Willie Gene Smith, 73 of Malvern, Arkansas was born January 31, 1948 to the late Henry Nathaniel Smith and Maude Mixon Smith on January 31, 1948 in Malvern, Arkansas. He transitioned from this life on April 20. 2021

Willie gave his life to Christ two years ago and rededicated his life to Christ in January, 2021. Willie attended Wilson High School. After high school he moved to Compton, California for three years. After Willie moved back to Malvern, he worked at Pallett Factory, Acme Brick & Malvern Housing Authority.

Willie was preceded in death by his parents: Maude Mixon Smith, Henry Smith and Martha Smith-stepmother.

Willie leaves to cherish two sons: Jarrell Smith (Jennifer) of Sherwood, Arkansas; Terrence Smith of Malvern, Arkansas; one loving sister and caregiver: Brenda Simpson (Charlie) of Malvern, Arkansas; brother: Henry "Bug" Smith of Lancaster, California; the Mendenhall family, his friend Jason grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends

Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors

" The Epitome of Service "

501-337-0100

Preferred Florist: Wow Wallace 870-575-3703

Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors Memorial Chapel

Sunday, April 25, 2021

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM 413 West Page Avenue Malvern, ARKANSAS 72104 Graveside Service

Paradise Memorial Garden

Monday, April 26, 2021

1:00 PM 1666 Babcock Street Malvern, AR 72104