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▰ Frances A Gardner

Died May 15, … More Information
Frances A Gardner, born November 24, 1921 went to be with the Lord on May 15, 2015 in Franceswas a kind, Illinois. Frances was 93. Tags: #Galesburg #Hospital #Illinois #Knoxville #John #Retta #Steele #School #Charles #Lake #Louisiana #Donald #Prairie #Wisconsin #Michelle #Shultz #Monmouth #Karie #Giordano #Peru #Dawn #Henderson #Milan #Alexandra #Gardner #Milwaukee #Kaleb #Kyle #Kody #Collin #Lauren #Payton #Lynn #Methodist #Legion #Hundred #Frances #Cottage #Hurd-
Obituary: Frances (Steele) Gardner, age 93 of Knoxville, Illinois died at 6:01 A.M. on , May 15, 2015 at Galesburg Cottage Hospital in Galesburg, Illinois.

She was born on 24, 1921 in Knoxville, Illinois, the daughter of John and Retta (Lacy) Steele. She graduated from Knoxville High School in 1939. She married Charles R. Gardner, Sr. on 16, 1942 in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Charles preceded her in death on May 1, 1978.

Frances is survived by one son, Donald R. Gardner, of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, four granddaughters, Michelle (Corey) Shultz of Monmouth, Illinois, Karie (Ken) Giordano of Peru, Illinois, Dawn Marie (Dan) Henderson of Milan, Illinois and Alexandra Noelle Gardner of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Also surviving are four great grandsons, Kaleb, Kyle and Kody Smith and Collin James Giordano, and two great granddaughters, Lauren Ashley and Payton Rose Giordano. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son, Charles R. Bob Gardner, Jr. and one daughter, Jo Lynn Gardner.

Frances was a member of Knoxville United Methodist Church, the Knoxville American Legion Auxiliary and the Knoxville Half a Hundred Club.

Frances was a kind-hearted soul who touched the hearts of her family, friends and neighbors and was a very proud grandma and great grandma.

The family wishes to thank all of those dear friends who kept in touch with Frances via letters, phone calls, and visits through her later years. We also wish to thank the nurses, doctors and support people of Cottage Hospital for their wonderful care during her stay there.

Visitation will be held on , May 18, 2015 from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. at the Hurd-Hendricks in Knoxville, Illinois. The funeral service will begin directly following the visitation. Interment will take place at the Knoxville . In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Knoxville United Methodist Church or to the Knoxville American Legion. Online condolences can be made at www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhome.com

▰ Frances Gardner

Died May 15, … More Information
Frances Gardner, born November 24, 1921 entered into eternal rest May 15, 2015 in Knoxville, Illinois. Frances was 93. Tags: #Galesburg #Hospital #Illinois #Hurd- #Crematory #Knoxville
Obituary: Frances (Steele) Gardner, age 93, of Knoxville, Illinois, died at 6:01 A.M. on , May 15, 2015 at Galesburg Cottage Hospital in Galesburg, Illinois.

services are pending at the Hurd-Hendricks s and Crematory in Knoxville, Illinois.

▰ Forrest G "Woody" Gardner

Died December 30, … More Information
Forrest G "Woody" Gardner, of Palatine, Illinois, entered eternal life December 30, 1998. Forrest was 54.
Obituary published: December 31, 1998 in "Park Forest Star"

▰ Forrest "Woody" Gardner

Died January 01, … More Information
Forrest "Woody" Gardner, 54, of Palatine, Illinois gained his wings on January 1, 1999.
Obituary published: January 02, 1999 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Forrest "Woody" Gardner

Died December 31, … More Information
Forrest "Woody" Gardner, age 54 of Palatine, Illinois, went into the presence of the Lord on December 31, 1998.
Obituary published: January 01, 1999 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Florence M (White) Gardner

Died November 23, … More Information
Florence M (White) Gardner, age 94 of Lombard, Illinois, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home November 23, 2016.
Obituary published: November 24, 2016 in "Lombardian"

▰ Florence (Gulrud) Gardner

Died June 02, … More Information
Florence (Gulrud) Gardner passed away June 2, 2006 in Illinois.
Obituary published: June 03, 2006 in "Chicago T"

▰ Florence (Gulrud) Gardner

Died June 01, … More Information
Florence (Gulrud) Gardner passed away June 1, 2006 in Illinois.
Obituary published: June 02, 2006 in "Chicago T"

▰ Florence M Gardner

Died November 20, … More Information
Florence M Gardner left this earth on November 20, 2016 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Lombard, Illinois.

