Kobert R. Smith III ’82

Kobert died Aug. 15, 2023.

He came from Los Altos, Calif., where he ran track and cross-country and was a high school All-American, and continued to do so at Princeton, including as co-captain of the track team. He dined at Cottage Club, majored in history, and managed the campus Student Delivery Agency. His lively humor and piano playing made him many friends.

After college, Kobert worked in finance, including as president of a technology leasing company in the Bay Area. When that company was sold, he moved on to create several internet companies, which continued to engage him. He contributed to his community, including coaching AYSO soccer for 15 years.

Kobert is survived by his wife Michelle; their children Remy and Malia; and his parents. The class shares their feeling of loss and remains grateful to have known Kobert.