Buster Allan Grider

Buzz passed away March 3, 2018, at home unexpectedly in his sleep. He was born June 18, 1957 in Ventura, CA to J.T. and Elaine Grider. The Grider family moved to Bakersfield in 1961. Buzz was very active and athletic throughout his life. Playing football from a young age for the Jack Frost Little League to Highland High then onto Arizona State where his team went undefeated in the Fiesta Bowl. He finished his football career at San Diego State. He continued to play recreational sports like rugby and slow pitch softball. He was very involved in his children’s little league sports, whether it was coaching or sponsoring the teams. In 1979, Buzz became one of the owners and operators of the family business, Jennings Transfer and Storage. If anyone ever needed moved he was the one to call and get it done. He was an avid motorcycle rider. He enjoyed taking trips on his Harley with groups of buddies to places including Laughlin, Sturgis, and Mexico. Buzz was a true friend to all and will be greatly missed. His laugh, hugs, smile, and back rubs will forever be in our hearts. Buzz is survived by his father J.T. Grider and sons Brandon and Blake Grider. He is preceded in death by his mother Elaine Grider and stepmother Jaque Grider. A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, March 16th, 11 a.m. at Hillcrest Memorial Park in the Chapel.