Obituaries
Robert (Bob) Nelson Smith, 82
June 28, 2023
Robert (Bob) Nelson Smith, age 82 of Lititz, passed away at home on Wednesday, June 28, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Audrey Bazzoni Smith, his son Robert Owen Smith and his wife, Colleen Gallagher Smith, their children Tyler Smith, Kelsey Lumbard, and Erin Smith, and his son Dwight David Smith and his son Michael Smith.
Bob was born December 24, 1940, in Pleasant Hill, Illinois. He was the youngest of three children of Owen Everette and Frances G. Orrill Smith. Bob grew up on a farm and excelled academically and athletically in high school and college. Bob’s career included prominent managerial positions in the automotive, chemical, and banking industries. He enjoyed golf and spending time with his family.
We as a family would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the staff of Masonic Village Hospice for their kind, caring, and compassionate care and support.
A private service will be held for the family.
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Condolences to the Family
August 07, 2023
Dear Audrey,
Toby & I are so very sorry for your loss. Bob was a great person and such a great neighbor who always wanted the very best for our community. We will surely miss him. Please take care.
Carla Phillips
July 03, 2023
May the Smith family be strong during this difficult time. I cherish the memories of Bob during the several years when our paths crossed at Overlook both as playing partners and marshalls/ starters. I learned a lot from Bob and grateful I experienced the pleasure of his company. Boy, the ball would really fly when he squared up that clubface! Jaw-dropping distance! A wonderful man…
Frank Brooks
July 03, 2023
It was an honor to be apart of Bob’s end of life journey! Bob was an amazing man & is missed tremendously! Thinking of you all!
Sonni
