Willard R. Smith, Jr. Of Meredith, NH, died peacefully at home on June 30. He was 86.

Willard was the son of Willard and Greta (Giverson) Smith of Laconia, NH.

He was a machinist for Scott & Williams and Comstock Industries. He also worked for Laconia Country Club as a ground’s keeper. His favorite job was as produce manager at the local IGA. He also worked for the Meredith Police Department as an ACO and the Inter-Lakes School District.

He loved farming, hunting, and fishing. He loved gardening and giving away his crop.

Willard was predeceased by his son, Willard Smith, III, his sisters Barbara McLoud, Dorothy Runnals, and Louise Hardy, and his brothers, Larry and Donald Smith.

Willard is survived by his wife of 60 years, Dolly (Ellis) Smith, his daughter Susan, her fiancé, Scott McKinley. Also, his son, Timothy and wife, Cassie, their children Brandon, Krista and her fiancé, Joe Conforti, Shaylie and Cole. His daughter-in-law Susan and her sons Jamie and Christopher. Also, four Great Grandchildren Natalie, Tucker, Aubrey and Ariana, his brother, Leonard Smith, his sister, Greta Hanson. He is also survived by his closest friends Dave Nedeau, James McLoud and their families.

Private services will be held at a later date.