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Gary Locklear (7-29-21) service 8-7-21

Gary Michael Locklear, 56, of Savannah, died on Thursday, July 29, in Savannah.
He was born in Newark, New Jersey, the son of Vellie Mae Roberts Benson. He was united in marriage to Debi Clark Locklear, who preceded him in death.
For the past 17 years, Mr. Locklear worked for Clayton Homes in Savannah as a lead man and supervisor. He previously worked for Frith Construction in Martinsville, Virginia for over 20 years.
He is survived by his daughter, Carla Shearon of Biloxi, Mississippi; mother, Vellie Mae Benson of Savannah; brother, Bobby Locklear of Savannah; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; niece and nephews.
Memorial services will be held on Saturday, Aug. 7, at 1 p.m., at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Savannah with Tim Wray officiating.
Following the memorial service, a memorial ride will be leaving the funeral home and ending at Mr. Locklear’s home.