Michael A. Gentry

On June 6, 2010, Michael A. Gentry, 72, passed away at BWMC after a courageous battle with cancer.  He was born in New Bern, NC on April 13, 1938 and lived in Glen Burnie almost his entire life.  Beloved husband of Viola Gentry (nee Knotts) who is formerly of Elk Garden, WV.  He is predeceased by his parents, George and Jennie Atkins and two brothers, George Atkins III and Walter Gentry.  He is survived by his loving family, Mary Walker of Jacksonville (NC), Angela Atkins and Charlie Wyckoff of Ellicott City (MD), Rachel Monda of Glen Burnie, Mildred and Keith Moreland of Elk Garden (WV) and Clifford and Jean Knotts of Elk Garden (WV).  He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.  Mike worked for the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy as a Lab Technician for 44 years until he retired.  He enjoyed watching baseball and football and collecting coins.  He was a family man and especially loved spending time with both his family and dear friends.