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Duane Garren Obituary
Duane D. Garren, age 68, of Canton, passed away early Sunday morning, April 20, 2008, in his residence, surrounded by his family. He was born in Louisville, September 30, 1939, and was the son of the late Cleta Garren and Carl Garren. Duane graduated from Timken High School in 1957; and attended St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. During his life, he retired from two careers, the first from the Canton Police Dept. where he served for 16 years, and then from Fisher Foods where he served as Chief of Security for 19 years. He served in the National Guard and was a member of the F.O.P., C.P.P.A. and Yesterdays Classic Car Club. Everyone knew Duane was an avid Notre Dame fan and also a fan of Ohio State. Duane had the greatest admiration for his eight grandchildren - fond memories of riding with grandpa in the golf cart will certainly be reminisced. Golfing, fishing and traveling were also part of Duane's past time activities. He is survived by his wife, Kathy, with whom he would have celebrated 42 years of marriage this July 9th.; a daughter, Kristie (Tom) Minner of London, OH; sons, Dr. Kurt (Dawn) Garren of Dover, OH and Dennis Garren of Canton; a sister, Elaine (Don) Langman of North Canton; grandchildren, Matthew, Kaitlyn and Kirsten Garren, Jessie, Logan and Robert Minner and Elizabeth and Rebecca Garren; two half sisters and a half brother; many caring nieces and nephews as well as many close friends. Mass of Christian burial will be held Friday at 10 a.m. in St. John's Catholic Church with Fr. Ronald Klingler as Celebrant and Fr. Joseph Witmer as concelebrant. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday from noon-2 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. in the Williams Funeral Home where the F.O.P. will hold a service at 4:45 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Duane D. Garren Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Stark Community Foundation, 400 Market Ave. N, Suite 200, Canton, OH 44702.
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Becca Garren
February 4, 2014
I miss you very much grandpa wish you we're still with us and was able to meet Lillian.
Elizabeth G.
August 14, 2013
I miss you Grandpa. I love you so much. I think about you every day. I wish you were still here. I am a freshman now. I made the JV volleyball team. I know you are watching me. I love you. <3
Wanda Marshall
May 4, 2008
Kathy, Kurt, Kristie, Dennis
Please know you are covered with prayers at this difficult time. Duane was a great guy and will live in our hearts forever. I am so glad we had some time to share at St. Michael's and then at Grinders. We never know when our Lord will call us Home, but all we have to do is be ready! I am just so sorry I did not get to talk to you more at Senior EXPO, and I could not find Duane when I got inside. Let's try to get together Kathy. You are Loved and cared about by me and your many friends and especially your wonderful children. God Bless you and hold you close - I know HE will. Always, Wanda
Dorothy Schweitzer
May 2, 2008
Kathy & Family,
I was deeply saddened and very stunned to hear about Duane. I am so sorry I was unaware of your loss at the time. You know how special Duane always was to me and my family. You guys have always been part of our extended family. Kathy, please get in touch when you can. Love you all & God Bless
Dorothy & Don Schweitzer, Mary Ann Welden, Pat & Patty Welden
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Sue and Lynn Dirham
April 30, 2008
Kathy and Family
Please know at this difficult time,that you are in so mamy thoughts and prayers. Your loved one has left behind a thousand moments that will live in your hearts forever.Remembering you and your family with Sincere Sympathy
Dilys Krueger
April 29, 2008
Elaine and Dr. Garren:
When I found out at work that Dr. Garrens father had passed it never occured to me that his father was your brother Elaine. I instantly went back to all of the good times I had in your home after church on Sunday and some weekends. Duane teased me like the big brother I never had. I remember him fondly and extend to you and your family my deepest sympathy.
Blanche Jones
April 28, 2008
I wanted to share with you know that you and your family are in my prayers. I enjoyed my visit with you and Duane and I will never forget the kindness both of you showed me. God Bless you Blanche Jones.
Susan Davis
April 28, 2008
Kathy, Kurt, Kristie and Dennis,
I am sorry to hear about Duane. I will always remember him as being there to support you guys in all you tried. He was a great person.
Kristie Minner
April 28, 2008
Mom,
Just wanted to tell you how much I love you and how much I miss dad already. Our family is strong and we will hold strong to get though this tough time . I love you so much and will be here for you always..
Kristie
Jon Barkley
April 27, 2008
Kathy and Family, My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. Duane was a great mentor and friend.
Ruby Grau
April 26, 2008
Vicki: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
RUby Grau
Tom minner
April 25, 2008
Kathy and family, I loved Duane as a father in law. He has always been there and will be terribly missed. Words can not describe the support and guidance he has given to all of us as a family. He will always be in me thoughts as I see this family grow and prosper.
