William Smith, age 74, of Connersville, passed away on July 28, 2023 at Caroleton Health in Connersville.  He was born on November 7, 1948, the son of Chester W. and Frances L. Riall Smith.

He served in the US Army from January 1969 to December 1970.

William, who was commonly known as Picker Smith, had been employed at Ford, D&M and Fayette County School Corporation as a bus driver.  He was an umpire for local Little League and enjoyed watching basketball.

His memory will be cherished by his siblings Edward Smith and Kay (Sherman) Neff, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by a sister Connie Planty.

Graveside services will be held at Dale Cemetery on Wednesday August 9, 2023 at 1:00 pm with Pastor Kim McHale officiating.

Urban Winkler Funeral Home is honored to assist William's family with the arrangements.