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Robert SMITH Obituary
Robert was a native of Macon, Ga., and a resident of Hampton for 42 years. He served honorably in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean and Vietnam wars and retired as TSGT after 23 years of service. Following his military service, he continued to serve his country as a civil servant at Fort Monroe and retired in 1998. Mr. Smith was a member of Fox Hill Road Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Cora and Dannie C. Smith Sr.
He leaves to cherish his memories his wife of 56 years, Mary A. Smith; his sons, Robert E. Smith Jr. and wife, Lynn, and Ronald E. Smith and wife, Kathleen; his daughter, Rebecca Ellen Rader and husband, Ricky; grandchildren, Russell, Melissa, Katie, Ronnie and Ryan; and great-grandchildren, Candace, Alexis, Elese and Blake.
A graveside service with military honors will be held on Monday, April 19, at 11 a.m. at Parklawn Memorial Park, officiated by the Rev. Thomas S. Larson.
Memorial contributions may be made to Fox Hill Road Baptist Church Building Fund, 335 Fox Hill Road, Hampton, 23669 or to a charity of your choice.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.
Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave. in Hampton, 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert SMITH
Mary & Sherman McFarland
May 5, 2010
Mom told us about Bob. We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you. We look forward to seeing you again when you come to Orlando to see Mom and Dad.
Ronnie Boyt
May 4, 2010
God's blessings on you and your family during this time of grief. God is the one we cling to always. May God richly bless your family.
May 1, 2010
Mary, Daniel and I are so sorry for your loss. Just remember that God is with you every step of the way, and one day you will be reunited with your love one,Daniel and Effie Jo Blizzard ,Lake Sinclair, Ga.
May 1, 2010
"Little Mary",
You know when the "Little" is before your name it's family. I was so saddened to hear of Bob's passing. You know that I know how hard it is for you and your family but just trust that God is standing right beside you all the way and He will see you through. You all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love to all of you,
Sharon Graham, Ft. Valley, GA.
Pete & Dianne DuBose
April 30, 2010
Mary, We are saddened to hear of Bob's unexpected passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family during this time.
Calvin/Carolyn Chafin
April 30, 2010
Mary and family: Mary, you know more than anyone else that we loved Bob very very much. You heard Carolyn say that she had lost her best "buddy". Bob and I were friends before you and he married and after you and Bob married, Carolyn and I learned to really love Bob as a Brother. We will continue to remember you and family in our prayers. We love you very very much. Your Bro and Sil
April 27, 2010
Mary,
I was sorry to hear of your husband's passing. I pray that you will find solace in your many memories. My prayers are with you and your family. sincerely,
Donna Carter
Hampton, VA
Peggy Barr
April 26, 2010
Mary, just returned from leave and learned that you lost your husband. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this time of mourning.
Lynn Neenan (Talbott)
April 24, 2010
Ms.Smith and Family - I was so very sorry to hear of Mr. Smith's passing. You all welcomed me into your home when I was just a baby and though 30+ years have passed I still have fond memories of playing at your house and spending time with the family. Becky was my 2nd momma and has always meant the world to me. Please know that you are in my thoughts.
Bob with Dolly Parton - Such Good Fun
April 20, 2010
Memories - 1999 September
April 20, 2010
April 20, 2010
Mary please accept my sincere sympathy to you and your family in the death of your husband. Although I did not personally know him he had to have been a fine man to be married to such a wonderful woman for so many years. I miss seeing him with you when you delivered my Avon. Your friend forever Charlotte Spencer
April 20, 2010
Dear Mary, I am very sorry to hear of Bobs death. It willnot be easy but I pray that God fills your memories of Happiness and love that you have shared all those years. I loved both of you as friends for a very long time. we all felt like family at Payne City. God Bless you, Shirley Rainey Norton
Mark Boesen
April 20, 2010
Ms. Smith,
I don't know if you remember me (Mark) and my wife (Laura) but we use to live across the street from you at 461 Gretna Court. Both me and my wife were so sad to hear of the passing of your husband. He was always so nice and would give a wave to us everytime he saw us.
Rest knowing that even though the world is truly a lesser place without him, heaven has gained a good person. May the good Lord bless you and your family in your time of need.
With deepest sympathy & condolences,
Mark & Laura
Pat Struble English
April 19, 2010
Mary, I was so sorry to read Iva's e-mail telling some of us of Bob's death, and also about your son, Ron. My thoughts and prayers have been with you each day and I know you will find comfort in the memories of the many good years you and Bob shared. Take care of yourself and may God's blessing be upon you and the family in the weeks ahead.
Roaming through pictures - this is one of our favorites in Blairsville, Ga.
