Merrill Smith "Smitty"

Died: Wed., Apr. 10, 2013


Visitation

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Wed., Apr. 17, 2013
Location: West Alexandria Location


Graveside Service

10:00 AM Thu., Apr. 18, 2013
Location: Fairview Cemetery


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SMITH,  Merrill "Smitty", age 89 of Eaton, OH. died April 10, 2013 in Atlanta, GA.  Mr. Smith was born in Delaware, OH. on May 20, 1923 to Ferres and Iona Grace (McMaster) Smith.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Zenita Alice in 2002 and his son-in-law, Michael Kabealo in 2012.  He is survived by his daughter, Alison Grace Kabealo of Atlanta, Ga., his grandchildren, Erin Grace Walton, Atlanta, GA., Nicole Schlicher (Travis), Atlanta GA., and Mike Kabealo (Kellee), Summerville, SC, his great grandchildren, Presley Woodham, Ava Kabealo, Harper Kabealo, Lindy Kabealo, Vaughn Kabealo, his friend and companion Joanie Tressler, and many other relatives and friends.  Mr. Smith had a life long career in the government, law enforcement and in the private investigation industry.  He was a Army veteran of both WWII and the Korean War and served in the Counter Intelligence Corps (CIC) for the army.  He was a avid fan of harness horse racing and was an owner and breeder of Standardbred horses for many years.  Mr. Smith was a member of the Grand Lodge of Michigan, F&AM.  Smitty will be remembered by his family and friends for his great sense of humor and telling it like it truly was.  He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend.  Visitation will be held on Wed., April 17, 2013 from 6-8PM at Lindloff-Zimmerman Funeral Home in West Alexandria, OH.  Burial will be 10:00 A.M. Thurs. in Fairview Cemetery, West Alexandria, OH.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Standardbred Adoption Program at www.4thehorses.com.  For condolences: www.lindloffzimmerman.com

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Chris
   Posted Fri April 12, 2013
You reminded me so much of my own grandpa. I am glad I got to know you and spend the time with you that I was able. You have a beautiful little granddaughter that will hear the stories and see the pictures of your time together.

Until we meet again.

- Chris


Larry & Jean Dawson
   Posted Mon April 15, 2013
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. He is free of pain and at rest. May all his great memories help ease the pain in his loss. Larry and Jean Dawson

Lisa Settles
   Posted Tue April 16, 2013
Your family is in my prayers during this difficult time.

Alvera Conyerfs
   Posted Tue April 16, 2013
(Revelation 21:4) And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.”

Katie Stamper
   Posted Wed April 17, 2013
Alison, Erin, and Family,
You have been in my thoughts and on my heart through this difficult time. I have always enjoyed hearing stories about this tenacious man and will look forward to hearing many more. May you find comfort in sharing your memories and celebrating the full life of an amazing man!

Love you all!!

Katie

Grant and Shirley Taylor
   Posted Wed April 17, 2013
OUR SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO ALL YOUR FAMILY.

JOHN TAYLOR AND FAMILY
   Posted Wed April 17, 2013
SYMPATHY TO ALL FAMILY MEMBERS.

Karen Denman Uhl
   Posted Sat April 20, 2013
Allison
So sorry to hear about your Dad. All of the McMaster cousins who grew up together are now gone. I remember Merrill coming to Grandma Hazel's to hunt pheasant when I was a kid. As you know we lost Mom is August of last year so I have an idea of how you feel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Karen Sue

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