Obituary of James « Sonny » Garnett
While we celebrate a life well lived; we grieve for the passing of Sonny Garnett, husband to Carolyn Deveau, which occurred on Monday, April 20, 2020 at Ridgewood Veterans Wing, Liberty Lane, with his family by his side. Born on October 19, 1931 he was a son to the late James and Kathleen (London) Garnett.
Sonny was a Veteran of the Korean War, a member of Adanac and the Black Watch Battalion. He joined the Saint John Police Department, retiring as a Sergeant after 33 years of service. Sonny was an honourary past President of Jervis Bay Memorial Branch 53 RCL. With the help of Sonny Thomas and Art Amero, they began the Korea Vets Association Unit 1 here in the city.
Sonny was an avid darts and bingo player. He started the City and District Dart League and designed their 180 crest. He enjoyed playing hockey and was the only person to win the City and District Scoring Championships for Vocational School. Sonny was a drum Major for various pipe bands around the city. Sonny was very accomplished Bass Guitar Player and Singer with several bands in the city.
Sonny will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 50 years Carolyn, their daughter Reisa Daley (Shelly), sisters Rhoda Merrithew and Doreen Eadle, along with many friends, cousins, nieces, nephews and members of his extended family.
Besides his parents, Sonny was predeceased by his sister Mary Luff and his brother in law, Dougie Merrithew.
Sonny’s family would like to extend a grateful “thanks” to the staff of Liberty Lane at Ridgewood Veterans Wing and to Senior Watch. A very special thank you to Padre David Keirstead. Your care, compassion and assistance to Sonny and our family will not be forgotten.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424). All services will take place at a later date. For those who wish, remembrances may be made to Cedar Hill Field of Honour or the Jervis Bay Memorial and online condolences can be placed at www.brenansfh.com
1931 2020
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de James Sonny
Garnett 1931 2020..
Décès pour la Ville: Kennebecasis-Valley, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick