I have decided to set this blog up in memory of my sweet brother Garrett. He passed away November 15, 2005. We at one time had a website set up for him, something happened to it and we lost all information from it, so many friends and family had gone on that website and put favorite memories of him and different stories and it was so wonderful and we were hoping to have it for his daughter as she got older, but we lost it, so I am wanting to re-create it if I can and have family members and friends come to this blog and share their favorite things about Garrett. Many family members did not get to see the website before we lost it so it would be great if we could do it again so that those family members can see it and we can have things for his sweet wife and especially his daughter so that she can read about her Daddy and know how wonderful he was.
I just wanted to add to this by saying I miss my sweet brother so much, he was not only my brother but my Best Friend, and life has been so different since he has been gone. It was amazing to see the people that came to pay their respects and see him for one last time at the viewing and funeral, I learned so many new things about my brother from many of those people and it was amazing to see how many lives he touched and how many people loved him. I already knew that he was a wonderful person but I came to learn that he was even more amazing from friends, co-workers and family members that came.
Life has been so different without him here and we all miss him dearly, but the one thing that is wonderful is that through our faith and knowledge of the gospel of Jesus Christ we know that we will see him again. After Garrett passed away his sweet wife and daughter were sealed to him for all time and eternity in the salt lake temple, we are so grateful for that. We Love his wife and daughter so much and they still play a huge part in our lives and we are so grateful for that, we don't ever want to loose them.
This November it will be 3 years since he passed away, I can not believe it has been that long since I have seen him, I miss his voice, his smile and his sense of humor and most of all I miss those big hugs he would give me where I would just sink into his chest. Life will never be the same without him, but we look forward to the day we will get to see him again.
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If you are reading this blog and you have a memory, story or something funny about Garrett please post a comment or if you would just like to leave your name so we know you were here we would appreciate it.
If you have any questions about how to post a comment you can e-mail me w/ questions, and if you would like you could e-mail me your favorite memory of Garrett and I can post it. My e-mail is chandycolt@msn.com
Thank you so much!
If you have any questions about how to post a comment you can e-mail me w/ questions, and if you would like you could e-mail me your favorite memory of Garrett and I can post it. My e-mail is chandycolt@msn.com
Thank you so much!
Garrett, Carrie & Taya
Garrett Kelly Clayburn
“Tumor Man” 1979 ~ 2005
Garrett, 26, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 15, 2005 at his home.
He was born July 9, 1979 in Salt Lake City, Utah the son of Lynn & Sandy Clayburn, he was raised in Sandy, UT and graduated from Jordan High. He married his high school sweetheart Carrie Butterfield on August 11, 2001. She was the love of his life.
Garrett had a strong spirit, and lived life to the fullest. He was employed by Sandy City, and loved his co-workers. He had a great love for the outdoors including; hunting, camping, jeeping in Moab, and anything challenging and adventurous. But the one thing he loved the most was being with his sweet baby Taya Lynn Clayburn “mini me”. He also loved being with family and friends.
Garrett was always the life of the party, everyone was drawn to his crazy personality and his infectious smile. We will miss his sarcasm, his off-the-wall antics, and his big kid laugh!
We couldn’t have asked for a better Husband, Daddy, son, brother, uncle, or friend. We admire his great strength and courage as he faced struggles with brain cancer. Through his example we learned to be positive.
Survived by his wife, daughter Taya, Parents Lynn & Sandy Clayburn, 2 sisters, Lyndie (Chris) Caussey, Chandra (Casey) Colton, grandmother Norine Clayburn, Inlaws Robert, Christy Lynn Butterfield.
Funeral Services will be Saturday November 19, 2005 at 10:00 am at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley at 1007 W. South Jordan Pkwy. (10600 S) where friends may call Friday November 18 from 6-8 pm and 1 hr. prior to the service on Saturday.
Garrett, 26, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 15, 2005 at his home.
He was born July 9, 1979 in Salt Lake City, Utah the son of Lynn & Sandy Clayburn, he was raised in Sandy, UT and graduated from Jordan High. He married his high school sweetheart Carrie Butterfield on August 11, 2001. She was the love of his life.
Garrett had a strong spirit, and lived life to the fullest. He was employed by Sandy City, and loved his co-workers. He had a great love for the outdoors including; hunting, camping, jeeping in Moab, and anything challenging and adventurous. But the one thing he loved the most was being with his sweet baby Taya Lynn Clayburn “mini me”. He also loved being with family and friends.
Garrett was always the life of the party, everyone was drawn to his crazy personality and his infectious smile. We will miss his sarcasm, his off-the-wall antics, and his big kid laugh!
We couldn’t have asked for a better Husband, Daddy, son, brother, uncle, or friend. We admire his great strength and courage as he faced struggles with brain cancer. Through his example we learned to be positive.
Survived by his wife, daughter Taya, Parents Lynn & Sandy Clayburn, 2 sisters, Lyndie (Chris) Caussey, Chandra (Casey) Colton, grandmother Norine Clayburn, Inlaws Robert, Christy Lynn Butterfield.
Funeral Services will be Saturday November 19, 2005 at 10:00 am at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley at 1007 W. South Jordan Pkwy. (10600 S) where friends may call Friday November 18 from 6-8 pm and 1 hr. prior to the service on Saturday.
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I didn't know Garrett all that well, but I remember being in Moab at a condo with the Colton family and Garrett and Kerri were there. Garret's head was bald because he had had brain surgery. He was showing us his scar and telling us the details of his cancer experience. I was so amazed that he was so composed and happy and so full of faith having had to face such a huge obstacle in his life. I wondered whether I would ever had that kind of strength?
Other's hearts are mostly invisible to us. We only ever get to know a portion of each person who touches our lives. But if the small piece I saw of Garrett's heart on only this one occasion was any indication (and it often is) of the other parts of his heart, he was one amazing person.
We miss Garrett, and we miss him for those we love whom he left behind.
I remember running into your cute family at LDS hospital when Garrett was having a tumor removed. I hope you all are hanging in there and remember that you WILL see him again!
I have some very fun memories of playing flag football in your front yard growing up, and also all of the night games we all used to play! You will be together again someday! That is a comforting feeling!
I am glad you did this! I remember the game nights as well. Kick the can, President, playing in the trailer, ghost in the graveyard. I have great childhood memories. I am glad he was a part of them.
Chandy,
I had no idea about your brother. I didn't know him well, but I do remember seeing him around school. My heart is with you and your family. What a beautiful celebration of his life to have this site! (so sorry about losing everything on your other website!) He family is so beautiful and your testimony so touching! What a wonderful gift to keep the memories alive.
I went to school with Garrett and I remember he was always a cute boy and very stylish. He was also smart. I heard he was having health problems a few years after graduation from a friend who had seen him and I remember being shocked and hoping he would be alright. We just never know when God will call us home.
Chandy-
Its been awhile. I am glad you started this blog. I used to visit his old website all the time. We need to get some pictures on here. We sure miss Garrett! Our thoughts an prayers are with your family daily!
Candice "Carruthers" Sennett
What a sweet website, Chandy. I know you were probably too little to remember me, but I have memories of you and Lindy and Garrett often playing outside in your front yard when I would stop by to visit Robyn. You guys have a sweet family, and I can't imagine the trials you have been through. Give love to your parents, and Lindy for me.
Kim Morrey Rollins
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