Gary Smith Obituary
We are sad to announce that on August 9, 2021, at the age of 61, Gary Smith of Goodland, Kansas, born in Lamar, Colorado passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his father Larry Smith; his grandparents, Elmore, Esther Smith, Earl and Louise Harper; his sister-in-law Tracy Smith; his friend Richard "Rastus" Simon; and his pet Waffles.
He is survived by: his mother Joyce Smith (Harper) of Holly, CO; his wife Debra Kaye Nordyke; his sons, Tanner Smith (Kendal) of Lyndon, KS, Keegan Smith (Alaina) of Goodland, KS, Taylen Smith of Goodland, KS and Kelbey Smith (Drew Bowman) of Larned, KS; his grandchildren, Ryker, Declan and Harper; and his brothers, Greg Smith (Trish) of Monument, CO, Galen Smith (Penni) of Durant, OK and Glenn Smith of Eads, CO. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family has created a memorial in Gary's honor. Donations can be made to the Doctor Gary Smith Memorial and sent to Western State Bank, Attn: Steve West, 815 Center, Goodland, KS 67735 or Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 950, Lamar, CO 81052.
