David S. "Tree Man" Judkins age 71, of Smithville passed away Friday, September 27, 2019 at his residence. He was born March 29, 1948 to his parents the late Oliver and Nodia Young Judkins. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers, Carlton and Cooper Judkins; sisters, Ravanell Culwell, Corina Young and an infant baby sister. Mr. Judkins was a Nurseryman and affiliated with Allen's Chapel United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Janice Judkins of Smithville; children, Bryan (Georgette) Judkins of Smithville; Mary (Brian) Young of Sparta; grandchildren, Mindy Evans and (De'Shawn), Daniel (Crystal) Young, Kayla (Daniel) Kincer, Brad (Angela) Emberton, Hannah Judkins, Zack (Mallory) Young; great-grandchildren, Kenya, Jordan, Carly, Charlee, Marshall, Baby Cash, O'Mari; brothers, Mack Judkins and Eddie Roy Judkins; several nieces, nephews and friends also survive. Funeral services will be 2:PM Tuesday October 1, 2019 at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Jeff Cripps officiating and burial in DeKalb Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday 1:PM until 8:PM and Tuesday 10:AM until the time of the service at 2:PM at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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