Melvin E. Smith Jr.
Melvin E. Smith Jr., 81, of Butler, passed away on Monday, Dec. 13, 2021.
He was born May 10, 1940, in Butler, and was the son of the late Melvin Smith Sr. and Victoria Nichols.
Melvin was employed by Armco for over 30 years, and was the first Black crane operator in Armco history.He served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy.Melvin enjoyed hunting, fishing, animals, Steelers football and playing in bands. He was known to be a very talented musician.He was the beloved husband of Rhonda Trufley-Smith; father of Stephanie Smith, Sharon (Bryan) Haney, Jason Trufley, Jessica (BJ) Bucci and Chad Smith; brother of Walter (Renee) Smith, Johnny (Olivia) Smith, Minerva (Andy) Lane and Marsha Smith.Melvin is also survived by eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter; and a large and loving family.Melvin will be forever missed by Edna Williams.Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Sandy Smith.SMITH — Friends of Melvin E. Smith Jr., who died Monday, Dec. 13, 2021, will be received from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday at SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 140 New Castle Road, Butler.Veteran honors and prayers will be held in the funeral home.Burial will be held privately.Please visit www.spencerdgeibel.com.
