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COREY GARVER Obituary
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Murphy Funeral Home, 4510 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, Va. On Wednesday, July 10, from noon to 2 p.m., a visitation will be held followed by interment at Arlington National Cemetery at 3 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for COREY GARVER
Andrew
August 22, 2019
I remember heading off post to Louisville with you for the weekend rocking out to Alice and Chains. We had such a good time man and you were always a blast to hang out with. Rest easy my friend.
Kelly Garver-Verrill
October 9, 2017
This is the first time I have been able to come onto this site and have read the condolences to Corey and our family and I realize, this first time I was able to read his obituary.
Corey's funeral was probably the most spiritually draining yet profound, uplifting experience of my life in ways and for reasons I will never be able to express. I am generally at great peace with the matter, but there are times my heart aches so terribly. It may seem so small, but the kind words of love and care packages sent in Corey's honor give me a peace and simple assurance that make me so very grateful. Our family has suffered tremendously; my children (oldest in particular who is old enough to remember his relationship with Corey) and especially my parents. Words fail me, and I'm useless when it comes to emotional matters. But I love you so much Corey. Our military, out country and this entire world, I love so tenderly. I know you are ok. We are all ok.
Charlie Gili
July 14, 2016
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and to also let the Garver Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in Afghanistan. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one, US Army Sergeant Corey E. Garver. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Emily Miller
December 13, 2015
Reaper 17D
June 22, 2014
I'm sorry we didn't find it. But you live on with me everyday.
Tanya Buttner
May 10, 2014
My sincere condolences to SGT Garver's family. My son Corbin Buttner served with Corey and called him a friend. Corbin called me from Afghanistan to have me visit Corey in Arlington, VA in August 2013. He wanted me to pay respects for him and the rest of Corey's buddies since they were still in Afghanistan and couldn't do it themselves. I just wanted you to know the devotion Corey's friends held for him then and forever.
Sgt James Yates
February 21, 2014
Sgt Garver, I never had the priveledge of meeting you. I was part of the 402d EN CO and to you and your family I would like to thank you for risking your life to save mine. I wear your hero bracelet every day on my wrist and you will never be forgotten.
S MacDaniel
August 10, 2013
I know there are no words to say at this time, except how sorry that I am. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Corey will never be forgotten.
For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I'm home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I'm only a civilian
And I don't even know if it's allowed
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
For those missing in action;
for those who didn't make it home.
I know you're in God's presence you are not alone.
For every neatly folded flag;
for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory.
I salute you, allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you .
I Salute You.
Suzanne MacDaniel - A Proud Aunt
Colonie, NY
SGT. David M. Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 - Iraq
Lynne Neibert
August 6, 2013
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who work to send handmade prayer shawls and/or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one while serving our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church would like to extend our sincere sympathy and to honor your loved one's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a prayer gift which will be mailed to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses of those who would like to receive one and which gift they would like to receive. We will send our gift as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved on who died while serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
S. Kroenwetter
July 27, 2013
To the Garver Family, Please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your loved one and Hero Corey, and my sincerest gratitude for his service for our country.
God Bless you Sgt. Corey E. Garver...you will not be forgotten.
Kevin Sisson
July 13, 2013
We are very saddened by the loss of Sgt. Garver, but thank you to him and his family for his service and his sacrifice. He will always be in our hearts. The Family of 2nd LT Justin L. Sisson, 101st ABN, 506th, 4th Brigade, A Company, KIA Chamkani, June 3, 2013.
For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
July 13, 2013
he Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Corey Edwin Garver our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Corey. And to Corey it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for his service in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and for the supreme sacrifice he made for his country while serving with the U.S. Army. No greater love and patriotism is shown than a man dedicate his life in service to his country. Corey, you are a brave Army Warrior and a true Patriot. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Corey's family and loved ones.
Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
John Adams, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
Scott Chamberland
July 12, 2013
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
Shannon H
July 10, 2013
Thank you so much for your service and sacrafice for our country. Your loved ones will be in my thoughts and prayers. May your rest in peace SGT Garver.
Doreen (Rogers) Crocker
July 10, 2013
Sgt, thank you for your service to our country.
Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Thanks to them also for your service.
Nancy Martin
July 9, 2013
Thank you Sgt Garver; thank you.
Daniel Carvalho
July 9, 2013
To the family of SGT. Garver. I had the honor and privilege of serving with him in HHC 1-506th from 08-11. My deepest condolences go out to you all. Garver was a great soldier and friend.
Another Grateful American
July 9, 2013
To Sgt. Garver's family, even though I do not know any of you, I would like to express my heartfelt loss of your brave and beloved Corey. His sacrifice for our nation and your sacrifice of him for our nation is something that should never be forgotten. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all during this very difficult time. May you find comfort from our Lord always.
Patty Baird
July 9, 2013
Sgt Garver, Thank you for your service to our country. You served with my son and touch many lives. God bless.
Craig Maxim
July 9, 2013
Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice my brother, God speed.
U.S. Army
4th ID
Grateful American
July 8, 2013
Sgt. Garver, Though I do not know you or your family does not mean I grieve less for you or any other servicemen who lose their lives while protecting my freedom. Your Honor, Loyalty and Service to our Great Nation of the Free is to be commended. I thank you, Sgt. Garver not only from the bottom of my heart, but from my granddaughters' hearts as well. God Speed on your final mission Home~~~ Charlene n Family
Lisa Heil
July 8, 2013
Thank you Sgt. Corey Edwin Garver. God Bless
Christina Benedict
July 8, 2013
Zach,
Your former colleagues have had you in our thoughts and prayers as you cope with the enormity of this loss. Words fail us in times like this. I am so very sorry and wish you comfort.
Sincerely,
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