Gary Lynn Byer, 81 of Navarre passed away at his residence following declining health. He was born at Massillon, Oh, the son of the late, Warren and LaDean Fair Byer and has been an area resident. Gary, his father and son owned and operate Byer Auto Repair in Beach City. Gary was a member of Navarre Moose and Brewster Anglers Club. He is survived by his soul mate, Darlene Fritz Byer whom he married in 2002, sons; Todd Byer and Chris Byer both of Navarre, daughters: Melissa Stutzman of Smithville, Jennifer Riegle of Massillon, E. Kelly Hollinger of Canal Fulton and Jill Wenger of Dalton, eleven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A family graveside service will be held in East Union Lawn Cemetery, Navarre. Memorials may be made to Erie Valley Fire and Rescue, 34 Main St., Navarre, Ohio 44662 or Tunnel to Towers, 2361 Highland Blvd., Staton Island, N. Y. 10306.