David Ray Smallwood Sr., 56, of Hemphill, passed away on Thursday, August 8th, 2024, at Sabine County Hospital in Hemphill. David was a man who truly lived life to the fullest. His love for the outdoors was evident in his passion for hunting, fishing, and spending time on his boat, where he found solace and joy. A proud collector of guns, David’s enthusiasm for life extended beyond his hobbies. He is survived by his loving wife, Kim Smallwood; his children, David Smallwood Jr., Bonnie Rosas, and Ciara Smallwood. David’s mother, Frances Freeman, and his siblings, Donna Shute, Colleen Simmons, Rachel Freeman, Shirley Smith, Clay Smallwood, and Tommy Smallwood, will carry his memory with them. He is also survived by his mother-in-law Kay Hall, brother-in-law Thomas Hall, sister-in-law Renee Dickerson and her husband Cody, as well as his seven grandchildren, and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.