Born in Anderson, he was a son of the late Wilborn L. and Hilda Jane Hanks Smith. Gary was a member and deacon at Winona Baptist Church. He was employed by Electrolux of Anderson.
Survivors include two sons, Donielle Smith (Nora) of Donalds and Cody Fields (Allison) of Antreville, a daughter, Megan Fields Hutchinson (Will) of Honea Path and ; a brother, Jamie Smith of the Donalds; four grandchildren, Calli, Elloree, and Wade Fields and Abel Hutchinson; and special cousin, Kenneth Robinson of Williamston.
He was preceded in death by his parents Wilborn Smith and Hilda Hanks Smith; as well as a brother Rodney Smith.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at Winona Baptist Church at 2 PM with Rev. Bruce Cooley officiating. Burial will be private.
The family will be at their respective homes and will receive friends prior to the service, Wednesday April, 16, 2025 at Winona Baptist Church from 1 to 2 PM. Memorial donations should be made to Winona Baptist Church, c/o George Brock, 355 Bell Road, Abbeville, SC 29620. Online condolences may be made at www.ParkerWhitePruitt.com
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