David Cornell Smith, 78

CELINA-Funeral Services for Mr. David Cornell Smith of Moss were held Wednesday, May 22, 2024, in the Chapel of Upton-Hay Funeral Home. Richard Smith officiated and interment followed in the Moore Cemetery. David Smith, Cornelius Smith, Andy Smith, Kent Smith, Logan Melton, and Stevie Arnette served as Pallbearers. 

Mr. David Cornell Smith, age 78, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at his residence. 

He was born on Sunday, December 23, 1945, to the late Buford and Opal (Moore) Smith. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his grandson, Tyler Anderson; sister, Emma Jean Strong; brother, Larry Strong.

Cornell owned and operated the family business. 

He had to stay busy, he enjoyed working, fishing, cars, trucks, and tractors.

He is survived by his son, David Smith and wife Jennifer; daughter, Tonya Smith-Anderson; grandchildren, Kelsey Melton and husband Logan, Lei-Ane Smith and Cole Smith; great-grandchildren, Lathan, Kelsen, and Halle Jo Melton; sisters, Virginia Smith-Barrett, Eva Nell Moore, Nora White and husband Jimmy, Diane Taylor and husband Steve; brothers, Cornelius Smith and wife Wanda and Kent Smith and wife Susie; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and neighbors that will mourn his passing.

Arrangements by Upton-Hay Funeral Home, Celina.