Merle "Pete"-Gentry-Obituary

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Merle "Pete" J. Gentry

Sep 27, 1936 - Aug 1, 2025

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I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Gentry. She was an unforgettable force of nature with a sweet smile and twinkle in her eye. She was kind and loving. My condolences to all of her family.

I'm so sorry for your loss. Aunt Pete was such a wonderful caring person, she never seemed to age. I have such fond memories of her,your dad and all of you boys at deer season in Coleman mich, family gatherings and just times a round my parents ( Lloyd and Shirley) farm. My parents thought a lot of your mom.My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!

So sorry for your loss. Aunt Pete was so sweet...I have many fond memories of her and your family at the family reunions. She was so vibrant and caring. I always loved talking with her when I would see her. My parents (Lloyd and Shirley) always spoke fondly of her and your dad. She will be missed... You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May she rest in heavenly peace. Hugs, love and prayers for you all. Sue (Staley) Ratza.❤

Aunt Pete was always full of spunk and energy. We all loved her. I have lots of memories of seeing her at my grandmother's (Minnie's) house. I'm really sorry for your loss, I know she will be missed.

My condolences to the family in the passing of your dear sweet mom. I am blessed to have known her and have fond memories of our trips to Tennessee. She visited her son and I visited my daughter and family. Prayers for God’s comfort and blessings for you all.

I adored Pete, she was a lovely person inside and out. Always so loving and welcoming. Rest in peace sweet angel.

Sorry for the loss, always enjoyed when y’all came south and visited, and we came up there.

We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences and may our prayers help comfort you.
Reiko & Yoshiaki Okamoto, Noriko

My deepest sympathies to the entire family. I remember meeting Pete years ago at a family reunion when I was a teen. My dad (Dale Staley) spoke fondly of his cousin Pete even recently before he passed last fall. My mom (Kay) said she was very sweet and had a sense of humor. So sorry for your loss. - Judith Staley

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Merle "Pete"'s Obituary

GENTRY, Merle J. “Pete” – Of Swartz Creek, age 88, died Friday, August 1, 2025, at Swank Assisted Living. Funeral service will be held 11am Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint. Visitation 4-8pm Tuesday and 10am Wednesday...

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