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Jack Gardo Obituary
Greenville
Jack Marshall Gardo, 87, of Greenville, husband of Guynell Smith Gardo, died Wednesday, November 27, 2013.
Born in Laurens County, he was the son of the late Carl Christopher and Addie Huggins Gardo.
Mr. Gardo served in the US Navy during WWII. Jack was the last surviving member of the crew that rescued JFK from an island in the Pacific Ocean after his boat was destroyed by the Japanese. He was the owner and operator of Greenville Terrazzo since 1958, retiring in 2007 and serving as past President of the SE Territory of the Terrazzo Company.
Jack was a member of Berea First Baptist Church. He served as past President of Greenville Shriners Club, past Potentate of Hejaz Shriners, past President of The South Atlantic Shrine Association and a member of Monaghan Masonic Lodge 251.
He was a loving husband and father who loved to garden and had a green thumb.
In addition to his loving wife of 62 years, he is survived by son, Guy B. Gardo and wife, Brenda; daughter, Jan L. Gardo; granddaughter, Krystal F. Gardo and husband, Shelton Pace; and two great grandsons.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Jackie Nell Gardo.
Visitation will be held Sunday, December 1, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Northwest. The funeral service will be held Monday, December 2, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. in the Northwest Chapel. Entombment will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Park.
Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children, 950 West Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605.
The family will be at the residence.
Condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jack Gardo
Sonny Koski
November 23, 2022
Jan I hope this finds you doing well. Our family is getting smaller, but the memories are getting bigger and getting us through. Kim was a total surprise to me. I did not know that she had a heart problem.
December 9, 2013
A Memorial Gift has been presented to Godwin Heights Baptist Church in memory of Jack Gardo. by Mr. and Mrs. Tom Gibson, 315 Barker Ten Mile Road, Lumberton, NC 28358. This gift will be acknowledged in our weekly bulletin.
December 5, 2013
Jan,
I am so sorry about your dad.I talked to him at length at Jackie's visitation.My thoughts & prayers are with you & your famiLY.
Leonard Hill
Lindy Ausburne
December 4, 2013
If you looked up the word "gentleman" (as southern "gentleman") in a dictionary you would find "see Jack Gardo." I first met Jack back in 1981. He taught me everything I know about Terrazzo as a mentor; but, he was so much more than that .. he was first and foremost my friend for over 30 years. We originally formed our bond during the old Seamco days. His personal integrity, rock solid faith, and sincere desire to "alays do good" was inspiring, with his handshake being as good as gold. Over the past few years his health slid downhill, but his quest for knowledge (keeping up with what was going on in the industry) never waned nor did his sunny outlook on life. May my friend Jack rest in peace with his "legacy" living on in the hearts, memories, and souls of all whose life he touched and left an imprint on. To his family, I pray for you all during this time of great loss ... Jack was one in a million; I'm sure he is looking down from Heaven and proud of you all.
Ginger Reid
December 4, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. We were blessed to know him and have him our lives for so many years.
The Wyatt Family
Bo Best
December 2, 2013
I first met Jack when I was a young boy when my Mother bought a house at Judson, Jack operated a gas service station at the corner of 9th st.I went there to get air in my bike tire. My prayers go to the family.
Dean Davidson
December 2, 2013
Jan and family my thoughts and prayers are with you.
December 1, 2013
Jan, I was very saddened to hear of your fathers passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sonny Koski & Kim Kent
Darryl Cooper
December 1, 2013
Guy and family:
Sorry for the loss of your father. I've not seen you or your family in years but my thoughts are with you and them. God Bless!
Darryl Cooper
Brenda Camden
December 1, 2013
Jan & Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Raymond Walters
November 30, 2013
To our long time friend, Jack Gardo who always had a smile and a story for us. You will be missed greatly by us. Our prayers go out to Guynell, Jan, and Guy. Your friends forever Raymond and Linda Walters
Debbie Moody
November 30, 2013
Dear Guynell, Jan and Guy,
We are sorry for you loss. Jack will always be remembered. Our prayers are with you. May God comfort you through this time.
The Lowe family.
Dean and Tsiania Kearney
November 30, 2013
To the Gardo family and friends; May God comfort you, and fond memories fill your hearts and minds.
Gene and Joyce Stoddard
November 30, 2013
Our deepest sympathy and prayers
November 29, 2013
We will miss this great humorous man and all his stories. Our prayers are with you and all the family.
Love and God Bless,
Jennifer and Martin
Sandy Ball
November 29, 2013
I've had the honor of being a caregiver to Jack & Guynell Gardo. Jack stole my heart from the day I met him, he truely is a treasure. I will keep the family in my prayers and close to my heart always.
Sandy Ball
KATHI STEPHENS
November 29, 2013
JAN,
I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD.I KNOW THIS MUST BREAK YOUR HEART, AND I PRAY FOR PEACE AND COMFORT TO COME TO YOU SOON.
KNOW THAT I CARE.
LOVE,
KATHI HEATON STEPHENS
June Parks
November 28, 2013
The Gardo family has always been a huge part of my life. Jack always had a smile and joke for me. His memory will stay with me forever. My prayers and comfort go to Guynell, Jan and Guy.
Susan Mullinax
November 28, 2013
Praying for your family's comfort.
November 28, 2013
Chuck and Vivian Orr
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