John Gardner Obituary
He was the beloved husband of the late Frances (Albert) Gardner; devoted father of Eliot Gardner of Maryland, Alan Gardner of Dennisport, and Robert Gardner and his wife, Nancy, of Harwich; dear grandfather of Joshua B. Gardner, Lyndsay and Lauren Gardner; and loving brother of the late Arnold Gardner and Ada Goldfine. He was also lovingly survived by nieces and nephews.
Services will be private.
Memorial observance will be omitted.
Remembrances may be made to the Juvenile Arthritis Foundation, 29 Crafts Street, Newton, MA 02460.
Arrangements are by the Brezniak-Rodman-Levine-Briss Funeral Directors, Newton.
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harold martin
September 27, 2007
TO THE GARDNER FAMILY my thoughts and prayers are with all the family
Tom Upton
September 27, 2007
I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. He was a remarkable man.I am honored to have known him, and I will never forget him.....
Tom Upton
Audrey Ostby
September 26, 2007
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT OUR DEAR FRIEND AND NEIGHBOR........I THINK ABOUT HIM AND FRAN OFTEN
SINCERELY,
AUDREY OSTBY
Bill Merrigan
September 26, 2007
Hi Bob: I know how proud you were of your father from the many conversations we've had over the years. I have no doubt he was just as proud of you. I'm truly sorry for your loss.
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Kevin Byrne
September 26, 2007
You should take solace in that your Dad lived a long life and touched many people's lives. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Andy Detwiler
September 26, 2007
Hi Bj,
Sorry to hear of your loss. I have nothing but great memories of my time at Pates - we worked hard and played even harder. I know you will miss your dad and hope he passed peacfully. Warmest regards, Andy
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