Arnold “Arnie” Alex Garner, Jr.
On August 19, 2016, Arnie passed away in Colstrip, MT at the age of 72 as the result of natural causes. Arnie Garner was born in St. Cloud, MN on August 4, 1944. He was the oldest of four children born to Arnold Alex Garner, Sr. and Mabel Garner “Benning”.
Arnie was known by all for his deep love of his family and friends, as well as his enjoyment of the great outdoors. A lifelong hunter and fisherman, Arnie was always in his element on the lake or in the woods. Those fortunate enough to accompany him on one of these adventures was blessed with the best companionship one could ask for.
Arnie was a man who would do anything for someone in in need. For twenty years, Arnie proudly served the Colstrip community as a volunteer fireman, acting as fire chief for several years. His many years of service in the Colstrip Public Schools and Colstrip Parks and Recreation District touched thousands of lives.
Most recently, Arnie treasured taking his dog, Max, on trips around town in his Razor vehicle. He also enjoyed time shared over a cup of coffee each morning with the Rusty Zipper Club.
As a brother, dad, and friend, Arnie will be immensely missed on this earth.
Arnie was preceded in death by his father Arnold, Sr.; mother Mabel; and his brother Roger of San Angelo, Texas. He is survived by his brother David, of Tampa, FL; sister Sharon Burton of Colstrip; son Jeffery of Englewood, CO; son Jared of Billings; and daughter Julie Balsam of Helena.
A Celebration of Life will take place on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 1:00 PM at Life’s Journey Church in Colstrip. In Lieu of flowers, the family requests that donation be made to the Colstrip Volunteer Fire Department. Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth is assisting with arrangements and condolences may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
1:00 PM
Wednesday August 24, 2016
Life's Journey Church
Colstrip, MT 59323
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
1:00 PM
Wednesday August 24, 2016
Life's Journey Church
Colstrip, MT 59323
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Mr.& Mrs Gene Desmarais says
To all the Garner families. You are in out thoughts and prayers.. hold on to your memories. When you go hunting you will remember him or when you see a school bus. There are so many memories. Just remember how much he loved you and you loved him. He was a son brother uncle husband dad and granddad and friend. So he was loved by many so lots of memories. RIP Arnie.
Gary, Amber and Taylor Ramsey says
Jeff, Jared, Julie and Garner Families,
We are so sorry for your loss. Treasure all of your memories they will give you comfort always.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Ken Stokes says
So sorry to hear of Arnie’s passing. He will be missed.
Mary and Jolyn Dillon says
We are sending our sincere sympathy. Your family will be kept in our prayers. It is comforting knowing that we will see our loved ones again.
Mary and Jolyn Dillon
Andrita Harris says
Garner Family,
Sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy; you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff Bilharz says
Garner family our prayers are with you he will be missed.
Dean and Betty Pettis says
Garner Family,
You have our deepest sympathies and are in our thoughts and prayers. It has been over 30 years since we left Colstrip and were your neighbors across the street. Many cherished memories and good times.
Steve Perusich says
It has been a joy to be around Arnie. He will be missed at the Rusty Zipper group. Are deepest sympathy goes out to all of the family. You will be in our prayers as you go through this loss.
Susan Acton says
Garner family, I was sorry to hear of Arnie’s passing. When Arnie worked at the school there wasn’t anything he couldn’t repair and he was always willing to take on anything asked of him. He was really proud of his children and talked of you often. Cherish your memories.
jackson craig says
To Garner family,
My Sympathy to your loss that comfort to you he is loved and cherish in the celebration of his life and remembrance precious memories. He is a person or man that has shared skills, thoughts and knowledge about his peers and being a mentor to those he has touch along his pathway of achievements and adventures. He was proud of his family, the community lived in and shared talents. Prayers and comfort during this time.
Pete and diane Nagel says
So sorry to hear of Arnie’s passing, cherish all the memories. Our thoughts and prayers to all the family
Jeff and Linda Hamilton says
We were so saddened to hear of Arnie’s passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. He will be missed.
Janet & Ivan Whiteaker says
We were so sorry to hear about Arnie’s passing. I also worked at the school and he was always helpful when things needed fixing. He will be missed in this community. God bless you in your sorrow.
Dena Widdicombe- Schindler says
To all the family,
Arnie will truly be missed, he had such a positive impact on this community for so many years! I’m sure glad I got to visit with him last week at the post office, he always had such great stories and adventures to talk about . Treasure all ur moments and memories together. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Karson and marie Kluver says
Garner Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Arnie always met you with a wonderful smile.
Karson and Marie Kluver and Family
Bonnie W. Bigback says
To all the family;
So very saddened to learn of Arnie’s sudden passing. Prayers go out to all members of the family.
Kurt Seward says
RIP Arnie, I always enjoyed visiting and will miss you. God bless you and your family.