Patrick Dennis "Pat" Garrett

Patrick Dennis Garrett was called home to the Lord on December 17, 2025 after a brief illness. Born on October 14, 1945, in Santa Monica, California, to Mae and Harrell Garrett, Pat was raised in Duncanville, Texas, alongside his sister, Nancy.

Pat attended the University of Texas, where he earned his degree in Pharmacy and met the love of his life, Carol Evalyn Kelley. They married in 1968 and embarked on a beautiful 57-year journey as each other's constant companions.

Pat and Carol raised their family in Nacogdoches, Texas, where Pat served as the Director of Pharmacy at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital. In addition, Pat gave generously of his time to local civic organizations and was a constant, supportive presence in their children Aimee and John's lives-never missing a game, a performance, or an extracurricular activity.

In 1996, Pat and Carol moved to Austin, where he continued a fulfilling career in pharmacy with the Seton Health System until his retirement in 2019. Two years later, they settled in The Woodlands, Texas to be closer to their children and grandchildren. "Papa G" found great joy in participating in the lives of his grandchildren, Olivia, Chloe, Holly, and Benjamin.

Pat's memory will be cherished by his beloved wife, Carol; his daughter Aimee Friend and her husband Trip, along with their daughters Olivia and Chloe; and his son John Garrett and his wife Trinity Garrett, along with their children Holly and Benjamin. He also leaves behind his sister Nancy Smith and her husband Neal Smit, as well as his nephew Dave Smith, niece, Lori Morgan and her husband Shawn Morgan, along with their children Channing and Charleston.

A memorial service for Pat will be held at 12 Noon on January 17, 2026 at Trinity Lutheran Church located at 800 Houston Ave. Houston, Texas 77007. Visitation will start at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to St. Luke's Health-The Woodlands Hospital Excellence Fund at www.supportstlukes.org/donate.