You can always work more and make more money.no one has ever figured out how to buy more time. OBITUARY Dr. Mark Wesley Foreman December 18, 1954 - June 17, 2022. Also known as Mara Walton, Mark B Walton, Marc Smith. In this short time we have on this small marble circling the sun, we are only care takers of the tangible items in or life. Tributes have been paid to "old school gentleman" Mark Smith after the Just Motor Group local business manager lost his battle with COVID-19. While our visit was advertized as a British car tour, after about 40 minutes Mark opened the remainder of this building. While I didn'tknow Mark Smith, I do know many car guys with big collections, some of which have died recently. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Bob. The preservation, sharing etc is what makes us all happy and is why we have what we have. Mark suffered a stroke on the field but it was later discovered that the cause was his cancer returning. Talking to him and visiting his collections inspired me to pursue cars in a very different way than I had before. I had visited him in the hospital and I am only thankful he is not suffering anymore. -I always admired Mark for the fact that he actually knew how to work on his own stuff too. Mark was a resident of Lynchburg, Tennessee at the time of passing. man. It can be a hassle for one of these cars that predate a title. , Mark was truly one of the hobby's legends and will be missed. I knew of him, however as far as I know, never met him. Recommend Mark's obituary to your friends. 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. Im a car slut, a junk junkie and a widower. He was born on August 7, 1963, to Charles Eugene Wright and Hazel Old Wright. A funeral Read More, Sharon Jane Sutton "Shari" Willis, 75, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on December 20, 2022. Mark your plant has so many blossoms on it! A humbling reminder, were here for a short time. There was an in depth article about the Byrd auction with photos of each car sold and prices real;ized in the CCCA publication a couple years ago. The family would like to thank his special friends, Mickey and Laurie Traweek, Mark and Donna Thomas, and Andy and Phyllis Thompson, The Genesis Sunday School Class, The Lab Staff at Affinity Health Group, and the Grainger employees, Danna, Daniel, Roger, Samantha and Tammy for all the loved they showed the family during Marks brief illness. Lived In Burke VA, Lynchburg VA, Phenix VA, Alexandria VA. Related To Jackson Walton, Michie Walton, Crushunda Walton, James Walton, Cushundra Walton. Mr. Smith told me that when he was young he wanted to become an attorney, but instead became an Automobilist as stated on his business card. A celebration of his life will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Holcomb Rock Baptist Church. Lynchburg is less than 2 hours from me. Today I tried to call, but the number is out of service. I was 16 years old when my grandfather got me involved in our first questionable ownership shenanigans and I have seen the angles. Skip . His company, Smith Automobile Investments, (http://smithautomotiveinvestments.com/index.php ) offers car owners original automobile templates for their restoration projects. I wasn't aware of him but sounds like a good guy. Leslie & Family I am so sorry to hear about Mark. His surviving distant relatives whom he likely had not even seen in years had not a clue as to what he had or what it was and he had withdrawn considerably from regular people as many of us nuts tend to do His neighbors had pretty well pestered him to his end ,,,,Wanting him to join them in offering their properties up for a shopping mall or some other development I missed the deal of a century the distant kin were so pleased when they slickered a guy into giving them 50,000 for all that old junk He then in turn found a group of Drs to give him a 100,000 for 8 or the best cars ( I later saw one of those cars at an auctions fetch 98,000)and then the auction began get that junk off that VALUABLE real estate 2 auctioneers started at 10 that morning and I bought the last lot at 10 of 8 that night Having bought many automobiles ,buildings full of stuff as lots ,piles as lots and so on ,took 5 weeks two of us spending 12 or more hours a day 7 days a week loading trucks and bring em home get another and go Much of it still in the trucks I hauled it home on I suppose that is one of the signs you have a problem is when you bring goodies home and just leave it in the trucks for storage and then just go buy more trucks for the next go round Some say the difference between the men and boys is the size of their toys So that would transfer over to the difference a car nut has a garage full of stuff and REAL NUT buys it by the acre at a time In my case I have over an acre of building and ya just keep stacking higher Send Condolences Previous. One of these As is the oldest known Model As in existencea car sold in Sweden and returned to the US. , I had a few phone conversations with him, the car couldn't be bought. Lets put this beauty back into the water before your local restaurant buys it for a salad bar. I understand it was once a carriage manufacturer with a street side showroom.. it was the perfect place for his cars and automobilia. He loved the New York Jets, loved the game of softball, and was his daughters #1 fan. He was preceded in death by his father, the Reverend James Sidney Worley. red MGB carried a white factory fiberglass hardtopa color combination that is near and dear to my own heart. Looks like Dan Matthews will be selling Mark's automobilia collection on mulitple dates this winter and spring: https://www.matthewsauctions.com/current-auctions. While everything in there predated the muscle car era by several decades, it was obvious that the vehicles were high quality and very valuable. