Jerry 'JT' Thomas Garner Obituary (1957

Jerry "JT" Thomas Garner passed away on October 24, 2022, at Virginia Mason Medical Center, in Seattle, Washington. He was born on May 3, 1957, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Jim and Emma (Harrington) Garner. JT was a family man. He was a beloved husband to Brenda Turner for almost 41 years. He was a great, loving dad to Vickie, and an awesome Papa to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren Described as funny and always cracking a joke, JT was sure to make you laugh. In his younger years, he and brother, Billy, would hop trains and travel to different places. When he returned, he would show up on Brendas doorstep. He had a knack for giving his grandchildren and great-grandchildren crazy things to take home with the explanation "that they might need it one day". JT was artsy and enjoyed drawing and building knickknacks, with his recent project being a miniature covered wagon. When Harmony came to stay, they would immediately head for the next room to do arts and crafts. He loved music. Elvis was his favorite musician. His favorite meal was a sandwich, and if it were the only thing left on earth to eat, he would have been perfectly happy. JT worked construction for many years. Later in life, he and his brother, Billy, started a jack repair business. They made business cards and t-shirts to promote the new adventure. Recently, JT discovered TikTok with his grandsons, Sly and Ryder. So, he purchased a smart phone and began his TikTok journey. He was granddaughter, Brittneys, biggest supporter, cheering her on in all her endeavors. His pride and joy was the arrival of his great-grandson, Blaze. When Heavenly was born, he loved spending time holding her and making her grin. JT is survived by wife, Brenda Turner, daughter, Vickie Turner, grandchildren, Britney McGinty, Sly McGinty, and Ryder McGinty, great-grandchildren, Blaze, Harmony, and Heavenly and brothers, James Garner, and Danny Garner. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Dennis, Kenny and Billy, and son-in-law, Zane McGinty. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, November 4, 2022, at 3:00pm at Shaw & Sons Funeral Home (201 N. 2nd Street, Yakima, WA). Shaw & Sons Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.shawandsons.com. Memorial Service Shaw and Sons Funeral Home Friday, November 4, 2022 3:00 PM 201 N 2nd St. Yakima, Washington 98901