Hugh Franklin Garrett

Garrett, Hugh Franklin, 70, of Knoxville TN, passed away on Tuesday, October 13th following a brief illness. He was a retired bus driver, avid coin collector, motorcycle enthusiast, loved music, and had visited all of the continental United States. He attended New Beverly Baptist Church. Hugh was preceded in death by parents, Rev. Ancil and Ruth Garrett; sister, Velma Garrett; and grandparents. He is survived by his daughter, Mary Garrett (Shawn) Collins; son, Matthew (Sherri) Garrett; five grandchildren; three great grandchildren; sister, Joyce Garrett (Ron) Porritt. The family will receive friends from 6:00pm-7:00pm on Friday October 16, 2020 at Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City Chapel. A Celebration of Life service will follow with Rev. Eddie Sawyer officiating. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone NC 28607, or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be made at www.mynattfh.com. Arrangements under the direction of Mynatt Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.