Obituaries

Garrett A. Morgan, 22

October 26, 2022

Wednesday morning we found our beloved Garrett had left us for a better place. As his heart finds rest, many more hearts heave over the sudden pain of his loss. Words alone cannot begin to express the fullness of a life short lived, but terms and timelines of men rarely fit into the master plan.

Garrett’s heart was tender and his resolve firm; and as such, he was deeply loved by many far and wide. From the very beginning, Garrett brought joy and enthusiasm to his every pursuit; and he greeted every challenge with a strong handshake and a big smile. A vibrant sense of adventure and a hunger to get in the game brought him greatly deserved success in karate, school, lacrosse, work, relationships and life. A selfless individual, Garrett played for the team and when the clock ran short and he could play no more, he chose to pull himself from the field for the sake of his teammates.

Garrett leaves behind on earth a long list of those he loved – his parents, Erik and Lisa, his beloved brother, mentor and best friend, Joshua, his grandparents, family members and friends. We all carry on the light of his memory in each of us every day, and we are forever grateful to Garrett and to God, for his beautiful life and steadfast companionship for 22 years.
Garrett now sits on a beach as long and blonde as his hair, with the blue waters reflected in his eyes, and he takes great comfort in the strong embrace of our Lord.

May the Lord bless you and keep you, dear Garrett. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you. May the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace. (Numbers 6:24-26)

We will forever love you and hold you in our hearts.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2PM on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 119 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA 17603, with Fr. Olkowski as Celebrant. Guests are invited to attend a visitation at the church from 1 PM until the time of Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Garrett’s name may be made to the Garrett Morgan Fund, Penn Manor Men’s Lacrosse Booster Club, P.O. Box 5, Millersville, PA 17551

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Condolences to the Family

December 12, 2022

I became close friends with Garrett after meeting him several years ago. I can genuinely say that he was a light in my life and an angel on Earth. He had such a beautiful soul and always knew how to make everyone smile. His smile was always the biggest in the room and his personality was the  brightest. He always sung and played the ukulele for me and I will never forget when he dedicated the song “Amber” to me, because it was the “color of my energy.” He was such a special person and he impacted my life so much. I will never meet another person like him. My heart is with you and your family, he always spoke about how much he loved each of you so much. I am sending all of my love to you and hope you find peace and strength. Trinity Vallee

November 04, 2022

Dear Erik
I am so sorry for your loss.  Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

November 04, 2022

Dear Erik.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  I was made aware by Amy via Pete Kauffman.  You have so much love and support coming your way.  Lean on your family, friends and faith to get you through these difficult days.  I miss seeing you in the neighborhood.  Julie McNamara

November 03, 2022

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. 

November 03, 2022

I’d like to express my sincere sympathy over the loss of your son, Garrett. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I’m so very sorry for your loss.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Jacqueline Perdun Heatherington

November 03, 2022

I pray that, over time, the good memories do you have of Garrett Will provide to you Comfort . I cannot imagine what you are going through but please be assured that your friends are here to support you however possible.

November 02, 2022

Dear Erik, Lisa, and Josh
You are in my thoughts daily and I pray that your faith keeps you strong through this.  My heart is with you
With Love
Steven Ries

November 02, 2022

I am deeply sorrowed for the loss of your beloved son, Garrett.
Keeping you all in my prayers for your peace in Jesus.  There are just no words……………

November 02, 2022

Hi Erik and Lisa,
My heart has been aching since I found out last Thursday the passing of Garrett. What a sweet and blessed man he was! I can’t even imagine the huge pain, void, and unaswered questions you may have. I’ve been thinking about both of you and feeling with you from the distance a lot since last week. May God have mercy on his soul and grant your family with His peace, love, and trust in His Will.

