Clifford E. Smith, 78

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Clifford E. Smith, 78,  of Girard, died Monday, April 16, 2018, at Memorial Medical Center  in Springfield, surrounded by his loving family.

Funeral services were held  Friday, April 20, at Calvert & Ferry Funeral Home in Girard, with the Rev. John Huxtable officiating. Burial was held in Girard Cemetery in Girard.

Mr. Smith was born Nov. 26, 1939, in Girard, a son of George and Beaulah (Kellem) Smith. He married Marcia K. Hart on Nov. 26, 1957, in Ft. Madison, IA, and she survives.

A graduate of Girard High School in Girard, he formerly owned and operated Girard Chrysler, Plymouth and Dodge Auto dealership and CSC Motor Co. in Girard.

 He and his daughter, Sheila raised and showed American Quarter horses. He was a die-hard Cub fan and enjoyed spending time outdoors with his family and friends.

Mr. Smith is survived by a daughter, Sheila K. (Gary) Hoskins of Girard; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Doris Johnson of Harvel and Sharon (Gary) Sumpter of Petersburg; a brother, Gary (Glenda) Smith of Girard; several nieces and nephews; and his faithful and loving dog, Ellie.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sons, Scott and Barry Smith;  brothers, Ronald and Ed Smith; and a sister, Eva Rucker.

Memorials may be made to the Girard Fire and Rescue Squad in Girard or donor’s choice.

Online condolences may be left at www.calvert-ferryfuneralhomes.com.