Condolence: My deepest condolences to Garys family for the loss of a son,a brother and a soldier.
Ill alway's remember the time I met Gary at the VA. We both served in the AIR CAV in VIETNAM. (So long my brother,till we meet again.)

Skippy C-2/8th 70-71

Condolence: My sincerest condolences to the family of Gary Oakes. I have many great memories of Gary from Goodwin Tech (Class of 1969) and Him playing the Bagpipes in my backyard. It sure brought out the neighbors to hear the fine music. Also lets not forget the late nights visits. They were a blast. The only thing bigger then Gray was his heart. RIP Gray

Condolence: I've known Gary and the Oaks for more than 50 years. my prayers are with you during you time of bereavement...good bye old soldier.

Ray Smith

Condolence: My deepest sympathy to the Oakes family. May God give you strength to get through this difficult time. RIP Gary...Rest easy!

Condolence: I grew up in Pinnacle Hights with Gary. My mother (Barbara Post) grew up with his mother Agnes. Gary and I reconnected a few years ago before I moved to AZ via Facebook. He had a great memory when it came to our childhood days. Talking with him brought back so many fond memories and names that I had sadly forgotten. And for that I will always be grateful to him.

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May he rest in peace.

Condolence: My sincerest condolences to the family of Gary Oakes. I will treasure the fond memories of Gary playing the Bagpipes at my daughter's wedding(Kevin&Teresa).
Auld Lang Syne


SHOULD auld acquaintance be forgot,
And never brought to min'?
Should auld acquaintance be forgot,
And days o' lang syne?

We twa hae rin about the braes, 5
And pu'd the gowans fine;
But we've wander'd monie a weary fit
Sin' auld lang syne.

We twa hae paidl't i' the burn,
Frae mornin' sun till dine; 10
But seas between us braid hae roar'd
Sin' auld lang syne.

And here 's a hand, my trusty fiere,
And gie's a hand o' thine;
And we'll tak a right guid-willie waught 15
For auld lang syne.

And surely ye'll be your pint-stowp,
And surely I'll be mine;
And we'll tak a cup o' kindness yet
For auld lang syne! 20

For auld lang syne, my dear,
For auld lang syne,
We'll tak a cup o' kindness yet
For auld lang syne.

Condolence: To the Oakes family. My condolences on your loss. We lived on Summit Road next door to you back in the mid 60's. I recall Gary being active in Civil Air Patrol, as was I, prior to my joining the USAF in '65. Several years ago Gary had sent me an e-mail and had updated me on some things and old memories. He even had sent me pictures of Pinnacle Heights before they were demolished.
Bruce Jasinski, Lubbock, Tx.

Condolence: i am so sorry for the loss of gary he was a great guy i just saw him at the VA hospital three or four weeks ago. michael

Condolence: My favorite bagpiper....I will miss you! Condolences to your family. As
you said to me at our last meeting...See you in Scotland!

Condolence: To the Oakes family, My deepest sympathy... I knew Gary from late 1950 (Pinnacle Heights).. We always had a good laugh with each other from being kids to out adulthood... My prayers are with you, RIP Trooper !!!!! Tommy Aldeuccio