Major Rick "Guns" Garin Memorial Fund

Major Richard Charles “Guns” Garin, 36, of Columbia, South Carolina passed away on July 28th after a valiant struggle with a sudden, severe medical complication.  He will be remembered by his family and closest friends as loving, dedicated, and fun.  At home, at work, everywhere he went - Guns made the world a better place because he brought out the best in all of us.

A veteran of multiple combat tours to the Middle East and a distinguished F-16 pilot in the South Carolina Air National Guard, Rick dedicated his life to the service of others.  After graduating from the elite USAF Weapons School, he poured his energy into instructing the next generation of fighter pilots by doing what he did best - taking care of others.

None were more important in his life than his wife Kelly and two young daughters Jordan and Katelyn.  Rick met Kelly during Freshman year at USC and they married in 2009.  Ever since, his family was always his priority; "My girls" were the center of his universe.  He was a devoted husband and an incredible father.      

We are asking for friends and family to help support Kelly, Jordan, and Katelyn as they deal with unspeakable tragedy and grief.  All donations will go directly to the family.