Walter Eugene "Gene" Marsh

Walter Eugene "Gene" Marsh, 75, of Boaz, Alabama, passed away on July 1, 2024. Born on September 18, 1948, in Walker County, Alabama, he was the youngest grandson of A.W. and Sarah Marsh.
Gene dedicated his life to service, as a Marine, where he was awarded a Purple Heart. He held a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and was an active member of Bermala Masonic Lodge 836 in Clay, Alabama.
Gene's vibrant spirit was evident in his love for dressing as a clown and riding motorcycles in parades. He was deeply committed to his community, often transporting children to Shriner's Hospital and maintaining the private road for his family and neighbors. His love for animals was profound, especially for his Boston Terrier, Baxter the Deuce, among other cherished pets that he owned in the past.
He leaves behind his beloved wife, Lorraine Lynn Marsh; son, Christopher Lynn Marsh; step-son, Terry Rich (Sabrina); step-daughters, Tamra Harmon and Melissa Watson; brother, Tim Martin (Kim); sister, Melissa Marsh; niece, Rachel Todd (Matthew); nephew, Robert Martin (Breianna); great-nieces, Layla Todd and Logan Martin; great-nephews, Paxton Martin and Matthew Thomas Todd; along with 15 grandchildren and step-grandchildren, many cousins whom he loved like brothers and sisters and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Johnnie Sue Earnest Marsh, infant daughter Margaret Mechelle, and son Darryl Eugene.
A visitation will be Friday evening July 05, 2024 from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at the Blount County/Cleveland Funeral Home, 17885 State Highway 160 Cleveland, Alabama 35049. Funeral Services will be Saturday at 11:00 am at the Blount County/Cleveland Funeral Home Chapel with Michael Partain officiating. Burial will follow at Marsh Cemetery in Locust Fork, Alabama. Blount County/Cleveland Funeral Home is assisting the family.