You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Keep your fingers on the outside of the steering wheel when you hit the ruts or youll soon hear the phrase metacarpal fracture.. His collection was extensive including every model of Model A's and the Ford alphabet collection. He was the husband of Doris Little Shortridge for 45 years. My brother went to meet Mark at a Bugatti rally up in Saratoga a few years ago and said when he got there the poor guy was covered in grease. Our own Ed Minnie talked me out of buying the Locomobile, by the way. I plan to attend! Tributes have been paid to "old school gentleman" Mark Smith after the Just Motor Group local business manager lost his battle with COVID-19. Find the obituary of Mark Matthew Smith (2022) from Lynchburg, VA. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. She grew up on a farm and learned Read More, Timothy James Thomas, 62, of Lynchburg, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Ford Model K, Bantam, Locomobile, Duesenberg, and many, many others. Thanks Walt, a "Where are they now" follow up would be great. I was just getting ready to leave to preview the Smith auction items. Mark Edward Smith Lynchburg, Virginia . Live Auctions. She was the daughter of Damien Solomon and Karita Winston. Im trying to sell some of her stuff and its hard. Browse Lynchburg local obituaries on Legacy.com. To send condolences Read More, Jimmie Dale Worley, 70, of Lynchburg, passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023. I can only imagine, what was acquired, in the following years? 101 Wyndale Drive Lynchburg, VA . A Funeral Mass will be conducted at 12 p.m., Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at Read More, John Martin Hildenberger, 73, of San Jose, California, died on November 23, 2022, after a brief hospitalization, surrounded by his beloved family. They were blessed with 2 children and their spouses, Kevin Smith and wife, Remie, and Kayla Bamburg and husband, Joe; along with 6 grandchildren, who called him Super Papaw, Wesson, Archer, Dosson, and Campbell Smith, Guinevere and Marston Bamburg. Be responsible to yourself and your family - well stated Steve - sage words. Now to get the rest of my affairs in order! Tribute wall. The family Read More, James Regis "Jim" Dorman, Sr. went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior on February 25, 2023. Losing good friends is always difficult. Yeah right, if he lives to be 300 he wont have enough time. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. He is survived by : his wife Sally Bowman; his children, Jeremy Smith, Melanie Payne (Ryan) and Brendan Smith (Kayla); his sister Suzzann Olocki; his step-children, Autumn Rose and Zachary Catlett; his grandchildren, Sterling Smith, Season Rose and Seanna Rose; his friends, Chris Cott and Kenny Green; and his foster brother Gary Wolcott. Unfortunately all my Mark stories, which there are only a few can not be put out in public. He was the loving husband of Virginia Rose Collier for 59 years. Dr. William McKinnon Massie died peacefully on Sunday, February 19, 2023, surrounded by his family. The family encourages friends to visit them at the residence. Hate reporting news like this. As Steve commented, it's complicated, particularly when one has such an incredible collection and no direct heirs. Even tho the picture isn't sharp as we would like it to be, it still shows the 4 Smith kids. His collection was beyond extensiveand his signs were known to be the best of the best. I only had a couple brief conversations with Mark Smith. If you ever needed to know the history of a significant car, Mark could rattle it off without even thinking about it-and chances are he either owned it or was somehow involved with it. We will find out though! I wonder how many potential bidders will pass due to the above? Tour of the Mark J. Smith Automobile Collection. The fee to attend should keep out the looky-loos that attend events like this just out of curiosity and make it hard for serious buyers to even see what is being sold. I worked for Mark, in the 1980s, as a teenager. He is also survived by his brother, Roger Smith and wife, Beverly; his special nieces, Kari Ellis and husband, John, Kristi Buerger and husband, Eric; great nephew and niece, JR and Jessica Ellis. I believe the majority of the cars are being dispersed as Mark wished. Yes, he did appreciate the cars and automobilia he had amassed but we all have our own way to enjoy what we have - some just to look at it, some to work on it to bring it back to what it once was - to function, some to drive on tours, and some to win awards. Frank Smith of Lynchburg, Va., passed away peacefully on August 30, 2019. He said that someone in Roanoke was working on a car and to call him in a month or so to see how that came out. She will be Read More, Hazel East Rigney, 79, of Rustburg, passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at her residence. Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church, 4390 Old Sterlington Rd. 1999 at Camelot Nursing Home. He had some amazing cars, then. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mark Edward Smith to pay them a last tribute. Some really cool cars! Hate reporting news like this. I'm glad I opened up this topic this morning. he was a collector and dealer , did have great knowledge of what was what, what was where, and who owned what . Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Mark Smith, 63, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Lea Joyner Memorial Methodist Church in Monroe, LA with Rev. I have a connection who has a warehouse full of cars like these which he wont part with as he is going to restore them! It also gives enthusiastssuch as our SVBCC membersthe opportunity to enjoy an amazing slice of automotive history. I had visited him in the hospital and I am only thankful he is not suffering anymore. I could be wrong but there is a LOT of "stuff" and there might be some deals to he had. Mark was at Hershey as always and had Ann Klein's Rolls-Royce skiff for us to see. Betty Swanson officiating. I had a few phone conversations with him, the car couldn't be bought. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. Winfred was born on December 1, 1941, in Lynchburg, Virginia to the late Winfred Sr. and Georgia Smith. A friend is one who benefited from being left a number of cars by Mark as noted in his will. I have devised a bit of a plan and long wondered how I might share that idea with other enthusiasts for feed back,advice and comment and this might perhaps be a proper forum as such is at the forefront of several minds having read these articles. I think you Model A and Model T (Ford) guys may want to pay close attention to this auction. View upcoming Lynchburg area funerals. I knew of him, however as far as I know, never met him. 63RedBrier. Recommend Mark's obituary to your friends. He was predeceased by : his parents, Evan Everett Smith, Sr. and Mittie Jewel Griggers Smith; and his siblings, Sandy . I did not realize he had that many later Ford parts. Does anyone know whats become of the pre T Fords and when these may be for Auction? Mark and his wife Laura would have been married 40 years in May. Mark Edward Smith, 59, of Rustburg, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023, at his residence. It's easy! Mrs. Goins will lie in repose one hour prior to the service. SO while we can everyone try to be nice to the next person you meet, share the kindness and enthusiasm you may have, and the knowledge. His collection was extensive including every model of Model A's and the Ford alphabet collection. From all the post Ive read, I would venture to say he was a Rock Star of the antique car world. There is a planned use for them which will honor Mark but I do not know if I am at liberty to divulge. Sign up for our free daily email and youll never miss another find: 44k Original Miles: 1976 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Backyard Project Car: 1985 Buick Regal T-Type, Champagne Yellow Project: 1962 Porsche 356. . Every timethis happens we all are made aware of our need for planning. He sure had a keen eye for great cars and automobilia. I was seriously thinking of going to the preview of this auction, A candle was posted for Mark Edward Smith. Mark was a lifelong member of Lea Joyner Memorial Methodist Church (formerly Southside Methodist) and the family requests that memorials be made in his honor to the church. The other encounter was in his Chocolate Field site, discussing how proportions determine the relative aesthetic appeal of Classic Era cars. The California license plate suggests this two-seater spent a prior life in the Golden State, which normally means dry, solid metal and minimal rust. Horse trading with Mark was always an experience but at the end of the day, always worthwhile. James was a farmer for most of his career and retired from John Albert Farming Read More, Wilson Charley Reaves transitioned from this Earthly life on Sunday, February 26, 2023. Here we are all grown up, leading lives on our own. He was born on October 25, 1943, in Newport News, Va., to the late Wil The last auction I attended everyone went brain dead and bid things to about 200% of value so I'm probably not missing anything. Thats a great tribute to Mark, well said. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. He was born on October 18, 1925, in Gladys, a son of the late Francis Calvin Woodall Read More, Sally Evans Hayes, 84, died peacefully at her home in Haymarket, Va., on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, having suffered multiple strokes in the prior 7 months. Select the best result to find their address, phone number, relatives, and public records. Suggested donation : St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Funeral arrangement under the care ofTharp Funeral Home & Crematory. Legal ownership of vehicles is always a question. James Sidney Worley. Unfortunately I will not be able to attend..and I'm very disappointed. All of the cars, parts, artifactscant collect enough. The buyers premiums are pretty much every auction these days. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting Read More, Peter Michael "Kopa" Collier, 80, of Lynchburg, VA formerly of Schenectady, NY passed away peacefully surrounded by family Friday, February 24, 2023 at his residence. She was born in Campbell County, on December 3, 1935, daughter of the late John W. Cyrus and the late Hattie F. Cyrus. Patricia was a devoted homemaker and attended Thomas Read More, Ethel E. Goins departed this life on February 26, 2023. View obituary. There is no photo or video of Mark Edward Smith.