He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Nona Turley Grubbs; son, Christopher Grubbs (Kaitlyn) of Fayetteville; daughter, Brittani Sellers (Danny) of Little Rock and two grandsons, Grayson and Cooper Sellers of Little Rock. He is also survived by his brother, John Grubbs and nephew, Jackson Grubbs of Fort Myers, Florida; Father-in-law, Charles Turley of Little Rock; Brother-in-law Chuck Turley (Sherry) and nephew Brandon (Becca) Turley of Little Rock.
Dennis loved his family, spending time at the lake, and his dog, Spencer but above all else, he cherished his time with this two grandsons. He was lovingly referred to as G-Dad.
The family asks that any memorial gifts be made to Methodist HealthCare, 1265 Union Avenue, Transplant Unit - 5th Floor- Shorb Tower, Memphis, TN 38104. A private family service is planned.