Robert F. Smith, Lovingly know as Hawkeye, passed away peacefully on December 20,2023. He was born on September 23, 1920, in Chicago, Illinois. Hawkeye was a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and brother who will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Hawkeye proudly served his country during World War II from 1942 to 1946. His dedication and commitment to his military associations were commendable, and he will always be remembered for his service.

Hawkeye is survived by his sister MaryAnn and brother in law George,  his children  Mary, Threasa, Darlene (Rich), Louie (Bernice), Patricia (Reverend David), Rita (Dan), Frank (Wendy), William, Rosemary (Emad), Joseph (Dawn), John (Becky), and Mike (Barb) and his 25 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren and was preceded in death by his father Louie and mother Mary,  wife of 37 years Beatrice (Bea), son Robert, son in laws Wally and Frank,  daughter in laws Sandy and Nancy, grandson Samuel, brothers Edward, Hank, Jimmy, Joe, Ernie, Julian and sisters Bernadette and Rita. His memory will also be cherished by numerous other relatives and friends.

Funeral service for Hawkeye will be held at Hursen Funeral Home in Hillside, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the VA, as Hawkeye had a deep appreciation for supporting fellow veterans.

Visitation Thursday, 10:00 am until time of service 12:00 pm at Hursen Funeral Home & Crematory, SW corner of Roosevelt & Mannheim Roads, Hillside. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

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