Michael Eugene Garrett

Michael Eugene Garrett obituary, Richmond, VA

Michael Eugene Garrett

Michael Garrett Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Nov. 19, 2009.
GARRETT, Michael Eugene, 55, of Henrico, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, after a courageous battle that he fought for five years. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Debra Walker Garrett; his daughter, Michelle Diane Garrett; grandson, Jace Michael David Garrett; two devoted friends, Chuck and Mike Akers. Michael was a retired employee of Reynolds Metal Company. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009 at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave, Richmond Va., where services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday. Interment will follow at Washington Memorial Park, Sandston.



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November 16, 2010

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November 16, 2010

WORDS CANT EXPRESS HOW MUCH I LOVED YOU AND ALWAYS WILL MY BROTHER IF I COULD WRITE ABOUT ALL THE GOOD TIMES WE HAVE HAD THE PAGES WOULD REACH HEAVEN WHERE YOU ARE NOW, I LOVE YOU MIKE.

Michelle

November 24, 2009

My Dad was the most wonderful Dad a girl could ask for, He was fun, kind, and very funny. He just got hit with this terriable disease. I Love my Dad dearly and I know He will be looking down of my mom, Jace and myself. I will forever miss my Dad and he really was the strongest man Ive ever met, He loved his family more than anything, He also loved Jace as if he were his child sometimes he would call him his son, I'd remind Dad were not from west virginia Dad would laugh. I know now I have to do whats right because He loves Momma so much that he stayed as long as he could to take care of her. My Dad will always be missed and I dont know how Mom Jace and Myself will get through this but I know my Dad would tell me to keep going and take care of his grandson the right way. The only thing I have to believe is that if GOD brings you to it he will be the one to get you through it. It just seems so unfair and so understandable, I Lost half of my Heart losing my Dad and Dont know what I will do without him. He was never wrong about anything he told me, maybe so silly things he did but he knew what was right and how to raise a child and I am blessed to have had such a wonderful Father. I Love you Dad and I know you will be waiting on Momma me and Jace so we can be a family again. I Love you Daddy and I will always be your little girl!

November 19, 2009

Debbie and Michelle, I am so sorry for your loss. Mike and I shared some good times; and some really GOOD TIMES during the times we shared together.I am proud to have been his friend....Cricket

Trudy Mason

November 19, 2009

Debbie and Michelle our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.Mike was a good friend for many years.He's in heaven with Wayne now,they will look out for each other till we see then later.Will miss you Mike.

Nancy Tyler

November 19, 2009

DEBBIE I am so sorry to hear about Mike. I remember the times we would laugh and talk . You and Mike would come over and my ex-husband and Mike would talk . Time will heal saddness and remember that memories will always be with you and Michele. We are not promised tomorrow so just take one day at a time and remember God will be with you and your daughter. Nancy and Timmy Dunn.

November 19, 2009

Dear Michelle and Debbie,
I pray that God will hold you in the palm of his hand through this difficult time. He is now in a better place talking to Jason and my family, walking the streets of gold, and best of all he is not SUFFERING anymore. Be strong and cherish the good memories. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
Love,
Amy Maye

Jenny Dunn

November 19, 2009

Debbie & Michelle you both are in my thoughts and prayers.My dad and mike are friends and have been for a long time.I know the pain you feel for I have lost my son a few months back.There are no words to say that will take your pain away but as i am doing now you have to think about the time you had with him and know he loved his family very much.i remember as a little girl living next door and we would come to the pool often.I saw mike a few years back and he noticed me as soon as i steped out of my car and we talked for a little while.Michelle i just recently saw you also and talked with you.I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.Just remember he wont suffer any longer.He will be above us looking down on us and smiling knowing one day you all will be together again.

Katie Turner

November 19, 2009

Dear Debbie & Michelle,
I'm am so sorry for your loss. I know Mike fought a good fight, he was one tough, kind, and funny man. He loved you two, and Jace more than anything in life! May God Bless your family. I will continue to to keep you in my prayers.
Love,

Cheryl Cosner

November 19, 2009

Michelle-

I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I know it has been so hard the past five months and I can only hope your heart heals soon. Jason and your dad are looking out for you now. They will always be with you. Please let me know if you need anything.

Shelly Reed

November 19, 2009

Debbie & Michelle,
Words can not express the heaviness I feel in my heart for you. I am deeply sorry for your loss of a wonderful husband, father, and grand-father. Mike was a kind soul, and loved his family more then life itself. I will cherish the memories I have of him forever. He will truly be missed. He is in a better place and in pain no more. Michelle, you are your fathers daughter and he will live on through you. May God surround you with his love during this difficult time. Love you both.

November 19, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

November 19, 2009

Mike I met you a few times you were a good man. Debra and Michelle you are in our prayers and our condolences go out to your family. May God bless you and your family at your time of sorrow.

Linda and Wayne Wright
Richmond VA

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