Dennis F. Smith, known to most as Denny, was born on December 10, 1943 in Lansing. Denny was a South Paw Slugger and a home run hit with everyone! He was an avid sportsman and fisher and was a member of the Eagles of Lansing. Most important of all, Denny was a very loving, caring and honest man. He was the retired owner of Gault’s Bakery Supplies. Denny was preceded in death by his father, Russel F. (Lou) Smith; his mother, Lillian Irene Gault and her husband, Gareth (Bud) Gault; and his brother, Russel Smith. Surviving to cherish his memory are his daughters, Christian Kai (William) Nalett and Nicole Lyn Smith; grandson, Joshua Smith; great grandchildren Cameron and Chloe Smith; and former wife, Janet Smith. A memorial service will be held at 4:00 PM on Monday, September 23 at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave, Lansing. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.grlansing.com