Robert J. Smith Obituary

Robert James Smith, age 82 of Beaverton, passed away on Tuesday September 15, 2026 at his home. He was born on October 12, 1943, the son of Marion and Dorothy (Wilcox) Smith in Midland. He married the love of his life Veronica (Kozuch), sharing many years filled with love and cherished memories.

Robert was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Following his military service he worked as a pipefitter welder starting at Dow Corning/Chemical and was a member for years with Local Union 85.

Robert enjoyed gardening, playing poker and his chickens. He turned just about all the farm buildings into chicken coops and raising them as hatchlings. Robert was a prankster who loved to pull pranks with family and friends. He liked going to auctions and garage sales, always looking for a bargain. He was a big fan for watching western and the old black and white movies. He had a love for listening to Elvis (of course) and Johnny Cash.

He is survived by his beloved wife Veronica, their children; Aaron (Kim) Smith, Kristin (Karl) McKimmy, Aarick (Aura Lee Sturgeon) Smith, Stacy Johnson, Ira (Michaelle) Smith; Grandchildren; Kyle, Joycelin, Jennifer (Larry), Bryan (Misty), Gary (Amanda), Amanda (Brad), Angela (Vinnie), Jenna Rose (Jonathon), Nicole (Tim), Sean, Joshua (Michelle), Brandon, Griffin (Natasha) and Gunnar; also several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; his longtime best friend Douglas Conrad. He was preceded in death by his parents Marion and Dorothy Smith, a sister Patricia Reinbold and son-in-law Kirby Johnson.

Private funeral services will take place with burial and military honors at Midland Memorial Gardens in Midland.

Robert will be missed by all who knew and loved him.