We were with him, singing Amazing Grace as he left us."

Jennifer Garneris mourning the loss of her kind and brilliantfather Bill Garner.

The Texas-native was85 years old.

Jennifer Garner with Parents Pat and Bill Garner

Credit: Victor Demarchelier; Wardrobe Styling: Jill Lincoln and Jordan Johnson/The Wall Group; Hair: Ben Skervin/The Wall Group; Makeup: Genevieve Herr/Sally Harlor; Seamstress: Jeanette Wingo

We are grateful for Dads gentle demeanor and quiet strength.

We are grateful for his work ethic, leadership and faith.

Our hearts are with the Garner family during this difficult time.