Robert J. Smith

He was born in Jamestown, N.Y., on July 5, 1930, the son of the late Genevieve M. (Thompson) Smith and the late Clarence J. Smith.

Robert served as a staff sergeant in the U.S Air Force from 1948-52. During his time in the U.S. Air Force he fought in the Korean War.

He was employed at Jamestown Metal Corp. for 35 years where he retired. Robert was a member of the American Legion post 149.

Robert is survived by his wife Edith (Green) Smith, of Jamestown N.Y., whom he married in 1976; two sons: Mark (Catherine) Smith of Rochester, N.Y. and James (Carrie) Smith of Jamestown, N.Y.; two stepsons: Kevin (Kellie) Swanson of South Dayton N.Y. and Faron Young of Frewsburg, N.Y.; a daughter, Debbie Smith of Jamestown, N.Y.; two stepdaughters: Mary (Jack) Pulliam of Cherry Creek, N.Y. and Roberta (Lee) Peckham of Sinclairville, N.Y.; his sister, Rose (Bob) Grey of Sugar Grove. Pa.; and his brother, Richard (Peggy) Smith of Jamestown N/Y. Also surviving are nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Marion (Sharee) Smith; and his daughter, Susan Lincoln.

There will be no visitation observed.