Esther May Garten

Esther May Freed Garten, age 89, passed away, October 13, 2011 in Colorado Springs. She was born August 9, 1922, daughter of the late Walter Hiram and Grace Elizabeth Freed. Esther was a master seamstress and loved to spend her time crocheting afghans for her children and grandchildren. Esther became a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in February of 1975 while living in Security, Colorado. She served a mission and worked in the Denver temple 14 years. Esther is survived by two sons, Walter Garten and Steven (Diane) Garten; a sister, Naomi Noble; half sister, Eilene Clay; daughter-in-law, Jodie Garten; 14 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She is preceded in death by 4 children; Robin Garten, Jeannette Garten, Loretta Garten and Alan Garten. Visitation 9:30 to 10:30 AM, Saturday, October 15, 2011 with Funeral Service to follow at 11:00 AM, at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 325 Putnam Avenue, Security, Colorado 80911. Interment, 2:00 PM, Saturday, October 15, 2011 at Memorial Gardens, 3825 Airport Road, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Online condolences at www.evergreenfuneralhome.org.