Charles Robert "Bob" Smith
June 2, 1944 ~ February 17, 2021
Charles Robert “Bob” Smith,
76, passed away on February 17, 2021. Born in Shawnee, Oklahoma, Bob was preceded in death by his son, Bradley Smith, and parents, Charley and Altha Smith. Bob served honorably in the US Army, suffering lifelong wounds received during the Vietnam War. He later retired as an aircraft manufacturing company tool maker. Bob had a servant’s heart and brought a smile to friends and strangers alike. He is survived by his wife and lifelong love, Carol Ann (Alexander) Smith; daughter, Brandi Smith Foley (Bryan); son, Jason Smith (Angela); 3 grandkids; 1 great-granddaughter, and a brother, David of Oklahoma.
A graveside service with military honors will be held 3:00 pm, Friday, February 26, 2021, at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery in Winfield.
For those who cannot make it to the graveside service in Winfield, the family will receive friends for a Celebration of Life service on Friday evening from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Maize Community Building, 401 S. Khedive St., Maize KS 67101. Refreshments will be served.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Kansas Honor Flight or the Kansas Humane Society in Bob Smith’s name are appreciated.
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Rest Charles, until you hear at dawn, the low, clear reveille of God. Thank you for your service to this nation. U.S. Army, Vietnam
I only met Bob a few times and found him to be humble and kind. However, I did work with Carol and heard many a testimony of what a good man, husband, and father he was.
I worked with Charles for a few years at Triumph and later connected with him through my husband at the Vet Center. He was a wonderful man, always had a smile and never a harsh word for any one. Thank you Charles for your service to your country, you will be greatly missed.