Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Ronald F. Smith
1946 — 2024
Ronald F. Smith, formerly of Harrisburg, passed away Saturday October 19, 2024 at the age of 78. Ron was born July 20, 1946 into a large, close-knit family in Hanover. His parents, the late Bernard F. and Naomi P. (Slagle) Smith, were the longtime proprietors of the Victory Restaurant and instilled in him a sense of community, patriotism and work ethic. Ron graduated from Delone Catholic High School in McSherrystown and later earned his Associate's degree. For over 22 years, he proudly served in the United States Navy and Navy Reserve, including active overseas duty during Operation Desert Storm. Ron also worked as a Budget Analyst for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for over 30...