Craig Carrington Garrett
July 26, 1960 - February 15, 2009
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Craig Carrington Garrett
July 26, 1960 - February 15, 2009
Obituary
Craig Carrington Garrett, 48, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 15, 2009 of cardiac arrest at his home in San Clemente, California. He was born July 26, 1960 in North Hollywood, California and lived most of his early life in Massachusetts and later in Southern California. He is survived and deeply loved by his wife Sherry Lynn Garrett, his only son Chase Carrington Garrett, age 6, his mother and step-dad Suzanne Goodwin and George E. Slye of Naples, Florida, his brother Curtis Charles Garrett Vicki and his three nephews, Chad, Cole and Connor Garrett of Ladera Ranch, California.
Craig was an avid sportsman all of his life beginning as an All-Star every year he played in Little Leaque Baseball. His shelves were full of trophies and awards. His happiest of times were spent playing tennis, boating, water skiing, deep sea fishing, snow skiing, and of course, ‘on the course’ golfing. The only thing that made these times better for him was when he was with a good friend or a close family member. He was an outstanding adult softball player who participated for years in many local competitive leagues. He was just in his element being outdoors, and with a ball in his hand. He even knew how to make a whiffle-ball game with his son and nephews seem like the World Series.
His lifetime love of sports created his passionate enthusiasm for the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots. If you weren’t sitting beside him while he sat in his beloved brown leather recliner watching one of his favorite teams, then you were somewhere else being bombarded by his phone calls whenever an exciting play was made.
Go Red Sox! Go Patriots!
Craig is watching and cheering from above.
He Will Be Missed by Family and Friends
May He Rest In Peace
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 25, in the Chapel at O’Connor Mortuary in Laguna Hills, California at 1:00 p.m.
A private Burial at Sea will take place on Friday, February 27, at Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach, California at 11:00 a.m.
22 responses to Craig Carrington Garrett
Phil Sedler says:
February 23, 2009
I had the priviledge of spending much of my late teens and twenties Waterskiing, hanging out and having Craig as a visitor at Plymouth State College. He spent most summers as my neighbor on Lake Winnipesaukee and was one of the people I remember as a true friend. Even though I had not seen Craig in years I will always remember him as the life of any gathering, and I am saddened that his light was extinguished so early. I will always remember him as he was…and my deepest regrets to his family. Curt, Suzanne & George….and his wife and son whom I regret I never had the pleasure to meet.
Scott McNeill says:
February 23, 2009
I will remember Craig for the conversations we had. Some of the best talks ever were with him. My family was blessed to know him and appreciate the chance to be a part of his life. Your family is in our prayers.
Todd Cernetic says:
February 23, 2009
Craig was a friend who blessed me and my family. I was honored to know him and see him as a loving father to Chase.
Our Prayers are with you all, the Cernetic family
Chase Garrett says:
February 24, 2009
Dad,
I love you and I am gonna miss you and when I get to heaven we’re gonna go fishing!
Love, Chase
Daniel Sedler says:
February 24, 2009
My deepest regrets and condolences to Curtis, Suzanne, and all of Craigs family. Craig was a very close friend and neighbor growing up on Lake Winnipesaukee. His passion, and enthusiasm for life was second to none, and his athletic talent, and competitiveness was no less. Endless memories of times with Craig, boating, water skiing, fishing, all bring a smile to my face. His charismatic charm was infectious, and his smile would light up a room.
Craig was great teacher, and a motivator. He definitely made a difference in my life.
Wing Man down way, way to early-
I am so sorry!
Phistos Kai my brother!
Rest in peace “Jimmy”