March 1
March 1
Happy Birthday Buff…
You are missed….
Bobbi
You are missed….
Bobbi
Gorhan "Buff" Bogart Smith of Naples, ME and The Villages, FL formerly of Wellesley, MA and Framingham, MA passed away peacefully at his Florida home surrounded by his family on December 18, 2014 following a brief illness.
Buff was the husband of the late Marjorie "Midge" Lynne Smith, father of Kristen Anderson (Tewksbury, MA) and Shannon Adams (Chebeague Island, ME), brother to Lee Smith (Wellesley, MA) father in law of James Anderson and Michael Adams, grandfather "Papa" of Madeline Anderson and Rhiannon Anderson. Buff shared the last 8 years of his life with his loving partner Roberta "Bobbi" Cribby of Naples, ME and The Villages, FL.
Buff grew up in Wellesley, MA where he met his wife to be, Midge in high school. They were married for 39 wonderful years. They both cherished their life long friendships they made in Wellesley. Buff and Midge moved to Maine where Buff graduated from Husson College in Bangor, ME. From there they moved to Framingham, MA and he enjoyed a rewarding career in the financial investment business in Boston, MA before retiring to Sebago Lake in Naples, ME where they summered. It was at Sebago Lake that Buff and Midge began the wonderful life long memories with their children and the amazing families that surrounded them. It was in Naples, Maine where he began his love of boating, fishing, golf, and spending time with his many golden retrievers.
In 2007 he met Bobbi and spent many years together in the wonderful lakes of Naples, ME. Their love of warmer winters and golf brought them to The Villages in the summer of 2012. There they formed amazing friendships that are cherished.
He loved his family and friends more than anything....he was quiet and had is own brand of humor...he had a slow smile and kind eyes. He will be missed.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Harvest Hills Animal Shelter. Buff adopted many of his dogs from them. They do great work and could always use more food and supplies to keep these loving animals healthy and comfortable until they find their forever-home. You can donate online at www.harvesthills.org[harvesthills.org] or mail a check to: 1389 Bridgton Road, Fryeburg, ME 04037
A memorial service will be held on Saturday January 31, 2015 at 3:00 pm at the Wellesley College Club in Wellesley, Massachusetts.
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March 1
March 1
I miss you, Dad. I miss everything about you. I miss just simply saying, "Hi Dad" and giving you a hug.
December 18, 2023
December 18, 2023
Thinking of you today Buff..
Missing you and know you are in Gods hands..
Keep resting there with family & friends…
Bobbi
Missing you and know you are in Gods hands..
Keep resting there with family & friends…
Bobbi
March 1, 2023
March 1, 2023
Buff,
It’s been almost 9 years since u left and u r thought of so so often.. knowing you have family and our sweet Golden retriever Sierra there to keep u company soothes me… love to you..
Keep watching over your daughters and Maddie & Rhiannon..
Bobbi
It’s been almost 9 years since u left and u r thought of so so often.. knowing you have family and our sweet Golden retriever Sierra there to keep u company soothes me… love to you..
Keep watching over your daughters and Maddie & Rhiannon..
Bobbi
December 19, 2022
December 19, 2022
My gosh Buff….
It’s been 8 years since u left..
U sure r missed…:
Bobbi & Sampson
It’s been 8 years since u left..
U sure r missed…:
Bobbi & Sampson
March 1, 2022
March 1, 2022
Happy Birthday Dad. Miss you so much. Wish I could hug you. You are never far from my mind and heart… still gently guiding me and supporting me. I love you. Give Mom a huge long hug and a kiss for me. ❤️
March 1, 2022
March 1, 2022
I'm thinking of you today, my friend! Miss having you around!
March 1, 2022
March 1, 2022
Happy Birthday Buff!
I sure Am hoping That you are dancing up a storm up there in great company!
You r in my thoughts often and hard to believe you have been gone for 8 years..
You are loved and missed..
Bobbi
I sure Am hoping That you are dancing up a storm up there in great company!
You r in my thoughts often and hard to believe you have been gone for 8 years..
You are loved and missed..
Bobbi
March 2, 2021
March 2, 2021
My gosh Buff..
How can it be 6 years that you have been gone!
You are Missed.. and all the while I am thankful you are at peace..
Love to you..
Bobbi
How can it be 6 years that you have been gone!
You are Missed.. and all the while I am thankful you are at peace..
Love to you..
Bobbi
March 2, 2021
March 2, 2021
Yesterday was your birthday - missed you as always and toasted to you. I'm wearing your cowboy hat... makes me smile!!! I love you so much and miss your hugs and dancing with you.
December 18, 2020
December 18, 2020
Buff..
It s so hard to think you have been gone for 6 years..
I know u are in excellent company up there.. and whenever I talk to you out loud, you help me with whatever is needed.
I am so happy Sierra is with you..as hard as it is not to have her here.