April 19, 2010
Debbie Boyer
April 19, 2010
Mary & Family
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and yours at this time. I know you how much you will miss Bob. Be strong and please know he is with God now.
Debbie & Jim Boyer,
Diana Hinton
April 19, 2010
Mary & Family:
You and your family have been my extended family away from home since Becky started keeping Amy & Justin. Mr. Smith was always "Granddaddy" to my children too and he will be missed by us as well. May time ease your sorrow. Diana Hinton
Thomas Smith
April 19, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Bob at Payne City Reunion Oct. 2010
Jim & Patty Clements
April 19, 2010
My Dearest Mary, we are so sad at the passing of our Best Friend, Bob. Words cannot express how much we will miss him. Our best memories will be of the great times we have shared over the past years. They will keep Bob living in our hearts and minds. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you and your family tomorrow. May God keep you all in the palm of His hand and comfort you during this time of grief.
We love you all very much.
Bob Payne City Reunion Oct. 2010
April 19, 2010
Carl Anderson
April 18, 2010
Mary, Demeris and I were so surprised and sorry to hear about Bob. We will surely miss his stories at lunch. He will be remembered as one of the really good guys, always. Peace be with you and your family.
Teresa Rader Morewitz
April 18, 2010
Smith Family, Mr. Bob will be missed by all. May Light penetrate your darkness and embrace you with its healing touch. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
April 18, 2010
I was sorry to hear of your sudden loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
With deepest sympathy,
Tootie Joynes
Fox Hill,Va
April 18, 2010
Ron, Kathleen, and family, we are saddened to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and all of your loved ones in this trying of times. God bless you and keep you within his loving arms.
Stuggie and April Fentress
Chesapeake, Va.
Dennis Bogger
April 18, 2010
With deepest sympathy may the memories of your father sustain you through this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Dennis and Jackie Bogger
Becky & Kaylee Creech
April 18, 2010
Ron, Kathleen, and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Be strong and God Bless Heaven received another angel.Take care. Love to all.
Becky and Kaylee
April 18, 2010
Dear Mary & family, Jean and I pray God's peace and comfort on you in a very special way. I always enjoyed my conversations with Bob re coffee and age (who was the oldest.) The Lord said, "-----and Lo I am with you always,----"
Much Love,
Kenneth and Jean, Loganville, GA
April 18, 2010
Mary-Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Margaret Peterman Durfee
Largo, Fl
Tom DuBose
April 18, 2010
Mary, Our sincere condolences are extended to the entire Bob Smith Family. At the end of the day, we all should come to realize that a life lived believing, loving your family and helping others is the only life that really matters. Bob is gone from our eyes, but not forgotten in our hearts. We will miss his sense of responsibility and pride in his country.
Julie Kooderings-Clemens
April 18, 2010
Mary, I was saddened to hear that Bob is not longer with us. I will miss him very much. He was a great person and a lot of fun at our monthly luncheons. I don't do well at funerals so I hope you will forgive my not attending.
April 18, 2010
Mary and Family, We were so sorry to hear about Bob. Our condolences and prayers go out to you all. Ellie and Gabe Kalski
Faye and Terry Cobb
April 18, 2010
Aunt Mary,
Terry and I are so sorry to hear Uncle Bob passed away. It was always so comforting to know that he was still here after Mother and Uncle Dannie had passed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love, Terry and Faye
Jennifer Raimey
April 18, 2010
Mrs. Smith & Family, my prayers and thoughts goes out to you and your family during this time of mourning. I was very saddened to hear of the loss of Mr. Smith. I pray for comfort during this time of loss. Mr. Smith will be dearly missed.
Gene Braddy
April 17, 2010
Mary - I was saddened to hear of Bob's unexpected passing on Wednesday. He was always a dear and close friend. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and family during this time of mourning.. Gene
Gene Braddy
April 17, 2010
Mary: I was saddened to hear of Bob's unexpected passing this past Wednesday. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this period of mourning. Bob was a dear friend from many years past and will always be remembered for his friendship during our days in Payne City. May God Bless you and family. Gene Braddy, Centerville, Georgia...
Joy Taylor Woodard
April 17, 2010
Mary, I was saddened to hear that you had lost your husband/best friend. I know the loss you have suffered as I have lost mine. I pray for comfort from God as only He can give at this time for you and your family. My mind
goes back to the Payne City memories I am sure you have many of those as well as in your hometown, and memories
are the only thing you own that no one can take away. God Bless You.
Jack Pollard
April 17, 2010
My prayers and condolence goes out to Mary and family at this time. The friendship shared with Bob beginning in the 40’s and continuing through to the present day has always been a valued one. Bob will be missed by all at the Payne City Reunion each .
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