One full year has gone by since you passed and it was the worste of my life. All of the "Firsts" are done.  "First Christmas, First Thanksgiving, First Birthday without you have passed.  Each of those special days were emotionally exhausting.  It's suppose to get easier but on the contrary, I'm getting more emotional.

Obviously, I've been using the Guest book as a Portal of communication to you.  Call it my "solace therapy".  Now, the Guest Book is closing and should be the last day for entries.  I'll continue talking to you from my heart.

Rest peacefully Dad and grasping any memories I can.

Oh yeah, GO NINERS, GO GIANTS!!!

On this day, you married a wonderful woman that lasted 51 years.  Today would have made it 52 but we know mom is still married to your soul.  She said "I married a great man.  He was so good to me and took care of everything.  I didn't have to do anything. Tata was a great man."

I won't be able follow your greatness.

Happy 52nd Anniversary!!!!

Dad....WE ALL missed you during Christmas and especially trying to bring in the New Year.   I was at work, EVERYONE, well with the exception of John and his family, was with MOM....We love and miss you so MUCH!!!!!!!   As always, meet at work, so I can keep you up on all the familia news.   But ALWAYS keep watching over ALL of US!!!!!  I will always talk to you and love you til the day I meet you at the gates for OUR WALK....OXOXOXOOXX

When the countdown hit zero and the clock struck midnight, it was emotional for some of us.  We are entering a new year but tough to let go of last.  Letting go of last year, feels like I have to let go of you.  No one is even close to this.

I did hit a Trifecta and spent with Tristan his first Christmas, first birthday, and first new year.

As we bring in the New Year, most had our spouses to kiss or significant other, but Mom, she kissed you from her heart.  Seeing her cry, breaks our hearts, but we will all be strong for her, for you, for ourselves.

Nothing happy about this so "to a new year".

Love you much,

Kenny

This was my first Christmas without you.  I remembered the Christmas when I got my first bicycle and how it arrived...you told me Rudolph's nose was huge!  I still chuckle at that.

Christmas will never be the same again.

Still.... Merry Christmas Dad!

On this day in 1941 a Great Man was born, his name, Joaquin Taitano Garrido.

Happy Birthday Dad!!!

Missing you dearly,

Kenny

HI DAD...I know its been awhile since I visited this guest book.  I just want to say "I miss YOU VERY MUCH!!!!" I have been trying to keep it together, but having a hard time since it is very close to your BIRTHDAY....   Thanksgiving Day was very hard for me, but since I TALK with YOU everyday, it helps ease my sorrow.. I know you are with US everyday & every minute & will be with US for the rest of our lives.  I just need you to continue watching over us, I know when I ask for your spirit to be with me YOU are.  I LOVE & MISS YOU WITH EVERY BREATH I TAKE!!! HAPPY belated THANKSGIVING TO THE WORLDS' BEST RESPECTED FATHER... I will chat with you again later tonight @ work..............I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH!!!!!!

Every year on this day the family eats Turkey, laughs with loved ones, and prepares for Christmas.  We tell 
eachother what we're thankful for, watch football, update everyone since our last gathering, and talk about
current events.

Today the family gathered at your resting place and said the Rosary.  I wasn't prepared for your departure so 
every "FIRST" holiday, birthday, and special event without you makes it difficult.  I can't grasp the word
"family" and your not included.

I'm thankful for the opportunity to cherish you.

Happy Thanksgiving Dad!

Hello Dad, Yesterday was Veteran's Day which makes me think of you more.  Happy Veteran's Day!

I wanted to thank you for not embarrasing my team yesterday by ending with a 'tie'.  Thank you.

Love you,

Dad, you were known as the biggest San Francisco Giants and 49ers sports enthusiast, without question.  Congratulations, the SF Giants won the World Series!!! However, this pains me as I cannot see your joy and celebration.

Great work dad, this "is" for you.

Waking me up with that early morning call, hearing your laugh as I answer "hello", then you ask "did I wake you?"  We laugh together after that question because we both know the answer, and then you say "Happy Birthday Son!!!"

Yesterday I received many birthday wishes except one of the most important...the one from you.  I didn't get that call.  I didn't hear your voice.  I didn't hear you laugh.  
It's obvious what I wished for, but it too didn't come.  So I wished myself for you.

It was the day you and mom gave me life.  It was a day we celebrate together.  It's now a day I frown instead of smile, cry instead of laugh, grieve instead of enjoy, and mourn instead of rejoice.

It's just not the same without.  I love you and miss you more than I can put into words.

Rest peacefully Dad.

I miss u too very much i remember the talks we had and all the positive things u told me and how u used to tell me i should be in the NBA it hurts to know i wont hear that any more thank u for the good times in my heart u will always remain until we meet again

If I could have that "...just one more time..."  moment, it would be to wish you well over ALL the holidays.  Happy 4th of July Dad!

Hi Dad, just wanted to let you know that I was getting ready to call you up and see if you wanted to go watch Jaedyn bowl....it's summer and all she has been doing is swimming. She is VERY DARK!  We will meet at the bowling alley.  We will look for you on the 4th of July as well, we will also light 23 sparklers for you!!!  WE LOVE AND MISS YOU VERY MUCH..  THANKS FOR LISTENING TO ME EVERY NIGHT.