November 02, 2022

Erik, Lisa and Family,
There simply aren’t any words to express my deepest condolences to you at this journey you all find yourselves on. As a pastor, I at times struggle with finding just the “right” words to say. However, your words expressed in writing about Garrett show a remarkable faith you have in our Heavenly Father. I will add my prayers to yours, I will keep you all close in thought and prayer as we, too, will one day walk hand in hand with those who went before us. “My comfort in suffering is this:your promise preserves my soul.”- Psalm 119:50
In Chirst’s eternal love,
Jeff Engroff 

November 01, 2022

I went to college with Garette. First class of freshmen year and i saw that smile. He was so fun and great to be around. I hope you seek comfort knowing he has blessed so many people. Sending my love, a former friend. 

November 01, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Our Deepest Sympathy,
Rip and Mary Lawhead

November 01, 2022

Dear Erik& Family,
So sorry to read of the loss of your dear son!
I can not imagine your sorrow at this incredibly hard time! May the Lord keep you and sustain you. My deepest sympathies and prayers! 

November 01, 2022

Erik and Lisa, Cathie and I would like to send our deepest sympathies on your loss. May the lord give you strength during this time.Matthew 5:4. Blessed are those who mourn as they shall be comforted. We will keep you guys and your family in our prayers.  Brian and Cathie Musser. 

November 01, 2022

Erik, Lisa, and Josh,
I am so sorry for your loss. Garrett was a wonderful and funny person, who I am glad I was able to meet and befriend at the decorating group. He shall be missed.
My deepest condolences. Rory Seton

November 01, 2022

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved son and brother. We are holding you near to our hearts and always in our prayers. May the God of spirits give rest to the soul of His departed servant Garrett in a place of brightness, a place of refreshment, a place of repose, where all sickness, sorrow and sighing have fled away. And may God hold and keep each of you in the days and months ahead as you process this unimaginable loss. Leslie Atherholt (Ebersole) and family

November 01, 2022

Dear Erik, Lisa, and Josh,Sending you prayers for peace, and strength as you navigate the heart – wrenching waters that lie ahead. With love, Matt and Sarah Patterson. 

October 31, 2022

Dear Erik, Lisa & Josh,
We are so sorry for your loss! While on this earth we will never understand, there is peace in knowing our mighty God has all the answers! He will take great care of your dear Garret until you meet again. Praying you all feel our Lords mighty presence ever so close to you at this time. Praying He gives you strength & comfort. May He & the warm & cherished memories that you have of Garret forever heal your hearts! Praise our dear Heavenly Father you will see Garret again!!

October 31, 2022

Wishing you peace during this extremely difficult time. Remembering you in my prayers. Claire Krause 

October 31, 2022

Lisa, Erik and Josh,Saddened to hear this news and our deepest condolences to all. Megan, Robin, Spencer & Madison Williams

October 31, 2022

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My son was a classmate of his, PMHS Class of 2018. My thoughts and prayers are with you. 

October 31, 2022

I am so heartbroken to hear of the loss of Garrett. May the Lord give you all the strength and support during these unexpected times. Sending prayers to you Erik, Lisa and Joshua. 

October 31, 2022

Dear Lisa, Erik and Joshua,
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss.We are thinking of all of you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do during these difficult times
The Amanullah Family 

October 31, 2022

Sending my deepest sympathies to you Erik and Lisa, and your family.
May God hold you and keep you in his arms during this sad time.
 
 

October 31, 2022

My deepest condolences to the Morgan family. Garrett had a warm heart, an admirable spirit, and was a great friend. May he rest in eternal peace. 

October 31, 2022

Erik & family, to lose someone is utterly heartbreaking. I am so sorry for your loss. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy (Witmer) Loser

October 31, 2022

Erik and Lisa, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son.  What a handsome young man.  May you find strength and prayer to help you through this difficult time.
In His Love
Denise Hull Hollister

October 31, 2022

Thoughts and prayers to the Morgan Family. Garrett is one of the most genuine people I have been lucky enough to meet.

October 31, 2022

Dear Erik, Lisa and Josh,
we are so sorry for your lost,  our condolences 
to  your family.

