Eric Jason Bayless, 37, formerly of Liverpool, NY, currently of Fort Drum, NY died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident on June 7, 2014. Eric's eight-year career with the U.S. Army included serving as a combat medic during a tour of duty in Afghanistan, during which time he earned his purple heart. Prior to that, he served six years with the USMC.  He was a graduate of Liverpool High School, and a current member of Torn Souls Veterans Motorcycle Club of NY. Eric is survived by his parents, Edward Bayless and Deborah (Cornue) Bayless, of Liverpool, NY; brother and sister-in-law, Shannon and Kristal Bayless of Colorado Springs; nieces MacKenzie, Cora, and Kira; brother and sister-in-law, Brian and Angela Bayless of Cincinnati; nephew Caden; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and his beloved dog, Harley. Eric was a devoted son, brother, uncle, and Dallas Cowboys fan. He will be deeply missed by all. Visitation will be held Thursday, June 12th from 4-7 p.m. at Gang Memorial Chapel 104 Fordham Rd., Syracuse, NY 13201.  Funeral services will be held Friday, June 13th at 10 a.m. at St. Matthews Episcopal Church, 904 Vine St, Liverpool, NY 13088. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made in Eric's name to the American Red Cross. www.redcross.org