Don Haskell Garner, 89, of Sesser passed away on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at home with his family by his side.
He was born on November 22, 1931 in Sesser, IL to Reggie and Ruth (Stodghill) Garner. Don married Barbara (McGovern) Garner and she preceded him in death on February 16, 2012. Don worked as a coal miner until his retirement in 1994. Don loved his family and his greatest joys came from spending time with them.
He is survived by his children: Lonnie (Cheryl) Garner, Jayne Pettit & Dawn Garner. Grandchildren: Laura Garner-Mayer (Brent), Craig (Melodee) Garner, Kristen Anastasi, Justin (Ashley) Dickey, Shane (Bethany) Garner and Drew (Kayelee) Pettit. Great Grandchildren: Maty Garner, Jaycee Garner, Haydon Mayer, Caleb Lewis, Josie Anastasi, Emmalyn Dickey, Cru Garner, Nora Dickey, Ellie Garner, Cala Garner, Lahna Pettit, Croix Garner and Isla Pettit.
He was preceded in death by his parents Reggie and Ruth Garner, wife, Barbara Garner, son, Danny Garner, brother, Billie Garner, son in law, Larry Pettit and daughter in law, Debbie Garner.
Graveside services will be on Monday, April 26, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Mitchell Cemetery in Sesser, IL with Bro. Chris Hottensen officiating. Friends and family are asked to meet at the cemetery. The family would like to express their gratitude to Hospice of Southern Illinois for their compassion and kindness during this time.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Sesser-Valier Athletics and will be accepted at the Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home and also at the cemetery.
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