Charles Garrison, a “son” of Deer Park, Texas for 49 years, went to be with the Lord February 9, 2011 at the age of 83. Charles is survived by his loving wife and family, Sherry Garrison of Deer Park, son John Garrison and wife Hilda of Deer Park, son Frank Garrison and wife Diane of La Porte, son Todd Ford and wife Georgette of Deer Park, daughter Jennifer Railey and husband Jack of Deer Park, son Brent Ford and wife Robbie of Wimberley. Grandchildren Gracie Railey, Morgan Railey, Hayden Ford, Jenna Ford, and Morgan Lafferty. Charles proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He arrived in Deer Park in 1962 and immediately invested himself in the people of Deer Park as a teacher in the DPISD. He retired as the DPISD Assistant Superintendent and faithfully served 24 years as a City Councilman for the City of Deer Park. He also proudly served on the Board of Directors of the Harris County Appraisal District. Charles enjoyed traveling throughout the United States, fishing, working in his garden, watching University of Texas Football, and playing poker. He enjoyed his grandchildren and loved watching them in school, sports, and drama programs. Visitation will be Friday, February 11, 2011 from 5PM to 8PM at Grand View Funeral Home, 8501 Spencer Hwy in Pasadena, Texas 77505. Funeral Services will be Saturday, February 12, 2011 at 1PM at Deer Park United Methodist Church 1300 East 13th Street in Deer Park, Texas 77536. Burial will be private at Strong Memorial Cemetery in Slocum, Texas. In lieu of flowers the family would like donations to be made to Deer Park Art Park Players, PO Box 700, Deer Park, Texas 77536. Comforting words to the family may be shared by visiting www.grandviewfunerals.com
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