George Smith

George Smith, a resident of Henryetta, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2013 at the age of 80. He was born November 29, 1932 to Jess and Iva Mae (Davis) Smith in Panama, Oklahoma. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War and then served in the Coast Guard, Army and Reserves. On May 27, 1963, he married Peggy Nora Palmer in Okemah, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jess and Iva Mae Smith; four sons; numerous brothers and sisters. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Peggy Smith of the home; daughter, Christy Hayhurst and husband, Timothy; sister, Pauline Cronan; granddaughter, Lauren Ashley Hayhurst; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Graveside Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 7, 2013 at the Westlawn Cemetery in Henryetta under the direction of the Jackson Funeral Home and Crematory in Okmulgee. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Jackson Funeral Home in Okmulgee. Military Honors will be conducted by the United States Navy and the Patriot Guard Riders.