Gerald Smits's obituary , Passed away on December 24, 2020 in Soap Lake, Washington

Gerald Smits

July 23, 1924 - December 24, 2020 (96 years old)

Soap Lake, Washington

Gerald Smits's obituary , Passed away on December 24, 2020 in Soap Lake, Washington

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Gerald Smits

July 23, 1924 - December 24, 2020 (96 years old)

Soap Lake, Washington

Gerald Smits Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Gerald Smits of Soap Lake, Washington, born in Kimberly, Wisconsin, who passed away on December 24, 2020, at the age of 96, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Arnold Smits and Anna Smits; his wives, Margaret and Mary Beth; his siblings, Rita and Clarence; his son-in-law Darold Thornton; and his niece Diane Reid-Davis.

He is survived by: his children, Susan Wright (Keith), Barb Thornton, John Smits (Pam), Paul Smits (Lori), Rosalie Thomas (Don) and Carolyn Wollenweber. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

Due to COVID, the family will hold a celebration of life next summer.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Chapel of the Valley



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