Charles Leon Garrett

February 13, 1929 - May 31, 2016

Charles "Leon" Garrett age 87, died Tuesday, May 31. Mr. Garrett worked for Georgia Power for 13 years before working as a building contractor and in the later part of his life, working at Georgia State Bank for over 15 years. The Atlanta Braves were Leon's passion. He also enjoyed gospel music and his time at Orange Hill Baptist Church. Mr. Garret was preceded in death by his son, Kenny Garrett. He is survived by his loving wife of over 68 years, Joann Garrett; daughter, Judy Garrett Lewis and her husband, Phillip; daughter-in-law, Darlene Garrett; grandchildren, Mandy, Shelley and Jeff; great grandchildren, Bailey, Cass, Mary, Stephen, Garrett, Whitney and Samantha; and great-great grandchild, Jase. The family will receive friends at Orange Hill Baptist Church on Thursday, June 2 from 12pm to 2pm. Funeral services will begin in the church at 2pm. Interment will follow at Barber Cemetery in Mableton.