Robert "Bob" D. Smith

Robert D. “Bob” Smith, 80, of Evansville, passed away Monday, March 14, 2016, at Deaconess Hospital. He was born April 12, 1935, in Evansville, IN, to the late Jesse E. and Violet Mae (VanBibber) Smith.

He served in the US Army and later retired from Mead Johnson after many years of service. Bob was a longtime bowler. He enjoyed woodworking and made many different wood crafts for family and friends. Bob was an avid sports fan and especially loved Kentucky basketball. He loved country cooking and ice cream.

Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Marie (Covey) Smith; infant granddaughter, Angel Kay; two brothers; and three sisters.

He is survived by his daughter, Sandy (Mark) Pryor; son, Kevin L. (Tonette) Smith; grandchildren, Joshua, Cory, Sara and Logan; siblings, Bruce, Leslie, Joe, Bill, Tom, Eleanor, Diane, Jeanette, Sue and Becky; and special friend and longtime companion, Joyce Kohlmeyer.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, March 17, 2016, at Alexander West Chapel, officiated by Rev. Tyrone Edwards, with entombment in Alexander Memorial Park. Friends may visit Wednesday from 4:00 to 8:00 PM and Thursday from 10:00 AM until service time at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Forest Hills Baptist Church, 2800 Hartmetz Ave., Evansville, IN 47712, or to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com.