We are so sorry for your loss.  We were out of town and didn't fly back to Des Moines till Tuesday afternoon, we are sorry  we couldn't be there for you.  


Ken & Debbie Rice

Liz and family

I was so sorry to hear about uncle Bob's passing. He was a good man. I know he's your angel looking down on all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.  Love you guys.

                                                                                                                         Tammy Searle  Brodersen

I  met  Robert in the late 70’s when my brother was dating. Maggie. I thought he was a good man.  I  know  he loved  all  the  Kids  his or not! I am so sorry for your loss... no words can express my condolences. 

Alma, Bubba, and Isaac....We are thinking of you at this difficult time.  Just know your Missouri family loves you.  Love, your cuz....Lynn


Dear Millie, 
Hugs and prayers for your family.
Thinking of you,
Gail

Bobby, I am so sorry for your loss and you are in my thoughts and prayers.  Your dad will always be with you and in subtle ways, he will let you know he's there.  

I can comprehend just how sad you must feel, For the loss of someone you love.
This sorrowful time must still feel unreal
And you’re looking for strength from above.

I hope, from my heart, that your pain will decrease,
That your spirit will gain strength again,
And I pray that your faith will create inner peace
And that God will send blessings--Amen.

Till then, if you need me to lighten your load,
I’m waiting to come to your aid.
Just call on me, and I’ll walk down that road,
Until the dark times start to fade.

Our Deep condolences,


My heart goes out to all my cousins and aunt liz,even thro we have lost contract over the years ,my mom and dad stayed pretty close  to aunt liz and uncle bob,they enjoyed their visit to iowa and always said how sweet all you guys were,she loved you all,i have fond memories of spending summer vac in iowa with you guys  when i was young,going fishing on the Mississippi and stock car races,uncle bob was a very sweet and good father to all his kids ,and who ever stayed with them, i remember him and my dad joking about shoe size and talking cars ,i will always have these wonderful memories held in my heart ,as i miss my parents  so much ,i find comfort in  believing  he's in heaven joking with my dad now. So love you all and RIP uncle bob ,you are so loved

May you R.I.P. Dad Smith, I have so many fond memmeries of you. I am proud to say that I too am one of your kids. 💚

Bob was a good man, loving husband and father that shall be missed but remembered fondly by anyone who knew him. He impacted so many lives as his eight children and over hundred grandchildren and great grandchildren had so many loving memories. He truly leaves behind a legacy to be proud of. You shall be greatly missed. 
Our thoughts and prayers are with all you left behind.
Love,
Darrell and Debbie

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Robert L. Smith

December 5, 1937 – November 9, 2018

The Runge Mortuary & Crematory

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