Robert Wayne Smith

Robert Wayne Smith passed away peacefully Saturday Feb 3, 2024 surrounded by his family; he was 79. Born in The Dalles, Oregon to Dr. Noel Smith and Esther Smith (Meeker), preceded in death by brother, Edwin Noel Smith.  He is survived by his loving wife Linda, son Owen (Lupe), grandson Dominic. Son Noel (Kristy), grandchildren Oliver and Sophia of Boise; his sister Ann Murphy of Mill Valley, Calif.; along with treasured, multiple nieces and nephews.  Bob graduated from The Dalles High School where he was a left-handed Pitcher and a right-handed Golfer.  He graduated from the U of O, majoring in Business. He was a fraternity member of Sigma Nu. He owned and managed a local John Deere Dealership for years. Early on, Bob battled Head and Neck Cancer.  From this experience, he gained resilience and determination and was able to project and follow a “positive lifestyle”.  The family moved to Cannon Beach, working for Steve Martin Mgt.  They returned to The Dalles as the Director of Human Resources at MCMC. He then joined Linda at Cannon Packer, while obtaining his Real Estate License. He was then proud to serve as a realtor, with his Copper West Real Estate family. 

Charitable contributions may be made in Robert’s name to The Dalles Country Club Junior Golf Program, 455 Highway 30 W., The Dalles, OR 97058. Please make checks out to The Dalles Country Club, noting in the memo line: Junior Fund Foundation/Robert Smith Memorial.

Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home are in care of his arrangements.