On Saturday, August 8, 2009 Gary, Tracey and Sammy Smith were involved in a tragic vehicle accident. Sadly, Gary and Tracey were taken from us that day, but in the midst of our grief, we rejoice in knowing that today they are with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
During their time here with us, Gary and Tracey touched the lives of many people and were a true blessing to all that knew them. The family encourages you to share your memories of Gary and Tracey and what their lives meant to you. Use the "Comments" link below.
Click here for updates on Sammy's recovery. Your prayers are coveted.
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Gary & Tracey Smith
Gary & Tracey Smith
Funeral Arrangements
The viewings and service will be held at First Church of God in New Bethlehem, PA. Click for Directions.
Viewing:
Friday, August 14, 2009
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Funeral Service:
Saturday August 15, 2009
11:00 AM
Viewing:
Friday, August 14, 2009
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Funeral Service:
Saturday August 15, 2009
11:00 AM
Sammy's Recovery
We ask that you please continue to pray for 8 year old Sammy as he recovers from injuries suffered during the accident.
You can follow Sammy's progress at http://sammybsmith.blogspot.com.
You can follow Sammy's progress at http://sammybsmith.blogspot.com.
Memorial Fund
The Gary & Tracey Smith Memorial Fund for Benefit of Samuel Blair Smith has been set up at the Clarion County Community Bank. Those wishing to contribute, please do so using the following information:
CCC Bank
308 Broad St.
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
PH: (814) 275-1806
CCC Bank
308 Broad St.
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
PH: (814) 275-1806
"One thing I ask of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple. For in the day of trouble He will keep me safe in His dwelling; He will hide me in the shelter of His tabernacle and set me high upon a rock."
Psalm 27:4-5
Psalm 27:4-5
34 comments:
Gary and Tracey were friends.. I met them at Church. Tracey and i were pregnant at the same time with our first child and we would compare notes..I remember Gary singing in what we would call the "Church Quartet" with Tim Bish, Harlen Yeany, and Jim Mohney..They were wonderful people. You could see God in thier lives..my heart aches.!!
I grew up knowing the smith family from church. I have so many good memories that will never be forgotten. Once again the New Bethlehem area is suffering from a great lose of two great people. May their memory live on in all of our hearts. They will be missed.
I knew Gary from doing business with Smith Tool. I can't remember a time when he wasn't smiling. He was truly a happy soul. I know we are sad when someone close to us dies but we should realize death isn't the end. It's a new beginning and for those who are Christians is a wonderful new beginning. I know its very hard not being able to talk to or hug that person anymore but have some piece knowing that they aren't gone but in a better place.
I heard the news of the accident Sunday morning from Tracey's counsin Kay, who was grieved. It wasn't until Tuesday that I find out that Gary was one of our parts guys at the shop where I am a secretay and I remember him bringing Sammy with him a few times over the summer. Gary was a very friend guy, and I know he will be sadly missed hear at our shop. My heart goes out to all of the family they left behind and for Sammy. I have put you in my prayers.
I work with Tracey at Clarion Hospital in the Respiratory Dept. The whole hospital is devastated by this tragedy. Tracey was a strong faith filled woman with a great sense of humor and a beautiful smile. We all know how much she loved her "little Sammy".
She has left us with many great & funny memories!!! We all feel blessed to have known her.
We are all praying for Sammy and all of Tracey & Gary's families. We must rely on our faith and trust God's Grace to see us through, that's what Tracey would want.
I have known Gary and the kids since I was a member at the Hawthorn Nazarene Church, long before Karen was so saddly taken. Tracey was a blessing to Gary, Matt, Scott & Karena. And along came yet another blessing, little Sammy. I am devastated that such a wonderful & loving family had to endure another terrible loss such as this. God has a plan, whether we understand at this time or not, and I know that Gary is smiling down on everyone, with that famous Gary smile. I continue to pray for you, Matt, Scott, Karena and your families that you will find peace in knowing that God is taking care of your parents in heaven. I pray for you, little Sammy, that you will get well soon and too, know that your mommy & daddy are in a wonderful place. I think of you all everyday and will continue to pray for you as well as the rest of the family. May God be forever with you in this time of need.
I don't know alot about the Smith family. I do remember Gary from the Hawthorn Nazarene Church. I remember when Karen was sadly taken out of our lives and how sad everyone was. I was about 5 or 6 at the time. I remember seeing Tracey's smiling face when she first came into our lives at our church. Tracey would always be at the craft shows my mom, Rhonda Kiehl, and me were set up at. She would always buy almost one of everything my mom made! She was such a sweet and loving woman. I don't emember the last time I saw Gary but like many others, I'll never forget his smile. The last time I saw Tracey and little Sammy was at the Clarion County Fair of 2008. My mom was set up with her crafts. Mom was having a horrible day wondering if anything was going to sell. Then Tracey came to our booth and about cleaned us out. She was so thrilled she found my mom there and was excited with everything she bought. Little Sam sat and talked with me and mom as Tracey was buying things. This has hit our family hard like it has many others. I pray Sam will recover soon and be stronger then his little soul is now. Gary and Tracey are smiling down on their family and watching over you. God will give you the strength to cope with this horrible tragedy.
urvalosI work at the Hospital that Tracy worked at. I always looked forward to seeing her smiling face and listening to her funny stories and what was going on with Sammy.
