Gregory Doyne Smelser Sr., 73, of North Little Rock, AR passed away Thursday November 20, 2025 at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock. Greg was surrounded by his wife and children as he transitioned to his Heavenly Father. The family would like to say a special thank you to the staff at BMC ER and CVICU for their exhaustive efforts and compassion in Greg’s last hours.
Greg was born to Doyne and Evelyn Smelser May 31, 1952. They both preceded him in death as well as his sisters Karen Smelser and Jill Riley. He is survived by his wife of 43 years Pam, his brother Joe Smelser (Vietta) his children Greg Smelser Jr. (Jessica) of Sherwood, AR, Amanda Smelser of North Little Rock, AR and Sherri Rushin (Steven) of Greenbrier, AR and grandchildren Braden (Anna) Mitchell, Mason (Carley) Mitchell Trenton Branscomb, Jaliyah Ollison, Paisley Smelser, Easton Smelser, Mia Lee, Brooklyn Lee and Steven Lee. 1 great grandson Oliver Mitchell.
Greg absolutely loved the outdoors whether it was hunting or fishing he was happiest if he was outside in nature. He loved his family and was so proud of his kids and grandkids and their accomplishments. He was proud to have played college football at Arkansas State University – Jonesboro. He followed in his father’s footsteps and spent his career in sales in the construction industry. Greg was so loved by his family and will be missed beyond words and we take comfort that he is with Jesus and we will be reunited again.
Arrangements will be Friday, December 5, 2025 with visitation at 1:00PM and service at 2:00PM at A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 W. Main St. in Jacksonville.
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service & Crematory 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
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REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND.
You did well
Thank you for your kind words toward him!
Greg and I became buddies when his family moved to Arkansas, I think it was in the 4th grade. He lived just down the street from us. A lot of fond memories of football games in his backyard yard, streetlight tag,, hunting and fishing.
Prayers for family
Thank you for your reflection on my dad. I love hearing about peoples experience of him. We as his family appreciate your prayers!
Greg was a solid, friendly person. We were in high school, and I think junior high school together. Well done, great guy, and other accolades barely touch upon what a privilege it was to know him. To learn of his strong ethic, love of nature, and care for family is not a surprise, it is a blessing. Godspeed to the family.
Thank you for you’d condolences and reflection on your experience of my dad. The people who have reached out to speak on who he was has been so impactful to us as his family.
Pam, So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family during this difficult tie.
Thank you for reaching out, we appreciate your condolences!
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