Gary Gene Salyards, 66, passed away Wednesday, March 2, 2016.

He was born Jan. 22, 1950, in Bakersfield, Calif., son of William Salyards and Ivaleen Coble Salyards.

He enjoyed riding horses, fishing, playing cards, picking at flea markets and tinkering with small engines.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, David Salyards; a sister, Sharon Salyards Higginson; and a son, Jason Salyards.

Survivors include three children, Tony Gene, Lisa Diane and Gina Faye; 11 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were Saturday, March 5, at Bradford Funeral Home with the Rev. James Bradford officiating.

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