▰ Ferd Gardner, Jr

Died January 01, … More Information
Ferd Gardner, Jr , born April 18, 1925 passed from this life on January 1, 2006 in Pekin, Illinois. Ferd was 80.
Family members and close friends: , Bob & Jan Nichols, Howard Gardner, Joe-judy Jackson, Sharon Bargar, Pam ( Jacob ) Johnson, Janet Mann, Evelyn Gardner, Mike & Sue Peterson

▰ Ewell D Gardner

Died July 08, … More Information
Ewell D Gardner, born April 20, 1949 passed from this life on July 8, 2016 in Mt Morris, Illinois. Ewell was 67.

▰ Evelyn Marie (Dieckow)[Westrope] "Pat" Gardner

Died July 07, … More Information
Evelyn Marie (Dieckow)[Westrope] "Pat" Gardner, of Canton, Illinois, entered eternal life July 7, 2008. Evelyn was 84.
Obituary published: July 08, 2008 in "Journal Star"

▰ Evelyn M Gardner

Died July 06, … More Information
Evelyn M Gardner, born May 13, 1924 entered Heaven's gates on July 6, 2008 in Pekin, Illinois. Evelyn was 84.
Family members and close friends: , Kathy, Barbara Jackson And Family, Eric Westrope, Bonnie Gardner-pollock, Linda Kay Tabor-chester

▰ Eva Gardner

Died October 26, … More Information
Eva Gardner, of Illinois, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master October 26, 2002. Eva was 69.
Obituary published: October 27, 2002 in "Belleville N-D"

▰ Ethel M (Gordon) Gardner

Died June 09, … More Information
Ethel M (Gordon) Gardner, age 82 of Pekin, Illinois, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she June 9, 2007.
Obituary published: June 10, 2007 in "Journal Star"

▰ Ethel L Gardner

Died April 23, … More Information
Ethel L Gardner, born May 27, 1924 passed from this world into the next April 23, 2017 in Illinois. Ethel was 92.

▰ Erna V (Moeller) Gardner

Died August 01, … More Information
Erna V (Moeller) Gardner, age 83 of Peoria, Illinois, gained her wings on August 1, 2014.
Obituary published: August 02, 2014 in "Journal Star"

▰ Erna V (Moeller) Gardner

Died July 31, … More Information
Erna V (Moeller) Gardner, age 83 of Peoria, Illinois, went to be with her Lord and Savior July 31, 2014.
Obituary published: August 01, 2014 in "Journal Star"

▰ Erna V Gardner

Died July 29, … More Information
Erna V Gardner, born October 19, 1930 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home July 29, 2014 in Illinois. Erna was 83. Tags: #Erna #Chicago #Paul #Mimi #Moeller #Hamburg #Germany #Alice #California #Charles #Peoria #Sacre #President #Oberlander #Police #Fire #North #Correspondent #Journal #Pekin #Times #School #District #Getz #Equipment #German- #Little #Eucharistic #Secretary #Scout #Mother #Pack #Illinois #Yacht #Coral #Charlie #John #Fincham #Steve #Terri #Jones #Chad #Dana #Robert #Lisa #Jungwirth #Jessica #Vais #Ryan #Mattes #Walter #Coco #Davison- #Woolsey- #Allen #Willow #Rosary #Church #Mass #Springdale #American #Association #Ernas
Obituary: Erna V. Gardner, "Big Ern", age 83, of Peoria, IL passed away and received her angel wings on 29, 2014 at OSF Medical .
Erna was born on 19, 1930, in Chicago, IL, to Paul and Mimi (Kiesbye) Moeller of Hamburg, Germany. Erna has one sibling, Alice Wheeler who survives in California. She was married to Charles A. Gardner on 15, 1947 in Peoria.
Erna's fearlessness made her the mother of all reinvention in her career life. She was the first female bus driver in the area, at Sacre Couer; President at Oberlander Electric, from which she retired; Police/ Fire Dispatcher for North Pekin for several years, a Correspondent for the Journal Star and Pekin Daily Times, School Secretary/Bookkeeper for District 102 in North Pekin, '66-'68, and Getz Fire Equipment.
"Big Ern" was a social member of the German-American society, coached Little League in North Pekin, an active member at St. Vincent de Paul as Eucharistic Minister, President and Secretary of several bowling leagues, Cub Scout Den Mother for Pack 145 in North Pekin, a lifetime member of the Illinois Valley Yacht Club in Peoria Heights and Coral Ridge Yacht Club in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Erna loved to knit newborn sweater sets for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her favorite thing to do was to dance with her husband, Charlie.
Erna is survived by her four children: Jim (Vicky), John Sr. (Josie Fincham), Steve Sr. (Candy) and Terri (John) Jones. Erna also had 8 surviving grandchildren: Steve Jr. (Stephanie), John Jr. (Crystal), Chad (Ashley), Dana (John) McCook, Robert (Wendy), Lisa (Chris) Jungwirth, Jessica (Tony) Vais, Ryan (Abby) Mattes. Erna was proud to boast fifteen great grandchildren, whom she loved dearly, from 21years old to 4months old.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Mimi Moeller; step father, Walter Richter; toy poodle, Coco; and husband, Charlie, in 1999.
Visitation will be held on , 3, 2014 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Davison-Fulton Woolsey- Wilton on Allen Rd and Willow Knolls in Peoria. A Rosary will be recited at 3:45 p.m. at the funeral home. Additional visitation will be from 9 to 9:45 a.m. at the Church. A Mass will begin at 10am on , 4 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.
Erna will be laid to rest next to the love of her life in Springdale .
All memorial donations can be made to the American Heart Association.
Please view Ernas obituary online at www.Woolsey-Wilton .com

