Vernon Leroy Garrett

Vernon Leroy Garrett was born on June 4 th, 1943 to Vernon and Ruth Garrett in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Vernon spent his early years growing up in Porter, Oklahoma, before later moving to Tulsa, Oklahoma. He attended high school at McClain High School, where he graduated in 1961.  Vernon later moved his family back home to Porter in 1986.  

 Vernon married his high school sweetheart, Saundra Kaye Mattix, on December 7 th, 1963. Vernon and Saundra’s marriage led to the birth of three wonderful children, Anissa LaRee, Bryan Edward, and Amy Lynne.

 Vernon served in the United States Army from 1963 to 1966. He later graduated from Tulsa Community College with an Associate’s Degree in computer programming in 1975 which marked the beginning of a very successful career as a computer programmer. Vernon worked for various different companies over the years in Tulsa and the Arkansas area. He was outstanding in his field as a programmer, known for his sharp knowledge and skills in math and computer coding.

 Vernon was passionate about many hobbies. He was a life-long fisherman and often competed in fishing tournaments in the early 70s. He was also a very good shot with a shotgun, Buster has mentioned that he “never missed” when shooting clay pigeons over the years. Vernon was most passionate about the game of golf. He played for about 40 years and his love for the game led him to working at The Woods golf course in Coweta, Oklahoma in retirement. 

Vernon was an avid fan of the Oklahoma Sooners. He enjoyed everything related to the University of Oklahoma, especially OU football. He never missed watching an OU football game, whether watching in Norman or on TV at home. He also knew all the details of the players and coaching staff. Vernon’s love for the Oklahoma Sooners is a common bond shared by Saundra, his children, and grandchildren.

 Vernon departed this life on September 22 nd , 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by his family at the age of 83 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Ruth Garrett; a brother, J.C. Garrett; and two sisters, Elizabeth Wheeler and Marilyn Thayer.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 62 years, Saundra Kaye Garrett; three children and their spouses, Anissa LaRee and Dennis Czeschin, Bryan Edward and Andrea Garrett, and Amy Lynne and Phillip Sheridan; his brother and spouse, Robert and Linda Garrett; and his sister, Teresa Hudson; 11 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren; other extended family and many friends.

The family will greet friends and relatives at a Visitation on Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 5- 7 p.m. in the Chapel of Mallett Funeral Home.

A Funeral Service will be held to honor the life of Vernon Garrett on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 4:00 pm in the Chapel of Mallett Funeral Home. Reverend Charles L Mattix III will officiate.

The family of Vernon Garrett has entrusted his care and arrangements to Mallett Funeral Home and Crematory, 417 East Cherokee Street, Wagoner, Oklahoma, 74467. 918-485-2911