Richard Jay Gardner Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard Jay Gardner of Nashville, Michigan, born in Lake Odessa, Michigan, who passed away on July 7, 2024 at the age of 83. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Jay Gardner to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Richard had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Richard may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Letha Gardner and Delmer Gardner; and his spouse Shirley Gardner (Edgett) of Shirley's Chuckwagon. He is survived by: his children, Jody Swift (Dan), Leann VanAcker and Teresa Hilley. He is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephew.
