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In Memory Of Charles Boi Garrett, Jr.
24th January 1970
– 14th March 2007
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"Gone but will never be forgotten. We love you, CJ! From Dad, Mom, Angella and Priscilla"
This memorial website was created in the memory of
Charles Boi Garrett, Jr., born
in Chicago, Illinois
on the 24th January 1970
and passed away on the 14th March 2007, 37 years of age.
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| Full Name: Charles Boi Garrett, Jr. |
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Born: 24th January 1970
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Passed Away: 14th March 2007
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| Age: 37 years of age |
| Location: Broadview |
| Country: The United States |
| Father: Charles Garrett, Sr. |
| Mother: Geraldyne Garrett |
| Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois |
| Siblings: Angella Garrett & Priscilla Garrett |
| Occupation: Air Traffic Controller |
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Created by Angella on
23 May 2007 & upgraded by Geraldyne Garrett
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Charles was a one of kind person that the Lord sent from above to do a special work. He loved Jesus, his family and his church.
Charles was a saved and sanctified young man, born in the Grand Ole Church of God in Christ. His 4th generation pentecostal roots date back to the early days of the COGIC through his maternal great-grandmother, Missionary Joanna Sanders, Assistant State Supervisor for Northern Mississippi. It was this legacy passed down through the years and taught to him by his parents that kept Charles on the "straight and narrow". Because of his upbringing, Charles was able to "flee youthful lusts" as written in II Timothy 2:22 and maintaining a life of virginity as the Bible teaches. One of his favorite bible verses was Jude:24,25 which says,
" Now unto Him that is able to keep you from falling and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, to the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty dominion and power, both now and forever. Amen."
He truly believed that the Bible was infallible and if it is obeyed, blessing and goodness would follow. Charles believed in the power of prayer. As a child, he witnessed the results of it and knew that prayer was absolutely necessary to make it in this life.
Charles was a person that was dedicated to his duties as an Sunday school Superintendent, an air traffic controller, a drummer, a tenor, and most recently a captain in the U.S. Army. He firmly believed in doing his best at all times. As a child, Charles, along with his sisters, was instructed by his mother " Be the task great or small, do it well or not at all." His father instilled in him discipline, courage under fire and "to endure hardness as a good soldier" (II Tim 2:3).
Charles excelled in EVERYTHING he put his mind and hands to. As a child, he begain reading at the age of 3 years old. His teachers often told his parents that Charles was "ahead" of the other students and it was "hard to keep him busy". He entered spelling bee competitions, participated in science fairs and a host of other hobbies. He could think of various things and build it to his satisfaction. He was the salutatorian when he graduated from Josphine Carson Locke Grammar school and later completed his education at Lane Technical High School in Chicago, Illinois. There he also obtain honors, including Honors Society and Who's who, and City Corp Commander of ARMY JROTC for Chicago Public Schools. After high school, Charles attended Chicago State University and earned a B.S. degree in Computer Science. With this degree and at the advice of his parents, Charles pursued a career in Air Traffic Control and became one of the best controllers in the Chicago Center located in Aurora, Illinois.
Shortly before graduation from CSU, he was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the US Army. He served faithfully as a reservist and earned a promotion from 2nd Lieutenant to Captain. During that time, he wrote and improved service manual policies, and imparted valuable wisdom (learned from his father Charles Sr.) to those in his command. Shortly after his promotion to Captain, Charles was deployed in 2003 to serve in the Operation Iraqi Freedom War.
During his lifetime, Charles has always maintained a commanding presence among his peers and people in general. At his job he was greeted as Sir Charles, at church he was Superintendent, everywhere it was either Charles or " C.J.". He always had a kind word to say to everyone. He was blessed to earn a sizable salary and he didn't mind sharing/giving to others. At his church, he would present riddles with his infamous phrase " Riddle me this!" and would have monetary awards attached to them to inspire his students to learn the bible. As a drummer and tenor, he was very demostrative. He could make some serious faces, but you could only laugh and enjoy him because he loved what he did.
