Born: Friday Dec-01-1978
Died: Saturday Mar-25-2017
Funeral: Private Service

Morrison Funeral Home
& Crematory
188 S. Hwy 24
Rupert, Idaho 83350
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Clay Craig Garro died March 25, 2017 at the age of 38 in Rupert, Idaho. He was born December 1, 1978 in Seattle Washington. He is the son of Monnie Telleria and John L. Garro of Rupert, Idaho.

Clay graduated from Minico High School in 1996. He enjoyed auto mechanics and the welding classes he took in high school. Clay dreamed of being a Navy Seal. He enlisted in the Navy and graduated from basic training. He continued training in San Diego where his dreams of being a seal were destroyed after he sustained severe injuries there. His life was never to be the same after he left the military. Clay enjoyed working for Barclay Mechanical, Idaho Sheet Metal and Kodiak Northwest. Clay was a jack of all trades, he could do almost anything he set his mind to.

Those that knew Clay shared with him his vibrant soul and abounding energy. He made you smile constantly, you could never keep up with the stories he told and the pace in which he told them. He was a giver, a dreamer, a hugger and a hustler. He loved to hike, trail run and work on his vehicles. Clay enjoyed every minute he spent with Sally and the staff at Oats Family Counseling. Clay was the best uncle ever. He had a special place in his heart for his nephew Elliott Farley who he spent hours and hours talking on the phone with.

He leaves behind his parents, his sister Carly and her husband Ian Farley and nephews Elliott and Legend. Grandparents Morris and Donna Martell and his aunts Christie Colvin, Patty Simpson and uncle Myles Martell, grandmother Loretta Garro, aunt JoAnna Erickson, uncle Tony Garro and cousins Matt and Zach. He was preceded in death by his step-father Mike Telleria and Grandfather John L. Garro

Clay struggled for years to find a place to belong. His family prays he has finally found that place of peace.

A memorial service for Clay held at Oats Family Counseling on Friday March 31, 2017 at 6:00p.m.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Oats Family Counseling. Cremation services are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home & Crematory in Rupert.

Condolences for Clayton Garro

From: Jack Draper
He had an amazing personality and I learned so much from him, he helped me change my life and really figure out who I am. He will be greatly missed and always be in my heart.

From: Del Peters
Clay will be missed so much by so many he was the type of guy who would take his shirt off to anyone in need even if he did not know you I loved his attitude of gratitude towards his friends and family.

From: Jadean Bingham
Clay will be missed and he is the sweetest guy you will ever meet.

From: Jody Bodley
Carly I did not know your brother but if he was as special as you we lost an angel. Find comfort in your love and I wish nothing but love for you and your family in this hard time.  Lots of love.

From: Nancy Dozier
So sorry John and Monnie

From: Shantel Hohnstein
The stories I can about what kind of person clay was! There was never a dull moment always putting a smile on someones face! He had an amazing spirit I hope he found his peace!

From: Randy and Criss Rich
Monnie And John,
Randy and I are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Clayton was always so fun to watch as a young boy in baseball. Randy loved his natural talent and enjoyed coaching him. I remember his bright blue eyes and big smile. We send our deepest sympathy because we are well aware how it feels to lose a child. Please take care.
Sincerely,
Randy and Criss Rich

From: Hilary Kenny
Clay you showed me so much the first years meeting. I have a ton of great memories made only possible because of you, your wild sense of adventure. We continued to meet up through the journey sharing more of ourselves each time. I will miss the next random missed "hey you". Your presence never far and you adviced me through so much I wish I had even half as big of a chance to have bettered yours.

From: Jim & Lynette Bowers
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss of Clay. He was an amazing young man and will missed by so many.

From: Mary K. Garro
Monnie, John, and Carly, I'm very sad for all of. I hope you can find some consolation knowing that Clayton is finally at peace. Life is hard and we often take so many for granted. You remain in my prayers and thoughts and you'll forever be in my heart.

From: Carly
Finally at peace, I feel so damn empty and miss you and our daily calls…Elliott MISSES you so damn much!…Nothing is ok and nothing is alright but you are with me now and I promised to never give up on you……Thank you for being in my life and letting me learn from you, and always protecting me, guiding me, counseling me thru multiple rehabs….I'm going to eventually close this book and I'll never let you go…Holding you one last time…Xoxo your biggest fan!.. I love you…

From: Betty
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May the promises in God’s word provide you with comfort and strength during this most difficult time. John 5:28-29