Loretta K Smith

Loretta Kay Smith is now walking with Jesus. She was born on February 12, 1934 in Akron, Ohio. The Daughter of Kenneth B. Bucher and Sylvia R. (Murvine) Bucher.

Although she was born and raised in Akron, she spent most of her adult life in Hastings, Michigan. She worked at Larke Buick, and Rheam Motor Sales. She also worked alongside her husband, David Smith, at Riverside Cemetery. After his death in October of 1999, she went on to be the Sexton there until June of 2003

Loretta is proceeded in death by her husbands, Franklin Richter and David Smith. Her father Kenneth Bucher and mother Sylvia Vance. Brothers Kenneth, John, and Jeffery Bucher. Sister Caroline and brother-in-law Jim Knotts. Niece Cynthia and nephew Timothy Knotts and great grandson DeVon Fry.

She is survived by her daughters, Debra Price, Mindy Olmstead and Lori Smith. Sons Kenneth and John Richter. 11 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and 1 great-great granddaughter along with her sister Darlene Arnes and brother Bradley Bucher.

"A Limb Has Fallen"
A limb has fallen from the family tree.
I keep hearing a voice that says, "Grieve not for me".
Remember the best times, the laughter, the song.
The good life I lived while I was strong.
Continue my heritage, I'm counting on you.
Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through.
My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest.
Remembering all, how I truly was blessed.
Continue traditions, no matter how small.
Go on with your life, don't worry about falls
I miss you all dearly, so keep up your chin.
Until the day comes we're together again.

Per her wishes no funeral will be held. To leave an online condolence please visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.