Martha Smith, 75, of Eddyville, Passes Away

Longtime mail carrier and gardening enthusiast dies at hospice care center

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Martha 'Marcie' Jane Smith, a 75-year-old resident of Eddyville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah. Marcie was a retired mail carrier for the United States Post Office and was known for her love of gardening.

Why it matters

Marcie's passing marks the loss of a longtime community member and public servant in the small town of Eddyville. Her obituary highlights the importance of local institutions like the post office and the impact individuals can have through careers of dedicated public service.

The details

Marcie was born in Oak Park, Illinois on December 6, 1950, to Thomas and Lillian Downey Smyth. She moved to Eddyville 18 years ago after retiring from the U.S. Postal Service. Marcie was of the Christian faith and found great joy in gardening during her retirement.

  • Marcie passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
  • Marcie was born on December 6, 1950.

The players

Martha 'Marcie' Jane Smith

A 75-year-old resident of Eddyville, Kentucky who passed away on February 12, 2026. Marcie was a retired mail carrier for the United States Post Office and was known for her love of gardening.

William 'Bill' Carl Smith

Marcie's husband of 55 years.

William C. Smith, II

Marcie and Bill's son.

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The takeaway

Marcie's life and service as a mail carrier in Eddyville exemplifies the important role that local institutions and public servants play in small communities. Her passing is a loss felt by those who knew her and appreciated her dedication to her work and her community.