Well each day is very hard, one of the most important day has came and went.  I am still trying to figure out what you wanted to say to me in the hospital, anyways I know you just wanted me there with you.  I miss you so very much.   I LOVE YOU and YOUR ALWAYS on my mind and in my HEART!!!!!!

Dad,

There was nothing "Happy" about Fathers Day because you are not here. 
A day doesn't go by that I am 
thinking about you and crying 
for you because I miss you so 
much. Tiff turned "21" last 
month and told me she was 
sad because she didn't receive 
her 6am birthday call from you.
 My "49th" birthday is today 
and I as well miss your 6am 
birthday call. You never forgot 
our birthdays, anniversary's,
 Mothers Day etc... 
All I could think about today is you dad! It's an emotional day for me because I'm
fighting back tears while at work.

I love you and miss you so much.

Eleanora

Happy Father's Day Dad.

Around 7:30 AM I get your call, "happy father's day", "happy birthday", "happy anniversary", and so on.  I got no call today, and never will again.  Tough day to celebrate without you.

Hi Dad,

Just like my brother mentioned, we did spend the day with you at Lima...   I wanted you to know that Uncle Henry and Auntie Nina and their kids were there while we did the rosary also,  Jeanie stopped by too.

My kids and I miss you so much..I dialed your phone again (pretended to dial) and just started talking, I hope you kept up with what has been going on with me.  Working at Panera Bread is killing my feet ( never sitting down), but its  a good job for now...I like it.

I was wondering if you had already put a Guam Club together yet?  Make sure they ALL come to your meetings  lol...

Well the weather has stared to get warmer, so Jaedyn has decided that she wants to read on some of the days, which I think i s great!!!

I love you and miss you VERY MUCH!!!!  

I will keep you posted on all the changes....


JO

Hi Dad,

Today is Memorial Day and the family gathered at Lima for a Memorial Tribute to you and all the fallen soldiers/veterans.  We had our typical Chamorro picnic of shrimp kelaguin, potatoe salad, ribs, fried rice, lumpia, and more.  We all missed you deeply.  Soon we'll have another GFF (Garrido Family Function) day...BBQ day in Santa Clara, then movie night at Ellie's.  Your passing has brought the family closer which is what you always inspired.  We realize and thank you for this.  It's never the same, but it's a bigger part of our lives now.

Happy Memorial Day Dad.

Love you and miss you.

Kenny

Dad, I want to wish you "Happy Easter".  This is my first without you and you were extremely missed.  It was not the same nor ever will be.  All day my thoughts were of you enjoying time with the family, and making everyone smile.   Miss you, Love you.

Dad, today again I picked up the phone to call you....I miss you so very much, I just want to hear you call my name one more time.  Not a day has went by and you weren't the first and last person I said "Good Morning and Good Night" to. Just like my brothers and sisters, I AM PROUD THAT I CALLED YOU  "MY FATHER" .  I WILL CARRY YOU IN MY HEART ALWAYS.               


JO

Dear Tata,

As you lay sleeping, we are here no hate just tears, and love.
we will be thinking about you as you are with Jesus above.

You are a good man that is always true
I want you to remember that we love you.

We shall remember thy Tata which we already know.
You also tought us how to forgive friend's, others, and foe.

I Love You,

Kenya Jr (Kentucky)

Tata, 
I don't know how many times I've sat here and tried to write an entry for you. Even sitting here now, I'm battling with myself, struggling to express how I feel and how much I love you because , I always knew that one day I'd get to tell the world how great of a grandfather you were , but I never thought it would be under these circumstances.
I'm told that to heal, you need time. ..but as each day passes I feel my heart weakening, my lungs tightening, and my eyes failing to see the reality. .. I guess I should've known. Healing from any type of pain is never easy. All  I do now is reminisce on the days when you would force me to walk on your back, you'd let me slap your tummy before taking your insulin shots, and how I'd take my fingers and trace the scar on your chest and legs while you told me how you had dodged death yet again. I guess I'm still waiting to wake up one day to Nana's praying at the crack of dawn, crawl next to you, wait for you to finish MUMBLING the rosary (because you keep dozing off) , and then listen how you got away this time .. 
but in this case, I'm the one that was left scarred. I'm the one that gets to share your story now. 

You're everything any granddaughter could've ever asked for & more.  You taught me how to love, to strive, to dream, to be strong and to never let anyone's bad attitude/habits ruin my good heart. I will forever celebrate your life. I won't mention how you are now my guardian angel, because .. well, you've always been my guardian angel, from day one. Si Yu'us Ma'ase ?
Rest in Paradise ,Save a spot for me on the beach.

