Axel Conrad Garberg

10/07/1943 — 08/04/2004

From Benton, City, WA, US | Born in Superior, Wisconsin

Axel Conrad Garberg

Axel C. Garberg rolled out with the thunder and created lightning as he joined the others above early Tuesday morning, August 3, 2004.

Axel was born to Vern B. and Vivian Garberg on October 7, 1943, in Superior, Wisconsin.  On August 23, 1963, Axel married his high school sweetheart, Tonya Day.

He worked construction for 20 years as a laborer.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and four-wheeling.  He spent the previous 10+ years growing cherries.

Axel is survived by Tonya; four sons, Vernon F. Garberg, his wife, Kathy and daughters, Carmen and Wendy; Tony T. Garberg and wife, Jodi and daughter, Jordon; A. Scott Garberg, and Gib D. Garberg, DC; sisters, Verna Lee Prochy Andy and son, Greg; Lila Gardner Doug, son, Benjamin, daughter, Alicia and her husband, Jess; Billie Dawkins Kevin son and daughter, Michael and Katlan; brothers, James Michael Joyce Carla and Michael; Benjamin Don Sheri; Dennis Ray Lisa Hillary, Marisa, Lexie and Charles.

“Gramps” will be remembered by all for his generous heart, his care packages when family was ill, the predicaments he got himself into, hunting stories, his love for his family, his laughter, ornery nature, his  “well taken care of” granddaughters, and his sidekick, Minnie.

Friends and family are welcome to join a celebration of Axel’s life on Saturday, August 14, 2004, at 2:00 p.m. for a potluck dinner at the Benton City American Legion.

Donations may be made in Axel Garberg’s name to the American Heart Association, 1280 S. Parker Rd., Denver, CO 80231.

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  • Axel was quite a guy..Larry got to know him when they worked together while Axel was in contstruction, and of course, I knew him from living in Benton City and going to good ol’ Ki-Be..Patsy McNutt

    We both are deeply saddened to learn of his passing..Both Larry and I know you, the family, are reeling in the most difficult feeling of loss and disbelief..Please know, you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time..

    We would have loved to join you, his family and his friends the 14th..due to our own family commitment,we will just send along this condolense and heartfelt sympathy..

    Axel was always bigger than life itself and we will fondly remember his gentle kind spirit..

    Love and sympathy,

    Patsy and Larry Morgan

    Larry & Patsy Morgan
    November 4, 2014
    Richland, WA, US
  • Tonya,

    I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    Ruth

    Ruth Holesworth
    November 4, 2014
    kennewick, WA, US
  • I am so sorry to lose such a good friend.You will always be in my thoughts because you were a good and kind person and friend..I will think of you when I eat a “Pork Hock”..Love EthelJuanita

    Juanita Varnes
    November 4, 2014
    pasco, WA, US
  • Axel, you are a true friend and will forever be in my memories you left so soon with no chance to say goodby.But I guess that is the way you wanted it.

    Our times together was always fun and meaningful.I shall miss you dearly and our hunting memories will never be forgotten.You were a kind and giving person to the end.

    I love you buddy.

    Mack Varnes

    Mack Varnes
    November 4, 2014
    Pasco, WA, US
  • Axel was quite a guy..Larry got to know him when they worked together while Axel was in contstruction, and of course, I knew him from living in Benton City and going to good ol’ Ki-Be..Patsy McNutt

    We both are deeply saddened to learn of his passing..Both Larry and I know you, the family, are reeling in the most difficult feeling of loss and disbelief..Please know, you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time..

    We would have loved to join you, his family and his friends the 14th..due to our own family commitment,we will just send along this condolense and heartfelt sympathy..

    Axel was always bigger than life itself and we will fondly remember his gentle kind spirit..

    Love and sympathy,

    Patsy and Larry Morgan

    Larry & Patsy Morgan
    November 4, 2014
    Richland, WA, US
  • Tonya,

    I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    Ruth

    Ruth Holesworth
    November 4, 2014
    kennewick, WA, US
  • I am so sorry to lose such a good friend.You will always be in my thoughts because you were a good and kind person and friend..I will think of you when I eat a “Pork Hock”..Love EthelJuanita

    Juanita Varnes
    November 4, 2014
    pasco, WA, US
  • Axel, you are a true friend and will forever be in my memories you left so soon with no chance to say goodby.But I guess that is the way you wanted it.

    Our times together was always fun and meaningful.I shall miss you dearly and our hunting memories will never be forgotten.You were a kind and giving person to the end.

    I love you buddy.

    Mack Varnes

    Mack Varnes
    November 4, 2014
    Pasco, WA, US
  • Tonya,

    Our Thoughts And Love Are With All Of You.

    Love,

    The Lee Family

    Gary and Michelle Lee
    November 4, 2014
    Manzanita, OR, US
  • Tonya,

    I’m so very sorry to hear about your loss. My sincere sympathy to you and your family.

    Ardella

    Ardella Weidner
    November 4, 2014
    Kennewick, WA, US
  • Uncle Axel, Hayden is wearing overalls for you and no Jesus shoes! We sure do miss you.

    All our love,

    The Raines Family

    Chris, Hilary & Hayden Raines
    November 4, 2014
    Mountlake, Terrace, WA, US
  • Axel was my best friend in high school at KI-Be. I lived right down the road from Axel. Whenever we came home to Benton City on vacation, we always looked Axel and Tonya up. We are glad that we got to see him this year. The dinner was great. We will always remember the good times we had together. Our prayers are with Tonya and the rest of the family. God bless you all.

    Lester & Bea Wiles
    November 4, 2014
    Granite, City, IL, US
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