Birth date: Jul 14, 1925 Death date: Jun 24, 2015
Robert Lester Smith was born July 14, 1925, in Louisville, Kentucky, the son of Howard Garnett and Minnie Lester Smith. He died at his home in Lake Oswego, Oregon on June 24, 2015, just weeks short of his 90th birthday. Bob and h Read Obituary
I met Bob through our men's caregiver's support group. Quite often he would comment how inspired he was by hearing the stories of others who he felt were having it a little rougher than himself. I was honored to be mentioned about my song writing in his book.My sincere condolences to Bob's family.....he will be missed.
Condolences to all of the Smith family and to you especially Jaime. I will say a prayer for you tomorrow as all gather to say good-bye to Bob. Carl and Bob corresponded a little bit after you and Brian married. He was proud of you both. God BlessNorma
I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing.Though I only met him in 2012, I was immediately struck by how warm and friendly he was.His autobiography showed how he was an example of a driven and inquisitive man. I was glad that I got to discuss the book with him after I read it. I know that he will be missed. Condolences to Wanda and the family.
Wanda, Joe and the Smith family:My condolences to you and the Smith family.I always appreciated Bob's upbeat manner and most helpful words when he would stop by the Multnomah Extension Office. I valued his insight and wisdom as coming to Portland from north Idaho was quite a change for me back in the mid-80's. It is extraordinary the connections one makes being involved in the broader Extension Family, especially here in the northwest.Paul Sunderland
