Mitchell James Garrison
May 09, 2015
Mitchell Garrison, 17, passed away from injuries sustained in a car accident on Saturday May 9, 2015. He was born in Des Moines on October 23, 1997, son of David and Kimberly Garrison.
Mitch was a junior at Southeast Polk High School and attended Altoona United Methodist Church. He loved playing video games, riding 4-wheelers, snowboarding, and fishing. Mitch also enjoyed cars, watching motocross, and hanging out with his friends.
Mitch is survived by his parents, Dave and Kim; siblings, Josh (fiancée, Jessica Anthony) Garrison, Jenna (Matt) Tharp, and Katie (fiancé, Zach Little) Garrison; niece, Emery; paternal grandma, Joan Garrison; maternal grandma, Karen Lyndon; as well as many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and amazing friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandpa, Willard Garrison and maternal grandpa, Richard Lyndon.
Visitation will be held at Altoona United Methodist Church, 602 5th Avenue SW, on Thursday, May 14, 2015, from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m., with the family present from
3-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, also at the church, with burial to follow at Altoona Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Altoona United Methodist Church to help fund scholarships for youth to attend church camps in loving memory of Mitchell.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Mike & Joan Workman [ x 201 ]
05/12/2015
Our heart felt prayers & sympathy go out to your family. Your loss cannot be put into words. One of my sons was killed in a car crash nearly 12 years ago, he was 18.
Lisa Wolf - Kernersville, NC
05/12/2015
Dear Dave and Family,
I know there are no words that can bring you comfort at this time. I will certainly have you in my thoughts and prayers and know that I am so sorry for your loss.
Bob and Kathy Kimzey
05/12/2015
Our sincere condolences to the family. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Craig, Cathy, Carter Wolf and Family
05/12/2015
Sending you our heartfelt condolences at the loss of your precious Mitch. We will keep your family and Mitch's friends in our prayers during these difficult days ahead.
Shelly and Samantha Bates-Crowe
05/12/2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this difficult time. God truly gained an angel as he shall look upon us all and guide us in the right direction.
Bob Alles
05/12/2015
Dave and Kim and family- I am so sorry for your loss. I know that there are no words to help your grieving process but, my thoughts and prayers are for you.
Stephanie and Michael Miller
05/12/2015
Dave, Kim and Family - So sorry to hear of this tragic accident. We are praying for your family as you go through the difficult days ahead. May God's Word, Strength and Love carry you as on eagles wings.
Jeff and Amy Driscoll
05/12/2015
Dave and family. So sorry for your loss. The Garrison family is in our thoughts and prayers
Ken Dausener
05/12/2015
Dave and family, you have my deepest sympathies for your tragic loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Laurie (Vaughan) Samuels
05/12/2015
Shock..Devastation..Loss..Pain..
Acceptance..Love..Healing..Peace..Eternal Bliss & Praise together in a time of Adoration ~
With deep love and God's continually caring presence
Lois, Tyler, and Katherine Bird - Iowa City, IA
05/12/2015
To the Garrison family - We were saddened to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you feel God's comfort in the days ahead.
Kris Hartle
05/12/2015
Dave and family- my heart breaks for you, I was so sorry to hear of your unimaginable loss of your son. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Heather St.Ores
05/12/2015
My deepest sympathies are with you and your family. You are in my prayers daily! May God help during this time of grief.
Kevin Farver
05/12/2015
Dave, Kim and family, My sincere sympathies to you and your family on your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers..
Ihla Oertwig
05/12/2015
Oh my gosh! Colonel and Mrs. Garrison and other family members - I am so very sorry for your tremendous loss. I only have one son who is 23 and I can't even begin to imagine what you must be going through. Memories of Mitchell's life will grow sweeter with the passage of time. My heart truly goes out to you and the rest of your family.