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James E. Garrett Jr. CHESAPEAKE - James E. "Bucky" Garrett Jr., 45, of Peaceful Road, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2009. Born in Norfolk, he was the son of Virginia Warren Garrett of Chesapeake and the late James E. Garrett Sr. An avid sportsman, Bucky enjoyed shooting and shotgun sports. He was a wood craftsman for more than 20 years; he specialized in curved staircases. Including his mother, Bucky is survived by a brother, Matthew Clay Garrett of Chesapeake; uncles, Herbert Garrett, Charles R. Warren Jr. and wife Carolyn; an aunt, Catherine Garrett; as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. The graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Granby St., Norfolk. The viewing will begin Wednesday with the family receiving friends from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Great Bridge Chapel of Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, 653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. Friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.omanfh.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Mar. 10, 2009.

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vickie williams

March 23, 2009

My condolences to the Garrett family, Ginny may God continue to keep you strong during your time of grief...Vickie R. Williams

Wesley & Lori Peoples

March 11, 2009

Bucky had the best sense of humor. We will always remember that day in the late 1980’s when he ran off our porch to grab some of the golf ball size hail falling from the sky. He came back with his hands full and had the biggest smile on his face. When we asked if it hurt, Bucky said, “Hail yes it hurt!” We laughed for hours and had the best time that day. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family. Bucky will be missed. One more time for Bucky’s sake everybody say “Hail Yes”!

David Sigmon

March 11, 2009

Buck was one of the most generous and thoughtful friends I have ever had, closer to me than my own brother. The void left in my life is gapping, and will not, cannot be filled by another. His depth and breadth of knowledge, his understanding and his insight on so many subjects, brought a breath of fresh air to my day each time I had the pleasure of speaking to him. Too young, too soon. RIP.

Jay M

March 10, 2009

Brother Buck is a true gentleman. His loyalty to his friends is only surpassed by his love and devotion to his mother and brother.

I will truly miss my friend and brother.

Mark S.

March 10, 2009

For the past six years I've had the honor of calling Buck my friend. The care, concern and compassion he showed for others should be an inspiration to all of those who knew him. Vaya Con Dios My Brother

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