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Robert Smithson Obituary
He is survived by his mother, Janet Smithson and father Robert Smithson Sr. (Karen); siblings, Anna L. Smithson (Justin), Christopher M. Smithson, and Brittany J. Smithson (Adam); grandmother, Martha Liles; aunt, Brenda Hefty; and a niece Reagan Smithson. Joe is also survived by his loyal friend Casey the Sheltie and by many other extended family and friends.
A funeral service to celebrate Joe's life will be conducted 10 a.m Saturday, February 8, 2014 in the chapel of Arch L. Heady at Resthaven, 4400 Bardstown Road, with entombment to follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Visitation will be held 2-8p.m. Friday, February 7, 2014.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Heart Association. Please visit us online at www.archlheadyresthaven.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Smithson
Sue LaRue
February 10, 2014
Oh my, I am so sorry. I just today (2.10)learned of Joe's passing. May Joe surprise you with many wonderful visits as you go through your memories. Love the Smithson family one and all. You are all in my prayers.
February 10, 2014
BJ, Karen, Chris & Brittany-
Tom & I are so saddened by Joe's passing.
We think of you guys often. We will keep you in our prayers.
Tom & Benita
Etta Lechleiter
February 9, 2014
Sorry to hear of your loss. Way to young.
February 9, 2014
smitty and karen anna and chris i am very sorry to read about my mom just told me i will pray god has asoftball game for paul butter and joe to play on the heavenly impellizaris league love tommy raley
Joy Raley
February 8, 2014
Our deepest sympathies go out to all of you. Joy & Tom Raley
Janet Kraft
February 7, 2014
To the entire Smithson family, so sorry to hear about your loss, remembering you in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time for you. Jan and Frank Kraft
Brent & Liz Likins
February 7, 2014
Smitty, Karen, Chris, Brittany...
Brent and I were devastated to hear about Joe's passing.We will cherrish all the great memories of Joe on the river. Our prayers are with you.
Brett Berry
February 7, 2014
Deepest sympathies and prayers to B.J. and the family. We can never be prepared to loose one so close to us, but may the memories and joy you had keep you comforted and may God bless and keep you through this difficult time.
February 7, 2014
Anna, I am so sorry for your loss . . . Jennifer
Jason and Jamie Baker
February 7, 2014
Joe gonna miss you buddy, prayers for everyone that loved joe. Rest easy my friend...
Azgher Hussain Mohammed
February 7, 2014
Will miss you Joe
Jim & Jennifer Meadows
February 7, 2014
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Larry Heil
February 7, 2014
May God's angels reach out to comfort Joe and keep a special watch over Smitty, Karen, Chris, Brittnay and the Smithson family during this difficult time.
God Bless you all.
Mike Sigers
February 7, 2014
Our prayers go out to the entire family. The Smithson's are good folks. May Comfort and Grace be close to you all.
Rita Tate
February 7, 2014
Janet and family, my heart goes out to you. Just want you to know my prayers and thoughts are with you. Sorry I won't be able to make visitation.
Jordan Lady (Tribble)
February 6, 2014
I am so saddened by this...my thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
American Heart Association
February 6, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Tiffany Perdomo
February 6, 2014
I will miss you joe. you always made everyone laugh.. my thoughts and prayers to your family.
Cindy and Dave Robertson
February 6, 2014
Heartfelt sympathy to you in your loss.
Steven & Kathy Kincheloe
February 6, 2014
We will miss Joe.
Chris and Susan Cook
February 6, 2014
Our Thoughts and Prayers to all! So very sorry for your loss.
Cathy Courson
February 6, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with Joe's family.
Allison and Chris Parrish
February 6, 2014
We will sure miss him....always came to see us at the games and was a great friend! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Maggie Wachter
February 6, 2014
Our prayers are with Joe's family.He was a great person and a great friend. He will be missed. We love you Joe.
Barbour and Mike Jeffries
February 6, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Karen, Smitty, Brittany, Chris, and entire Smithson family.
February 6, 2014
My thoughts, prayers and heart is being sent to Joe family.
God Bless you all.
Cynthia Bader
February 6, 2014
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jennifer Brewer
February 6, 2014
Heaven gained an Angel. You will be missed.
Cindy Link
February 6, 2014
We are so sorry about Joe you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
mike and shirley biles
February 6, 2014
Sorry for your loss,
Charles Kronauer
February 6, 2014
He was a great friend of mine. I am so sorry for his family and friends. He will not be forgotten. LOVE YA MAN!!
Donna Richardson
February 6, 2014
So sorry for your loss. There are no words...Sending prayers.
Your Richardson's Feed family
David Clarkson
February 5, 2014
So sorry to hear of your loss. Let me know if there's anything I can help with
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