WEST WINDSOR, VT
Robert "Bob" Byron Smith, Sr., 82, a former resident of Port Washington, NY, died at the Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center in Windsor, VT on Friday evening, October 26, 2012 surrounded by family members.
He was born August 2, 1930 in Manhasset, NY a son of Thomas Smull and Alice (Eriksen) Smith. Mr. Smith attended schools in Great Neck, NY and Port Washington, NY. He was married to Loretta (Brower) Smith. Bob and Lori made their home in Port Washington where Bob worked at Plandome Country Club for many years. After retiring in 1977 due to ill health, the Smiths moved to West Windsor, VT where he worked at Property Management for numerous local residents.
Before moving to Vermont, Bob was actively involved in the fire service with Flower Hill Hose Company in Port Washington and as a volunteer with the Ambulance Service. He was also actively involved with the Manhasset Bay Sportsmen's Club in Port Washington.
After moving to West Windsor, VT, he joined the West Windsor Volunteer Fire Department. He was a charter member of the West Windsor Conservation Commission. Although failing health restricted his active involvement with both of these organizations, he was very proud to be a member of them.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Edward, Montroville, Carl and John (infant) and sister Minerva Strockbine.
He is survived by his wife, Lori Smith of West Windsor, his son from a previous marriage, Robert Byron Smith, Jr. and his wife Pam, and granddaughters, Elizabeth and Sarah, all of Kinnelon, NJ, one stepdaughter, Kathie Lawrence of Woodstock, VT and several nieces and nephews.
At Bob's request, he will be buried in the family plot in Nassau Knolls Cemetery in Port Washington, NY. A graveside service is scheduled for Tuesday, November 13 at 2:00 PM. The Rev. David Czeisel will officiate.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Bob's memory to the West Windsor Volunteer Fire Department at PO Box 85, Brownsville, VT 05037