Ronald "Ron" V. Smith, 89, of Troy, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at his home.  He was born on August 3, 1934 in Quincy, IL to Aubrey and Elizabeth (Kerkhoff) Smith.  Ron grew up with his six siblings and knew what sharing and thinking of others meant.  Even as a child, he was a hard worker and willing to help others.  At the age of 18, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served from 1954 until 1956.

On Oct. 26, 1957, Ron married his soulmate, Joan Marie Peters in Quincy, Illinois.  To this union were born four children: Ronald, Mark, Dave and Martha.  Ron was a good provider for his family and worked at IBM as a field service engineer for 35 years, retiring in 1991.  Ron and his wife, Joan, traveled extensively in the United States as well as traveling abroad.  He was a member of Sacred Heart Church n Troy, Missouri and their Men's Club.  His family, camping, fishing, hunting and supporting the St. Louis Cardinals were some of the pastimes he enjoyed.  Ron was also very active in Troy VFW and the American Legion.

Surviving are his loving children: Ronald (Jeanne) Smith of St. Charles, Missouri, Mark (Judy) Smith of Huntsville, Alabama, Dave (Linda) Smith of Pensacola, Florida and Martha (Charles) Glisson of St.Charles.  He is further survived by his 22 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren and one coming; his siblings: Alfred (Joanie) Smith of Quincy, IL, Edward (Betty) Smith of California, Bernadine Bartos of Colorado; other relatives and friends.

Ron was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Joan Smith; his grandson, Steven Smith; and his siblings: Aubrey Smith, Jr., Roger Smith and Paul Smith.

Visitation scheduled from 3-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023 at the McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1304 Boone St., Troy, MO 63379  (636) 528-8244

A Funeral Mass scheduled at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023 at Sacred Heart Church in Troy.  Fr. Eddie Voltz to officiate.  Interment to follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Troy.

Memorials may be made to the Honor's Flight, c/o the funeral home.   Family and friends are invited to sign our online guest registry at: www.mccoyblossomfh.com