Martha Virginia "Marginny" Smith, aged 96, of Decatur, Georgia, passed away on
November 8, 2024, in Austell, Cobb County, Georgia at Presbyterian Village. Born on
May 26, 1928, Marginny was known for her exuberant personality and great sense of
humor, qualities that endeared her to many throughout her life.
Marginny experienced profound love in her lifetime, being a devoted daughter to her
parents, a devoted wife to Charlie Smith until his early passing, and later a devoted wife
to Henry Reaves. Her marriage to Henry was filled with decades of happiness and zest
during their later years, living at Philips Tower next to the Decatur Presbyterian Church
and walking every day to the small Kroger in the morning and CVS in the afternoon, with
the requisite lunch at Chick-Fil-A. Their union was celebrated and nourished in Decatur
Presbyterian Church, where they met in the New Members Class, were married, and
where Marginny served as a dedicated volunteer.
She is survived by her brother, Thomas; nephew, Bill Edmondson (Julie); niece,
Dyanne; and their extended families. Marginny was predeceased by her parents, Ira
and Vivian Clark, and her sister, Barbara.
A graveside memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, November 18, at Melwood Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest alongside both Charlie and Henry.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be directed to Decatur Presbyterian Church, in
recognition of Marginny's many years of faithful service as a volunteer in both the office
and choir. Her legacy of joy and devoted loyalty will be remembered by all who knew
her.
Monday, November 18, 2024
2:00 - 2:30 pm (Eastern time)
Melwood Cemetery
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