Storrs and Mansfield, Connecticut
S. Ruven Smith, 82, of Storrs, husband of the late Trudy (Enzer) Smith, died Thursday, (April 3, 2003) at home. He was born August 25, 1920 in Hamilton, Ontario and had lived in Storrs for the past 42 years. He was a member of the faculty of the University of Connecticut and a research chemist at...
Read MoreYour father was my advisor in graduate school, and co-author with me , your mom and Dr. Tanaka of a book and several monographs. He was a funny, intelligent, and somewhat eccentric professor, but always kind and understanding. He was the perfect gentleman and scholar, and I will always remember him fondly. My prayers are with all of you.
David Futoma
David Futoma
April 05, 2003 | Portsmouth, RI
I was so saddened by learning of the death of your dad. He and your mother were wonderful friends to Bob and helped him through some very difficult times.
I remeber January 31, 1971 when Ruven all decked out in a tuxedo was an usher at our wedding.
I am on vacation of Florida visiting relatives, otherwise I would speak to you in person to express my condolences.
The children of the Smiths were blessed with wonderful parents.
Love,...
Gail Schor
April 05, 2003 | Norwich, CT
