John Marvin Smith Obituary

We bid farewell to John Marvin Smith of Claremont, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 28, 2026 at the age of 81. John Marvin touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Herbert Marvin Smith and Arline Crenshaw Smith; and his son Herbert Matthew Smith. He is survived by: his wife Patricia "Pat" Mingus Smith; his children, Jason Marvin Smith of Raleigh, David Brian Setzer (Gina) of Newton, Kelly Lee Setzer of Hickory and Beth Setzer Sims (Jody) of Conover; his sister Margaret Anna Smith McMann of Roxboro, NC; his nephew Jennings McMann III of Danville, VA; his great-nephew Will McMann IV of Blacksburg, VA.; and his grandchildren, Lilah Haskins Smith, Wyatt Matthew Smith, Cori E. Setzer, Megan S. Jorgensen, Austin R. Setzer, Ethan K. Sims and Bailey E. Sims.

Live streaming for this service is available at oneroom.com/In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Rd., Newton, NC 28658, Condolences may be sent to the Smith family at http://www.bennettfuneralservice.com.