Mark Lyndell Smith was born July 10, 1965, to C.A. and Peggy Smith in El Dorado Springs, Missouri. He was the youngest of three children. Family meant so much to Mark from his beginning years throughout his life.
His early life and education was in Weaubleau, Missouri, where his father farmed and their family operated Smith’s Restaurant. During his high school years he was active in basketball and baseball, earning multiple high school records. When he wasn’t on a court or field, you would find him fishing, hunting, or helping at the restaurant.
Upon graduation he attended Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar and pursued his love of baseball. After his short time at the college he landed a job with Anderson Parks Wholesaler and became the regions’ most liked candy salesman. Although he thoroughly enjoyed his time in the customer service industry with Anderson Parks, his heart was always with his family at their business in Collins.
On March 7, 1997, he was united in marriage to Angie Price. They made their home in Collins where she was faculty at SBU and he pursued his dream of building his own restaurant. The family moved to Bolivar in 2004 and shortly after opened the Smith’s Restaurant Bolivar location in honor of his mom and dad. If you know Mark, you know he poured his heart and soul into the business, his customers and his employees. He treated everyone like family.
Mark and Angie were blessed with five children during their marriage. As a community, their strength and love for their children was evident. Their daughter, Cali, and son, Canyun, were only with them for a short time, but their lives touched many. Mark showered Shae, Easton and River with love and he adored his family. He made that known and would do anything for his family.
Mark also loved classic cars, playing golf, hunting, fishing and let’s not forget those poker games. He will be remembered for his contagious smile and his giving heart. All you had to do was ask and he would be there or give you what you needed. As his kids referred to him, he was a great big teddy bear.
Mark went to be with His Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 20, 2022. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Cali, and Son, Canyun. He is survived by his wife, Angie Smith, and three children, Shae , Easton and River, of Bolivar, Missouri; parents, C.A. and Peggy Smith of Collins, Missouri; brothers and family, Randy Smith and wife Beverly of Collins, Missouri, and Leland Smith and wife Gayla of Collins, Missouri; as well as many other relatives and friends.
12 Condolences for Smith, Mark L.
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Jerry & Beverly Burwell says
August 21, 2022 at 1:02 pmJerry and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mark. He was a great person and
A very hard worker. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Smith family.
Kurt Tennant says
August 22, 2022 at 8:40 amMy thoughts are with the Smith Family, I have known you all for many many years and have lots of great memories. Prayers and thoughts for you all. Rest in Peace Mark and God Bless you.
Tonya Peterie Wise says
August 22, 2022 at 10:29 amJust so heartbroken by this loss. We will miss you Mark Smith!
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family!
Jerry And Joetta Miller says
August 22, 2022 at 5:07 pmReally heartbroken over the loss of a great friend. We will miss your kindness and positive humous attitude. Our thoughts and prayers to the family! Love you Mark and may you Rest In Peace!
Darrell and Theresa Daniels says
August 22, 2022 at 11:59 amOur thoughts and prayers are with all Smith’s family at this time
Cathy Phil Braden says
August 22, 2022 at 6:41 pmPrayers with the family rest in peace Mark. Phil and Cathy Braden
Deidra Ritchhart says
August 22, 2022 at 6:47 pmI am so sorry for your loss.
Dee Seibert says
August 23, 2022 at 7:59 pmMark was truly a good guy. Enjoyed dining at Smith’s in Bolivar. Best French Toast I’ve ever had. My heart is sad for his family, friends and the community he loved dearly. Dee Seibert
Ray and Glenda Gipson says
August 23, 2022 at 8:28 pmWe are so Sorry for the loss of a great man Mark never met a stranger . We are sending our prayers
Dick & Sharleen Hobson says
August 24, 2022 at 1:23 pmSo very sorry for your loss. He was such a nice guy and really hard worker.
Mike and Krista Wilson says
August 24, 2022 at 5:11 pmPrayers for the family. Mark will be truly missed.
Dorothy Lean says
August 25, 2022 at 6:30 amMy heart goes out to the Smith family as I have know you all my life. I am sorry I could not be there, but believe me my heart was there. It was always a party when I would see Mark, talking about ole times, cracking jokes and we would laugh and laugh. He will be missed dearly. Hugs and prayers to you all.
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