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Obituary For Mr. James Albert Garrett Jr.
Mr. James Albert Garrett Jr., 80, of Gadsden, passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2021. Birth: July 30, 1940 in Talladega, Alabama
Death Date: July 14, 2021 at Riverview Regional Medical Center after a short illness.
Place of Birth: Gadsden, AL
Parents: James Garrett and Annie Bell Garrett of Gadsden, AL
Preceded in death by: James Garrett and Annie Bell Garrett
Education: Attended Gadsden City School System. Member of the Caver High School Class of 1958. Upon graduation James enlisted in the United States Armed services. James completed his commitment to protecting his country and was honorably discharged.
Deceased Information: James returned to his home of Gadsden upon completion of him military service where he enjoyed antique cars, racing and being a activity member of the local community. The community embraced his tall and lean statue. He later became known as “Pop” and by the phrase he coined “Everythang Is Everthang.” James, our beloved Carver community cowboy sported the finest Stetsons and Western boots. James along with his parents and siblings were spiritually nurtured as members of the Galilee Baptist Church.
Subsequent to his military service he was employment by Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company.
He later met and married a young nurse Jewell in 1969. James enjoyed 52 years of matrimony. He and Jewell reared three children together as husband and wife. James (Pawpaw) leaves precious memories with family and friends that include: Spouse: Wife Jewell Dean Flambo Garrett Daughter: Latona Garrett, Gadsden Alabama Sons: James Garrett III, Harvest, Alabama Jay (Tina) Garrett, Gadsden, Alabama Tracy (Chasity) Crook, Gadsden, Alabama Sister: Mary Jo Robinson, Victorville, California Brother: Roosevelt (Kathleen) Madison, Hesperia, California
James was efficiently called “PawPaw” by Seven Grandchildren: Brandi Crook, Rashad Miller, Alexia Jones, Maliq Croft, Jay Garrett Jr. Jaden Garrett and Jalya Garrett all of Gadsden, Alabama. Six great grandchildren
Nieces and Nephews: Adrienne Mitchell, Leslie Bridges, Lisa Robinson, Kathya Dudley, Julie Garrett, Priscilla Ware, Shakesha Garrett, Dustin Gray, Dillion Garrett and Jade Garrett.
Mother-In-Law: Easter Crook; Brother-In-Law: Kelvin Crook; Sister-In-Law: Kimberly Campbell Special Friend: LC Riddle and a host of other relatives, classmates and former co-workers.
Public viewing will be Tuesday, 3-6pm.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at the Galilee Baptist Church at 12:00 noon. Eulogist: Reverend Dr. G.E. Robinson Sr. Interment: Rainbow Memorial Garden.
Arrangements under the direction of West Gadsden Funeral Home 256-549-0004
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Add A CondolenceI can remembe when I first came to Gadsden from Cleveland, Ohio. James (Pop) Garrett was an upper classman to me, but I was asked many times: Are you related to "Pop Garrett"? My reply was" Maybe, I'm not sure! However I can honestly say: I never heard a negative word about this brother! I offer my condolences to his entire family, and commend them to the love and comfort of our Lord and Savior Jesus,The Christ! I Thessalonians 4: 13-18. Deacon Moses J. Garrett Cleveland, Ohio Carver Class of 1961
Love and light to the family and everythang is everything Pop you are going to be missed fly high Brother George Jr
My Cousin and friend,I am going to miss you when I am visiting Gadsden in the future. It was you that I had to connect with whenever I was home in Gadsden. I always knew where I could connect with you. Things will never be the same for me without you when I am home, however, I will always know that "Everything is Everything" with you and nothing has changed Cuz. I am going to miss you but I can be glad about the times we shared. I pray that God will give the family peace and consolation, knowing that "Everything is Everything" From Oscar L. Morris and Family.
Rest in Paradise PawPaw Garret You will be Truly Missed by hundreds of people. You got your wings now😇
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