Edward W. Smith

Edward William Smith, 69, of Tuscarawas passed away November 25th in his home under hospice care.

Ed was the son of Adran and Marilyn (Beckett) Smith.

He is survived by his wife Lois (Long) Smith of 42 years. His son Charlie,(Lisa Gardina) and daughter Shelly (Joe) Snyder, brother Fred (Jackie) Smith, sister Maurita Menapace, nephews Chris (Bridgette) Menapace, Kevin (Anita Rothacher) Menapace, and Fredrick (Rhonda) Smith, ten grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.

Ed provided service for the community as owner and operator of Smith Exterminating for 40 years. He was well known for his love for baseball, and served as a player, coach, and even commissioner in Tuscarawas County Class A league. Ed also had the honor of being inducted in The Tuscarawas County Cy Young Hall of Fame. He loved hunting, fishing, the steelers, and was known for a great sense of humor.

Ed was preceded in death by his parents, and a son, Carl Crawford Jr.
In keeping with Ed’s wishes, cremation has taken place and private graveside service will be held at a later date. The Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory at New Philadelphia is handling arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be directed to GoFundMe: https://gf.me/u/zap2q5.