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Peter Garris III, 58, St. Augustine, passed away on June 27, 2013, at Flagler Hospital after a brief illness. A native and life-long resident of St. Augustine he graduated from St. Augustine High School, class of 1972. Peter was employed as a bus driver with the St. Johns County School Board. Prior to working as a bus driver, he worked for Tree of Life for 25 years. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and was attending St. Paul A.M.E. Church. He was a member the Elks Lodge No. 649 and the American Legion Post 194. Peter also did work as a D.J. because of his love of music and he loved to be outdoors. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, July 13, 2013, at St. Paul A.M.E. Church with Rev. Ronald Stafford, New Mount Moriah Christian Ministry officiating. Minister Andrew Plummer, also of New Mount Moriah Christian Ministry, is the eulogist.
Those wishing to send floral arrangements, live plants would be appreciated.
He was preceded in death by his father, Peter Garris Jr., and two sisters, Carolyn Lucas and Lois Garris.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Cynthia Garris; his mother, Gladys Garris, both of St. Augustine; children, Peter Garris IV, St. Augustine, Edward Boyd, Fall River, Mass., George Boyd Wells, Hollywood, Calif., Hazel Boyd, Lynn, Mass.; sisters, Henrietta Evans, Hastings, Terry Garris, St. Augustine; mother-in-law, Hazel Pierce, Newport, R.I.; father-in-law, Sam Boyd (Brenda), Middletown, R.I.; brothers-in-law, Paul Boyd, Middletown, R.I., Anthony Boyd, New Bedford, Mass.; sisters-in-law, Debra Boyd, Beverlee Boyd, both of Newport, R.I., Helen Boyd, Jacksonville, Fla.; aunts, Drucilla Singleton, St. Augustine, Martha Johnson, Hastings; niece, Nicole Lucas; goddaughter, Breaujha Lewis, both of St. Augustine; two grandchildren, Eddie and Cynthia; his beloved dogs, China and Lily; and a host of other family and friends.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Pete, continue to take your rest in Heavenly Paradise! You are truly missed deeply here in earth. I will always remember your beautiful smiles and kindness to everyone. You were a special person and so was your well lived life. Rest In God´s Peace! Auntie Drucie.
Drucilla Singleton
Family
June 25, 2023
Pete I know you are resting in Jesus arms safely with the angels! We miss seeing your presence in St. Augustine. However your legacy remains here in our hearts continue to rest in God´s peace. Love Auntie Dru.
Drucie Singleton
June 25, 2022
Miss you cuz. RIH.
Deborah A Edwards
June 24, 2021
Pete you will greatly be missed by our family. However every rose we see and smell will always remind us of your love and sweetness. Take your rest and one day our souls will meet again in the clouds of the air with our Lord and Savior. Love Auntie Drucilla And Khristi
Drucilla Singleton
July 18, 2013
Prayers to your Family...May you REST in Peace in the LORD's arms.
Diana Cooper James-Wynder
July 18, 2013
You were loved by many, you will be truly missed!!
July 15, 2013
Mr. Pete - Thank you for taking such great care of our kids on the bus. You were truly a special man. We will miss you. Your family will be in my prayers.
Michele Craig
July 15, 2013
You have been missed at OPE , Mr. Pete! You touched many lives and many parents trusted you with transporting their children to and from school each day. Thank you for doing your job each day with a smile! Our prayers go out to your family.
Penny Kennedy
July 14, 2013
Dear Pete's family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Pete was a good friend and I will miss him.
Barbara Aponte
July 12, 2013
Mr. Pete you will be missed by so many! I enjoyed seeing you and chatting every afternoon at release time. My thoughts are prayers are with your family.
Sandi Watson (Ocean Palms)
July 11, 2013
"Mr. Pete" was a driver for our school. He was known throughout the school as this amazing man who kept control of his bus with love, kindness and respect for all of his passengers. My thoughts go out to his family. He will surely be missed at Ocean Palms Elementary.
Kelly Powell
July 11, 2013
Thoughts and prays are with the family at this time. I am thankful to have had PETE as a friend.
BLANCA SEMIDEY
July 11, 2013
Pete you were am amazing friend and coworker.You will be miss by everyone.
My thought and prayer go out to all of the family.
Carolann
July 10, 2013
God got another angel with you Pete. Thank you for taking this yankee under your wing, showing me ropes down here and making sure I didn't get in trouble. I am so thankful for having had a true friend like you. Definitely one of a kind. You will be very missed my buddy. My memories of you are good and full of laughter. Godspeed my friend.
Cynthia and family, my prayers and condolences.
Dannie Scozzari
July 10, 2013
Deepest sympathy for your loss.
Jackie Russaw Allen
Tampa
July 9, 2013
Cynthia, I was so sorry to hear that Pete passed away, now you have another Angel to watch over you. I'll always remember that Pete always had a warm friendly smile for everyone. May you, the family and his friends continue to be blessed with guided strength, courage and wisdom in this time of sorrow and beyond...Love you, Smooches!
Joyce Islam
July 9, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Sincerely,
Alison Ratkovic
July 9, 2013
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
BEVERLY TROTMAN
July 8, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of loss. He will be missed and never forgotten. He was a great man.
Heather Moulder(Reese)
July 8, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
HERBERT SIMMONS SR.
July 7, 2013
You were an amazing bus driver Mr. Pete. You really cared about all the students and always had a smile on your face. Thank you for buying a slurpee for my sister that one day, you really made her day. High school is not an easy time for most people, and you always tried to make our day a bit brighter.I wish more people in this world were like you, the world would be a better place.Heaven gained a wonderful angel. My prayers go out to Mr. Pete's family and friends. You made a difference in this world. See you in heaven Mr. Pete.
