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Obituary For Earnest "Bill" Garrison

Earnest Garrison, 72, of Madison, NC died March 20, 2021. Public viewing will be from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, March 26, 2021 at Perry- Spencer Funeral Home, Madison, NC. A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 27, 2021 at Collins Cemetery.

Earnest “Bill” Garrison, gained his wings in the early morning of March 20, 2021. “Bill” was born on November 7, 1948 in Rockingham County to the late Charlie Garrison and Minnie Cardwell Garrison. “Bill” was a veteran of the US Army and obtained a degree in Business Administration for Jefferson College. He later worked for Burlington Industries before working at E-Z Stop in Ridgeway, VA for 25 years. Rouses’ Group Home Inc. is where he called home and happily devoted 34 years of service. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Garrison.

“Bill” leaves to cherish his memories: his sons; Robert Penn “Donnie”, Stoneville, NC, Earnest Garrison (Ann Nowlin), Mayodan, NC, Darron Garrison “Deechie” (Kay), Eden, NC, Maurice Moore (Kia), Greensboro, NC, his only daughter; Burrell G. Craig (Shannon), Mayodan, NC, his special nieces and nephews; Charlotte Cress (Robert), Charles Garrison (VeRonda), Lanette Carter (Harry). Last but not least, his special brother-in-law, Willie (Reed) Penn, who is a fellow U.S. Army Veteran who served alongside him in the military. “Papa-Yo” was very special to each one of his grandchildren. He leaves behind a squad of 5 grandsons, 14 granddaughters, 4 great grandsons, 5 Great granddaughters, and a host of other relatives and dear friends.

Guest Book

To my "Daddy"!!! YOU will be greatly missed! Words cannot express how truly hard it's been for our entire family since you have left. You were a true Monarch of the Garrison Family! We will forever remember all of the values that you instilled in us! My brothers and I have always been close, but with you becoming ill made us even closer and now we lean on each other daily. We miss and Love YOU very much! Make sure to kiss Mama Jeannie, Grandma Minnie, Daddy Lloyd, Grand Daddy, Uncle Charles, Uncle Tommy, and ALL of our other family members that you are walking around with in Heaven! We Love You Always and we'll see you again!!!! Burrrell Garrison Craig

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My sincere condolences to the family of Earnest Bill Garrison. May your family find peace in the precious memories you share. Debbie Claybrook

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I offer my condolences to the Garrison family. May you find comfort in your memories of his love and kindness. RaVonda Dalton-Rann

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Sending prayers and love to the family of "Uncle Bill". We cherish our memories of you always and wish you peace. God blessed us all with your earthly presence and we are grateful. We love you, Robin, Lindsay, Luke, Lauren, and Paul

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So sorry to hear of the loss of your Dear love one. May God comfort you in the days to come. Your in my prayers. Tammy Lowe

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May God Comfort you today and Always. Deacon Roger and Rev. Nancy S. Redd

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My deepest condolences and prayers for the entire Garrison family. Bill was my neighbor for many years on the K-Fork Rd. And I attended school with his sons. So sorry for your loss. Continued prayers of strength and peace thru this difficult time. Sincerely, Dexter Welch Nashville, TN.

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Sending our sincerest condolences, and prayers to the entire Garrison family. It was a pleasure to have known Doughty as his family so lovingly called him( brave,fearless, persistent, and determined) You have fought the good fight and now is time for you to take your eternal rest. The memories we shared will be forever in our hearts. Love George & Yvette

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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