She will be greatly missed and my
prayers and thoughts are with. their family
I ment Tracey about 12 years ago. We became fast friends who loved to shop and scrape book. I have so many great memories of laughter, tears, long talks, working nights with her, ect. I will miss her more than words can express. One of the moments I will remember most is the day her "Little Sammy" was born. I will carry that in my heart forever.
My husband went to school with Gary and I have known Gary most of my life. He was a truley good, gentle man who we also shall miss.
We all know where Gary and Trace are, their with their God in heaven, and truely at peace. Their faith was so strong and it showed in their actions and every day life.
Pray with me for Sammy, Matt, Scott, and Kareana. Along with their families. Their faith wil get them through this very difficult time.
I loved you Trace and will never forget the time we shared, I only wish there was more to come.
I remember being pregnant with Cody and Tracy was pregnant with Sammy. We had a picnic and we were both so hot and fat. We shared our complaints and laugh together. She was such a great loving person. Sadly we will miss her!!
I remember going over to Scotts house and hanging out with the family. Sammy was a tiny baby at the time. You could sense the feel of joy that Sammy gave them, and it breaks my heart that they are gone, but not forgotten. I love you guys and the Smith family in wyoming are thinking about and praying for you.
I met Tracey when I was a teenager. Her brother Wade married my sister. she was always so happy. I met Garry and Sammy at my mothers a few different Thanksgivings we all spent together. Sammy was still very young, The first Thanksgiving we all spent together was Sammy's first. Garry was very easy to get along with. I concidered him a good friend. I will miss them.
My Husband (Gary) and I attended the Hawthorn Church of the Nazarene with Gary and Tracey. While I was the children's director I remember taking our childen's group bowling. Gary came to me and said "Mandy, if there is anyone who cannot go because of money come see me and I will pay their way." Well, at that time there were 4 children who could not attend our event because of money and Gary graciously stepped in and covered their way. Those children still talk about that bowling trip and many will never know how Gary gave to the children of our community.
I met Tracey when I started working at Clarion Hospital. She was always a breath of fresh air, and such an upbeat person. I remember how much she loved her little Sammy. They will be remembered and God Bless...
Our hearts are deeply saddened by the tragic and untimely death of our friends Gary and Tracey. We find comfort in knowing they are with our Lord and Saviour. Our prayers are with the entire Smith family. We also are praying for Sammy that he will gain strength with each and every new day. Because of the close friendships between Matt and Todd and Scott and Cody we truly do consider them along with their wives part of our family.
i didnt know tracy very well. my son was in the er for upper resp infection and tracy was the therapist that worked with him. i can remember she was the nicest and friendliest person i had ever met. she was so good with my 4yr old son. i appreciated everything she did for him that night. god answered our prayers i hope for the smith family their prayers are answered for little sammy. from what i have read she was well loved and she will be dearly missed. may tracy and gary rest in peace. and all of gods angels be with sammy in the hospital.
I worked with Tracey at Clarion Hospital and I always loved working with her. she was such a pleasant, caring, fun person to work with. She was very good at her job. I will miss her very much. I have been thinking about her nonstop since Saturday, and am so comforted to know that God was in her life and she is now with Him. I just keep thinking back to six months ago when I was hobbling around with what we later learned was a broken foot. she was so concerned about me - she just kept telling me to go get it looked at and how worried she was about me. But that was Tracey. very gentle, very kind, and very caring. I miss her so already. I am praying for your family and for Sammy's recovery.
I worked with Tracey at the hospital, she was always happy to take care of any patient. I will truly miss seeing her come around the corner in the ER- always with a smile. Her little Sammy was such a joy in her life. She was so personable, when you talked to her you could always tell she cared. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
I remember...
Gary's shoulders shaking when he laughed hard.
Gary & Tracey's wedding and how happy I was for them and the kids, even though I still missed my Aunt Karen.
Playing ball for hours on holidays with Gary and the boys, and playing church softball and the Homer City tournaments.
Going hunting with Gary and another friend (who shall remain nameless) and winding up in some woman's yard hiding behind the garage. What a day.
How easy it was to welcome Tracey into the family. How sincere and genuine and caring she was.
Riding gocarts with Gary in Erie on vacation when I was a little kid.
How happy Tracey was when Sammy was born.
So many more.... My heart hurts.
God bless you Gary and Tracey. Enjoy your rewards in heaven. I will see you soon.
Jeff McIntire
Gary usually stopped at our garage every other weds.
We often talked about quad riding, and not watching much tv. One day he came from Arby's at lunchtime, he bought 2 sandwiches, he did not want the second sandwich, and jokingly i told him i would buy it from him. He just gave it to me. (and i was starving that day) I will never forget Gary, how laid back he was, loving life. I will deeply miss, looking forward to seeing him at our shop. I pray for the entire Smith family, and want you all to know you are deeply loved, and i will carry this sadness forever.
