Terry L. Garner DVM

Terry Lynn Garner, DVM, was born August 15th, 1946 in Miami. Terry attended Southwest High School, attended the University of Florida for undergraduate studies, and received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Auburn University. Terry L. Garner, ""DOC"", was a 5th generation Floridian and a Venice resident for the past 45 years. In 1974 he opened Venice Animal Clinic. He was a born leader and member of various organizations like Kiwanis, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys and Girls Club, Venice YMCA, The Masonic Lodge, Boy Scout Troop 1001, Sahib Temple and Oak Park School. Terry was dedicated to his family, profession, and community. His kindness and compassion for others defined his character. He was a humble man with an infectious laugh and will truly be missed by many. Terry is preceded in death by his father Harvey Hainesworth Garner, his mother Elva Robinson Garner, and brother Timmy Lane Garner. Terry is survived by his wife Kathy Kelley Garner; sons Kelley R. Garner, DVM (Amber), Justin D. Garner, PSM (Margaret); daughter Jessica L. Heiny, PE (Matthew); grandchildren Riley, Scarlett, Finn, Sawyer, Lane, Jackson, Keagan, Grayson. A memorial will be held in his honor at Grace United Methodist Church at 2:00 pm on Saturday, April 10th . Facial coverings are required inside the church. . Flowers can be delivered to Farley Funeral Home in Venice before 10am on Saturday April 10thFor more information, please call Farley Funeral Home at 941-488-2291. Service Information Date: Saturday, April 10, 2021 Time: 2:00 pm Grace United Methodist Church Address: 400 East Field Avenue, , Venice, FL, 34285 | Map