The Woodhall Family (Joe, Nadine, Morgan, Mitchell)
April 25, 2008
Dr. Kurt Garren and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Ira Essner
April 25, 2008
Kathy and family. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. Duane was a great man that I have known for 30 years at Fishers.He will be missed by all that knew him.
Barb & Dick Freday
April 25, 2008
Kathy & Family
Your in our thoughts and prayers and we want to offer our deepest Sympathy for your lose.
Jennifer and Todd Plank
April 25, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Peace of the Lord be with you.
Debbie Osborne
April 25, 2008
Vicki: My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless!
Jo Ann McClaskey
April 25, 2008
Vicki and family,
Just wanted to say I am sorry for your loss and that you are in my prayers.
Your Wayne Homes friend, Jo Ann
Willy & Teresa Huff
April 24, 2008
Kathy, Our deepest sympathies go out to you & your family.
Jen Dillon
April 24, 2008
Kristie,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your father- he was such a nice man. He was clearly loved by many. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Heather Hines
April 24, 2008
Kurt,
Whether you are the eldest son or daddy's little girl, losing your dad is never easy. May your memories comfort you and your family through this difficult time in your lives.
Sheryl Fowler
April 24, 2008
Dennis & family
Our prayers of love and sympathy are with you and your family. So sorry to hear of the passing of your father. We didn't know him really well, but Dennis you and Bryan were friends in high school and we always enjoyed it when you came to the house. After high school, we would run into you while working at Fishers in security. Just know we are thinking of you.
Love & Prayers
Duane & Sheryl Fowler
Randy and Kim Smart
April 24, 2008
May god bless all of you and help you through this difficult time. Duane was so fortunate to have such a loving family by his side. He will be greatly missed by many. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Lincoln Benefield
April 24, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with during this difficult time. May God give you comfort in knowing that Duane is enjoying a place called "Paradise". We love you!!
Lincoln & Ann
Scott Paprzycki
April 24, 2008
So sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of the whole Garren family while growing up in Canton South. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Brian Gawlak
April 24, 2008
Dennis, my deepest sympathies go out to you & your family. I think I may have only met your father once, and my mom worked with him at Fisher's. You & your family will be in my family's prayers.
Linda Duckworth
April 24, 2008
Kathy,Kurt,Kristie, and Dennis,
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man in a great family. I'm so glad that my kids had the chance to grow up next door to such special people.
Larry
April 24, 2008
I still think of the time our families spent on the houseboats on Atwood Lake. You will be missed by all your friends. Our love to Kathy.
Fig Jankowski
April 24, 2008
Vicki:
We're thinking about you. The good stuff is hard to think about at a time like this, but that's the stuff that lasts. Hang in there.
Fig.
Lisa Katusin
April 24, 2008
Dear Kathy, So sorry to hear about Duane. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincere sympathy,
Lisa Katusin
Anna and Martha Kornelakis
April 24, 2008
Dear family of Duane:
My name is Anna Kornelakis. I have known Duane for 28 years. My heart goes out for your loss. I feel your pain and your loss for I also have recently lost someone in my life that was dear and true to my heart. Duane will truly be missed, and he will never be forgotten by either me or my daughter, Martha. He will always be in my heart and dreams forever.
Love to Duane always from me and my daughter,
Anna and Martha Kornelakis
John and Maggie Hynes
April 23, 2008
Dear Kurt & Dawn -
We think of you and the kids often and our hearts are with you, especially now. Keep your good memories close; they will carry you through the rough times. Take comfort in the time you were able to spend with him and Kathy and the emotional support you gave them both and the rest of your family. Hug each other as well as Matthew, Kaitlyn and Kirsten --- and be thankful for the love you share.
Dawn Garren
April 23, 2008
Kurt,
Words cannot express how I felt about your Dad. He always treated me like a daughter not just his daughter-in-law. I loved him just like my own father. I will miss him. I thank him for all the morals, love, and values that he taught you that have made you the man that you are today. You are a lot like him which is a good thing since Grandpa was a great man. I love you and I am here for you always.
Love you.
Dawn Garren
April 23, 2008
Kathy,
I am so sorry for the pain that you have gone through in the past couple of weeks. Kathy, Duane loved you a lot and you guys have meant the world to our kids. Thanks for all the cherished memories that our kids will have of Grandma and Grandpa.