▰ Erna V Gardner

Died July 29, … More Information
Erna V Gardner, born October 19, 1930 passed away peacefully July 29, 2014 in Peoria, Illinois. Erna was 83.
Family members and close friends: , Mark Picton, Jamie Hassall, Edward Johnson, Dennis Sikes, Bill And Sue Alexander, Lori, Elizabeth & Erin Orton & Allen Burtman, Deborah Hecht, Brad Reardon, American Heart Association, Ernie And Paula Clark, Deanna ( Lobb ) Lovell, Lindsey Weinger & Max Volfson, Debbie Wennmacher, Betsy Harris, Luz Zamarripa, Ed Papis, Jim, Margie, Nicole & Cameron Nellas, Rusty, Mike & Cheryl Murphy, Diana Burkitt Daily, Michael Iaun, Dan & Karen Buhs

▰ Emmitt Buell Gardner

Died July 08, … More Information
Emmitt Buell Gardner, of Illinois, born in Missouri, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before his July 8, 2016. Emmitt was 87.
Obituary published: July 09, 2016 in "Journal Star"

▰ Emmett Buell Gardner

Died July 06, … More Information
Emmett Buell Gardner, born May 1, 1929 entered eternal life July 6, 2016 in Peoria, Illinois. Emmett was 87.

▰ Emma H (Arnett) Gardner

Died October 02, … More Information
Emma H (Arnett) Gardner, age 76 of Peoria, Illinois, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home October 2, 2003.
Obituary published: October 03, 2003 in "Journal Star"

▰ Elizabeth "Betty" (Hicks) Gardner

Died January 08, … More Information
Elizabeth "Betty" (Hicks) Gardner, of Illinois, born in Massachusetts, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 8, 2018.
Obituary published: January 09, 2018 in "Journal Star"

▰ Elbert E "Jake" Gardner

Died September 16, … More Information
Elbert E "Jake" Gardner, age 86 of Danville, Illinois, entered the Kingdom of Heaven September 16, 2000.
Obituary published: September 17, 2000 in "News-Gazette"

▰ Eileen (Kaplan) Gardner

Died November 09, … More Information
Eileen (Kaplan) Gardner, of Chicago, Illinois, went into the presence of the Lord on November 9, 2017. Eileen was 96.
Obituary published: November 10, 2017 in "Chicago T"

▰ Edward W Gardner

Died February 08, … More Information
Edward W Gardner, age 73 of Jacksonville, Illinois, entered into eternal rest February 8, 1997.
Obituary published: February 09, 1997 in "State J-R"

▰ Edward S Gardner

Died December 02, … More Information
Edward S Gardner, of Illinois, born in New York, entered into eternal rest December 2, 1943. Edward was 30.
Obituary published: December 03, 1943 in "Tonawanda News (NY)"

▰ Edward Gardner

Died June 02, … More Information
Edward Gardner, age 50 of Peoria, Illinois, joined the Lord June 2, 2007.
Obituary published: June 03, 2007 in "State J-R"

▰ Edna L (Murray) Gardner

Died December 12, … More Information
Edna L (Murray) Gardner, of Illinois, passed away peacefully December 12, 1998. Edna was 76.
Obituary published: December 13, 1998 in "Park Forest Star"

▰ Edna Gardner

Died February 19, … More Information
Edna Gardner left this earth on February 19, 2016 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Skokie, Illinois.

