About - Ralph Smith Co

About Ralph Smith Co.

Ralph Bailey Smith bought his first truck in 1952, transporting explosives and aggregates until his early death at age 43, in 1979. His young sons Doug, Dan, and David took what experience they had and got into trucking on their own.

Doug and his wife Linette, grew their small fleet into an industry pillar. By combining efficient production and accurate billing practices, Ralph Smith Company has held a competitive edge in the market. Doug has had a keen understanding of mechanics and job site acumen to make sure the company exceeds customer expectations.

1952

Ralph Bailey Smith enters the trucking world..

1956

This 1956 Ford FB is similar to Ralph Smith’s first truck, which he bought around 1956.

1973

Kenworth celebrates 50 years in service just as Ralph Smith company gets underway.

1974

Ralph Bailey and Douglas Smith.

1978

Ralph Bailey Smith in a truck that he bought to rebuild. His son Danny put the track back together and it was sold to Sam Geldmacher.

1979

Douglas Ralph Smith near Echo, Utah.

1980

Wayne Ashworth, Douglas R Smith, Dallas Smith, and Wayne Samuel Smith.

1982

Cousins: Mike Ashworth, Dallas Smith, Kenny Ashworth, and Wayne Samuel Smith at the original Ralph Smith Company yard: 988 South 500 West, Salt Lake City, UT.

1984

Douglas Smith with baby Katie J.

2002

Wayne Ashworth with son Mont Ashworth; son-in-law Douglas Smith; grandsons: Dan Ashworth; Mike and Kenny Ashworth; Wayne Samuel, Dallas, and Harrison Smith.