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George Albert Garr Sr.

George Albert Garr Sr. obituary, Louisville, KY

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George Garr Obituary

GARR, GEORGE ALBERT SR., 87, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at Sts. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital.

He was the former owner of George Garr Painting and Wallpapering, a member of Holy Name Catholic Church where he was past president of the St. Vincent dePaul Society and a World War II Navy veteran.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Laura Jean Odgen Garr.

He is survived by his sons, Joe Garr, George Garr Jr. (Mary), Richard Charles Skaggs (Diane) and James Sturgeon; daughter, Bonnie Robbins (Bobby); sister, Linda Pardieu; brothers, James Garr, Kenneth Garr, Johnny Garr and Donald Ray Garr; 18 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

His celebration of life Mass will be held 9:30 a.m. Saturday at his church, 2914 So. Third St. with burial in Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation 3-8 p.m. Friday at Joseph E. Ratterman & Son, 7336 Southside Dr.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the St. Vincent dePaul Society.

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Published by Courier-Journal on Feb. 22, 2013.
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I HAVE BEEN KNOWING THE GARR FAMILY ALL MY LIFE OF 62 YEARS.MY FAMILY FROM ALABAMA HAVE ALWAYS BEEN IN THEIR FAMILY AND THEY HAVE BEEN IN OUR FAMILY.KENTUCKY WILL NOT BE THE SAME.SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.

JAMES & MARCIA MANNING

February 28, 2013

I am truly sorry for your loss. George was a good man that took care of family and helped others in need. My sympathies go out to the entire Garr family. I am sorry that I was unable to attend the visitation or funeral.

Greg Stickler

February 25, 2013

George and Mary, So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Carol Jensen

February 22, 2013

So sorry for your loss. George will be missed by many. The entire Garr family is in my prayers. Aundrea and Joe. May the Lord bring peace to your hearts during this time. Celebrate your Father/Grandfathers life!

Victoria Morales

February 22, 2013

The Lord will not give us more than we can handle. Beverly M.

Beverly M

February 22, 2013

Micke and April, So sorry to hear about your loss. Know that We are praying for your whole family. God bless and keep you all. Beverly, Larry, Alex and Alivia

Beverly Mcmillan

February 22, 2013

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