James Carl Gentry

James Carl Gentry, age 61 of Maryville, TN died on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. A loving husband, father, and grandfather (Poppy). More than anything in life, he loved being with family and friends. He was the kindest and hardest working man. He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Mary Louise Gentry; sister, Shirley Crabtree. Survivors include ex-wife, Donna M. Gentry; daughter and son-in-law, Kaylee Brooke and Darius Mathews; granddaughters, Kyra, Kyla, and Kobi; brothers, Bobby Gentry, Billy Gentry, Ricky Gentry, and Ronnie Gentry; several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM on Monday, March 15, 2021 at Smith’s Trinity Chapel with a funeral service at 2:00 PM officiated by Rev. Tony Morton. Family and friends will proceed to Grandview Pavilion and Legacy Trail for a graveside service and interment at 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in James’ name to the Blount County Friends of the Library, 508 North Cusick Street, Maryville, TN 37804. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, condolences and memories may be shared online at www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of James Carl Gentry please visit our Sympathy Store.