Randy Smith, 69, of Centralia, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at his home.
In Centralia, Illinois on April 22, 1955, Randy was born to Charles J. Smith and Ruth A. (Lackey) Smith. He married Elaine Edwards on June 9, 1981, in Chicago and she preceded him in death on November 20, 2000.
Randy is survived by his companion of many years, Dawn Lewis; his brother: Chuck Smith and significant other Katrina Beard of McLeansboro, Illinois; a sister: Lisa Zawojski and husband Mark of New Melle, Missouri; a nephew: Michael Smith of Fort Myers, Florida; two nieces: Kelly Crosby and husband Sam of Marion, Ohio and Lacy Lonero and husband Jason of St. Peters, Missouri; several great-nieces and great-nephews: Conner Lonero, Addison Lonero, Ellie Lonero, Emily Smith, Brayden Crosby, and Calan Crosby and several cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.
Randy served in the U.S. Navy and later for the U.S. Army. He also served as the Army Recruiter for many years and retired from the Army National Guard. He had a passion for restoring classic cars, going to car shows and flat track racing. He also enjoyed riding motorcycles and fishing. Randy loved his family and loved making memories during the Holidays with his family and friends over the years.
Per Randy’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded and a Graveside Service will be held Friday, June 14, 2024, at 10:00 am at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Centralia with Pastor Steve Upchurch officiating. Military Honors will be accorded at the gravesite by the Centralia American Legion Post 446 and Centralia VFW Post 2055. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Wounded Warriors or Centralia Humane Society and will be accepted at the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home and Cremation Services at 235 North Sycamore Street Centralia, Illinois 62801, (618)532-3523, who is honored to be of service to Randy’s Family. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.sutherlandfuneralhome.com.
