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Obituary For Bernard Garlick, Jr.
Bernard Garlick Jr., 78, of Columbus, GA passed Tuesday, May, 14, 2024 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be held at 12:00 pm EST on Thursday, May 23, 2024 in the C.T. Chapel at Taylor Funeral Home with Chaplin Kenneth Wilcox, officiating. Burial to follow at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery. Public viewing is Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. EST.
Bernard Garlick, Jr. passed away on the morning of May 14th, 2024 in Columbus, Georgia after a lengthy illness. He was 78 years old. He was born in Newport News, Virginia to Bernard and Gladys Garlick on the 24th of December, 1945.
Bernard grew up in Phoebus, Virginia. He entered the United States Army in July of 1966 and served honorably for 20 years until his military retirement in 1986. He served three (3) tours in Vietnam and was assigned military duties in numerous locations both in the States and overseas. After his Army retirement he lived in Manhattan, Kansas until 2012 when he moved to Columbus, Georgia.
Bernard graduated from George P. Phenix High School in Hampton, Virginia in 1966. He received a bachelor’s degree in applied management in 1996 from Upper Iowa University.
Bernard was a proud military Veteran and was a member of the Disabled American Veterans; the American Legion; and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).
Although Bernard did not attend church regularly, he was both a godly and a god - fearing man. The fruits of his life demonstrated his faith and belief in God. He was the husband of one wife with whom he brought up three (3) children. There was nothing more precious to him than his family and it showed in the life he led and all the things he did to give his family a good life and a good foundation of morality and Christian principles.
Bernard was an outgoing and social person. He was a talker and enjoyed reminiscing about his Army exploits with other old soldiers. He loved telling stories about his early life growing up in Virginia. His children can tell these stories verbatim because they have heard them told and retold so many times.
The loss of this good man weighs heavily upon every one of his family members. His passing has left a void that our memories of him are not adequate to fill.
Bernard was preceded in death by his mother, Gladys Cleo Garlick; his father, Bernard Garlick, Sr.; his brother, Thomas Edward Maker; and his sister, Martha May Lindsey.
Bernard is survived by his wife of over 51 years, May Florence Garlick; three children, Mary Alice Garlick-Herring of Abilene, Kansas, Bernard Garlick, III (wife: Ayanna) of Grovetown, Georgia, Georgette Cleo Garlick of Columbus, Georgia; nine (9) grandchildren; two great grandchildren; a sister, Cleo Pearl Byrd of Hampton, Virginia; an aunt, Gertrude Stewart of League City, Texas; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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Tiffany Tate sent Serene Lily Basket for Bernard Garlick, Jr. - May 20, 2024
Forever in Our Hearts. Thank You for taking care of your extended family. A Brother, A Role Model and an Amazing Uncle. Rest Well. With Love, Pearl, Roshaun, Tiffany, Makayla & Christian Tate
Jodi sent The Peace Lily for Bernard Garlick, Jr. - May 17, 2024
To the Garlick Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all through this difficult time.
With Love,
The MGC/FAB Family @ Fort Eisenhower, GA
America the Beautiful was sent for Bernard Garlick, Jr. - May 16, 2024
Mr. Garlick, you will be truly missed. I had the pleasure of having you as one of my patients,the few months that I've known you. You and yourwife made me special and appreciated. I enjoyed talking and listening to you about your life history. May you rest in peace Mr. Garlic. Mrs. Florence, Georgette and the rest of the family, you are in my thoughts and prayers! Peggy Williams
Florence, Georgette and other family members, ou have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your love one. I pray for your strength and comfort. Be Blessed! Mary McFolley
My deepest condolences to my adopted family I'm going to miss you so much I love you and you were the best person to me even when you didn't feel good sometimes you would tell me and sometimes you wouldn't rest peacefully I will make sure I check on mom and my sister for you love always Liz Chapmen
Florence and Georgette, Our deepest Condolences for your loss. May PEACE be with you and your family during this challenging time.. Your GA2 Sisters.
Peace Dad. I hope I have honored you as a son as well as you have been a father to me. Your impact in my life is imprinted deeply into my being. I will continue to celebrate your life, honor your memory and diligently take care of our family.
Praying for you and your family Mary!
Georgette and Family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I pray you are comforted. Tannette
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
