Photo courtesy of Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors - Denton
Denton, Texas
Feb 19, 1947 – Jul 14, 2021 (Age 74)
Gary Robert Smith, age 74, of Denton, Tx passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 14, 2021.
He will be remembered as a loving father, Paw Paw , brother, uncle and friend with a gentle heart and a love for rock n roll and blues.
Gary was born February 19, 1947 in Denton, Tx. He was passionate about rock n roll and blues which was evident by his guitar and bass playing days in many bands such as “The Mighty Turbans” and “Little By Little.” Gary proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and was a Vietnam veteran.
He was preceded in death by his parents John Milton and Betty Gale Smith and his wife Bettye Cameron Smith. He is survived by his daughter, Leyla Smith, his 2 grandchildren, Sylas and Neyomi Smith, his sister Janet Smith Bolin and her husband Dave all of Denton, Tx and many nieces and nephews.
His celebration of life will be held on Saturday July 24, 2021 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at DeBerry Funeral Services, 2025 W. University Dr, Denton, TX 76201.
Read MoreREMEMBER GARY FOR THE 1960'S. WAS A VERY GOOD FRIEND. TIME MOVES ON AND I THOUGHT OF HIM OFTEN. GARY ALWAYS LOVE HIS MUSIC!! WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM AND KIND HE WAS TO EVERYBODY. REST IN PEACE, GARY. FLY WITH THE EAGLES.
fred miller
July 24, 2021 | Garland, TX | Friend
Rest In Peace Gary Smith. Memories of Sunday School at First Christian Church! Loved your mom & sister!
Dianna Penton Alagood
July 23, 2021 | Denton, TX | Friend
Remember him well- really nice guy- I too was a 1965 graduate of Denton High on Fulton Street
Donald Moore
July 22, 2021 | Denton, TX
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Bill DeBerry, Jr. & Andrew DeBerry
July 21, 2021 | Denton, TX