Barbara Boruch
April 23, 2008
Dear Kathy and "kids" and grandkids-
The world has lost a truly kind, giving, generous, thoughtful friend to all. Words can't express how hard it is for us to deal with this loss in this sudden fashion, so I can't imagine your pain. You have been in our thoughts and prayers since the ordeal started and your Dad will always be in our hearts.
God Love You All
Sally Kinney
April 23, 2008
Dear Kathy, Kristie, Kurt and Dennis,
I am so very sorry to hear of Duane's passing. I know this is a very difficult time for all of you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have many years of fond memories that I will never forget. I think of them often. Take comfort in knowing that Duane was very well respected and a wonderful family man. My deepest symphathy.
Love,
Sally
Bronn and Cindy Rayne
April 23, 2008
Kurt, Dawn and the Garrren Family,
We were saddened to hear of your loss, I know you had tough times lately. We all extend our deepest sympathy and wishes for comfort and courage in the coming days. Know that you all will be in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time of sending Dad and Grandpa home to be with our heavenly Father. From your friends at UCOC in Cookeville.
Charles L. Garman
April 23, 2008
My deepest sympathy to all the Family and Friends..
We had many memoriable years working together on the Canton Police Dept. Sorry that I will not be there for the services.
He will truly be missed.
Charles L. Garman (retired)
Judy Green, PhD
April 23, 2008
Kurt, Kristie, Dennis and family. I was so sorry to hear of your dad's death. I will always remember all of you fondly, your mother as well. I know how proud your dad was of all of you. What an awesome family!
Myra Romano
April 23, 2008
Dear Kristy and Family,
I was so sad to see your Family's name here, I was hoping against hope that it wasn't the same one that I grew to know in High School while getting to know your family.
Your family always had a smile and an open place for me whenever I came over to visit with Kristy. I have a ton of fun filled memories from those times and I want to thank all of you.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Myra Mezquita-Romano
Patty Barr and Derek Stalder
April 23, 2008
Elaine,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please call if you need anything! We love you!
Brent Baumberger
April 23, 2008
Dr. Garren & Family:
I am sorry to hear of your recent loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Rhonda Kidd
April 23, 2008
Kristie and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can always remember him when we were younger. He was so nice and a great father to all three of you. I know he was probably a even better grandpa. He will be missed by many, but you all have those memories to keep you going. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
God Bless.
Rhonda (Thompson) Kidd and family
Bev Hanna
April 23, 2008
Kathy and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Duane. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Ray and Bev Hanna
rodney smithj
April 23, 2008
Duane was a good cop, No stranger to danger, He had a lot of common sense and was always there when needed.
R.K. Smith Indiana
Rhonda Baughman
April 23, 2008
I offer my deepest condolences to Kathy and her children. Duane was such a wonderful man and I have many fond memories of him while growing up ... he was a leader and an inspiration.
Dal/Shirley Singer
April 23, 2008
Kathy and famiiy, Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers in the loss of your loved one. Duane was always so helpful and willing to do what was needed in the scouting days. He will be missed.
God bless all of you.
Adrienne Gawlak
April 23, 2008
Kathy, My prayers are with you and your family. I have fond memories of mom and I going to your house and with Dennis. I just lost my mom so I feel your loss.
God will help you during this time.
Robert & Lucille Bucher
April 23, 2008
Dr. Garren,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at the loss of your father. May the many memories always keep him close to you.
Jody Stoldt
April 23, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Frank Alesiano
April 23, 2008
To the Family: I was sorry to hear about your loss and you have my sympathy.
Brian Waggoner
April 22, 2008
I would like to send my condolences and Duane was a great man.
Jason & Amy Peters
April 22, 2008
Kurt & Dawn,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Carole Reed
April 22, 2008
Dear Family,
My name is Carole Reed and I dated Duane when I was 17 years old. Duane was a sweetheart I met him at Church. We spent alot of time bowling, cruising around the waterloo it was a restaurent where everyone would hang out and eat. I am so glad that I had a chance to see him five years ago when I went home to visit my mother and he looked great. He will truely be missed he is a wonderful person. My love and prayers to Elaine and Duanes family.
Love,
Carole Reed
Dave & Glenna Reese
April 22, 2008
Out thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorry we could not be there for the FOP service. With deepest sympathy.
Josephine Longer
April 22, 2008
Dear Dr. Garren & Family,
I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my sincere sympathy. I know that he must have been very proud of you! May he rest in the peace of our Lord & may our faith comfort you all.
Josephine Longer
Dover, OH
Joe and Dawn Selogy
April 22, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of Duane's passing. There are many memories of the Canton Police Department and working Fisher's Foods guard with him. You have our deepest sympathy.
