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Daddy, you are never forgotten and always greatly missed by your family. You died too young, but left is with many memories of your bad puns, long walks, deep conversations, passing on your love of books, chocolate, music, The Cubs, road trips, camping and so much more. We love you so much!

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Obituary

John "Jack" Harry Gardiner passed away on August 26, 1980. He was born on November 28, 1928, to the late John Roy Gardiner and Elizabeth Stock Gardiner. Jack lived a fulfilling life filled with love, humor, and immense kindness.

Jack is survived by his spouse, Anne Barker Gardiner, to whom he was married in 1967, and their children, Julia Barker Gardiner, John Bradley Gardiner, and David Barker Gardiner. He also leaves behind his sisters, June …

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Buddhist Place of Worship

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Buddhist teachings, Eastern Philosophy in later life

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What causes did Jack care about most?
Children's charities and Animal welfare
Children's charities and Animal welfare
Children's charities and Animal welfare
What were Jack's favorite vacation spots?
Anywhere with his family but especially the beach
Anywhere with his family but especially the beach
Anywhere with his family but especially the beach
What were Jack's favorite ways to exercise?
Walking, tried jogging on the beach and got shin splints for his trouble, loved swim…
Walking, tried jogging on the beach and got shin splints for his trouble, loved swimming, hors…
Walking, tried jogging on the beach and got shin splints for his trouble, loved swimming, horseback riding
What were Jack's favorite ways to spend free time?
Camping, long walks with the family dogs, reading spy thrillers, riding bikes with h…
Camping, long walks with the family dogs, reading spy thrillers, riding bikes with his children
Camping, long walks with the family dogs, reading spy thrillers, riding bikes with his children

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Born

November 28th, 1928
Oak Park, IL
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Gained a sibling, June Gardiner Ramer

1930
Chicago, IL
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Graduated from high school

1946
J. Sterling Morton High School District 201, IL

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John "Jack" Gardiner