Garland Cunningham Ogden's Obituary
Garland Cunningham Ogden passed away at home in Covington, Louisiana on September 25, 2023 at the age of 70. He was born in New Orleans Louisiana on August 26, 1953 to Phillip Boone Ogden, Sr. and Isabell Cunningham Ogden. He is survived by; his son Garland Simon Ogden, daughter Kathleen Ogden Achord, grandsons Lucas Linquist, and John Garrison Ogden, granddaughters Kaylee Reich, and Finley Ogden. He is also survived by his brother Philip Ogden, and sister in law Janice Ogden. He is also survived by his faithful four legged companion Rosie. He was preceded in death by his Loving wife Shirley Ogden and sister Susan Ogden James. A native of New Orleans and proud resident of Covington for the last year. He graduated from St. Paul High School in Covington, and earned an Associate’s Degree from Southeast School of Technology. He was a Gulf War Veteran and proudly served his country for 30+ years before retiring. He bravely battled esophageal cancer for 3 years. He loved spending time with family, friends and his beloved four legged companion Rosie. He spent the last year of his life in Covington so he could spend more time with his family, loved ones, and allow Rosie free reign as she transitioned from city to country life. He enjoyed fishing and hunting with his Brother Phil, outings and lunch dates with his daughter Kathleen, Grandson Lucas and his favorite son in law Gary. He also enjoyed many trips all over town with his friend Jean Pujol to shop eat and cut up. He will certainly be missed by many of the local eating establishments where he was known for leaving generous tips even if the service was slow because he felt they worked hard but were under appreciated. He led a humble life. Garland’s motto was “Be kind to everyone because you don’t know what people are going through. We are all Human”. He loved serving God, family and his country and will be gravely missed by all.
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