Albert Joseph "AJ" Garren
Albert Joseph "AJ" Garren, 50, was called home on Dec. 9, 2023, after a courageous, lifelong battle with depression. Born and raised in Scranton, Pa., AJ spent his time as a dedicated and hardworking roofer and painter, a trade in which was passed down by his beloved father.
Throughout his years, AJ enjoyed boxing and singing songs for all to hear. He loved to be surrounded by his family, friends and his fur babies, Church, Meemer and Ralph. AJ was a stranger to no one and radiated love and light to everyone around him. He was authentically and wholeheartedly himself. His legacy will carry on forever, reminding us to unapologetically live our lives, as if no one else is watching. Over the course of the last five years, AJ devoted his time to become an important and reliable fixture in his community, the Christ Episcopal Church in Susquehanna, Pa. His giving nature and heart of gold will never be forgotten.
AJ's memory lives on through his surviving children, Alex, Collin, Austin "Zach" and McKenna (Madison), who were his greatest accomplishments in life. He is also survived by two grandsons, Greyson and Landon; mother, Sharon (Jim) Havey; three sisters, Suzanne (Chris) Fedor, Natalie (James) Wirth, Tracy (Mark) Capalongo; and two brothers, Nevin Neff and Jordan (Tara) Garren. He is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Albert H. Garren.
A celebration of life will be held at the Thomas J. Hughes Funeral Home in Scranton, Pa. Family and friends are welcome to pay their respects on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. A private burial to follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention or a charity of your choice.
Visitation
Please refer to above obituary for location and time.
Funeral Services
At the request of the family the services will be private.
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Sheree Rose Castro
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I want to express my sorrow and condolences to Aunt Sharon for the loss of your son AJ, to my cousins: Butch, Suzanne, Natalie, & Tracy for the loss of your brother, to his children: Alex, Collin, Austin, & McKenna, and to his grandchildren. I'm sending lots of love and prayers to you all. ❤️ 🙏
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Connie Wick
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My heartfelt prayers goes out to AJ's family and friends. It's never easy losing someone you love and no words can ease your heartache. I hope he has found peace and I hope you find comfort in your good memories of him. Prayers of comfort to everyone.
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Ann Brunori
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AJ was kind, empathetic, and giving. He was a pillar at Christ Episcopal Church. He always helped his church family, either with renovations or whatever was needed.
He was a much loved community church member who also brought so much joy to others. Deepest condolences to his family. He will be missed.
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Ray Keiper
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TO MY COUSINS SUZANNE, KAY AND TRACY. I SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, I HOPE YOU FIND COMFORT FROM FAMILY AMD FRIENDS DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AJ. 🙏🙏 🪽🪽🪽
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Lorie & Luis Ybarra
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Our condolences to your entire family.
"He is in the wind that blows, the rain that falls. He is in the flowers that grow, and the birds that sing..." You will not hear him, or see him. But he never left you. Look to your heart, for there he will be. A place that you can see him and talk to him. For he never left you.😇🙏
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Norma Chacona
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At times like this, words cannot express my deepest sorrow and sympathy to your family. Just know, that I share your loss and always will.
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Bella Rose Capalongo
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your kindness & love you shared with the world was remarkable, i hope to carry an attitude like yours through life❤️
may you rest in peace, uncle aj
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Tracy capalongo
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AJ I love you so much and I have an empty hole in my heart ! Rest in peace my beautiful brother . Your legacy lives on in your beautiful children . All my Love Tracy ❤️
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Tracy Capalongo
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Alex, Zack, Collin and Mckenna I’m
So very sorry to all of you on the loss of your beautiful Father , he was so proud of you all and so proud to talk about all of you and his Grandchildren.
Love Aunt Tracy 🩷
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Cloteal Dillon
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Cloteal Dillon
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Donna Lameo
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I'm very sorry for the loss of AJ he will always be in your heart.
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Carla P
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Rest in Peace, AJ. You were truly one of a kind.
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Tracy capalongo
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Love you AJ❤️
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Sugarbear
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AJ (brat),
I miss you everyday. I will love you forever. Thank you for all the songs you sang for me I will always cherish them and all the flowers and cards you gave me. The last message you sent me I will never forget it.🩵💙💜
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Sandra Garren Cadwell
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Im so sorry to see this . I wondered if we were related and I was hoping to meet you one day. Prayers for your family .
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Ronald Barber
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I just saw a post on Facebook. Apparently I'm late because if I had known my brother what you were going through I maybe could've helped. I'm so sorry your gone A J. You were a buddy, friend,and great guy all around. You will be missed. Rest In Peace my Brother until I see you again in that big place in the sky. Much Love. Sincerely Ronnie Barber
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Shannon Shaughnessy
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I'm so sorry AJ. You were such a bright burning star... every time I saw you it was laughs and stories. You were a great guy. You were kind to me just because I was a person, no judgements even in my bad days. You tried to help however you knew how to. I truly hope you find peace.
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