Alexander Michael Garrett

1995 - 2017

Alexander Michael Garrett obituary, 1995-2017, Andrews, IN

BORN

1995

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Myers Funeral Home

2901 Guilford Street

Huntington, Indiana

Alexander Garrett Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 16, 2017.

Alexander M. Garrett, 22 of Andrews passed away at 11:29 am on Sunday, October 15, 2017 at his residence. Alex was a 2013 graduate of Huntington North High School. He had served his country in the U.S. Army and was stationed at Fort Benning in Georgia and at Fort Drum in New York as a Specialist Saw Gunner. He loved to go camping, listening to audio books, reading books, riding his Harley and playing video games. He loved spending time with his friends and family, especially Chaz and Devin.

Alex was born on April 25, 1995 in Wabash, the son of Max and Christina (Finton) Garrett.

Survivors include his parents: Max and Christina Garrett of Andrews; two brothers: Bryan Garrett and Max Garrett, Jr. both of Andrews; paternal grandmother: Dianne Fife of Wabash; maternal grandmother: Cynthia Smith of North Port, FL; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather: Max Conliff.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 20, 2017 from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm at the Myers Funeral Home Huntington Chapel, 2901 Guilford Street, Huntington, Indiana.

Memorial service will be held on Friday, October 20, 2017 at 2:00 pm following visitation at the Myers Funeral Home Huntington Chapel with Pastor Ray Harris officiating.

Interment will be at Marion National Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial donations can be made out to the Garrett Family in care of Myers Funeral Home, 2901 Guilford Street, Huntington, IN 46750.

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October 20, 2017

Rodger & Betty Smith

Dear Max, Chrissy, and Garrett family... "His mercies are renewed every morning. Great is Thy faithfulness." There's not a Friend like the lowly Jesus, no not one, no not one. Jesus knows all about our struggles. He will guide till the day is done. We are so sorry for your incomprehensible loss. May God give you the grace to continue in the faith, through much tribulation. (Acts 14:22) Your friends (&family), Rodger and Betty Smith

October 20, 2017

Kenny and Rachel Loveless

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are so sorry for your loss.

October 19, 2017

Brad and Jennifer Marting

No words are enough to express our sorrow for the Garrett family. May God be with you and comfort you.

October 19, 2017

Elizabeth Ashe

Psalm 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.

I am so sorry for your loss. May you both find comfort and healing in God's loving arms.

October 18, 2017

Dawn Huston

Max and Christine I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers!

October 18, 2017

Brenda Castillo

PRAYERS!

October 18, 2017

Missy Stephan

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October 17, 2017

Sorry for your loss. We met Alex many times while visiting our grandson Chaz. He was always well mannered and a great friend to Chaz.

Chuck, Nicki Flaherty McKeesport Pa.

October 17, 2017

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Dan & Elaine

Garretts, You are in our prayers. Don't lose faith and don't lose hope. He is with us in the valley. God bless you all. We love you so much!

October 16, 2017

Tina Hedrick

Max, Chris and family, we are so sorry for your loss.
Tina Hedrick and family

October 16, 2017

Billie Ison

Christina and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Billie

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