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Cheers. The basement was stuffed with Model As and Ts. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. 53, of New Kent, Va. went to be with the Lord on Friday . Dr. Mark W. Foreman, 67, of Lynchburg, passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022 at his residence. Does anyone know whats become of the pre T Fords and when these may be for Auction? Our old cars bring us much joy. RIP. 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. Born in Lynchburg on March 25, 1963, he was a son of the late Richard Edward Smith, Jr. and Barbara Ann Dill Smith. Born in Forest, May 10, 1946, he was the son of the late Joseph Miller and Frances Hamilton Miller. There is no photo or video of Mark Matthew Smith.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. Dick was predeceased in death by his parents, Theodore McBee Wallace and Dorothy Elizabeth Wallace (ne Mulloy), and his brother, David. I did not realize he had that many later Ford parts. I joined this forum purely to express loss and sympathy for the family. We only had a few conversations, but he was a true gentleman of the old school. Posted July 17, 2022. Read More, Hazel Irene Taylor, 94, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, February 23, 2023. He certainly had vast knowledge of and a sophisticated eye for great pre-war cars. But anyone needs to be aware. Tammy Kidd Kincaid. Whitten Timberlake Chapel. 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. Go ask for one at your local Cremation Society or Funeral Home. Dr. William McKinnon Massie died peacefully on Sunday, February 19, 2023, surrounded by his family. Great stuff, much in unrestored "as found" condition. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Mark Matthew Smith of Lynchburg, Virginia, who passed away on July 1, 2022, leaving to mourn family and friends. Mark had a "great eye" for pre war cars , as well as automobilia, as well as amazing collections of both. Other cars of note included one of the (1959 ) factory prepared Austin Healey 3000 Sebring series cars and a (probable) factory prepared iris blue bugeye Sebring Sprite with hardtop. Plan ahead before bidding; it will take more than a Powerstroke dually to relocate this monster. By Tracy Maureen SmithTracy Maureen Smith, 57, of Lynchburg, died on Monday, March 15, 2021. . Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application. It was a fill in the blanks planning guide for Floridians with Living Will, Health Care Surrogate designation, Organ Donor forms included. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. The third floor held an incredible collection: one Packard travel trailer, an antique tent trailer, a row of 6-8 Volvo P1800s, a slew of Model T delivery vans/milk trucks/frames/motors, Fiat station wagon, a restored Singer, unrestored WW2 Jeep, several modified Model Asone with an overhead Miller Hi Speed Head, an Overland 6 cylinder convertible, and more. It also gives enthusiastssuch as our SVBCC membersthe opportunity to enjoy an amazing slice of automotive history. End of last year I sent seasons greatings, but no reply. Too many important original cars to mention. What better way to spruce up die landwirtschaft? Mark, and our own Bill Krzastek, offered a superb tutorial for all interested parties on the history of the Sebring Sprite marque. It will be interesting to watch. I miss and love you! Dig those extra wide whitewalls! Mark was at Hershey as always and had Ann Klein's Rolls-Royce skiff for us to see. Worked for Mark in early 70s in Philly area. Hopefully theres someone in his family that will continue to cherish his collection for another generation. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. He was the husband of Elizabeth Ann Kent Smith, Lexington, for 64 years. Ford Model K, Bantam, Locomobile, Duesenberg, and many, many others. I searched for a car I rode around in for over 40 years, it turned up in the Mark Smith collection. To send condolences please visit tharpfuneralhome.com . James Ray Miller, 76, of Monroe, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2023 at Lynchburg General Hospital.Born in Forest, May 10, 1946, he was the son of Reaves, Wilson Wilson Charley Reaves. Not necessarily fun to do but the right thing to do. Get it in writing legally - NOW. Incredible! Sorry if that analogy offended anyone. . He was the loving husband of Virginia Rose Collier for 59 years. I only had a couple brief conversations with Mark Smith. Mark was both a roofer and landscaper. Too bad. There must be twenty thousand pieces of stuff all together. 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 leaves to cherish her memory two children Read More, William Wesley Woodall, 97, of 9451 Brookneal Highway, Gladys, died on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, in his home, surrounded by his loving family. Here he was in his element. To send . For a small fee to cover maintenance. Additional non-Brit cars included a very early red Porsche 911, a later (1989) 911, and silver Abarth coupe. He was very gracious and invited me inside to see what he had. Resides in Brookneal, VA. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. I don't know what will become of the collection but wherever those treasures end up, they will always be known as Mark Smiths.. RIP Mark and I'm glad you got back to Hershey for at least one more. 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. I was driving by and he was loading or unloading a vehicle. Life is short , I just gave up on people, clubs etc 4 years ago who felt they were superior beings, because they had titles they knew and saw all so could make the ultimate judgement and were always right. Mark Edward Smith Obituary. I see both sides of the issue. You can bid over the internet too but check out the catalogues on the website when they are up. Deeply checked paint and small rust spots cover the stately hardtop, and it looks highly original except for the reupholstered seats. March 1, 2016, http://smithautomotiveinvestments.com/index.php. A dented left quarter panel, sunburned paint, and a cracked dashboard mark low points on this 1970 Datsun 240Z. Sad to read this indeed. