Robert Wayne Smith

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Robert Wayne Smith was born August 10, 1956 in Gonzales, Texas to Fred Smith, Sr. and Merle Smith. He attended Gonzales High School. He was employed at numerous jobs. His last employer was Dean Word in New Braunfels, Texas. Robert accepted Christ at an early age. He was baptized under the leadership of Reverend Robert Armstrong of Providence Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Fred and Merle Smith. Three brothers; Bryant Smith, Sr., Berry Smith and Gregory Smith.

He leaves to cherish his memory; a faithful devoted longtime companion of 11 years, Doris Porter Smith. He asked for her hand in marriage on July 22, 2016. Four children; Leisha Rivers, Robert Luke (Jessica), Jeffrey Luke, and Arron Mitchell (Shelby). Three step children; Mary, Daniel and Dora Washington. Two grandchildren; Samara Rivers, and Star Rivers III. Four brothers; Fred Smith, Jr. (Melba), James Smith, Sr. (Norma), Kenneth Smith, Steven Smith, Sr. (Linda) and David Smith (Gloria). Seven sisters; Ruby Tucy (David), Joycelyn Jones, Sharon Redmond (Roosevelt), Stephanie Grant (Russell), Bridgett Smith, Donna Timmons (Kevin) and Kimberly Smith (Nathan). One uncle, George Smith, Sr. One Aunt; Irene Smith. Two faithful friends, Rudy and Rene Mancha who were longtime friends. And a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Services: Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 11 a.m. – Providence Baptist Church

Viewing: Friday, June 2, 2017, 5-7 p.m. at Harris Funeral Home

Services Entrusted to the Harris Funeral Home

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