if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[580,400],'barnfinds_com-large-leaderboard-2','ezslot_8',148,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-barnfinds_com-large-leaderboard-2-0'); This 1962 Studebaker GT Hawk features rat-rod red wheels and black primer, perfect for your Rockabilly car club. We will find out though! Tour of the Mark J. Smith Automobile Collection. Everything Goes! A friend was just charged $1400 toplace his wife'sobit. A few of us were sitting on the running boards of the Bothwell cars the night before the auction and Mark was in "great story" mode talking about all of the great cars he got from the Los Angeles area over the years. Today I tried to call, but the number is out of service. Born in Lynchburg on March 25, 1963, he was a son of the late Richard Edward Smith, Jr. and Barbara Ann Dill Smith. He was the loving husband of Linda Audrey Jones Smith for 51 years. Powered by Invision Community. With all lots at No Reserve, you know someone will find a bargain or two. This was an old picture of the Smith kids with an awful background where Mama just got the hotel she could afford. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the fam Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. until service time under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home . March 24, 2014 Lynchburg, Tennessee Set a Reminder for the Anniversary of Mark's Passing. I am experienced enough not to let it bother me. It also brings up something I have reminded everyone for a long time, make sure your will is up-to-date! He is also survived by loving nieces, nephews, and friends. Lynchburg, VA TAMMY SMITH OBITUARY Tammy Lynette Watts SmithTammy Lynette Watts Smith of Madison Heights, Va. passed away peacefully at University of Virginia Medical Center on Monday,. The preservation, sharing etc is what makes us all happy and is why we have what we have. Suggested donation : St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Funeral arrangement under the care ofTharp Funeral Home & Crematory. I only met him one time, at a Luray Caverns auction a long while back. A proud graduate Read More, Betty Estelle Franklin of Lynchburg, Virginia was called home to be with the Lord on February 20, 2023. It's easy! Mark Smith who had a massive collection of cars and memorabilia passed away early this morning. Condolences to his family and friends. Here is Mark Steven Smith's obituary. 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". 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. The buyers premiums are pretty much every auction these days. Thank you for your post. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. (Glad I don't have connections in Miami, FL). Jul 17 Peter Gariepy changed the title to Mark Smith NO RESERVE Auction - Lynchburg, VA - Oct 19 - 250+ cars; 63RedBrier. I am absolutely thrilled to know who got them as the man is an enthusiast and USES, DRIVES his cars. Can you imagine what the insurance would cost for Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. March 25, 1963 - So much of what I have gathered has come from just such situations How do we get rid of all that junk Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church, 4390 Old Sterlington Rd. I had visited him in the hospital and I am only thankful he is not suffering anymore. 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. Would you like to offer Mark Matthew Smiths loved ones a condolence message? A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. spirit rest in peace! Many people have been asking about where the cars are going.which I have no clue, but there are rumors many are already gone. Big deal I can only see about 90 that I would give my eye teeth for. I am shocked and sad. 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. Bob. Tharp Funeral Home, Madison Heights is assisting the family. If I remember well he said it was really a coincidence and big surprize to him finding a rare Loco in this way. Plant a tree. Born on September 16, 1928, to Walker Douglas and Cecil Shotwell Ferguson, Frances was raised in Halifax County, Virginia and was destined to be a teacher. What a coincidence. 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. I had a friend here in Winchester, he had an early Indian motorcycle with side car and an early 20s Locomobile town car. The basement was stuffed with original unrestored Model As and Ts. AM understands that Smith, part of the team at the retail group's Harrogate dealership, lost his battle with the virus on Tuesday (September 21) night. Probably, some really incredible stuff. 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 Inc is a registered trademark. I can only imagine, what was acquired, in the following years? A 1923 Oakland Touring Car bristles with pre-Depression optimism, its cheery blue paint and snappy white-walls inviting a drive in the country. 1 memorial tree was planted in memory of Mark Edward Smith. Mark Edward Smith Obituary Remember Mark Edward Smith. For a small fee to cover maintenance. Become a member to add images to your comments. I type it all out and print it on coloredpaper for each file. Be specific! Mark is preceded in death by his parents, George and Billie Smith. Get it in writing legally - NOW. 1999 at Camelot Nursing Home. 1972 Ford Bronco Sport14 hours$15,100Bid Now, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro RS Custom1 days$7,500Bid Now, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette7 days$28,250Bid Now. Under the direction of John Sanders and Cindy Booker, another group arrived in Lynchburg on Friday and had lunch at the Irish Pub. Mark graduated from Liberty High School then went to Virginia Tech where he graduated with a bachelor's in finance. I joined this forum purely to express loss and sympathy for the family. 53, of New Kent, Va. went to be with the Lord on Friday . Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. I was telling my compatriot about the car; Mark overheard our conversation and took time to show us how Murphy engineered thefolding mechanism. All New York ownership documents prior to 1973 are non-title or "Registration Stubs". Bragging rights that "you were there" Walt, Do you have a list of the winning bids at the Bird auction, might be interesting. Make sure that any agreement is in writing (including a simple email communication) and clear. I believe the majority of the cars are being dispersed as Mark wished. Worked for Mark in early 70s in Philly area. Mark was an interesting guy with fantastic taste in automobiles. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Yes, it will cost some $ to get it sorted correctly and legally. In regards to how I saw cars it changed my life and I will forever be grateful to him. It sounds like Mark was well known and respected in the old car community. The fastback body is built for speed, and the inline eight cylinder motor promises plenty of buttery torque, though running condition is not mentioned. You can always work more and make more money.no one has ever figured out how to buy more time. Recommend Mark's obituary to your friends. I plan to be there, the car I really wanted was gifted to the Revs Institute. You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or plant a tree in memory of Mark Edward Smith. Plan ahead before bidding; it will take more than a Powerstroke dually to relocate this monster. I had a few phone conversations with him, the car couldn't be bought. So theyre looking for every source of revenue they can find. I searched for a car I rode around in for over 40 years, it turned up in the Mark Smith collection. Community Funeral Home directing Read More, Charlie Lee Marshall, 84, of Lynchburg, transitioned on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. She was preceded in death by a sister, Shirley N. Fowlkes; two brothers Read More, Jon Keith Parish, 85, of Altavista passed away Monday, February 20, 2023. Guess that leaves out those of us without $$$$. This would be worth the trip just to bask in the glow of so many wonderful cars. Post in the forum instead. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. That said, all my dealings with him were fun and easy. From all the post Ive read, I would venture to say he was a Rock Star of the antique car world. Tribute wall. It also points out that how we treat people we meet in this hobby is SO much more important than the physical objects which bring us together. He was predeceased by : his parents, Richard Edward Smith, Jr. and Barbara Ann Dill Smith. I think it will be much like at the Bird estate auction here on long island back in the 1960s - lots of people just there for the spectacle to say they were there and many in the way for people who want to own a particular vehicle to comfortably get to inspect. He was born on August 7, 1963, to Charles Eugene Wright and Hazel Old Wright. 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. Also, some of these land auctions are ridiculously expensive to put on. I wasn't aware of him but sounds like a good guy. 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. So sorry to see this. Privacy Policy and Contact Us - DO NOT EMAIL CAR QUESTIONS. It can be a hassle for one of these cars that predate a title. I will grant that staging an auction of this scope is expensive along with being a lot of hard work. He was very gracious and invited me inside to see what he had. Josephine Jones (affectionately called Jody) was born on May 27, 1911, in Amherst, Virginia, the daughter Read More, Malayshia Lena Solomon, 12, of Lynchburg passed away on Friday 24, 2023. I notice the absence of the regular commentors they too might be in a contemplative dither after reading the AACA story that so quickly turned to the what to do when you are no more discussion What better way to spruce up die landwirtschaft? Read More, Hazel Irene Taylor, 94, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, February 23, 2023. $100 is a lot of money to most people. . Copyright 2023, Antique Automobile Club of America. I knew of him, however as far as I know, never met him. Here we are all grown up, leading lives on our own. Mark had great taste in cars. Read More, Shirley Easter Maddox Foster, 86, of Monroe, passed away, Friday, February 24, 2023, at her residence. I hope some of those stories were recorded and will live on. To send condolences Read More, Jimmie Dale Worley, 70, of Lynchburg, passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023. He was the loving husband of Virginia Rose Collier for 59 years. She was the wife of Clyde Terrel Francis. Send Condolences Previous. RIP Mr. Smith. 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 was always overly generous to my brother and I and quick to share knowledge and his collection(s) with us. Nothing says High fuel prices dont affect my fat wallet like rolling up to a dressage event in a 1949 International KB-8 with your Trakehners in tow. By William Alan Smith, Jr., 82, of . Unfortunately all my Mark stories, which there are only a few can not be put out in public. Obituary. Julia Ann Smith Bishop "Judy", 76, of Lynchburg, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 27, 2023, at her residence. But anyone needs to be aware. Reggie was born Thursday, February 26, 1942, in Williamston, NC, a son of the late James Oscar Smith and Alice Mack Little Smith. Mark and his wife Laura would have been married 40 years in May. Mark was married to Kathie. Last Updated You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or plant a tree in memory of Mark Edward Smith. