Waterford, Connecticut
Jul 19, 1927 – Jan 3, 2024
Waterford - William "Billy" Frederick Gardner passed away peacefully Jan. 3, 2024, at home surrounded by family. He was born July 19, 1927, in New London, to father Leslie Garder and mother Eva Maynard. He married the love of his life, Barbara Carnaroli, in 1952. They were married 71 years.He was...
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One of my favorite baseball cards was the `57 Topps of Billy. Good clear photo with the Yankee Stadium backdrop
Norman Woodward
May 23, 2024 | Other
I had the wonderful privilege of playing for Billy in the 1970s when he was managing the Jacksonville Suns. He taught me much- not only about baseball, but about life. Also, i remember Billy Jr. When he was 6 or 7 years of age, throwing the baseball with his dad. My prayers are for the family, that the Lord will grant you peace. Rev. Danny Haynes
Rev. Danny Haynes
February 08, 2024 | Work
Billy was my first Manager when I signed with the Red Sox in 1971. Went straight to Pawtucket out of the June draft. Had no idea what professional baseball was about. Billy was a great ball player ,person and manager. May God bless the Gardner family during these times. He certainly was the epitome of the old throw back ballplayer. He lived a long life and he will be missed.
Tommy Cason
January 20, 2024 | Work
I'm very sorry to hear of Mr. Gardner's passing. My mother was a classmate of his in grade school and he instantly became my favorite Yankee player when she handed me a personalized, autographed photo from him after she saw him while shopping back in the 60s. I followed "Billy" closely after that and everyone who knew him that I spoke to always had nice things to say about him. I looked at that photo yesterday and felt like an old friend was now gone. I'll have that autograph as long as...
George Blahun
January 19, 2024 | Family
I just became aware ot this today (1/15/2024). Condolences to the Gardner family! May you rest in peace Billy!! Thank you for being a New York Yankee (#12). Ron from Seymour, CT.
Ronald Kozon
January 15, 2024 | Other
My sincere condolences to the Gardner family, fond memories of him at Bobby and Gwen's home, enjoying a cigar and listening to one of the great baseball minds of all time.
Frank Robbins
January 14, 2024 | Friend
Our deepest condolences to Barbara and the Gardner family. Lots of childhood memories. Love Karen & Joe Carchidi,
Karen Carchidi
January 11, 2024 | Family
My deepest condolences to the Gardner Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tim Fitzgerald
January 09, 2024
I had the pleasure of having Billy as my manager in the Royals minor league system for parts of 5 seasons. Loved him as a manager and later as a friend. Great family man. All our prayers and thoughts are with Slick, Babs and all the family. John and Nancy Wathan
John Wathan
January 09, 2024
