Gaylon Bernard

Gaylon Bernard, 81, born on February 12, 1937, in St. Augustine, Texas, passed away March 2, 2018. Gaylon was a loving wife, mother to her four daughter's, and grandmother of two. Gaylon married Jerry Wayne Bernard on May 21st 1958 in Waco,Texas. She and Jerry both attended Baylor University. As a new bride, Gaylon travelled to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Gaylon had a career in teaching and taught at Broadway Baptist School during the 60's. Gaylon was also a devoted mother to her daughter's, Robyn Renee, Crystal, Scarlett and Angelique. During the 80's Gaylon began a career in art and home decor. She ran a small business named Camelot that sold all her paintings and sculptures. Gaylon then opened a second shop called Scarlett Ribbons in California 1990. Her amazing talent and great eye for home decor was admired by all that saw her work. Gaylon cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren. She had an enormous heart for young kids and enjoyed spoiling them with gifts.

Gaylon (Tati to her grandkids) will truly be missed by her family and those that remember her wonderful southern cooking, hospitality, and kindness.

A viewing will be at Forest Lawn Mortuary on March 12th, 1pm to 8pm. The service will be the following day, March 13th at Forest Lawn. Doors open at 2pm and service starts at 2:30pm. All are welcome.

Forest Lawn
6300 Forest Lawn Dr.
Los Angeles, CA. 90068