Jerry F. Garner

Jerry F. Garner born Nov. 12 1940 and peacefully left us on March 31, 2010. He will be remembered for his contagious smile and enthusiasm for life. He greatly enjoyed spending time with family and friends, hunting, fishing and the great outdoors. Jerry graduated from Michigan State University with a degree of Bachelor of Arts and later received a masters of Arts degree from Eastern Michigan University. He spent 30 plus years as a realtor in the greater Mecosta County area, loving the real estate business. Jerry is survived by his son Tom (Terri) Garner of Stanwood, Mi. and daughter Susan (Paul) Rasmusson of Maumee, Ohio, his much loved grandchildren, Garrett & Brendon Garner, Eric, Jay and Anna Rasmusson. He is also survived by his sisters, Patsy (Jim) Cocking of Lakeview, MI. and Barbara (Bill) Richardson of White Lake, Mi. along with many nieces and nephews. Jerry also is survived by many life-long friends and buddies.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Debbie Garner, his parents, Pearl and William and his beloved companion, Jake.

A service celebrating his life will take place April 2, 2010, 10:30 am Friday at the Crittenden-Hansen Funeral Home of Remus, MI. Visitation 1 hr. before services on Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to Central Michigan Hunters for establishment of a youth education program or to WISE of Big Rapids. For online obit and register book see www.legacy.com.