Patricia Mae Garwood
December 07, 2013
Patricia Mae Garwood, 63, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2013 at UnityPoint Health Taylor House.
Patti was born November 15, 1950 in Des Moines, Iowa to Ellsworth “Ray” and Esther Niffenegger. She graduated from North High School in 1968. Patti retired from the Intelligence Division of the State Division of Criminal Investigation as a criminal analyst.
Patti is survived by her husband of 43 years, James; mother, Esther Niffenegger; son, Jeffery; grandsons, Justin and Ryan; sister, Lila Kurth; and brother, Jerry Niffenegger. She was preceded in death by her father, Ellsworth.
A celebration of life will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, December 12, 2013 at Bloomfield United Methodist Church, 5930 Indianola Ave, Des Moines.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Susan G. Komen of Iowa or Bloomfield United Methodist Church.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Mary Beth Justice Overton
12/15/2013
Always enjoyed Pattie's sunny disposition. She was so helpful when I needed her. Made my days at the Sheriff's office much easier. Little did I know until years later that she was married to my classmate. Sincere sympathy to your amily.
Shirley Sabin
12/13/2013
My sincere sympathy goes out to the Garwood and Niffenegger families. Growing up Patti and I were the best of buds and I will always hold those memories close to me. May God comfort you and give you strength.
Mike Marlin, retired DCI
12/13/2013
I have been blessed knowing Pattie since she came on board at BCI. What a lady and friend. She worked for all of us, regardless of where we worked. She showed us love and that smile. We will miss Pattie. God Bless.
Donna Bruns & Sherry Wright
12/13/2013
We want to give our sincere sympathies to Pattie's family and friends. We are privileged to know and love Pattie's mom Esther. May God strengthen and sustain you at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kyle Renell (former MNBCA)
12/12/2013
I got to know Pattie while working for the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. We only knew each other via phone, but Pattie was always friendly, super helpful, and very professional. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. May her memory be for a blessing.
Jack Seward, retired DCI
12/11/2013
I got to know Pattie thru LEIN in the last century. She and Lu were absolutely indispensable to us in the field, but beyond that, her wonderful character always shined on any that encountered her. I trust the Lord in Heaven to care for her now, and give strength to her family and friends until we all meet again.
Holly Witt
12/11/2013
I enjoyed Pattie's bright personality and kind disposition. She was a wonderful colleague. My deepest condolences to the Garwood Family.
AJ Fundermann
12/11/2013
Patty you will truly be missed! Heaven has now gotten an amazing Angel! Love you!
Kurt Miene (Iowa Motor Veh. Enforcement)
12/11/2013
My Deepest Condolences to the entire Garwood Family. Pattie was such a caring sole, working with her over the years was always a joy. No matter the task she was always there to help and guide so many. God Bless my friend.
Rich DeJoode Des Moines Police
12/11/2013
Iowa Law Enforcement has lost a great friend and partner. Pattie was always there to pitch in and help put the pieces together so that we could all see the clear picture. She will be truly missed. Our condolences to her beloved family.
MJ
12/10/2013
I only knew "Amazing Pattie" for about 20 years, but I had the pleasure of working beside her for the last 9. She was Amazing as a partner and as a friend. A true friend and professional. I can not express how much I will miss her. Until we meet again Amazing; rest well, you have earned it. We were blessed by God to have known you. Now heaven needs you, square those Angels away!
Bob & Betty Williams (DCI Ret)
12/10/2013
Patti's family:
our sincere condolences during this difficult time. Patti was such a wonderful person and will be forever missed. " I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race. I have kept the faith. " 2 Timothy 4:7
God Bless,
The Williams' Sierra Vista, Az
Fred Gere
12/10/2013
As the sun surely sets:
Dawn will see it arise,
For Service above self
Demands its own prize.
You have fought the good fight,
Lifes race has been run,
And peace your reward,
For eternity begun.
And we that are left,
Shall never forget,
Rest in Peace, friend and colleague,
For the sun has now set.
We will remember Pattie,
Hasten the Dawn.
On behalf of all past and present international IOMGIA police officers we extend our sincere condolences to all of her family and friends.
Fred Gere
Western Australia Police
Debby (Nelson) Garvis
12/10/2013
My your loving memories of Pattie be a comfort to you. I have very fond memories of our time at Union Park Christian Church and our walks to Union Park.
Jeffrey Allen
12/10/2013
We have lost a friend and an awesome collegue in Pattie. I hope her loss brings all the family and friends closer together.
She is being remembered by all the MCIO Regions, IOMGIA and KILO members across the World.
Jeff Allen
Indy Metro P.D.