Garrett Lane Cestnik

Accepting the loss of someone you love is never easy, but saying goodbye to our beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend is the most challenging thing our family has ever experienced. Although Garrett was taken from us far too soon, Garrett overcame every trial and tribulation he was faced with. He fought hard and persevered through hardships most of us will never understand. His kind heart and sweet soul touched everyone who was lucky enough to know Garrett. His sudden passing has left a void in our lives that will never be filled.

Garrett had so much potential. Despite everything he had been faced with he remained strong, determined, and optimistic about his future. He was a source of hope and support for others. He cared deeply for his family and close friends, there is nothing he wouldn’t do for those he loved. Garrett was especially close with his mom, Tina and grandma, Cheryl. He trusted them with everything he had. Even when Garrett had nothing, he would have given the shirt off his back to anyone in need. Garrett’s empathy knew no bounds.

Some of Garrett’s joys in life were: riding his dirt bike, fishing, golfing, snowboarding, skateboarding, gaming, cooking and spending time with the people who loved him the most. His greatest childhood memories are hunting in Dubois at the family cabin with his dad, Chad and his grandpa, John and riding dirt bikes with his brothers, Chris and Hunter, and his little sister, Presley. Growing up, Garrett loved snowboarding and skateboarding with his lifelong best friend, Riley. They shared an unbreakable bond his whole life.

Garrett also had a passion for music and art, his creativity was so beautiful. Most recently, Garrett got to experience seeing one of his favorite bands, live in Las Vegas, $uicide Boys. Their music resonated with Garrett and helped him through some of his darkest times. Attending this concert made one of Garrett’s dreams come true, and we are so thankful he got to experience that trip before he passed.

After graduating high school in 2014, from Natrona County High school, he went on to work for Exterior Innovations, doing landscaping and lawn care, for three years. He enjoyed this job, being able to work outside and working alongside his best friend, Riley, was perfect for Garrett.

He then went on to learn the trade of concrete from his dad, Chad, at his company C&R construction. Garrett looked up to Chad his whole life, Chad taught him the value of hard work and sacrifice. Something neither of them will ever forget.

In March of 2022, Garrett moved on to Helmerich & Payne, Drilling Contractors, as a roughneck. He traveled to North Dakota every two weeks for his hitch. Some of Garrett’s proudest moments came from the rig. It pushed him to his fullest potential and Garrett took extreme pride in his work. During his first hitch in North Dakota, he was introduced to Adam. Adam helped Garrett break into the roughneck life. Adam became Garrett’s mentor and very close friend. Their friendship remained strong even after moving to different rigs.

Most recently, he moved to rig 517 in Greeley, Colorado, where he developed some of his best friendships. He bonded quickly with his crew and looked forward to returning to the rig.

Garrett’s ultimate goal for his career was to move on to offshore drilling rigs. He was pursuing this when he passed. His stepdad, Walter and stepbrother, Ollie, influenced Garrett’s interest in offshore drilling.

As we mourn the loss of our precious Garrett, we take comfort in knowing that Garrett is at peace now and no longer fighting. He was a bright light in this dark world, he never let the things he had experienced harden his heart. We are beyond grateful for our time with Garrett, even though it was far too short. Rest in Peace, our precious GarrBear. We will never forget that big smile or your tender heart. Garrett’s light will shine on through his family.

He is survived by his parents, Tina Cestnik and Chad(Kylie) Cestnik; his siblings: Chris, Hunter, and Presley; grandmother, Cheryl Loomer; grandparents, John and Kathy Cestnik; aunt and uncle, Kris and Libby Rose (Sophia Rose).

He was preceded in death by stepdad, Walter Crabtree; grandpa; Ron Loomer.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, December 14, 2024 at The Gaslight Social, Casper, Wyoming

Please join us in celebrating Garrett’s life, and remembering the man he was.

Arrangements are under the care of Stoddard Funeral & Cremation & Sunset Memorial Gardens, 3205 W 28th St, Greeley, CO 80634.

Flowers are appreciated, and donations may be made to the 12/24 Club, Casper, WY and Oilfield Helping Hands. https://oilfieldhelpinghands.org/donate/