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The world became a brighter place when, on January 21, 1934, when John Lee Gardner was born to Ed and Leona Nash Gardner. One of nine children, John Lee Gardner, aka Johnny Gardner, would grow to be loved and adored by family and every community he graced. Though his departure on February 16th was a sad day, we rejoice knowing he has joined his wife and Heavenly Father.

Johnny L. Gardner was a man of …

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Community Involvement

Church

Attendee of

Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church

Volunteered for

Volunteer of

The National Urban League

Civic Organization
Volunteer of

NAACP

Civic Organization

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What were John's favorite sports teams?
The beloved Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bulls.
The beloved Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bulls.
The beloved Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bulls.
What were John's favorite ways to exercise?
A champion boxer in his youth, he spent his adult years riding his exercise bike, el…
A champion boxer in his youth, he spent his adult years riding his exercise bike, elliptical m…
A champion boxer in his youth, he spent his adult years riding his exercise bike, elliptical machine, and walking
What were John's favorite games to play?
Bid Whist and Spades card games
Bid Whist and Spades card games
Bid Whist and Spades card games
What were John's favorite movies?
Loved the western genre of movies, especially if they contained Clint Eastwood or Jo…
Loved the western genre of movies, especially if they contained Clint Eastwood or John Wayne.
Loved the western genre of movies, especially if they contained Clint Eastwood or John Wayne.

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Born

January 21st, 1934
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Passed away

February 16th, 2024
Waukegan, IL

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Method of disposition

Burial

Final resting place

Northshore Garden of Memories

1801 Green Bay Road, North Chicago, IL 60064
Bradshaw & Range Funeral Home
Funeral services provided by

Bradshaw & Range Funeral Home

Houston Hospice
Hospice care provided by

Houston Hospice

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