To send condolences Read More, Jimmie Dale Worley, 70, of Lynchburg, passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023. As Ed states, a lot of the really good cars are dispersed, but even left overs from that collection are probably still interesting! Patricia was born on July 13, 1939, in Lynchburg, a daughter of the late Walter Lowery and Mary Harris Lowery. I am shocked and sad. What better way to spruce up die landwirtschaft? Jane leaves Read More, Richard Sherman Wallace, 75, of Roseland, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on February 16, 2023. Read Lynchburg Obituaries and tributes, information for communities to pay respect for deaths of loved ones. I knew Mark because I worked on his Volvos over the years and he was always approachable and gave me a tour of his collections in VA. As someone who at the time was very inexperienced in the collector's market, it was a awe inspiring sight to see cars with so much history attached to them outside of a museum setting. 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. 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. Worked for Mark in early 70s in Philly area. It is all a matter of opinion , just like the comments here on the forums ( including this one!). Most relatives aren't "car nuts" and I know for decades at first we may have been viewed as the crazy relative who spends his money on old cars that need work and are rusty - that changed as a general view by the public saw that those old cars /historic transportation became worth more $ - SO we crazies became the "rich eccentric" relative ( and all the time, effort, etc. I like to add something to this old story when Mark broke down and bought two cars: When we talked about Locomobiles, he actually mentioned this story. On the other side of things, Im a believer in making things as Accessible as possible to keep interest in the hobby going. When I gave this picture to Mark, he couldn't believe his hair was blonde and said how good looking his sisters were. His extensive early Ford automobile collection resides in the basement and includes several homemade racing specials, and dozens of Model T & Model As. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Described as a 1945 Ford Willys Jeep, this flat-fendered military implement promises minimal comfort and maximum capability. The perfect thing for the Porsche fan who has everything, this 1960 Porsche diesel tractor brings German takes engineering down on the farm. He is survived by his sister, Bonnie Read More, Frances Ferguson Clark, age 94, of Keysville, Virginia, entered heavenly glory on Sunday, February 19, 2023. Mark was married to Kathie. She was born in Lynchburg, Aug. 4, 1905 to the late John Mark Diuguid and Genora Taliaferro Diuguid. To me Mark Smith will be remembered for his ability to acquire and store in decent conditions some amazing cars , the preservation of history, for that he has to be commended. And I am not referring to the collection She was the widow of James P. "Jim" Monaghan and the daughter of the late Charles H. Newman Sr. and Beulah Walden Newman. I had several longer phone calls with Mark in the beginning of 2021. I met Mr. Smith several years ago at his building here in Lovingston, VA. Not necessarily a bad thing, lots of good stuff which can be enjoyed by others. I worked for Mark, in the 1980s, as a teenager. Mark was at Hershey as always and had Ann Klein's Rolls-Royce skiff for us to see. Dig those extra wide whitewalls! Approximately 30 members of the SVBCC toured Mark J. Smith' s Lynchburg automobile collection on Saturday, February 27th. We got together for a special day for us all. May his magnanimous. I'm not too crazy about bidder fees either, but considering the auction company involved, not surprised. Tammy Kidd Kincaid. So much to unpack here ! A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 4, 2023, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. David Boor Thats a great tribute to Mark, well said. Miller auction up in Vermont 20+ years ago, but with more unrestored, too good to restore early cars. By He was born on February 20, 1954, in Grundy, a son of the late Edwin Dewey Shortridge Read More, Hazel Irene Taylor, 94, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother entered into eternal rest on Thursday, February 23, 2023. He sure had a keen eye for great cars and automobilia. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Monroe, View upcoming Lynchburg area funerals. Thank you for your post. I could be wrong but there is a LOT of "stuff" and there might be some deals to he had. I am very happy MS had what he had , but also glad to know that the cars will be going back to a wide variety of owners so we all can perhaps see them at a show , on display or the very best ( for me anyway) seeing them drive down the road with happy passengers. I was just getting ready to leave to preview the Smith auction items. I'm glad I opened up this topic this morning. Mark's knowledge of cars-especially prewar cars-was second to none. It will see what you have go to who you want it to who will appreciate it . Write your message of sympathy today. Thanks, Mark, for letting me look behind the curtain for an afternoon. 63RedBrier. Wow! There are no events at this time. I was going to attend and take a 20' trailer but changed my mind after seeing the fee. March 1, 2016, http://smithautomotiveinvestments.com/index.php. A proud graduate Read More, Betty Estelle Franklin of Lynchburg, Virginia was called home to be with the Lord on February 20, 2023. All rights reserved. Mark Edward Smith Lynchburg, Virginia . Inrecentyears I found that the National Cremation Society and Funeral Homes had adopted asimilar"Personal Planning Guide"booklet on better glossy paper and itis free. I believe in Mark's case that a lot of this was done. 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. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. The British car collection is on the first floor of the warehouse and was open for members to ramble around and meander about. He was predeceased by : his parents, Evan Everett Smith, Sr. and Mittie Jewel Griggers Smith; and his siblings, Sandy . 