Aubrie Simpson
July 7, 2013
Dear Pete,
I cannot tell you how many times I planned on stopping by the "next time" I got back to SA. Something always seemed to get in the way when I finally got there. I always thought you would always be there. I never thought I would see you here first. Wasn't it just a while ago we were giving Pope the business about his latest girlfriend? It seems like yesterday that I ran into your dad.....where did the time go, old friend.
sloane freeman
July 5, 2013
We are so sad & sorry to hear of Petes' passing. We both had the pleasure to work w/him ,me for over 20years & was proud to call him friend. May Gods' peace & comforting love cover all & know our prayers & love are w/ you. Joe & Joellen Murray
Joe & Joellen Murray
July 5, 2013
My friend I will always be grateful to you for encouraging me to become a driver. I will miss your wit and laughter and helpful ways. Driving will not be the same. I miss you.
Vicki Lovett
July 5, 2013
Our prayers and condolences to the family of Pete. May God grant you peace in this time. Pete was a very special person.
Judie and Tony Kubik
July 5, 2013
My heart is so heavy hearing of my uncle's passing. " I will always remember him saying to us " Family Got to stick together" & before each departure he would hug me and say "love you, call me if you need something"!!!!! My human side doesn't understand why things happen in life the way they do sometimes, but i know that God is too wise to make any mistakes... Psalm 91 Safety abiding in the presence of GOD.91A He who dwells in the secrect place of the most high shall abide under the shadow of the almighty. I will say of the LORD, " He is my refudge and my Fortress: My GOD, in him I will TRUST... Sending Love and Prayers to Auntie, Gladys, Lil Pete and rest of the family.....
Tammie Jackson
July 4, 2013
R.I.P Peter
donna oxendine
July 2, 2013
To The Garris Family:
May it bring you solace to know how many lives have been deeply touched by “Pete”.
He was a great friend and co-worker who would go out of his way to help you when needed. All who had any contact with him over the years will surely miss him.
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Elver Owens
July 2, 2013
Cynthia and Gladys,Vera and I are very sorry to hear about the passing of Pete.He will be missed by all that knew him. He was a lovely person and friend.
Robert & Vera Braden
July 2, 2013
Rest in peace Cuz. I will see you in heaven. Love Deborah
Deborah Edwards
July 2, 2013
"To be absent from the body is to be present with the lord."- So Sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Pete. May the lord always bless and keep you and your family, Mrs. Cynthia.
Daniel Carter
July 2, 2013
RIP Pete. You will be missed at the bus transportation. God bless his family.
July 2, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Barbara Prelow & Family
July 1, 2013
May the peace of the Lord be with the family during this difficult time.
The Hunter Family
July 1, 2013
To the Garris family GOD will see you through love the Young family,and you are in our prayers .
Jo-Ann Young
July 1, 2013
Cynthia So sorry to hear of the passing of Pete whenever We were in St Augustine it was always good to see him. You and your family are in our prayers Love Debbie and Amber Hood
Debbie Hood
July 1, 2013
My prayer is that God continue to comfort you in your hours. Of grieving. God. Bless you.
micharl lLyons
July 1, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Pete's passing. He was loved by so many. Always smiling and cheerful. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Tabetha Brown
July 1, 2013
Cynthia and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Pete was a very special person and he will be missed so much by his family and friends. I remember every time I saw Pete he was smiling. Rest in Peace my friend.
Connie & Ronnie McDaniel
July 1, 2013
So sad to hear of Pete's passing. Cynthia and family, my heart and prayers so go out to you. Seek refuge in God's peace that only He can give.
Michelle Cosmato
July 1, 2013
I pray that God grant you peace during this your time of bereavement.
Marvin & Yvonne King
July 1, 2013
"Blessed are those who mourn for, they shall be comforted." Praying for you Family that God strenghten you today & always.
Andrew & Vickie Plummer
July 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with Pete's family. He's an amazing man and will be deeply missed.
Mark Bernstein
June 30, 2013
Prayers of Peace and Comfort for the Garris family.He will be greatly missed by many through out the community.
Sandi Sammons
June 30, 2013
Our prayers and love are with you. Rest assured, your loved one found peace at the close of the day. Your loss is heaven's gain.
Luetisia Boyd DeSue
June 30, 2013
Mr. P always made me smile :) I will miss him dearly.
Karen Mason
June 30, 2013
Many Prayers being sent to the Garris family. Pete was a great coworker and friend and will be missed by many.
Sheryl Shugart Hitchcock
June 30, 2013
My heart goes out to all of you! Such a loss for us at transportation and the community itself! I loved working and training with Pete. He will truly be missed.
Michele Ayers
June 30, 2013
A wonderful, sweet, caring man. The children he drove to school, on field trips and camps will forever miss Mr. Pete.
Sheri Thomas
June 30, 2013
Sending prayers to Pete's family, friends and co-workers. He was an amazing man who will be sorely missed by all who knew him. I'm very sorry for your great loss.
Anne Gagliardi
June 30, 2013
Thinking of you
Cynthia DuBose
June 30, 2013
Sending the Family and Friends and Co-Workers
My Heart goes out to you he is an Amazing Man an will be deeply Missed..((HUGGS)) I will send Prayers for your Comfort. ..
Cynthia DuBose
June 30, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. I hope you can find comfort in the words written at (Jeremiah 29:11,12)
JW
June 30, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
felicia carswell
June 30, 2013
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