I worked with Tracy at claion hospital, she was a real nice person to be around and always full of joy. She will really be missed alot, and was love by everyone.I came to work sick and she gave me a treatment, and I remember that she said when she comes back she will give me another one to be sure I was getting better. I will be praying for the family and that little sammy will be doing better real soon. we love and miss you lots.
I met Tracey a few years before she married Gary. Then we both ended up working at the same hospital, and although I didn't really know Gary very much, I knew his parents, brother Duane, and alot of his extended family. When Tracey and I "re-connected" at the hospital, what a surprise to learn who she had married, and how happy I was for all of them. I knew that this family had been through tragedy already in the loss of Karen.
The most important thing that is evident in the memories from all of the friends that have posted, is that there is no doubt the love they shared for God. In this tragedy, it is a reassurance to realize that they will share eternity in heaven with God.
My thoughts and prayers are with their children, parents, and entire family. And I pray for little Sammy's quick recovery.
So many memories I have from the Smith Family.....
I remember Gary being a jokester and Karen just giving him this look...every time.
I will always remember Gary's laugh. He was always laughing and lifting someone's spirits!
A cute moment in church....Tracy was rubbing hand lotion into Gary's hands during church. It was so cute.
They will be greatly missed! Their family has always held a special place in my heart...and always will!
My prayers go out to the Smith family for their loss of such great people. I work at Clarion Hospital, and can't even count the times Tracey and I joked and harrassed each other during the nights we worked. It was such a fun time, and even on the busiest of nights, we always had a great time teasing and laughing at each other. It was such a happy day when she found out she was pregnant, and both a joy and a scare when Sammy was born. I did a lot of praying for him then, and I do a lot of praying for him now. I will always remember Tracey, and miss our teasing and talks.
I send you my thoughts, my prayers, and my strength thru faith of knowing she and Gary are looking down on their loved ones and keeping them safe. Hugs & Rainbows.
Tracey was my cousin.We had so much fun when we were together.Her Mom ,Tracey and I would go out to lunch and stop at yard sales,she loved to do that.I loved her very much and I will miss her.I know how much she loved Gary,he was a wonderful man.Sammy was blessed to have wonderful parents. I pray for the families and I know God will take care of dear little Sammy. Cindy
I knew gary from doing business with him, the most cheerful guy around,iam a young mechanic and gary would do anything for you he was just that kind of guy. if you were having a bad day at the garage you knew when gary pulled in your day was turning around. were all gonna miss the big cheerfull happy tool guy.
my prayers are with the smith tool family and sammy.
godbless gary and tracey
We are continuing to lift the families up in our prayers. We love you! God bless. Steve and Debby
While I haven't seen Tracey since graduation, Tracey was (& is) always a sweet, kind always happy person. I never saw her unhappy! Heaven has a awesome angel! My prayers to your family & prayers for your son I know he has alot of love & support & he has your smile Tracey!
Teresa Anderson (formally Williams)
i met tracey by her coming to my primitive shop, she always had sammy with her too!! me and him would talk about school and things he had done that day while tracey would shop. she so loved to decorate. my husband knew gary by him coming to skinners in new bethlehem, he said he was always smiling...they were both to very kind people and will be sadly missed. i prayer for a full recovery for sammy, i'm sure they are looking down on him now.....♥
Tracey is my sister n law I've been married to her brother Wade for 22 yrs. and 3 yrs.dating This family has GODS LOVE And I know by them after their strengh through it all after hearing the service Sat. morning about Gary's favorite hymms and going back to work Sun. morning at the old folks home and their song first they all song AND loudest was THERES POWOR IN THE BLOOD I had to let their pastor know seemed sooo real to me and he said that comfirmes everything I know Tracey PRAYS and Gary PRAYS FOR US aND AS MOM oSS WOULD FINISH OFF CARD LOVE YOU FOREVER AND EVER
We knew Gary and Tracey from the Nazarene church. They welcomed me so warmly when I first met my husband and started going there with him...they were so excited that he had finally met someone. We often saw Gary in the truck on his route and he always waved. they will be greatly missed by all Greg & Daryla
I wish the best for Matt, Scott, Karena, and Sammy also for your families. I want you to know that any one that has come in contact with your family on one day or another have been blessed. May the great memories of your parents live on in your lives everyday. Sammy stay strong for a great recovery!
I knew Gary from doing business with him through Smith Tools. I had changed jobs and hadn't seen Gary for approximately 10 years but saw him and his family while waiting in line to watch the movie at the visitor's center in Gettyburg. We had a nice conversation and Sammy was really excited about the things he had seen and kept telling me "That's my Dad." We are sorry for your lose.
I worked with Tracey at Clarion Hospital for about 6 months until I had my first child after just moving to New Bethlehem from the Johnstown area. She, along with others in the respiratory department, made me feel at ease and she befriended me. It was heartbreaking to hear about the deaths, but praying for little Sammy and a full recovery. God Bless to the Smith family and along with Tracey's family, also to her friends who loved her dearly in the Respiratory Department at Clarion Hospital...
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