Dennis M. Smith

Dennis Michael Smith, age 82, went to be with the Lord on Thursday October 22, 2026. He was born in Indianapolis, IN, to the late George and Jean Cunningham Smith on April 27, 1944.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son Kenneth Michael Smith, infant son Michael Wayne Smith, brother Bruce Smith and sister Sherry Schultz.

Dennis was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He graduated from Lebanon High School, Lebanon, IN, in 1962. Dennis proudly served his county in the US Navy (1962-1966). He received a Bachelor degree from Indiana State University, majoring in Accounting, in 1970. He then obtained a CPA License. He was employed as an Accountant/CPA in several companies including George Olive Accounting Firm, Graves Realtor and Nancy Noel Studio. Dennis was a member Of Carmel United Methodist Church and enjoyed listening to Sally sing in the choir.

Dennis loved spending time with his family, playing with his grandchildren, and playing cards with his children and his siblings. He enjoyed spending time in our yard and organizing his garage. He loved traveling to National Parks and going on cruises. He enjoyed decorating the outside of our home with Christmas lights, watching 6pm news daily, and just relaxing at home.

Those left to cherish his memory include, his wife Sally (Schrock) Smith; his daughter Susan Petty, of Brownsburg; step-son Doug Johnson, of Anderson; step-son and daughter-in-law Greg and Nicole Johnson; and his sister Debi (Steve) Dulaney, of Pensacola, FL. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Lindsay Shaffer, of Indianapolis, Meagan Shaffer, of Savannah, GA, Ava Johnson, of Carmel, Ashley Petty, of Camby, Kaylyn Johnson, of Darby, England, Justin Petty, of Iwakuni, Japan, Eldon Johnson, of Muncie, Kameron Johnson of Westfield, and Julian Johnson of Anderson; and great grandchildren, Kaden King, Mila Tafur and Indy Shaffer.

The family would like to thank Extended Family Companions for the great caregiving they provided for Dennis in our home. We would also like to thank Community Hospital North Orthopedic/Neurology unit for the amazing care during his last days of life.

A Visitation for Dennis will be held on Wednesday, October 28, from 10am to 11am, with a Memorial Service to follow at 11am, at Carmel United Methodist Church, 621 S Rangeline Road, Carmel, IN 46032.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Disabled Veterans or Carmel United Methodist Church.