William Henry Garland, Jr.

William Henry Garland, Jr., 86, died Wednesday, April 27, 2016. Known to many as "WH" or " Buck," William was a people person and met no strangers just like his Daddy. He was born July 23, 1929 to Henry & Loraine Garland. There was never a greater love shown than what he had for his beloved sister, Annie Sue.Buck graduated from Dudley High School. He also attended North Carolina A&T State University, Howard University, and Xavier College. He studied Pharmaceutical Medicine, Biology, and Chemistry.He had a fulfilling life - traveling many places in the country for work, school, and the military. He served in the U.S. Army from 1951-1953. He also was an avid fan of the New York Theaters where he worked backstage on summer breaks and got to meet many celebrities. His favorite two were Leon Horone & Sammie Davis, Jr. He had a green thumb like no other and last of all, he loved animals and pets!A homegoing celebration will be held on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 at the Goldie Hargett Memorial Chapel, 905 E. Market Street, Greensboro. Visitation with the family begins at 11:00 am followed by a service at 11:30 am. Interment will follow at Piedmont Memorial Park.