Linwood Garris, 84, of Ashland, VA, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Gloria Jean, who passed in 2018. He leaves behind two sons, Elliott and Phillip. Linwood, additionally, leaves behind 2 granddaughters Leah and Laura. Linwood was a career electrician and was employed at Johnston-Willis Hospital in Chesterfield, VA. Unfortunately, due to an accident which was disabling to him, he was forced to leave his working career in 1990.
Linwood served his country for two years in the United States Army, where he was in active combat in Vietnam. He received his honorable discharge in 1969. Linwood was a devoted member of First Baptist Church in Ashland, VA, and was always willing to help anyone in need. Linwood was a loving husband, father and provider for his wife and two sons and will be remembered for many years to come.
Relatives and friends are invited to Linwoods funeral service at First Baptist Church of Ashland, 800 Thompson St., Ashland, VA 23005 on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 9 AM. Inurnment will follow in the church gardens.
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