Love,Dudus

Tata (Dad) My Farther In Law,
I will Miss you dearly, the laughter the jokes about Football, your smile your respect and guidance you gave me over the years. there is so much you have done for me I cant put it all in words. but I can say that I will miss you and will always love you, and as long as I keep you in my heart you will always be with me. I love you and miss you Tata! Timmie

A letter to my BELOVED TATA,
 
     Hafa, it would only be right to greet you that way.  I thought I would write you a letter in the physical form, since I cannot physically tell you, although I talk to you every day, all day.  And since you have been watching me all this time you know my heart already.  This is the most turbulent time of my life.  I FEEL LIKE DYING.  This pain in my heart is unbearable, and I wish I could spend “QUALITY TIME” with you in the clouds.  I beat myself up thinking about the times I said I would come and did not show up.  How I wish time would rewind.  How I wish I was still receiving a call asking, “TODAY OR TOMORROW”, or “WHAT ARE YOU DOING BESIDES NOTHING”.  I would give anything to HEAR YOUR VOICE.  I would give you my heart if I had the chance, so you can still be with the FAMILY THAT LOVES YOU SOOOO MUCH.  This pain is unbearable, and the only thing that keeps me strong is the MEMORIES OF MY GARRIDO, and my NANA.  It is those memories that feel me with the BLISTERING WARMTH, that in my mind I can STILL TALK TO YOU AND HEAR YOUR VOICE.  And it is in those MEMORIES that suck the life out of me and make me wish GOD could take me with you.  HOW MY HEART ACHES FOR MY TATA.  I sometime hate going to sleep because I know when I wake up you are not there.  MY NANA IS KEEPING ME STRONG.  HER STREANGHT IS THE KEY TO MY SURVIVAL.  I FIND COMFORT IN BEING WITH HER ALL DAY.  IT GIVES ME A PIECE OF HOPE THAT IN BEING SO CLOSE WITH HER, I AM CLOSER TO YOU.  Your family misses you soooo much. WE ARE NOT THE SAME WITHOUT OUR TATA or at least I am not.  I told you, a long time ago; if you die take me with you because I will surely die.  THIS PAIN IS UNBEARABLE.  But I know that is not what you want.  Since you went home, I see what your MASTER PLAN for me is, what you have been TEACHING and TRAINING me to do all these years.  You trained me to do the things you did, in the mannerisms that you did them in.  With LOVE, INTELLIGENCE, AND PRIDE.  “THINK, THINK, THINK Umbi' Boy, Use that Noggin”.  My how I wish lessons could still be learned, and recycling and Costco trips could still be made.  You passing is like my legs being swepped from under me and forever free-falling into a vast nothingness.  I LEARNED THAT YOU WERE MY HEART. 
 One thing you always told me.  ALWAYS BE STRONG AND NEVER LET THEM SEE YOU TIRED OR WEAK, HOLD YOU HEAD UP HIGH AND PUT THAT CHEST IN THE AIR.  I WILL FOR MY TATA. I WILL HOLD THAT HEAD UP HIGH AND THROW THAT CHEST IN THE AIR.  I AM A GARRIDO. YOU MADE SURE THAT LAST NAME STUCK TO MY BIRTH CERTIFICATE.  AS PROUD AS I MADE YOU AS A GRANDFATHER, I AM MORE PROUD THAT I CAN BEAR YOUR NAME FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE.  THAT IS WHAT KEEPS ME MOTIVATED TO WAKE UP.  KNOWING I HAVE THE HONOR OF HAVING THE SAME LAST NAME AS…………………….JOAQUIN TAITANO GARRIDO……………………………Thank you for that honor.  I will PROUDLY carry the GARRIDO name for the rest of my life.  And speaking of names TATA, you somehow find a way to teach me all the time.  I did a little research on the most IMPORTANT PERSON I EVER KNOWN, and found out what ALL of your names mean.  But I put together an acronym of your name and words that meant GREAT IMPORTANCE to me that I felt you attributed to my life.
 


