Emma Lou Garrison Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Emma Lou Garrison (Marion, Illinois), whose life came to an end on May 9, 2026 at the age of 84, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Clarence Kobler and Jerry Kobler; her husband James T. Garrison; her brother Freddy Dale Kobler; and her sister-in-law Kim Kobler.

She is survived by: her children, Tatia Strang (Mitch) and Jared Garrison; her grandchildren, Jesse Strang (Courtney) and Josie Strang; her great grandchildren, Gracelyn and Maggie; her siblings, Jerald Kobler, Carl Kobler and Debbie Waldrop (Kevin); her sister-in-law Kay Church; her nephews, Bart Church, Rhett Kobler (Ashley), Justin Waldrop (Ashley), Bryan Waldrop (Jamie) and Trey Waldrop (Kasey); and her niece Janell Litton (Clayton). She is also survived by many other relatives and dear friends.

In lieu of flowers the family requests with gratitude that memorial donations be made in her honor to Hospice of Southern Illinois or Community of Christ Church.