of Greenbrier, AR
January 8, 1948 - December 3, 2022
Denny R. Smith, 74, of Greenbrier, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, December 3, 2022. He was born January 8, 1948 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Raymond and Jaunita Smith. Denny grew up in ICO Community and attended Sheridan High School. He was a barber, served in the U.S. Army from 1968-1970, retired from Union Pacific Railroad after 26 years. He loved drag racing and PBR, but enjoyed mowing yards and took pride in his farm. Denny wasn't comfortable in crowds, but he will be remembered for his story telling at family reunions, church functions or anytime he could visit one on one.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Vernon Smith and brother-in-law, Larry Phillips.
Denny is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Nancy Genene (Phillips) Smith; daughter, Tanya Smith of Cabot; grandson, Mathew Wildhaber of North Little Rock; step-mother, Gracie Robertson Smith of Okalona; step-brother, Tom (Rebecca) Robertson of Okalona; step-sister, Elizabeth Robertson of Okalona; brother-in-law, Donald (Sharon) Phillips of Rosebud; two sister-in-laws, Pat (Larry) Phillips of Greenbrier and Deborah (Boyd) Osborne of Russellville and a host of nieces, nephews, friends, cousins, neighbors and church family at Centerville United Methodist Church.
Memorial Service will be Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at 2:00pm at Centerville United Methodist Church in Greenbrier with Visitation one hour prior at 1:00pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Centerville UMC, PO Box 1216, Greenbrier, AR 72058.
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37 Condolence(s)
Donna conway
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
I'm so sorry to hear about Denny's passing. I know you will miss him he was such a good man. My prayers are with you and your family. Love and peace
Your friend Donna Conway
Shelia Hines
Thursday, December 8, 2022
Every time I think of Denny, he’s smiling. I loved his smile. My heart and prayers are with you now. I hope you find peace in the days to come remembering his smile, too. â¤ï¸
Janét Bowerman
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
My condolences for your family’s loss! Prayers for comfort. He sounds like a wonderful man and I am sure he’ll be missed by many 💜
Meaghan Brezzell
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Prayers for the family. Mr. Denny was such a blessing to know and will be greatly missed! â¤
Alana and T J Shaw
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
So sorry for the loss of this great neighbor and friend. Always enjoyed seeing Denny and Genene any time .hope he finds peace in heaven as he will be missed on earth. Bless you Genene . Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Hope to see you soon.
Melina
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
As far back as I can remember Denny and Genene have been apart of my Arkansas memories, and In every memory it’s always smiles, love and great conversations. Prays to Genene the family and community Denny was truly loved and appreciated. I know the Texas bunch is gonna miss him dearly! Lots of love
Robert and Linda Webb
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
My heart is so broken at the loss of my sweet and precious cousin. He meant the world to us, as does Genene, and Tanya. My childhood is filled with such great memories of him, Vernon, Nadine, and Richard. I am so happy we were such good friends also and could share such wonderful times at each others house playing cards, being silly, and just enjoying each other and our kids. All the lake trips skiing, swimming, and staying on an island having fun and making memories with our kids are so precious to us. We love you Denny and know we will see you before long. Give my mom, dad, Raymond, and Nita a big hug from me. Genene, Tanya,, and Matt you had a wonderful husband, father, and PaDenny who loved y’all so much. He was always so giving of his time to so many. If you needed something Denny and Genene were always there. You have always been a wonderful couple that so many people admired. We love you Genene, Tanya, and Matt and are fervently praying for peace and comfort to help ease the pain of your great loss.â¤ï¸
Jim and Kim DeCorte
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Jim and I send our heartfelt condolences. We will miss seeing Mr. Smith driving his side-by-side or his tractor between his house and the church. He always had a big smile and a big wave.
Praying for the peace and comfort of our Lord for the Smith family.
Robert Clark
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Sorry to hear of Denny’s passing. I send a heart felt condolence all of the family.
I have many great memories of a childhood friend and all the things we had fun
times doing. Rest in piece.
John & Kendra Smith and Fannie Mitchell
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Our hearts are heavy hearing of your loss. Denny was loved by and special to our family. Genene, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers knowing God our Father is the only one that can truly comfort and help you through your grief. Thanking God for His promise that you will see Denny again. â¤ï¸ðŸ™ Much love to you today and in the days to come. John, Kendra, and Fannie
Phil & Liz Thompson
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Liz and I send our love to Denny's family and friends who are in the midst of grieving the loss of one so precious and beloved by them. Though we did not know Denny personally, we are very close friends with Don and Sharon and family. Through them, we have learned what a wonderful person Denny was, and how much he will be missed by each and every one who knew and loved him. May the grace of God, the love of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the comfort of the Holy Spirit be with each of you. May your hearts be filled with peace that passes all understanding. May you rest assured in the hope of the resurrection. As you mourn Denny's passing, may you be comforted in the knowledge of your reunion with him at the coming of Jesus Christ.
