VADA SUE GARNER was born in Rockford, Illinois, on March 11, 1954. She passed away
peacefully and went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 25, 2025, following a long illness.
She spent most of her adult life on college campuses as a librarian. She enjoyed serving others
and especially loved her many nieces and nephews. She is survived by sisters, Ricky (Robert)
Beale and Adina (Gary) Kniseley, both of Rockford, IL, Marilynda (David) Schulz, of Amboy, IL,
and Lavella Garner of Garland, TX, and brothers, Derwin (Renee) Garner of Yukon, Okla., and
Derek Garner of Garland, TX. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Louise
Garner. A private family memorial will be held at a later date.
Becky Banta August 29, 2025
Eternal Sister Rockford , Illinois
My heartfelt prayers to all of Vada's sisters & brothers, inlaws, nieces & nephews. I pray the void she leaves in your family is filled with you feeling our Great Comforters peace. Most sincerely.✝️