1978 - 2012
Mass of Christian Burial for Adrian James Garcia, 33, Topeka will be held 10 am Friday, November 2, 2012 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Lawrence. He died October 26, 2012 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
He was born on November 11, 1978 in Lawrence, KS the son of Frankie I. Garcia, Jr and Patricia “Patty” (Attebery) Garcia.
Adrian also known as A-Train graduated from Lawrence High School in 1998. He was a team member of the 1996 LHS football championship team. He later played football at St. Mary’s. Adrian was employed as a Juvenile Youth Officer for Douglas County, Security officer for the Lawrence High School District. Most currently he owned and operated New Start Living. Adrian had a compassion for helping people. He provided a service to people with developmental “abilities”.
Survivors include his mother, Topeka, two brothers, Jeremy Michael, and wife, Helena Cook, Lawrence, William “Franco” and wife, Belinda, Topeka; nieces and nephews, Sydney Denoyelles-Garcia, Avery Garcia, Ayden Garcia, Valencia Garcia, Gabriel Garcia, Jadon Pettit, Deja Garcia, Joshua Garcia, Dominic Garcia; paternal grandmother, Mary Garcia, Topeka. He was preceded in death by his father, Frankie, I. Garcia, Jr.; grandfather, Frankie Garcia, Sr. and his maternal grandparents, George and Marge Attebery.
The family will greet friends from 5:30 – 7 p.m. Thursday, November 1, 2012 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary. A rosary will be held 6:30 at the Mortuary.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Adrian Garcia Memorial Fund and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
Guestbook Entries
Date: Dec 7, 2012
Name: Rob F
Entry: Thoughts and prayers go out to the Garcia family. Adrian was a class act and will be missed greatly.
Date: Nov 18, 2012
Name: Tiffany Jefferson-Tullock
Entry: I am so sorry for your loss. Adrian was such a great man. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Date: Nov 7, 2012
Name: Taran Pritchard
Entry: My heart breaks for your family. Choo Choo was the best and had the biggest heart. He will be dearly missed. Love you Adrian, and I will see you on the other side
Date: Nov 2, 2012
Name: Laura Downs
Entry: Your family are in my thoughts and paryers. So sorry for your loss.Love to you all.
Date: Nov 2, 2012
Name: Kristina Hansel
Entry: I am so sorry for your loss, he will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you.
Date: Nov 1, 2012
Name: Amario L. Griffin and Family
Entry: Our thoughts and prayers go out to the loved Garcia Family. To Jeremy and Franco you know you both have always been my brothers, all three of us growing up in North Lawrence. Love you all for life...
Date: Nov 1, 2012
Name: Paula Walters Shuler
Entry: Adrian, thank you for the friendship you gave to so many and the generosity you extended so effortlessly. It is so easy to miss a man of your caliber and a soul of your nature.
Date: Nov 1, 2012
Name: Barbara (Barbie) Tuckel-Wolford & Family
Entry: Garcia Family:
I'm truly sorry to hear about the loss of Adrian. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
With love,
Barbie Tuckel-Wolford and Family
Date: Nov 1, 2012
Name: Jesse Franchuk & Family
Entry: I'll cherish our friendship and memories of you for as long as I live. The affect you not only had on me, but anyone and everyone around you will be forever lasting. You made and were continuing to make, such a positive impact in so many people's lives. I was, I am, proud of you Adrian. I only wish you had more time. My heart and prayers go out to everyone that is in pain from your premature departure. God bless.
Date: Nov 1, 2012
Name: Jaimee K
Entry: Words can't describe the type of person Adrian was. He has left footprints in my heart and inspired me to be a better person. I can't wait till the day I get to see and hug you again. Praying for the Garcia family. You'll be forever in my heart!
Date: Nov 1, 2012
Name: Jaimee K
Entry: Words can't describe the type of person Adrian was. He has left footprints in my heart and inspired me to be a better person. I can't wait till the day I get to see and hug you again. Praying for the Garcia family. You'll be forever in my heart!
Date: Nov 1, 2012
Name: Samantha J
Entry: No amount of words will ever bring peace to all the hearts so burdened with pain. Adrian you were the best person I knew and you give me hope just for the day I see you again. I miss you so much and wish I had just one more day with you. Love you so much forever and ways. Condolences to the family, he will be forever missed.
Date: Oct 31, 2012
Name: Ryan K. and Family
Entry: I am truly saddened by Adrian's passing. Adrian was a old family friend and amazing person. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Date: Oct 30, 2012
Name: Renee Carey and Family
Entry: We are so sorry for your loss. We will continue to pray for your strength through this difficult time.
