Gardner C. Pomper
November 27, 1956 - November 12, 2016
York
Gardner Campbell Pomper, 59, died Saturday, November 12, 2016 at his home. He was the husband of Gale L. (Payne) Pomper and together they celebrated 23 years of marriage. Born in Plainfield, NJ on November 27, 1956, he was the son of the late Anthony W. and Hortense "Tenna" (Head) Pomper also of York.
For many years he was a self-employed computer programmer and along with his good friend, Greg Hogg, is credited with creating the first online multi-player game. 'Lords of Space' was released by their company, Games Computers Play in the early 1980s on the Atari platform before the advent of the IBM PC. Gardner received both his B.S. and Master's Degree in electrical engineering from Virginia Tech. He was also an avid sailor, tennis player and enjoyed playing Bridge with his wife and friends.
In addition to his wife Gale, he is survived by a daughter, Clara E. Pomper of York; and brother, Brooks K. Pomper of York; six nieces and nephews, Brodie, Bryce and Alex Pomper, David Wright, Michelle Pereni and Suzanne Kleinschmidt.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, November 18, 2016 at 1 p.m. at the Etzweiler Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York. Visitations will be held on Thursday, November 17, 2016 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 12:30 to 1 p.m. both at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the York Health Foundation for Cancer Patient Help Fund, 50 N. Duke Street, 2nd Floor, York, PA 17403.
Arrangements by the Etzweiler Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, York.
www.etzweilerfuneralhome.com

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Published by York Daily Record on Nov. 16, 2016.

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Alex Pomper

June 13, 2024

Uncle Gardner was a kind, brilliant soul. I still think of him often and I joyfully carry his memory with me. He was far a kinder soul than my dad (his brother), and his untimely death proves the indiscriminate nature of life and death in this world.

I am SO glad that we were all able to get together for a nice family dinner a week or two before he suddenly passed.

Love you, miss you, rest easy Uncle Gardner-- you were a true one of a kind! As they say in Game of Thrones, "We shall never see his like again."

Ron Miara

November 11, 2022

I didn't know Gardner too long, but I clearly remember him as a happy/jolly fellow. I loved our brief chats back at work.

Gary Windham

November 10, 2022

I always enjoyed working with Gardner. He was a cool guy and wrote some software to help me keep tabs on my operation. I was lucky to sit near him at work and I think of him on occasion. Warmest regards to his wife, who I was lucky to meet.

Roberta Watts

November 19, 2016

Dear Gayle and Clara,
We were shocked to hear of Gardner's passing. I have great memories of sailing in the Bahamas and planning your home improvements with him, you and Clara. I pray that you are well and hope that we can help somehow.
Love,
Roberta and Rick Watts

Judy H.

November 18, 2016

Gale,
We send our heartfelt prayers for you and your family. May the Lord carry and comfort you like no words can do. We are here for you.

In Love,
Judy and Andy

Judy Hunt

November 18, 2016

Gale,
Our heartfelt prayers go out for you. I pray the Lord carry and comfort you more than words can say. Know that we are here for you.

In love,
Judy and Andy

Jacob S

November 17, 2016

Got to spend the past 2 years working with Gardner. Being an avid gamer myself it was always fun to stop by to get his prospective on gaming. You will be missed.

Jim McCorkle

November 17, 2016

Over the past year Gardner had been working to re-architect the project that I work on. During this time myself and many others came to know what a great thinker he is and we gained great respect for his technical expertise. He demonstrated such dedication and seriousness to his profession, but he also brought us joy with his sense of humor. I wish I would have had time to get to know him more. This is a sad time, and yet it is also a time to be thankful to God that He gave us Gardner.

Karen and Earl

November 17, 2016

Gale and

Gale and Clara we were extremely sorry to hear of the passing of Gardner. If there is anything we can do to help at this time please let us know. May God hold you in his hand.

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November 17, 2016

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

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Lam Bui

November 16, 2016

Gardner,

I was so sorry to hear of Gardner's death and I want to express my most sincere sympathies to you and the family during this difficult time.

Gardner was a wonderful co-worker who understood the meaning of the word "team" He was always more focused on the good of project than on his own benefit. He made many great contributions to many projects and advanced it move forward in numerous ways. His work here will not soon be forgotten.

Please accept my sincere condolences for you and the family. He will be greatly missed and everyone here at work is saddened by his death. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and his family and friends during this difficult time.

With sincere sympathy,

Lam Bui

Adrienne Belmonte

November 16, 2016

So sorry for the loss of Gardner.

Ron Miara

November 16, 2016

Rest in peace, my friend. I only knew you as a work colleague for a short time, but you brightened up my day every time I came by to chat with your endless wit and humor. I offer my sincere sympathy to your family. You will be missed.

Gary Windham

November 15, 2016

Gardner was my recent colleague and a great guy to work with (and around). He wasn't assigned to my project but he wrote some clever code that helped me immensely - all without any recognition other than my own grateful thanks. I had the good fortune to meet his lovely wife Gale and work with her in a small way. I'm so sorry to hear of his loss and offer my heartfelt condolences to his family. I know he will be sorely missed.

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