Robert Smith, 55, of Bovina, Texas, died Sunday, January 9, 2022 in Temple, Texas. Celebration of Life Services will be held 10:30 AM Saturday, January 15, 2022 at the Barn Church 3948 FM 1057 outside of Hereford with Pastor Guy Walker, officiating.  Arrangements by HANSARD FAMILY Funeral Home of Friona.

Robert was born April 6, 1966 in Indio, California to Joe Smith and Helen Huddleston. He married Cheryl Smith in Texico, New Mexico on August 21, 1986. Robert worked at Bovina Cattle Company-Friona Industries as a Cattle Manager.

Robert loved having Cheryl right by his side and his family was the highlight of his life, which made him a very devoted husband and father to Roper and Rowdy. He did not know the meaning of the word STRANGER and was always the life of the party. He could always make the dullest of times into something where you were having a good time without even knowing it. Robert loved entertaining guests, taking his boat to the lake, riding his Harley, cooking on the grill, and playing games with friends and family. He was an avid movie watcher and enjoyed working horses. Robert was an example of God's love. He was a spiritual man that was close to God. He loved being involved in several church activities, such as the weekly men's group and couples retreat to enrich his relationship with his wife and God. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family and all who knew him.

Robert is preceded in death by his parents; his father-in-law, JT Stanton; and a granddaughter, Blayke Smith.

Robert is survived by his loving wife Cheryl; his two sons, Roper Smith and his wife, Brittni of Laredo, Texas; Rowdy Smith and his wife, Megan of Portales, New Mexico; his four grandchildren, Andi, Cali, Blaise, Dagan and soon to arrive fifth grandchild, Laykin.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be sent to National Police Foundation (policefoundation.org) or Gear Up for Game Warden (gearupforgamewardens.org).

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