Date: Oct 30, 2012
Name: Laura Hernandez
Entry: My prayers are with you all, I am so sorry for the loss. From what I hear, he was deeply loved, and from what my father, Jose Hernandez says, he was a great guy! God has a plan for us, but sometimes it causes others pain... He will be watching over each of you though; my dad and I send our blessings.
Date: Oct 30, 2012
Name: Magdalene Escalanti (Alexander)
Entry: Sorry for your loss, you are in my prayers.
Date: Oct 30, 2012
Name: Kelley Hall Moore
Entry: My deepest condolences to The Garcia family! My heart aches for you! Adrian was as true as you can get! We were all better for knowing him! <3
Date: Oct 30, 2012
Name: Amallah Austin and Family
Entry: Our condolences go out to the family of Adrian. May you find comfort during this difficult time.
Date: Oct 30, 2012
Name: Margaret(Mama Margo)
Entry: Sooooo sorry for your loss. So sudden and a tragic loss. My love is with you at your time of grieving. I pray good lord to give Patty and the boys strenght to get through this time in life in jesus name. Love u be strong. I know its hard.
Date: Oct 30, 2012
Name: Margaret(Mama Margo)
Entry: Sooooo sorry for your loss. So sudden and a tragic loss. My love is with you at your time of grieving. I pray good lord to give Patty and the boys strenght to get through this time in life in jesus name. Love u be strong. I know its hard.
Date: Oct 30, 2012
Name: Trisha Branscom
Entry: "The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those who are crushed in spirit." Psalm 34:18
Dear Lord,
Please show your compassion and help everyone through this pain. We have believed in your promise to send fresh mercy each day. Hold Adrian hand in hand as he enters heaven's gates and reunite him with his loved ones waiting. Give his family strength and hold them close to you. May you rest in peace Adrian.
Amen.
Adrian's spirit and memory will live in each and every one of you. Love to you all - Trisha, Kyle, and Jaylee
Date: Oct 30, 2012
Name: michasl holladay
Entry: My thoughts and prayers are with you .Adrian was a great person he was loved by everyone. R.I.p. of being 1 of his and all the West for hear and all the West wrestling team with him and playing football with him what is general what is gentle as anyone can be
Date: Oct 30, 2012
Name: Rooney Family
Entry: Prayers go out the Garcia family from ours! A-Train was a bright and loved guy! Rip Adrian
Date: Oct 29, 2012
Name: The Nilsen family
Entry: I met Adrian playing baseball at DCABA and have been friends since, he was always "the cool guy" saying hi to me the nerd. I'm still in shock and wish I could make it home. Our prayers and thoughts go out to his family and for all that got a privilege to know him.
Date: Oct 29, 2012
Name: Cris Gawlik
Entry: I met Adrian about 10 years ago at The Ranch. He and I became friends over time and we had the pleasure of going to a KU vs MIzzou game together at Arrowhead one year. Adrian loved pestering me about little life things, but his friendly banter, warm smile and big bear hugs will be greatly missed.
Date: Oct 29, 2012
Name: Emily Kilbourn
Entry: Adrian was the greatest person I have ever known. I am so blessed to have had him in my life. He was my angel. He never gave up on anyone and would do anything in his power to help those he cared about. I couldn't have made it through what seemed like a mountain of difficulty without him reminding me how small it really was. I would do anything be able to repay him with the unconditional love he showed me. My love is with the Garcia family and all of Adrian's friends. He was loved by so many people, I can only imagine how many people are hurting right now. He would want everyone to be happy. He is in heaven now, but we are all still here. Let's keep his memory strong and let his positive energy radiate through each and every one of us. I love you Adrian.
Date: Oct 29, 2012
Name: Severeno Woods & Family
Entry: Sitting back at work still thinking about you man. Not really sure what to think about this whole situation. God has a plan for all of us, but I don't understand why your life was cut so short. I'm going to miss you man.
Date: Oct 29, 2012
Name: Sara
Entry: Adrian was a very caring loving person who will be GREATLY missed. He always put a smile on me & my friends faces. He always put everyone before himself. I pray for his family & friends. RIP to an amazing friend. I ? you
Date: Oct 29, 2012
Name: Megan
Entry: The world is less of a place without A-Train here! Many are grieving over this loss; my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Date: Oct 29, 2012
Name: Megan
Entry: The world is less of a place without A-Train here! Many are grieving over this loss; my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Date: Oct 29, 2012
Name: Tamara Smith (Ray)
Entry: Prayers and hugs. Thinking of your family in this difficult time. Haven't seen Adrian in years but will never forget his smile and personality. My thoughts are with the Garcia family.
