Merlin (Ben) Smith's obituary , Passed away on July 8, 2024 in Scottsburg, Indiana

Merlin (Ben) Smith

September 8, 1935 - July 8, 2024 (88 years old)

Scottsburg, Indiana

Merlin (Ben) Smith's obituary , Passed away on July 8, 2024 in Scottsburg, Indiana

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Christensen Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services

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Merlin (Ben) Smith

September 8, 1935 - July 8, 2024 (88 years old)

Scottsburg, Indiana

Merlin Smith Obituary

The world bids farewell to Merlin Smith of Scottsburg, Indiana, born in Lexington, Indiana, departing on July 8, 2024 at the age of 88. Merlin leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Merlin Smith to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lowry Smith Sr. and Mildred Smith (Webber); and his wife Wanda Jean Smith (Kipp). He is survived by: his siblings, Lowry Smith Jr., Dean Smith, Charlie Smith, Bob Smith, Margaret Warren and Donna Cox; his daughters, Susie Smith of Scottsburg and Sandy "Sam" Smith of Scottsburg, Indiana.; his siblings, Dale Smith (Margie) of Georgetown, Kentucky. and Dorothy Horine; his sibling-in-law Lee Campbell of Sellersburg; his sisters, Mary Gorman (Tom) of Columbus and Mildred Thomas of Scottsburg, Indiana.; his grandchildren, Thomas Smith, Chad Baxter (Ariane), Abby Webber (Lance) and Margaret Buchanan; and his pet Bella.

Memorials may be directed to the Humane Society or Little York Cemetery.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Christensen Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services



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80 N 1st St, Scottsburg, IN 47170

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