Chester Roy Garland
SOLON – Chester Roy Garland, 83, passed away on Nov. 21, 2024, at home of natural causes. Chet, as many knew him by, was born in Guilford on May 18, 1941, son to Mildred and Roy Garland. He graduated from high school in Solon. Chet worked as a meter reader for Solon Water District, as well as Merle Lloyd and Sons Earthworks, where he ultimately retired from.
He was predeceased by his wife of more than 40 years, Barbara, both his parents, and sister, Meredith Madrid.
Chester is survived by his brothers, David and Maurice Garland.
A funeral service will be held on April 28, 2025, from 12:30-2:30 p.m., at Somerset Valley Remembrance Center located at 19 Washburn Lane, in Skowhegan. Followed by a burial at Sunset Cemetery in North Anson at 3 p.m.
Please visit Chester’s memorial page at https://svremembrancecenter.com/obituaries/chester-garland where condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared.
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