Robert Alexander Smallwood

Robert was born in Weyers Cave on April 5, 1936 to Robert Franklin and Mollie Herring Smallwood.

He was employed as a tractor trailer driver for Contee Sand and Gravel Co. and F.O. Day in Maryland. Later, he was a self-employed dump truck operator. After retiring he was President and Owner of a construction firm. After moving to Virginia in 1992, he worked part time for Houff Transfer. He was a member of the Elks and Moose lodge in Laurel, Md.

Robert is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Althea Jones Smallwood; three daughters, Elaine Mauri and husband, Jerry, Darlene Smallwood, and Dona Smallwood-Carneal; three grandchildren, Danielle Smallwood, Larry and RJ Carneal; two great-grandchildren, Chance Diaz and Jacob Bartley; one sister, Marie Roadcap; many cousins whom were like his brothers and sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Following his request, he will be cremated and his memorial service will be private.

Lindsey Funeral Homes and Crematory in Weyers Cave is handling arrangements and online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.lindseyweyerscave.com.