Roberto "Bob" Cardosa

Roberto "Bob" Cardosa, age 71, of Elsie, MI passed away Monday, February 15, 2016 after battling several health issues.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church St. Johns, MI on Thursday, February 18, 2016 at 11:00 A.M., with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams officiating.  Burial will take place at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens Lansing, Michigan. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 from 2-8 P.M. with family present from 2-4 & 6-8 P.M. with a Vigil Service at 7:00 P.M. at Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Johns, MI.

Bob was born in Weslaco, Texas on December 5, 1944, the son of Manuel and Narcissa (Ruiz) Cardosa.  He was a graduate of Comstock Park High School, residing most of his life in Comstock Park, Lansing and Elsie.

Bob served his country in the U.S. Army and the National Guard.  He drove truck for Dennen Steel, Meijers, Auto Pallets, Thornapple and National Food Express.  He was then an owner operator of RC Trucking.  He enjoyed riding his Harley and going on long trips around the United States.  Bob was always a jokester, had a good listening ear and was a wonderful advisor.  He was always there to lend a helping hand when needed.  Bob repaired CB radios and enjoyed hunting and fishing.  Bob was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI

He is survived by his wife of 35 years Susan Cardosa of Elsie, MI, son Stephen and Ann Cardosa of Otsego, MI, son David and Jodi Cardosa of Coopersville, MI, son Dennis and Cathy Cardosa of Grand Rapids, MI, 9 grandchildren, 4 brothers, and several nieces and nephews.  Bob was preceded in death by his parents and a sister.

The Cardosa Family would like to thank Sparrow Hospice, Dr. Carla Dudash-Mion and McLaren Medical for their care.  Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes St. Johns, Michigan.