James Garner Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Garner of Powell, Tennessee, born in Seymour, Tennessee, who passed away on October 22, 2025, at the age of 43, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his grandmother Louise Garner; his aunt Barbara Robbins (Garner); and his parents-in-law, Claire Barnette and Randy Barnette. He is survived by: his friend Dustin York; his wife Leighann Garner; his children, Emma Shae Garner, Reagan Claire Garner and Spencer Cole Garner; his parents, James Garner and Polly Garner of Seymour; his grandmother Louray Tipton of Jones Cove; his sisters, Kandi Strong (Keith) of Maryville and Kristin Williams (Chris) of Jefferson City; his uncle Robert Garner (Patti); his cousin Andy Garner; his brother-in-law Josh Barnette (Delores); his siblings' children, Kaitlyn Messer, Lorali Williams, Sarah Barnette, Enoch Williams and Zachry Barnette (Sydney); his great-nephews, Mason and Brady Barnette; his close friends, Nick MacPherson, David "Cuz" Alford and John Higareda; his friend Robert Summers; Robin Smith (Matt) and Steve Marrow.
A reception was held on Monday, October 27th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Berry Highland South (9010 Simpson Rd, Knoxville, TN 37920).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made two future education expenses of Birt's children.
