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1934 - 2016
 Marshall Lee Smith, 82, of Proctorville, Ohio passed away December 14, 2016. Marshall was born in Rome, Ohio to the late Lee Roy and Myrtie Pauline Smith on January 9, 1934. He attended Fairland High School, studied Engineering at Marshall University, and served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. Marshall married Mary Lou Farris in 1957, and had two children, Gregory Lee and Dee Anna. Marshall started SCC, Inc., in the early 1960's, completing many commercial jobs in the eastern United States, and earning a reputation of integrity in the community. Marshall was an avid hunter, fisherman, and golfer. He loved watching his grandchildren and great grandchildren play sports and the highlight of his day was meeting with friends every morning at McDonalds. Marshall loved to travel, having visited every state in the U.S. Marshall, along with Bernard Edwards, were instrumental in the building of the Ohio University Proctorville Campus, named after his late son, Greg Smith. Marshall was a self made man, having come from very humble beginnings. He loved to help others, and he had a very special way of making everyone feel a part of his family. He loved his Proctorville community, always there to help with his gifts and talents. Along with his parents, Marshall was preceded in death by his wife Mary Lou Smith, son Gregory Lee Smith, sister JoAnn Anderson, sisters-in-law Carolyn and Anna Farris, daughter-in-law Suzy Smith Tweel, and special aunt Lillian Faulkner. He is survived by his wife, Susan Smith, daughter Dee Anna(Tim) Rucker of Proctorville; step-daughter Ginger(Matt) Sly and step-son Buddy Marteeny of Georgetown, KY; son-in-law Matt Tweel of Proctorville,Ohio, brother Roy Smith of Dayton, Ohio; brothers-in-law Steven(Anita) Collins of Winchester, KY and Sean(Lauren) Collins of South Haven, MS; grandchildren Kristy(Chris) Olsen of Lenexa, KS, Matt(Marissa) Rucker of Dallas, TX, Sarah Rucker of Kansas City, MO, Cassie Rucker of Huntington, WV, J.C. Tweel of Proctorville, OH, Tucker and Tillman Sly, Brady and Beckham Marteeny of Georgetown, KY; great grandchildren Capri, Heidi, and Jude Olsen of Lenexa, KS, Trevor Rucker of Dallas, TX, and mother-in-law Nancy Collins of Frankfort, KY. Marshall's close friends were George Walters, Gary and Ronnie Whitley. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends from 4-7p.m. Saturday December 17, 2016 at Ohio University Proctorville Center, Proctorville, Ohio. Following the visitation, at 7 p.m. there will be a Celebration of Life service conducted by Pastor Jason Morris. Hall Funeral Home and Crematory Proctorville, Ohio is assisting family with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donation to Ohio University Proctorville Center, Proctorville Volunteer Fire Department, or the food pantry of your choice. Condolences may be made to the family at www.timeformemory.com/hall or ehallfuneralhome.com |
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There are currently 14 condolences.
marc jesse moore
redman886@yahoo.com
Wednesday December 28, 2016 at
2:39 PM
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Dear smith family, Marshall and my dad (jesse) was good friends! he had a ramp built on are trailer in miller. when my dad was sick. he told me stories about racing my dad! sorry I didn't here about marshall passing, but I will never forget him! thanks for being a good friend to the moore family and wish yours nothing but the best! marc
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danny (duke) fuller
Saturday December 17, 2016 at
4:39 PM
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great friend for so many years. so smart,hard working and dedicated no matter what he was involved in.miss those fishing trips&greg my heart goes out to you susan
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Anita Isaacs
Saturday December 17, 2016 at
3:13 PM
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So sorry to hear this, my dear friend Susan. I wish I could be there for you. Prayers and Love sent for you and Marshall's family.
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Linda Williams Davidson
llkdk@aol.com
Saturday December 17, 2016 at
12:02 PM
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So sad about your passing. Proctorville will miss your smiling face. you was loved by all. Prayers for your family you will be so missed. thanks for all you have done to make Proctorville a better place. RIP
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Lisa Sarrett
Friday December 16, 2016 at
9:59 PM
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So sorry to hear of Marshall's passing. I knew Marshall and Susan through Porter & Associates many years ago and always loved seeing them come in. Marshall was a true original and I know he will be missed by many. Love & Prayers to Susan!
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Ann McCartney
Friday December 16, 2016 at
5:30 PM
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So sorry to get this news. Marshall was a good person and friend. Susan, my prayers are with you.
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Sam & Jeannie Bowman
Friday December 16, 2016 at
11:30 AM
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We were so sad to hear of Marshall's passing. We both love him dearly and will never forget our life long friend. Our children grew up knowing him as a great person. They also wish you well Susan.
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Pete and Glenna Heinz McClain
Thursday December 15, 2016 at
11:25 PM
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This man was so loved by our community, the alumni of Fairland schools, the sports groups, and the vast number of us who regarded him as a brother. We love you. We'll miss you. You cannot be replaced. Love and prayers to your whole family. RIP big guy. HRYRU5
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Debi Reynolds
Realdebi@aol.com
Thursday December 15, 2016 at
9:45 PM
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I know .. I'm family. If I weren't, I would still be grieving over the loss of this great man. Our family and our community will never quite be the same. I will miss his ornery smile and that twinkle in his eye .. no matter his age. He will be so greatly missed. ??
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Terri Olsen
Thursday December 15, 2016 at
9:30 PM
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Marshall was a great guy and he will be missed by many. He was always very kind to me. I never got to make that trip up the river with him. Rest in Peace, Marshall
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Linda and Randy Henderson
lhenderson@zoominternet.net
Thursday December 15, 2016 at
8:30 PM
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So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
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Christopher L. Smith
Daleslegacy@gmail.com
Thursday December 15, 2016 at
8:28 PM
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From one USAF veteran to another, thank you for your service sir, rest easy brother. May your family have peace and understanding at this time.
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Connie Sheets Moore
Cgsmo39@gmail.com
Thursday December 15, 2016 at
6:17 PM
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Condolences to Marshall's family. He and Mary Lou were dear friends of my family when we lived in Proctorville. Always looked forward to seeing him at Fairland Reunions.
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Reggie (Gene) Johnson
Thursday December 15, 2016 at
2:41 PM
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I met Marshall through my wife, Cheryl (Spears)Johnson. He was an amazing individual and part of a generation the likes of which we will never see again. I was proud to have met him.
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