Gary Lee Zentzis Obituary

Name: Celebration of life
Start: 2025-07-28T20:00:00
End: 2025-07-28T20:00:00
Location: Pines Cemetery

We bid farewell to Gary Lee Zentzis of Tekoa, Washington, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 16, 2025 at the age of 81. Gary Lee touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Dale Zentzis and Mary Edwards Zentzis. He is survived by: his wife Sharon Smith; his children, Michael Smith (Lynda) of Spokane, Shelli Harder of Spokane and Kelli Olson (Dan) of Des Moines, WA; his grandchildren, Kadie (Rob), Kayla (Chris), Kelsey (Seth), Karissa (Carlo), Connor (Cait), Caine (Kristine) and Keenan; his great grandchildren, Everett, Teagan, Archer and Lincoln; and his brother Dale Zentzis of Spokane. He is also survived by his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gary's honor to Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, PO Box 34829, Seattle, WA 98124-1829.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Heritage Funeral Home & Cremation

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July 2, 2025

Patricia Thorsten wrote a sympathy message

“Motorpool working with Gary. His smile is still in my memory when I think of him. He was so helpful, like you, and supportive in helping a newbe in her first WSU job. You two were the dynamic dual! Thank you both for a wonderful experience and career. I send my sympathy to you and your families. Pat Hawkins/Thorsten”

July 2, 2025

Patricia Thorsten wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Sharon and family, I have thought of you and Gary over the years and wondered how to find you. Today's Lewiston Tribune had Gary's death notice. While I hoped it would be under different circumstances that I would contact you. I'm glad to have this opportunity even though it's not how I envisioned it. First off, I'd like to think you for the support you gave me in finally passing the typing test that would make me eligible to apply for positions at WSU. My first position was at the WSU Moto”

July 2, 2025

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Celebration of life

Pines Cemetery
12116 E 16th Ave, Spokane, WA 99206

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