He is survived by one brother, Lynn Gardenhire of Fort Smith; and step-father Warren Gardenhire of Barling, two nieces, one nephew, one great niece, many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother Elizabeth Gardenhire and two brothers, Donny and John Gardenhire.
Memorial service will be Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at 10:00 AM in the Edwards Funeral Home Chapel. Services and cremation are under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home.