John Henry Garland, Sr., age 77 of Gray was born in Gray, KY on January 10, 1944 to the late Jake and Della Smith Garland and departed this life on September 15, 2021 in the Baptist Health of Corbin. He was of the Christian Faith and enjoyed singing Karoki, fishing, gardening, car races, caring for his dog “Oscar”, watching Football, and time with family and friends.
In addition to his parents, 3 brothers: Levi Garland, Ellis “Duke” Garland, and Jerry Garland; 3 sisters: Ada Mae Carter, Peggy “Tootsie” Wilburn, and Janice McCrystal; 2 nephews: Anthony Garland and Timmy Garland; and a niece: Patricia Potter preceded him in death.
He is survived by his loving children: Teresa “Sis” Sauter and husband Kenny of Louisville, KY, John Henry “Jay” Garland, Jr., and Charles Farmer all of Gray, and Daniel Farmer of Monticello, KY; a brother: Matt Garland and wife Linda of Gray; a sister: Alice Helton of Corbin; 12 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; other relatives and many friends to mourn his passing.
Funeral Services for Mr. John Henry Garland, Sr. will be conducted in the New Vision Pentecostal Church on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. Kenny Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in the Garland Cemetery with family and friends serving as Pallbearers. Barbourville Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Friends may call at the New Vision Pentecostal Church on Tuesday from 12 Noon to the funeral hour at 2.
To the loving Family of Mr. John Henry Garland, SR., Larry, Doyle, and the staff of the Barbourville Funeral Home would like to offer our heartfelt sympathy and prayers during your time of bereavement.
