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Feb. 7, 2026

Resurrection Church

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Robert Goldsmith Obituary

Robert Ira Goldsmith, 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on January 29, 2026

Born in Vienna, Georgia, Ira was the son of the late Laurie H. Goldsmith and Thelma Brown Goldsmith. Ira was raised in Warner Robins, Georgia, where he resided for over 50 years. He graduated from Georgia Southern University with a master's in business administration. He later settled in Greenville, South Carolina, which he called home for the last 28 years.

He was a proud United States Army Veteran. He served a tour in Vietnam, where his dedication to duty earned him The Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service. Following his military service, He built a successful career as a computer analyst, lending his expertise to various financial institutions and manufacturers until his retirement.

A man of deep faith and a devoted Christian, He was a long-time, faithful member of Resurrection Church of Greer, South Carolina.

He was a devoted family man who will be deeply missed by his wife of 57 years, Robbie Duckworth Goldsmith. He is also survived by his son, Rob Goldsmith and his wife Laurie; and his two daughters, Amber Walker and her husband Brian, Jessica Szymanski and her husband Bill.

He was the beloved "Papa" to seven adoring grandchildren: Hayley Lederer (Noah), Jordan Goldsmith (Amelia), Will Walker, Addison Szymanski, Claire Walker, Makenzie Szymanski, and Haven Szymanski.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Al Goldsmith and James (Jimmy) Goldsmith.

A memorial service will be held 3:30 pm. Saturday, Feb. 7th at Resurrection Church, Greer SC.

Visitation will be held 2:00 until 3:30 pm. Saturday, Feb. 7th at Resurrection Church, Greer SC.

Online condolences may be made at www.thewoodmortuary.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Post and Courier - Greenville on Feb. 2, 2026.

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900 North Main Street, Greer, SC 29651

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