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John Garrett Obituary

John L. Garrett, 64, of Beaumont passed away on Friday, July 18, 2008 at Memorial Hermann Baptist Hospital. Funeral service will be held Friday, July 25, 2008 at Scott Olive Baptist Church, 1050 Ewing St. at 11:30 a.m. under the direction of Mercy Funeral Home. Public viewing will be Thursday, July 24, 2008 from 12:00 noon until 6:00 p.m. at Mercy Funeral Home, with visitation on Friday, from 9:00 a.m. unitl time of service at the church. A native of Opelousas, La., he resided in Beaumont for over 50 years and retired from Texaco Refinery with 30 years of service and after his retirement, he worked part-time with Baton Arms. Survivors are; his loving wife, Carolyn Bonton Garrett; daughters, Shawneque Guillory (John), Ericka Turner (Jeffery) and Tonya Randle, all of Beaumont, and Joanne Garrett, of Houston; son, Jonathan Garrett (Pearlina), of Beaumont; sisters, Eunice Allen (Morris), of Beaumont, Lillie James (Joseph), of Kenner, Louisiana and Jeanette Gorrell (Larry), of Beaumont; 10 grandchildren;and a host of other relatives and friends.
Published by The Beaumont Enterprise on Jul. 24, 2008.

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Kristoff Grogan

July 28, 2008

Me-Me, I will miss paw-pee very much. I want you to know that even though I was not there physically I was there in spirit. The good times will see us through the hard times. May God keep you strong during this time of bereavment.

Ruth M. Grant-Buffington

July 24, 2008

To Eunice, Carolyn and the rest of the family:

John was truly blessed to be loved by each of you. You must know that God will forever smile on you for your love and devotion to him, especially during his illness. I pray that your memories of him will sustain you, your families and all who knew and loved him. May God bless and keep you in his care.

Patricia Beckett-White

July 24, 2008

Carolyn & Family: Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. There is no earthly sorrow that God cannot heal.
Patricia Beckett-White & Phyllis Beckett (Your Class-mate)

Linda Hill

July 24, 2008

To The Garrett Family: May God keep you in his care, and strengthen you during this time.

Elton & Waldine Small

July 24, 2008

To the Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during your hour of grief. God is faithful never to leave you and will be with you to comfort, strenghten, and keep you.

Pastors Elton & Waldine Small

CITGO TREATING PLANT

July 24, 2008

TO THE GARRETT FAMILY AND FRIENDS OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL. YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY

Helen Roach

July 24, 2008

To the family, I know we all will miss Garrett and we all have faith and trust to know that God has a plan. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

PATRINA BRUNO

July 24, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.I LOVE YOU MEME.

Ester Egins

July 24, 2008

At this time,when words can't tell you All that our hearts would say. Just know this message brings love and sympathy today. My love to all of you.
Ms.Ester R. Egins & Family

William Washington

July 24, 2008

It is truly with my deepest condolences and a heavy heart that I say "goodbye" to my uncle as he has fought a good fight. There will always be an empty spot in my heart where you once took residence. I am honored to be an honorary pallbearer for you. Now, may your journey home be peaceful and may all of our relatives who have since gone welcome you home with open arms. God Bless You and may God Keep You!!

Sandra Robinson

July 24, 2008

During this difficult time, may the confort of God's loving arms carry you through the quite moments, and bring you peace.

My Deepest Sympathy
Sandra Robinson & Family

marcia garner

July 24, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Patricia Reed-Henderson

July 24, 2008

It is always a sad (earthly) thought when someone that we love has gone to be with the Lord. But Rejoice in the Lord always. We cherish the time we spend with one another and love them as long as we can. My family has you in their prayers. The Garrett-Reed Family in Houston, Texas

Natasha Edwards-Lovelace

July 24, 2008

My prayer for your family is that God will give you peace that surpasses all understanding. May God bless you and keep you in your time of sorrow.

Edward/Gwendolyn Carter

July 24, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Linda Williams

July 23, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Roynald Allen Sr.

July 23, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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