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This one too.

I wanted to bump this forward in case anyone missed this.

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obituary & service info is a few posts back so I am bumping this

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I am also posting this information in a few places. Gene Garrett's sister Chris has a request for his memorial: I wonder if a couple of guys from the snare line might want to bring their drums and do a little memorial presentation. We will make time for that. This is the details on the memorial: Please join family and friends of Gene Garrett on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at the Normandy Banquet Room, Elmhurst American Legion Hall, 310 W. Butterfield Road (at Spring), Elmhurst from noon to 4:00pm for a celebration of his life. Bring your memories, friends, pictures, and instruments. YWNWA If anyone can make it, please email me ASAP at iamthehappybunny@gmail.com and I will get in touch with Chris to make arrangements. Thank you, Tricia

Hello again, I have posted this in a few places because I want to make sure it is seen by as many people as possible. Can you please pass this along to anyone who may not see it here but would like the information? Thank you, Tricia This was posted on Geno's facebook by his sister Chris: GARRETT, EUGENE NORSTAD Eugene (Gene) Norstad Garrett, age 51 of Elmhurst, IL, died at Loyola University Hospital on July 31, 2012 following an extended illness. He is survived by his mother, Mary Ann Norstad Garrett and four siblings, Robert E Garrett (Jill Dinoffria Garrett), Chrisanne N Garrett, Stephen N Garrett (Cher Jablonski Garrett), and Suzanne N Wheatland (Jon Wheatland). Uncle Geno was adored by two generations of nieces and nephews, including William R Garrett (Laura Mertes), Thomas E Garrett (Deborah King), Joel Garrett, Jessica Garrett, Evan Garrett, Alexandra Wheatland, Francis Wheatland, Rylie Rae Garrett, Thomas Garrett, and Lucas Garrett. Gene was preceded in death by his beloved father, Eugene A Garrett (1920 – 96). Gene continued to extend his family by connecting with and befriending cousins Ken, Glenn, Jodi, Kenny, Sara, and Cole on Facebook. Gene was an inspiration to his family and friends. He maintained his cheerful spirit and unwavering hope during a very difficult and extended illness. While facing his own physical challenges, he continued to be a true friend, confidante, and advisor to many. His upbeat demeanor and eternal optimism made his passing painfully shocking and unbelievable to so many who shared his dream and belief in a cure. Sadly, his body failed him way before his spirit and before he received the gift of a donor liver that might have prolonged his precious life. A steadfast and loyal friend, Geno enjoyed long term relationships with friends and associates from school (York Community High School Class of 1979) and work in the airline industry, most recently with Swissport USA. He was the single most loyal fan ever of the Chicago Cubs and Black Hawks. He loved cars – all kinds. He was a favorite among his neighbors on Pick Avenue. But mostly he loved all things related to drums and drumming. Geno was a member of the world renowned snare drum line for the Madison Scouts Drum and Bugle Corps (1981 – 83). He marched in the alumni corps in 2006 and maintained his friendships with fellow corpsmen until his passing. Prior to joining the Madison Scouts, Gene marched with the Schaumburg, IL Guardsmen (1977-81) and the Elmhurst, IL Vaqueros (1974-77). Nothing would make Gene happier than to know you have chosen to be an organ donor. If you’d care to go one step farther, please consider a donation to Gift of Hope http://www.giftofhope.org/. Please join family and friends of Gene Garrett on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at the Normandy Banquet Room, Elmhurst American Legion Hall, 310 W. Butterfield Road (at Spring), Elmhurst from noon to 4:00pm for a celebration of his life. Bring your memories, friends, pictures, and instruments. YWNWA

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Hello Everyone, I am not sure where else to post this, it is with a sad and heavy heart that I share the news that our drum corps brother, Gene "Geno" Garrett has passed away this morning. His family posted the following on his facebook wall today: I have sad news about my brother Geno. He passed away early this morning. He couldn't hold out for the new liver that he so desperately needed. I will miss him. Bob Garrett To all friends of Gene. I am so sorry to tell you that our Gene passed away this morning at 4:30. You were amazing during his illness. I love you all for loving him. We will all miss him. Chris Garrett I know that Geno marched Madison Scouts and Guardsmen - if there are others I am missing, I apologize. Geno was always such a joy, so full of love and always had a laugh in him. He will be greatly missed by many. God Speed, Geno.

that's better lol

wrong corps pic, Kevin

GO KILTIES!!!

I would like to wish all the corps safe travels. May you all do your best this weekend. Play great and play loud. and Kilties, kick some ###! We'll miss you. T & C