It is with sadness that the family of Richard Everett Smith, of Kingston, NB, announces his death which occurred on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. He was born on May 30, 1947, a son of the late Henry "Harry" and Olive (Tays) Smith. Richard worked with the Department of Transportation as a ferry operator until his retirement. He is survived by his son Edwin Smith of Kingston, NB; daughter Crystal Smith of Geary, NB; grandchildren Ryan Carpenter and Kayla Carpenter of Oromocto, NB; sister Freda Long; mother of his children Marion Smith; sisters-in-law Anne Flewelling, Norma Mercer, Constance Morehouse, Heather Reuvecamp and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Richard was predeceased by his sisters Gladys Buchanan, Ina Mercer; brother Ronald Smith; brothers-in-law James Buchanan, Elward Mercer, Silas Long and sister-in-law Edith Smith. Arrangements, which will be held privately, have been entrusted to Reid’s Funeral Home (506-832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton, NB. Donations in memory of Richard, may be made to the memorial of your choice. Personal condolences to the family and donations may be made through ReidsFH.com