Gary Michael Smith Obituary
The memory of Gary Michael Smith of Peoria, Illinois, who passed away on September 28, 2024 at the age of 81, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gary Michael Smith to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Evelyn Bruninga (Stein) and Theodore Smith. He is survived by: his daughters, Pattie Smith-Phillips (Peter) of Decatur, IL and Stephanie Lewis (Christopher) of Peoria, IL; his grandchildren, Audrey Smith-Phillips of Chicago, IL, Grace Smith-Phillips of Decatur, IL and Gabriel Lewis of Peoria, IL; and his siblings, Bonnie Fitch (Glenn) of Peoria, IL and Roger Smith (Candy) of Chillicothe, IL. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
So, in lieu of flowers, please take a walk and listen to the birds or watch the sunrise, leave a silly message on a friend's voicemail, hug someone you love, and don't take it all so seriously. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association.