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. The perfect thing for the Porsche fan who has everything, this 1960 Porsche diesel tractor brings German takes engineering down on the farm. Ben McGehee and Rev. Select the best result to find their address, phone number, relatives, and public records. , I had a few phone conversations with him, the car couldn't be bought. They are fairly expensive in the Lynchburg area. 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. Live Auctions. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. It was replaced in 1911 and returned to the owner (Henry Francis Dupont). I was just getting ready to leave to preview the Smith auction items. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mark Edward Smith to pay them a last tribute. So you do need to do some level of vetting. I was 16 years old when my grandfather got me involved in our first questionable ownership shenanigans and I have seen the angles. Thediscussionsthat follow, like this thread, are very interesting and informative for those of us who can still read them and do whatmustbe done for our own plans. http://www.farmer-auctions.com/auctions/detail/amazing-garage-workshop-of-jim-hawks. For the last 2 weeks I've been going thru my file cabinets and writing explanations of what'sin each file and why we had it, as well as what todowith it. In a certain other era, factory prepared and raced MG, AH, and some other marques were often sold to private parties or to dealers for public relation purposes. Also known as Mara Walton, Mark B Walton, Marc Smith. Most were unmolested British sports cars many with original paint and tires. Mark had a great eye for cars, and while I didn't know him well, he always said hello. Thanks, Mark, for letting me look behind the curtain for an afternoon. dave s. Mark was an interesting personality. Connect with your classmates to honor alumni and teachers. 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. RULES: No profanity, politics, or personal attacks. It also gives enthusiastssuch as our SVBCC membersthe opportunity to enjoy an amazing slice of automotive history. He gave me a nice tour of his collection, which left my head spinning. Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application. I wonder how many potential bidders will pass due to the above? 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. As some of you may remember, a photograph and brief question about the first presidential car appeared in the most recent Club newsletter. They tend toward upper-end merchandise. Bad on one hand good on another as the cars/memorabilia may end up being cherished by many. She grew up on a farm and learned Read More, Timothy James Thomas, 62, of Lynchburg, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023. She was the widow of James P. "Jim" Monaghan and the daughter of the late Charles H. Newman Sr. and Beulah Walden Newman. Well I suppose that does depend on the asker some might say You can sell that for a bunch of money ..and then you would have more money ..some might even say you could sell that and think of the good you could do giving that money away some thinking ..to ME and I surely cant purport to have the answer that is one left to each individual nut Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting Read More, Margaret W. Morland, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, poet and teacher, passed away on September 8, 2022. Miller auction up in Vermont 20+ years ago, but with more unrestored, too good to restore early cars. We got together for a special day for us all. A humbling reminder, were here for a short time. On the other hand, paying a fee just to attend is a strong turn-off for me. Read through the obituaries published today in Lynchburg News and Advance. Went to high school with him in Charlottesville, Va , 69-70. 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. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. 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 If the fee to register at this or any auction was applied to a winning bidders costs, it would be a much more accepted arrangement. As Ed states, a lot of the really good cars are dispersed, but even left overs from that collection are probably still interesting! It is all a matter of opinion , just like the comments here on the forums ( including this one!). 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! $100 just to register to bid at this auction. His company, Smith Automobile Investments, (http://smithautomotiveinvestments.com/index.php ) offers car owners original automobile templates for their restoration projects. Not good for flipping unless you sell a real rough one that the buyer will be working on for some time, done that, too. She was cared for at home by her loving family and dedicated caregiver Ramatu Kanu. Its sad when we loose a vibrant knowledgeable car guy. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 4, 2023, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. He loved the New York Jets, loved the game of softball, and was his daughter's #1 . Doesnt look like he much in the way of restorations. His collection was beyond extensiveand his signs were known to be the best of the best. Talking to him and visiting his collections inspired me to pursue cars in a very different way than I had before. Frank was most recently the Roanoke-Lynchburg National Sales Manager for iHeartRadio and a volunteer for the . I think you Model A and Model T (Ford) guys may want to pay close attention to this auction. Thanks Walt, a "Where are they now" follow up would be great. She was the daughter of Damien Solomon and Karita Winston. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Mark Matthew Smith, 64, of Lynchburg passed away peacefully on Friday, July 1, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones. Tribute Wall Obituary . Hate reporting news like this. I see both sides of the issue. Thanks. 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