Rest peacefully these Holidays knowing the girls and I are are fine!
Bobbi
It s so hard to think you have been gone for 6 years..
I know u are in excellent company up there.. and whenever I talk to you out loud, you help me with whatever is needed.
I am so happy Sierra is with you..as hard as it is not to have her here.
Rest peacefully these Holidays knowing the girls and I are are fine!
Bobbi
December 18, 2020
December 18, 2020
Dad... what to say... 6 years. I miss you so much. Know that you are as vivid in my heart and mind as ever. I love you. Give Mom a hug for me. Miss you both.
Ugh - why did we pick such a sad song to go with this! Guts me every time.
Ugh - why did we pick such a sad song to go with this! Guts me every time.
March 5, 2020
March 5, 2020
We toast to you and talk about you often. Miss you and love you.
March 1, 2019
March 1, 2019
Thinking of you today and all the good loving memories we have of you. I miss you.
March 1, 2019
March 1, 2019
Imagine.. over 4 years since you left us all Buff..
You r missed by so many.. and Sierra & I talk
About u often..
Smile and celbrate “ up there” today Buff..
You r so loved..
Bobbi
You r missed by so many.. and Sierra & I talk
About u often..
Smile and celbrate “ up there” today Buff..
You r so loved..
Bobbi
December 18, 2018
December 18, 2018
Although you are gone from here... And I can't see you...I can't talk to you...I can't hug you or laugh with you... I know you are around every now and then and that makes me happy. I will see you again some day. Until then, I'll miss you.
December 18, 2018
December 18, 2018
Buff,
Sierra & I think of You every day , as we go for our walks, and go about our daily lives in this wonderful Place you & I hoped to spend many many years. We know u r at peace and enjoying so many wonderful people and friends ( and dogs!) .
It is very hard to believe 4 years have passed..
We miss you like it was yesterday you left.
Sierra & I think of You every day , as we go for our walks, and go about our daily lives in this wonderful Place you & I hoped to spend many many years. We know u r at peace and enjoying so many wonderful people and friends ( and dogs!) .
It is very hard to believe 4 years have passed..
We miss you like it was yesterday you left.
March 1, 2018
March 1, 2018
Buff,
We Know you watching over us all...
And although miss u terribly, I am so grateful you no longer are un Pain... take care of my family and yours that are now with u... u r so loved..
Bobbi & Sierra
We Know you watching over us all...
And although miss u terribly, I am so grateful you no longer are un Pain... take care of my family and yours that are now with u... u r so loved..
Bobbi & Sierra
December 18, 2017
December 18, 2017
How can it possibly be 3 years that you have been gone, Buff.
December 18, 2016
December 18, 2016
Buff,
These past two years have been so hard, missing you and wishing your were here to share my life. We " talk" often, so I don't have much new to say...except that Sierra and I are missing you every day. Hug Bud, Xena, Midge, your Mom & Dad..and have a peaceful Christmas. I LOVE s you,
Bobbi & Sierra
These past two years have been so hard, missing you and wishing your were here to share my life. We " talk" often, so I don't have much new to say...except that Sierra and I are missing you every day. Hug Bud, Xena, Midge, your Mom & Dad..and have a peaceful Christmas. I LOVE s you,
Bobbi & Sierra
December 13, 2016
December 13, 2016
Missing you Dad...
August 31, 2016
August 31, 2016
Love you Dad. Missing you.
March 1, 2016
March 1, 2016
Happy Birthday Buff. thinking of you often!!
March 1, 2016
March 1, 2016
Have a special day " up there", Buff.....
You are so missed......
Bobbi & Sierra
You are so missed......
Bobbi & Sierra
March 1, 2015
March 1, 2015
Happy Birthday my friend....................thinking of you.
March 1, 2015
March 1, 2015
Dear Dad,
Happy 71st Birthday!
I miss you and love you very much,
Kristen
Happy 71st Birthday!
I miss you and love you very much,
Kristen
March 1, 2015
March 1, 2015
Happy Birthday, Buff..
Sierra & I have you deep in our hearts, are are working hard every day to heal....and figure out our lives without you physically here.
You have left so many memories.....and we miss you terribly...
Be at peace, sweetheart.....
You are so so loved...
Bobbi
Sierra & I have you deep in our hearts, are are working hard every day to heal....and figure out our lives without you physically here.
You have left so many memories.....and we miss you terribly...
Be at peace, sweetheart.....
You are so so loved...
Bobbi
March 1, 2015
March 1, 2015
a day thay brings you to mind once again......remembering your gentle being.......
February 1, 2015
February 1, 2015
To All,
Thank you so much for attending my dads service yesterday. He would be so honored to have you all there saying such nice and loving words about him. I have had several people come up to me over the last day telling me that everyones reading was so wonderful and they feel like they know him more now than ever and can appreciate who he was and what he stood for. I am so thankful for all of you.