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! View local obituaries in City Of Lynchburg, Virginia. He was the husband of Doris Little Shortridge for 45 years. 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. Mark was an interesting guy with fantastic taste in automobiles. Celebrating the life of Mark Edward Smith. (5) updates to this series since Updated Nov 10, 2021. . He was the loving husband of Nancy Tayman Stanley of 57 years. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service and Interment will follow the service Read More, Dr. William McKinnon Massie died peacefully on Sunday, February 19, 2023, surrounded by his family. She was born in Lynchburg, on May 20, 1952, to the late Earnest G. McCoy and Catherine Ersell Stratton McCoy. Mark, and our own Bill Krzastek, offered a superb tutorial for all interested parties on the history of the Sebring Sprite marque. 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 ? A friend was just charged $1400 toplace his wife'sobit. He adored and was comforted by the presence of Cash, his new grand puppy, in the days leading up to his passing. Sometimes cantankerous, sometimes drunk and sometimes the nicest guy you could ever want to meet, Mark was always one of the Old Car Hobby's great characters. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. until service time under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA. I had visited him in the hospital and I am only thankful he is not suffering anymore. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Read More, Clyde "Ricky" Shortridge, 69, of 11004 Leesville Road, Evington, died on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital. Almost every mention or photo I've seen of his collection had Fords, but they were of the very early kind, lettered models from the aughts. Most were unmolested British sports cars many with original paint and tires. Powered by Invision Community. Three days of barking auctioneers and hammer-dropping should make for lively bidding and conversation. Can you imagine what the insurance would cost for As some of you may remember, a photograph and brief question about the first presidential car appeared in the most recent Club newsletter. You can always work more and make more money.no one has ever figured out how to buy more time. Sorry if that analogy offended anyone. I knew of him, however as far as I know, never met him. Lynchburg is less than 2 hours from me. A dented left quarter panel, sunburned paint, and a cracked dashboard mark low points on this 1970 Datsun 240Z. I worked for Mark in the 1980s, as a teenager. Love & prayers are with you! He is survived by : his girlfriend Karen Parker Crouch; his daughter Story Toney (Robbie); and his siblings, Willie Smith (Linda), Leslie Miller (C. W.) and Cheryl Smith. 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. Mark was at Hershey as always and had Ann Klein's Rolls-Royce skiff for us to see. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family Read More, Jennifer Lee Hill, age 71, passed away on February 25, 2023, at Smith Mountain Lake in Moneta, VA. She was the loving wife of Jim Hill to whom Read More, James Ray Miller, 76, of Monroe, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2023 at Lynchburg General Hospital. That said, all my dealings with him were fun and easy. All New York ownership documents prior to 1973 are non-title or "Registration Stubs". He loved the New York Jets, loved the game of softball, and was his daughters #1 fan. His entire life and purpose in life was dedicated to old cars. We talked for a half hour or so and he seemed like a really great guy. Mark graduated from Liberty High School then went to Virginia Tech where he graduated with a bachelor's in finance. View upcoming Lynchburg area funerals. Tharp Funeral Home 220 Breezewood Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24502. Mark Smith. Get it in writing legally - NOW. Too bad. In my case, my wife has three names, I told her to just do with those guys say. The basement was stuffed with original unrestored Model As and Ts. If the Porsche tractor didnt get your blood pumping, how about this 1973 BMW 2002 tii? Powered by Invision Community, Mark Smith NO RESERVE Auction - Lynchburg, VA - Oct 19 - 250+ cars. I was driving by and he was loading or unloading a vehicle. He had some amazing automobiles. A friend is one who benefited from being left a number of cars by Mark as noted in his will. I wonder how many potential bidders will pass due to the above? Unfortunately I will not be able to attend..and I'm very disappointed. Does anyone know if the red 1919 Stutz Roadster he owned is in the list of cars to be auctioned? I am experienced enough not to let it bother me. Tribute Wall Obituary . Im a car slut, a junk junkie and a widower. Mark Matthew SmithMark Matthew Smith, 64, of Lynchburg passed away peacefully on Friday, July 1, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones. He loved the New York Jets, loved the game of softball, and was his daughter's #1 . My instructions", that I gave to each client. I had a career in the planning business and agree with a lot of what'ssaid here. I was close to the end of the road, but got steered back on to the path because of skilled doctors who knew how to do a "valve job". Was Mark Smith well known in the car collector world? 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. The buyers premiums are pretty much every auction these days. They tend toward upper-end merchandise. Mark Edward Smith, 59, of Rustburg, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023, at his residence. I did not realize he had that many later Ford parts. Mark had a great eye for cars, and while I didn't know him well, he always said hello. Does anyone know whats become of the pre T Fords and when these may be for Auction? I told Mr. Smith that I was seeking a painter for a matching numbers 1970 Z28. I do find it a bit irritating that apparently it is impossible to find out what vehicles will actually be sold and when. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. People that know the collection well and have seen the material lead me to believe that there is so much of it that you might actually find the items affordable. But anyone needs to be aware. 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