Gary Don DeFries

Gary Don DeFries, 51, of Paragould died Friday, Oct. 3, 2008, at his home. He was a tool and die maker and of the Baptist faith.

He was preceded in death by his father, Harold DeFries; paternal grandparents, Lytle and Gladys DeFries, and maternal grandparents, J.W. and Iva Vangilder.

Survivors include his mother, Mildred DeFries of Paragould; brothers, Jerry, Rick, Randy and Keith DeFries, all of Marmaduke, and Jim, Mike and Kevin DeFries, all of Paragould, and sister, Judy Hamilton of Paragould.

Funeral services were at 1:30 P.M. Tuesday, Oct. 7, at Heath Colonial Chapel in Paragould with Rev. Kim Bridges officiating. Burial followed in Pleasant Grove Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association. Those who wish may sign the online register at www.heathfuneralhome.com.