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Birth:          6 Apr 1936 Connersville, Ind.
Death:          8 Jan 2019 Connersville, Ind.

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1981 book (see for details)
fb Brookville HS, Lynchburg, Va., Indiana Univ 1960, self-employed
https://www.millermosterrobbins.com/notices/Richard-Smith
Richard Nelson Smith, 82, of Connersville, passed away peacefully at his home early 
Tuesday morning, January 8, 2019.

One of three sons of Walter and Ethel Himelick Smith, Richard was born in 
Connersville on April 6, 1936. Following his graduation from Brookville High School, 
Richard continued his education at Indiana University School of Business and earned 
his Law Degree from Indiana University School of Law in 1960.

On June 4, 1960, Richard married the former Marilyn Maule in Richmond, Indiana.  
Mrs. Smith survives.

As an attorney, Richard practiced family law including criminal law work and estate 
planning.  He served as a prosecutor in both Brookville and Connersville and was 
Connersville City Attorney for many years.  Richard practiced law briefly in Brookville 
and in Connersville from 1962 until his retirement.  He was proud to receive 
authorization to present legal cases before both the Indiana State Supreme Court and 
the United States Supreme Court.

Richard was a member of First United Methodist Church where he volunteered at the 
church health clinic.  He was also a member of many civic organizations including the 
Fraternal Order of Eagles, Free & Accepted Masons, Loyal Order of Moose, 
Whitewater Valley Arts Association, and Connersville Kiwanis Club where he was past 
president.  An avid artist, Richard enjoyed woodworking, painting, and sculpting.  He 
also enjoyed spending time with his family.

Besides his wife of 57 years, Marilyn Smith, survivors include two children, Brian 
(Tracie) Smith and Rachel Smith; three grandchildren, Austin Spradlin, Cailin and 
Brodin Smith; a brother, Don (Elaine) Smith; a sister-in-law, Patricia Smith; several 
nieces and nephews.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Dale Smith.

Family and friends may call from 1:00 p.m. until the time of memorial service at 3:00 
p.m. on Saturday, January 12, 2019, at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home.  
Reverend Frank Oakman will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Whitewater Valley Arts Association or 
Parkinson’s Foundation, and friends may visit online anytime at 
millermosterrobbins.com.


Parents
SMITH Walton R. ()
HIMELICK Ethel F. ()

Siblings
SMITH Richard Nelson (6 Apr 1936 - 8 Jan 2019)

Marriage To MAULE Marilyn Maxine ()

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Parents
MAULE Rudolph Benjamin (7 Feb 1908 - 12 Jun 1992)
DAFLER Catherine Mary (29 Nov 1908 - 10 Jan 1989)

Children by MAULE Marilyn Maxine
SMITH Rachel Lynn ()
SMITH Brian Nelson ()

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