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Robert Smith Obituary
Born in Providence he was a son of the late Thomas and Madeline (Thompson) Smith.
Mr. Smith was a maintenance worker employed by Coral Manufacturing Company and Colonial Knife for 40 years until his retirement.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving children, Robert Smith, Jr. of Cranston, David Smith of Fairfield, ME and Beth Smith of Warwick. He is also survived by six grandchildren. He was the brother of Thomas Smith of Burrillville, Marion Holgen of No. Kingstown, and Mildred Smith of Wakefield.
Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME 1278 Park Ave., Cranston on Friday at 11 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in The Church of St. Mark, Garden City, Cranston at 12 noon. VISITING HOURS: Friday morning 10-11 a.m. Burial will take place in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Home and Hospice Care of R.I., 169 George St. Pawtucket, R.I. 02860. For more information and online condolences visit www.Nardolillo.com.
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Angela Hebert
October 28, 2008
Dear Gloria and family....just a note of sympathy in the loss of "Big Bob." When Bob first arrived at Hopkins Manor, I was expecting to meet an understandably angry and demanding man struck down by anyone's worst nightmare, ALS. What I found was a big teddybear who was simply scared and not ready to leave this world. Even as his illness progressed, he always had a joke and a smile for us. Though he had his difficult moments with you, it was clear he loved you all very much. He will always be remembered by us here at Hopkins Manor. Take Care and God Bless.
Angela Hebert
Director of Social Services
Kathy Baggott
October 25, 2008
Beth
I just found out about your father's passing . I am sorry about your loss
wayne guyette
October 24, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
cheryl oneill
October 24, 2008
Dear Gloria & Roberts children,
I had the pleasure of meeting Robert when he was admitted to Hopkins Manor, I am the diet tech here, I am deeply saddened that I will not be seeing Robert anymore but i do have much comfort in knowing that he is in a better place now watching over all of you.I feel that i know all of you through him. He talked about all of you everyday and I enjoyed listening,I learned alot from your husband & father in such a short time I felt like I had known him all my life.May he know rest in peace.
Cheryl Oneill
THOMAS VOTOLATO
October 23, 2008
Dear Gloria--- Tom and I are so sorry for your loss.We really wish we could be there with you.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family, Cousins Tom and Peg
Beverly Napoleoni
October 23, 2008
Dear Gloria, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care.
Beverly (Napoleoni) & Donald Swanson (BJ's)
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