Robert Smith, 72, of Smithfield, passed away at 3:54 am, Monday, August 24, 2020 at his residence due to cancer from Agent Orange which he was exposed to in Vietnam. Bob was born on April 2, 1948 in Peoria to Dorothy (Reynolds) Smith. She preceded him in death along with his foster parents Jim and Darlene Danz. Also preceding him in death was one brother Billy Droll.
He married the love of his life Brenda Lowder on November 14, 1974 in Canton. Bob surprised Brenda with a renewal of vows for their 40th Anniversary. She survives along with three children; Amy Smith of Smithfield, Kristina (Mike Young) Cooper of Coaldale, CO, and Samantha (Mike) Meschke of Westcliffe, CO, four brothers; Rick (Sheila) Smith of Smithfield, Danny (Sheila Gammon) Smith of Kalamazoo, MI, Tim Smith and Dave (Ellen Schneider) Smith both of Peoria, two sisters; Angie (Fred) Young of Peoria and Marsha Droll of Lewistown, six grandchildren; Brooke (Sam Hyde) Cooper, Coleman Cooper, Jacob Lafary Jr, Ashlyn Cooper and Kadence Lafary all of Cotopaxi, CO and Damien Meschke of Westcliffe, CO. Also a nephew, who was more like a son, Joe (Tricia) Lowder of Canton and many other nephews, nieces, sister and brother in laws.
Bob served in the US Army from 1967 to 1970 in Vietnam and Germany. He spent most of his life working in construction and as a farmer. He also had the opportunity to work with his brother in law, who was like a brother, Bobby Lowder for Dago’s pinball, where he retired. Bob was a former member of Fulton County A.B.A.T.E. and Sheepherders Motorcycle Club and a current member of the Canton Gear Jammers car club. He loved to fish, hunt, and hangout with family and friends. Bob had a deep love for animals, motorcycles and classic cars. In 2016 he had the opportunity to rebuild his dream car, Myrtle, a 1950 Mercury. He poured his heart into Myrtle, down to every last detail, including Mercury Head Dimes installed as accents into the upholstery.
Cremation rites have been accorded and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton are in charge of arrangements. Memorials can be made the family. To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
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