▰ Edna Mae Gardner

Died October 21, … More Information
Edna Mae Gardner, born July 4, 1921 joined the Lord October 21, 2014 in Springfield, Illinois. Edna was 93. Tags: #Lanier #School #Jackson #Mississippi #Monmouth #Illinois #Calvary #Church #Springfield #Union #South #Francisco #Pilgrim #Mateo #Woodriver #Association #Baptist #State #Christian #Congress #United #Headstart #Lincoln #District #Lizzie #Leslie #James #Gardner #Clifford #Vinnie #Eddie #Deborah #Lorenda #Lewis #Daly #California #Corey #Charles #Cheryl #Oakland #Carl #Carnell #Wylma #North #Street #East #Ridge #Fund #Life #Story
Obituary: Edna Mae Gardner died at the age of 93 at Mills Peninsula Hospital in Burlingame, California on 21, 2014.
She was born on 4, 1921 in Columbia Mississippi in Walthall to Willie Louis and Lizzie Mikell King. She met and married her husband of nearly 50 years, Rev. Lessie V. Gardner, who preceded her in death. were blessed with five children.
She graduated from Lanier High School in Jackson, Mississippi and attended Jackson for one year.
She relocated to Monmouth, Illinois with her husband and was first lady of Calvary Baptist Church. the passing of her husband, she returned to Springfield where she reunited with Union Baptist Church. She relocated to South San Francisco to be near her two daughters in 2005.
She united with the Pilgrim Baptist Church in San Mateo under Dr. Larry W. Ellis. She taught the minister's wives in the Woodriver District Association and also taught in the Baptist General State Convention of Christian Education (Illinois) and the Illinois State Congress of Christian Education. She participated in Church Women United in Springfield, Illinois. Mrs. Gardner was a devout Christian and was active in many phases of church work.
She worked as a teacher's aide for the Headstart Program at Lincoln Elementary School for 14 years in District 186 in Springfield. She was also a licensed beautician, day care provider and homemaker while raising her family.
She was preceded in death by three children, a daughter Lizzie Idella, and two sons: Leslie Willie James Sonny Gardner and Clifford Gardner, one sister Vinnie Hanspard and one brother Eddie King.
She leaves to cherish her memory daughters: Deborah Gardner of Springfield, Illinois and Lorenda Fay (Charles) Lewis of Daly City, California; five grandchildren, Corey Lewis of Daly City, California; Charles Clifford Lewis of Daly City, Cheryl Francell Lewis of Oakland, California; Carl Spencer and Carnell y Lewis both of Daly City, California; 2 great grandsons; one sister-in-law, Wylma King of Jackson, Mississippi and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

A viewing was held from 10:00am to 11:00am at Pilgrim baptist Church, 217 North Grant Street, San Mateo, CA., followed by a service at 11:00am on 29, 2014 with Dr. Larry W. Ellis officiating.

A funeral service conducted by Rev. T. Ray McJunkins will be held at 10:00am on 31, 2014 at Union Baptist Church, 1405 East Monroe, with burial to follow at Oak Ridge . The family will meet friends from 8:30 until the time of service at church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pilgrim Baptist Church Scholarship Fund in San Mateo, CA. or to the Union Baptist Church Scholarship Fund, and please visit the online Life Remembered Story at www.bischandsonfuneralhome.com.

