of LaGrange, AR

May 14, 1944 - January 5, 2023

Virgil Lee Smith departed his earthly home on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at the age of 78.

Virgil is preceded in death by his father, T.E. Smith; mother, Rosie Mae Smith; brothers, Douglas, Thomas, Dale and Vernon Smith and son, Billy Lee Smith Sr. Virgil is survived by his son, Greg Smith (Tracy) of Marianna, Arkansas; two daughters, Laura Stanton (Robert) of Tunica, Mississippi and Tammy Hart of West Helena, Arkansas; Brothers, Arlin and James (Doodle-Bug)Smith; sisters, Katherine Davis, Neacy Helton, Brenda Reyna (Robert); grandsons, Chad Fowler (Brandy), Billy Smith Jr. (Indigo), Jamie Hart, Todd Hart, Josh Smith (Jessica), Jacob Smith (Hilary); granddaughters, Robbie Stanton, Brandy Jenkins (David), Brooke Ross (Charles), Summer Cloninger (Johnathan), Amy Gregory (Tripp) and Jessea Smith (TJ). He is also survived by a loving host of nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren and many friends.

Virgil was a loving father, friend and papaw to many. He loved growing his garden and waiting for his muscadines to ripen. In his down time he loved hunting, fishing and most especially raising hell. A "Character" would be an understatement. He will be missed by many.

Services will be held Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at 1:00 P.M. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in Marianna, Arkansas with Brother Tracy Wilson officiating. Visitation will be held Monday, January 9, 2023 from 6:00-8:00 also at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Burial will follow services at LaGrange Cemetery in LaGrange, Arkansas.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
621 West Chestnut Street
Marianna, AR  72360
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com