William R. Smith, 83, of Marshall, IL passed away Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021 at his home following an extended illness. He retired as a machinist for J.I. Case. He was born Oct. 3, 1938 at Marshall, IL, the son of Lee and Inez Chapman Smith. He married Wanda Watters on May 9, 1964 at the Christian Church at Casey, IL. Surviving are his wife, Wanda; three children, Richard Lee Smith, Carrie Ann (Jeff) Lewis and Robby Joe Smith all of Marshall, IL; two grandchildren, Jessica Lewis and Justin Lewis; a brother, Walter (Sarah) Smith of Lady Lake, IL and Betty (Jerry) White of Champaign, IL, Catherine (Billie Ray) Ulrey of Marshall, IL and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert L. Smith and Raymond LeRoy Smith. He was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of the Clarksville Baptist Church. When health permitted he would always be seen at Marshall schools sporting events. Public graveside services will be 11:00 AM Monday at the Clarksville Cemetery with Rex Goble and Billie Ray Ulrey officiating. Visitation will be private. It is requested that instead of flowers that those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Marshall Sports Boosters or to the Clarksville Baptist Church. Online condolences are being accepted at pearcefuneralservices.com.