Gary Smith

PRICE - Gary D. Smith, 44, resident of Price, passed away at his home April 16, 2004

He was born April 4, 1960 in Dragerton, to Forrest Grant Jr. and BenaLee Black Smith. He married Sonia Villar and later divorced.

Gary worked in the coal mines for several years in Price River, Soldier Creek, Beaver Creek and Deseret mines. He received his associates degree from the College of Eastern Utah. He enjoyed fishing, playing his guitar and spending time with his family, especially his kids. He also enjoyed poetry, music, and he loved to "share conversation." He loved his Heavenly Father and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Gary is survived by grandparents, Sarah Jane Smith and Forrest Grant Smith Sr.; children, Heidi Shanelle (Jason) Henrie of Price; Crystal Noelle Smith of Springville; Gary Frank Smith of Springville; and mother, BenaLee Smith of Price. He was anxiously awaiting the birth of his first grandchild in October. Also surviving are brothers, James William Smith of Cleveland, Ohio; Earl Grant Smith of Salt Lake; and sisters, Lorri (Norman) Browning of Price; and Jamie Naylor of Clearfield. His father and sisters, Tammy and "Baby" Lorri Smith preceded Gary in death.