Robert Charles Smith, 38, died on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2018, in a tractor accident at his home. He was born in Florence and had lived in the Chattanooga area for the past ten years and had returned to the Shoals area in the fall. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed kayaking, fishing, hunting, disc golf, and attending concerts. He spent a couple of months in Colorado camping and riding his motorcycle. He worked as a raft guide on the Ocoee but was looking forward to calmer water on the creek.
Visitation will be at Greenview Funeral Home on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018, from 1-2 p.m. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018, in Greenview Memorial Chapel with Brother Kevin Johnson and Rev. Robert Sparkman officiating.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert and Mary Stringfellow and Louie and Dorothy Hill Smith.
Survivors include his mother, Brenda Stringfellow Smith; father, Richard C. Smith (Paula); brother, Richard H. Smith (Kirstie); a niece; and nephews, all of Florence; his beloved cat, Nugget; and a host of relatives and friends in several states.
Robert was a free spirit who loved his family, friends, and life. He will be truly missed by all. The quickest road to happiness is the scenic route.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite animal charity.
An online guest book may be signed at greenviewmemorial.com.
Arrangements are by Greenview Funeral Home.
