Christopher Stephen "Chris" Garrett

Christopher "Chris" Stephen Garrett of Tulsa and formerly of Pryor passed away on December 24th, 2025 at the age of 52. Chris was born July 10, 1973 in Tahlequah to Joe and Sharon (Crane) Garrett.

Chris grew up and attended school in Pryor graduating with the class of 1992. Shortly after high school, Chris enlisted in the United States Army, inspired by his Grandfather James Garrett who served during World War Two. Chris proudly served his country in the Army and Oklahoma National Guard for 7 years. Chris married Angela Benshoof in 1993 and to this union came Chris' two sons. Cody and Mason were the light and pride of his life. Chris enjoyed doing anything with his boys, especially watching OU Football. Chris was a dedicated family man always making time for any family he could spend time with. Chris worked as a machinist and crane mechanic for several years. Chris was known to be able to fix anything and took great pride in his work. Chris was very outgoing and especially loved going fishing with his Dad whether on the boat or bank. Chris lived his life for two holidays a year, 4th of July and Christmas. Chris was known to be fearless during the 4th of July and was always blowing things up. He loved putting on fireworks displays for family and friends. Chris loved Christmas and giving during that time. Chris would always show up at his mom and dads on Christmas Eve and immediately turn on A Christmas Story. Chris lived his life to the fullest and never met a stranger. Chris married Tiffany Chanley in 2019 and the couple made their home in Tulsa. Chris was an animal lover who deeply cared for all his dogs. Chris is best known for being a die-hard Oklahoma Sooner fan. He was deeply passionate about his Sooner football. Chris enjoyed attending any game he could possibly get to.

Chris was preceded in death by his grandparents James and Judy Garrett and Jerry and Annette Crane and his Uncle Jim Garrett.

Chris is survived by his wife Tiffany, Sons Patrick Cody Garrett and Mason Cole Garrett. His parents, Joe and Sharon Garrett. Two brothers, Scott Garrett and Mark Garrett. The mother of his children Angela Scribner. Chris is also survived by his aunts and uncles, Kelly Garrett, Sam Garrett, Sally Holmes, David Crane and Jeff Crane. Chris will be missed dearly by his several nieces and nephews who always held a special place in his heart.

In lieu of flowers, Chris would want donations made to the ASPCA or your local Humane Society.

Memorial Services for Chris will be held 2:00 P.M., Friday, January 2, 2026 at the Yanda and Son Funeral Home Chapel in Yukon, OK. If attending the service, Chris would love you to wear red or anything OU. Military honors will be provided by the United States Army. Chris will be interred at the Ft. Gibson National National Cemetery at a later date.