Stephen Craig Gentry

July 23, 1977 - August 1, 2016

Stephen Craig Gentry was born July 23, 1977 to Homer Henry Gentry and Susan (Smith) Gentry in Tarrant County, Texas. He went to heaven on Monday August 1, 2016 in Houston, Texas. He was 39 years old. Stephen graduated from Bowell High School in 1996 where he especially excelled at golf, and led his team to victory in District. He went on to become a member of the golf teams at Weatherford College and Paris Junior College; he could play with the best! .He truly was talented in all his did. He found his niche in carpentry. Whether the smallest of jobs to the biggest you knew Stephen's work when you saw it, because it was amazing to behold. He would later become Trim Foreman for Underwood Construction. Not only did he build for a living, he also used his talent for others. He was an active volunteer for Methodist Men, many community projects in Paris, Texas, projects within the Methodist Church Camp building cabins, and more. But what is most important about Stephen was his love for his sons Grey and Creed, and his family. He was a great uncle, loving father, kind son, caring friend, and a Christian man. He always put others before himself. Stephen gave the best hugs and had the greatest smile and laugh. He will be missed terribly. Survivors include his parents, Homer Gentry and Susan Daugherty; children Grey and Creed Gentry; siblings Gary Gentry and wife Leigh, Julie Underwood and husband Joe, Jason Daugherty and wife MaryAnn, Sheri Schmedt and husband Gary; best friend Autumn Stewart; nine nieces and nephews Amanda Story, Jared Brooke, Kayla Gentry, Samantha Ballard, Nick Gentry, Christian Underwood, Taylor Stubbs, Emili Underwood, Joe Henry Underwood, and seven great nieces and nephews Cason, Maddie, Karsyn, Raelee, Gentry Kaine, Rory, and Hoyt; and many other extended family members and close friends. If so desired memorials may be made to: Grapevine Valley Hope 2300 William D Tate Ave, Grapevine, TX 76051