Mark was born on November 17, 1948, in Beaverton, Alabama, to Rabon and Evelyn McDonald Garrison. He proudly served his country in the United States Army from April 1968 to April 1970, serving with the 7th Cavalry in Germany. Following his military service, Mark held a variety of jobs throughout his working years before concluding his career with the United States Army Corps of Engineers.
Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Rabon T. Garrison and Evelyn McDonald LeDuke; his stepmother, Verna Mae Garrison; his stepfather, Hilmon LeDuke; and his brother, Gene Donald Garrison.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Beverly Glenn Garrison; his children, Holly (George) Fitzpatrick, Kristi Menees, Misty (Scott) Yarbrough, Keith (Seana) Gentry, and Torrey (Carrie) Garrison; eleven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
He is also survived by his brothers, Jimmy (Sharon) Garrison, Ricky (Martha) Garrison, Randy (Pam) Garrison, Mike (Stephanie) Garrison, and Tim (Cindy) Garrison; his sisters, Rhonda (Mike) Gann and Carla (Mike) Satterwhite; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Visitation for Markey will be held at Sunset Funeral Home on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm followed by a Celebration of Life at 2:00 pm with his son, Torrey Garrison, officiating. Burial will take place at Sunset Memorial Park with military honors.
Pallbearers will be Scott Yarbrough, George Fitzpatrick, James Paul Horton, Cadyn Gentry, Cale Gentry, and Teagan Garrison. Honorary pallbearers will be Ray Glenn, Garrett Clark, Lin Hendrix, Glenn Miller, Gary Lett, and Agape Care Group Hospice.
The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful people who cared for Mark and showed him so much love, especially Teresa Johnson, Beth Walz, and Brenda Sikes. Their kindness, compassion, and support have meant so much to Mark and his family.
