Garrett Family Mortuary Obituaries

Introduction to Garrett Family Mortuary

Located in the heart of Jersey City, New Jersey, Garrett Family Mortuary has been a trusted and compassionate provider of funeral services for families in the community. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, this family-owned mortuary has established itself as a beacon of hope and support during difficult times. In this article, we will delve into the history, services, and values of Garrett Family Mortuary, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of what sets them apart.

A Legacy of Compassion and Care

Garrett Family Mortuary has been serving the Jersey City community for generations, earning a reputation for their unwavering dedication to families in need. Their story began with a simple yet profound mission: to provide dignified and personalized funeral services that honor the lives of loved ones. Today, they continue to uphold this legacy, offering a range of services designed to meet the unique needs of each family they serve.

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LaJoy Monique Battle - October 07, 1980 - April 12, 2022

Departed: 04/12/2022 (Jersey City)

Obituary Preview: LaJoy Monique Battle was born in Jersey City, NJ at the old medical center on October 7th, 19880 to Burley and Joyce Battle.   She was affectionately known as Princess or “#1 Pop Diva She was raised in Jersey City and graduated 8th grade from Sacred Heart Grammar school in 1994.   She then went on to attend Lincoln High School where she graduated in 1998.  She later furthered her education at the Chubbs Institute.

LaJoy Started working at the U.S. Post Office while attending High School.  She Then moved on to becoming a Corrections officer until she later returned to the post office where she worked until her sudden death.

LaJoy was a member of Emmanuel Pentecostal for over seven years.  She loved worshipping the lord and was in attendance every Sunday for church and Wednesday for bible study prior to covid.  She was loved on Lexington Ave. where she grew up and lived her entire life.  She loved collecting elephants, traveling, and upgrading her home.

LaJoy is predeceased by her parents Joyce and Burley Battle, two uncles Kent and Caesar Glover.

LaJoy went to be with the Lord on April 12, 2022.  She is survived by her loving son Dawud Battle.  Her siblings Burley “Jojo” Battle III and Tisha Burgess.  Three aunts Lisa Glover, Lafreida Butler and Sharon Butler and one uncle Leon Butler. Three Nieces Mia Battle, Ava Battle, and Janazah Burgess one Nephew Joquan Battle.  She also leaves to Cherish a host of relatives and friends  to cherish her memory.

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Loretta Bradley - June 18, 1957 - April 09, 2022

Departed: 04/09/2022 (Jersey City)

Obituary Preview: Loretta Bradley born on June 18, 1957   to the late Eugene and Mildred Lee Bradley. Loretta entered  in God's loving arms for eternal rest on ,  April 9th, 2022 surrounded  by her loving family. Loretta was educated in the Jersey City Public School  System. Loretta joined Mt. Pisgah AME Church at a early age.  Loretta shared her God given gift and love dedicating all of her time taking care of children. Loretta  worked at Nelson Warehouse for a little while.  However  her main job was truly a homemaker. Loretta is predeceased by her son Ricky Bradley and daughter Sameya Bradley Bell

Loretta leaves to cherish her unconditional love:  one daughter: Yanesha Bradley, seven sons: Rahjai, Anthony, Algerjuan, Desmond, Fredrick, Jermaine, and Shamon Bradley of Jersey City, NJ; thirteen grandchildren: Jernire, Shanora, Rahjai, Takarra,Kajari, Najai, Nyelle, Zyiona,Shakriesha Laney, Christopher, Christina, Nevaeh Bradley, and Joelle Bradley;Two Great Grandchildren:  three sisters  Cora Simmons (Larry), Yolanda Cole (Scott) of Jersey City,  NJ, Charlece Bradley of Linden, NJ  and three brothers: Leonard Bradley of Jersey City, NJ, Howard Bradley (Marvina) of Hampton Va., Michael  Bradley (Annery) of Hoboken, NJ;  six aunts: Lillie Boyd, of Charlotte NC, Ethel Shuler of Orangeburg, SC,  Christine Thomas (Horace ) of Bowman, SC,  Gloria Jenkins (Ronnie) of Willingboro,  NJ;  Leanese Shuler of Jersey City, NJ and Lois Shuler of Richmond, VA; one uncle Robert Hammond  of Orangeburg, SC; one son- in- law, Jason Bell  and a host of nieces, nephews,  cousins and friends.

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William A Dabney - December 28, 1938 - March 10, 2022

Departed: 03/10/2022 (Jersey City)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for William A Dabney.

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Lottie M Manigault - June 12, 1940 - February 09, 2022

Departed: 02/09/2022 (Jersey City)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Lottie M Manigault.

