A former Walnutport and Lehighton resident was killed late Monday night in South Carolina after a motorcycle crash.

Gary Donald Marshall, 45, of Grover, North Carolina, was traveling on Interstate 85 when his 2003 Honda motorcycle struck the back of a 2003 Ford pickup hauling a trailer, according to police.Investigators said the trailer did not have lights. Marshall, who was wearing a helmet, was traveling at a high rate of speed, they said.According to his obituary, Marshall formerly owned and operated Marshall's Market in Lehighton and was working as a crew member for Harry Scott Racing in the NASCAR circuit at the time of his death."Gary was part of the HScott family and it's a loss for all of us," said team owner Harry Scott Jr. "This is a very sad day for us and for Gary's family. We ask that you please keep them in your hearts and prayers during this time."He was a life member of Lehigh Fire Company No. 1, Lehighton, and a social member of The Andreas Sporting Club.Marshall moved to the Carolinas to pursue his dream of NASCAR involvement. He worked as a fireman, gas man, tire specialist and tire changer and formerly worked for the Robby Gordon Racing Team. His latest assignment was as a crew member to Justin Allgaier."Gary was a good friend of mine and will very much be missed," said competition director and crew chief Steve Addington. "I hired Gary, who was always a team player and I was proud of the work he did. My deepest condolences go out to his family and friends."Funeral services will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. at the Ovsak Funeral Home, 190 S. Fourth St., Lehighton, with the Rev. Nancy L. Moore officiating. Calling hours are 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday and 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Monday at the funeral home.