Stephen W. Garrison passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 2, 2012, at the age of 32. Born in Wiesbaden, Germany on July 19, 1980, Steve spent his childhood traveling both abroad and around the country. He ended up in Mesa, Arizona where he graduated from Red Mountain High School in 1999. Anyone who was lucky enough to meet Steve remembers a kind heart, bright smile, and infectious, unforgettable laugh. His time with us was too short. He will be forever in our hearts. Steve is survived by his father, William J. Garrison, sisters Amy Garrison and Christina Cronin, Brother-in-Law Kenneth Cronin, and niece and nephew, Katie and Kyle Cronin. A gathering will be held on Saturday, September 15, 2012 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. with a Celebration of Life immediately following at 1:00 p.m. at Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park and Funeral Care 6747 East Broadway Road Mesa, Arizona 85206 (480)830-4422. Please share memories of Steve on the family's website at www.MariposaGardens.com.