Harry Orval Garrison

Harry O. Garrison, age 86, of Freeport, Michigan, passed away on November 21, 2021, at home with his wife and daughter at his side.  Harry was born on January 2, 1935, in Hastings, Michigan, the son of Harry and Lula (Wertman) Garrison.

Harry attended Hastings Area Schools and proudly served in the US Army.  On October 7, 1967, Harry married Linda Jean Keeler, and they enjoyed 54 years together.  Harry began working in 1969 for Viking Corporation, retiring in 1996.

Harry was an antique tractor and gas engine collector.  He belonged to the Barry County Steam and Gas Antique Machinery Association, Charlton Park Gas and Steam, and Clarksville Steam and Gas Engine Association.  He spent many hours in his shop working on his tractors. Harry and Linda enjoyed camping at many tractor shows with friends, gathered around the campfire with conversation and laughter.

Harry was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Laurence and Gerald, and grandson Donnell Rowe.

He is survived by his wife Linda, daughters Julie (Brian Foster) Garrison, Kathy (Lee Haynor) Garrison-Haynor, Janine (Ricky) Rowe, and Annette (Perry) Raab, grandchildren Elizabeth, Michael, Cassandra, Di'Anthony, Branden, and Caleb, six great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, and his special nephew Ben (Deb) Curtis.

Memorial contributions in memory of Harry can be made to a charity of your choice.

Visitation will be held Sunday, November 28, 2021, from 3:00 – 5:00 PM, with the funeral service at 5:00 PM at Girrbach Funeral Home, 328 S Broadway; Hastings, Michigan 49058.  Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home.  To leave an online condolence visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net .