Donald L. Garrett

Donald Lee Garrett, 81, of Uhrichsville, passed away on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at Amberwood Manor in New Philadelphia, following a period of declining health. Born November 24, 1941 in Dennison, he was a son of the late James O. and Helen M. (Tharp) Garrett.

A lifelong Twin City resident, Don was a 1960 graduate of Uhrichsville High School. He enjoyed a long career as a carpenter, having worked for a number of area construction companies, before spending many years with Beaver Excavating until his retirement as their superintendent. He was a former member of the Dennison Eagles, Uhrichsville Moose, and the A.I.C. in Dennison. He loved outdoor activities, spending many happy hours fishing, hunting, and mushroom hunting, but most of all he loved to golf.

On August 19, 1967, Don married Marilyn L. (Wells) Garrett with whom he looked forward to celebrating 56 years of marriage this summer. He is also survived by their daughter, Michele (Steven) Brick; son, Ryan Garrett; grandchildren, Brandon Garrett, Drew and Alexa Brick, Morgan (Zeb) Fisher, and Danielle and Carter Garrett; and great-grandchildren, Ella and Grayson. Don’s surviving family is completed by his sisters, Beverly (Bill) Langdon, Carolyn (Larry) Anderson, and Jean Ann Padgett, and many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind many dear friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Michael A. Garrett; brothers, Harold, James, Bill, and Louis "Henry"; and sisters, Bonnie, Lurlene, Estelle, and Mary Kay.

His funeral will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 19, at the R. K. Lindsey Funeral Home in Dennison where his family will receive callers for two hours prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the charity of the donor’s choice.