Date: Oct 28, 2012
Name: sue lanoue-jack
Entry: patty and family it has been a long time but i wanted u all to know that adrian will be missed but frankie is with him. sorry for your loss and God bless u all
Date: Oct 28, 2012
Name: Sarah Nieder
Entry: Adrian was one of the most positive and genuine people I have ever met. Always happy and always looking out for his friends. I will miss you friend...My prayers are with you Garcia Family.
Date: Oct 28, 2012
Name: Y Sims
Entry: With deepest sympathy to the family during your time grief. Psalms 46:1 says God is for us a refuge and strength and a help readily to be found during difficult times. May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
Date: Oct 28, 2012
Name: Jessica (Purcell) Stoffer
Entry: Adrian, a man that always made me smile, it's hard to believe your time has come. My thoughts and prayers go to your family. The Garcias have lost one of the greatest, so very sorry for your loss.
Date: Oct 28, 2012
Name: Gloria Ramirez Riley
Entry: My thoughts and prayers are with the Garcia Family. Adrian was a wonderful person and I will miss his smile and hugs whenever he saw me. God takes the best and the best was Adrian!! Adrian, rest in peace and take care of all of us from above.You were loved!!!
Date: Oct 28, 2012
Name: Ryan McPhail & Family
Entry: Adrian you will be missed by everyone, the world truly lost a great one. today but Heaven gained a great one, Adrian's mission will continue in Heaven, he will continue to watch over and help out even a big group of people and guide people to live life in the right direction.
Thoughts and prayers are with the Garcia family and everyone who knew Adrian.
Date: Oct 28, 2012
Name: Gwen Ramirez and Family
Entry: Patty my prayers are with you and your family sorry for your loss
Date: Oct 28, 2012
Name: Ron & Sue Wanna
Entry: Patty and all of the family. Our prayers are with you at this time and the days ahead. We are very sorry for the loss of Adrian.
Date: Oct 28, 2012
Name: Tiffany McManness-Smith
Entry: Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead, and may you find comfort knowing that Adrian is in the hands of God! He will be greatly missed!
Date: Oct 28, 2012
Name: stephanie wiggins
Entry: Im so sorry for your loss. Heaven recieved a special gift today. we will miss you choo choo!
Date: Oct 27, 2012
Name: Chris & Michelle Willis
Entry: Our thoughts and prayers r with the Garcia family. Adrian is a very special friend/family and will never be forgotten. Much love always.
Date: Oct 27, 2012
Name: victoria garcia
Entry: I cant believe youre in heaven now i wish i couldve seen you one last time but i will always remember the times when i was younger at our fam get-togethers i love you cousin so much you will be forever missed never forgotten <3
Date: Oct 27, 2012
Name: Michael Angelo
Entry: Our Family has lost one of the Great Ones. A true Positive Energy in this World. It's just like him to go Ahead and Lead the way with Rico, for us. I love U much Cousin. I'll miss U and Rico 'til I am able to see u again. Tell Gramps, Lan, Frankie, and Aunt Margaret Hello for us. We'll see u soon....
Date: Oct 27, 2012
Name: kathy gragg
Entry: My thoughts are with all of you. Such a tragedy. But j know Frankie is watching over Adrian now.
Date: Oct 27, 2012
Name: Rose Marie Luis-Crady
Entry: Sorry for your loss of your loved one. For when you seen one set of prints that is when I carried you. (Footprints) May the Lord give you the strength to get you through your pain and sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Date: Oct 27, 2012
Name: MIKE,ROSEMARY HADL AND FAMILY
Entry: Dear Patty and Family,our thoughts and prayers are with you all....Mike Hadl
Date: Oct 27, 2012
Name: Chrissy Crockett
Entry: My heart goes out to his family. I'm am very sorry for your lost.
Date: Oct 27, 2012
Name: Orville & Mary Jane Church
Entry: We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you all.
Date: Oct 27, 2012
Name: Jennifer Henderson- Woodruff
Entry: Your family are in my thoughts and prayers... Adrian will be missed but never forgotten, I'll always love him like my baby Brother and as A- Train! Love to you all and I'm here for each of you!
Date: Oct 27, 2012
Name: Melissa (Cron) Elliott
Entry: So sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you all.
