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Carole Gardner Obituary

Gardner, Carole M. EAST GREENBUSH Carole M. Gardner, 66, of Rockport Court, died suddenly July 11, 2008 at Albany Memorial Hospital. Born in Eagle Mills, she was daughter of the late Martin Pearson and Caroline (Mittelsted) Pearson DeFreest. She resided in Eagle Mills until the age of seven and then Defreest-ville and since 1989 in East Greenbush and was a graduate of Troy High School. Carole was a receptionist at Miller Animal Hospital in North Greenbush for over 30 years. She was a member of the Blooming Grove Reformed Church in Defreestville and formerly the nursery school board of the church and a member of the Defreestville Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary. Survivors include her daughter, Wendy L. (Derek) Narbon of Rensselaer; her son, Kevin R. Gardner of New York City; a granddaughter, Monica H. Narbon; a stepbrother, Dudley DeFreest; a stepsister, Emmaline DeFreest; and her special friends for 61 years, Beverley Sliter and Shirley Wilde. Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at the Bryce Funeral Home, Inc., 276 Pawling Avenue, Troy with Rev. Carl Hiemstra officiating. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. Interment will be in Elmwood Hill Cemetery. Contributions may be made in memory of Carole Gardner to the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205 or Blooming Grove Reformed Church, 706 Blooming Grove Drive, Rensselaer, NY 12144. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit www.brycefh.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Jul. 13, 2008.

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KAREN TORDOFF

July 18, 2008

WENDY & KEVIN...I JUST HEARD OF YOUR MOM'S PASSING. I AM SO SORRY. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS, MAY YOUR MEMORIES HELP YOU THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME. KAREN & TIM TORDOFF (KYSOR)

Helen & Todd Noeth

July 17, 2008

Wendy,
We saw Tracey Hempstead at Lebanon Valley tonight and she told us about your mom. I will always remember her as a very sweet, caring woman. I will never forget when I stepped on my cat Fluffy's tail and broke the end off. I called the answering service and talked to her and she helped me calm down and told me what to do to try to stop the bleeding. She always seemed the type to go the extra mile for anyone who needed it. Remember all the good times - they will help you and your family get through this difficult time.

Mae and Barbara Draiss

July 15, 2008

Kevin, Wendy and Family
We were so very sorry to learn of the loss of your mom. May the love of all of those around you help you through the days ahead. We are keeping all of you in our daily prayers and thoughts. With sincerest of sympathy.

Unser Family

July 15, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Carol always cared about our pets at Miller Animal Hospital and she will be missed.

Donna Vaine

July 15, 2008

Wendy,
Your Mom was the best, she was there for me when my Mom passed away and we always had a great time with her at your house. My heart goes out to you as I know all to well how it is to lose a Mom so close to you. We will be forever greatful to know your Mom and everything she did for us. I know Dia and Otis will also miss her. You know you can count on me to help you get through these hard time of saddness, we can do this together. All My Love

Susan Evans

July 14, 2008

My thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. Hug each other a lot over the next few days - I think your mother would like that. Susan Evans (David Brown's sister)

Karolyn Dacy

July 14, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Karen Jeffers

July 14, 2008

Kevin, My family's thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am Karolyn Dacy's sister..Karen

Martha Lasher Warner

July 14, 2008

To Carole's Family, I worked with Carole at Answerphone for a few years and with both of us living in East Greenbush we talked more frequently. When my daughter, Liza was murdered, Carole came to Liza's wake and called me periodically to check on me. I will always remember her kindness and I extend my sympathies to your family.
Martha Lasher-Warner

Bob & Annette BISSELL

July 14, 2008

Kevin and Wendy and Family
So sorry for the loss of your Mom.
I hope you know that if you need anything, we are here for you.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Doug & Heather Pelletier

July 14, 2008

Wendy
I'm so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. We will keep you in our thoughts. Keep your chin up and take care of yourself.
Doug

Martha Reed

July 14, 2008

Wendy & Kevin,
Having also just lost my mom, I know exactly how you are feeling. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tracy Hempstead (Earle)

July 13, 2008

Dear Wendy and Kevin and Family

I am very sorry to hear about your mom.. She was a great lady. We will miss her.. If you need anything to me know. once again very sorry about your mom

Julie and Donald Bink

July 13, 2008

To Carole's Family:
We were very saddened to read of Carole's passing. We had gotten to know Carole over the last 15 years at Miller Animal Hospital. Her caring and professionalism made us feel welcomed and we admired the way in which she handled our many pet "concerns." She will be truly missed and remembered with great fondness. You will all remain in our prayers.

Erin & Madison Marr

July 13, 2008

Wendy, Kevin & Family,
Your mom was a wonderful, caring and compassionate woman and will be sorely missed by all who knew her from Miller Animal Hospital. My condolences to you and your family.

faith&ron vanbaaren

July 13, 2008

wendy kevin derick
i am so sorry to hear of your lost . if there is any thing i can do please let me know . i know how much you are hurting,it dose get easier but the hurt that you feel will not. my love to all of the family and god bless . (wendy please take care of yourself) love,

Joe & Beverly Eates

July 13, 2008

My husband Joe and I remember Carole well, from Miller Animal Hospital. She was always so caring to us and loving to our little "Gigi". She will be missed. Our Sincerest Condolences.

doreen draiss

July 13, 2008

wendy, kevin & family,

my deepest sympathy .

your mother was a kind, gentle & caring person. i know she will be missed by us all.
she'll be in my heart forever.

please, if i can do anything for you. call me.

my thoughts & prayers to all of you.

doreen

Sandy & Dick Roberts

July 13, 2008

To the family of Carole,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, what a wonderful caring person she was....May God be with you through this difficult time of need...

Sandy & Dick Roberts

July 13, 2008

To the family of Carol,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, what a wonderful caring person she was....May God be with you through this difficult time of need...

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