Official Obituary of
James Reuben Garrison
August 18, 1933 ~ September 8, 2025 (age 92) 92 Years Old
James Garrison Obituary
James Reuben Garrison, age 92 born August 18, 1933 went home to be with the Lord September 8, 2025. Lived in Mountainair, New Mexico.
He is preceded in Glory by wife of 58 years Barbara Jenell Garrison, daughter-in-law Paula Garrison, grandson Greg Garrison and siblings Leota Holdridge, Galen Garrison, and Francine Ptak.
He is survived by wife of 11 years, Dianne Hagan Garrison, children. Linda Bergstrom, Randy (Debbie) Garrison, Pam (Jeff) Giles, Marvin Garrison, Wendell (Heather) Garrison, Marsha (Les) Bishop, and sister Shirley LaFlamme. Reuben is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 40 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren and expecting one great grandchild and two more great great grandchildren.
Reuben was known for his faith and love of our living God who created all things. He loved spending time in the outdoors enjoying Gods creation. He taught his kids and grandkids how to enjoy and appreciate what God has given us. Hunting, fishing, hiking and camping were all
part of his life. He was given the gift of Hospitality. Many people have experienced his open heart by sharing a meal at the Garrison's table. He enjoyed playing games with family and friends, and would pray daily for them along his mail route. We will greatly miss him and thank the Lord for his life.
A celebration of Life service will be at the Assembly of God Church in Mountainair, New Mexico at 2pm, September 27, 2025. The family will be having light refreshments following services.
In lieu of flowers you can donate to SOAR International Ministries "Stuff a Stocking" project. For more information and to donate online go to
https://soarinternational.org/ministries/stuff-a-stocking
Arrangements are being handled by the caring professionals at the Noblin Funeral Service Belen Chapel, where an online guest register is available at www.noblin.com
He is preceded in Glory by wife of 58 years Barbara Jenell Garrison, daughter-in-law Paula Garrison, grandson Greg Garrison and siblings Leota Holdridge, Galen Garrison, and Francine Ptak.
He is survived by wife of 11 years, Dianne Hagan Garrison, children. Linda Bergstrom, Randy (Debbie) Garrison, Pam (Jeff) Giles, Marvin Garrison, Wendell (Heather) Garrison, Marsha (Les) Bishop, and sister Shirley LaFlamme. Reuben is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 40 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren and expecting one great grandchild and two more great great grandchildren.
Reuben was known for his faith and love of our living God who created all things. He loved spending time in the outdoors enjoying Gods creation. He taught his kids and grandkids how to enjoy and appreciate what God has given us. Hunting, fishing, hiking and camping were all
part of his life. He was given the gift of Hospitality. Many people have experienced his open heart by sharing a meal at the Garrison's table. He enjoyed playing games with family and friends, and would pray daily for them along his mail route. We will greatly miss him and thank the Lord for his life.
A celebration of Life service will be at the Assembly of God Church in Mountainair, New Mexico at 2pm, September 27, 2025. The family will be having light refreshments following services.
In lieu of flowers you can donate to SOAR International Ministries "Stuff a Stocking" project. For more information and to donate online go to
https://soarinternational.org/ministries/stuff-a-stocking
Arrangements are being handled by the caring professionals at the Noblin Funeral Service Belen Chapel, where an online guest register is available at www.noblin.com
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