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Ethan Lee Smith
1989 - 2023
Ethan Lee Smith
1989 - 2023
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BORN
1989
DIED
2023
Ethan Smith Obituary
Ethan Lee Smith, 33, of Marion, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023.
Ethan was born in McDowell County on November 12, 1989 to Jonas Dean Smith and Elizabeth Kay Rhom Hudson.
Ethan was a wonderful father who enjoyed spending time with his daughter more than anything. He loved being outdoors and enjoyed hunting and working on his truck. Ethan was known for always laughing and cutting up with family and friends. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Left to cherish his memory including his parents are his wife, Jennifer Letterman; his daughter, Emilee Smith; three siblings, Nikki Smith, Dustin Mosteller (Paige) and Hunter Murray, and a number of nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00 pm on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at Solid Rock FWB Church with Rev. Alfred Gallion officiating.
2170 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC 28752
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