Paul G. Garrison, Jr., 81
DOVER - Paul G. Garrison, Jr. passed away peacefully on Friday, September 10, 2021 at The Center at Eden Hill.
Paul was born on October 15, 1939 in Dover to the late Paul G. Garrison, Sr. and Marietta C. Garrison. He attended the Dover School District, graduating from Dover High.
After High School he joined the National Guard for 7 years. During that time he enjoyed farming.
In 1963 Paul joined the Cheswold Fire Company, where he was a lifetime member. He was the top responder for 20 plus years. There was a 10 year period where he never missed a call. He was the Fire Recorder from 1965-1973.
For 15 years he worked for the State, after leaving the State he worked for Delaware Fish and Wildlife, at Cedar Swamp for several years.
Paul is survived by his wife/caregiver, Marie Garrison; his stepson, Joseph Johnson Jr. his wife Tammy of Marydel; 6 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews; several cousins; friend, Mark Pennington, and his caregivers Browne Thompson and David Larrimore.
A visitation will be held Monday, September 20, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Faries Funeral Home located at 29 South Main St. in Smyrna, DE. Funeral Services will begin at 12:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Lakeside Cemetery in Dover, DE.
In lieu of flowers, the family is suggesting donations be made in Paul's honor to The Cheswold Fire Company, PO Box 186, Cheswold, DE 19936.