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Garett Koger Obituary
Lafayette - Garett Dale Koger, 34, of Lafayette passed away in an auto accident on Friday evening, May 8.
Garett was born in Danville, Indiana on May 29, 1985, the son of Denise (McMains) Sigworth and Gerald Koger. He graduated from Greencastle High School in 2004 and then earned his Associates Degree in Automotive Technology from Ivy Tech, and was currently working toward his Bachelor's Degree in Communications at Purdue University.
To all who knew and loved Garett, it came as no surprise that he would follow in his Grandfather's footsteps and pursue a career in the automotive field. After working at Firestone for 12 years, Garett changed jobs and began working for Raisor GMC in Lafayette as a Master Mechanic in 2019. For over three years in the evenings, he taught Automotive Technology for Ivy Tech of Lafayette.
Garett loved the outdoors, fishing and helping his best friend with custom auto fabrications. He never met a stranger and was always willing to go the extra mile for his friends and family.
Survivors include his mother Denise Sigworth (Jeffrey); his father, Gerald Koger (Sherri); a brother, Justin Koger (Lauren) and daughter Paislee; two uncles Dan McMains (Kim), and Gary Koger (DeDe); and his grandmother, Marie Nees.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Martha and Myron McMains, and Cecil and Geraldine Koger.
The family requests that any memorials be sent to the Putnam County Community Foundation.
A private graveside service will be held for the family.
Memories may be shared with the family at www.Hopkins-Rector.com.
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Jeff McCoy( defouw automotive)
May 5, 2024
It´s been 4 years and I really miss Garrett . Definitely picky on what oil he used on his cars. I never thought we would lose him so young.
Chuck and Ruth Scott
May 15, 2020
Our hearts go out to Denise and Jeff at this very difficult time. There are no words to describe our deepest heart felt sympathy. Please know we would be there to support you if we could. May God hold you in his arms over the coming days and months. Wishing you comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Greg Jones
May 14, 2020
My Heart goes out to Garett's Family and Freinds!
His passing leaves a void that will not be filled!
My Condolences and Prayers for Comfort and Peace to all. May we remember the Love he showed in his life and let that be an example to us all.
Tyler East
May 13, 2020
Garett was a good friend of mine. He used to come visit me every morning at work to buy a snack/drink and shoot the breeze. When other customers would come in we would pretend that we were brothers because we both had red beards and black glasses. We had some great memories together. I'm going to miss you "brother."
Deb Mikels
May 12, 2020
I met Garrett 11 years ago when he and Jeff graduated from Ivy Tech. Garrett was a great friend to Jeff and the best "Uncle" Jeffrey will ever know. The hours at the shop were such a blessing to all three of them, pizza, corn dog trips and messing around cars. Garrett will be greatly missed. My sympathy to all who loved him. Rest in peace Garrett you are loved so very much.
May 12, 2020
to say that Garett was a great guy, is not enough!! uncle MIKE
jeff mccoy
May 12, 2020
Garett will be greatly missed. His vibrant personality and friendliness knew no stranger. Those of us in the automotive world will miss him greatly. Our condolences to the family. His smile and character lit up every room he walked in.
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