Robert “Bob” Garretson, a Northland resident of Kansas City, MO passed away June 3, 2014 following a lengthy illness. He was born July 31, 1934 in Jasper County, MO the son of Henry G. and Mae (Thrasher) Garretson. Bob was a veteran of the United States Navy and spent the majority of his working career as an electronic technician in the Navy and later a mechanic at TWA, Bethany Hospital and the United States Post Office, all in Kansas City, MO.
In his spare time he enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing and watching the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team.
He married Rosemary Smith on November 13, 1954 in Shawnee, KS. She survives of the home. Additional survivors include their children, Colleen Youmans (Mike) of Gladstone, MO, David Garretson of Kansas City, North, Beverly Garretson of Kansas City, North, Karen Garretson of Raytown, MO and Brian Garretson and his partner Joseph Dalton of Aztec, NM; a daughter-in-law, Joyce Garretson of Kansas City, North; five grandchildren, Tim, Robbie, Michael, Crystal and Autumn; two great grandchildren; and mother-in-law, Clara Smith. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Anthony G. “Tony” Garretson, a sister, Mildred Lee Garretson and a granddaughter, Kathleen Camilletti.
The family will receive friends from 7-9:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at the Meyers Northland Chapel in Parkville. A committal service with full military honors will be held 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 5, 2014 at the Leavenworth National Cemetery, 150 Muncie RD. Leavenworth, KS. Family and friends will gather at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home to process to the cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Lung Association or the American Cancer Association. Memories of Bob and condolences may be left online by visiting www.meyersfuneralchapel.com
Dear Rosemary and Brian, David and I send our heartfelt condolences. May you draw comfort in knowing we, your friends, hold you close in thought and prayer. Much love to you and your family.
Rosemary, Brian and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jane and Don Hamerle
Rosemary, Paul and I send our sympathy and prayers to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
To the family : my sincere condolences. There is no greater pain than the death of a loved one. Sometimes it seems almost more than a person can bear. Jehovah God helps us with this in His word, He promises us that He will put a stop to all sickness and death will be no more (REV 21;3.4) Jehovah also shows His love for us through the ransom sacrifice of His beloved son Jesus Christ. What a wonderful gift to be given ! Then the hope of seeing our loved ones again on this earth, transformed into a paradise. The Bible tells us this was Jehovah’s will when He created Adam & Eve. Please take your Bible and read: (Genesis 1:26,27; John 5: 28,29; Psalms 37:11,22,29). If you have any questions or comments, you can contact me at: [email protected] Sincerely: Rick Ruiz Schwebel.
I am grateful for the life of Mr. Garretson. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.
I was so sorry to hear that Bob had passed away. Unfortunately due to my work schedule I will not be able to attend either the visitation or the service. My thoughts and prayers are with each member of his family and I will be with you in spirit. May God comfort you during this time. With all of my love, Vicki