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Ira E. Garrett

Irving, Texas

1926 - 2004

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GARRETT, IRA E. (GENE) GARRETT, 78, a loving husband, father and friend, left this earth on Sunday, November 21, 2004 after a courageous battle with cancer. Gene's life was a blessing to those he loved and his life was an example for them to follow. He was born in Shreveport, Louisiana on...

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Betty, Rita and I would like to express our deepest smypathy and condolences for your loss. I was the NMA National Chairman in 2003 and Gene's leadership made an impact on the organization. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

On Behalf of the Executive Board, Board of Directors and the Staff of the National Management Association in Dayton, Ohio we extend Deepest Sympathy to the Garrett Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.

Wendell M. Pichon, CM
2005 NMA Chariman of the Board

Dear Betty,

You may not remember me but I worked with you in conjunction with Elizabeth Porter when my Agency held a conference in Dallas. We hired a speaker through you!

I am sending my sincere regrets at the passing of your beloved Gene. I so fondly remember how much in love the two of you were and how I came home to tell my husband about the you both. He was such a charming, gracious man and a true role model for other men.

Please know I am...

Dearest Betty:
My Friend and my sister:
I send you my deepest, heartfelt sympathies and condolences at this most difficult time in your life's journey. I was blessed and priviledged to have experienced the love and warmth and caring of the Betty/Gene "connection." I don't think I have ever known two more perfectly matched people and I am so glad that I was able to share such special times with the two of you, together. Gene's spirit will live on - he touched so many! His legacy...

Betty and family,
Gene will be missed by many. Please know that you can contact me if there is anything that I can do for you.
Respectfully,
Jennifer

Dear Betty,

Gene was so special to us! We'll never forget the fun times we shared and his laugh. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We love you!

Dear Betty & Family:

We would like to offer our deepest sympathy and sincere condolences during this time of sorrow. The many things that you and Gene have done for the hospitality industry are remarkable. Your help and support in various areas of speaking and meeting planning was very much appreciated. WE hope that you will find the comfort of the Holy Spirit and that your faith will support you during this time of need. Thank you for all you have done and we will remember...

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.