Joy – Great delight; pleasure; happiness

Outstanding – Well known; important; excellent

Amazing – Surprise; astonish greatly

Quality – Degree of excellence

Ultimate – Greatest; farthest; highest

Intellect – A person possessing great powers of the mind

Nurturing – Care for and encourage the growth or development of; cherish
 
        
        Joy is what you brought to my life, and still do with our memories. They are the best I will ever have.
 Outstanding; you were an outstanding (AWESOME) grandfather, friend, person, mentor, hero, teacher, and now ANGEL.  (YOU TRULY WERE MY EVERYTHING)
 Amazing; you were nothing short of AMAZING all the time.  How you always taught me something in an amazing way.  (AND STILL ARE, funny how you work GARRIDO)
 Quality; everything you did was of the highest quality, you never spared at any expense, if it was done by MY TATA it would always be the best.  And “QUALITY TIME” is all you every wanted with me, how I wish we could still spend that time together.
 Ultimate; you are my ULTIMATE………..EVERYTHING. You took me to the most ultimate places and did the most ultimate things with me.  I WILL NEVER HAVE ANOTHER.
 Intellect; You know that speaks for itself.  How I miss you always quizzing Wayne, Chino, and I, not to prove that you were smarter, (which we all know that you still are) but to make YOUR BOYS sharper and wiser. (And I thank you for still giving me that wisdom)
 Nurturing;  You were the best nurturer I had and still have( I feel you with me, still nurturing) my how you would never quit me. (I LOVE YOU SOO MUCH TATA)
 But what I learned that was factual about your names were;  JOAQUIN is Spanish that is derived from the Hebrew name Yehoyakim, which means GOD HAS GRANTED, and derived from that is Joachim which is also Hebrew and means, GOD WILL ESTABLISH, which brings us to your name. JOAQUIN means GOD WILL ESTABLISH, which he did.  He established an AWESOME human being that established and AWESOME family.  He established the ULTIMATE TATA.  He established the BEST PERSON I have ever known.  JOAQUIN or Joachim was also the GRANDFATHER of Jesus, and the Father of the Virgin Mary, and was considered the forbearer of the Messiah.  Joaquin also means:  LIFTED BY JAHWE; THE LORD EXHAULTS; GOD GIVES STREANGTH.  That is exactly what he did; GOD LIFTED YOU INTO HIS PRESENCE BECAUSE IT WAS HIS TURN TO BASQUE IN YOUR LOVE AND AMAZINGNESS:  THE LORD EXHALTED YOU THROUGH US AND WE ALL WERE BLESSED TO PARTAKE IN YOUR GLORY:  AND GOD GAVE YOU THE STREANGTH MANY, MANY, MANY TIMES OVER TO BE HERE WITH YOU FAMILY.  AND NOW I ASK GOD TO GIVE ME JOAQUIN STREANGHT. (I KNOW YOU LIKE THAT ONE GARRIDO)  I NEED IT EVER SOO MUCH now in this period of time in my life.
 I also learned, which you told me before what TAITANO means.  And TAITANO is a compound word of ancient Chamorro dialect.  Tai- means “non” or “no”.  Tanu- means “land” or “earth”, and in literal translation it means “The Landless”.  Which you had already taught me, and stated specifically, “THE MAN OF NO LAND”.
 Then that brings us to our last name GARRIDO, which is Spanish and means when it is as a last name; Elegant, Handsome, and Comely.  My you were the MOST ELEGANT HANDSOME MAN I HAVE EVER LAID EYES UPON.  WHAT A FITTING NAME FOR THE GREATEST HUMAN EVER.
 I also learned that JOAQUIN as a first name means; CUTE, HOT, WANTED, LOVED, and ENVIED.  I do have to admit with your shortness and big ‘ol round stomach, you were the cutest TATA ever.  That is all my Jasmyne use to say when you would come walking down the hall of your apartment.  “He's the cutest ever.”  As you would open the door and pull up you pants.  You were always hot with that belly and always wanted the air or fan on, so that is also fitting.  And you were always wanted at all the parties so now I know why you were on the go so much, and now YOUR WIFE, FAMILY AND FRIENDS WANT YOU MORE THAN EVER.  NEED YOU MORE THAN EVER.  You were always LOVED and you know that, But maybe if not definitely you are LOVED MORE THAN EVER NOW, and I know that is making your journey hard for you.  BECAUSE I KNOW AND FEEL YOU STILL WANT TO BE HERE PHYSICALLY WITH US.  I KNOW YOU WERE NOT READY AND DID NOT WANT TO LEAVE.  BUT GOD NEEDED AND WANTED YOU.  IT IS HIS TIME NOW TO LOOK UPON HIS ANGEL.  Which brings us to ENVIED, GOD ENVIED YOUR AWSOMENESS THAT HE CREATED, AND HOW WE LOOKED UPON YOU AND WANTED HIS TIME, AND GOD AND YOU BOTH DESERVE IT.
 In Spanish your name means; SOMEONE WHO IS OF IMMENSE STRENGTH.
 An analysis of you name said; your mind is quick to comprehend and you can be depended upon to do any job well.  You are direct and straight to the point.
 My, how MY TATA is so fitting of the name JOAQUIN.  And since TAITANO means the “LANDLESS”, you own the land to my heart and forever will. And there is nothing more handsome than an AWESOME TATA.
 Well Tata, this brings us to the end of my letter just wanted you to what I been up to and how I have been handling things, although I know you already know, because you are with me every day, so  I left certain things out that I know you see.  But wanted you to know how proud I am to be your grandson and just hope I make you as proud as I will always and forever be of………………………………………….....MY JOAQUIN TAITANO GARRIDO………..
 Sincerely, ALWAYS AND FOREVER WITH ALL MY LOVE
   Your #1 Ham, Jermaine Anthony Garrido-Watson

Peace I leave with you; my Peace I give you.
I do not give to you as the world gives. 
Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not
be afraid. (John 14:27 NIV)

To my Garrido family,

Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
I think about you all so often and hope you all know how dear you all mean to me. Your father was a "special" man and will never be forgotten. He shall live in your hearts forever. 
God bless you all, I love you!!!!

"Dad" as I and many would refer him as with his kindness and smile that touched my heart everytime. You are very missed but know that he is in a better place now. Thank you "Dad" for making me laugh and treating me like Family. To Mom, El, Jo and Connie and the rest of the Garrido Family...you are all in my prayers..know that God will always see us through. Love Always *Mimi Grepo* (San Jose, CA)

Every day i wake up and i expect this to just be a dream but i know your watching over me and im truly blessed to have one of the greatest Angels looking over me and my Family. Thinking of You ALWAYS

Dear Auntie Connie and Family,  Uncle Ken was an amazing man.  He was always welcoming, loving and kind to Tyra and I and we love him very much.  It's evident in the entire Garrido family that he imparted the precious gift of Love and R.A.R. (Respect, Attitude & Responsibility).  He was truly a good man who is now seated with Jesus.  We love you!  Laura and Tyra

To my Uncle, you have been the greatest uncle all my life, I've always remember the time when you lived across the street, Those were memories that I've liked. To the Garrido Family I will always be here. Love Joey

To one of my best uncles I had in my life!  Uncle Kin (Ding), You will never, ever be forgotten.

