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Sylvia Garrity Obituary

Garrity, Sylvia Irene, 86, entered into eternal life Friday, October 9, 2009 in Morristown, TN following a long battle with cancer. Visitation with the family will be 6-7 p.m., Thursday, October 15, with Rosary following at 7 p.m., and Funeral Mass 11 a.m., Friday, October 16, all at All Saints Catholic Church, Wichita. She was born March 16, 1923 to Albert and Nettie Meyer on the family farm in Coffee County south of Gridley, Kansas. She was married March 4, 1943 to Galen A. Garrity at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Wichita. After Galen finished his service during WWII they made their home in Wichita. She was married to her husband for 63 years and 2 days until his death. Sylvia worked as a bookkeeper at School and Park Supply Co.; a secretary at Kansas Newman College and research assistant for the Wichita Board of Education. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband and brother, Harvey Meyer. She leaves behind her son, Rev. G. Patrick Garrity of Morristown, TN; sister, Marjorie (Glen) Jack of Wichita; a number of nieces and nephews and a host of friends. All will greatly miss Sylvia's quick smile and loving nature. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established with the Guadalupe Clinic, 940 S. St. Francis, Wichita, KS, 67211 and All Saints Catholic Church, 3205 E. Grand, Wichita, KS, 67218. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. Tributes may be sent to the family via www.dlwichita.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Oct. 11 to Oct. 15, 2009.

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October 15, 2009

Pat, I know how sad it is to lose a parent, as I lost my dad this past year. But I know that finally Galen and Sylvia are once again in each others arms, no doubt dancing and sharing a nice glass of wine. I am sure Galen has many new stories to tell Sylvia! As hard as it is for all of us to lose both of them, we must rejoice in the fact that they are once again together forever!!!! Love you, call if you need anything!

Josiah Garrity

October 15, 2009

So Sorry to hear of you mother's loss. We will keep you in our thoughts. Jack, Jason, Josiah, and Rose Garrity.

October 13, 2009

Fr. Garrity:

The community of Knoxville Catholic High School offers its condolences on the loss of your Mother.

Be assured that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

God Bless.

Kristen Schaeffer

October 13, 2009

Father Garrity,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. You are in my prayers.
Kristen Schaeffer

JOHN MAHONEY

October 13, 2009

I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS FATHER. WE WILL KEEP YOUR MOTHER IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYS. JOHN MAHONEY

Rich Fricke

October 12, 2009

Fr. Garrity,

Very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Please know that Ali and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

October 12, 2009

Fr. Garrity: Just heard of your loss. We cannot make it to the church tonight. We probably should not be out in public. Caroline and her baby have the Swine flu. I have taken care of Raylee yesterday and today.

I know this will be a very difficult time for you. Your mother was such a beautiful person. Just like you. Please, if there is anything at all that I can do for you, please let me know.
Love, Ronnie and Conny

Bert & Susan Dykhuizen

October 12, 2009

Pat,

So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I know she is with her forever love, Gaylen, more importantly she is with Our Blessed Savior. No more pain, no more sorrow except for all of us who have lost another friend.

We have the hope through our Lord Jesus Christ to once more see her and all of our loved ones who have left this mortal coil and who have accepted His Saving Grace.

Wilbur Dorsey

October 12, 2009

Pat: We just returned from Colorado today and learned of your loss. Your mother was really a very kind and thoughtful person and I know she will be miss. Lou and I will keep you in our prayers.

Tiffany, Clarissa and Brittney

October 11, 2009

Patrick:, So sorry to hear of your loss. We all enjoyed her so much here in Wichita, We cleaned for her and your dad for a long time and enjoyed out visits there. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers!!!!

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