Love,
Kristen
Thank you so much for attending my dads service yesterday. He would be so honored to have you all there saying such nice and loving words about him. I have had several people come up to me over the last day telling me that everyones reading was so wonderful and they feel like they know him more now than ever and can appreciate who he was and what he stood for. I am so thankful for all of you.
Love,
Kristen
January 31, 2015
January 31, 2015
Although you were a man of few words, your hugs told all and expressed the love and affection that was in your heart for your friends and family. Today we formally say good-bye, but you will forever remain in our hearts and memories.
January 30, 2015
January 30, 2015
“Almighty God, as we play through
our 18 holes of life, we pray that you will
give us a drive that’s both long enough
to reach our goals, and yet straight
enough to keep us out of trouble.
“Help us avoid the traps and hazards
of life; nevertheless, should we find
ourselves in them, give us the tools,
skills and desire
to escape them with no penalty.
May we always stay in bounds.”
“Help us to be willing to stand by -
and not play through - those in genuine
need. May we always play with honor.”
“And finally, when we’ve putted out on
the 18th green, we pray that we will have
demonstrated the integrity of our character,
so that you will judge us worthy enough
to join your threesome and play eternally
on your heavenly course. Amen.”
Author: Unknown
Eternal Peace, Buff.
our 18 holes of life, we pray that you will
give us a drive that’s both long enough
to reach our goals, and yet straight
enough to keep us out of trouble.
“Help us avoid the traps and hazards
of life; nevertheless, should we find
ourselves in them, give us the tools,
skills and desire
to escape them with no penalty.
May we always stay in bounds.”
“Help us to be willing to stand by -
and not play through - those in genuine
need. May we always play with honor.”
“And finally, when we’ve putted out on
the 18th green, we pray that we will have
demonstrated the integrity of our character,
so that you will judge us worthy enough
to join your threesome and play eternally
on your heavenly course. Amen.”
Author: Unknown
Eternal Peace, Buff.
January 25, 2015
January 25, 2015
Hey Buff sorry to see you leave while still so young. Although not that close in high school you always reminded me of Clint Eastwood. When I last saw you at the 55th you looked even more like him. Always remember you being a quiet guy with a perpetual smile. Maybe I'll have the opportunity to get to know you better on the other side. Deb and I send our condolences to all of your family.
January 24, 2015
January 24, 2015
Driving into the beach, you could pick out Buff in an instant. He always stood out (and usually above) in the crowd, whether at a breakfast on the beach or party at night. We will all miss the tall, humorous man wearing aviator glasses. At 70, he looked remarkably similar to when he was 40. He was a constant. After decades of seeing him, it is hard to think he is no longer going to be there. We will miss him.
January 12, 2015
January 12, 2015
Our sympathies to Buff's daughters, family, and especially to Bobbi, who lovingly cared for him throughout his illness. How fortunate he was to have her at his side after losing Midge. He will be missed by Joe and all his golfing friends in The Villages.
January 10, 2015
January 10, 2015
My dear, wonderful friend how I will miss knowing you aren't too far away, at least by phone, to have a chat and undoubtedly a few chuckles. You will be in my heart. What fun we had in the two years I spent at Wellesley High School....some of it wayward. We formed our little clan, The Big Seven...............Eliot, Jonesy, Murph, Raoul, DeSesa, Buff & Tank (me). We soon included Curt & Ray, but it was still 7. None of us were that great at arithmetic! As it happens in life, people move and lives change and we saw and spoke with each other less frequently, but in reality the group is still intact inside of us. The two years we were roommates in the Back Bay were when we really got to know each other and I found out that one of my whacky high school pals was a truly solid and supportive friend. After those two years, life happened and here we are. A sad day filled with wonderful memories. How often did I, the loudmouth wise-ass, carry on with some antic, story or self-embarrassment only to have you sum it up with a word. It was often the four letter one starting with F, but when you said it there were 9 U's. Or maybe it was the seven letter one starting with A. In any case you were clear, saying as much with a word as I said in a speech. Lastly, when we walked together we were Mutt and Jeff, nearly a foot difference in height. We will stiil walk together, my friend. Lovey ya Buff. Tank
January 7, 2015
January 7, 2015
Buff,
It is difficult to put into words how very much you are missed.
When we met, our song was " No more cloudy days", by The Eagles, having both lost lifelong spouses.
Our love of Naples, boating, golfing, and the joy of our families and special friends brought us many happy years together. Our time together was too short.....
You will be in my heart forever.
Sierra and I keep hoping you will just " walk thru the door"
It is difficult to put into words how very much you are missed.
When we met, our song was " No more cloudy days", by The Eagles, having both lost lifelong spouses.
Our love of Naples, boating, golfing, and the joy of our families and special friends brought us many happy years together. Our time together was too short.....
