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Robert Garren Obituary

DECATUR - Robert C. (Bob) Garren, 50, of Decatur, passed away 1:40 P.M., Sunday, July 23, 2006 in Decatur Memorial Hospital after a short illness.  Visitation will be 5:00 - 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, July 26 at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, Decatur. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M., Thursday, July 27, at the funeral home, with Father James D. O'Shea officiating. Burial will be at North Fork Cemetery, Decatur, with a dove release.          Memorials may be made to St. Patrick Grade School or donor's choice. Bob was born February 14, 1956, in Decatur, the son of Thomas C. and Mary K. (Edwards) Garren. He married Terisa Banbury June 11, 1976 in Decatur. Bob was employed at A.E. Staley Mfg. Co. for 19 years and most recently by Norfolk and Southern Railway.  Bob is survived by his wife of 30 years, Terisa, of Decatur, son Adam J. Garren of Seattle, WA, daughter Miranda M. (Chad) Barnes of Decatur, IL, father Thomas C. Garren and stepmother Betty J., sister Kathleen J. (George) McDonald of Tebbetts, MO, brother Mark E. Garren of Corona, CA, grandchildren Kaitlyn and Lexi Barnes. Bob was preceded in death by his mother and sister Mary Elizabeth Garren. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at www.legacy.com/herald-review/Obituaries.asp

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Published by Decatur Herald & Review on Jul. 26, 2006.

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Timothy Hamilton

August 4, 2006

Mr. Garren"Tom",Mark & Family,seems like yesterday, amused w/ snot nosed Betsy & having acorn fight w/ Bobby.I ponder those days often,happily playing together & being mischievious. Trading BB cards,Farm league BB @ Kiwanis Park.

Mr. Garren,your children passing, serve notice to my own mortality, another season passes,soon leaves will fall, we will endure another winter,but spring will come. New life,its story,achievements,tribulations continue forever!God Bless All! A Special prayer for the Garrens today. Tim Hamilton & Family.

Heather Cabal & Chris Crossfield

July 27, 2006

To Adam & family,

Our deepest sympathies during this difficult time. We're thinking of you.

Kathie Ryan

July 26, 2006

I worked with Bob a for a few years in the early 80's in 9 bldg. at Staley's. Adam was a favorite topic of conversation then. I was just stunned to see his obit today. He was such a great guy. Good humored mostly and so funny when the equipment would fail and he would get angry with it! How sad to see him go so soon. I am so sorry. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers today.

cathy ferguson/wilkinson

July 26, 2006

I am truly sorry to hear about Bobby, as I remember calling him many years ago. Mr. Garren, there are no words i can think of to express my sympathy, i can'imagine anything worse than losing a child. Kathy, all of your family are in my prayers. I think of you everytime I do down Main Street. Just wanted you to know i'm thinking and praying for all of you at this very sad time.



Cathy {Ferguson} Wilkinson

Sandy Morris

July 26, 2006

You can't remember Bob without smiling. He was always one to keep you on your toes. He will be missed.

Kim Tarvin

July 26, 2006

I will keep all of you in my prayers. There are so many fond memories to keep close in your heart to help ease the pain you feel right now. He will be missed. Love you all...Kim Tarvin (Golladay)

Brooke Golladay

July 26, 2006

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Bob was truly a great guy who will be missed by all. You all are in my heart and prayers. Sorry I cannot attend services for I am currnetly working overseas in Kuwait.

DARWIN JOHNSON

July 26, 2006

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

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