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George B White - August 21, 1931 - January 29, 2022

Departed: 01/29/2022 (Jersey City)

Obituary Preview: George B. White also known as Sonny went home on 1/29/22. He lived in Jersey City NJ for over 64 years.  George was born in Brooklyn NY to the late George E. White and late Eva White. He graduated from Boys high school. In the late 50's he moved to Jersey City NJ. Whereas he worked in the Steel mills of downtown Jersey City. From there he went to Ford Motor Company in Edison NJ. where he was a Foreman-Supervisor and in the following years he retired. He was lover of music, especially jazz. With the love of music, he joined the Drum & Bugle Corp. The drums and horns were his thing besides being an excellent dancer, he had a love of all sports. His hobbies also included gardening, fishing, walking and Liberty State Park concerts He was well informed with the news, he was a block association committee member for years.  George was a devoted and proud member of the following houses in masonry: Friendship Lodge #44 PHA (he was a secretary for over 40 yrs.), Queen Esther #2 OES-PHA, Elite Chapter #9 HRAM-PHA, Sardonias Consistory #41 & AARS, Golconda Temple #24 and 33rd °. George will be missed dearly by his life partner Lil: 3 daughters: Beverly Williams (Jacksonville, FL), Valerie Pointer (NYC), Florence Pointer (NJ): 7 Sons: Hayward White (Blanca Liliana), Darryl White (Deceased), Willie Whitted (Diane), Mark Pointer (Deceased), Lee Pointer (Olitha), Orlando Pointer (deceased), Jacob Pointer (NYC); 6 Sisters: Constance Hewitt (Deceased), Ernestine Larkins (Deceased), Sarahann Ambrose Berlin, Maryland, Delores White (Deceased), Hilda Norman (Deceased), Helen White (NYC). He was a loving Grandfather & Great Grandfather, to a host of nieces & nephews, cousins, family, friends and his beloved dog Spot.

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Tonya R Manigault - October 07, 1963 - January 26, 2022

Departed: 01/26/2022 (Jersey City)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Tonya R Manigault.

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Arnold Green - May 12, 1953 - January 20, 2022

Departed: 01/20/2022 (Jersey City)

Obituary Preview: Arnold Green was born on May 12, 1953 to Georgiana Green and John Rogers.  He had only one sister, Michelle Green.

Arnold  attended schools in New York.  He left Dewitt Clinton High School in 1970 to enroll in the United States Marine Corps.  He served for 8 years and was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant E6 on June 29, 1978.  While in the Marines he was granted an expert marksman medal, received 2 purple hearts, bronze star, and was trained in crash fire and rescue.  He was also a freemason and member of King David Lodge #7.  He also earned an associates degree at the University of Maryland.

Arnold held many supervisory positions with select companies which included MSNBC, NYU, Summit Security, Long Island Helicopter and the Post Office in Mt. Vernon NY.  He was last employed as a Supervisor for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in the baggage area of Terminal B at Newark Liberty International Airport.  Before embarking on that assignment he was selected to be on the roll out team when the Department of Homeland Security was created after the attacks on September 11, 2001.  There he traveled and trained at airports in Oklahoma City, OK, Chicago, IL and at LaGuardia and Kennedy airports in NY.  After training he was assigned to Newark Liberty airport where he worked from 2002 until he became disable in 2013.

While at the Post Office he was the supervisor of Felicia Green who would go on to become his wife.  They wed on November 23, 1986 in Jersey City, NJ.  From that union they had/parented 7 children, 12 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren.

Arnold and his entire family joined Mt. Pisgah AME Church on March 13, 2005 during the annual Women’s Day celebration.  He went on to become an active member of the church.  He served as a Steward, VP of the Men’s Usher Board, Class Leader, member of the Men’s Choir, Van Driver for the elderly and YPDer’s, who he picked and dropped off to their meetings and events.   He would drive them to their annual day events up until the time when his many illnesses prevented him from doing so.  He was also the only male member of the Ruth Missionary Society.

Arnold was a happy and caring person who was loved by all.  The children of the church took to calling him ‘Papa’ because to him they were his grands as well.  He was so playful and always the life of the party.  Folks just loved being around him with his playful nature.  You could always find him cooking in front of his garage on Old Bergen Road.  Folks just showed up and were always welcomed and fed whether they were invited or not.

Arnold would like to give a special thank you to his hospice nurse Laverne Wessells,  and hospice care aid Anna Clinton.  These women took very good care of him and he grew to love them as family.

