George Davis Garland, 75, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, near Wheatland.
George Garland was born on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Douglas Lavern and Carmen Elaine (Warren) Garland.
George was reared and educated in Chicago, where he graduated from Chicago Vocational High School. He was later drafted into the United States Navy and proudly served during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, George attended college in California. On April 28, 1973, he married Debbi, beginning a lifelong partnership built on love and devotion.
George went on to work for the United States Customs Service, dedicating 25 years of service before retiring. After his retirement, he held various jobs before moving to Wheatland to care for his mother. It was during this time that George fell in love with Wyoming and the life it offered. While living in Wheatland, he worked alongside his sister and her family at Pit Crew BBQ.
George was a faithful member of Memorial Baptist Church and an active member of VFW Post 3558 and American Legion Post 10. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, woodworking, welding, watching John Wayne movies, and cheering on the Chicago Bears. Above all, George was known for his love of storytelling and the way he shared his life experiences with those around him.
George is survived his daughters, Terri (Robert) Uballe, Tobi (AJ) Reimer, Jeanine Garland (Will), and Ginger (Ethan) Chau; grandchildren, Shay Jamil, Saima Jamil, Kristin Mathis, Makayla (Sergio) Mathis, Alisha (Kyle) Recklein, Aaron Reimer, Nolan Chau and Ava Chau; great-grandchildren, Alexander Montiel, Dewson Montiel, and Alfonso Mendoza; sister, Nancy (Craig) Cagle; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Debbi Garland; daughter, Jennifer; father, Douglas Lavern Garland; mother, Carmen Elaine Garland; and sister, Carmen Roche.
The Gorman Funeral Homes – Platte Chapel of Wheatland are in charge of the arrangements.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.gormanfh.com.
