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1951
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2017
Gary Smith Obituary
Gary Allen Smith, 65, was born November 19, 1951, in Rockford, Illinois to Cecil R Smith and Marilyn B Smith. He peacefully passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2017, in his home in Ipava, Illinois. He is survived by his sisters, Susan (Gary) Acaley, Sandi (Bill) Taylor; brother, Charles R. Smith; several nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and great-nephews. He will be missed by many of his wonderful friends. He was predeceased by his father, Cecil R. Smith; mother, Marilyn B. Smith; and niece, Haley Smith.
Funeral services will be privately held.
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roger peterson
December 31, 2017
just found out about garys passing.so sorry my friend RIP.
Mike Gregory
December 7, 2017
So sorry to hear of Garys passing! He was a good friend and neighbor during grade and high school!
Marc Wright
November 24, 2017
RIP. Great friends, like a brother, we will sincerely miss Gary.
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