Love,
Your nephew Frank (Kiko) Joseph Taijeron

Uncle Kin, We will always remember your big heart, sense of humor, funny jokes, laughter and that feeling of family you brought to everyone.  You will be missed!  Rest in paradise until we meet again.  All our love, Dennis & Jennifer Cruz and family

We our sorry for the loss of the Coach.  He will be deeply missed not only by your family but ours also.  Leon, Nora, Brenadine and Charles  The Sachkar Family (Milpitas Ca)

Our Tata is quite simply a beautiful man inside and out. He is incredibly giving and loves us all very much. He always gives of himself and he puts his family first. He is funny and sweet and makes us laugh even now. He touches our lives daily. 

Our Tata is still all these things today because he is alive in heaven with our Lord and Savior, Christ Jesus.
 
So Father please tell Tata everything we just said and how much we love and miss him and that we can't wait to see him again. I ask this in the name of Jesus.

Severino, Sonia, Sevanthony & Joseph

I will miss him dearly, he was always a person that i always ask anything quesetions on auto body. Uncle will alway be in my heart.

Uncle Kin, thanks for genuinely always making us feel welcome in your home.

I loved my Uncle Ken.....He was a good and loving man....He would do anything for anyone!!!...He had an enormous heart!!!
We will dearly miss him and our prayers to Auntie Connie and the kids...
God Bless my Uncle Ken, may he rest in peace!!!

To the Garrido Family: Mr. Garrido was a wonderful friend and a great person who will truly be missed.  I spent alot of time with him when we both worked at LAX.  We would have lunch often and chat about family and old times.  Words cannot describe how much I will miss him.  It's like losing one of my own parents.  He could always be counted on for good advice.

To My Garrido Family, I have known you now for 36 years and my most memorable moments of Uncle Ken were when he and Auntie Connie would religiously attend the Milpitas High Girls basketball games when Ellie and I played.  They were always there and Uncle Ken always had words of advice for me. He would always ask about my kids and family and would always attend all the kids sporting events.  Uncle Ken and Auntie Connie were inseparable.  They were always together and this was so special to me.  I will always remember Uncle Ken and what a kind and giving man he was.  I am thinking about you and praying for you.  I love you all.

To our uncle Din Din (Joaquin Taitano Garrido), words cannot express of what we feel, dreams cannot explain of what we wish for, only God's blessings and promises can comfort us knowing that one day our words and our dreams will be together again as you are now with my mom and the rest of our family. We love you and cherish the special times that we spent together as I grew up in my life, and to my auntie and the rest of the Garrido's, all of you are strongly and very deeply deared in my heart. Your nephew, Gary (Kawai), Claudia, Mailekanoelani and Willow Garrido.

Dad,

A very kind, helpful, loving spirit and devoted family man. The love and respect that you provided to all of us and those who crossed your path will always be remembered. 

When God made dad's he labeled mine, this one's just for you. No other dad can measure up to you. God gave the best DAD to ME!

I miss you SO MUCH dad. You will always be in my heart and never forgotten.
I love you.

Eleanora

Uncle Kin, we don't think of you as gone away,your journey's just begun.  We think of you as resting from the sorrows and the tears in a place of warmth and comfort where there are no days and years.  Know that you are living in the hearts of those you've touched, for nothing loved is ever lost.  Uncle Kin you are loved so very much...

Pauline and Paris Cruz (Las Vegas, NV)

Growing up, Tata was always sick.  He's had his complications but I didn't know any better.  I was still young and "in heat".  Every now and then He would get sicker for a bit, but eventually He'd get better and things went back to what we Garrido's call "normal".  This happened many times in my life and it only seemed as if Tata would live forever.  You'd always think that no matter what, Tata would bounce back.  

When you love something or someone so much, and you always have them there; you never think of life without them.  Not for a second, not for a glimmer.  It just seems surreal.  I can remember like it was yesterday where he finished watching me have baseball practice and taking me home afterwards.  

It just hasn't hit me yet.  Maybe it will, maybe it won't.  Either way, just to have such a thought of him not here is heart wrenching.  Wounds heal, scars fade, but love for your family is just a bond that cannot be broken; nor tampered with.  

My reality hasn't set in, but I hope it's as kind to me as my Tata was.  Because of the places I've been, and the things I had to do; I'm not religious, I do not have a belief in a superior being.  But if such a thing exists, I hope your there BBQ'ing right next to him/her Tata or across the poker table taking their money!  Rest in Paradise Garrido.  

Until I Colapse, 
Your Marine Grandson  
Semper Fi!

