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Robert Elmer Smith

11/26/1939 - 11/14/2025

Robert Elmer Smith obituary, 11/26/1939-11/14/2025, Muskegon, MI

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11/26/1939

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11/14/2025

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Robert Smith Obituary

Robert Elmer Smith "Bob", age 85, passed away on November 14, 2025. He was born in Cincinnati, OH on November 26, 1939, to Elmer and Elsie (Baron) Smith. Bob lived in the Muskegon area most of his life and graduated from Muskegon Heights High School in 1958.
On June 29, 1985, he married the love of his life, and together they spent 40 years making memories together. Bob loved woodworking and building and built many things for his family over the years. He also enjoyed time out on the river while he fished.
Bob will be remembered by his wife, Sharon; 3 children, Sheila Devries, Michael (Kerry) Smith and Trena (Nick) Strieder; 2 stepsons; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Robert Smith; and 2 sisters, Shirley Haney and Joan Harris.
Arrangements entrusted to The Sytsema Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 737 E. Apple Ave., Muskegon, MI 49442. Memorial contributions can be made in his name to Harbor Hospice (https://www.harborhospicemi.org). Please share memories with the family on their online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Nov. 15, 2025.

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Carol and Jack

November 18, 2025

I always considered Bob Smith to be one of the kindest gentleman I knew. He had an easy smile and a gentle manner about him . He and his beautiful wife, Sharon, were an integral part of a circle of friends we called "The Group" who gathered regularly at each others' homes to catch up on "news of the day" and then go out to celebrate our enduring frienships at a local restaurant. Time is steadily taking a bit of a toll on some of us, but the memories of these wonderful friendships, punctuated with much laughter, will remain always.
Bob was very talented with his woodworking skills and shared the fruits of his labors with his friends and I think most of us have a few of his treasures to hold onto. Bob, you will be missed so much.

Benjamin Hanson

November 17, 2025

Grandpa.. its your grandson Benjamin. I keep just randomly breaking down over the thought of you not being with us anymore..I know during my life we only saw each other mainly on Christmas eve when you and Grandma would come to our house on 2nd avenue to play pass the crap
As I reminisce I keep thinking about how excited I'd be on the days leading up to Christmas eve just anticipating you and Grandma coming over. My memory of my childhood is foggy but those memories are clear as day... I wish I had came to see you more. I will see you again some day Grandpa, I love you and you'll forever be in my heart. Thank you for being you.

Barb and Joe Sruba

November 16, 2025

Bob was our Brother-in-law. We spent so much time with him, trips, lots of card games, boating, cigars and bike rides with Joe and happy hours! I loved how he called me "Kid" and I called him Dada and Bobber (because of his love for fishing) we are going to miss him so much

Shane

November 16, 2025

We always want more. The things I remember about your dad are successes and family. So sorry for the lose here but look forward to water skiing with him in heaven. Maybe Woodshoping with as well.

Sherri Schwab

November 16, 2025

So sorry for the loss of your husband. Prayers for eternal peace.

Robert Buckmaster

November 15, 2025

Sharon we are sorry for your loss of Bob. We enjoyed our times together through the years. We are saddened by the loss of Bob. We were gifted with some of his craftsmanship which we Love. Rest in Peace Bob. He will be in our prayers.

Benjamin Hanson

November 15, 2025

Bob Smith was my grandfather. Sharon Smith is my biological grandmother, Bob was my father's stepdad but the only grandfather I ever knew on my dad's side. He always had a smile on his face, always made you feel comfortable and I will miss him very much. I love you Grandpa Bob. Thank you for being here while you were, rest in peace. Love your grandson, Benjamin.

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