Curtis Lindsay Garner Obituary (1974 - 2008)

“Curtie” Curtis Lindsay Garner, beloved son, father, brother, and uncle, died suddenly at his home in Riverton, Utah, on September 11, 2008. He was 33 years old. Curtis is the oldest son of Gary and Elizabeth Garner of South Jordan, Utah. He was born on December 30, 1974, in Logan, Utah, where his parents were students at Utah State University. Curtis spent some childhood years in Downey, California, and Rexburg, Idaho, but grew up in South Jordan and attended local schools. He was currently enrolled at Salt Lake Community College and loved his job at Alta View Concrete. Curtis married Robyn Richards on September 20, 2003, in Ogden, Utah. They were later divorced. He is the devoted father of Samantha Rae Nyborg, 12, and Jackson Chase Garner, 4. His children were the love and joy of his life. He also cherished his associations with the single adult community of the LDS Church. Curtis was blessed with many abilities and talents. He achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. An accomplished musician, he played both piano and flute. He was a gifted athlete and played baseball and softball all his life. He also played varsity football for Bingham High School, where he was an honor student. He was a wonderful speaker and teacher. During his lifetime, Curtis demonstrated great courage and strength. He fought his way out of the darkness of drug addiction and was an inspiration to all who knew him. He was a humble and dedicated facilitator in the LDS Addiction Recovery Program, part of the West Valley Mission of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. His mission leaders spoke of him as an example of hope and courage to those who were downtrodden and hopeless. He was a faithful Elder in the Church, and his temple recommend was his most prized earthly possession. Curtis was heartbroken at the death of his brother, Jay, in June, 2008. The boys, along with brother Gary, Jr., are now rejoicing together in the spirit world as they prepare for further missionary service. Curtis is survived by his parents, Gary and Elizabeth, his children, Sammi and Jackson, his grandmother, Marjorie Call, and siblings Bryce, Stacy, Holly, Kevin, and their families. Funeral services in honor of Curtis will be held Saturday, September 20, 2008, at the South Jordan Third Ward chapel, 9750 South 2200 West. There will be a viewing that morning from 10:00-11:45 a.m., with the service following at noon. Curtis will be interred next to his brother, Jay, in the South Jordan City Cemetery.