7/8/1955 – 4/22/2017
Omaha – David Peter Salyards, 61, passed away April 22 following a short illness. A fourth-generation Nebraskan and lifelong resident of Omaha, Dave was born July 8, 1955, to Harry E. Salyards Sr. and Margaret E. (Skow) Salyards. He was a 1973 graduate of Benson High School and a 1978 graduate of the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, where his particular passion was music. A proud member of the Cornhusker Marching Band, he participated in a variety of other music ensembles. Indeed, music became his lifelong avocation; he was arranging a number of original works for keyboard, guitar, percussion and strings at the time of his untimely passing. Beloved husband, father, brother, and uncle, he married Cindy Welch on May 7, 1988. Their only child, Tim, was born September 11, 1993. Always a deeply-committed family man, he sustained his family first by becoming a Stay-At-Home Dad, and later by providing home-based care for his aging mother. The latter experience led to his finding his true calling in life: providing similarly devoted in-home care to the elderly through Home Instead. An avid reader, he had a lifelong interest in history, particularly Civil War history, fostered by researching details of the service of his Great Grandfather, Joseph Edward Salyards, veteran of the 34th Iowa infantry and 3rd Iowa cavalry, 1862-1865. He was a long-term fan of the Chicago Cubs, making his first trip to Wrigley Field with his new bride for their honeymoon. Later, he and his brother traveled to Boston together, where they attended games at Fenway Park, after which Dave adopted the Red Sox as his American League team. He is survived by his wife Cindy and son Tim, brother Harry and wife Phyllis, niece Shannon Salyards Burton and her husband Sean, and their children Samuel and Lily; nephew Scott Salyards, second cousin Ted Strasser and wife Phyllis, and several cousins.
Visitation Wednesday 5-7 PM Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, NE., Funeral Service 1:30 PM Thursday Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108t Street Omaha, NE. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery Omaha, NE. Memorials may be given to the Jack and Mary Alice Snider Fund, c/o the University of Nebraska Foundation.
I did not know David Salyards. But I’ve written a book about my mother who was related to Harry B Salyards (married in 1910 to Lily Mattson…aunt of my mother) and Harry E Salyards and have some info on these relatives. Harry E was born in 1920 according to my records. If anyone has any information regarding this family tree from years past, please contact me in Lincoln at 402-483-7099.
May angels lead thee to paradise
My Deepest Sympathy
To the family of David Salyards I send my condolences, nothing can prepare us for the loss of a loved one, may you find comfort in family and close friends, fond memories, and god who is the source of all comfort, Isaiah 41:10 says “Do not be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be anxious, for I am your God. I will fortify you, yes, I will help you, I will really hold on to you with my right hand of righteousness.’”
I was so surprised to hear the sad news yesterday. Kenra and I send our warmest condolences and deepest sympathy, and our prayers for the repose of his soul, and for all who mourn.
What a blessing Dave has been to our family for the past nearly four years caring for our parents, John and Mary. He has been a part of their lives, providing exactly the kind of care we wanted for them. He was such a positive light and has made all the difference in Mary’s final days and continuing to care for John. We thank you, Dave’s family, for sharing such a wonderful man with us. His passing leaves a hole in our lives that will be hard to fill, and we sorrow for all of you as you grieve his absence in your lives. We pray for you peace and comfort from our heavenly Father and the blessing of many good memories of this wonderful man.