Garnett Sturgill

April 6, 1932 - November 5, 2019

Garnett Sexton Sturgill, age 87, of Independence, VA passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at her residence. She was born April 6, 1932 in Alleghany County to the late Arthur Frank and Emma Jane Reed Sexton. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Arville Deward Sturgill; one infant son, Gary Richardson; one son, Joel Timothy Sturgill; two brothers, Neal Sexton and Phillip Lawrence Sexton; one sister, Freddie Sue Treadway. Garnett was a sweet, meek, and humble person. She loved doing crafts and making cards. She loved people, never met a stranger, and never had a bad word to say about anyone. She was a member of New Haven Church of the Brethren. She is survived by three daughters, Tammy Holt and husband Roy of Christiansburg, VA, Dena Hillman and husband Greg of Bristol, VA, Gilly Wagoner and husband Doug of Sparta; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; one brother, Jack Sexton of Sparta; several nieces, nephews, and special friends also survive. The family will hold a memorial service at a later date. The family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Albright, Phil Horton, and the staff of Medi-Home Hospice of Alleghany. Grandview Memorial Funeral Home is proudly serving the Sturgill family and if you wish, online condolences may be submitted to the family at www.grandviewfuneralhome.com.