David Bruce Smith

David Bruce Smith obituary, West Frankfort, IL

David Bruce Smith

David Smith Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Union Funeral Home - West Frankfort on Apr. 3, 2025.

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David Bruce Smith, 73, of West Frankfort, Illinois passed away Thursday April 3, 2025 in his residence at 2:10a.m.
David was born October 25, 1951 in Titusville, PA to Marion Burgerson. He loved his family especially his grandchildren. David loved to fish, camp, wrestling, and car shows.
He was preceded in death by his mother; brother, Bob; granddaughter, Ravyn.
David is survived by his wife, Vickie Smith; sons: David Smith Jr., John (Jill) Smith, James (Abby) Smith, and Joe (Deborah) Smith; daughters, Paula Smith and Joyce (Reuben) Ray; brother, Tom Smith; 19 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held at Mound City National Cemetery – Mound City, Illinois at a later date.
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Thomas Smith

April 3, 2025

I'll miss all the times we spent together whether on the phone or in person! Thank you for all the joy you gave us over the years! Love, your brother Tom

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