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SFC Charles Surgin Gardner (US Army Retired)
1971 - 2020
BORN
1971
DIED
2020
FUNERAL HOME
106 Terrace Drive
DeSoto, Texas
SFC Charles Gardner (US Army Retired) Obituary
On September 14, 1971; Sergeant First Class (SFC) Charles Surgin Gardner (USA, Ret.), was born in Columbia, SC to the proud parentage of Ms. Annie Dell Gardner and Mr. Charles Thompson. SFC Gardner was a recent resident of Glenn Heights, TX.
He attended and graduated from C. J. Johnson Hill School in Columbia, South Carolina. Shortly after graduation, Charles enlisted in the Army where he served our Country for 20 years, retiring in 2014 as a Senior Non-Commission Officer with the rank of Sergeant First Class (E-7).
While in the Army Charles served overseas in Afghanistan and during his military career he earned many combat and peace time related awards, medals, decorations and ribbons.
During and also after his Army career, Charles attended several colleges and earned the following four degrees; an Associates in Liberal Arts graduating Summa Cum Laude, in 2010 a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and in 2014 a Master of Arts Degree and this year (2020) he graduated with a 2nd Master’s Degree.
At the time of passing Charles was employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice where he held the rank of Sergeant.
Charles loved and cherished life. He would awake in the morning with a smile so big that it would literally brighten one’s day. He was always positive and hated to see people being mistreated unfairly. He lived his life with utmost respect for others, loyalty, integrity, dignity, and devotion.
He truly believed in treated people the way he, himself wanted to be treated. Charles left us with unselfish love in heart for his family and contentment with the life displayed by the unselfish life he lived.
Charles was preceded in death by his younger brother; Shelton Orlando Thompson. He leaves to cherish precious and fond memories, his loving wife; Sharon Nicole Gardner, daughters; Serivia “Nook” Gardner, Deandre “Dee”Gardner, sons; Darrell “DJ” Wendell Williams, Jr., Darren Christopher Williams, grandson; Apollo Williams, his mother; Annie Dell Gardner, his father; Charles Spurgeon Thompson, brother; Keith Dewayne Thompson (Donna), five nieces and a plethora of other relatives, friends, Army buddies and current co-workers. Charles will truly be missed by all who knew him.
Memories and Condolences
for SFC Charles Gardner (US Army Retired)
Don Huffman
September 11, 2020
Extremely grateful for the US Army Service of SFC Charles Gardner for our country. Prayers go up to heaven for comfort for his family and many friends in their untimely loss. May he rest in this his last deployment in Heaven with his Lord. Thank you lord for men of character and courage such as this..
d huffman, Army vet, DFW HG member
MANJA BLACKWOOD
July 10, 2020
Rest easy, rest in heaven, I will see you soon enough. Much love and respect
MANJA BLACKWOOD
July 10, 2020
Let's just say I miss him. We had great conversations,last I talked to him on the 19th
Hjalmar Hinojosa
May 28, 2020
Forever with us we honor our loved ones by working twice as hard to love as they did. May his memory guide all to peace and strength everytime.
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Kevin Slade
May 27, 2020
Charles,
I was at a loss for words after I found out you left us. Please know that I will never forget our talks and greetings. Your passing feels different than others. You were different than others. Thanks for being an upstanding person. Salute.
Rest Easy Brother,
Kevin L. Slade, SFC (Ret)
Laura Gutierrez
May 27, 2020
May God bring comfort, peace and beautiful memories to friends & family. RIP my friend Charlie you will truly be missed. See you on the other side Sir.
Carlotta Porterfield
May 27, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Zion Pilgrim Baptist Church of Columbia,South Carolina.Reverend Willie J.Davis,Jr.-Senior Pastor
Camille Mosley
May 27, 2020
My condolences to his entire family! As an Army vet and Slingshot rider I truly am so sorry I have a foundation for fallen bikers in honor of my son. Respect and Protect our Bikers. Please give me a call @ 903-276-4890. I have a love offering to present.
Deborah Harrell
May 27, 2020
To Lil Charles. You have done your Duty and have Done it Well. You have earned your Wings. Now it's time for you to take your Rest Nephew. Rest In Peace. Aunt Deborah and Uncle Tommy.
Brenda Quick
May 26, 2020
To the Thompson family, I send my heart felt condolences to you for the loss of your brother. You are in my prayers
Terrilyn Ross
May 26, 2020
SO SAD FOR YOUR LOSS...
FAMILY MAY GOD COMFORT YOU ALL..
Chaquita Wilmer
May 26, 2020
Keith & Donna my deepest condolences to your whole family. Praying God brings peace to you during this difficult time.
Kathy Ludowig
May 26, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss Sharon. You are your family remain in my thoughts and prayers at this extremely difficult time. Kathy Ludowig, DOMEX-Merrifield
David Gardiner
May 26, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Vanessa Villalva
May 26, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Maria Zepeda
May 25, 2020
My sincere condolences to the family. He was always smiling and had a great attitude. He will truly be missed.
Carri Rodriguez
May 25, 2020
Rest in peace Brother. Our sincerest condolences to his family extended from his Smith Unit family. Prayers for you all.
Arthur & Gladys Davis
May 25, 2020
We are praying for you Sharon and entire Gardner family during this sad time. Please know that you are LOVED and we share in your loss. May GOD continue to guide and comfort you all.
Arthur Davis
May 25, 2020
Dear Sharon and family, We are truly at a loss of words. Charles light will always beam brightly. His footprints are etched in many peoples' lives. He will always live in our hearts and minds. Please accept our condolences. Love, Arthur Davis, Jr & Denine M. Davis
Shawn Bush
May 25, 2020
Gardner was a great man and friend.
Rachel Paredez
May 23, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.Rest in Love Charles.
Jason Burney
May 22, 2020
My most sincere condolences to the family and fellow friends of Mr. Gardner. I'm honored to have had the privilege to work alongside and begin to know Mr. Gardner, even if it was briefly.
Thank you for your service to The United States of America as well as The State of Texas.
Frank Teel
May 22, 2020
A great man and a great co-worker. Our loss is heavens gain.
Gabrielle Springer
May 22, 2020
Sharon we are so sorry for your loss. I know he was a special man and we are keeping you And his family in our thoughts and prayers.
Reynaldo Suarez jr
May 22, 2020
Thank you for your service. I will forever treasure the conversations and laughs we shared. You will be missed rest easy brother we will take it from here.
Glenda Lomax
May 22, 2020
My Friend, My Big Brother you will be Truly truly missed! May you fly high with the heavenly angels RIP!My prayers and condolences to you family!!
Stephanie Brown
May 22, 2020
Deepest sympathy ,praying for the family
Oressa Moreno
May 21, 2020
My sincerest condolences
May 21, 2020
My condolences and prayers to the family. May he rest in peace.
Amy Vega
May 21, 2020
Sending prayers to the family. May Officer Gardner rest.
Yvonne Carr
May 21, 2020
What a pleasure getting to know you and work with you..... I'm already missing you giving me advice and calming me down..... Rest easy my Friend....
Kimberly Pizarro
May 21, 2020
Your smile was great. Im going to miss your shiny boots. Going to miss you brother in grey
N Kirby
May 21, 2020
Rest in Peace, my fellow CO, & Soldier. Thank you for your service... Prayers for your family.
Maria Lopez
May 21, 2020
Officer Gardner you will be greatly missed. Enjoyed my time working with you..... fly high ❤
T Davis
May 21, 2020
Charles, You will be missed! Oh my GOD, please keep the Gardner Family uplifted and comforted during this difficult transition. Rest in Paradise, cousin.
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