Obituary of Roger W. Smith

Roger W. Smith, age 78, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital. He was born on December 14, 1941 in Mansfield, PA, a son of Elwin and Myrtle (Perkins) Smith. Roger was married to Sharon (Chamberlain) Smith. He was a bus mechanic for Benedicts and was a member of Snowshoe Hunting Camp. Roger enjoyed camping, tractor pulls, watching college basketball, and watching the sporting events of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Roger is survived by his sons, Wayne (Erika) Smith of Wellsboro, and Rob (Robyn) Smith of Wellsboro; a daughter, Renee Smith of Wellsboro; five grandchildren, Dustin (Angie), Derrick (Lori), Damon (Kayleigh), Jay (Ashley), and Joe; ten great grandchildren; a brother, Stub Smith of Towanda; and two sisters, Sally (Dare) Daniels of Troupsburg, NY, and Nancy (Howard) Deming of Harrisburg, PA. He was preceded in death by his wife; an infant son, Jim Smith, and his parents. A private graveside service will take place at Tioga County Memorial Gardens. A celebration of life dinner will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, 1948 E. 3rd St. Williamsport, PA 17701. Services are under the direction of Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc. 637 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA.