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Cletus Garner Obituary
Born in Greensboro, N.C., Mr. Garner lived in West Milford before recently moving to Hillburn. He was the co-owner and operator of the Passport Café, West Milford, for the past four years. Previously, he was a caterer in Manhattan, N.Y., for more than 20 years. He was a member of the YumYum Club as well.
Services were Thursday at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, West Milford. Arrangements were by the Stickle-Soltesz Funeral Home, Newfoundland. Donations may be sent to the West Milford Rotary Scholarship Fund, c/o the Stickle-Soltesz Funeral Home, 187 LaRue Road, P.O. Box 287, Newfoundland, NJ 07435
Mr. Garner is survived by his mother, Vivian Garner of North Carolina; his sisters, Jackie, Sheila, and Wanda; his brothers, Rico, Carl, Michael, and Shelby.
He was predeceased by his father, James; his sister, Gloria; and his brother, James.
Memories and Condolences
for Cletus Garner
21 Entries
Ralph Pappacena
December 14, 2022
Rip Cletus..We had many laughs together....
February 7, 2017
May god bless your soul!!!!rip
Eric Johnson
December 17, 2013
Cletus you will be truly missed! You touched so many with your personality and authentic ways...I am greatful to have known you, and we shared so many fond memories. I just learned of your passing last night and my heart is heavy,but I know you are at peace....
William Rambert
September 11, 2013
I met Cletus working for world class catering he left there and I followed him he started in his tiny kitchen and from there he evolved into a great chef and mentor I am truly shocked and saddened he will always be remembered as my friend
July 18, 2013
Cletus, Thank you for your smile, conversation, and embrassing my family with great food, fond memories and such laughter. You will be truly missed by the entire Caesar family and always remembered for your kindness and beautiful heart. My family and I adored you.
With deepest graditude,
Collette Caesar
Jim Petrone
January 26, 2013
Cletus and I were good friends and had many fun times working on his house and at the gym. He will be missed!
Elliott Cohen
December 23, 2012
I have known Cletus for over 10 years. I will miss his happy deameanor, his beautiful smile and his laugh. Most of all I will miss his friendship.
Ralph Pappacena
December 19, 2012
Cletus and I had a good many laughs the last 5 years..I'll miss you buddy...
Cletus love traveling
December 19, 2012
Cletus Loved this car
December 19, 2012
Cletus love making people Happy
December 19, 2012
We had fun traveling
December 19, 2012
Cletus loved to cook
December 19, 2012
Catering my Birthday Party
December 19, 2012
Friends hanging out having fun
December 19, 2012
A friendship that kept three people together for what seemed like a life time....still not long enough.
TraceyLynn, Kelly & Cletus
December 19, 2012
Kelly Canzater
December 18, 2012
I was blessed to have been friends with a man of class, intellect and grace. A friendship that kept three people together for what seemed like a life time....still not long enough. Forever in my heart. Kelly
TraceyLynn Counts
December 18, 2012
Cletus & I had known each since 1987. Whenever we were together there's was ALWAYS laughter & good times. He loved life & he lived! I loved him so much! My heart is broken, but I know he's in no more pain. I'm going to miss his beautiful smile & great laughter.
Gone too soon! Rest in peace "My Friend".
Tangee Wright
December 18, 2012
My last encounter with you was on my 40th birthday. I will never forget you. Your smile would light up the world....thank you for leaving me with the last impression I keep visualizing your smile and that awesome body.... You will solely be missed....love you!!!!!
TraceyLynn Counts
December 18, 2012
I thank God for having known Cletus since 1987.
He was always fun to be with. He never complained about anything. He embraced life, he loved life and he lived!
I'm going to miss my friend, his beautiful smile and laughter. Gone too soon!
"Rest in Peace My Brother".
Ralph Johnson
December 18, 2012
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
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