Obituary of William Garrett

William (Bill) Garrett 83 years old | Bridgeport, CT November 13, 1940 – October 6, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of William (Bill) Garrett, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024 at the age of 83 after a long battle with Alzheimer's.

Bill was born on November 13, 1940 in Warwick, RI, the son of John Garrett and Irene Gleavy. He lived a life dedicated to the service of helping others and of making the world a better place. Bill served 7 years in the U.S. Navy, serving on the aircraft carrier USS Saratoga and the first ballistic missile submarine the USS George Washington. Following his service, Bill met the love of his life Josephine in Philadelphia, married her, and drove across the country with her to Oregon where he graduated with a bachelor's degree from the University of Oregon. After moving to Connecticut, Bill became a prominent figure behind the scenes in local and state politics. He became an advocate for climate change through which he touched the lives of many.

He is survived by his daughter Kimberly Siemon (Gregory), granddaughters Mackenzie Minor, Emma Siemon, and Shelby Siemon, his older brother Robert Garrett (Jennifer), and his brother-in-law Chris Metzger as well as many nieces and nephews who will forever cherish his memory. Bill was predeceased by his beloved wife Josephine, his sister Shirley Files (Doug), and brother John Garrett, known affectionately as Jack whom he all loved deeply.

Relatives and friends may greet the family on Thursday, October 10, 2024 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Rd., Trumbull. Interment with Full Military Honors will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 200 Executive Blvd., Suite 4B, Southington, CT 06489 or at www.alz.org/ct. in memory of Bill. To leave an online condolence, please visit us at www.abriola.com.

Bill will be remembered for his kindness, wisdom, humor, and love for family and the world. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.