Arnold was predeceased in death by his two mothers, Georgianna Green and Hazel Werts and his sister Michelle Green. Leaving to cherish his precious memories are his wife of 35 years Felicia Green, his children Alan (Carolina), Kevin, Kenneth (Taka), Katrice, Shannel, Tariq.  He and his wife also took custody of nephew Walter who was considered another one of their children.  He also had 12 grandchildren, Shaniqua, Naishira, Tyhira, Chris, Marquis, Kyasia, Shinae, Mekhi, Kymir, Kenneth Jr. Kevin Jr., and  Brandon.  Three great grandchildren, Kyah, Trinity and Bryce. Also his third mother Betty and grandma Ernestine, sister in law Sonya (Charles), Deshawn, and brother in law Hal.  As well as a host of other family and friends.

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Harvest J A Mayes - November 22, 2021 - January 18, 2022

Departed: 01/18/2022 (Jersey City)

Obituary Preview: God blessed Aarion & Quadiera Mayes with the life of Harvest Joy Aaryen Mayes on 11/22/21 at 12:51pm.  Harvest was no ordinary child.  Her life was a testament to God’s sovereignty.  Prenatally, Harvest was diagnosed with a life-threatening condition that required medical care to be received at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Through a frightening pregnancy of traveling, difficult conversations, and intense doctor appointments, we remained hopeful and prayerful for Harvest’s birth. Upon Harvest’s entrance and survival in the world, NIICU West Bed 14 became “home” and the many who came through there became family.  Our love story with Phildaelphia, PA grew as God gave us the gift of Havey J for 56 days.

Although Harvest’s lifespan was not a large length of time, the quality of her legacy and example will remain for generations to come.  Harvest’s will to survive could ONLY be attributed to her connection with God.  Harvest’s personality became known amongst the nursing staff in NIICU WEST.  She was affectionately referred to by nursing staff as “the little cutey who proved us wrong.”  She was sweet and very strong willed.  Although Harvest had a breathing tube, she communicated clearly.  Her personality was very loud and clear when she was upset.  She was so attentive and present in moments that she enjoyed. Her body told doctors when she was ready to be removed from the ECMO machine, receive corrective surgery, and have her surgery womb closed. Harvest’s journey proved that God was leading the decisions of doctors, orchestrating the sequence of events, and keeping her family sustained while she fought to be well. Our family was amazed and blessed by the sovereignty of the Lord.

Harvest’s 56 day journey allowed for so many memories to be cherished.  Daily, Harvest was affectionately met with songs, scriptures, encouragement, new nicknames, and prayers as she fought to be well. Harvest especially enjoyed book reading with (older sister) Mckenzi Robinson or hearing (older brother) Zion Mayes sing [cocomelon] songs to her.  Harvest lit up while listening to stories from (daddy) Aarion Mayes and receiving coconut oil rub downs from (mommy) Quadiera Robinson Mayes.    Harvest pushed harder when (nanmaw) Saundra Robinson Green gave “Angel Eyes” forehead kisses and prayed over her body.  She fought to open her eyes when (Pop Pop) Anthony Green read Psalms 91 over his “Pumpkin Spice.” Harvest was blessed with daily prayers and check ins from (Mimi) Velma Crawford and (Grandpa) Willie Mayes.  Harvest’s memory will also be cherished by all her uncles, aunties, cousins, godparents and those who made her a household name.

Harvest’s life also bread a community of prayer amongst family members and believers near and far.  With each surgery, peak and valley, celebration, and new development in Harvest’s health there were chains of prayer across the United States.  Prayer Warriors across the US became invested in Harvest’s life and progress. Harvest Joy was everyone’s baby, not just ours.  We were happy to share her with all those she was intended to touch. As her daddy eloquently declares, “Harvest didn’t live long enough to know or participate in the darkness of this world.  Instead, her life brought light and that’s how she will be remembered…..In Light!” The Journey of Harvest Mayes was well worth the 80,640 minutes, the1,344 hours, the 56 days. She will truly be missed. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the CHOP medical, social work and psychological staff.  The family would also like to thank the staff of the Philadelphia, PA Ronald McDonald House as they assisted to ensure the family’s comfort throughout their stay in Philadelphia. Lastly, once again thank you to all those who through prayer and community walked by our side through this journey.  We love and appreciate you all!

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Funeral Services at Garrett Family Mortuary

At Garrett Family Mortuary, they understand that every life is precious and deserves to be celebrated. They offer a variety of funeral services tailored to meet the diverse needs of their clients. From traditional funerals to cremation services, memorial ceremonies, and graveside services, their experienced staff will guide you through every step of the planning process. They also provide pre-planning options, allowing individuals to make informed decisions about their own funeral arrangements.

The Importance of Personalization

One of the key aspects that sets Garrett Family Mortuary apart is their commitment to personalization. They believe that every funeral service should reflect the unique personality, interests, and accomplishments of the deceased. To achieve this, they work closely with families to incorporate meaningful elements into the service, such as favorite music, flowers, or memorabilia. This attention to detail ensures that each funeral is a heartfelt tribute to the life being celebrated.

