Soldotna, Alaska
Soldotna resident Robert Andrew Smithwick, 41, died Wednesday, July 21, 2010, while fishing on the Kenai River.A celebration of his life will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at Cook Inlet Academy in Soldotna. Rob was born in Warsaw, Ind., on Nov. 17, 1968, to Larry and Shari Smithwick and moved to...
Read MoreLife is so precious, make each day count as if it were your last. Christ is waiting for each of us with open arms, just like he was waiting for Rob. "Do not be afraid, for I am with you always."
Bob and Angel Holt
September 22, 2011 | Gold Canyon, AZ
Larry, Shari,
Ray an I were so sorry to hear about Rob. Although we haven't seen you for years, our thoughts are with you our brother, our sister.
Much love,
The Nabingers
Ray an Val Nabinger
September 27, 2010 | Eagle River, AK
When we heard of Robert's death the next day on July 22nd, we were so saddened by this tragic accident. A week later on July 28th, we had a friend of ours, who was 69 years old, fall into the Kenai River while fishing off of the bank near the bridge at a private dock. We were so upset, but thankful that our friend's wife and I were there to help him get out of that cold fast water at 9:15pm. When I saw our friend fall into the Kenai river, I realized how quickly and easily it can happen to...
Carolyn Cline
August 08, 2010 | Brandon, FL
Dear Jenny and children, Larry, Shari, and Eric - We were so sad to hear about Robbie. Although we haven't seen him since he was a little tike at Anchorage Grace, we remember him so well. What a fine young man in the photo. We know your loss is beyond words. May the Lord comfort you and hold you very close. We join with all our brothers and sisters in praying for you all. For now, we extend our heartfelt sympathy, but know that there will be celebration someday in the future when the...
Baxters
August 08, 2010 | AK
Dear Larry and Shari,
I was so saddened when Kathy sent word of your son's death. As I opened the email containing his picture and the synopsis of his life, I saw how much Rob looks like you did, Larry, when I knew you and Shari during our years at Grace College. I am so sorry for your loss and know there are many people around the country who are praying for your entire family at this difficult time.
Ramah Lee Stewart
August 06, 2010 | Lancaster, CA
I was so saddened to hear about Robbie. I have not known him for over 20 years so the obituary that was so well written, filled in the time that passed. What a delight and joy he was. Many sincere condolances to Jenny and Children and to Larry, Shari and Eric. Love and Prayers, Jill(and Lee)Waters, Covington, WA.
August 03, 2010
To the Smithwick family~
My heart and prayers are with you all at this time and always. Robbie will be deeply missed. It comforts me to know that Robbie rededicated his life to Christ some time ago and that we will all be together with Christ very soon. And Robbie will meet us there with that unforgetable smile of his, God bless you all
Shawna Oliver
August 02, 2010 | Big Lake, AK
My heart and prayers go out to his family and all those that knew him. I am so very sorry for your loss and pray for the Lord to give you peace and comfort until you can be reunited in heaven.
- Grace Brethren school mate
Cher (Cunningham) Potts
August 01, 2010 | Wasilla, AK
Jenny & kids, Larry Shari & Eric
My heartfelt condolences to you all. You have all Been in my prayers, and may the Lord give you strength and comfort during this time. If it were not for Robbie I would not have had the privilege of attending Grace Christian School, he took me to Burger King on Dimond and told me of all the great things that were at GCS, and convinced me to attend. So for that I will forever be grateful to him.
Wendi Holt-Janes
August 01, 2010 | Metlakatla, AK