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Ernest Garbee Obituary
Ernest Cleveland Garbee, Sr., 87, of Lynchburg, passed away with his family by his side, Thursday, February 23, 2012, at his residence. He was the husband of Margaret Mayhew Garbee. Born in Campbell County, he was the son of the late William Tyler Garbee and the late Lillie Lawhorne Garbee. Ernest was a retired superintendent for English Construction Company, where he worked for 48 years, and he was a member of Marsh Memorial United Methodist Church, where he volunteered for Meals on Wheels and served on numerous committees. He was also an honorary member of the Leesville Road Ruritan Club. Ernest also served our country in the US Army during World War II. In addition to his parents, Ernest was preceded in death by his brothers, Howard Earl Garbee and William Garbee and his sisters, Marion Hamner and Charlotte Wooldridge. In addition to his wife, Ernest is survived by his children, Ann G. Kostal (Steve Crandall) of Lynchburg, Phyllis G. Smith (Daniel) of Lynchburg, Ernest C. Garbee, Jr. (Martha) of Goode and Michael L. Garbee (Donna) of Lynchburg; two brothers, Clyde Garbee and his wife Julia of Forest and Keith Garbee and his wife Adreana of Lynchburg; sister-in-law, Rachel Garbee of Denton, NC; nine grandchildren, Matthew Smith (Susan), Kylie Gilleland (Ryan), Quinn Hall (Kendall), Sarah Watts (Michael), Victoria Stump (Jeff Wright), Taylor Garbee (Sam Bieri), Parker Garbee, Justin Garbee and Emily Garbee; five great-grandchildren, Raegan Smith, Kaleb Wright, Beckett and Merrick Gilleland and S.J. Bieri and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be conducted 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 27, 2012, at Marsh Memorial United Methodist Church with the Rev. Jonathan Falwell and the Rev. John Siegle officiating. Interment will follow at Fort Hill Memorial Park, where the American Legion Post 16 will present Military Honors. The family will receive friends, 2-5 p.m., Sunday, February 26, 2012, at Whitten Timberlake Chapel and at other times at the residence. Memorial contributions may be made to Marsh Memorial United Methodist Church. The family also requests saying a kind word or performing a kind deed to another individual in honor of Ernest.
Memories and Condolences
for Ernest Garbee
Barbara and Bob Lahm
February 17, 2019
Ernest, you will never be forgotten! Continue to RIP.
christine schwitzerlett
March 3, 2012
Ann
You have my deepest sympathy at the loss of your dad.Would like to have come to visitation
but had had a bad week need to rest.Yuo in my thoughts and prayers
chrsitine custer schwitzerlett
Charlie & Dru Wirt
March 2, 2012
Dear Garbee family so sorry to hear your Fathers passing. We pray your hearts will be quickly healed.
Jean (Smith)Thompson
February 29, 2012
Ann, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. May the Good Lord be with you and bless you in a very special way during this most difficult time. I will be praying for you and your family.
BHS Class of 1968
Larry Lewis
February 27, 2012
Ann and family, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. It has only been 5 weeks since my own dad passed away. It was so nice of you to attend my dad's visitation. I did not hear about your dad until late Sunday evening. You have all been in my thoughts and prayers today.
Caroline Matherly
February 27, 2012
Margaret and family, Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of such a sweet man. He was a true Southern gentleman and will surely be missed by all his friends and family.
Thoughts and prayers, Caroline and Bill Matherly
Kenny Tidwell
February 27, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Frances Chambers
February 27, 2012
Ann, Phyllis and family,
My prayers are with you during this difficult time in your loss. I pray that the many wonderful memories that you have will bring you peace and comfort as you cherish them. May God bless your family.
February 27, 2012
Very sorry to hear about your loss, but heaven has now received another wonderful believer. May God grant you peace during this difficult time.
Barry & Cheryl Pillow
Pleasant Garden, NC
Don & Martha Hudson
February 26, 2012
Margaret and family, we are so sorry to hear of Ernest's death. We are in Florida and happened to look at the deaths in the newspaper on the internet and saw the notice. Sorry we can't attend the funeral. We have so many fond memories of our good times together at Marsh Memorial before we moved to Appomattox. Love to all of you.
Elizabeth Farnsworth
February 26, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Ernest's death. All of you are in my thoughts.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Farnsworth
Mark Bryant
February 26, 2012
Margaret, Ann, Phyliss, Ernie, and Michael my condolences on your loss. I have good memories of Ernest when we were all growing up together.
Kathryn (Kathy) Johnson-Drury
February 26, 2012
I am sorry to hear of Ernest's death. I've know him since I was a little girl attending church at Marsh Memorial and remember him as very friendly. I called Polly and told her of his death. My sincere sympathies to Margaret and all the family.
February 26, 2012
Ann, JW and I are very sorry to hear about your Dad. You are in our prayers. Peace..Michele & JW Stinnett
February 25, 2012
I am so sorry to read of your recent loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything don't be afraid to call or ask. Thomas Keene & Denise Walker
February 25, 2012
KEVIN, SO SORRY ABOUT LOSING YOUR FINE UNCLE. HE LIVED A FULL LIFE!!
Barbara & Bob Lahm
February 25, 2012
Margaret, Bob and I are so sorry to hear about Ernest. I remember so well all the family reunions we used to have. I would always ask my mom, now which Garbee boy is that. She would go down the list of names for me. It wasn't until later in life I finally remembered who was who. One thing I will never forget is the way Ernest would smile each and every time I saw him. That smile will live on forever in his children and grandchildren. May God be with you and your family at this time of sorrow. Sending our love to you....
Tim Dillon and family
February 25, 2012
Mike and Family,
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your father. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
"It is always difficult to lose your dad, no matter what your age"
Fay Harris
February 25, 2012
Margaret, my heart and prayers are with you and your loving family at this time...how blessed you are to have had such a wonderful man as husband and father...I will always remember Ernest's warm and kind smile.
February 24, 2012
Ann and Phyllis, my heart goes out to you in this time of loss. Please know that my sincerest sympathy is extended to you and your family. Pam Dunn
Claudia & Bill Viar
February 24, 2012
Margaret, your devoted care for Ernest was an inspiration. Our prayers are with you and the family as you adjust to the days ahead without him but knowing that you will meet again.
Frank & Betty York
February 24, 2012
Ann and Family,Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these times. Earnest was good kind man. Frank and Betty York.
February 24, 2012
Ann and Family
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I know you have many fond memories to comfort you.
Jaunett S. Neighbors
Linda Adams
February 24, 2012
Ann and Phyllis,
Our prayers are with your family during this time. Losing your dad is difficult but God will give peace and comfort.
Lynn white
February 24, 2012
Iam so sorry for you loss of such a great man always with a warm smile and welcome for everyone. Julia and family no words can express how sad I feel I will see your dear one on the other side. Love and prayers Lynn and Family
Yvonne Allen
February 23, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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