Obituary for Robert Alan Smith
Auctioneer & respected businessman, Robert Alan Smith, age 45 of Dublin passed away Friday, December 31, 2021 from an unexpected heart attack. Even though a failing heart took him away from this world, his loving heart left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
Born January 17, 1976 in Fredericksburg, Virginia, he is the son of Frank Smith and the late Eleanor “Ellie” Shawley Weikle.
He was a 1994 graduate of Shawsville High School and a 1997 graduate from Mendenhall School of Auctioneering. He has been in the auction business since 1996 and started Valley Auctions in 2003.
He is survived by his
Father – Frank (Annette) Smith – Spartanburg, SC
Sister – Elvieanna Lynne (Brian) Haines – Greenwood, Indiana
Nephew – Damion Haines
Niece – Elvieanna Marie Haines
Sister at heart – April (Alan) Mount and sons, Clark & Jarod – Dublin
Step-Father – Darrell Weikle, Sr. – Shawsville
His Auction family and Friends
Special thanks to the Pulaski hospital, Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and rescue squad for their help and care.
A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. To sign Robert’s online guestbook, visit www.bowerfuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to Pulaski County Humane Society.
Bower Funeral Home, Pulaski is handling the arrangements for the family.
January 5, 2022 @ 12:05 am
So sorry to hear this. He was always so nice to me every time I seen him. My prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends.
January 5, 2022 @ 8:47 am
This is so heartbreaking. I did not know Bob other than as one of the patrons who frequented his auction house. It was enjoyable to browse and ask questions as he was always pleasant and very, interesting to speak to.
My sincere condolences to his family and work family. I know what it’s like to lose a loved one unexpectedly like this at a young age, and can relate to the shock that’s added on top of the grief. God bless you all.
January 5, 2022 @ 7:23 pm
So sorry to hear of this news. Robert was the first auctioneer I met when I moved to the area. He and I worked closely before covid. He will be greatly missed by me and many. RIP
January 8, 2022 @ 8:03 pm
For many years my husband and I along with a group of friends met at the Friday night auctions. We always enjoyed our time and always enjoyed buying our treasures. Robert was always a jewel to work with. We will all miss him and our good times with him at the auction. Mary Kate and Don Kidd
February 16, 2022 @ 4:02 pm
I was so sad to hear this. Robert was SO helpful when we sold our home on Claytor Lake last year and most of the items were auctioned by him. He was so young. Such a sweet man. Prayers for his family and friends.🙏🙏❤️❤️