William Frederick "Billy" Gardner

I know that Mr. Gardner is in a wonderful place now. He was a kind, giving and loving man. I went to school with Gwen. I had the pleasure of going to a Red Sox game with Gwen and her dad. It was such a wonderful time and a treasured memory. I remember babysitting for Billy Jr. a time or two. My sincere condolenes to the whole family. He will be missed by so many.

One of my favorite baseball cards was the `57 Topps of Billy. Good clear photo with the Yankee Stadium backdrop

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

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.

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...

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.

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.

Our deepest condolences to Barbara and the Gardner family. Lots of childhood memories. Love Karen & Joe Carchidi,

My deepest condolences to the Gardner Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.