▰ Edna Mae Gardner

Died October 21, … More Information
Edna Mae Gardner, born July 4, 1921 was anxious to meet her Maker and Master October 21, 2014 in Springfield, Illinois. Edna was 93.
Family members and close friends: , Bobbie Arnold, Rubie White, Cheri Hickman/crisp, Leola Gripper, Joann Ashford Burns, Wanda Hatchett, Maxine Levels, Rosemary Nash, Dottie & Willie Washington, Tina Mays Williams, Evelyn Carswell, Connie ( Little ) Sanders, Mary Moore, Teah Mays, Genella Bond, Llewelyn Barton, Gwen Mays, Delores Crawford, Melody Holman

▰ Edith Elizabeth (Huchel)[Broomfield] Gardner

Died May 17, … More Information
Edith Elizabeth (Huchel)[Broomfield] Gardner, 100, of Watseka, Illinois departed this life May 17, 2000.
Obituary published: May 18, 2000 in "Kankakee D-J"

▰ Edith Gardner

Died May 16, … More Information
On May 16, 2000, Edith Gardner, 100 of Watseka, Illinois passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: May 17, 2000 in "Kankakee D-J"

▰ Eddie Sr Gardner

Died August 27, … More Information
Eddie Sr Gardner, of Illinois, born in McGehee, Arkansas, entered Heaven's gates on August 27, 2006. Eddie was 69.
Obituary published: August 28, 2006 in "News Sun"

▰ Ed Gardner

Died May 20, … More Information
Ed Gardner, of Waterloo, Illinois, passed from this life on May 20, 2003. Ed was 56.
Obituary published: May 21, 2003 in "Belleville N-D"

▰ Ed Gardner

Died May 19, … More Information
Ed Gardner, age 56 of Illinois, was anxious to meet his Maker and Master May 19, 2003.
Obituary published: May 20, 2003 in "Belleville N-D"

▰ Earl Gardner

Died December 04, … More Information
Earl Gardner, of Atlanta, Illinois, joined the Lord December 4, 1995. Earl was 55.
Obituary published: December 05, 1995 in "Lincoln Courier"

▰ Douglas J Jr Gardner

Died March 17, … More Information
Douglas J Jr Gardner, 48, went to be with the Lord on March 17, 2001 in Elgin, Illinois.
Obituary published: March 18, 2001 in "C-N IL"

▰ Douglas James Gardner

Died December 21, … More Information
Douglas James Gardner, born April 15, 1927 entered the Kingdom of Heaven December 21, 2015 in Elgin, Illinois. Douglas was 88.

▰ Dorthy R (Yanahan) Gardner

Died June 12, … More Information
Dorthy R (Yanahan) Gardner went into the presence of the Lord on June 12, 2000 in Illinois.
Obituary published: June 13, 2000 in "Chicago Sun Times"

▰ Dorothy June (Mcpherson) Gardner

Died January 16, … More Information
Dorothy June (Mcpherson) Gardner, age 76 of Springfield, Illinois, passed from this world into the next January 16, 1997.
Obituary published: January 17, 1997 in "State J-R"

▰ Dorothy June (Mcpherson) Gardner

Died January 15, … More Information
Dorothy June (Mcpherson) Gardner, of Springfield, Illinois, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home January 15, 1997. Dorothy was 76.
Obituary published: January 16, 1997 in "State J-R"

▰ Dorothy June (Mcpherson) Gardner

Died January 14, … More Information
Dorothy June (Mcpherson) Gardner, of Springfield, Illinois, entered eternal life January 14, 1997. Dorothy was 76.
Obituary published: January 15, 1997 in "State J-R"

▰ Dorothy (Patterson) Gardner

Died March 11, … More Information
Dorothy (Patterson) Gardner, age 88 of Illinois, born in Kansas, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home March 11, 2002.
Obituary published: March 12, 2002 in "Quad-City Times (IA)"

▰ Dorothy (Ary)[Utley] Gardner

Died May 04, … More Information
Dorothy (Ary)[Utley] Gardner, of Illinois, born in Berry, Alabama, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she May 4, 2008. Dorothy was 72.
Obituary published: May 05, 2008 in "C-N IL"

▰ Dorothy (Ary)[Utley] Gardner

Died May 03, … More Information
Dorothy (Ary)[Utley] Gardner, of Illinois, born in Berry, Alabama, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord May 3, 2008. Dorothy was 72.
Obituary published: May 04, 2008 in "C-N IL"

▰ Dorothy "Pat" (Patterson) Gardner

Died March 11, … More Information
Dorothy "Pat" (Patterson) Gardner, of Illinois, born in Kansas, entered the Kingdom of Heaven March 11, 2002. Dorothy was 88.
Obituary published: March 12, 2002 in "Rockford RS"

▰ Doris Marie (Shaw) Gardner

Died September 20, … More Information
Doris Marie (Shaw) Gardner, of Illinois, departed this life Sunday September 20, 2006. Doris was 65.
Obituary published: September 21, 2006 in "Des Plaines DH"
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