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mark Edward Smith to pay them a last tribute. 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. By She Read More, Douglas Luther Vincent, 64, of Lynchburg, VA, died Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Write your message of sympathy today. As for his collection, I have no idea, but Ill guess it will be dispersed, which is good for the hobby in general. Starting point was my asking for details of his 1924 Loco 48 chassis for sale in the HCCA, and soon I learned he also owned five complete Locomobiles, after having sold several in the past! Mark Edward Smith, 59, of Rustburg, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023, at his residence. A Funeral Mass will be conducted at 12:00 p.m., Tuesday Read More, Peter Michael "Kopa" Collier, 80, of Lynchburg, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, February 24, 2023, at his residence. Tribute Wall Obituary . We talked for a half hour or so and he seemed like a really great guy. I am absolutely thrilled to know who got them as the man is an enthusiast and USES, DRIVES his cars. So theyre looking for every source of revenue they can find. Sally was born in Lynchburg, Va., on Read More, Ms. Earlie L. Herndon of Lynchburg departed this life on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at her residence. February 25, 2023 (63 years old) View obituary. Club members and friends left this floor (and the Jefferson St. warehouse) breathless, speechless, and amazed. As Ed states, a lot of the really good cars are dispersed, but even left overs from that collection are probably still interesting! When one has acquired an auto collection valued at over a million and other odds and ends of even more value ,sitting on real estate worth over a million and having dedicated so much life to said collecting that they have no spouse and no children no close heirsother than the collection their does come a time when one should start devising a plan 1999 at Camelot Nursing Home. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. I am far enough away I need a hotel room. Too many important original cars to mention. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. he was a collector and dealer , did have great knowledge of what was what, what was where, and who owned what . She grew up on a farm and learned Read More, Timothy James Thomas, 62, of Lynchburg, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Select the best result to find their address, phone number, relatives, and public records. Please accept Echovita's sincere condolences. He was predeceased by : his parents, Richard Edward Smith . Wondering if and when they will be sold. Patricia was a devoted homemaker and attended Thomas Read More, Ethel E. Goins departed this life on February 26, 2023. Mark graduated from Liberty High School then went to Virginia Tech where he graduated with a bachelor's in finance. He and his buddy were standing under a tree, taking shots of vodka, while bidding on a Mercedes 600 which no one else had much interest in. Well, interesting, never thought of it that way! In regards to how I saw cars it changed my life and I will forever be grateful to him. Come October 19-21, 2022 the Hill City of Lynchburg, Virginia hosts the Mark Smith Estate Auction, where myriad belongings of the late auto enthusiast go to the highest bidder. Read More, Shirley Easter Maddox Foster, 86, of Monroe, passed away, Friday, February 24, 2023, at her residence. It was word of mouth, no advertising, that they were for sale. IN THE CARE OF. Three days of barking auctioneers and hammer-dropping should make for lively bidding and conversation. Put in writing with an attorney exactly how you want your estate to be administered after you are no longer here. Ben McGehee and Rev. So sorry to see this. Build, or fund a museum, but with a driving course included and allow folks to drive these grand collector cars! Talking to him and visiting his collections inspired me to pursue cars in a very different way than I had before. I am not on the inside but am aware of how big and complicated this entire matter is. Curious as to what will happen to the collection or if Family will retain the collection of a part of the collection. The buyers premiums are pretty much every auction these days. Like who to call, what tax consequences are for investments,beneficiaries,T.O.D's, Buy.Sell Agreements and what I'd like to see happen to my other stuff. (Glad I don't have connections in Miami, FL). A proud graduate Read More, Betty Estelle Franklin of Lynchburg, Virginia was called home to be with the Lord on February 20, 2023. something like that? All of the cars, parts, artifactscant collect enough. Service of comfort Read More, Josephine Wilson Jones, age 111, of Amherst, Virginia, faithful servant of God, devoted wife and mother, and loving grandmother departed this life on Friday, February 24, 2023. Mark Edward Smith Obituary Remember Mark Edward Smith. Be that people, charities or even a car club you have looked to for so many decades that has made you happy and has played a major part in your life. Have seen the angles over 40 years, it turned up in the blanks planning guide for with. Talked for a half hour or so and he seemed like a really great guy,,. Sorry to hear about Mark old Wright his collections inspired me to pursue cars in a different. No photo or video of Mark Matthew Smith.Be the first to share a memory to pay them a last.... 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