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Eugene Garvin Obituary
72, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2015.
He was a member of New Jerusalem Baptist Church, owner of Big Gene's Market and retired security officer at dupont Manual High School.
He is survived by his wife, Jerelene Garvin; sister, Barbara Garvin; nephew, Shawn Garvin (Stacy); children, Angela Williams, Sherrise Leslie (Eric), and Aaron Livers (Queenie); eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren, and a host of family and friends.
Visitation: 5-8pm Thursday at A. D. Porter & Sons, 1300 W. Chestnut St. Homegoing celebration will be Friday, 10:30 am at Christ Church for our Community, 1226 Krupp Park Dr., with burial in KY Veterans Cemetery.
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for Eugene Garvin
Roy Crady
February 4, 2021
I really enjoyed my morning bus duty time with Mr. Gene. I always felt safe when he was around. R.Crady
Chaplain Rita
February 14, 2015
Please accept our condolences from the Hosparus In Patient Care Unit
Mark Wilson
February 11, 2015
Very rarely, is one man able to impact the lives of so many. Mr.Gene took upon a roll, which far exceeded that of a security officer. This statement applies, during his tenure at Dupont Manual High and prior. He was the protector and father figure to many of the students. The friend and confidant to his constituents, and the students likewise. He was always there for the students, in there time of need. No matter what the situation was, if he could help. Listening with a concerned ear and offering advise. I can recall on many occasions, students being short on lunch money. Mr.Gene wouldn't hesitate to dive into his ginormous pockets, to help them out. I remember each year, during the last days of school, before Summer break. Mr.Gene bringing the Super Soaker water gun to school and the water wars that proceeded in the hallways of Dupont Manual High. My condolences to the Garvin family. Take comfort in knowing that the man that you so love. Left such an indelible impression, on the lives of so many people over the years.
Regina Adair
February 11, 2015
My sincere condolences to the Garvin Family. Big Gene, in my opinion, was THE cornerstone of the duPont Manual family who had impacted so many lives over the years in such a positive way. He will truly be missed. May the Lord comfort you and keep you always.
Regina (McLaurine) Adair
duPont Manual Class of 1994
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February 10, 2015
You'll be missed. You always were a gentle giant.
R.Z. Miller
Truman Williamson
February 10, 2015
Gene was a colleague of mine at Russell Junior High. He was well respected and loved by all. Prayers for his family and friends
February 10, 2015
I grew up with big gene baby junie we used to call him as kids still a wonderful person and will be remmebered hang in there barbara because as he said he got you.always luv you sam washington and family now in atlanta,
Tamoria (Tee) Price-Allen
February 10, 2015
I have known you since I was a little girl coming to buy candy you talking about school you will truley be missed. Prayers going up to the Family.
Yolander Simpson
February 10, 2015
Condolences to the family, Big Gene was truly a great man.Thanks for making sure I got to class before the last bell at Manual and thanks for telling my mom you would make sure I got home from Broadway Rollor Ring. Your smile will forever be missed.
Yolander (Moore) Simpson
Dupont Manual Class '79'
Dion Coleman-Parkins
February 10, 2015
Garvin Family,
I send my deepest condolences to your family on the passing of "Big Gene". He was definitely a "Gentle Giant" no matter where we saw him, from the halls of Russell Jr. High, to Broadway Roller rink or any facet any student would see him. He greatly impacted each and every student, our lives, our well being and he dare anyone to say otherwise. "Big Gene" was a protector and every student that came into his contact he became their protector and because of him we as students, as adults we are "Blessed". Matthew 25:21, says "His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord." Rest in Peace "Big Gene" We Love You, gone but you will never be forgotten!!!
toni jones
February 10, 2015
I am going to miss you Brother in law! Rest in Peace Love you
Your sister in law ToniGayle
Stephanie Whitney Ensey
February 10, 2015
My deepest sympathy for the family ...he will truly be missed.
.i always felt safe when he was around...he was a great man and a great friend...class of 82..gone but not forgotten ...RIP...God has now got a great Angel...
Charesa Chandler Class of 97
February 10, 2015
Big Gene was a Manual staple. A gentle giant. My thoughts and prayers to your family.
Trina Mason-Burton
February 10, 2015
my prayers are with "Big Gene" family. He was security at Russell Jr High back in the day
Gina Thompson
February 10, 2015
God bless the family, I remember Big Gene as and O W E teacher at Russell Jr High School when I was their.
Tammy Cross-Blair 1982
February 10, 2015
My sympathy goes out the Big Gene's family, he was a staple at manual. He was kind but stern.
toni jones
February 10, 2015
to my brother-in-law Gene!
Rest in Peace we are sure going to miss you.Your sister -in law Toni Gayle
February 10, 2015
I remember ""Big Gene" very well. A wonderful man with a big smile and a big heart. Roy Crady, Manual High School teacher and coach, retired.
Susan Bruner
February 9, 2015
thoughts go out to Big Gene family. I went to Manual and remember him fondly. He will be missed.
Kathy Horton - Manual Class of 83
February 9, 2015
With Deepest Sympathy, Big Gene was a great man who had a giant spirit and a giant heart who will be greatly missed.
February 9, 2015
You were a special man. You will be truly missed. I'm so sorry that I did not get to see you before your passing. I had a lot of good memories working in the store. That was my first job. I remember your mom would fix Sunday dinners for us. You would fix special meals in the store. I believe you were the one who gave me my first lobster. The cold cut sandwiches. You gave me my first gold chain for my birthday. You would pick Sharon and me up for school every morning and we would either stop at donut shop on Dixie or White Castle. Where did all these years go? I never got the chance to tell you what you meant to me. There are so many stories I could tell. I just wanted to reflect on a few that were dear to my heart. I will truly miss you.
You were more than security at Manual, you were my protector during my horrible ordeal.
I know you are up in Heaven flashing that big warm smile.
Love Karen
February 9, 2015
Condolences to Big Gene's family. He was a Manual legend - and I always enjoyed seeing his big smile. Dave Royse, Manual class of '88
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