Robert L. Garner Jr.

Robert L. Garner Jr. obituary, Erie, PA

Robert L. Garner Jr.

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Robert Garner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dusckas Funeral Home and Cremations Services, Inc. - Wesleyville on Jan. 21, 2026.
Robert L. Garner, Jr., age 46, of Harborcreek, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026 following an extended illness. He was born in Erie on April 10, 1979, son of Robert Sr. and Terry Garner.

Bob was a 1997 graduate of Harbor Creek High School and Erie County Vo-Tech. He had previously worked for Barbato's and Valerio's. Bob was very hands on with his hobbies and enjoyed working on cars, CB radio repairs and gaming system repairs. He also enjoyed attending various vehicle races including events at Eriez Speedway, Stateline Speedway and Lernerville. Bob was a ham radio operator.

In addition to his parents, Bob is survived by one sister, Heidi Sypin (Michael Curtis); grandfather, Joseph Garner; two nieces, Mila and Adriana Sypin; one nephew, Blake Sypin; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Shirley Garner and Philip, Betty and Mary Dougan.

Bob's visiting hours will be held at the Dusckas Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 2607 Buffalo Rd., on Monday, January 26th, from 11 am until the time of the Funeral Service there at 1 pm. Interment will follow at Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bob's family through the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to www.dusckasfuneralhomes.com.

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January 24, 2026

Tom Carol gantz posted to the memorial.

January 23, 2026

Roy McGill posted to the memorial.

January 22, 2026

Sue Acks-Welsbacher posted to the memorial.

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Tom Carol gantz

January 24, 2026

BOBBY I WAS LUCKY TO NEET YOU IN NY LIFE TIME RIP TILL WE MEET AGAIN

Roy McGill

January 23, 2026

Hey Bob ...I'm sure going miss you...you were a great friend .. excellent mechanic... Electronics awesome...Ill miss watching the Steelers games with you and I'm so sorry your family has lost you at such a very young age....but the Heavens have been blessed by your presence and I'm sure you will put all of your new talents to good use.....God bless! Til we meet again. Peace brother.....Roy McGill and family.

Sue Acks-Welsbacher

January 22, 2026

Dear Garner Family, Our Family remember Bobby very well. He was a very sweet boy. Deeply sorry for his loss. Comforting thoughts, hugs and prayers are with you

Roger & Cindy Dougan

January 21, 2026

Dear Bob, Terry, Heidi ,and Family,
We want you all to know that we are thinking of you all and praying for comfort and peace for you each one. Our hearts are breaking with yours over this great loss of Bobby....you all took such good care of him....we love you all and wish that we could be with you during this time. Much Love and many prayers,
Roger & Cindy Dougan

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2607 Buffalo Road, Erie, PA 16510

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