Ronny S. Smith

Ronny S. Smith born February 21, 1943 and passed away March 2, 2017 from a sudden heart attack. Ronny was born in Pocatello, Idaho to Wiley and Loreta Smith. He graduated from Pocatello High School in 1961. Ronny joined the Army June 1961 and was Honorably Discharged June 1964. He became a Master Journeyman Electrician and continued college to become an Electrical Engineer. Ron worked in many fields and many places. Some of them included working for the Pocatello post office, Smith's Automotive Electric (owned and operated) and B.E. He then moved to Stanley where he worked for Stan Harrah Corp. and then on to Challis, he worked for Cyprus Thompson Creek. Then back to Pocatello where he worked for WISE Eng., Walker Eng., and then worked several years as a Journeyman Electrician. He then started Sawtooth Electrical which he owned and operated until his death. Ronny was an avid hunter, fisherman and woodworker. He enjoyed is family and friends and was loved by all. Ronny is survived by his wife JoAnn, seven children; Geraldine, Dannette, Carol, Shawn, Wylette, Jason and Sara. Also, survived by his fifteen grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, his sister Ruby, brother Darwin and his first wife Linda.

Ronny was a man full of love, who graced the world with his presence. He lived a life with many titles, positions and roles, all of which he played very well. But those that came with the forests and lakes, where he wandered, would forever be his favorite. His hands crafted many things and held many children, all of whom he loved. His smile uplifted the Heavens and his laughter replenished the soul. We can all be comforted in knowing this man will forever shine down on those he left behind with the hope of better days to come. The legacy he left behind will continually bloom into a flower of great beauty, which will continue to grow with every waking breath. He will be missed and never forgotten. Rest in peace, to the man who set out on the journey of life and lived every moment to the fullest.

As per Ronny's wishes there will be no viewing or funeral services.

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS OR PLANTS, CONDOLENCES CAN BE LEFT BY FOLLOWING THE "TRIBUTE WALL" TAB ABOVE OR TO JOANN DIRECTLY.