You will be in my heart forever.
Sierra and I keep hoping you will just " walk thru the door"
January 5, 2015
January 5, 2015
Dear Kristen, Shannon, Bobbi and families,
We were so sad to hear of Buffs passing.
We saw him this past summer and shared his optimism
for defeating his illness. We are very sorry that didn't come to pass.
He was a good, kind, caring man, with a special wit.
His gentle unique spirit and sweet smile will be missed.
Our Deepest Sympathies,
Kathy and Bernie Michals
We were so sad to hear of Buffs passing.
We saw him this past summer and shared his optimism
for defeating his illness. We are very sorry that didn't come to pass.
He was a good, kind, caring man, with a special wit.
His gentle unique spirit and sweet smile will be missed.
Our Deepest Sympathies,
Kathy and Bernie Michals
January 3, 2015
January 3, 2015
I have fond, warm memories of Buff. Kind, quiet, good looking!
I am sorry he had to suffer. May he rest in peace.
I am sorry he had to suffer. May he rest in peace.
January 3, 2015
January 3, 2015
Buff was truly an icon at Sebago Lake and someone that we will never forget. Even though he quieter than most he maintained such a presence and was a great friend to us all. We will miss him. - Gregg
January 2, 2015
January 2, 2015
a special man, a special father, a special husband, a special grandfather, and a very special friend to many....tho your physical being is no longer here, your spiritual being will live on in the hearts of ALL your family and friends.....forever.....XXO....faith
January 2, 2015
January 2, 2015
I will never forget meeting Buff at the White House on Sebago Lake and thinking 'why is Clint Eastwood here drinking beer with that kid' (Gregg Cohen)? His quick wit was shared with only a few of us, who always appreciated his subtle commentary on life. If Midge was our godmother then Buff must be the godfather, a whiskey and amaretto that not everyone can truly appreciate. He was always watching and observing, offering a funny comment or two then silently disappearing from the party. We did notice when he left though. He will be missed.
December 31, 2014
December 31, 2014
To Papa,
You are the best papa in the whole entire world.I love you very much.I hope you had a very happy time when I came up to see you in Florida.you are in a happy place with Gramma,Xena,Bud,Gus,and Suzie.We love you very much!!!!!!
Love,
Rhiannon
You are the best papa in the whole entire world.I love you very much.I hope you had a very happy time when I came up to see you in Florida.you are in a happy place with Gramma,Xena,Bud,Gus,and Suzie.We love you very much!!!!!!
Love,
Rhiannon
December 31, 2014
December 31, 2014
To Papa, i love you i am so sorry you could not come to Christmas with us . But now you are not in any pain .Thats a good thing. I miss you more than anything.We all miss you but you are in a good place now, you are with Gramma, Xena, Bud, Gus, Star, and Suzie. i Love you more than anything.YOU ARE THE BEST PAPA IN THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD. I LOVE YOU.
Love,
Madeline
Love,
Madeline
December 29, 2014
December 29, 2014
Dad,
You gave me comfort, laughs, guidance, and love. I will miss our chats, your sense of humor, your heart-felt letters, your funny faces and your hugs. Happily though, I feel you are still with me in my heart. I love you, Shannon
You gave me comfort, laughs, guidance, and love. I will miss our chats, your sense of humor, your heart-felt letters, your funny faces and your hugs. Happily though, I feel you are still with me in my heart. I love you, Shannon
December 24, 2014
December 24, 2014
Dad,
You will be forever missed. You were always a strong and protective father and I thank you for years of support and love. May you rest in peace and know you will be missed.
Love,
Kristen
You will be forever missed. You were always a strong and protective father and I thank you for years of support and love. May you rest in peace and know you will be missed.
Love,
Kristen
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Happy Birthday Buff…
You are missed….
Bobbi
You are missed….
Bobbi
March 1
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I miss you, Dad. I miss everything about you. I miss just simply saying, "Hi Dad" and giving you a hug.
December 18, 2023
December 18, 2023
Thinking of you today Buff..
Missing you and know you are in Gods hands..
Keep resting there with family & friends…
Bobbi
Missing you and know you are in Gods hands..
Keep resting there with family & friends…
Bobbi
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December 18, 2019
by Bobbi cribby
Good morning Buff,
It’s difficult to put into words how very much you are missed.
It does being some peace to me toknow that our Sierra is now watching over you, as she did for
me these past 5 years..
You already know all is well here.. and that your daughters and families are doing well..
” Forever missed”..
As always, my love to you as we get thru this Holiday Season.
Bobbi
It’s difficult to put into words how very much you are missed.
It does being some peace to me toknow that our Sierra is now watching over you, as she did for
me these past 5 years..
You already know all is well here.. and that your daughters and families are doing well..
” Forever missed”..
As always, my love to you as we get thru this Holiday Season.
Bobbi