Eugene A. "Gene" Garver

February 12, 1948 — July 9, 2025

Eugene A. “Gene” Garver, 77, of Decatur, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on July 9, 2025.

A service to celebrate Gene’s life will be 4:00 PM, August 23, 2025 at Central Christian Church. Visitation will be 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, at the church. In lieu of flowers, Memorials in Gene’s honor may be made to Central Christian Church.

Gene was born February 12, 1948 in Decatur, the son of Edward L. and Elsie M. (Henderson) Garver. He married Sandra K. Howell on December 20, 1969 in Decatur. Gene proudly served our country in the National Guard. He co-owned and operated Garver Feeds along with his brother. Family, friends, home, and Garver Feeds were the joys of his life. Gene was a long-time, dedicated member of Central Christian Church, serving in many leadership roles over the years. He served as a trustee for Hickory Point Township for many years. Gene enjoyed trap and skeet shooting and was a member of Warrensburg Gun Club.

Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Sandy; sons: Brett Garver of Auburn, WA and Shane (Amber) Garver of Decatur; grandchildren: Sara (Jonah) McCleary, Jordyn (Aaron) Gronewold, Peyton Garver, Paige Garver and Corbin Garver; great-grandchildren: Olivia, Luke, and Sophia Gronewold; brother, Larry Garver; and sister, Judy Anderson.

Gene was preceded in death by his parents.

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