Michael James Garrett
March 6, 1978 - December 23, 2021
Michael J. Garrett, 43, of DeKalb, formerly of Genoa, passed away Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, at his home. He was born March 6, 1978, in Chicago, the son of Michael S. and Nancy J. (Bohman) Garrett. He was a graduate of Genoa-Kingston High School and then served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Mike had been working as a machinist most recently with Nehring Electrical Works in DeKalb. His family loved him very much and he will be greatly missed. He is survived by his son, Tyler Michael Garrett; daughter, Isabella; fiancé, Sheila; his mother, Nancy (Jim) Maynard; his father, Michael (Elaine) Garrett; sister, Beth (Alan) Watts; brothers, James (Shelly) Garrett, and Timothy Maynard; and four nephews, Aidan, Andrew, Alan, and Josh. He is preceded in death by his brother, Joey Maynard; and his grandparents. Private family Memorial services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at Fredrick Funeral Home, 284 Park Street in Hampshire. There is no visitation. Memorial contributions should be directed to the Michael Garrett Memorial in care of Fredrick Funeral Home, PO Box 445, Hampshire, Il 60140.
Michael J. Garrett, 43, of DeKalb, formerly of Genoa, passed away Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, at his home. He was born March 6, 1978, in Chicago, the son of Michael S. and Nancy J. (Bohman) Garrett. He was a graduate of Genoa-Kingston High School... View Obituary & Service Information