Life has been quite a journey for Jennifer Garner over the past few years. With the emotional turmoil of her divorce from Ben Affleck, Jennifer is now facing another hurdle as her beloved father, William Garner, passed away. He was 85 years old and left this world “peacefully” on a Saturday surrounded by those who loved him dearly.
Jennifer, a cherished actress known for her role in Suddenly 30, opened up on Instagram about her father’s passing. “We were with him, singing ‘Amazing Grace’ as he left us (did we carry him across or scare him away — valid question),” she shared, providing a glimpse into the tender moments shared with him as he departed.
She mentioned, “While there is no tragedy in the death of an 85-year-old man who lived a healthy, wonderful life, I know grief is unavoidable, waiting around unexpected corners.” Her heartfelt reflection showcases how precious and inevitable grief is after losing someone so cherished, no matter how fulfilled their life may have been.
In her thoughtful remembrance, Jennifer emphasized gratitude for her father’s gentle and quietly strong nature. She fondly recalled how he could playfully tease with a cheeky smile and how he was a devoted and patient “girl dad.” His legacy is one of hard work, leadership, and unwavering faith, qualities for which Jennifer expressed profound appreciation.
Jennifer also extended her gratitude to the medical team that cared for her father during his final months. “Your care extended Dad’s life and gave him time to be in his favorite places,” she wrote, highlighting meaningful moments spent together — cheering on his beloved Aggies, captaining a boat, and most importantly, with his wife of 59 years, their beloved mom.
