Robert A. Smith, age 82, passed away peacefully on  Sunday, December 14, 2025 surrounded by family and friends.

He retired more than 20 years ago from his duties as Deputy Superintendent of Hamilton County Schools. Then retired from the Hamilton County Court System where he served for several years as Foreman for the Hamilton County Grand Jury. He was a teacher, school administrator, and continued his education graduating with a J.D. in 1992. He loved the years he spent in Tennessee, but he never forgot his roots in West Virginia.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Hamilton Funeral Home.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Hamilton Funeral Home.

Memorial donations can be made to Brooks Memorial United Methodist Church or your favorite charity.