Marsha Hancock Smith July 22, 1946 – September 20, 2026

Marsha Hancock Smith passed away on September 20, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories, enduring friendships, and a family she loved deeply.

Marsha was born on July 22, 1946, to Margaret and Richard “Cappy” Hancock. She grew up in Veedersburg, Indiana, a community that remained close to her heart throughout her life. Marsha was a proud graduate of Veedersburg High School and treasured her years as a Green Devil. She was a cheerleader and drummer in the school band, and she often spoke fondly of her classmates, describing the special bond they shared as being much like a family.

One of the most important places in Marsha’s life was the Fountain County 4-H Fair. It was there that she met the love of her life, Curtis Smith. Their shared connection to 4-H, agriculture, and the close-knit community surrounding the fair would remain meaningful to them throughout their lives.

Marsha and Curtis were married on December 10, 1967, beginning a marriage filled with family, farming, animals, travel, laughter, and countless adventures together. They were blessed with two sons, Patrick and Chad, and built their life together on the family farm in Kingman, Indiana.

Life on the farm was rarely dull. Marsha and Curtis embraced the joys, challenges, and adventures that came with raising a family in the country. They loved animals and, for more than 20 years, raised and bred Labrador Retrievers. Marsha also enjoyed watching Patrick head out on his hunting and trapping adventures, and springtime brought the family together for mushroom hunts and time spent outdoors.

Marsha was a talented beautician whose work became another way for her to connect with people. Early in her career, she operated a beauty salon in Plainfield, Indiana. Later, she opened Marsha’s Country Beauty Shop right on the family farm in Kingman. On a typical Friday, a line of cars could be seen outside as women arrived to have their hair done, visit with friends, catch up on the latest news, and enjoy Marsha’s company.

Her beauty shop became much more than a place for haircuts—it was a gathering place filled with conversation, friendship, and laughter. During Chad’s senior year of high school, Marsha even became the unofficial barber for the boys’ basketball team and coaches, making sure everyone was looking sharp.

As the years passed and retirement arrived, Marsha and Curtis traded some of Indiana’s cold winter days for the Florida sunshine, becoming enthusiastic “snowbirds.” Florida opened another chapter of adventures for them. They became frequent visitors to Walt Disney World, where they made countless memories walking through the parks and enjoying everything Disney had to offer. They also loved dinners and outings in Celebration and Haines City.

Perhaps most importantly, Florida became another place where they could enjoy the company of friends. Visitors were always welcome, stories were plentiful, and laughter seemed to follow Marsha and Curtis wherever they went. Those trips created memories that family and friends would continue talking about long after everyone returned home to Indiana.

Above all else, Marsha loved her family. She was a great encourager and always talked about moving forward, trusting your faith and staying true to the great values of life. Her family was her bedrock.

She was a devoted mother to her sons, Patrick (Amy) Smith of Veedersburg and Chad (Lara) Smith of Pittsboro. She was also a loving and proud grandmother to Caleb, Collin, Emory, Chandler, and Everly Smith of Pittsboro, Indiana, and Dakota Smith and Allie Hart of Texas. Her grandchildren brought tremendous joy to her life, and being their grandmother was among the roles she treasured most.

Marsha was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Curtis; her parents, Margaret and Richard “Cappy” Hancock; and her aunt, Dorothy Dice. Dorothy held an especially important place in Marsha’s life and was much more than an aunt—she was like a second mother to Marsha and an important part of the entire family.

Marsha’s life was filled with the things that mattered most to her: faith, family, friendship, community, animals, the farm, 4-H, travel, and plenty of laughter. From her days as a Veedersburg Green Devil, to busy Fridays in her country beauty shop, to life on the Kingman farm, mushroom hunts, Labrador puppies, Florida winters, and adventures through Disney parks, Marsha collected a lifetime of stories.

Those stories—and the love behind them—will continue to be shared by the family and friends who knew and loved her. Pray and trust your faith, keep your family close and laugh often with your friends.

Visitation with 11:00 AM-1:00 PM Thursday, October 1, 2026 at Family and Friends Funeral Home of Wingate with services at 1:00 PM with family officiating. Burial will follow at Rockfield Cemetery.  Visit us at www.familyandfriendsfh.com to sign the guest book or share a condolence.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Fountain County 4-H Fair, an organization and community that held a special place in Marsha’s heart throughout her life.Checks may be made payable to: Fountain County 4-H Council; 301 4th Street, Covington, IN 47932