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L. LaMar Garner

Garner L. LaMar RESIZED

LaMar Garner, 87, of Fremont, OH passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, January 19, 2021. He was born in Fremont on April 24, 1933 to Laurel “Sam” and Helen S. (Sabo) Garner. He was a 1952 graduate of Fremont Ross High School.  LaMar married Donna G. Krotzer on July 17, 1954 in Gibsonburg, OH and she survives.  He was a tool & die maker at Singer Eaton Controls for forty years.  He then worked for eleven years at Century Tool & Die where he retired.

LaMar was an active member of Grace Lutheran Church where he worked the sound system for more than fifty years, volunteered at church, served on the church council and as an usher.  LaMar volunteered at Share & Care and served on the Board.  He was a Cub Master and enjoyed traveling, remodeling and woodworking.  LaMar was a very gentle kind person that loved his family dearly and would help them anyway that he could.  He was the recipient of the 2013 Community Trustee of the Year presented by the Leadership of Sandusky County and Rotary Club of Fremont.

LaMar is survived by his wife of sixty-six years, Donna G. Garner, Fremont, OH; children, Peggy Ochs, Tiffin, OH, Jan (Carolyn) Garner and Kevin (Sheryl) Garner both of Lindsey, OH, Lori (Robert) Finkel, Gahanna, OH; grandchildren, Stephanie, Jeremy and Josh Garner, Shawna Blunt, Ashleigh and Curtis Ochs, Brittney Bender, Zak Garner, Daniel Finkel and Sally Stowers; fourteen great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation:  Friday, January 22, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH.

The use of face masks is required while indoors at all services. Social distancing will be observed throughout all services with wait times taking place outdoors. If you would prefer, you may express your condolences at www.whhfh.com or call the funeral home at 419-332-6409 to request that your name be signed in the guest book.

Services are private for the family.

Burial will take place at Oakwood Cemetery

Memorials can be made to Grace Lutheran Church or Hospice of ProMedica Memorial Hospital.

 

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  1. Tom & Tracy Michles

    January 20, 2021 at 10:49 pm

    Are deepest condolence to Kevin and the whole family he was a good man.

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  2. Cheryl Wohlmuth

    January 21, 2021 at 12:59 am

    So sorry for your loss!!
    Cheryl Wohlmuth

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  3. Linda Wagner l

    January 21, 2021 at 3:40 am

    Donna and Family, I am so very sorry to hear of Lamars passing. He was a very caring and gentle man!

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  4. Jeanne Warren

    January 21, 2021 at 6:24 am

    So sorry for your loss. He was a good classmate. We are all getting there. know h was good friend of Sharon and Jim. She usuakky kept me informed but haven’t talked to her for a while. Prayers for your family.

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  5. richard l roth sr

    January 21, 2021 at 2:37 pm

    condolence for your loss donna. dont know if you remember me or not. my mother was clara roth

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  6. Karen Seman

    January 21, 2021 at 4:24 pm

    I was saddened to learn of Lamar ‘s death. He was such a wonderful man. I will miss seeing him at Share and Care. Donna I am so sorry for you and your families loss. Know in your heart I would come to the visitation if I could. Sending love and prayers. Hope to see you soon. Love Karen

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  7. LINDA MARTIN

    January 22, 2021 at 3:06 pm

    Donna and family,
    Very sorry for your loss. Lamar was a good man. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

    Linda Martin

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  8. Dick Weiker

    January 23, 2021 at 12:21 am

    Joyce and I will miss our paper boy. The best neighbor anyone could have. Jesus said to love your neighbor as yourself, LaMar and Donna have lived that. Joyce and I think the Garner family are special people through Lamar’s example. Lamar is in the presence of the Lord.

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  9. John & Jackie Dubler

    January 23, 2021 at 4:16 am

    Donna and Family–

    Our sincere sympathy at the loss of Lamar. A truly wonderful gentleman and loving family leader. May you be surrounded in joyful memories at this time of great sadness and mourning.
    Grace and Peace be with all of you!
    Jackie & John Dubler, Krysti & Levi, Charlie, and Abri & Brennen

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  10. John & Jackie Dubler & Family

    January 23, 2021 at 3:35 pm

    Donna and Family–

    Our sincere sympathy in the loss of Lamar. What a kind and wonderful gentleman! He will be truly missed by family and friends.
    May God’s grace surround you with joyful memories as you mourn his passing.

    Grace, hugs, and peace be with each of you,
    John & Jackie Dubler, Krysti, Levi, & Charlie, Abri & Brennen

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  11. Shirley Koons

    February 11, 2021 at 11:30 pm

    Donna so sorry for your loss. Miss all my friends on Thomas Dr. Hope you are doing well, you have my sincere sympathy.

    Shirley Koons

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