Robert James SMITH Sr.

October 11, 2010

Robert Smith may be a common name, but my dad was not a common character. I'm proud to carry on the name Robert Smith.

Robert James Smith, Jr
Roanoke Rapids, NC

Bob Smith was such a great guy! He kept in contact with my Dad and after his death my Mom, both lived near Lexington, VA. After her death he kept in contact with my husband and me. We loved his letters and the clippings he sent. He will be greatly missed. May God keep his family in His care and ease their pain.
Love and Jesus cares.
Linda & Gene Smith, Madison, VA

Knowing Dr Bob only about 2 yrs, I made his the last med delivery in pm so I could visit when he felt up to it-A facinating memory,experiences,kind spirit-he was exceptional.'Hung up his spurs' now quizing the other great minds gone on---Oh to be a fly on THAT wall !! A loss to us ALL-- Farewell Friend--Don A

I first met Bob in 1991 when Sue started working at CVS. I can't believe that was 19 years ago. I was fortunate enough to visit them twice in NM. He was a great man. Sue you are a wonderful person. You are always in my thoughts. Love you, Melissa.

We will miss corresponding and exchanging cards with Col. Bob, he always had something interesting to say.
Norris and Patricia Apperson

I met "Bob" while working in archeology in the Tularosa Basin in the 1990s and we formed a wonderful working and then personal friendship. He is one of the most interesting people I've ever met, filled with intelligence, honor, dedication to his passions, sense of humor, extraordinary work ethic and passion for what made things tick. He taught me how to use a transit and we mapped the City of Estey together. I will miss his life stories of places all over the world and discussing the vast...