Edward "Eddy" Gentry

Eddy Gentry, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at home with his family by his side.

He was born January 1, 1953 in Haynesville, LA to Earl Wayne “Pete” and Jeannette “Jenny” Reed Gentry.  He lived in Lake Charles since the 7^th grade. He worked as a Machinist for Citgo Refining.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his sons.  He was a loving, supportive father who was always willing to help and give advice.  He was a prankster who loved having fun with family and friends.  He considered his friends to be family.

Those left to cherish his memory are, his beloved wife, Beth; his three sons, Ben Gentry (Tish), Clint “Bubba” Gentry, and Seth Gentry (Jenefer), all of Lake Charles; grandchildren, Jake, Jenna, and Jase Gentry; his stepmother, Betty Taylor Gentry; numerous nieces and nephews, and his brother-in-laws, and sister-in-laws.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brothers, Mark Clay Gentry, and Michael Wayne Gentry.

His funeral service will be held 3:00 PM on Saturday, June 6, 2020 in the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel.  Reverend Brian Fitkin will officiate.  Visitation will be at the funeral home from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Friday evening, and will resume on Saturday from 2:00 PM until the time of the service.  Cremation will be entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles.

The family would like to give special thanks to the nurses and staff of Heart of Hospice for their care and compassion during his final days.