Neil William Smith

Smith: Neil William, 97, of Homewood at Martinsburg (formerly of Davidsville), died November 28, 2023, at Homewood at Martinsburg.  Neil was born June 10, 1926, in Johnstown, the son of Neil and Margaret Elizabeth (Cramer) Smith.  He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Betty. He is survived by his wife of 73 years Audrey Jane (Cobaugh) Smith, his loving daughter Patricia married to Mark of NC, and his loving grandchildren: Ryan of PA, Caitlin of NC, and Brendan of Washington DC.  He was also the great-grandfather to two great-granddaughters, Sophia and Alexis. Neil was a long-standing member of First United Methodist Church in Johnstown where he served as chairman of many committees.  He retired from the Drug House in Ferndale as a manager.  In his retirement, he enjoyed wood working and made many solid wood items that his family now enjoys.  Neil was a proud World War II Navy veteran. He served on a minesweeper, the USS Recruit, in the Pacific Theatre. A private entombment will be at the Grandview Mausoleum and a Celebration of Life service will be held 10 A.M. March 30 in the  Bice Memorial Chapel at Homewood at Martinsburg.  To leave condolences for the family, please visit www.georgemasonfuneralhome.com

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