Robert Smith

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Robert Anthony Smith, 63, of Shiloh, IL, born March 13, 1957, in Midwest City, OK, died Monday, March 16, 2020, at Barnes Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, MO.

Robert was a Network Administrator at Scott Air Force Base. He loved photography and fishing. Robert was a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus – O’Fallon Chapter. He was a retired United States Navy veteran.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert L. Smith.

Surviving are his wife of 40 years, Yolanda, nee Rivera, Smith;
two daughters, Monica Smith and Emily Smith;
his mother, Arlene, nee Lucero, Smith;
a grandson, Marcus Jarvis;
a sister, Barbara (Don) Schultz;
and many other family members.

Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.

Funeral: Memorial services to be held at a later date.

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13 Comments on Robert Smith

Keith Wilkerson said : Guest Report Mar 23, 2020 at 4:37 PM

Rest well Robert, condolences to the family

  • Dallas
  • Texas
Diana & Floyd Hale said : Guest Report Mar 23, 2020 at 5:48 AM

We had So much fun with Bob at the reunion, he was already planning to come to the next one, he will be there in spirit. His beautiful pictures are proudly displayed in our house! Sending our prayers to his much loved family ,he was so proud of you all.

  • Las Vegas
  • Nevada
Gerry Slevin (CAPT, USN, Ret.) said : Guest Report Mar 22, 2020 at 7:01 PM

Sincere condolences to the family. Bob was awesome to work with and served with honor. Rest in eternal peace Shipmate.

  • Brandon
  • FL
Gerry Slevin (CAPT, USN, Ret.) said : Guest Report Mar 22, 2020 at 7:01 PM

Sincere condolences to the family. Bob was awesome to work with and served with honor. Rest in eternal peace Shipmate.

  • Brandon
  • FL
Jack Smith said : Guest Report Mar 22, 2020 at 4:12 AM

Rest In Peace Robert. May God be with you. Uncle Jack and Aunt Janese

  • Sun City
  • AZ
Mary Stroughter said : Guest Report Mar 22, 2020 at 2:23 AM

To the family I would like to express my sincerest condolences. Robert was such a friendly man with a kind soul and a great classmate at SWIC and loved photography. He surely will be missed.

  • Shiloh
  • IL
Tiffany said : Guest Report Mar 22, 2020 at 2:12 AM

I’m sorry for you loss... Bob was great to work with and a very kind man....

  • OFalon
  • IL
John and Sue Carlson said : Guest Report Mar 22, 2020 at 12:49 AM

Our condolences and prayers to you and your family on Bob passing. What a shock to hear that. He was a great friend to my brother Jim and Merche.

  • Rapid City
  • SD
Mike Shearon said : Guest Report Mar 22, 2020 at 12:18 AM

Please accept my condolences on the passing of Bob. I was privileged to work with him for several years and it was an honor to have known such a good person. May God embrace your family in comfort during this difficult time.

  • Belleville
  • IL
Bruce Plott said : Guest Report Mar 22, 2020 at 12:03 AM

Bob was a dear friend, always there with a smile and a joke! He loved his Ravens, Baltimore Colts and Orioles. Mostly he treasured his Wife and family! I had great memories of Our trip to New York as well as everyday life! No matter how hard Life got nothing got to Smitty! He’s enjoying his heavenly adventure with his Dad by his side and Don Rickles! We love you Smitty!

  • Port Republic
  • Maryland
Theresa Thornton said : Guest Report Mar 20, 2020 at 8:50 PM

Yolanda, thank you for sharing Bob..He was a great friend..He talked about all of you with great love. I am blessed to have 3 beautiful photos that he gave me at the last reunion...I treasure them...Rip Bob...you will be missed

  • Las Vegas
  • Nevada
Julie Platko said : Guest Report Mar 19, 2020 at 12:50 PM

You're pain free watching over those you love from the best seat in the heaven. God bless you until we meet again.

  • Spokane Valley
  • Washington
Andy Hill said : Guest Report Mar 19, 2020 at 2:38 AM

To Yolanda and family Thank you for sharing Bob with us. As a classmate and forever friend he will be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers for your family at this time. Andy Hill

  • Las Vegas
  • Nevada

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