John graduated from Lemon-Monroe High School in 1975. He served in the United States Navy from April of 1979 to October of 1984. He was a devoted father who loved his son.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his wife, Kimberly Garitson; brother, Skip Garitson.
John is survived by his son, Joseph Allen Garitson; brothers, Mark Garitson, Charlie (Debbie) Garitson, Steve Garitson; and many nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held Thursday, June 3rd, 2021 from 12-2pm at Anderson Funeral Home, 1357 E 2nd Street, Franklin, Ohio. A funeral service will begin at 2pm, with Pastor Joel Harbarger officiating. Burial will take place at Woodhill Cemetery in Franklin, Ohio. A graveside service with military honors will begin at 3pm.