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Alfred Gardner Obituary

Alfred M. Gardner, 79, of Roanoke, died on Tuesday, February 24, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ellen Davis Gardner and daughter, Deborah Lynn Gardner. Alfred was a member of New Hope Baptist Church, an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict and was retired from Pepsi Cola. Surviving are his twin daughters, Sharon F. SchImek and Debbie Kay Gardner; granddaughter, Janette Hawks; sister-in-law, Jean Ceola and husband, Joe; brother-in-law, Bob Davis and wife, Wilma; and half sisters, Mary Alice Murphy and Iris Brown; and numerous nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at Oakey's East Chapel on Thursday, February 26, 2009, at 10 a.m., with Dr. Michael Conn officiating. Entombment will follow at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 25, 2009, from 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans, 210 Franklin Road SW, Roanoke, Va. 24011.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Feb. 25 to Feb. 26, 2009.

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Deborah Kay Gardner

March 6, 2009

Father, You have always been in my prayers. You will be missed by all who knew you. Your loving daughter, Debbie Kay Gardner. God blessed Sharon and my life with Mary and your presents.

Deborah Kay Gardner

March 6, 2009

My Prayers have always been with you. Your Loving Daughter,Debbie Kay Gardner

Betty Meador

February 26, 2009

Family of Mr. Gardner,
Mr. Gardner was a kind man. I work at the bank where he visited regularly when he lived in Blue Ridge & I also attend New Hope Baptist Church. He will be missed by all who knew him. God Bless his family.

Darlene McPeak

February 25, 2009

Alfred was always a favorite nephew of my father, Sherman Gardner. I lost touch over the years, but I have fond memories of him as a very kind, gentle man.

Darrell Gardner

February 25, 2009

It was a pleasure to have known
you and share some family memories.
Your cousin.

Sabrina Bondurant

February 25, 2009

My Father was a room mate with Mr. Gardner at the Salem VA. He touched our hearts in just a short time. He could bring a smile to your face, to see him cross his legs Indian style like a six year old and then lean over on his elbows and read his Bible, such a sweet man. May the days ahead lessen your hurt and and be replaced with precious memories and smiles. Mr. Al we love you.

Sincerely
Clifton Wilson

Iris Brown

February 25, 2009

I never considered myself as a half-sister, but a SISTER. I shall miss you. Iris Brown

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