Steven Garrels
February 06, 2012
- Share:
-
-
-
Service Details
Steven Garrels, 63, passed away Monday, February 6, 2012, at the VA Hospital in Des Moines. He was born December 3, 1948, in Lake City, Iowa, to Gerald and Barbara Garrels.
Steven served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and attending his grandchildren’s sporting events. He loved classic car shows and Harley Davidson motorcycles.
Steven is survived by his wife, Kristie Garrels; son, Jason (Sherri) Garrels; daughter, Janelle Ferriss (Jason Jorgensen); grandchildren, Miranda and Logan Garrels, Wade, Ashley, and Ethan Ferriss; siblings, Susan (Marvin) Stueland, Dennis (Penny) Garrels, Roland (Annie) Garrels, Connie (Bob) Taylor, Jim (Lisa) Garrels, Tammy (Darwin) Huseman, and Kevin Garrels, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Saturday, February 11, 2012, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, with burial to follow at Greenwood Friends Cemetery in Ankeny. The family will greet friends from 4 to 7 p.m., Friday, February 10, 2012, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Steven.
Online condolences may be made to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Kirk and Cheryl Rothell
02/11/2012
Kristie and family, we fondly remember the few times we were with you and Steve. I can't believe he is gone and we hurt for you. I know you realize that he is no longer hurting and that is a good thing. Steve was a wonderful guy and we know how much he will be missed by you and your family. We pray God will surround you with loved ones to help you through this time.
Lori & Rich Wright & Kids
02/10/2012
Kris and family,
Our hearts go out to you and your family at this time. I am so sorry for your loss! You are in our thoughts!
Jeff and Angie Edwards
02/10/2012
Kris and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss, we will always cherish our memories with you and Steve. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Jeff and Angie
Polly Burt
02/10/2012
Kris.Im so sorry for your lose. You and Steve were so cool whenever i seen the 2 of you together. Iremember the toy ride we were on quite a few years back. It will always be a memory I wont forget. It started to sleet and then snow. But we made it to the bar to warm up. Im so glad I had a chance to meet you and Steve. God blesses the best.
Polly
reggie schoneboom
02/10/2012
kris @ family
I am sorry about the loss of steve.He was a wonderful person
He will always be remembered in are hearts and prayers.
Linda Renze Mohr
02/10/2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Steve was such a fun guy and I enjoyed the times I spent with you. Remember the bucket of chicken story. I still so laugh about that. I hope to see you sometime on Saturday.
Jeff Bohnenkamp
02/10/2012
Dear Garrels family, Sorry about your loss of Steve. He was a great stand up guy. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers The Bohnenkamps
Mark@Carol Nissen
02/10/2012
Kris @ family
So sorry to hear about Steves passing.
Looking back at the good times in my life Steve @ Kris were there, fun, easy to talk to,always ready to enjoy a good prank or two.
To me there are two types of people in the world the givers and the takers. Steve was a giver in life. Always interested in the lives of others disregarding his own problems in life.
So we can rest assured that when it comes to Gods " Book Of Life " Steves name is on it.
He will be missed
Mark @ Carol Nissen
Gayle and Martha ouart
02/10/2012
May it help with your loss to know others have your family in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy. Gayle and Martha Ouart
Carol Strohecker
02/10/2012
Kris - Wanted to let you know we will be keeping you close in our thoughts and prayers. We won't be able to make it to any of the services, but will see you next week sometime. As much as Steve will be missed, he isn't suffering anymore and he's in a much better place. Steve's laughter will never be forgotten. You take good care and let us know if we can do anything. Carol and Jan
Lisa Steenhoek
02/09/2012
Kris, Janelle & Jason--
We are truly sorry for your loss. Steve was a wonderful man and the greatest grandpa! He will greatly be missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the grandchildren during this difficult time.
Joe, Lisa, Kelcie, Zachary & Katelyn.
Steve Terpening
02/09/2012
I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing and for your loss. I thought very highly of him.
Tom and Cathy Hickcox
02/09/2012
We are very sorry for your loss. Steve was a great friend and co-worker. He was missed when he retired. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susan Lary
02/08/2012
Aunt Kris and family, I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Steve's passing. Steve was so much fun to be around. I will miss his smile and seeing him at the Farm Festival. We as humans are selfish when it comes to a loved one passing, we want them to stay with us forever. Uncle Steve was loved by so many and he will be greatly missed.