Dennis Edward Smith, 61, of Lenoir passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at Caldwell Memorial Hospital following a period of declining health.

Dennis was born July 12, 1962 in Lincoln County. He worked at Frosty Frez for over fourteen years and cherished his friends. Dennis had a big heart and would help anyone he could.

He is survived by his wife of thirty-one years, Tonya Edwards Smith; daughter, Holly Charlebois and husband Mathieu; grandchildren, Shelby, Leila, Keith, and Rhaena; and his beloved little dog, Angel.

A funeral service will be held on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Service with Pastor Jerry Lingerfelt officiating.

The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Service.

Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org

Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory in Valdese is assisting the family.