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Gary Smalley, Popular Christian, Relationship Author, Dies

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A memorial service is scheduled for Christan author Gary Smalley, a man best known for his books on relationships.

The ceremony will be held on Saturday, March 19 at College of the Ozarks Chapel in Point Lookout, Missour, near Branson, and is open to the public.

His family announced his passing on Smalley's Facebook page Tuesday, "It is with heavy hearts that we announce Dr. Gary Smalley, at age 75, graduated to heaven last night."

The post continued, "This beautiful transition came to an end as these words were spoke over him, 'The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you;' ."

On his last appearance on CBN's The 700 Club, relationship expert Dr. Gary Smalley shared how he identified and overcame destructive beliefs by meditating on the Word of God.

Smalley was also mourned online by his Focus on the Family Colleague, Jim Daly.

"I especially loved Gary's sense of humor," Daly recalled on his blog. "He took the subject of marriage and family seriously, but he didn't take himself too seriously."

According to Smalley's Facebook page he was, "the author and co-author of over 60 best-selling, award-winning books along with several popular films and videos, which have sold over 12 million copies."

The Smalley family also posted their gratitude for the "outpouring of love and support" on his Facebook page.

Condolences can also be sent to Norma Smalley: Smalley Institute, 26205 Oak Ridge Drive, Suite 119, The Woodlands, Texas 77380.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to Camp Barnabas, a Christian camp for kids and teens with life-threatening illnesses and disabilities.

Donations can be made at: Camp Barnabas or by mailing a check to P.O. Box 3200, Springfield, MO 65808.
 

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