A Facility Designed for Comfort and Convenience

The Garrett Family Mortuary facility is designed to provide a warm and welcoming environment for families and friends to gather. The spacious chapel can accommodate large crowds, while the intimate visitation rooms offer a cozy setting for smaller gatherings. Ample parking and convenient accessibility features ensure that all guests can participate comfortably. The mortuary's state-of-the-art equipment and technology enable them to provide seamless video tributes, live streaming, and other multimedia services.

Supporting Families Through Grief

Losing a loved one is never easy, and the grieving process can be overwhelming. Garrett Family Mortuary recognizes the importance of supporting families beyond the funeral service itself. They offer bereavement resources, including counseling services, support groups, and online grief support tools. Their compassionate staff is always available to lend a listening ear or provide guidance during difficult times.

Community Involvement and Outreach

Garrett Family Mortuary is deeply committed to giving back to the Jersey City community. They participate in local charity events, sponsor community organizations, and engage in educational initiatives aimed at promoting awareness about end-of-life care and planning. By fostering strong relationships with local healthcare providers, hospices, and social service agencies, they ensure that families receive comprehensive support during times of need.

A Commitment to Excellence

Garrett Family Mortuary's dedication to excellence is evident in every aspect of their operations. From their meticulously maintained facilities to their highly trained staff, they strive for perfection in all they do. Their commitment to quality is reflected in their membership with professional associations like the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) and the New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association (NJSFDA).

Contacting Garrett Family Mortuary

If you're seeking compassionate and professional funeral services in Jersey City, look no further than Garrett Family Mortuary. Located at 1668 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07305, they are easily accessible from major highways and public transportation routes. You can reach them by phone at [phone number] or visit their website at [website URL]. Whether you're planning ahead or facing an immediate need, Garrett Family Mortuary is here to support you every step of the way.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It is often published in a newspaper, online, or in a funeral home's website to inform friends, family, and community members of the passing.

What is the purpose of an obituary?

The primary purpose of an obituary is to announce the passing of a loved one and provide details about their life, such as their accomplishments, interests, and surviving family members. It also serves as a way to share information about funeral or memorial services, allowing others to pay their respects.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, a family member or close friend writes an obituary with the assistance of a funeral home or obituary writer. In some cases, the deceased may have written their own obituary in advance.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A standard obituary usually includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about funeral or memorial services, charitable donations, and other relevant details.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or online platform. Typically, it ranges from 100 to 500 words. Funeral homes and online obituary platforms often have guidelines for word count and content.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a great way to personalize the tribute and help readers remember the person.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication, word count, and additional features such as photos or online links. On average, the cost can range from $50 to $500 or more.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, you can write your own obituary in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life story is told in your own words. Many people choose to write their own obituary as part of their estate planning or legacy project.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only the basic facts such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary provides more detailed information about the person's life and is often longer and more narrative in style.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Absolutely! While an obituary should be respectful, it's also okay to inject some humor and personality into the writing. This can help celebrate the person's life and make the tribute more engaging and memorable.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and guidelines. Some newspapers may accept online submissions, while others require email or faxed copies.

Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?

In most cases, it's not possible to make significant changes to an obituary once it's been published. However, minor corrections may be allowed. It's essential to proofread carefully before submitting the final version.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The publication timeline varies depending on the newspaper or online platform. Some may publish within 24 hours, while others may take several days or even weeks.

Can I request changes to an existing obituary?

If you're not satisfied with an existing obituary, you can try contacting the original author or the publication where it was published. They may be willing to make changes or corrections.

What if I want to keep my loved one's obituary private?

If you prefer not to publicly announce your loved one's passing, you can opt for a private obituary or limit its distribution to close family and friends. Funeral homes and online platforms often offer private or password-protected options.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Yes! Quotes, lyrics, or poems can add depth and meaning to an obituary. Choose something that resonates with your loved one's personality or spirit.

How do I find old obituaries?

You can search online archives of newspapers or websites like Legacy.com or GenealogyBank.com. Local libraries or genealogical societies may also have access to historical records and archives.

Can I write an obituary for someone who has been deceased for many years?

Absolutely! Writing an obituary for someone who passed away years ago can be a meaningful way to honor their memory and share their story with future generations.

What if I'm unsure about what to write in an obituary?

If you're struggling to write an obituary, consider seeking help from a funeral home director, grief counselor, or professional writer. You can also look at examples online for inspiration.

Can I include charitable donations in lieu of flowers in an obituary?

Yes! Including information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers is a thoughtful way to honor your loved one's memory and support a good cause.

How do I ensure accuracy in an obituary?