Obituary
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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Method of disposition
Burial
Funeral services provided by
Bradshaw & Range Funeral Home
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