Robert W. Smith of Floral City, FL passed away while under the loving care of his family and Vitas Hospice in Lecanto on July 5, 2020 at the age of 80. Robert was born in Lynn, MA on December 13, 1939 to the late William and Florence (Waterhouse) Smith. He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy and was a Christian by faith. Robert was married to his wife Rosemary for 43 years until her passing on July 27, 2019. He and Rosemary made Citrus County their home over 40 years ago and attended worship services at Cornerstone Baptist Church in Inverness. In his spare time he enjoyed watching television and spending time with this family.
Those left to mourn Robert’s passing include his daughters: Melanie Briggs and her husband Chris, Michelle Krim, Melissa Rowe; son, Michael Smith; stepsons: Bryan Hughes, John Little and his wife Denise; sisters: Joyce Shaw and Susan Wells; and 2 grandchildren. He also leaves behind his beloved Chihuahua, Casper.
Robert’s family will lay him to rest at Florida National Cemetery with full military honors at a later date. Cremation care by the Chas E. Davis Funeral Home with Crematory, Inverness.
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