Marian Fay was born October 21, 1943 in Pembroke, Georgia and made Jacksonville, Fl. her home for 70 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Ray Smith (2018); her grandson, Nicholas Cochran (2016); her sister, Loretto Eugenia Phelps (2017); and her brother, Haskel K. Burnsed (2012). Fay is survived by her son Edward Smith and daughter-in-law Unchin Smith, her daughter Debbie Cochran, granddaughter Jeanifer Schauerte; three great granddaughters; her sisters, Betty Waters Hall and Mary Margaret Hall; along with many nieces and nephews.
Fay was a devoted wife, a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Her quick wit and laughter filled the room, and her presence was enjoyed by everyone. Gardening, sewing, traveling, and creating her beautiful watercolor paintings were her passion. She also ran two successful businesses, a video store and upholstery shop.
Marian Fay will be missed here on earth but we'll enjoy the wonderful memories of fun times with a very special soul.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 1:00 PM at Hardage-Giddens Riverside Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32205. A funeral service will take place in the same location, beginning at 2:00 PM. A committal service will imediately follow the funeral at Riverside Memorial Park.