Si Yu'us ma'ase, 
Thank you Lord for having such a beautiful person in my life, the many priceless moments shared with Uncle Kin, the many memories I will not forget, His Priceless smile (you can't see his eyes when he does this). The many stories of Guam and our family.  In my heart a special place remains for my favorite Uncle you will definately be missed. May the Lord care for you now as you have served him well here. Kiss Nana, Tata, Aunty Kita and Mom for me. Thank you for all your love and kindness. Love Valeriano Garrido

It has been an honor and a blessing to have had you as a father in law. Thank you for the kindness you showed me as I became part of your family. I will alway carry you in my heart. 
 
 
Loving you forever

Hi Tata,
 
It's me Subebeling!  But you already know that because as I sit here writing you, I feel your presence surrounding me.  It is hard to imagine you are gone.  We were not prepared or ready for you to leave, but I know in my heart you are in a better place and your spirit is with us.  We can't see you, but the best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen, nor touched, but are felt in the heart.  I want you to know you are a “Good Man” and I am blessed to have known you.  You showed no hate, anger or passed judgment on anyone.  You are one of the most caring and loving man I know.  I couldn't have asked for a better father in law who showed me nothing but love and kindness.  You treated me like your own.  You were always there for everyone and no task was ever too much for you.  You will truly be missed and forever engraved in my heart.  I love you Tata!   
 
Shortly after you reached heaven, I received your message below.  
 
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.
I'm closer to you now, more than ever.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Love Tata

A Time for Everything

 1 There is a time for everything, 
   and a season for every activity under the heavens:
 2 a time to be born and a time to die, 
   a time to plant and a time to uproot, 
 3 a time to kill and a time to heal, 
   a time to tear down and a time to build, 
 4 a time to weep and a time to laugh, 
   a time to mourn and a time to dance, 
 5 a time to scatter stones and a time to gather them, 
   a time to embrace and a time to refrain from embracing, 
 6 a time to search and a time to give up, 
   a time to keep and a time to throw away, 
 7 a time to tear and a time to mend, 
   a time to be silent and a time to speak, 
 8 a time to love and a time to hate, 
   a time for war and a time for peace.

Best Friend  Forever, 

     Your in my heart all the time and everyday.You used to be a great grandpa but now your leaving me, mommy, and your wonderful, greatful, wife you might miss but I know your going to miss all of your grandsons, granddaughter,great-grandsons and Nana is so cute just like you.And your brother Uncle Tono looks just like you  but I cant take your face because your smile looks just like your heart.

Loving Dindin

i stayed up all night watching movies with my two best friends, one of them being diamond garrido. we were so tired we all fell asleep right there on the couch. i woke up to tata garrido tip-toeing around with his wife trying not to wake us. when i opened my eyes he told me to stay asleep & that he & his wife are going to very quietly make us breakfast. quietly was the complete opposite of what happened. there were dishes clacking, water boiling, plates clinking, water running... but i was excited for the guamanian feast he was preparing for us. after a while they tip-toed over and whispered that the food was done. i jumped up an excitement. my friend and i looked around the kitchen confused where all the food was. then finally we opened a boiler. we found our luxorious breakfast that all the commotion was made for-WHITE RICE!! 

i will hold on to every memory of him, as everyone else should as well. he was a wonderful man. ive never been around two people so in love as he was to his wife. 

anyone you have ever came across was some how touched by you, because i was. you were truly a blessing. i remember your smile when you leaned over proud to tell me of the food you prepared. your heart was so big. ill never forget your smile.

we all love you & miss you dearly.

i want to thank the garrido&tyler family for accepting me and inviting me into your family. you always made me feel so welcome. god bless you all. & i am so sorry for your loss.

Dear Tata,
    
          I miss you so so much I never got to dance with you. You use to be a laugher and was so happy, laughable, funny, handsome, cute, and so smart.

Sincerly your loving granddaughter DinDin

Tata,

Im so blessed to have had the best grandfather anyone could have be given. I thank god for everyday he gave me with you and I know that your are now watching us in every aspect of our lives. I know you will be with me on every great accomplishment I achieve in my life; from my wedding day to the birth of my kids. I know you will be there just as you have been in the past. Thank you for always keeping me on my toes and making sure i didn't get FAT. I love you and you are the BEST Tata!!!

You are with me ALWAYS & FOREVER.

I love you!!!
Your number one granddaughter ;p

"How great are his signs, how mighty are his wonders, his kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and his dominion is from generation to generation."
-Daniel 4:3

Porcia-Rae

My Dear Favorite Uncle Kin, 
Even though the ocean separated us, you were and will always be in my heart. I will always cherish the moments we spent together. They were always happy and fun. I loved asking you questions about Guam and the stories of Nana. The one thing that comforts me in this time is the fact that family is forever, you will always be my favorite uncle, and one day will shall meet again. I love you with all my heart! Me ke aloha pau'ole (With everlasting love) Felicita

