Photo courtesy of Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel - Hobart
Portage, Indiana
Jul 1, 1941 – May 7, 2014
Dennis W. Smith, age 72 of Hobart passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2014. He was born in Gary, Indiana on July 1, 1941 to the late James and Kathryn Smith. He was a longtime Hobart resident and was formerly of Gary.
Dennis was a 1959 graduate of Hobart High School. He also graduated from the American Academy of Art in Chicago, and the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy 25th Session. He retired from the Gary Police Force with 32 years of service and was a member of the FOP Lodge #61. Dennis and his wife, Pat owned and operated Hobart Sports from 1979 to 1991. He enjoyed antique cars, motorcycles and hunting.
Dennis is survived by his wife, Pat Smith of Hobart, IN; 2 sons, Gregory (Melinda) Smith of Valparaiso, IN; Jeffery (David Meyer) Smith of Crown Point, IN; 2 grandchildren, Chloe and Nathan Smith both of Valparaiso, IN; and special aunt, Milly (Earl) Rice of Hobart, IN.
Visitation is Saturday, May 10, 2014 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. with a funeral service at 7 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart. Cremation will follow with Rees Funeral Home and Cremation Service. Call (219) 942-2109 or visit us online at www.Reesfuneralhomes.com.
R.I.P.dear friend some day we will meet again
Phyllis Belcher
May 03, 2021 | Columbus, IN | Friend
Surely miss the yard sales and good times we all shared as fellow employees and friends outside GPD. May God bless your beautiful wife and family.
Dorita Lingvay
February 14, 2015 | Gary, IN
To the Smith Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you all. We were very saddened to hear of Denny"s passing. In deep regret of not keeping in touch. He was truly a great guy and friend. Fond memories in our hearts. God be with you Pat. Sincerely, John and Susan walker
John and susan Walker
February 13, 2015 | Hobart, IN
To the family,
Dennis is at peace. Think of the good times and smile. Dennis & I would talk often when he worked Radio and I the Front Desk back in the day. May The Most High God bring you comfort during this time.
Michael H. & Ermalene D. Gault Sr
November 27, 2014 | Gary, IN
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE DENNY SMITH FAM. I HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING AND WORKING WITH DENNY FOR MENY YEARS WHILE ON THE POLICE DEPT.HE WAS A GREAT FRIEND AND WILL BE MISSED DEARLY BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM. REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU...DENNIS
June 12, 2014
It was a pleasure knowing Denvy he will be sadly missed we knew him for a long time from GOD may a God rap his arms around the family in this time of sorrow God only takes the best
phyllis belcher
May 10, 2014 | Columbus, IN
R.I.P... It was an honor knowing u and working with u. Thank u...
Joe Eakins
May 10, 2014 | Westville, IN
I had the pleasure of meeting Denny at the Skystone & Silver store. He always wore a smile and made you glad you knew him. I will never forget you, Dennis.
Judy Buncich
May 10, 2014 | Hobart, IN
Dear Pat and family, you have my deepest condolences in your great loss. I know you loyally stood by Denny and supported him in every step of his difficult journey. The Denny I knew was a kind man with a beautiful smile, a big heart, a dedicated Gary Police Officer, and a dear friend of my spouse. God bless him in his well earned rest, and may He be kind to Denny and give comfort and consolation to your family. My heart breaks for your family and his close friends.
Marguerite DeRose
May 10, 2014 | Schererville