Nina Gardner

1929 - 2025

Nina Gardner
Barryton, Michigan
03/18/1929 - 01/11/2025
Nina Gardner, 95, of Barryton, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Born on March 18, 1929, in St. Louis, Michigan, she was the daughter of Hiram and Esther (Sheldon) Cooley.
Nina was united in marriage to RJ Gardner, and together they built a life rooted in love, family, and community in Barryton, a place they proudly called home. RJ preceded her in death in 2021, but their enduring legacy continues through their family.
A dedicated professional, Nina worked as a banker and bookkeeper until her well-earned retirement. She found joy in her many hobbies, which included crafting and art, where her skilled hands created beautiful works of inspiration. A lover of reading, Nina cherished the comfort of a good book throughout her life. She was especially talented at crocheting and sewing, creating heartfelt treasures for her loved ones. Her collection of owl figurines reflected her appreciation for life's joys. Above all, Nina's greatest passion was her family, to whom she gave her unwavering love and support.
Nina is survived by her beloved children: Mark (Linda) Gardner, Mike (Keiko) Gardner, Phyllis Love, and Delores Baxter; her grandchildren: Nathan (Sara) Gardner and Mark Gardner; and her great-grandchildren: Emerald, Brooklyn, Brian, and Bane. She also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband RJ, her sister Naoma Perry, and her brother Roger Cooley.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. at the Wheatland Church of Christ in Remus. The family will receive friends beginning at 12:00 P.M. until the time of service. Arrangements are in the care of Daggett Gilbert Funeral Homes, Barryton.
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