08/13/10 - NNHS Newsletter

Mr. Eggie Garth was truly respected and served our community as a professional and “father figure” for so many years. He will be missed. Our family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. Thanks for sharing him and his relentless dedication.

~ Mike Brewer, NNPD Retired, Newport News, Virginia

I am saddened to hear of Mr. Garth's passing. Mr. Garth married my husband and me almost 21 years ago in his study. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Garth's passing. Please know that he was truly respected in his professional life. My thoughts & prayers will be with you & your family.

~ Sue Mayo, NNPD Retired, Newport News, Virginia

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Garth married my husband and me in November 2008. He also married my mom & stepdad and my dad & stepmom. My deepest sympathies to your family.

~ Kim Allsbrook, Newport News, Virginia

I am so sad to hear about the passing of Mr. Garth. He married my husband and me in 2003 and also my sister-in-law and her husband. He will be greatly missed.

~ Corrine Robinson, Hampton, Virginia

August 13, 2010

Susan, Linda and Mrs. Garth. I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Garth's passing. Warm memories of the days our families shared in Stuart Gardens shall always make me smile. May the memories of Mr. Garth's gracious and gentlemanly nature comfort you during this time of loss. You were blessed with a wonderful dad!
Fondly, Virginia (Ginny) Lee Hollomon Hawks

~ Ginny Hawks, Newport News, Virginia

August 14, 2010

It has saddened my heart to hear of Mr. Garth's passing. He married my husband and me in his home (2004). His family and friends will be in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you, Mr. Garth, for sharing a very special day in my life.

~ Mrs. Hodges, Chesapeake, Virginia

August 15, 2010

I am truly saddened by the passing of Mr. Garth. Though I didn’t know him personally, I was blessed to have him marry my husband and me in 2002. Thank you for being a part of the most beautiful day of my life Mr. Garth. My deepest sympathies to the Garth family, I will continue to keep you in my prayers.

~ DeRhonda Colley, Newport News, Virginia

Mrs. Garth, Mike and Susan,

We are very sad to hear about Mr. Garth's passing. Your friendship is very valuable to us and we stand ready if you need anything at all.

Your neighbors,

The Bennetts

I will be praying for your family members during this time of separation from your loved one. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. Sonny Roscopf

~ Sonny Roscopf, Newport News, Virginia

May I extend my most sincere sympathy to the Garth family for your loss of Eggie. He was a dear friend of our family. It was an honor and privilege to know him. He was one of the senior members in James River Rod & Gun Club that my husband looked up to and respected. Eggie performed Gary's and my wedding ceremony in 1988. May you find comfort in your time of sorrow knowing that "to be absent from the body" is "to be present with the Lord." -2 Corinthians 5:8
Prayerfully, Mrs. Gary Scarlett

It is with deep regret to hear about Mr. Garth passing. He was a credit to the city of Newport News in many ways. As a police officer, I have used his services many times, and he was always available to help us out. He will be missed by all the older officers who knew him so well. From all the retired Newport News Police Officers

~ E.E. Smith, Newport News, Virginia

			NEWPORT NEWS - Egbert Tyler Garth Jr. passed away on Aug. 12, 2010. He was born Oct. 2, 1922, in Charlottesville, Va., and spent most of his adult life residing in Newport News. He served in World War II in the Pacific Theater, and received the Purple Heart. He retired as Chief Magistrate for the City of Newport News and also served as a Marriage Commissioner since 1977. He was a member of the Scottish Rite, Khedive Temple and Bremond Masonic Lodge #241 AF&AM. He was a member and past president of the James River Rod and Gun Club. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Vera Loudon Garth; two daughters, Linda Garth Muse and husband, David, Susan Garth Brookman and husband, Michael; four grandsons, Brian Muse and wife, Jennifer, Paul Muse and wife, Deborah, Mark Brookman and wife, Christy, Adam Brookman; and three great-grandchildren.
	Eggie Garth


	The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, at Peninsula Funeral Home, with Masonic Rites starting at 7 p.m. Graveside services, with Military Rites, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 15, in Peninsula Memorial Park. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks. Published in the Daily Press from August 13 to August 14, 2010. Visit Guest Book