George Lee Smith, 91, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 15, 2026. He was born on June 15, 1935, in Finch, Arkansas.

George will be remembered as a man who loved to stay busy and was always tinkering. He enjoyed sports, especially baseball and softball. George was a devoted fan of the St. Louis Cardinals and loved to spend his free time watching the team play. He also enjoyed hunting, particularly deer and coon. Above all, he loved spending time with his family. George was also a member of Faith Fellowship Church, a connection that was an important part of his life.

He is survived by the love of his life who he married on March 14, 1958, Eva Smith; his son, Keith Smith (Robin); and his daughter, Sherry Keasler (James). He is also survived by his brother, Doris Mack Smith, his sister, Earline Boling; grandchildren, Shane Mitchell (Rachel), Josh Mitchell (Hannah), Candace McIntire (Allen), Jordan Smith, and Seth Smith (Rachel). He is further survived by his great-grandchildren, Zach Mitchell, Austin Mitchell, Madison Mitchell, Rylee Mitchell, Brynlee Mitchell, Jaxson Mitchell, McKenna McIntire, and Graham Smith. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Hill and Adella Smith; as well as 12 brothers and sisters.

Visitation will be held on October 19, 2026, from 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM at Phillips Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 3:00 PM at Phillips Funeral Home with Kevin Edgar officiating. Burial will follow at Finch cemetery.

Shane Mitchell, Zach Mitchell, Josh Mitchell, Jordan Smith, Seth Smith, and Jaxson Mitchell will serve as pallbearers.

Joe Ridenhower, Mason Boardman, Allen McIntire, Ricky Loyd, Caden Loyd, and Austin Mitchell will serve as honorary pallbearers.