Dan and Dianna Koch
April 22, 2008
We were sorry to hear of Duane's passing. Life is just too short. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
Ed McCall
April 22, 2008
Dear Kathy and Family
Our hearts and prayers are with you at your loss. Though you will greive, remember the wonderful memories you shared. Thirty some years have past, but I still remember the laughs and memories Duane and I shared when we were partners. I'm sure God will welcome him with open arms.
Ed & Sally
Sandra Selway
April 22, 2008
Dear Garren Family,
I am so sorry about your loss.
Duane and I were friends and attended the same church years ago when we were teenagers. I lost track of Duane over the years but
remember the fun times we shared.
God bless and comfort you.
Don Bartolet
April 22, 2008
Dear Kathy, Kirt, Kristie, Dennis and Family...
I'm soo sorry!! You have my beepest sympathy!!! You are in my thoughts and prayers!!! I am in awe when I got the email about Duane, then all the good times flash back like it was yesterday, the parties, card games, kids growing up and cookouts from years ago and all the good times on the dept. Miles can seperate us but thoughts live forever!!! It hurts deeply to lose brother Duane...
God Bless you all!!!! Don Bartolet
Becky Pallay
April 22, 2008
Dear Kristie and Family-
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. If there is anything we can do to help you through this difficult time, please don't hesitate to ask. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Becky, Jeff, Jordan & Jared
Kristie Minner
April 22, 2008
Dad we love you so much and will miss you forever...Kristie
Michael DeBois
April 22, 2008
Kurt, Dawn & Family:
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
The DeBois Family
Michael, Julie, Jack & Josie
Diana Dush
April 22, 2008
Dear Kurt and Garren family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and remember to let your beautiful memories guide you through this difficult time. Much Love! Diana, Greg, Charlie and Caitlyn Dush
Gail Vogt
April 22, 2008
Kathy & Family,
My heart and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We all lost a great friend and person, and he will be missed - but kept in our hearts and memories from here on.
Gail Vogt
Jay Duckworth
April 22, 2008
Dear Family; It was such an honor to know Duane. I was his neighbor for many years and he always had a kind word for all in the neighborhood.
Cindy Richards (Baughman)
April 22, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of Duane's passing. His humor and caring will surely be missed! It was a blessing to grow up with you all. What a great husband, dad and grandpa.
Rick Evans
April 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to Duane's family. I knew and worked with him for his many years in his second career. He was a fine gentleman, a friend, and a great guy to be around. See you on the other side my friend.
Robert W. Everett
April 22, 2008
Dear Doc & Family,
I send my deepest sympathy to all of you during this time of grief.
Sorry I can't be with you, but unfortunately that is one of the
problems living out of state. I hope all of you can share in the
good memories, laugh, love and live all of them for eternity.
May God be with all of you during this time.
Brenda Wacker
April 22, 2008
Kathy,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Duane will be missed by so many.
Sincerely, Brenda Wacker
Optician at Fishers Optical
Jennifer Rodriques
April 22, 2008
Duane was a wonderful man, one who will never be forgotten. Working with Duane at Fishers was never a dull moment, his comments would often put a smile on your face. Duane was a very caring and giving man. As a wedding gift to me and my husband he offered to drive us in his car. I will never forget Duane. Kathy, he was an admirable man that will be missed by many.
Kathleen Huston
April 22, 2008
Dr. Kurt Garren & family,
We want to offer our sincere sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Jeff and I have both lost parents(my father in Dec. of '08.) and do understand the pain and sorrow of it all. We will be praying for all of you in the days to come. Loosing a loved one is certainly one of the most difficult things to go through. Look to the Lord for your strength each day. Nahum1:7 says, The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble: and he knoweth them that trust in him. He will sustain you just as He has us.
In Sympathy,
Jeff & Kathy Huston
Kurt Garren
April 22, 2008
Love you Dad!!
Connie Lucas
April 22, 2008
My condollences on your loss.Iam Mary Sprouse's daughter, Connie. My Mom has instilled in me a great sense of family unity, and I wished to let you know my thoughts are with you all, even though I will not be there. Loss is inevitable, but the spirit of the Lord will forever be our hope.
Dick & Phyllis Reiner
April 22, 2008
With deepest sympathy.
Laura (Pahler) Baker
April 22, 2008
Kathy, I am so sorry for your loss! My prayers are with you!
Kris Schnell
April 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Duane was a great guy and always brought a smile to our faces at the office. He will be missed. Kathy, stay strong!!
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