As a Captain serving in Iraq, letters from his commanders stated that Charles had developed such a relationship with the Iraqi police and nation that international convoys, military officials and others were able to transport safely through Iraq free of incident and injury. His superiors stated that Charles went beyond the call of duty in managing the transportation process and that he did not lose any soldiers even while working in " unfriendly territories". It was also noted that based on several recommendations from his superiors, because of his valiant service and contributions to the war, that Charles should be promoted to the rank of Major.
As of July 8, 2007, Our family has been notified that Charles has been promoted to the rank of Major (post hum.).
Charles was a son and a brother that deserves to be remembered, honored and recognized for his achievements. He was definitely a "one of kind" individual, loyal and trustworthy. We thank God for blessing him to be a part of the Garrett family and will never forget him.
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Poetry In Memory of Charles Garrett, Jr.
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Condolence Guest Book

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23 May 2013 – Morris
from USA
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I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers,intercessions and giving of thanks, be made for all men: 1 Timothy 2:1.
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But, beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. 2 Peter 3:8.
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21 May 2013 – Ezra
from Israel/USA
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O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.
O fear the LORD, ye his saints: for there is no want to them that fear him.
The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good thing.
Come, ye children, hearken unto me: I will teach you the fear of the LORD. Psalm 34:8>11.
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20 May 2013 – Mom & Dad
from Illinois
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"Now the end of the commandment is charity out of a pure heart, and of a good conscience, and of faith unfeigned:" 1 Timothy 1:5.
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19 May 2013 – Abram
from Israel
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If any man speak, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth: that God in all thing may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.1 Peter 4:11.
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I will sing unto the LORD, because he hath dealt bountifully with me. Psalm 13:6.
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17 May 2013 – Magdala
from Israel
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Who is wise, and he shall understand these things? prudent, and he shall know them? for the ways of the LORD are right, and the just shall walk in them: but the transgressors shall fall therein. Hosea 14:9.
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Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. Proverbs 4:1.
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Visitor Flowers
1550 flowers
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The following flowers have been placed by visitors to the online memorial of Charles Garrett, Jr..
We invite you to leave your own flower at this memorial by entering clicking "leave my own flower" above.
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23 May 2013
Morris placed this flower
& wrote: In memory of my friend and Buddy, Major Charles B. Garrett Jr,
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23 May 2013
Angella placed this flower
& wrote: Miss you everyday! There is no one like you.
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22 May 2013
Getha placed this flower
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21 May 2013
cilla placed this flower
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21 May 2013
Ezra placed this flower
& wrote: In memory of my brother in the Lord. Major Charles B.Garrett Jr. Bless you Sir.
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20 May 2013
Mom & Dad placed this flower
& wrote: In memory of our one and only dear son, Junior.
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19 May 2013
Abram placed this flower
& wrote: In memory of my brother in Christ. Major Garrett.
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18 May 2013
Barry placed this flower
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17 May 2013
Magdala placed this flower
& wrote: Remembering my Christian brother, Major Charles B. Garrett Jr.
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16 May 2013
Lucy placed this flower
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15 May 2013
Mona placed this flower
& wrote: In memory of my former schoolmate, Major Charles B.Garrett Jr.
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14 May 2013
Dave placed this flower
& wrote: In memory of my cousin, Buggy, I place this flower.
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13 May 2013
Mom & Dad placed this flower
& wrote: In memory of our one and only dear son, Junior.
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12 May 2013
Edwards placed this flower
& wrote: Remembering Major Garrett.
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11 May 2013
Nicolas placed this flower
& wrote: Remembering my brother in Christ.
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10 May 2013
Danny placed this flower
& wrote: This flower I place in memory of Sir.
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9 May 2013
Johnny placed this flower
& wrote: In memory Major Charles B.Garrett Jr.I place these flowers.
