OMG... RIP he will be in our memories, all the best to the family

Rounds Complete!!

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Mrs. Smith-

Our family's prayers go out to you and yours.

CuriousC

 

Robert DuBrock Smith

June 15, 1972 - June 11, 2013 

Thank you - Thank you all so very much for your kind and heartfelt comments about Rob.

His passing was so unexpected and he was taken away from us at the age of 40.

He was due to retire from the Military in March 2014 after 20 years combined in both the USMC & USCG. He was given a Full Military Honor funeral, which he so rightly deserved.

Rob was a wonderful husband and dad, your dedication to his honor and memory are so very touching and will continue to give both Kimberly and myself great comfort.

I have decided to donate all of Rob's builds to a museum which is in the works on Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, NC, along with his huge collection of WWII memorabilia, as I feel it is something that is well worth being shared with others.

Respectfully

Claire Smith

(Curious C)

To me, "Eternal Life" means the continuing of someone that endures because of the memories, lessons, examples and legacy that they leave behind to speak for them, and OF them. In that resepct, Rob "Panzerwaffe" will live on in this community -- and I'm sure in your hearts and lives as well.

Sincerest condolences for your loss...

Sad news indeed. Thank you for passing it on.

Very sad news, I did not know Rob personally, but I was aware of his excellent work.

Semper Fi.

Fred

Rob will definitely be missed.  He was one reasons why I enjoyed group builds.  Deepest condolences from me and my family...  

RIP, I've always enjoyed his work on the forum. 40 is such a young age, my condolences to his famiily.

RIP

I am sorry for our loss,

Lee

RIP

I must offer my condolences as well.

I only knew of him thro' this forum and his wonderfull builds.

He will be missed....Kenny

My deepest condolences Claire. I knew him from a couple of Group Builds that I hosted. He was nice enough to send me a part that I happened to be missing. I greatly respected his friendship in the forums, along with his great skill as a builder. A great loss to the community for sure.

Truly sorry for your loss of Rob, Claire. I did not know him personally, but he was a respected member of this group-  40 is much too young to go.  My prayers are with you and your family.

Chuck

Robert DuBrock Smith

June 15, 1972 - June 11, 2013 

Thank you - Thank you all so very much for your kind and heartfelt comments about Rob.

His passing was so unexpected and he was taken away from us at the age of 40.

He was due to retire from the Military in March 2014 after 20 years combined in both the USMC & USCG. He was given a Full Military Honor funeral, which he so rightly deserved.

Rob was a wonderful husband and dad, your dedication to his honor and memory are so very touching and will continue to give both Kimberly and myself great comfort.

I have decided to donate all of Rob's builds to a museum which is in the works on Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, NC, along with his huge collection of WWII memorabilia, as I feel it is something that is well worth being shared with others.

Respectfully

Claire Smith

(Curious C)

That is sad news. I didn't know him very well but on looking him up I remember now the giant locomotive. That was some beautiful work, truly a skilled modeler and the community is much diminished with his passing.

Rest in Peace sir  

Indeed, this is sad news.  Greatly admired, both his builds and as a person.  Heartfelt prayer go out to his family and friends.

regards,

Jack

Hmmm... that does sound like I am in communication with the other side.  Sorry, it was his wife the contacted me.

I never communicated directly,but I do remember the handle.

thanks for the info.

Wow- very sad news. I didn't know Rob well but was following his BR-52 build and had posted a couple comments. Not only was he an exceptional builder but he seemed a really nice guy. I'm kinda dumbstruck....

RIP Rob

Dave 

Rob was an incredible builder.  I will miss his incite and skills.

wing_nut

I got a message from Rob Smith's, aka PANZERWAFFE, that he passed on July 11th. 

A little confused. You got a message from a dead forum member? 

RIP

......R.I.P.  Rob.....Thanks for the memories......