Dayle Elwood Garrett
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The man who desired “peace in God’s presence,” has arrived in heaven to join his beloved wife. Dayle Elwood Garrett passed away on June 11, 2019 at his home in Columbia, Missouri.
Dayle was born on September 16, 1919 in Money Creek Township, McLean County, Illinois, the son of Sanford and Kittie (Hefner) Garrett. His siblings, Cecil Clifford Garrett and Mozelle Garrett Wilken, preceded him in death.
He was married to Florance Louise Berner Garrett for 65 years having met in choir at the First Presbyterian Church in Bloomington, Illinois. She passed away in 2009.
After graduating from Lexington Community (Illinois) High School, Dayle attended Illinois State Normal University and graduated with a Bachelor of Education in 1942.
As part of “The Greatest Generation”, after graduating college, Dayle enlisted in the Army of the United States on August 29, 1942. He received his Honorable Discharge on November 8, 1945 as Staff Sergeant in the Stockade Military Police Command having earned the Good Conduct Medal, American Theater Service Ribbon and World War II Victory Service Ribbon. Dayle received a Certificate of Commendation for Especially Meritorious and Outstanding Service from Headquarters Camp Patrick Henry, Virginia on November 15, 1945.
During his service to his country, he returned to Bloomington, and married Florance on February 5, 1944. She returned with him to active duty and their first two children, twins, were born at the military hospital at a cost of $7.00.
Dayle returned from active duty and joined State Farm Insurance as a life underwriter at their corporate office in Bloomington. After several promotions, Dayle was asked to open the new State Farm Missouri-Kansas regional office, in Columbia, Missouri, as the Life Company Regional Manager in 1960. He retired from State Farm in 1983 after 37 years of dedicated service. At his retirement, he was asked what his hobbies were, he replied, “Florance.”
His love of music and beautiful tenor voice opened doors for him during college, his service in the army and several theatrical productions. He enjoyed sharing this gift at weddings, funerals and while singing in church choirs in Bloomington, Columbia and Clearwater, Florida.
Dayle is survived by his five children: Sharen Garrett, Columbia; Karen Hiler (Lanny), Thousand Oaks, California; Jill Bacon, Columbia; Mikel Garrett (Cheryl), Wildwood, Missouri; and Amy Gonzales (Edward), Lee’s Summit, Missouri. He has enjoyed the adoring love of his 11 grandchildren: Kevin, Ren, Rita, Taylor, Sarah, Garrett, Kelsey, Molly, Noah, Emiline and Bess; plus four great grandchildren: Nathaniel, Anna, Campbell and Graham.
Dayle has enjoyed the ability to stay in his home due to the undying care, love and devotion of his daughter, Sharen.
Services for this incredible man, who never judged anyone and accepted all with kindness, will be at 10:00 am on June 15, 2019 at The First Presbyterian Church, 16 Hitt St, Columbia, Missouri. The family invites you to a reception immediately following the service in the Ramsey Center at the church.
Dayle has requested any contributions in his memory be sent to the church. “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
Eternal rest to our dear friend Dayle.
Sincere sympathy to his loving family.
May God bless & comfort you.
Love & Prayers,
Rick & Marsha Pauly & Families
Deepest sympathy of behalf of all my Kewpie Classmates of ’63 and all Kewpie alumni of “The Kewpie Gathering Place” http://www.kewpie.net to the entire Garrett family.
Mr. Garrett was such a wonderful and caring man. He was my father’s dearest friend and a family friend for close to 60 years. Heaven has received an amazing angel today. His live will remain in all of our hearts. Prayers and hugs for his family at this difficult time. Love, Carla (Dude)and Pat Jones
Dayle was just simply a gentleman who impacted so many with his actions, love, kind words, great voice, and the cutest subtle wry smile, that made me wonder what he was pondering. A life of 99 and 3/4 years provided much to consider. Rejoice in all the great memories.
Such an honor to have known him…
I did not have the pleasure of meeting this great man but I know his daughter Jill very well. You know what kind of father he was by how his daughter Jill is. She is amazing, kind, and would do anything for anyone. Jill spoke of her father often and I loved him just by hearing about him. Many thoughts and prayers for you Jill and your entire family.
Dale was one of the nicest people I know. He will be missed! Our condolences to all of his family. Sincerely, Barb & Van Nixon
Dayle as we have watched you through the years as a neighbor and as a beloved manager at State Farm, you are loved by everyone! A great American, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather was observed by all! Your cheerful hellos will be missed by all!
Rich & Betty Wetmore
Mikel, you and your family have the thoughts and prayers from the Jamison family. Your dad paved the way for so many and lived a wonderful life. His spirit will live on in you and your entire family. Cherish the memories. We will always be there when needed.
