Smitty’s Grocery has been an Effingham County landmark since the 1960s, but the structure was originally one of two wings of the late-19th-century Richard Cuyler house. In 1947 both wings were relocated to nearby sites for use as rental properties. Smitty and Patrice Johnson began operating the store in the 1960s. The store has been a set location in several Hollywood productions, including: Now and Then (1995); Wild America (1997); and Claudine’s Return (1997).
I remember stopping at Mr. Smitty’s everyday either going to or from high school in the mid-late 80’s. Mr. Smitty and Patrice were so nice. Mr. Smitty at one times lived a couple houses down from the store, if you were to stand facing the store, there is a brick house that is 2 or 3 houses down from the store, there used to be cows by the house. Thats where he was living. Lots of memories there.
Melissa
i rember being around 9-10 years old taking bottles to da store for some money! and goin and talking to mrs patrice johnson
Thanks for sharing, Mark!
I cant even tell you how many times I have had a ice cold Coke while sitting on this porch. I used to know Mr. Smitty well and think he lived in a house close to the store. I do believe the store belonged to my grandparents at one point. There is quite a bit of history with the homes in Marlow.
How can I find and / or contact the owner of Smitty’s grocery store here in
Marlow , Ga
Ralph
772 – 3600