Garrett Romine

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Garrett Walter Romine, who was taken from us far too soon. Although his time with us was brief, his impact on everyone who knew him was immeasurable.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Garrett Walter Romine at 10:00 am on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at Faith Baptist Church. Officiating the service will be Michael Duff.

Garrett, 24, passed away on August 30, 2025 in Artesia. He was born on October 17, 2000, to Gary and Latisha Romine in Cortez, Colorado.

Cremation will take place under the direct care of Terpening & Son Mortuary.

Garrett a protector by nature and by choice, Garrett lived a life defined by strength, loyalty, and a quiet, unwavering courage. No matter the battle he always came prepared.

To those who had the honor of knowing him, Garrett was a steady presence a shield in the storm, the first to step in, and the last to leave anyone behind. He stood guard not just with words or action, but with the kind of love that made others feel safe simply by being near.

Whether he was defending a friend, standing up for what was right, or simply offering a steady hand in a moment of need, Garrett gave everything he had to anyone who needed it. His protection came not from duty, but from love-a deep, fierce love for his family, his friends, and even strangers who needed someone to stand in their corner.

Though we feel his absence profoundly, we carry his legacy in the way we look out for one another, in the courage we summon when it's hard to be brave, and in the love we offer without condition. You were our shield, our strength, and our quiet guardian. You are missed beyond words.

Garrett is preceded in death by Grandma Virgie Romine, Uncle Bo Derrick, His beloved dog Maxine.

Those left to cherish his memory is his mother Latisha Romine; father, Gary Romine; sister Sidney Ryan husband Lance, Brother Tyler Romine girlfriend Ryleigh Kinnibrugh, nephews Augustus, and Calden, baby Tres; Grandparents David Romine, Toni and Scott Robinson, Wayne and Dana Derrick, numerous aunts and uncles, dearest friends Jessica Hagedorn, Ronnie Ellis, Angela Nelson, and AJ Flores.