Drew Garner
March 29, 1965 ~ November 19, 2019
Andrew (Drew) Russell Garner, 55, of Mechanicsville, Iowa suddenly passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2019. Services will be held Saturday, November 23, 2019. Visitation 9:00 - 10:30 a.m., Memorial service 10:30 at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Mt. Vernon, Iowa.
Drew was born in San Jose, California on March 29, 1964, to his parents, Russell and Martha Garner. Drew and Joan (Crock) Garner were married on October 21, 1995, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Mechanicsville, Iowa. They raised three children, Austin, Rebecca, and James, on their family farm north of Mechanicsville. In his free time, he enjoyed GeoCaching, watching classic movies, woodworking, and listening to classic rock.
Drew is survived by his three children and many nieces, nephews, an amazing golden retriever, Beau, and untold generations of farm cats. He is preceded in death by his parents.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to St. Jude's Children's Hospital in his memory.
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I worked with Drew at MCI/Verizon for many years. He was always willing to help and pleasure to work with. My prayers for peace and comfort to the family.
I’m so sorry to hear this. I worked with Drew on and off since Verizon was Teleconnect back in the early 90’s. Always a caring soul. He introduced my wife and I to geocache. Rest in Peace Drew. Thoughts and prayers to Joan and family. Sorry for your loss.
I was so shocked to hear this sad news. Drew and I met while in the same training class at Teleconnect in 1988 and went through so many experiences together. He was an usher for me in my wedding, my son is named Andrew in part from conversation we had. My prayers to not only his family but all who have known him.
I’m so saddened to hear this news. Drew and I were coworkers, but became friends. I loved how Drew spoke so highly about his children and was so proud of them. I could always count on Drew for help at work, humor to get us through and to always remember my birthday. I’ll miss Drew and will always remember him fondly. Sending love to his family and friends who undoubtedly will miss him. ❤️
Extending my condolences to the Garner family. I have positive memories of working with Drew over the years going all the way back in the Teleconnect days.
My condolences to the Garner family. I worked with Drew at Teleconnect/MCI. Drew was smart, funny, kind, a great person! You all are in my prayers.
I don’t know what to say, this news is incredibly sad. Drew was a great guy and I enjoyed working at Verizon with him. I keep remembering all the little quirky things he did that made me laugh. My favorite was that he had a “city” cube and a “country” cube. He always had time to talk, especially about his family. My condolences to them. He will be missed.
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. Drew was a wonderful person and will be missed by us all.
Still not over the shock that my friend and brother will no longer continue on this earthen journey with us – but is instead going ahead of us to God’s house. Drew and I met 31 years ago at Teleconnect. And while two people couldn’t look any more alike, and coming from two different backgrounds- we clicked like two old friends and brothers….eventually serving as Best Man in each other’s wedding in the years to come. A thinker, a philosopher, a class clown, a caring & thoughtful soul. He meshed all of these traits into a uniqueness that was truly all his own. Life is fleeting, and all too short. The ones we love seemingly leave us far too fast. But in reality- they were there all along, and we simply failed to acknowledge how much we loved them as often as we should have: taking each other for granted, and not realizing how short our time here really is in order to treasure the time together. My friend, my brother – my heart is heavy with your passing. My only solace is knowing that we WILL see each other again one day- and we’ll share a laugh at something inappropriate as we used to. May God grant you the peace and serenity that you so richly deserve. Rest In Peace brother. You will never be forgotten.
So very sad to hear of your loss, Rebecca, Joan, Austin, and James! keeping you all in our hearts and prayers! The Worthington Family
I worked alongside Drew at ImOn Communications. He started just about a month after I did. He and I worked Saturdays together. We would often close out the queues together during the week at 7 pm. Every time we reached 7 pm, Drew would always say “Out of the pool”. I remember adding “Don’t pollute it on the way out”. We had a nice laugh at that one. My colleagues at Customer Care and I will miss Drew more than words can express.