Paul Garrison, Jr.

Paul Garrison, Jr.

78, of Indianapolis, passed away November 2, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family. Paul was born on December 6, 1939 in Altamahaw, North Carolina to the late Paul Garrison, Sr. and Mammie (Vaughn) Garrison.

Paul worked as a machine operator for Allisons Transmission for many years, before retiring in 1993. Athletically inclined, Paul stayed active throughout his life as a runner, participating in many mini marathons and marathons over the years. However, he was most proud to be a professional Putt-Putt National Champion in 1962. A tradition that has since been carried on throughout his family with many of them professional Putt-Putt players in their own right. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and rooting on his beloved Indiana Hoosiers in basketball.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patricia Garrison, daughter; Terri (Paul Tuhy) Garrison, son; Jeff (Donna) Garrison, brother; Jimmy (Kim) Garrison, 4 grandchildren; Josh Garrison, Amanda (Kyle) Poole, Adam (Breeanna) Tuhy, Alex Tuhy, 2 great grandchildren; Abby Poole and Riley Poole.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 2:00pm at Carlisle- Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, with visitation from 12noon until the services at 2pm Wednesday in the funeral home.

Burial will follow the services in West Newton Cemetery.

While flowers are welcomed, memorial contributions may be made in Paul’s memory to the American Lung Association.

Please visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.