October 31, 2022

Erik and Family,
Our hearts break for you all as we learn of the loss of your precious Garrett. With deepest sympathy, Anne Almy-Webber and Ben Webber 

October 31, 2022

I knew Garrett from college, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Garrett was a one of a kind person. He will be missed by many. 

October 31, 2022

To the Morgan family; I am so very sorry for your loss. God bless, Peter Zanowski 
 

October 31, 2022

To the Morgan family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Garrett was one of a kind – always extremely positive, enthusastic, helpful, & generous. I had the pleasure of living with Garrett during my time at Coastal Carolina & will never forget the endless good memories I shared with him. He was a great roommate & an even better friend & will always be missed.

October 31, 2022

I’m super sorry for your loss Erik and Lisa, I pray that you’ll be able to support one another through this! 
Sincerely Lisa Cooper (Henry)
 

October 31, 2022

Dear Erik and family. I send my deepest condolences to you all during this difficult time. Thinking of you and your son 
your classmate 
johanna Moore 

October 31, 2022

To Lisa and family
I cannot imagine the huge loss you all feel.  My condolences.  I hope the prayers are lifting you all up.
Love 
Evelyn Nellius

October 31, 2022

Ill be praying for you. To the family my heart extends to you. Every second with you was a blessing brother. 

October 31, 2022

Dear Lisa, Erik and Joshua,
We mourn with you and hold you close in our thoughts and prayers. 
Lucyann Boll-Borrero and José Borrero 

October 31, 2022

My heart hurts for you with the devastating loss of your son.  Please know that you all are in my prayers and I pray for comfort and strength during this difficult time.  I am just so saddened by this and want you to know that I am here for you Lisa and Family!
Anna and Freddy Ramos

October 31, 2022

Erik,
Condolences to you and your family.

October 31, 2022

I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Being able to work with and get to know Lisa and Garrett for years with St. Mary’s Youth Group was such a joy. I am praying for you all and holding you close to my heart.

October 31, 2022

Sending light, love and healing to the Morgan Family.  My son was a classmate of Garrett’s.  We are so saddened by your loss!

October 31, 2022

Dear Erik & family,
Our deep condolences are with you.  May the peace that passes all understanding guard your hearts, minds, and souls in Christ Jesus.
Love, Tracy and Brenda Miller

October 31, 2022

Erik and Lisa, 
Wes and I are so sorry for your loss.  We can’t imagine what you are feeling at this time.  May Jesus be your Comfort!! May He be your Anchor in these uncharted waters.  We are praying for you at this difficult time. Love, Wes and Laura Funk

October 31, 2022

My deepest condolences to the Morgan family! 

October 31, 2022

Dear Morgan Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your precious son.  We pray that as our Lady held her broken son in her arms that she now holds your son Garrett in her arms presenting him to our Lord so as he may enter into eternal Glory.

October 31, 2022

Dear, Erik&Lisa 
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your entire family that you may find comfort in God with your unexpected loss of a wonderful young man.  He will be deeply missed and always in our hearts.
Respectfully, Edward L. Shull

October 31, 2022

My heart aches knowing your pain. My God keep your family close and comfort you during this difficult time. Love, hugs and prayers always. Love the Sarvers.  

October 31, 2022

Dear Erik and family. I am so sorry to hear of your unimaginable loss. 

October 31, 2022

Lisa and Erik, there are no words for the unspeakable loss of your beautiful Garrett. I pray that your faith in God and the love of your family and friends will sustain and comfort  you. I am so sorry. Peace be with you.-Jan Stoltzfus
 
 
 
 

October 30, 2022

This is heartbreaking to hear. Living with Garrett through school was one of the best memories I have. I got to see what truly great friend and brother he was to me. Always in my thoughts and prayers. 

