Delbert Garst

October 12, 1935 - January 8, 2020

Delbert Dale Garst was born on October 12, 1935 passed away peacefully on January 8, 2020 with his family by his side. Delbert was preceded by his parents Harold and Sabina, his wife Carol, and his son Dale. He is survived by his family Chris, Charlene, Bryce, Eric, Karissa, and his 2 precious great grandchildren Ethan and Kaelyn, as well as his brothers Kenny and Ronnie. Delbert spent his younger years in the Detroit Michigan area then moved to Mesa where he graduated high school in 1954 from Mesa High School. Delbert’s early years he led a life of passion driving vehicles that went fast, anything from motorcycles to dragsters. While in his later years he became an avid racing enthusiast as he watched from his home. In his younger life, Delbert was a part of the Air Force National Guard of Arizona where he worked on fighter aircraft. Then Delbert worked for the City of Mesa where he retired as their Utility Construction Coordinator. Services will be held at Meldrum Mortuary on January 16th. The viewing will start at 9am, service at 10am, followed by his burial at the City of Mesa cemetery. There will be a memorial luncheon at Legacy Retirement Residence to conclude the day at 5625 E. McKellips Rd in Mesa. The family is requesting that you make a memorial donation to your local VFW in Delbert’s name instead of flowers.