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Earvin Garland Obituary

Earvin W. Garland 83, departed this life on Friday, April 29, 2016 in Ocoee, Florida at 10:15 a.m. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955. He was a retired employee of Inland Steel with 37 years of service. Earvin was a faithful member of the East Glen Park Church of Christ in Gary, Indiana for more than 50 years. He is preceded in death by his wife Mae Garland, parents Aaron and Amanda Garland. Earvin W. Garland leaves to cherish his memories daughter, Yvetta (Darryl) Ammons; son, Winston (Felicia) Garland; 6 grandchildren, Keaton Ammons, Desmond Nunnery, Kacie Garland, Cody Garland, Kelsey Ammons and Darius Garland; great grandson, Jayden Ammons; 2 sisters, 2 brothers, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, church members and friends. Visitation Saturday, May 7, 2016 9:00am - 10:30am Funeral Services Saturday, May 7, 2016 11:00 am, all services at East Glen Park Church of Christ 505 East 45th Avenue. Interment Evergreen Cemetery.

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Published by Post-Tribune on May 6, 2016.

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james martin

April 30, 2023

great person as a friend and as a member of christ never will forget him and his loveley wife.

james martin

April 30, 2020

was a great person in the church and out,always attended the basketball games .also help my father Booker t. Martin in the church and was a faithful member, he will always be remember him and his wife.

Gerald, Tracie & Lindsey Simmons

May 12, 2016

Winston (Felicia) & Family,

When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief

What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls a butterfly. ~ Richard Bach

May 11, 2016

Winston our prayers are with you and Felicia during your time of sorrow. God never puts more on us than we can handle. Please keep the faith .

Sandra and Jeffrey Patrick

jerome magee

May 7, 2016

Winston
My condolences to you and your family. May God bless you and family.
Jerome (Bud) Magee and family

Shirley Grant

May 7, 2016

To my dear classmate, Winston and his family, my family and I send you our deepest sympathies.

Marisa Marshall

May 7, 2016

May God comfort the family during this time.

Iris PINKNEY

May 6, 2016

To my neighbors across the street for 30+ years, Yvetta & Winston, you have my deepest condolences. May he rest in peace.

Adoniss and Vivica Gibson

May 6, 2016

Yvetta, Winston and Family we extend out deepest and sincere condolences.

Vivica Montgomery-Gibson

May 6, 2016

So sorry to hear of your loss. May God strengthening you and your family during this difficult time.

JoAnn Barnes

May 6, 2016

Heartfelt condolences to Yvetta and Winston My family is praying for your family in this time of sorrow.

jimmy martin

May 6, 2016

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

May 6, 2016

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Jacqueline Holmes

May 6, 2016

I have so many memories of my uncle he was truly a blessing to our family .We will always love you and you will be in our hearts.

Charissa Johnson

May 6, 2016

Yvette and Winston I am so sad to hear about your Dad. Him and your Mom always looked out for my family, even after papa passed away. I will always remember his smile. I am praying for you all!! RIH

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