Uncle Kin, you were one of the greatest men I knew and I am so blessed that I got that chance every time when I seen you to be in your presence.. Your laughter and smile brought joy to those around you, and your humble heart shared upon each and every one of us. You were always so welcoming and always there for me whenever I was down as well as Auntie Connie.. I always remember every time you walked into the door, always greeted with a big smile and hug along with a "HAFA ADAI!" You mean so much to me and became the closest thing to a grandpa when mine passed.. But I know your doing better and you'll always be in my heart along with being by each of our sides.. Another great angel added to the Lord's kingdom, and I know your smiling, laughing, playing poker, and bbq'n up there with my tata. Take care until we meet again (: We love you

- Carinna, Efi, and Kalea

You have my sincere condolences on the loss of your father/grandfather and I want to thank the Garrido family for welcoming me into your wonderful family. Not only am I blessed to be part of a loving and caring family, but for the years I was able to spend with Mr. Garrido. He was the most wise, happy-go-lucky man I've ever met with a great sense of humor. He will be forever in my heart and prayers. I LOVE YOU GARRIDO FAMILY!!

Tata, I first want to thank you for everything you have done for our family.  You have sincerely and deeply touched the lives of every single one of your children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and most importantly, your wife.  Your open heart allowed you to touch many other lives surround by you, giving them the opportunity to keep you in their hearts.  I must say, I will miss our Costco runs together and you always talking about my big hips.  I am glad to have many memories like those spent with you and I pray that those memories of us together give me strength to stay strong.  Not a day will go by where I don't think about or miss you.

You will be,

Forever missed
Forever remembered
Forever in my heart
Forever with me
Forever loved

You are always in my thoughts

I love you Tata

Respect, Attitude, Responsibility. Words of wisdom from my heart and hero. I saw you as my Tata the one to confide in who never turned you down, there to make you laugh when needed...to you we were your best friends, the ones to carry tradition and your motto. I will always love you forever! Everyday I hear your voice wether its a whisper of I love you or a shout from watching your teams, but I carry you inside me through mind, body, and soul. I hear you saying to me everyday "today or tomorrow" thinking that there will always be tomorrow, or how fat I am because you reminded me everyday but I take after your eating habits lol. Everyday when I make something of myself I don't just do it for me, but for you. Love you forever Tata.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.  Much love, Julie Betts/Casey Pitagara

Dad,

I miss talking to you every day.  Yes, I am still doing nothing besides getting fat.

This void in my heart will only be filled with my memories of you.  I will continue to call you everyday and look forward to our walks we did every weekend.  Remember, I let you win when we raced to the elevator, (you always had a head start).  I love you and I will try to take care of my Mom as good as you did.  You can never be replaced, you are MY HERO!!!  The Wind Beneath my Wings!!!  So get plenty of sleep, because when I see you again, we are going walking.  Just meet me at the gate!!

Your Baby Girl,

Jo

The team at Aspect was very pleased to listen to the stories of the life of Joaquin. It gives us all an understanding of the person. His life should be reflected upon in a very positive light. The world needs more Joaquins!!
Thank you for including us in his celebration of life.

There are not enough words to describe our father, Joaquin. To the many lives he has touched, we should be honored and blessed to have met him. He is the kind of person that we can only hope to be in our journey through life. We must cherish the life and joy we have been given and pray that we can even display half of the kindness and respect that our father has bestowed upon us. May we all have the courage to walk a similar path. It is an honor to be a son to this man and even a greater honor to call him DAD.

To Nana & the Garrido Families~ Our deepest condolences to each of you.  Mr. Garrido (aka Tata) was one of the most loving and kindest souls we have ever crossed paths with in life.  His heart was so big and his love so great.  He would brighten every room he'd walk into with his humor and now he will brighten the skies with his shinning star.   I am so grateful to have known him for 27 years!  "Hafa" Mr. Garrido and may God rest your soul.

Gwen, Henry, Tyler, Nicholas and Kaitlene~ Cruz

To my Dad,

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I will always love you. You will never be forgotten. As I walk through life, my heart will forever be full with all the love and laughter that you have instilled in me. I am truly blessed by you and my Mom.

With all my heart,
Connie

To my dearest Dad, Joaquin Taitano Garrido

Because of your love, kindness, hospitality, joyfulness, passion, dedication and enduringness, GOD has called you into his kingdom at such a young age. 

Raising me from a baby, to a child, to a man, your greatness cannot be replaced, it can only be followed. Your wealth is not judged by money in your pockets, but by the ones whom loved, cared, and respected you during your time on earth. For this, you are a rich man.

I miss you deeply, and will cherish our memories everyday of my life. We will meet again in GOD's Kingdom of Heaven.

You already know I'm thankful for everything you taught me and showed me but there is one thing I need to thank you for. I thank you for my life, and I am blessed to be your son.

I LOVE YOU.

Your youngest child (Neni),
Kenneth Garrido

To my dearest Dad, Joaquin Taitano Garrido

Because of your love, kindness, hospitality, joyfulness, passion, dedication and enduringness, GOD has called you into his kingdom at such a young age.  

Raising me from a baby, to a child, to a man, your greatness cannot be replaced, it can only be followed.  Your wealth is not judged by money in your pockets, but by the ones whom loved, cared, and respected you during your time on earth.  For this, you are a rich man.

I miss you deeply, and will cherish our memories everyday of my life. We will meet again in GOD's Kingdom of Heaven.

