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Garrett William Ling

1944 - 2023

Garrett William Ling obituary, 1944-2023, Santa Rosa, CA

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1944

DIED

2023

Garrett Ling Obituary

Garrett William Ling
July 8, 1944 - October 6, 2023
Garrett William Ling sadly and unexpectedly passed away on October 6, 2023.

Born in Oakland, CA on July 8, 1944, and raised in Windsor, CA. He is preceded in death by his wife, Linda (Peters) Ling, his parents, Homer and Esther Ling, and his sister, Beverley McMasters. He is survived by his partner of 30 years, Shirley Buchignani, his adored son, Brian Ling (Shannon), his grandchildren Jacob, Zachary, Madison, and Ashley, along with three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Garrett will be greatly missed by his long-time dear friends and all who knew him.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Press Democrat on Oct. 29, 2023.

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Richard & Mary

December 18, 2024

Merry Christmas to Shirley! We're thinking about you and we miss Garrett. Wishing you, and all your family peace and all the best health and healing. Love Richard & Mary

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