Gary Eugene Smith, Sr., 65, passed away September 5, 2018 at Mercy Medical Center. Visitation will be held from 6-8pm, Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at Iles Grandview Park Chapel. Cremation will follow.
Gary was born on December 29, 1952 in Perry, Iowa to Doyle Williams and Helen Mae (Johnson) Smith. He served in the US Army in Vietnam. He lived in the Des Moines area most of his life and enjoyed spending time with his family.
Gary is survived by his daughter, Kathi Smith; son, Gary Smith, Jr.; mother, Helen McClish; brother, Jim Walker; sisters, Claudia Celestino, Vicki Sullivan, Paula Davis, Sandy Braaksma, Brenda Smith, Judy Solorio; step sons, Kenith Walker, James Walker and Michael Walker. As well as numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews and their families. He was preceded in death by his wife, Twyla Smith; father, Doyle Smith; sister, Lisa McClish and a grandson, James Curtis Walker.
Arrangements by Iles Grandview Park Chapel. To send flowers or a remembrance gift to the family of Gary Smith, please visit our Tribute Store.
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