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8 May 2013
Dwayne placed this flower
& wrote: In memory of my first cousin, Charles.
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7 May 2013
Larry placed this flower
& wrote: In memory of Major Garrett.
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6 May 2013
Mom & Dad`` placed this flower
& wrote: In memory of our one and only dear son, Junior.
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5 May 2013
Rita placed this flower
& wrote: Remembering Sir Charles.
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4 May 2013
Lee placed this flower
& wrote: In memory of Major Garrett.
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3 May 2013
Issachar placed this flower
& wrote: God bless the memory of my Christian brother, Major Charles B. Garrett Jr.
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2 May 2013
Cecil placed this flower
& wrote: In memory of Major Charles B.Garrett Sr.
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Visitor Candles
The following candles have been lit by visitors to the online memorial of
Charles Garrett, Jr.. We invite you to light your own candle at this
memorial by entering your name below and clicking "Light Candle".
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Morris lit this candle on 23 May 2013
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Angella lit this candle on 23 May 2013
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Getha lit this candle on 22 May 2013
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cilla lit this candle on 21 May 2013
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Mom & Dad lit this candle on 20 May 2013
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Magdala lit this candle on 17 May 2013
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Lucy lit this candle on 16 May 2013
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Mona lit this candle on 15 May 2013
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Dave lit this candle on 14 May 2013
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Mom & Dad lit this candle on 13 May 2013
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Edward lit this candle on 12 May 2013
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Nicolas lit this candle on 11 May 2013
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Danny lit this candle on 10 May 2013
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Johnny lit this candle on 9 May 2013
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Dwayne lit this candle on 8 May 2013
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Larry lit this candle on 7 May 2013
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Cecil lit this candle on 2 May 2013
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Family & Friends
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Author Journal
24 Jan 2013 -
Angella
wrote in journal:
Today is my brother's birthday! He would have been 43 years old. I love him dearly and I have already shedded a couple of tears. But I know one day I will see him again and there will be no more days like this! Happy Birthday eternally Charles!
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31 Dec 2012 -
Angella
wrote in journal:
Hi CJ:
The last time I wrote on your memorial was on your birthday this year. It has been nearly 6 yrs since you left us and its still hard! Even now when I think about you not being here I still cry-whether at work,church, or driving my car. I got tears now. But I get relief when I think about where you are. Mom and Dad visit your final resting place every week. I am a strong person, but when it comes to you, I get a little weak. I never imagined that you would not be here with us. So much ...
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24 Jan 2012 -
Angella
wrote in journal:
Hi Charles-
Wow it has been a long time since I have written any sentiments. It is not that I don't think about you everyday, but sometimes it is still painful as it was in 2007. You were a phenomenal brother to me and one of my best friends. On this day in 2007 we took you to Red Lobster which happened to be the last day you had dinner at a restaurant. After this you began your transistion to heaven departing on March 14th. As I am writing now I have so many tears as it hurts so much, which ...
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14 Dec 2012 – Wendy sent this sympathy ecard and wrote:
A beautiful sister now a angel
Recent Journal Entries
24 Jan 2013 -
Angella
wrote in journal:
Today is my brother's birthday! He would have been 43 years old. I love him dearly and I have already shedded a couple of tears. But I know one day I will see him again and there will be no more days like this! Happy Birthday eternally Charles!
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31 Dec 2012 -
Angella
wrote in journal:
Hi CJ:
The last time I wrote on your memorial was on your birthday this year. It has been nearly 6 yrs since you left us and its still hard! Even now when I think about you not being here I still cry-whether at work,church, or driving my car. I go...
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24 Jan 2012 -
Angella
wrote in journal:
Hi Charles-
Wow it has been a long time since I have written any sentiments. It is not that I don't think about you everyday, but sometimes it is still painful as it was in 2007. You were a phenomenal brother to me and one of my best friends. On t...
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SponsorThanks to Geraldyne Garrett, this memorial was upgraded.
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