Gary Wayne James

1947 - 2013

Gary Wayne James March 28, 1947 - July 30, 2013 Gary Wayne James was born in Fresno, CA March 28, 1947. He died at his home in Pipe Creek, TX, July 30, 2013 at age 66. He was one of nine children born to Everett and Lorena James. He began his work career at Everett's Body Shop in Oildale, CA. He worked at Caliber Collision in San Antonio, TX the past eleven years. His brothers Bill and Herbert preceded him in death. Those remaining are Weldon, George, and John James, sisters Lola Kennedy, Janet Lee, and Pat Comstock. Gary was a "Best Dad" with his gifts of patience and kindness. He enjoyed his family, fishing, camping and gardening. He is survived by his wife Barbara, children Gary Jr., Lorena, Mark, Richard, and grandson Dakota whom he reared and six other grandchildren that will cherish their memories of him. A memorial service is planned at the family's church in San Antonio TX. www.bakersfield.com/obits