I can be thankful for everything you taught me and showed me but there is one thing I need to thank you for.  I thank you for my life, and I am blessed to be your son.

I LOVE YOU.

Your youngest son, Kenneth Garrido.

Mrs Garrido and Family - losing a loved one is never easy so words alone cannot do anything to minimize your loss.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.  Stay strong.

The Bolles Family

Go NINERS!  You were truly a faithful NINER fan!  You will be missed!

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Garrido family.  
He will always be remembered, he was a true friend to our family. He will be missed!

Dear Nina & Familia,

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of great loss.  Nino made the world a better place with the love in his heart.  He was a good man, a wonderful man.  We feel blessed to have reconnected with Nino this past year.  My Mom & many relatives on Guam & here in the States offer their love and prayers for Nino & family.

Our prayer for Nino from Book of Numbers 6:24-26
"The Lord bless you and keep you!
The Lord let his face shine upon you and be gracious to you!
The Lord look upon you kindly and give you peace!"

Love always,
James & Jane Manibusan

tata, u will be greatly missed. If it wasn't for U &your family my childhood would of been a mess even more so. I love u from the bottom of my heart& will dearly miss everything about u.I will be standing in tomorrow for my mother Miss Emily Mora & my Father Mr Mark Magee watch over all of us up there k,& we will all watch over Nana Muah love Leticia R Mora

Nina and Family,

Our heart felt and deepest condolences. After reconnecting with the both of you 5 years ago, Nino would give me a call just to make sure that I was doing ok. Here I am at my age and to have the pleasure of my godparents at my side is special.  I will surely miss hearing Nino's voice.  Take Care Nina.  Lots of Love..

We were so sorry to hear of your loss.  The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

To this day he's never missed my baseball games, baseball practices, or football games.  He was the first to show up and last to leave.  Win or lose;  "Aye Boy, Want me to buy you Mcdonald?".  To ice the coconut, I've never beat him at arm wrestling or push-ups......Tata, you will be missed dearly and never will be forgotten..

Tata, thank you for everything. You have impacted our lives in the best way possible with the time you were with us. From a simple joke to a life story, you had our attention. You always had this warm and welcoming presence about you, the way you greeted someone you have not seen in a while. The one greeting that was so inviting, a where the heck have you been, it is good to see you, "HEY!" You showed us the important things in life: God, family, food and the 49ers. You have showed us what love really is through loving Nana. You are the greatest example of what a husband, father and grandfather should be. You and Nana were always the ones we looked for first at every gathering and every party, to see your smile, hear your laugh, feel your arms wrapped around us. We know one day we will see you again, but until then you will always be forever engraved into our hearts and lives. Thank you for all the best memories. You always knew how to make them. We know you are with us. Tata, we love you and miss you so much. Oh yeah and Tata... 4 x 4?

Our condolences go out to the Garrido family. Mr. Garrido will be missed.

Family Garrido,
With my condolences with the loss of your
love one. I will miss ken as a neighbor he is wonderful and nice guy. I will miss
him on Thursday night bingo and casino
trips.

Love Always,
wally and zeny salazar

Auntie Connie & Family:

I am so sorry for the loss of Uncle Ken, he will be missed very much.  I will always remember him from the time I was growing up to present.  He will always be in our hearts and thoughts, I am so very sorry that we are not able to make it to California for the funeral.  Love and miss you all very much.

Rosita, Maria Kristina, Avion, Anyah & Avery
Castro & Frias Family

We are very proud to have known Kin as a fellow officer of Sacred Heart Organization and particularly as a friend.  He and his dear wife, Connie, are very dear to our hearts.  We will miss him very much.  Our love and condolences to "mom" and all the family.  Evelyn and Ruth

We are very proud to have known him and his dear wife, Connie, as  fellow officers of the Sacred Heart Organization and particularly as friends.  We will miss him very much and will keep him and "mom" and the family in our prayers.  Our love and condolences to all, Evelyn and Ruth.

ALWAYS AND FOREVER YOUR BIGGEST FAN AND BESTFRIEND. YOU WILL NEVER LEAVE ME. I LOVE YOU GARRIDO.

Respect, Attitude, and Responsibility.  I will live by these words forever Tata.  You will remain in my mind, heart, and soul forever Garrido.  I know no man better than you and you have and forever will remain my HERO.  Thank you for all of my blessed years of you being my Grandfather, Bestfriend, Mentor.  My EVERYTHING.  I will do everything in my power to continue your Garrido legacy of LOVE AND RESPECT.  I will cherish all of our memories, as you cherished your wife, with the upmost honor, respect and importance, and take care of her as you did.  You are my HERO, you are EVERYTHING I hope to become, and because of you I am a better man.  THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, JOAQUIN TAITANO GARRIDO, TATA, BESTFRIEND, LEADER, MENTOR, EVERYTHING.    Please look down on me everyday, and lecture me all night as I dream of you. I LOVE YOU GARRIDO and adios.  YOU ARE MY ANGEL.

OBITUARY

Joaquin Kin Taitano Garrido

November 28, 1941 – January 23, 2012

Lima Family Milpitas-Fremont Mortuary and Cedar Lawn Cemetery

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