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John Howard "Jack" Garlock Sr.
1930 - 2020
John Howard "Jack" Garlock Sr.
1930 - 2020
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BORN
1930
DIED
2020
John Garlock Obituary
February 10, 1930 - November 5, 2020
Jack was born in Warrenton, OH in 1930, and the early years of his life were spent on the East Coast, primarily in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Jack, along with his family migrated to Oklahoma City in the early 50's, and finally ended up in Omaha in 1960, where he has resided since. Jack was a member of the German American Society in Omaha and enjoyed all things German and Baseball. Jack is survived by his wife, Maria T. Garlock; sons: Jack Garlock Jr. and wife, Susan, and Chuck Garlock and wife, Kim; daughters: Nancy Knihnisky and husband, Mike, and Sally Schmitz and husband, Jim; brothers: Gene Garlock of Greensboro NC, Bill Garlock of Santa Barbara CA, and Allan Garlock of Ft. Meyers, FL; sister, Marilyn Angwin of St. Petersburg, FL; nine grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters: Anita Irwin and Janice Donley; and brother, Maury Garlock.
GRAVESIDE SERVICE: 2:30pm Monday, November 9, at Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home
7909 Mormon Bridge Rd. 402-451-1000
www.forestlawnomaha.com
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Gene Garlock
November 11, 2020
Gene Garlock
November 11, 2020
Phil and Christine Welch
November 9, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss. Your dad was quite the guy! You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Phil & Christine
Ed Donley
November 9, 2020
Jack was in his element at our family reunions. As Nancy said, when Jack got together with his brothers and sisters, it was like they were all 50 years younger and had always been together! What a strong bond. I was especially amazed by Jack's recollection of details. And it seems like he knew every city and road in the country. Whether we were talking about Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, or any other city, Jack had been there and knew all of the travel routes, even after many decades. How could he remember all of that! When I think of Jack, I think of Johnny Cash singing the 1959 song, "I've Been Everywhere".
Now, he had taken his final road trip to be with his Savior, and his parents, brothers and sisters who have gone on before him. My heart goes out to Maria, and Jack's kids and grandkids. May God bring healing to your hearts, as He has now completely healed Jack.
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Brooks Cain
November 8, 2020
Love and condolences to everyone. Uncle Jack will be missed dearly.
Tamara Cain
November 8, 2020
Garlock Family Dinner in OKC on August, 18, 2019
Tamara Cain
November 8, 2020
You will be missed Uncle Jack! My mom (Jack's younger sister Anita Irwin) always enjoyed he and Maria's family visits to Oklahoma City for Oktoberfest, German food, and "porch" time.
My sons were always amazed that their great uncle Jack managed to always stay current with Oklahoma and Oklahoma State sports! We will miss your stories and quick wit!
Our thoughts and prayers are with Maria, Jack Jr, Chuck, Nancy, Sally and their families.
Love, Tammy, Marty, Stephen and Brooks
Susan Donley
November 8, 2020
(See photos below)
Jack was one of eight children, who eventually scattered from sea to shining sea. He kept in touch with everyone, though, and thought nothing of jumping into his car and driving nonstop to halfway across the continent to connect!
Here are some photos of him with his siblings from the 1930s and from 2010s!
Susan Donley
November 8, 2020
Susan Donley
November 8, 2020
Susan Donley
November 8, 2020
Susan Donley
November 8, 2020
Susan Donley
November 8, 2020
Jack was one of eight children, who eventually scattered from sea to shining sea. He kept in touch with everyone, though, and thought nothing of jumping into his car and driving nonstop to halfway across the continent to connect!
Here are some photos of him with his siblings from the 1930s and from 2010s!
Susan Donley
November 8, 2020
My tribute to my Uncle Jack is this portrait I drew to capture the grin he wore. He had a ready laugh and fast Garlock wit even during inevitable hard times. We will miss you, Jack!
Marilyn Angwin
November 8, 2020
We send thots and prayers to family members....my family ordered blue sapphire cypress to plant in his memory. His presence in my life will be sorely missed!
Nancy Knihnisky
November 8, 2020
I will always remember all the happiness my Dad had with his siblings. They were miles apart and may not see each other for years but when they got together it was just like yesterday was the last time they spoke.
I'm sharing one of my favorite photos of him with "brother Gene". This was taken before the boat calamity in OKC in 2016, where Gene Jr saved the day. Such a funny experience and one of many great memories!
He loved his family so much. He may not have said the words a lot but one of the last things he told me is he really loved his kids and Maria.
He is now telling his stories with his family in heaven. I'm thankful he is at peace and no longer has to fight for air. He is probably playing catcher to Morrie's fastball, just like when they were young!
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