Brookfield, Wisconsin
Garvens, James A. Of Brookfield, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2012, from complications after knee replacement surgery at the age of 75. Jim is survived by his wife Lorna of 54 years. He is also survived by his children Jim, Jon, Jay, Grant and Sandy. Also his daughters-in-law Angie, Marlo and Angela and his grandchildren Ben, Jake, Logan, Alex, Ian, Asher, Ella, Nadia and Anna. Jim was a devoted member of Brookfield Congregational Church for 50 years and a leader in the City of Brookfield since 1991. In addition, Jim was a long time member of the Elmbrook Rotary Club. Prior to retirement, he held positions with Cambridge Electronics (Division President), Johnson Controls (Division President) and Globe Union (Division Vice President). Visitation will be held Monday, February 13, at the Funeral Home from 4 to 7 PM. Services will be held Tuesday, February 14, at 11 AM, at Brookfield Congregational United Church of Christ, 16350 Gebhardt Rd., Brookfield, followed by graveside Services at Wauwatosa Cemetery, where he will be laid to rest on the family lot. Memorials to Brookfield Congregational United Church U.C.C. or Rotary International would be appreciated.
Dear Mrs Garvens and family,
My condolences for Mr. Garvens, I will always have him as my family in Wisconsin in my heart, his kindness and generosity is something I will always carry with me.
Farid Bedwany
February 17, 2012 | Calgary, AB
Dear Garvens Family,
Words cannot express our sadness for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. G. left us all with great memories of laughter and unbelievable fun. Sending hugs your way.
Love
Deb & Kurt Ackermann
February 11, 2012 | Eagle, WI
Garvens Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Jim. We will pray for your family. Unfortunatly, my mom, Kate is in India right now, I have told her about Jim's passing but she won't be back until 15th. I am sure she will stop by to visit when she returns.
Love,
Steve and Susan Bloomberg
Steve Bloomberg
February 10, 2012 | Hartford, WI
