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ANACONDA - Robert "Bob" Joseph Smith died peacefully at his home on Jan. 3, 2008.
He was born five minutes after his twin brother, Keith, in Anaconda on Aug. 28, 1964, to Sharon and the late William "Bill" Smith.
He graduated from Anaconda High School in 1983. He then attended Butte Vo-Tech and finished with a drafting degree in 1985. He previously worked for AWARE and the Montana State Prison. He was an avid sports fan. His favorite team was the Pittsburgh Steelers.
In a previous marriage, he was blessed with two children, Kaila and Cory. On Sept. 18, 2007, his first and only grandson, Connor, arrived. All three were his pride and joy. His best time was spent with them.
Sharon, his mother and friend, was his guardian angel with whom he spent many hours. Not a day went by that he didn't tell her he loved her.
He was preceded in death by his father; grandparents, Rudy and Bernice Kovacich and Marvin and Agatha Funston; uncles, Keith Smith and Jim Calnan Sr.; and cousin, Jim Calnan Jr.
He is survived by his mother, Sharon; two children, Kaila and Cory; grandson, Connor; brother, Keith, and sister-in-law, Sally; sister, Tammy, and brother-in-law, Jerry Lussy; sister, Holly, and brother-in-law, Bryan "Buzz" Fulcher; nieces, Jana Lussy, Brooke and Brittany Smith and Kenzie Reisenauer; nephews, Marcus Lussy, Matt and Bryant Smith, Chase Reisenauer and Logan and Lakota Fulcher; along with numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins, including his cousin, Adam Smith, with whom he was very close.
He will be sadly missed by his family and friends, but he loved the Lord and we know he is at peace with him now.
A Service of remembrance will be held Wednesday, Jan. 9, at 3 p.m. at KT Riddle Funeral Home.
Service and cremation arrangements are under the care of KT Riddle Funeral Home.
Memorials: Pintler Pets of Anaconda.
Express condolences at www.mtstandard.com/obits.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Smith
Beverly Leary
January 12, 2008
Tammy, Sharon, and all of Bob's Family, I am sorry to hear of Bob's death. May he Rest in Peace and may you find comfort knowing he is at Peace.
Sally (Guindon) Galle
January 10, 2008
Sharon and family;
I am sorry to hear of the loss of Bob. I have pleasant memories of him during high school. I wish all of you the strength to endure and the memories to carry with you forever.
Bob will always be remembered as a great guy.
Jodi Rusinski-Taylor
January 10, 2008
Sharon and family:
I am so sorry to hear about Bob. Times like these are so hard. I hope you can all find peace at this sorrowful time. Bob was a great person and a very loving father. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jenell (Galle) Martens
January 9, 2008
Smith Family,
Sorry to hear about Bob, I have alot of great memories of Bob, high school..great smile...He maybe gone from here but never from our hearts...Keith and the rest of Bob's family, you are all in my prayers...
Love & friends...
Sharon Glover
January 9, 2008
Sharon and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Bob. He is in a better place now.
Teri Schouten
January 8, 2008
Sharon,Tammy&Family,
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I was in his and Keith's class. We offer our condolences to you all. You are in our prayers. Tammy drop me a line. Teri (Hamel)& Fred, Ashley and Jacob Schouten
Tony Strizich
January 8, 2008
My Prayers Go Out To Bob And His Family. Smitty Was A Good Guy. When I Was In Anaconda Visiting Relatives In July 07, Bob Was One Of The First People I Ran Into. And Since We Graduated Together In 1983, I Think We Just Stood And Talked For Like 1 Hour. I Tell Ya One Thing Bob Had A Big Heart And Would Give You The Shirt Off His Back. He's With Our Heavenly Father Now In A Great Place.
Stacey (Cook) Smith
January 8, 2008
Sharon, Tammy, Keith, Holly and family,
Just wanted you to know how sorry I am about Bob passing away. May many memories comfory all of you. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Gene and Debbie Bell
January 7, 2008
To the Smith Family,
I remember Bob when we were young and having beebee gun wars up behind Nazers. We were always mechanicing on bicycles, going to the dumps or "stealing" parts we needed for the bikes. I even called Sharon "Mom" and especially liked her when she would give me haircuts. I am so sorry to hear about your family's loss and want to express my sympathy to your families...Our Heavenly Father hears our prayers and gives his comfort to his children. I hope you can feel his loving arms around you in your time of need.
Lorene Frigaard
January 7, 2008
To Tammy and your family,
Terri had called me about your brother Bob, and I was so sorry to hear of his death at such a young age. The loss of a loved one is so hard to bear at any age.
Be assured that he is now finally at peace and in a better place. Take care.
TERI RIEHL
January 7, 2008
I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR SPUNK AND THAT CUTE LITTLE SMILE WHEN I BABYSAT YOU GUYS WHEN YOU WERE LITTLE! I HOPE AND PRAY YOU ARE AT PEACE AND HAVE A BEER WITH MY DAD AND BROTHER! LOVE YA, TERI AND BEN
Sandy Pack
January 7, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear of Bob's death. Please be comforted in knowing that he is with the Lord now and will only know love and peace from now on. He was such a sweetie! I met Bob a long time ago, and he had such a nice smile! Please take comfort in each other and in the support of your friends and family during this challenging time. We go through some pretty tough times on this earth and we wonder where God is, but he is here with you now to bear your burdens and sorrow. I've been praying for all of you since I heard of Bob's death a couple of days ago. God understands our very human condition. Bob's in His gentle hands now, and you'll all join him later. Don't be afraid to lean on your friends for support, as I'm sure they all understand. I guess we all go through this from time to time during our lives.
With much love and sympathy,
Jeff and Sandy (Frigaard) Pack
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