John Samuel Marshall, III

John Samuel Marshall, III of Mobile, AL passed away on March 22, 2026, after a brief illness. Born on December 18,1947, he was the son of John Samuel Marshall Jr. and Marion Bancroft Marshall.

John found purpose in life through serving others. He was a dedicated licensed counselor who founded Marshall Counseling Associates serving the community of Mobile. He was a past president of the Jaycees. One of the tastiest ways he served others was by baking the well-loved “Marshall’s Biscuits” at the Electric Maid Bakery. John served his country as a member of the 7th Cavalry in Korea during the Vietnam War.

He graduated from Murphy High School. John completed his undergraduate education at Mobile University.  He obtained a master’s degree in counseling at the University of South Alabama.

John was a devoted lifelong member of the Episcopal Church. His devotion to his faith was demonstrated by serving in many capacities, for example, vestry member.

He was known for his love of family and friends. He was especially fond of Mardi Gras, Alabama football, and sailing. His fondness for Mardi Gras was exemplified when he was emblem for his mystic organization.

John’s memory will be forever cherished by his loving wife, Frances Demeranville Marshall, and his children: Bryan Lowry (Kaoru), Alexandra Marshall Newell (Kevin), John Samuel Marshall IV, Druhan Howell (Patrick), and daughter-in-law Jennifer Holcombe Marshall. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Luchsinger Stuart (Roxanne), Eliza Jane Stuart Hutchison (Toby), Claire Stuart Starkey (Lane), Madison Marshall, Lee Marshall, and Patrick Howell III; and two great grandsons, Charles Stuart and Casey Starkey. He was survived by his sister Connie Keister and his nephew, James Keister, and many other great nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Laurie Alice Marshall, and his son, George Bancroft Marshall.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Mobile, Alabama in the Little Church at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 28, 2026. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Paul’s Church.

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