Robert F. "Bobby" Smith, Jr.

Robert F. Smith, Jr. age 72 passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side on Monday, April 7, 2025, after a brief illness.  Bob was born in Ware, Massachusetts on February 21, 1953 son of Carol A. (Berthiaume) Smith and the late Robert F. Smith, Sr.  He was raised and educated in Hardwick and was a graduate of Quabbin Regional High School and Worcester Junior College.  Bob co-owned and operated Magnet Wave Products Inc. for many years before becoming employed for Kanzaki Specialty Paper as a machine operator. Bob was an active member of The Hardwick Rod and Gun Club and Weir River Club. He spent many years as a member of Dunroamin Country Club where he spent the majority of time golfing with friends and family.  Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing and spending time on Cape Cod every summer with his family. Bob was a die-hard NY Yankees and Dallas Cowboys fan and had a genuine love for all sports. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son and brother.  He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.  Bob is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Sally F. (Belcher) Smith, his loving daughters, Jennifer Moryl and her husband Bill, and Kristy Smith, and two loving granddaughters Juliana and Victoria Moryl.  Bob is also survived by his mother, Carol A. Smith, and two sisters, Karen Valley and Cheryl Moscato. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews and his best girl Roxie Rose!  Sadly, Bob was predeceased by his daughter, Carolyn, his father, and two siblings, Michael Smith and Allyson Marie Smith.  Bob was also predeceased by his longtime friend Butch Patakonis and Brother-in-Law Daniel Moscato. A Calling Period will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 9 am - 11 am in Cebula Funeral Home, 66 South Street, Ware.  A Prayer Service will begin at 11 am in the funeral home.  Bob will be laid to rest in Hardwick Cemetery following the prayer service.  Cebula Funeral Home of Ware is in charge of the final arrangements.  For more information and an online guest book, please visit:  www.cebulafuneralhome.com .

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