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Randall Garrison Obituary

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GARRISON, Randall B. "Randy'' Age 42, passed away at 7:15 a.m. on Monday, November 28, 2005. Randall was born on January 17, 1963, in Pineville, Ky, the son of Jim and Wilma (Bowling) Garrison. He was a 1981 graduate of New Miami High School and had attended Lincoln Memorial University. Randall was a member of the Eagles 3986. On June 25, 1988, he was united in marriage to Katrina Massangale. For a number of years, Randall was employed with MRDD as an Employment Training Specialist. He had a talent and special love for special needs children and adults. Randall was kind-hearted, witty, loved by everyone who knew him, enjoyed fun in the sun, and loved to cook. He had a unique style and hated tacky. Randall is survived by his beloved family; his wife, Katrina Garrison; daughter, Jillian Alyce Garrison; son, Shawn Randall Garrison; his mother, Wilma Garrison; father, Jim Garrison; one brother, James "Bo" Garrison; two sisters, Joyce Chandler and Lucy (Kevin) Lakes; nieces and nephews, Keith and Dustin Saunders, Casey (Amber) Garrison, Kellie Rutherford, and Tara Lakes; special cousin and friend, Angela Garrison; and best friend, Jamie Hibbard. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Leonard and Lucy Bowling and Garrett and Harriett Garrison. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 1, 2005, at the Colligan Funeral Home, 437 South 3rd Street, Hamilton, with Pastor Doug Saunders officiating. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from Noon to 2:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home.

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Published by Journal-News on Nov. 30, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Randall Garrison

20 Entries

Darlene Ellington-Cameron

December 9, 2005

I am holding the wonderfully fun memories of Randall dear to me. I was enriched to have been a part of his life back in high school. Loving thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends.

Fondly,

Judy Adams

December 6, 2005

I am very sad to hear of your loss. I worked with Randall at Tri County Extended Care for years. He was always happy and loved working with the handicapped adults at the center. He was always willing to do whatever needed to be done. His loss will be deeply felt in the hearts of all the people that knew him.

Angela Garrison

December 6, 2005

The following is a poem about Randall that Erin Ruder wrote and read at the funeral. Thought I would share this w/ those of you who couldn't attend. It is beautiful.

RANDALL

A loving son and caring brother,

Your family and friends would want no other.

yet, you struggled, trying for perfection.

A husband you were for seventeen years,

Time filled with happiness and with tears,

As you chased your dream of perfection.

A father with a tremendous heart,

A legacy of love you did impart,

As you followed your dream of perfection.

Your recipes had to taste just so.

If the outfit wasn't right you'd just say, "NO!"

As you continued to look for perfection.

A sunny shore, a sandy beach,

Your ideal destination to reach,

As you enjoyed your idea of perfection.

You lived life with impeccable style,

Striving all the while,

To achieve your dream of perfection.

You are loved and we are filled with sorry.

More days with you we wish to borrow.

A wish that is impossible to fill.

Memories we'll use to help us heal.

As we remember you, a son, brother, husband, father and friend.

Who, we know for certain, in the end,

Is now basking in the glow of eternal perfection.

December 5, 2005

Leonard Rich

December 5, 2005

To Jim, Wilma, Joyce, Bo And Lucy. I am so sorry for your loss, words are not enough. I am sorry for not being able to attend the services. Randall will always be missed. My prayers are with you.

Leonard Rich - 1st. cousin

Dan, Mike, Theresa Martin

December 2, 2005

We want to assure you that the family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this time of bereavement. Randell had a great influence on so many of our lives growing up in New Miami Schools. To Randall's parents, "Thank you for the privilege of spending those years with your son and our friend, Randall."

Respectfully,

Dan Martin and Family

Pastor Sonny And Debbie Hurd

December 1, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss the entire Garrison family has our condolences. Randall was a kind and gentle person and will be sorely missed. He was a giver to all a very selfless person. That is so rare in people today. He loved and was loved by all he met.We will miss him but heaven is his new home . We are praying for you all with love... Pastor Sonny and Debbie Hurd Lighthouse Fellowship

Lisa & Terry DePew

December 1, 2005

Jim, Bo, Joyce and entire family:

We just heard about your terrible loss. We are so sorry and sending our love from Florida.

janet winkler

December 1, 2005

to wilma uncle jim bo lucy joyce iam very sorry to hear about randall it is a shock but i will always rember the good times we had i love him with all my heart love you all janet

Tanja Wheeler

December 1, 2005

Our deepest sympathy to Randy's family, especially his children.

Tanja Wheeler(Allen)Hamilton, Ohio

Traci Marelli (Allen)Annapolis, MD

Patty Sutton (Mooney)

November 30, 2005

I am so saddened by this, Randal was one of my closest friends in High School. I remember so many fun times and good times there was NEVER a dull moment when He was in the room, my thoughts and prayers are with his family. He will be missed by so many people. Bless you. sincerely, Patty Sutton (MOONEY)

Donna Henley

November 30, 2005

I am shocked and saddened by this horrific news. My prayers are with Randall's family and friends. I feel very fortunate to have known and laughed with him. So long, Randall, you will be greatly missed but happily remembered by the New Miami Class of 1981!

Kim (Perry) Downard

November 30, 2005

My thoughts and prayers go out to Randall's family...Randall was always so kind to me and I have so many memories of him from school. Even though things seem so tough now, I just want the family to know to please keep that sense of humor that you all have to make it through. I have never been around such a funny and close family. You all are great..stay strong. Kim

Ashley Miller

November 30, 2005

I am very sorry about your loss. Randall was one of the funniest, nicest, sweetest people I have ever met. He was a blessing. I babysat Jillian and Shawn when I was younger. I loved every minute of it. If you need anything at all let me know. I love you guys and miss you very much.

Christie Lipps

November 30, 2005

Katrina,Jillian, & Shawn,

This is one of the hardest guest books I have ever had to sign. I loved Randall. You guys were great to me at New Wine (Lighthouse Fellowship)as well as when life wasn't so good for me. Randall helped me through a really rough time last year when I was in the hospital. He never knew a stranger and had a heart of gold. I wished there was something I could say to help take your pain away. You guys are forever in my Heart and in my prayers. I love you guys!

Tammy Pfister (Crouch)

November 30, 2005

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our prayers. God Bless

CINDY PETREY (TARTER)

November 30, 2005

Randy was nice person and didn't have a mean bone in his body. I am so glad that I got to know him and he will be miss by everyone.

My heart and prays go out to his family and Lucy I feel your lost.

"GOD HAS ANOTHER ANGEL"

Dorothy Kraatz

November 30, 2005

I am so sadden aabout this. Sorry I am not able to get there.

I am trying to heal from 3 broken ribs and a dislocated tailbone.

My prayers are with each and everyone of you.

Diana

November 30, 2005

Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to you.

I worked with Randy at Tri-County Extended Care and a short time at MRDD. Randy was one of the most kindest young men I ever met. Randy's loving care and kindness to his patients, clients, was above and beyond as he cared for each as if they were his family.

Always with a smile and and kind word for all he spoke to.

Again I am so sorry for the sorrow in your hearts and May God take that sorrow and replace it with wonderful memories and peace to share and to celebrate his life with all who knew him.

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