Garinel Jean Froese, originally Garinel Jean Ferguson, was born on July 9, 1954, in Springfield, MO. She passed away on April 22, 2024, to be with the Lord. Garinel was known for her caring nature and selflessness. Her ever-smiling face always brightened up the lives of her family and friends.

Garinel graduated from Drury College and was a member of the Kappa Delta sorority. From a young age, she had a passion for teaching and became a teacher right after college. When she met and married Garry Froese, Garinel's life took an exciting turn. Together, they embarked on a remarkable journey that spanned continents, creating a tapestry of cherished memories.

Garinel held onto her faith in Christ since her youth when she was baptized at the First Baptist Church. Garinel's legacy lives on through her beloved family. She is survived by her devoted husband Garry, her three sons Chad, Troy (married to Meda), Joseph (married to Cheyenne), her two stepchildren Ben and Rachel, and a host of grandchildren who were the light of her life.

Garinel's immense love for her family was a testament to her nurturing spirit. She found profound happiness in simple pleasures like gardening and hanging out laundry, had an unwavering commitment to charitable activities, and supported her loved ones in every capacity. All who knew her could not help but love her, and those whose lives she touched will feel her absence immensely.