Gary R. Garner's Obituary
Gary R. Garner Sr., 57, of Weldon, IL, passed away July 10, 2015, at 6:43 p.m. at Decatur Memorial Hospital, finishing his long term battle with cancer.
The celebration of life will be held Friday, July 17, 2015 at 6 p.m. at First Free Will Baptist Church, 2709 N 27th St, Decatur.
Gary is survived by wife, Derbara J. Garner and five children: Carrie Atteberry, Gary L. Garner, Erma Garner, Derbara Garner, and Gary Garner Jr. Gary Sr. had 13 grandkids. Carrie and husband Daniel have five kids: Elizabeth, Skyler, Alec, Destiny, and Sara. Son, Gary has eight kids: Skyler, Shawn, Gage, Casey, Morgan, Derrick, Madison, and Chloe.
Gary proceeded his father James Garner in death and his mother Geneva Wheeler survives him.
Gary Sr. loved driving for ADM trucking, the Washington Redskins football team, fishing, camping, cars, races, and spending time with his family.
The family of Gary R. Garner Sr. is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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