October 30, 2022

Lisa and Erik, my sincere condolences – words can’t convey the hurt I feel for you. Garrett was a love and a light. He was an awesome kid – sweet, polite, funny, and a wonderful friend to my boys. We loved having him at our house – he was a joy. Luke reminded me of the time he and Truman got snowed in at our house for two days. They had so much fun. We are thinking of you and praying for your comfort in knowing that Garrett is at peace. All our love. Barb, Daniel, Luke, and Isaac 

October 30, 2022

Dear Erik, Lisa, and Josh, please know you are all in our hearts and prayers for comfort as you lay your precious son/brother to rest. Even though we have not seen you in a while, we fondly remember each of you all. With love, Patrick, Yvette, and family

October 30, 2022

My condolences on the loss of your wonderful son, grandson, and dear friend.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.  Blessings, Patricia N

October 30, 2022

Dear Lisa, Erik and Joshua,
Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.  I wish I could find the words that would help to ease your pain, but I know all to well that they don’t exist. My heart breaks for you, but I believe that the God who now holds Garrett in his loving arms is the same God who will give you the strength to endure. And I also believe, with all my heart, that one day you will be with your beloved Garrett again. Until that joyful day, I pray that your memories of him bring you comfort and peace. My sincere sympathy,
Stephanie McCrery 

October 30, 2022

Dear Lisa, Erik and Joshua,
     Our prayers and heartfelt condolences.  We will attend the Wednesday Mass at St. Mary’s.
Marie and Paul Sauer
 
 

October 30, 2022

Dear Lisa, Erik & Josh,
There are no words that will diminish the anguish you must be feeling. Lisa I did not know your son’s personally but through your loving eyes. Your family was/is your greatest accomplishment and that is evident in any conversation. May you all cleave tightly to each other and my God lead you through this nightmare. Our prayers are with you all!!
Tim & Sally Sandstrom 

October 30, 2022

Garrett was such a bright light in my 6th grade classroom at Central Manor! I remember how eager he was to learn and make new friends. His kindness and his love to be a part of things made him so easy to teach. Blessings for your whole family. Peace be with you.

October 30, 2022

You will be missed #22. You and your brothers paved the way and changed a culture forever. Your smile and laughs at practice will live with me forever. 

October 30, 2022

Lisa, Erik and Josh
Our hearts are so heavy for you, but we also celebrate with you that Garrett has found rest in the arms of our Savior. May God provide His strength and peace to you today and always. Our family was privileged to experience the bigness that Garrett brought to this world, and for that we are forever grateful. Much love to you all!

October 29, 2022

Lisa, Erik and Josh: Our hearts break to learn of your deep loss. Our family has such blessed memories spent with Garrett and with all of you. Prayers and so much love for all of you.

October 29, 2022

Erik, Lisa and Josh,
So sorry for the loss of your son and brother. May you find happiness in the memories you have of him. And may he continue to live on through your lives. I cannot fathom the depth of your sorrow, but I know he was extremely well-loved by his family. And he sounds like he was a tremendous friend to many. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Pete Kauffman and family 

October 29, 2022

Our hearts pour out and break with yours, our special friends. We remember Garrett as such a lovable, bright, interested-in-everything, agreeble, adventurous young man. Our Lord always is most merciful. May you be consoled by his mother as she holds you close to her heart. Continued prayers as you go through this heart-wrenching time. Sending all our love. 

October 29, 2022

Erik,Lisa, Josh and family,  
Sending my condolences and may God wrap his arms around you to find comfort in such an unspeakable time
Cara Grinestaff (Jeff Myers, daughter)

October 29, 2022

Garrett, your laugh and smile were always infectious. Such a goofball. You were a blessing to all of us in St. Mary’s Youth Ministry. Always up for a challenge and a good time! I’ll cherish the couple years we spent together at St. Mary’s in this life. Until we meet again in the next! ❤️🙏🏻 Lisa, Erick, and Josh – love you all! My prayers are with you. ❤️❤️

October 29, 2022

Dearest Lisa, Erik and Joshua, 
Please know that we are praying for and thinking of you all. We pray you will feel the Lord’s presence and strength even more than you ever have. 
Annie and David Albright

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Wednesday, November 02, 2022
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
St. Mary's Catholic Church
119 S. Prince St.
Lancaster, PA 17603
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