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. I wish Barn Finds could do a write up on almost all those cars! 1972 Ford Bronco Sport14 hours$15,100Bid Now, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro RS Custom1 days$7,500Bid Now, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette7 days$28,250Bid Now. Mark Edwin Wright, 58, of McLean, VA, passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2021, at his residence. The magnitude of this collection just boggles the mind. Election bills abound in Annapolis. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. I can only imagine, what that collection grew into, in the following years? Members; 343 Location: Retired in King William Virginia Other Clubs: AACA Lifetime, CCCA, H. H. Franklin Club, CORSA, Northern VA & Central VA Corvair Clubs Am in the middle of several stories and have Editor's who are friends that are looking on in anticipation of me getting them done and in for publication. Lets put this beauty back into the water before your local restaurant buys it for a salad bar. Love & prayers are with you! It will see what you have go to who you want it to who will appreciate it . I was in discussions with Mark before he passed but was unaware he was unwell and didnt know why all of a sudden my emails went unanswered. She was the daughter of the late Albert Garnett Kidd and the late Nettie Gollehon Kidd. Born on September 1, 1960, in Lynchburg, she was the daughter of the late Robert Lee Simonton and Hilda Mays Simonton. I ( and I think most reading this) never looked at what they had as an investment, nor the knowledge I have from studying period material / documents etc has made me an "expert". If the Porsche tractor didnt get your blood pumping, how about this 1973 BMW 2002 tii? One of these As is the oldest known Model As in existencea car sold in Sweden and returned to the US. Powered by Invision Community. February 25, 2023 (63 years old) View obituary. On 11/12/2021 at 12:39 PM, edinmass said: On 11/10/2021 at 6:14 PM, Steve Moskowitz said: Another Car Guy Has Passed. Mark Smith. To me there is no such thing as an expert - we are always learning. I wasn't aware of him but sounds like a good guy. Mark had great taste in cars. Dick was predeceased in death by his parents, Theodore McBee Wallace and Dorothy Elizabeth Wallace (ne Mulloy), and his brother, David. I've had the pleasure of spending time at both locations, but my favorite was the old store in Lynchburg. Perhaps there is a good lesson here for all of us. Mark Smith who had a massive collection of cars and memorabilia passed away early this morning. There is a trailer parked there now from the Saratoga automobile museum. He graduated from Dunbar High School in Lynchburg, before going on to work for Duti-Duds, Inc. Sounds easy, except when you have a Pierce memorabilia collection thats hundreds of pieces, not counting all the other odds and ends such as spare parts for cars.. Prayers for peace and comfort for his family. We talked for a half hour or so and he seemed like a really great guy. Our old cars bring us much joy. The buyers premiums are pretty much every auction these days. Arnold was born February 26, 1944, in Lynchburg, Va., a son of the late William B. Stanley and Lula J. Stanley. Resides in Brookneal, VA. You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or plant a tree in memory of Mark Edward Smith. March is murder mystery month in Franklin County; more things to do, History in black and white worth remembering, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Mark was both a roofer and landscaper. $100 is a lot of money to most people. I won't go into the personal details of Mark's life but I do not see a way that the collection will not be dispersed based upon what I know. Would also like to share that if you have any of your belongings in storage with a friend or whatever, make sure their affairs are up to date. I am working on it fast as I can ,but I point out to them ,to make me happy they dont have to run ,I just enjoy looking at them ,all they need do is give me pleasure my being able to wander through them ,show the and talk about them with those who wander by and enjoy them .I might say When you buy a painting or some other piece of art and it just sits or hangs on the wall does anyone ask why it isnt doing more ? Tracy Maureen SmithTracy Maureen Smith, 57, of Lynchburg, died on Monday, March 15, 2021. . To send condolences please visit www.tharpfuneralhome.com . Copyright 2023, Antique Automobile Club of America. The cars start on page 13 of day 2. Vote for the Washington County Athletes of the Week for Feb. 20-25, Coordinated cardiology care: 5 signs its time, Former Texas congressman to speak at local GOP Unity Dinner, Letters to the editor: Williamsport library proposal under fire. I think possibly his thrill was not only being able to get a car but the "chase" to do so and then the ability to bask in the glow that he owned it. But no way am I paying $100 to attend. His remains rest at Community Funeral Home. Went to high school with him in Charlottesville, Va , 69-70. Pretty amazing car. I had several longer phone calls with Mark in the beginning of 2021. One story comes to mind ,after the passing of one fellow car nut A man who had been very involved in Auburn Cord collecting for about 50 years Read More, Hazel Irene Taylor, 94, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, February 23, 2023. Its a shame that the descriptions are so short. Steering wheel controls put the choke and other knobs and levers within easy reach, and the limousine-quality rear leg room promises to please your resident slam-dunker. 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