I did not meet Mr. Garrett, I really felt I had by knowing his daughters, Sharen & Karen, who I went to school with and Jill, who I worked with at Boone Hosp., their character and pleasant ways, sound like it came from his positive upbringing. I kept in touch daily by Sharen’s posting of all the awesome activities, friends dropping in and family visiting. Sharen, well done, for your care and love given to Mr. Garrett, Rest in peace my friend.
My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family. What a wonderful life your father had and he loved you all so much! I’m so sorry for your loss! You have so many wonderful memories. I hope they bring you comfort and this time. All my love, Kathi Betz
To the entire Garrett family!
I put your Dad in the same class as Mr. Don Dugan…..two of the best men I have EVER met. When you looked up the meaning of REAL CLASS in the dictionary, you found pictures of Dayle Garrett and Don Dugan!!
I consider myself very fortunate to have worked with your Dad for many years at State Farm.
I hope I have lived my life somewhere “in the ballpark” of how good your Dad was to everyone he met, or came in contact! There are three men I hope to “grow up” to be like: Dayle Garrett, Don Dugan, and my father Arch Hill.
Much Sincere Love To The Garrett Family! Your Dad was always so very proud of all of you! The greatest compliment I can give to all of you is that each of you have followed in his footsteps!
He had a beautiful spirit and he loved his family. I had the pleasure of hearing him sing once and it was a voice of an angel! He is at peace now dancing and singing with the Lord and and his beautiful wife?? We shall meet again in Heaven one day! Prayers for all of the family for peace and the heartfelt pain of missing him????
He was the best. And raised such awesome kids…
He was a great individual and so devoted to his family and friends. My husband and I had the opportunity to be neighbors for several years. My sympathy to the family.
Mr. Garrett was a wonderful, kind man with a smile for everyone! State Farm lost a great Manager when he retired, and now God has received a special Angel!
God doesn’t send us enough Dayle Garrett’s! He was the epitome of what a friend and fellow worker should be! He had love and forgiveness in his heart for everyone! He had respect and loyalty for all! We count it a privilege to have known and worked with this truly great man! The world is a better place as a result of the love he gave! Will Rogers said, “l never met a man I didn’t like.”. Dayle could have said I never met a man I couldn’t love!We are all better because he lived! We will all miss his love and kindness. Farewell old friend! You have earned your place in Heaven thru your deeds and actions on earth! Thank you for your life!
God doesn’t send us enough Dayle Garrett’s! He was the epitome of what a friend and fellow worker should be! He had love and forgiveness in his heart for everyone! He had respect and loyalty for all! We count it a privilege to have known and worked with this truly great man! The world is a better place as a result of the love he gave! Farewell old friend! You have earned your place in Heaven thru your deeds and actions on earth! Thank you for your life!
Mr Garrett was the best of all bosses! So sorry to hear of his passing. Our condolences to all the family – Hugs to all!
Always enjoyed Sharen and Dale at the Super Duper Senior birthday parties we held for members over 85 at CCMO—
Members like Dale and my dad we’re CERTAINLY The Greatest Generation !!
We feel blessed to have known Dayle through our friendship with Sharen, and what a blessing he was! His kindness, joy, and his warm smile stayed with us long after our visits with him. We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers and look forward to celebrating his life with you on Saturday.
I agree with Greg Hill about Dayle and Don Dugan being remarkable men.
Dayle was the kindest man I’ve ever met and always a gentleman. I loved Florance as well. Sharon, job well done in enabling your dad to stay home. My condolences to his entire family, and congratulations to Dayle and Florance in their reunion . God bless you all.
What a kind, generous and lovely man! It was such a pleasure to get to know him and go to school with his twin daughters. We all, especially at State Farm, have such wonderful memories of him which we will continue to cherish. He will definitely be missed. My heartfelt condolences to all the family!! Just know, I’m sure, he is thrilled to see his lovely wife again and all family members who preceded him! Cherish your memories!!!
I met Mr. Garrett a few times at his home before and after Mizzou football games. He was welcoming and friendly, and someone I loved spending time with when I did. I know what a wonderful man he was and am glad I had a chance to meet him. Peace, love, prayers, and condolences from the whole Wollenberger family.
Thinking of you all at this sad time. Know Dayle will be missed but he is with the your Mother for ever now.
Most Sincerely, Jean Mary Jean
In Memory of a life so beautifully lived…a heart so deeply loved.
Much love to all
To Sharon and the rest of the family,
Sorry to hear of your fathers passing.
He was one of my favorite Volunteers
while working as Volunteer Coordinator
for Meal on Wheels. He was a faithful
Volunteer at M.O.W. He was a great friend.
Thanks Sharon for helping him.