Gary Ray Wyas of Holiday Island, Ark., was born November 7, 1951 in Douglas County, Mo., son of Raymond and Helen (Freedman) Wyas. He departed this life Wednesday, June 7, 2017 in Eureka Springs, Ark., at age 65.
Gary proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He loved to refurbish old stuff and loved his dogs.
On Sept. 11, 1993, he was united in marriage with Penny (Johnson) Wyas, who survives him. He is also survived by his children, son, Larry Stuthers of Virginia; daughter, Christine Wyas of O’Fallon, Missouri; daughter, Maggie Compton of De Soto, Missouri; mother, Helen Wyas of Chandler, Arizona; sister, Pamela Wyas-Mareck of Phoenix, Arizona; eight grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Wyas and one brother-in-law.
Memorial services will be scheduled for a later date. Arrangements under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service, Inc. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com. © Nelson Funeral Service, Inc. 2017