Robert L. Smith
August 18, 1940 - October 20, 2016
Robert L. Smith, age 76, of Stover, passed away Thursday, October 20, 2016, at the Laurie Care Center. He was born August 18, 1940, a son of the late Harry and Leona Smith. He was united in marriage to Victoria Young. Together, they shared twenty-six years of marriage. Bob drove a bus in the Kansas City metro area for many years and retired as a bus driver for the Kansas City International Airport. His favorite hobby was building toy train sets. He spent many years in his basement building trains. Bob practiced his religion through the Baptist faith. In addition to his wife, Victoria, he is survived by his sons, Robbie Smith and Joey Smith; his daughter, Tracy Smith; five grandchildren, Kyle, Ryan, Crystal, Amber and Justin; four great-grandchildren; his brother, Marvin Smith; his nephew, Michael Smith and many other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Larry Smith. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 25th, at the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home in Versailles with Chaplain Jeremy Caudel officiating. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home in Versailles.
Robert L. Smith, age 76, of Stover, passed away Thursday, October 20, 2016, at the Laurie Care Center. He was born August 18, 1940, a son of the late Harry and Leona Smith. He was united in marriage to Victoria Young. Together, they shared... View Obituary & Service Information