Goethe "Jake" Wilkins Marsh III, 77, of Mooresville passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 29, 2024. He was born on December 20, 1946, in Wilson, NC to the late Goethe Wilkins Marsh II and Margaret Daniel Marsh.

Jake enjoyed shooting, scuba diving and was very passionate about flying and boating. He was extremely detail oriented, giving, generous, and witty. He never met a stranger and had an infectious smile. He loved his family and will be greatly missed.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son, Jack.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Britt Dillon Marsh; sons, Nathan Marsh (Laura), Butch Marsh (Nancy); stepdaughter, McKenzie Wilson; sister, Louise Pariser; grandson, Benjamin "Benny" Marsh and a multitude of friends and family.

The family will hold a private celebration of life.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to ALS Association of NC www.als.org ;

Paralyzed Veterans of America www.pva.org.

Cavin-Cook Funeral Home, Mooresville is proudly serving the Marsh family.

Condolences may be made to the family at www.cavin-cook.com.

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Published by The Wilson Times from Aug. 29 to Sep. 4, 2024.

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Kathy M Harmon

September 4, 2024

I am so sorry to hear of Jake´s passing. He was a wonderful man! I got to know him through my mom, Jeanette McGinn, who worked for Jake at DRD for over 30 years. He was so good to her, and all of his employees! Please know your family is in my prayers during this hard time. Rest in Peace, Jake!

ANN & JC YORK

September 3, 2024

NATHAN, BUTCH AND FAMILY,
WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF JAKE'S PASSING. IT WAS AN HONOR TO HAVE KNOWN HIM AND TO WORK FOR HIM AT DEEP RIVER. WE KNEW EACH OTHER FOR MANY YEARS. WE ARE KEEPING ALL OF YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.

Robert J. Manuel

September 2, 2024

Jake was a great friend. I loved him like a brother. We had a great business relationship. He has been fighting for his life for years. In his fight he found eternal life. God bless his soul. You won't be forgotten.
Bob Manuel

Cathy Patrick

August 30, 2024

Britt, Nathan, Butch I'm sorry for your loss. I worked for Jake for over 30 years and he was one of the sweetest, selfless, and most generous person I have ever known. All of you were very blessed as was I to have him in your life. I know he was so proud of you. All of you will be in my prayers.

Edie Stokes

August 30, 2024

Many fond memories with Jakie at Topsail Island, deb parties, and trip to the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Our sympathy goes to the family and friends.

Edie & Steve Stokes

Martha Gold

August 30, 2024

My grandmother, Clara Daniel and Jake´s grandfather, Nathaniel Daniel were brother and sister and had summer houses on Harbor Island next door to each other. My brother Alex and I but little sand crabs in Jake´s ski boat. We were in so much trouble. Growing up with Jake as a cousin was so much fun! Jakie as he was affectionately known lived life to the fullest. He was definitely the most daring skier at Wrightsville Beach.
After serving in Vietnam and attending NC State, he started Deep River Dyeing Company with my father Mac Gold. Jake and Mac worked together until Mac´s death.
Jake is a part of my family´s history. He was an integral part of the success of Deep River Dyeing Company. Jake will be missed by so many. My condolences to Butch and Nathan.
Martha Gold

James Camp

August 30, 2024

Jake was like a big brother I never had. Jake was in my wedding 44 years ago. My dad thought there was no one like Jake. I will miss you brother. Rest in peace my friend.

Dana Millikan

August 29, 2024

Nathan and family, I am thinking of you during this time. I don´t have the right words, as they are hard to find in times of loss. Please know that I hold you in my heart as you walk through this. Jake was a unique and kind man that the Randleman community was so lucky to have. He always let me "work" for him when I came to Deep River with my mom after school by addressing and stamping envelopes. I always joked that my first job was in fifth grade!

Dana (Patrick) Millikan

Beverly Aycock

August 29, 2024

I remember Jake vividly, my step-father worked for his Dad. I can still see him skiing barefoot & giving me the signal to toss him a drink. He caught it 100% of the time and could open it l, drink it & never miss a beat.
Although I haven´t seen him in many, many years I remember him to be a great person. I´ll always remember him.
Please accept my deepest condolences.

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