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Tom Garringer Obituary

Tom Garringer
January l3,1949 -
October l6, 2013

Tom was born in Covina the youngest of Harold and Alyce Garringer's seven children.He was raised in Glendora and graduated from Glendora High School in 1967. He met the love of his life Carole Northrup in High School and they spent fifty happy years as soul mates.He was a painting contractor in Phoenix for over 30 years. He was very active in community affairs and many charities. He lost his battle with bone marrow cancer after eleven months but is now pain free andsafe in the arms of his Lord and Savior. He was a loving , caring husband, father, grandfather and brother. He is survived by his wife Carole, his daughter Tami and husband Mike, He was predeceased by his son Matthew in 2005. He has five grandchildren, Tara, Nicholas, Matthew, Mason, and Noah.Also survived by six siblings, Carole of West Covina, Joyce of Glendora Marjorie of Idaho, Bill of Laverne,Marsha of Texas and Judy of Phoenix and a large extended family. He will live in our hearts and memories forever.

Published by San Gabriel Valley Tribune on Oct. 23, 2013.
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June 15, 2014

Dear Tommy, please keep and eye on your Big brother Billy. Billy left us on March 31, 2014. And I miss him so much. He is in a better place and I hope you and him are playing baseball as Billy said he wanted to play baseball with his baby brother.Please watch over all of us. We love you, Billy, Jack, Matt, David, Mom and Dad Garringer...

Rosemarie Garringer

April 23, 2014

Im sorry Carol!!!!! Tom and Matt were good men!!!! jeff klock

April 21, 2014

You were a great neighbor to my mom lois bral. Really sad to hear about Matt passing away. Carol and Tammy, God give you strength during this difficult time. Becky Bonacci

January 10, 2014

Tom touched the lives of all of us involved in his care at BTMC. We grew to truly love him, and his beautiful family, and will miss you all so so much. Carole, if you read this, I'm very sorry that I didn't find out about the funeral until afterwards. I so wanted pay my respects, and to see you again and give you a hug.

Jennifer Chapman

October 30, 2013

Rest in Peace Tom! Love & prayers, Joe, Robbie, Kayla, Amanda,And Tawnie Mozeris

October 27, 2013

Tom made everyone he came in contact with feel like they mattered. He was always friendly, a good listener, with a great sense of humor. We feel honored that we got to spend so many wonderful times with him. He will never be forgotten, and we will continue praying for this awesome family.

Randy & Barb Cage

October 25, 2013

I am happy to have had the chance to know tom. he was a great man and i know every one who knew him will miss him very much.

John Graham

October 24, 2013

I am sorry for your loss. I was an old neighbor from Glendora off Carroll and Pennsylvania Ave. I new tom when he was small then we all grew up and moved but I remember the family, my prayers are with all the family.

PETRA (TORRES) KELLEY

October 24, 2013

Dear Carole, Tami, and family,
I can barely express my sorrow as I sit here and think about the years since I first met all of you and how much fun, laughter, and memories I have. I can never think of Tom without thinking of his joy in reminding me of the "special dinner" I prepared for all of us. I cannot imagine your lives without him but pray that God will guide you through this difficult time. Love to all of you.
Joyce Meyer

October 24, 2013

We were all so fortunate to know this amazing man. He was much loved especially by Caleb who referred to him always as Papa.Prayers for you and Caleb's best friend Mattio..

October 24, 2013

To a great brother whom I will forever love and remember and you are now in the hands of our loving Heavenly Father, no more pain. You have left us with great memories and a special love which will always be cherished. From one of your great siblings, Marsha

Marsha Church

October 23, 2013

Tami you and your family are in my prayers. He was too young and it was too soon. I am so glad you worked with him - so many memories to share. Take care my friend.

Sheila Hall

October 23, 2013

I have known and done business with Tom for 25 years, and what a great man to do business with. On a personal level he's one of those guys you just love to hang around with because you knew he had principles. He always had a smile and I was sure we would have a good laugh together. A real brother. Tom, I'll miss you.

Michael Smith

October 23, 2013

Tom was the most wonderful man we had the pleasure to call a friend for the last 28years. We will miss him with our whole heart and keep his loved ones in our prayers,

Janine & Brad Henderson

October 23, 2013

Tom, You were a Mentor, a Role Model, a Boss, a Husband, a Son, a Brother, a Jokester, a Gambler, a Painter, Grandpa, Tommy and to me a Great Friend. I will never forget you and always love you for the kind soul you were. Will & Dawn Hopkins

Will Hopkins

October 23, 2013

Dear Carol and Tami, Kurt and I are very sad to hear the news of Tom's passing. He was an amazing caring man and we have such great early memories of him. Know that we send you love and light during this time. Much love Kurt and Karen Wesson Kim Ricker

October 23, 2013

Your in our hearts and prayers. Love- Billy, Rayanne, Madison, Bailey, and Hunter

October 23, 2013

In loving memory of this wonderful man. We will love you and miss you always.

Bill & Rose Garringer

October 23, 2013

Tommy, your big brother Bill and I know you are in a better place and no longer in pain. You are whole again looking down at us as you are "Our special guardian Angel". In loving memory of a wonderful man. We will love you and miss you always, as we celebrate your life....

Bill & Rose Garringer

October 23, 2013

I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray that God gives you comfort. God Bless.

Rene Herrera

October 23, 2013

I am so blessed to have known Tommy and Matt and to know two lovely ladies who along with all of us are suffering. Look up and smile....he is now! XO

Lisa Hulbert

October 23, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will continually be in my thoughts and prayers.
Michele Tellez

Michele Tellez

October 23, 2013

Thank you so much Sis for this lovely tribute. I'll never forget his sister's holding Tom's hand while going through chemo it meant so much to all of us. I am blessed to have a wonderful extended family. All my love Carole Garringer

October 23, 2013

So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Mathews

Carol Mathews

October 23, 2013

Our hearts and prayers go out to all the family as we join you this weekend to celebrate Tom's life and legacy.

Dean Cowles

October 23, 2013

We love you Tom. So many memories of you as a child, a teenager, and the special caring man you grew to be.We will miss your laughter,your loving spirit, and the happiness you brought into all our lives. We know that you are resting in peace and have the knowledge that we will see you again in Heaven. Your "old" sister Carole and all the Messer family.

The Messer Family

October 23, 2013

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