Judge David Garner
Judge David Garner, of League City, passed away at his home on Monday, January 18, 2021 at the age of 71. He was born on September 26, 1949 in Galveston, Texas to Charles and Marie Garner.
First and foremost, David took pride in being a loving husband, father, Papa, brother, and friend. The honor of his professional career was presiding over the 10th Judicial District Court of Texas for 20 years before transitioning to a role as a Senior District Court Judge for the following 8 years. David was an extremely active member of Saint Mary of the Expectation Catholic Church in League City for the last 45 years. David’s Catholic faith was strong and he loved his parish and parish family. Beyond his family, career, and faith, David was a passionate University of Texas Longhorn, where he received his undergraduate degree in 1971.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Marie and Charles Garner, Sr.
He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years Linda, daughter Shannon McClellen and husband Ryan, sons Jason Garner and wife April, Daniel Garner and wife Jodi, sisters Margaret Mirabel and husband Blas, Katharine Vanya and husband Steven, Natalie Sanders and husband Mike, brothers Charles Garner, Jr., and Nathan Garner and grandchildren Jack, Gage, Nolan, Parker, and Clara and many other loving family and friends.
A Rosary will be held on Friday, January 22nd at 9:45am at St. Mary Catholic Church, 1612 East Walker, League City, Texas 77573. A Mass will immediately follow on Friday at 10:00 am with Father John Rooney presiding.
In lieu of flowers, you may send memorials to St. Mary Catholic Church, 1612 East Walker, League City, Texas 77573.
Due to COVID 19, the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston requires all visitors to wear a mask and maintain a social distance from attendees. Maximum occupancy is 325 guests. Upon entering the Church, attendees will be kindly asked to enter the church and be seated. Please maintain a social distance during the processional, recessional and while seated in the church. Your assistance during this difficult time is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
If you are unable to attend and would like to view the ceremony online, please visit the Facebook page of St. Mary of the Expectation Catholic Church.
Our prayers are with Linda and family. We were fortunate to have Dave as our next door neighbor for over 20 years. He always greeted us with a smile, was humble, and exhibited a warm and caring personality. It was a joy to see him through our kitchen window playing with his grandchildren. It gave an outward expression of the love he had for his family. We will truly miss him.
Many fond memories of David making the huge pot of chili for our Trcka Family Christmas! We will miss you! Hugs and prayers to the Garner Family, Susan and Mark Froebel
Linda,
Our condolences during this time of grief but we know that David was a giant man with an overabundance amount of grace and integrity. Our prayers go out to you and your beautiful family.
Peace,
Greg annd Kathu Smit
Judge Garner was a wonderful person and dedicated Judge. Di and I offer our prayers for the Garner family. Judge Garner and his lovely wife Linda served St. Mary Parish in many capacities and we love them dearly. May Judge Garner enter into the Kingdom of God and welcomed into the Communion of Saints. Deacon Russ & Di Carroll
My deepest sympathy to Linda and family. Dave was a great guy and I enjoyed being neighbors for 25 years.
Gregg Gitschlag
Judge Garner was an excellent Judge, a good friend and a great person. He will be missed.
Dear Linda and family,
I was very sorry to hear about David’s passing and I offer you my sincere condolences. David and his family have been beloved members of the St. Mary faith community for as long as I can remember. He was very active in both liturgical and community service in the parish. He was an honorable and distinguished justice for the State of Texas. I admired him greatly. I will not attend his funeral services to permit others to attend, but I will be with you in spirit. I am sure God has rewarded him for his faithful service when he was with us.
Deacon George
Our prayers to the Garner family. Great family and David was always humble and pleasant to be around. I will miss seeing him and Linda walk the neighborhood.
Dear Linda, Julie and I were very sorry to hear of David’s passing. Our prayers go out to you and the family. He was a very good person, and we will miss him.
Linda and the family….our love and prayers go out to you today, and in the coming months ahead. May sweet memories bring you comfort and peace. Dave will certainly be missed.❤️
The Syfert Family
Best wishes to David’s loved ones. We’re very sorry for your loss.
Doka and Jay Cullender
Linda & family,
What a beautiful service and celebration of life for David. So glad they were able to provide it virtually so we could honor his life and share in the prayers.
You are all in our thought and prayers during this time,
Richard & Debi Plumlee
Our sincere condolences to you, Linda, and your family. Anne & Tom Huber & family.
Our deepest condolences…..rest in peace sir…
Dear Linda and family, Please accept our deepest sympathies. Dave was always such a wonderful gentleman and friend. Our prayers are with you.
The Beau Miller Family
Linda and family my sincerest condolences are being sent to each of you. Being a neighbor of yours for the past 35 years has been a blessing. Dave was our attorney prior to his becoming Judge…he was exceptional at both and served our community well. Love that you shared 50 beautiful years together. Dave will be missed by all who knew him. May God give you comfort and peace now in in coming months ahead.🙏
Dear Linda,
Thoughts and Prayers are sent to You and your Family! Words can not express how sorry I am for your loss!
Love,
Margie McCumber
Linda,
John attended the Rosary and said the service was lovely. The Judge touched our courthouse lives for so many years in such a positive way.
He will always be remembered for his kind nature.
32 years ago I had the privilege of coaching Daniel in his first year of baseball in League City Little League. It was at that same time I met David. Watching him with those 6 & 7 year old boys was an amazing site. Here was this large man who would be on his knees pitching to these young men and coaching them with this soft calming voice. He was always so kind to everyone and a shining example to all the other coaches and fathers. Over the years, we watched our children grow but there was always baseball that tied us together. David was always there. When there was a work day he was first to step up. No matter where the game was or how bad the weather was, he was there. I have always felt so honored that I had the opportunity to spend so much time with David. What an amazing example he was to all he touched. Linda, Jason, Shannon, and Daniel, I know you are heartbroken right now but always remember all of the great things and the legacy he leaves. Our love and prayers go out to all of you. Love to all.
Linda and family,
We are sad to hear about Dave. Our prayers are with you.
May your memories give you comfort and peace.
Joe and Jennifer Mergist and Family
I will always miss him, today, tomorrow and everyday.