Dennis Franklin Smith Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Dennis Franklin Smith (Daleville, Virginia), born in Bristol, Tennessee, who passed away at the age of 43, on September 17, 2023. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his father Dennis Smith; and his uncles, Terry Lynn Smith and Jackie Smith. He is survived by: his mother Betty Jean Sourbeer Wood of Gate City, Virginia; his close friend Dee Jay Mathes of Buchanan; his daughter Katelin Dowell of Johnson City, Tennessee; his grandson Kayden Luka Courtney; and his siblings, Adam Smith of Bristol, Tennessee, Nicky Smith and Brittany Smith.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rader Funeral Home Inc

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September 21, 2023

Misty Arnold wrote a sympathy message

“I am so sorry for my niece Katelin Dowell I am here if you ever need anything, I couldn't imagine losing my father. I am sorry to his family and all of you will be in my prayers. Dennis back when him and my sister was together, I was 16 and we used to go stay with them and he was always welcoming of me and my twin. I am so sorry for your loss RIP Dennis”

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