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Eugene Smith Obituary
He was the husband of the late Cynthia O. Smith, and the son of the late Lottie Eleanor Swope and Keller Theodore Smith. He was born October 20, 1927 in Washington County, Maryland. There were three brothers and sisters, two of whom survive: LuCee E. Whitter of Frederick and Melvin Smith of Hagerstown. He was preceded in death by his sister, Joann Marie.
Eugene proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955, stationed overseas in Germany, Austria, and Belgium.
He worked for nearly 60 years for Clouse Company, Frederick, previously Earl W.H. Mercer and Son, Inc., as an 18-wheeler milk truck hauler from Maryland and Pennsylvania dairy farms to local creameries. He was extremely proud of his loyalty to his employer, co-workers, and his attendance record over those many years.
Eugene was a member of South End Baptist Church, Frederick, and fondly remembered the years of duckpin bowling he participated in with fellow team members from the church.
Eugene is survived by two sons, Jeffrey W. and Richard E. Smith of Frederick.
There will be no visitation and services will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Frederick County Animal Control (FCAC) by phone at 301-600-1546 or online at their website http://frederickcountymd.gov/15/Animal-Control . Interment will be at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Frederick.
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Joseph Jones
September 21, 2023
I met Smitty at Earl W.H. Mercer in 1992. It was my first driving job and he help me getting started. Looking back I wish I would have stayed there longer. I just learned of his passing, but I will always remember him from those early days of trucking. Until we met again.
January 16, 2015
A very kind and sweet man that we became friends with over the years. Always had a smile on his face and kind words to say. Our business shared the same building as Clouse Trucking and he was always there to help whenever help was needed. He will be missed.
debra shew
January 14, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to the family.,I understand he was good friends with my husband.David shew. May they be friends in heaven
Nickolis Stenger
January 14, 2015
When we lost Smitty we lost a truly amazing man. He always amazed me how devoted he was to his Job especially his rig and his farmers. I learned so much from him and I truly idolized him. No one will ever fill his shoes. Rest in peace Old Friend!!!
Vickie Hanshew
January 12, 2015
Rick and Jeff our hearts truly broke for you when we heard the news. Bill, Garet and Tyler remember that visit at Smitty's with Bronson. The one who's butt didn't touch the ground when he sat down. Our whole family and I mean whole family has been thinking about you all and praying for you. We think and talk about you often and really should get together some time soon. May God comfort you at this time.
Sherri Winchester
January 12, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Your father was a wonderful man and neighbor.
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Richard Cross
January 11, 2015
Was a caring individual which will be missed by many and forgotten by few.
Rest in peace and God bless.
Sherry Smith
January 11, 2015
Jeff and Rick,
My heart is breaking for you both. Smitty will be missed by all that knew him. His smile, good natured personality, and easy going ways were his charm. He was a great man. He loved his family, his job, and his life. May he rest in peace!
January 11, 2015
What a caring & wonderful man "Smitty" was....always looked forward to seeing him every other Saturday & sometimes thru the week when he came to pick up our milk at the farm... you are surely going to be missed...may you Rest In Peace Smitty....
Condolences from everyone at Ken-Mel Farms
L. Gaffney
January 11, 2015
Rest in peace. My sincere condolences to the family.
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