Robert L. Smith
Published September 2, 2011
Robert L. Smith
1928-2011
Bob Smith passed away at the age of 83, on August 23, 2011, at St. Joeseph’s Hospital in Tacoma, WA, following complications from Alzheimer’s Disease. Bob was born in Bellingham, WA to Robert Andrew and Adgie Lucille Smith on September 4, 1928. The family soon moved to Kent where he and his sister Yuill were raised. He graduated from Meridian High School, class of 1946. Bob is survived by his wife of 63 years, Rosemary, and their two daughters, Merilyn Catlin (Jim), Nancy Schlecht (Al), grandson’s Michael Schlecht (Ericka), Chris Schlecht, and four great grandchildren. At Bob’s request, there will not be a memorial service, but his life will be forever celebrated and cherished by his family and many friends. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Anderson Island Fire Department, Medic Unit.
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