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Jana Kathleen Lowery Gardner

1967 - 2012

Jana Kathleen Lowery Gardner obituary, 1967-2012, Fort Worth, TX

BORN

1967

DIED

2012

Jana Gardner Obituary

Jana Kathleen Lowery Gardner, 45, died Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, as the result of an accidental drowning. Memorial service: A private service will be held Saturday, August 25. Jana Gardner was born Jan. 30, 1967, to Jan David and Glenda L. Lowery in Fort Worth. Jana grew up in Fort Worth and graduated from Southwest High School. She moved to Houston where for many years she was employed as an auto collision adjuster, later becoming a licensed real estate agent. She returned to Fort Worth approximately three years ago. Jana never met a stranger. We knew and will never forget Jana's bright, shining eyes, and her infectious laugh and beautiful smile. Jana's endless loving heart will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered. Survivors: Sons, Kyle and Max Gardner; former husband, Chris Gardner; sister, Dawn Lowery; father, J.D. Lowery and wife, Paulet; mother, Glenda Phipps and husband, Carl; grandparents, John and Ruth LeMond and Tabithia Blackwood; special friend, Frank Stutes; nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends; and her special furry friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Aug. 19, 2012.

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Jennifer Larance-Shue

August 25, 2012

Jana was a wonderful woman and I will always remember her laugh. Our prayers go out for all who loved this amazing woman that God may comfort your heart during this loss and bring you joy in her memories.

kathy gardner

August 22, 2012

Jana will be remembered by so many people and will be carried in our hearts forever.

Jocasta Daniels

August 21, 2012

Jana was a character! I only met her a few times, but she always managed to put a smile on my face!! She will be missed! My condolences to her family!

Kimberly Hein

August 21, 2012

To Dawn and family....please know that my thoughts are with you all and how very sorry I am for your loss.

Missy Gasca

August 21, 2012

I am so sorry to hear this sad, sad news. My prayers to Glenda, Dawn, Ash, and the whole family. Jana is one in a million and she will always be missed!

Ann Hunter

August 20, 2012

Jana was a delight ,effervescent,charming and gregarious individual who always made everyone feel that they were special.I am so sorry for your loss.

Liz Evans-Dickey

August 20, 2012

On behalf of the Evans family, we would like to express our condolences to the Gardner family. Mrs. Jana was one of a kind and she will be missed dearly.

Pam Williams

August 20, 2012

So sad! Prayers for the family.

Lexi Cantu

August 19, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. It saddened me to hear of Jana's passing, and I truly do feel for you. I hope that you are able to find comfort from your friends, family, and especially God, who invites you to "throw your burden" upon him. (Psalms 55:22) I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

August 19, 2012

I am thinking of you all in the time of loss. She was a wonderful person. You all our in my thoughts and prayers.
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Ashlie Minze-Tolliver

August 19, 2012

My Aunt Jana was such a happy and loving person! We miss her so very much and our family thanks you all for your kind words and condolences.

g m

August 19, 2012

My condolences to the family of Ms. Gardner. May the GOD of all comfort provide you with whatever is needed so you can cope with your great loss. Also there will be an end to all causes of death and the heartaches it brings.

Tami

August 19, 2012

I went to highschool with Jana. I'm really sorry to hear of her passing. Thoughts and prayers go out to her family.

Melody Tate

August 19, 2012

I was so saddened to hear this. My thoughts and prayers to Dawn and the family.

Adina Rich

August 19, 2012

Jana was the sweetest person and I am sorry to hear of her passing. I went to high school with her and know she will be missed. Heaven received a very special angel!!

Glen Schulz

August 19, 2012

We will all miss her and her bubbly personality. She had a smile for me every time we saw each other and she was always kind and generous. God bless her family at this sad time.

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