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Charles Gard Obituary
Charles A. Gard, 63 years old, passed away Monday, May 6, 2024 at Brickyard Healthcare – Fountainview Care Center, in Mishawaka.
He was born on May 8, 1960 in South Bend, to the late Donald C. Gard and Zelda "Squeeze" (Zavor) Gard. Charlie enjoyed drawing, fishing, and hunting, especially mushroom hunting.
Left to cherish the memory of Charlie is a daughter, Amy McDonnell and husband Brian; daughter, Kassondra Benson; daughter, Rachel Gard–Temple and husband Justin; daughter, Miranda Wilken; sister, Tara Rerick; brother, Rick Gard; special cousin, Pam Hartman-Michiels, and fifteen grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Brockten Gard, and a granddaughter, Rylee McDonnell.
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Christy Garrison
June 3, 2024
Rih charlie Miss you very much!!!
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Miranda Wilken
May 24, 2024
Miss you and love you and mom both watch over Lexii, Lol I'm, Kamii, Isabella, and I. Life isn't the same without y'all.
Barbara Burdick Sanchez
May 16, 2024
Went to Greene School together, always been a Wonderful friend although our paths did not cross often over the years.
So sorry to hear this.
My Sincerest Condolences to the Family..
Sleep in Peace while awaiting Paradise Chuck
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