Martin D. Smith, 88, of Youngsville, passed away peacefully on Christmas morning, December 25, 2020. Born in Wrightsville, Pennsylvania, to the late Emmett and Bessie Clark Smith, Martin was preceded in death by his wife Janet Pierson Smith, in August of 2018. Martin was also preceded in death by all 13 of his brothers and sisters, Sally Johnson, Kenneth Smith, Harold Smith, Mary Johnson, Cary Smith, Gerald Smith, Robert “Bob” Smith, Freeman Smith, Harriett “Hattie” Borton, Alice Huff, Jenny Hebner Loomis, Ivan Smith and Arden Smith.
Martin is survived by his daughter, Donna Smith (Duane) Cude of Kimberly, Alabama, and her son Christopher; his son Gaillard Martin (Carolyn) Smith of Camas, Washington, and their children, Jordan, Carrie, Lucas and Jared, granddaughters, Elliot, Zoey and Amelia; and daughter, Marilee Smith (Troy) Hazeltine, of Sugar Grove, Pennsylvania, and their children, Paul, Andy, Alisen and Cyrus. Martin is also survived by a number of in-laws, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Together with his wife, Martin spent much of his retirement in service to their relatives and friends in need.
He was employed by Dahlstrom’s Manufacturing Company in Jamestown, New York, for over 35 years before he retired.
For most of his adult years, he attended Free Methodist Church in Youngsville. When he and Janet moved to Warren after their retirement, they attended Faith Fellowship Church of God. He also often attended Wrightsville Community Church during his lifetime.
Martin enjoyed singing and playing gospel and country music on his guitar, and he blessed countless friends, family members, and churchgoers with his music and his wit.
Burial will be at Warren County Memorial Park. There will be no funeral service at this time. The family, however, is planning a memorial service, with details to be announced at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East St., Warren, PA. Email condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
Donna,Gail, Marilee and families, Sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. We enjoyed his front and back porch “concerts” that he would do from time to time. We also enjoyed the friendship of your parents, they were wonderful neighbors for so many years. Your memories of all the fun and great times will help you thru this sad time. Keeping your family in our hearts and prayers.
Thank you so much
I know mom and dad loved you as neighbors and friends ❤️
Sorry for your loss. I appreciate the many times he and his wife Janet came and visited my mother Dora Clark Hardy when she was ill.
Marilee and family I am so sorry to hear of Martin’s passing ! I adored your Dad and enjoyed the time I spent with him at the Rouse ! Please know your all in my thoughts and prayers ! God Bless all of you !
Thank you Brenda❤️
I don’t know you personally but thank you so much, they are missed deeply
Sorry for your loss. Remember all the fun up to my grandpa Robert Smith house and Martin bring playing his guitar and janet. ALL The stories between the 2 brothers I used to here of the old times. Sending prayers to all the family.
Thank you so much Stacy❤️
Martin and Janet were two of my favorite people. They were so loving and I so enjoyed your dad’s music. They will surely be missed but they are now in their heavenly home. i remember him singing , “Mansion over the hilltop”, he finally gets to see it! Hugs to you all.
Thank you so much
They are deeply missed
Am so very sorry for your family in the loss of your dad! Have so many fond memories of your parents visiting with Jim and I, here in Houston. Loved hearing your dad play his guitar as we all sang with him. Enjoyed playing board games with them as well. They were a wonderful Christian couple and now once again they are together. Loved them both! Keeping your families in my prayers!
Love you Marty
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I am So sorry for you loss Marilee,and Donna. Your dad was always so nice when I came up there to visit.
God bless the family and friends. Love y’all
Oh my goodness, I never thought for a moment you’d be gone Laura
Please hug my mom and dad for me
See you soon
im terribly sorry for loss of Martin. He will be missed.
You were the most compassionate with my dad.
Always appreciate you.