TERRI BARRETT
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Thoughts and prayers to the family. Rest in Peace Denny , you will be missed .ðŸ™ðŸ™â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Robert Hanson
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Loved Denny and enjoyed working with him.
I was saddened to hear of his passing
Rick Mozeko
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
I am deeply saddened by Uncle Denny’s passing. You will be missed! My deepest condolences and prayers for Aunt Genene, Tanya, Matt and the family. May God grant you peace.
Audrey & Clay Smith
Monday, December 5, 2022
Clay and I were so sad to hear the news of Denny’s passing. We loved him not only because he was our relative but how he loved Dad and how he would take time to drive from Greenbrier to Sheridan to cut Dad’s hair along with his beautiful wife. That meant a lot to us. He also delivered some of his Dad’s donkeys to our farm as a gift to Clay when his own dad passed. He was quite the jokester and we will miss him.
Our hearts hurt for you girls and Matt because he was your everything. I know Smitty and Uncle Raymond and the rest of the family were happy to see him. May God hold you close and let you feel his love.
RIL my sweet friend till we meet again.
Melody Adams
Monday, December 5, 2022
Tanya, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I will be praying for you, Mat, your mother, and all of your family. Love you.
Jeff and Erin Shaw
Monday, December 5, 2022
From Jeff- This quote from my favorite book and movie reminds me of how Denny was: quote on a tombstone-
Josh Deets served with me for30 years . Fought in 21 engagements with the Comanche and Kiowa. Cheerful in all weathers.,never shirked a task. Splendid behavior. Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry
Katie Keeton
Monday, December 5, 2022
Genene, so sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you and your family
Stephanie Davis
Monday, December 5, 2022
Anthony, Blakely, and I are so saddened to hear of Mr. Denny's passing. We sure thought a lot of him. Our hearts are broken for you, Mrs. Genene. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Lawhon
Monday, December 5, 2022
Heart and prayers are with you all.
Ally and Zane Ferguson
Monday, December 5, 2022
Dennys was an absolute joy to be around and we are blessed to have known him. Praying for all y'all during this time.
Rick & Shelly Everett
Monday, December 5, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Denny was a great guy and will be missed by many. Love you all!
Amanda Cerra
Monday, December 5, 2022
I love you all.
Norman & Pat Clark
Monday, December 5, 2022
Sympathy and Condolences to all the Family, Norman has lots of memories from their childhood together and years since then. Keeping you all in our Thoughts and Prayers!!
Bruce Galloway
Monday, December 5, 2022
So sorry to hear this . Denny was a great guy,I worked with him at the UPRR . He was always fun to be around, I know he will be missed by many . Rest In Peace !
Bonnie Troutman
Sunday, December 4, 2022
Tanya, I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers.
Alan wildhaber
Sunday, December 4, 2022
Rest in peace Pop.
I'll see you on the other side . Prayers for the family
Jim Ruple
Sunday, December 4, 2022
Sorry for your loss. Denny was a good man and fun to be around and to work with.
Lana Gartner
Sunday, December 4, 2022
Genene, my heart aches for you my sweet friend. You know how much i adored Denny. he will be so missed. Love you dear friend
Kyle and Madison Hilliard
Sunday, December 4, 2022
Kyle and I are Tanya's neighbors. We have had the privilege of meeting and spending time with Mr. Denny when he comes to mow and he REALLY LOVES TO MOW! He was always so thoughtful and kind. He even wanted to mow our yard due to our mower being broken for a while. Such a sweet man he will be missed.
Mary Ann Aeilts
Sunday, December 4, 2022
So very sorry for your loss. Keeping you and yours in my thoughts and prayers
Carrie Ayers
Sunday, December 4, 2022
My deepest sympathies and warmest prayers for your loss. Tanya, you know if you need anything, I’m only a phone call away.
Judy nuckolls
Sunday, December 4, 2022
Prayers for you and your family.
Sandra Wells
Sunday, December 4, 2022
So sorry for your loss
Jackie masterson
Sunday, December 4, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with you all I've heard alot of good things about him and I know he will be missed greatly . Love you guys and I'm so very very sorry
Donna Ann Donaldson
Sunday, December 4, 2022
Prayers for the entire family during this loss. May God bless you the many wonderful memories you have of times together. I hope God will give you peace and let ou feel his love surround you.
Roy & Shirley Marple