Gary Messick
Gary played many clubs and private functions in the Salinas and Monterey Bay area. He was a regular at the Italian Villa and the Carriage Room.
Anyone that would like to contribute pictures or information on Gary would be welcome.
Below are some comments from people that knew and worked with Gary:
Troy Spady: Gary Messick played the Italian Villa often...as well as some of our private parties...a great talent and a great guy.
Rod Varney: I was lucky enough to play with Gary that last few years that he was alive...he was a great talent/entertainer...and one of nicest human beings I've ever had the pleasure to have known. Miss his great voice and humor.
Gary Richards: When I worked at Gadsby's in Salinas, he would come in, tell jokes...ask about you and your family...your gigs...anything....a truly great guy.
Sammy Dee: Gary also opened his own music store on N. Main St. in Salinas, but I just don't think it was a good location and he closed it. He was always willing to try and work hard.
Marilyn Victorine Parr: He also owned the Choclate Dipper in Salinas with his wife Molly until his death. Great Guy and wonderful person.
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