Harry Thomas Gentry's Obituary
Harry Thomas Gentry 79, of Mesquite, Texas, passed away on December 22, 2020. He was born on December 16, 1941 to Ernest Gentry and Rose Mary Gentry in Little Rock, Arkansas. Harry worked many years in the automotive industry for B.F. Goodrich, manager and owner of Bower’s Tire Store in Garland, Texas and after retirement as Deacon at Shiloh Terrace Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas. He was preceeded in death by the love of his life, wife of 45 years, Melva Joyce Gentry, and his sister Connie Sue Gregston.
Harry is survived by his best friend, identical twin brother, and often antagonist, Larry Lawrence Gentry of Frisco, Texas; sons and spouses, Ronnie & Catherine Gentry of Houston, Texas and Brian & Crystal Gentry of Argyle, Texas and daughter and spouse Glenda & Ryan Schnacke of Sachse, Texas and 7 grandchildren Chandler, Elizabeth, Allison, Abby, Ben, Anna and Jacob.
Harry lived his life as a kind and humble son, husband, father, grandfather, and child of God. We will forever cherish his laughter to the point of tears, his ability to listen, and his unmatched willingness to serve. He always enjoyed being in the presence of others and finding ways to help. After his retirement and the early passing of his wife Joyce, Harry dedicated his time to helping his Shiloh Terrance Baptist Church family. He would arrive without fail to prepare the church for the day’s activities and to greet and laugh with the children and parents as they arrived at the daycare center. He was the reliable and friendly face at the front door ready to greet and welcome all who would come. He will be sorely missed be those who knew him.
Family will receive friends on January 4, 2021 from 3:30 – 5:30 PM at Restland Funeral Home.
Service will be held on January 5, 2021 at 10:30 AM at Shiloh Terrace Baptist Church located at 9810 La Prada Dr. Dallas, Texas.
In Lieu of flowers, the family request memorials be made to Shiloh Terrace Baptist Church in his name.
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