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ERNEST GARDNER Obituary

Ernest H. Gardner, age 68, beloved husband of Eileen Gardner, married 45 wonderful years, died after a long, courageous battle with lung cancer. Father of Lee Gardner and Jennifer (Michael) Weiser; devoted grandfather of Sarah and Rachel Weiser; son of the late Irving and Gretchen Gardner. Graveside Services on May 21 at 1 p.m. at Shalom Memorial Park. Please make contributions to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 16, 2012.

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Paul Hirschfield

December 13, 2012

I am very sad to learn about Ernie's passing. I have many fond memories of him. I offer my sympathies to his whole family.

Vicki McGuar IAAI Past President

May 21, 2012

My prayers are with the Gardner family. Ernie was an outstanding CPA and was always helpful to everyone. He will be missed by all of us at IAAI.

May 18, 2012

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Barbara & Herb Dorfman

May 18, 2012

I wish you all the best. Ernie was a nice person and we had many a good time driving to the IAAI meetings together.

Mitch Polonsky

May 17, 2012

Please except my sincere condolences on the passing of Ernie. He always gave me a welcoming smile at the many IAAI meetings or seminars. His support to both myself and my late husband throughout the years was always welcomed. We will all miss him greatly.

Sharon M. Crownson, IAAI President

Dan & Sandra Setters

May 17, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to Ernie's family. Another of my fellow Past President's has joined his forebearers. I shall miss his counsel and wisdom. He will be missed by his IAAI family as well. Peace be with you.

Sherry Dalgaard

May 17, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I served with Ernie on the board of IAAI. I could always count on him and he was always supportive. I will always remember our many discussions. He will surely be missed.

May 17, 2012

My sincerest condolences to Mrs. Gardnerand her family. I went through the chairs with Enrie as a mentor. i recall the dinners and lunches we had. I am sad to see this fine man pass but proud to be able to call him friend. His input to the IAAI family will be missed.
Robert L Thoma

May 16, 2012

To Ernie's family - My sincere condolences to all of you. Ernie was a good IAAI friend, and actually named me Person of the Year for my second time. He was a hard worker in his CPA work and certified audits.

We will miss him.

Joan C. LeValley, IAAI Past President

IAAI

May 16, 2012

The Independent Accountants Association of Illinois extends its sincerest sympathy to Ernie's family. Ernie was a Past President of the Association, 2004-2005, and current President of his local chapter. He will be greatly missed.

May 16, 2012

Farewell, old friend. Ernie and I were schoolmates, sidekicks, and professional peers for over fifty years. He will be sorely missed.

Barry Epstein

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