Roy Garrett
January 13, 2010
Roy L. Garrett, 83, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at Iowa Health Hospice Taylor House in Des Moines. He was born September 7, 1926 in Des Moines, the son of Floyd and Elsie Garrett. Roy retired from Northwestern Bell in 1981.
Roy is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Mildred; son, Dan Garrett; daughter, Marcia Deer; granddaughter, Heather (Doug) DenAdel and their children, Reegan and Asher; grandson, Thomas Garrett; granddaughter, Angie (Jason) Rosenbalm and their son, Wyatt; granddaughter, Amber (Darren) Battershell and their son, Jake; brother, Larry (Gloria) Garrett; niece, Kim Garrett and nephew, Rodney Garrett.
Cremation has occurred and private family burial will take place at Rising Sun Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Taylor House in loving memory of Roy. Hamilton’s Altoona Funeral Home is handling arrangements and online condolences may be made at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jenny Rinehart
01/18/2010
Millie & family,
I'm thinking of you during your time of sorrow. I enjoyed getting to know Roy as my neighbor the past couple of years. Please let me know if you need anything at all.
Thinking of you,
Jenny Rinehart
(neighbor)
Missy Bohn
01/18/2010
Dear Garrett Family,
I just wanted to send all of you my deepest condolences for the loss of Roy. Although Roy was with us a short time, he certainly touched my heart. He was a pleasure to visit with and he always managed to bring a smile to my face. Thank-you for allowing me the chance to get to know him. Please know that you are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Missy Bohn
Social Services, Parkridge NRC
Debbie Baccus
01/17/2010
Dan and Marcia,
We are truly saddened by the loss of your father, Roy. I remember many stories Dan would share about him when Dan and I worked together. I know you were very proud of him. Please accept our deepest sympathy. I know there are no words that can ease your pain. Know that we are thinking of you and praying for you.
Dave and Debbie Baccus