Gary Dale Smith

July 29, 1948 - March 17, 2022

Gary Dale Smith, 73, of Sentinel, Oklahoma passed away unexpectedly on March 17th, 2022 at his home. He was born on July 29th, 1948 to Eual and Lola (Riddle) Smith in Stigler, Oklahoma. Gary grew up and attended school in Sentinel, graduating from Sentinel High School in 1966. He was drafted into the United States Army in 1968. Gary worked for the Oklahoma Department of Transportation where he operated heavy equipment. During his working life Gary also worked for Dolese, worked as a roofer, and also worked on the Burlington Northern Railroad. He enjoyed raising Quarter Horses and pigs. Gary loved spending time with his family, especially his children. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Survivors include: Children: Michele Permenter & husband Kevin, Hobart, OK Darren Smith & wife McKenzie, Hobart, OK Siblings: Wanda Britton, Sentinel, OK Clarence Smith, Sentinel, OK Marilyn Lee, Sentinel, OK Kelly Smith & wife Linda, Weatherford, OK Peggy Smith, Sentinel, OK Numerous nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends. Preceded in death by his Parents: Eual & Lola Smith, Brother: Billy Smith and Sister: Janet Archer & husband Curtis. Visitation: 9:00 a.m.~8:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 22, 2022 9:00 a.m.~ 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Ray & Martha's Funeral Home Sentinel, Oklahoma Funeral: 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 24, 2022 First Baptist Church Sentinel, Oklahoma Interment: Sentinel Cemetery Sentinel, Oklahoma