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EUGENE SMITH Obituary

Smith, Jr. June 6, 1955 - December 8, 2012 CHOCTAW Eugene Floyd Smith Jr. (57) Born June 6, 1955 to Kathryn Mae Irons and Eugene Smith Sr. left to be with God on Saturday, December 8, 2012. He passed away peacefully at MD Anderson in Houston due to complications of Leukemia. Gene is survived by his father, Eugene Smith Sr. and step- mother Kathy Garcia of Choctaw. He leaves two sisters, Kathy Black of Choctaw and Lisa Welchel of Tecumseh and one brother, David Smith of OKC. Gene also leaves behind his two greatest treasures, his two sons, Christopher and Ricky Smith of Choctaw. Gene was a wonderful father who enjoyed restoring old Camaros, football and monster trucks with his boys. Gene was always close to his entire family. He never left anyone in a jam and was always the first to volunteer to help no matter if he was pulling you out of a ditch with his truck or loading up the tractor. Gene has left behind many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews. All the children in the family looked to Gene for guidance and support and his absence is a true tragedy to the entire family. Gene was retired from General Motors and was currently employed at Fire Lake Grand Casino. Gene was a loyal and hard worker and was very proud of his work. A good work ethic was very important to Gene and he left behind many friends. Gene touched the lives of everyone he met and will forever be missed by those of them that had the pleasure of knowing him. Gene will always have a place in each of our hearts that will always be filled with the many wonderful memories that each of us have, memories that will be cherished forever. He will be forever missed and loved. Memorial services will be held at 4:00 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14, 2012 at Bill Eisenhour Funeral Home, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Online condolences may be left at www.eisenhourfuneralhome.com www.eisenhourfuneralhome.com

Published by Oklahoman on Dec. 13, 2012.
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God Bless you, and your family.

Ramona Sheridan

September 18, 2013

Gene was someone you always looked forward to seeing. No matter what happened he was always smiling. He had a million stories and I loved hearing them. I will miss my friend the world was a better place with him in it.

Mason Rogers

December 18, 2012

Geneo, you were always such a kind and gentle man. Thank you for being a friend during a very difficult time in my life.

Ann Truel

December 16, 2012

GENE YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART

Lance Walker

December 16, 2012

Bubba you were a great uncle and friend. I will always remember the good times we shared and the times we talked over saving money. Lol.or asking advise about my car because I had no clue or the fun times me n Maria n Rach had as kids when you use to take use for rides in that monster trunk of yours. You had a big heart and gentle soul that will never be forgotten. Luv you very much Bubba

Michael Black

December 14, 2012

What a great guy. I will miss him & all the wonderful times we had together & with the family. He will always be in my heart.
Annie

Jo Ann Martin

December 14, 2012

You were my neighbor, friend and buddy. We had good times going to the state fair each year, concerts, out to eat and playing the slots. I really enjoyed the ride in the new Camero. Wish you could have been here for more rides and had time to figure out the automated backing on that new vehicle. I always called you Houdini because you were always disappearing and now you have gone out of my life. I will greatly miss you and your wonderful attitude on life. Keep smiling down on all of us you left and I will smile when I think of you.
Miss you forever.
Love
Jeanie

Jeanie Ellis

December 14, 2012

Geno, I'm glad you were in my life and my family. You will always be in my heart.

Dana Fisher

December 14, 2012

Always in our hearts!

Kathy Black

December 13, 2012

may you r.i.p. we luv you & well alway's have you with us,we know you are watching over all of us espeacally you're boy's.with all our luv dad/kathy

December 13, 2012

Gino, we weren't in touch often, but I always knew you were there, taking care of everyone. I will miss you, cousin, be at peace....
My deepest sympathies to all.

Terry Shrader

December 13, 2012

i'm so sorry, he was a very nice guy and pleasant to work with.

terry shaw

December 13, 2012

geno,you'll alway's be with us in our heart & prayer's threir's not a day that goe's by that we don't think of you may god bless you alway's with all our luv dad & kathy

kathy garcia

December 13, 2012

You will be missed very much cousin Geno. Thanks for the memories! RIP knowing you left this world a better place by your being here! And to all members of Genos family you have my deepest condolences along with much love.

Sharon Voysey

December 13, 2012

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Doug Shive

December 13, 2012

Gene will be forever missed. His smile and laugh touched alot of hearts over the years at the Grand Casino. Deepest sympathy to the family. You will be in our prayers

Clemmie Gundrum

December 13, 2012

Uncle Gene, In the short time that I knew you I saw the sparkle in your eye. You made me feel very welcome into your family, you were always respectful and gentle and I loved your stories, you will be greatly missed.

Jimmy Kiplinger

December 13, 2012

Your smiles and laughter filled many days, years for some of us. You have left us all with great memories that we treasure. Truly a wonderful man and friend. Your Grand Casino tech dept family will miss you dearly and remember you always. Deepest sympathy and prayers for your family. He spoke of you all often.

Jennifer Mayer

December 13, 2012

It breaks my heart to know that I will never see your face, hear your laugh or speak with you again. I love you and will miss you so much.

Maria Cain

December 13, 2012

Geno you will be missed more than you would ever believe! You could always make me laugh even when we were losing money! Ha

Kathy Black

December 12, 2012

Geno you will be in my heart forever and never be forgotten! Love you always

Kathy Black

December 12, 2012

Love you Uncle Gene

Melissa Kiplinger

December 12, 2012

Uncle Gene you were such a great person and it gives me comfort knowing God will let us meet again you are loved more than words can ever describe.

Melissa Kiplinger

December 12, 2012

GENE you were always a nice man! So sorry life is just not long enough to get to know each other like you'd like to. Your so lucky to have a sisters and brothers who love you very much.

Vickie Miller

December 12, 2012

I'll miss your unlifting personality. Love you.

Lacey Welchel

December 12, 2012

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

Sharon Davis

December 12, 2012

Thank you for being such an enlightening human being. You always knew how to make everyone laugh. Love you. And I'll miss you so much.

Lacey Welchel

December 12, 2012

Geneo, you have been an inspiration as a big brother to me and so much more. You will always be in my heart forever. I miss you so much.

Lisa Welchel

December 12, 2012

I love you and miss you.

Sharesa Williams

December 12, 2012

I miss you more than any words I could write...

Raychel Goodall

December 12, 2012

Geno you will always be with me in my heart Love you forever

Kathy Black

December 12, 2012

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