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John William Marsh known as "Billy Marsh" has passed away peacefully at home after 88 years of life. Billy enjoyed being with his wife Harriet of 60 years, gardening, drinking coffee at The Waffle House with friends, rock fishing in the spring while napping waiting for a bite, and most of all working in the HVAC field. He was well respected in his career and one of the best in his profession.
Billy was predeceased by his wife Harriet Bull Marsh whom he loved unconditionally. He had three children: Valerie Roosen, Cindy Mitchell (Robert), John Marsh (Lorelee); three grandchildren: Anthony, Will and Montana and great grandson Gabriel.
His parents were William and Ruth Marsh. Billy was one of nine children: Douglas, Sarah (Sally), Frank, Lois, Tommy, Jimmy, Jesse, Linda.
Billy served in the Air National Guard, Eastover Ruritan Club and Mechanical Contractor Association. He was well known in the Lower Richland Community.
From all of your family daddy, "Go Rest High on that Mountain"
Services will be held Tuesday May 7, 2024, visitation 10:00 am at Thompson Funeral Home and immediately following, 11:00 am graveside service at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, the family wishes you to make a contribution to a charity or church of your choice.
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Mike Mancari
April 17, 2025
I have been having health issues for 10 years and finally am over the issue s. I lost contact with Billy and am so sorry to hear of his passing.
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Charles JL Brooks
July 14, 2024
Very belatedly; MaryFrances, and I, have just found out about Billy's passing. We are stunned. Billy and Harriett were two of our closest friends, out of about 7 couples, who frequented Mr. Bunky's on Thursday evening, for dinner, for many many years. Out of about 14 of us, there are only 1-1/2 couples left. Those three are eighty-five-ish. We are a shrinking band. Billy, could fool you. Behind that HUMBLE being... was a gentle giant. He was one of the smartest guys I knew, in terms of business, and the general issues of the world. He was a devoted friend, confident, husband, father, brother, and grandfather. I last spoke to Billy on March 23, 2024, sending him the attached photo of he and Harriett. God BLESS his soul, and his family.
MaryFrances and Charles Brooks
Columbia, SC
7/14/24
Steve Jordan
May 15, 2024
One of the finest and genuine people Ivevever known ! A man of his word !!
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