Robert Mitchell Smith, age 89, of La Porte, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at his home.
Robert was born in Benton Harbor, MI, on June 30, 1925 to Frank Arley and Emma W. (Benke) Smith.
On May 15, 1954, he married Corinne Virginia Kenney who survives. Also surviving are his sons, Brad Smith of Beecher, IL, Mark (Cristen) Smith of Exton, PA; grandchildren, Brendan, Hannah, Robert, Angela; niece, Debbie (Sam) Cardinale of La Porte; and many other loving family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister.
Robert worked as a Switchman for Illinois Central Railroad. He enjoyed watching sports.
A cremation committal has taken place with Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 2PM, Saturday, January 31, 2015 at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center with Pastor Roger Ash officiating. A time of visitation will be held from 1PM until the time of the service on Saturday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Wounded Warriors Project, 230 W Monroe Street, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60606
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.