He was a native and lifelong resident of Sulphur. Garland retired from the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury after 25 years of service. He enjoyed hunting arrowheads and working in his yard, especially flowers and plants.
Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Charlotte Dailey; his son, Damon Wayne Dailey; his brothers, Carl Dean Dailey and wife, Margo, and Rodney Dailey, all of Sulphur; two grandchildren, Kourtnee Silvers and husband, Raven, and Devin Dailey; his great-granddaughter, Saige Silvers; and his beloved dog and cats, Snowball, Sambo, and Sassy. He is preceded in death by his parents, Arnold and Hazel Dailey.
A private graveside service was held in Big Woods Cemetery in Edgerly. Andrew Moore officiated. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.