Rohnert Park, California
Kenneth "Kenny" Gardner Sr. Passed away peacefully in Rohnert Park, Sunday, December 5, 2010 with his loving family and friends at his side at the age of 64. Devoted husband to Sheila for 32 years, adored father of Kenny Gardner Jr., Brian Gardner, Michele Gardner-Kelley and Gregory Gardner. Loving brother of Ed Gardner, cherished grandfather of Angelina, Shirel, David, Natalie, Kenny III, Katelyn, Dale and one on the way. Great-grandfather of Isaiah, Arturo, Antonio and another one on the way. Father in law of Sylvia Gardner and Tom Kelley. Son of Ed and Helen Gardner (both deceased), loyal son in law of Frank (deceased) and Alice Adragna. Brother in law of Al Adragna and Kim Adragna. He is also survived by numerous other family members and many, many dear friends. Kenny was born and raised in San Francisco and has been a longtime resident of Rohnert Park. He retired from Aramark in Marin County as a Sales Representative. He was an active member of the Teamster Local Union #624 and the B.P.O.E. Lodge #1108 in San Rafael. He was also a member of the Board of Directors for DAAC. He touched the hearts and lives of everyone he knew with his genuine smile and laughter. Friends are invited to attend vigil service Friday, December 10, 2010 at 7PM and Funeral Mass, Saturday, December 11, 2010 at 10:30AM both will be held at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4595 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park. Private interment. Additional information, organizational donations in his memory may be made online at adobecreekfuneralhome.com. We will be having a reception and "Celebration of Life" event on January 8, 2011 at 1:00 PM at The Elks Lodge in San Rafael, CA CHEDA & LYONS - Directors 707-789-9000
Read MoreYou would be proud of your son Kenny Gardner Jr. He is a great husband to my sister Sylvia and is loved by all of the Viera family.
Olga Leon
December 01, 2019 | Antioch, CA | Family
Ken was one of a kind and I know that everyone who met him felt that way! Whenever I think of him I can see his big smile. He will be forever missed.
Heather Trapp
December 16, 2010 | Hackensack, NJ
Dearest Sheila,
We are in total shock to hear of Kenny's passing.
I will always remember how he loved showing off your swimming pool and backyard, (and the rest of the house) whenever I wanted to come and show it to my visiting family members. What a kind heart, sweet soul and warm, funny sense of humor Kenny had.
We will miss shmoozing at yard sales.
Sheila, we are only a few doors away. Please do not hesitate to come by whenever you need or want to.
Kenny will...
Pamela Fender
December 11, 2010 | Rohnert Park, CA
dear sheila and family, we will all miss kenny so much, and i'm so glad we got together and connected these last few months! that was such a blessing. ken was so blessed to have such a large family!like you said he,s in a better place and making all the angels laugh i'm sure. love you judy canales and jay.
judy canales
December 11, 2010 | San Mateo, CA
Dear Sheila,
My sincerest sympathy to you and your family.
My memories of Kenny growing up always put a smile on my face, he was always so happy and energetic.
I am so very sorry for your loss...my prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Arlene Bin-Di Nitto
December 11, 2010 | South San Francisco, CA
Sheila, we were shocked to hear about Kenny's passing. We are so very, very sorry for your loss, Kenny was indeed a wonderful, loving, kind, funny guy.
The service tonight was very moving, he was obviously loved by many.
We wish you and your family much comfort in knowing how much he and you all are truly loved.
John & Nicki Nikula
December 11, 2010 | Santa Rosa, CA
Shiela and Ed
So sorry to hear of your loss.Kenny's smile and laghter will be missed by anyone who ever knew him.
Debbie Hart. Clearlake Oaks Ca.
December 10, 2010
sheila and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Kenny. He will be missed, but always remembered. He was a great guy always making jokes. our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tiffany and family
Tiffany
December 09, 2010
Im so sorry to hear of your lose,i wish i could have been there last weekend to say good bye kenny always went out of his way to make me feel comfortable were ever it was he always took the time out to make me laugh i loved to see his Happy face he loved and adored you soooooooo much.I will truely miss him as much as everyone else,GOD BLESS
Sandra Harden aka Braden
December 09, 2010 | Clearlake Oaks, CA