayne Smith, age 79, of Hoffman, N.C., passed away at home surrounded by his family on April 1, 2026. Richard was born in Montgomery County, N.C., to Walter Jonas Smith and Lura Luther Smith.
Richard found great joy in the outdoors, whether that be hunting, fishing, or simply tending to the land he loved so deeply. He took pride in planting flowers and trees. A proud veteran of the United States Army who served during the Vietnam War, he carried a deep sense of honor for his service throughout his life. Above all else, he cherished his role as a grandfather, and his love for his grandson, Tyler, was unwavering and evident to all who knew him.
Richard is survived by his wife of 57 years, Pamela Kay Woods Smith; daughter, Angela Crouch (Shane); grandson, Tyler Crabtree (Lexus); great-grandchildren, Kasen and Kaine Crabtree; sisters, Rowena Arthurs and Fannie Moore; nieces, Jacqueline, Sherrie and Sirena; nephew, Larry and Walter and Brooke Amoroso, who was like a daughter to him. Richard was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jasper “JP” Smith, and nephew Garry.
A celebration of life service will be held at his residence.
Online condolences may be left at: www.bolesfuneralhome.com
Services are entrusted to Boles Funeral Home of Southern Pines.
