Mitchell James Garrison
May 09, 2015
Mitchell Garrison, 17, passed away from injuries sustained in a car accident on Saturday May 9, 2015. He was born in Des Moines on October 23, 1997, son of David and Kimberly Garrison.
Mitch was a junior at Southeast Polk High School and attended Altoona United Methodist Church. He loved playing video games, riding 4-wheelers, snowboarding, and fishing. Mitch also enjoyed cars, watching motocross, and hanging out with his friends.
Mitch is survived by his parents, Dave and Kim; siblings, Josh (fiancée, Jessica Anthony) Garrison, Jenna (Matt) Tharp, and Katie (fiancé, Zach Little) Garrison; niece, Emery; paternal grandma, Joan Garrison; maternal grandma, Karen Lyndon; as well as many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and amazing friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandpa, Willard Garrison and maternal grandpa, Richard Lyndon.
Visitation will be held at Altoona United Methodist Church, 602 5th Avenue SW, on Thursday, May 14, 2015, from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m., with the family present from
3-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, also at the church, with burial to follow at Altoona Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Altoona United Methodist Church to help fund scholarships for youth to attend church camps in loving memory of Mitchell.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Shawn Palmer
05/14/2015
I just heard about your loss yesterday. I can't imagine how heartbreaking this must be for your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sandy Bennett
05/14/2015
Dave and Family - Words cannot express my shock and sorrow when I heard of your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies. I pray that you will find strength and comfort at this most difficult time.
SEP parent
05/14/2015
Having a 17 year old junior boy also, the news of your sons's passing deeply sadden and broke my heart. So sorry for your loss. Know that you have an entire community praying for you also. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Jane and dick davenport
05/13/2015
I have shed tears for you and Kim and all your family. May god wrap his arms around all of you and keep you strong. Our prayers are with you all
Mark Shepard
05/13/2015
My heartfelt condolences for the loss of your son. There are no words that can convey my sympathy. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers
Russ O.
05/13/2015
GONE TO SOON
To all who knew and loved Mitchell, Your hearts are heavy with the burden of grief and loss.
Through the grace of God, the dead do not die, they live forever in God's mind and ours.
Mitchell's parents, Dave and Kim are to commended that they raised such a beautiful son.
Mitchell will be 'Forever Young'
Steve Sourbier (x 235)
05/13/2015
I am deeply sadden by this news. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Stacy Briles-Mueller
05/13/2015
I cannot imagine and I'm sad that you know this feeling. I'm praying for all of you.
Dave and Deb Coldwell
05/13/2015
We are so very sorry to learn of your loss. Our hearts ache for all of you. Please know that we are praying for you, and will continue to hold you up in the days to come.
Bryan, Jessica & Blake Michelsen
05/13/2015
Our hearts broke when we heard the terrible news. We continue to think of and pray for each of you. Take comfort in God, family and friends.
Meggan, Derek, Gracelyn & Nathan Van Gundy
05/13/2015
We are thinking of you, wishing you comfort in the midst of sorrow, strength in the midst of pain and that cherished memories bring you moments of peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know how much you are loved and how deeply your loss is felt by all.
Meggan, Derek, Gracely, and Nathan Van Gundy
05/13/2015
We are thinking of you, wishing you comfort in the midst of sorrow, strength in the midst of pain and that cherished memories bring you moments of peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know how much you are loved and how deeply your loss is felt by all.
Doug & Deb Stream
05/13/2015
Dave, Kim and family... So very sorry to hear of your loss. You have our deepest sympathies ! We will keep you all in our prayers .
Jay Hansen & Family
05/13/2015
Dave, Kim and family... Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. You have our deepest sympathies!! Stay strong and lean on friends and family, we are all here for you!!
Mike and Lisa Tharp
05/13/2015
Prayers and love to all the Garrison Family. May God give you strength during this time of loss.