Mr. Richard Mitchell Smithson June 02, 1923 - September 16, 1999
Richard M. Smithson of Springfield passed away at his home on Sept. 16. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Katherine Smithson. He is also survived by three children, Richard II, Steven and Margaret as well as three grandchildren. A retired Naval aviator who served his country proudly in WWII and Korea, Richard went on to form the respected engineering firm, Smithson & Associates. He will be missed.