Gary Allen Smith

Gary Allen Smith obituary, Nicholasville, KY

Gary Allen Smith

Gary Smith Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Clark Legacy Center - Nicholasville on Jan. 12, 2025.

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Gary Allen Smith, 71, of Lexington, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, January 10th at Baptist Health Hospital in Lexington.
He was born in Corinth KY on March 7th, 1953 to the late Eva Mae Morris & Robert Smith.
Gary is survived by his wife Patsy of 52 years, 6 children Pam (Todd) Rion of Hamilton, OH, Robbie (Bunny) Smith of Lexington, Lorraine Smith of Lexington, Susan (Rodney) Hittle of Arcanum, OH, Gary Allen Smith Jr of Lexington, Scott (Lisa) Smith of Nicholasville; 10 grandkids; 16 great grand kids; 4 brothers Frank Hambrick of Georgetown, Jerry Smith of Lexington, Ronnie Smith of Stamping Ground and Billy (Sharon) Smith of Berea; and 2 sisters Sandy Smith of Mt. Vernon and Pam (Larry) McFerron of Mt. Vernon.
He was preceded in death by his father Robert, his mother Eva, his sister Wanda Brandt of NC, and one grandson, Austen.
He had a love for life, his family and his friends that was unmatched. He had perfect timing for cracking jokes and the ability to always make people laugh and smile. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, being a part of the Jeep community and tinkering around in his garage but his most favorite activity was spending time with his wife. He will be greatly missed and forever loved.
"Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear" - - Irish Toast

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January 14, 2025

Pamela Chaney posted to the memorial.

January 13, 2025

Debbie and John Baber posted to the memorial.

January 13, 2025

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Pamela Chaney

January 14, 2025

Sorry for everyone's loss, he was a wonderful father, husband, and friend! I know he will be greatly missed by all. Patsy I'm so sorry in your time of grief, he was your rock, you both are outstanding people and friends. I'm here if I can doing for you, my shoulders can handle it, prayers for all!!!

Debbie and John Baber

January 13, 2025

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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Steve Martin

January 13, 2025

We met Gary and Pasty 2 yrs ago at the jeep invasion and spent two day getting to know them. They made us feel as if we had known them our entire life they are that kind of people. He will truly be missed. Are hearts brake for the family

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