Colby Joseph Gardner, son of David and Kayley (Carrier) Gardner, was born sleeping on February 28, 2022. Colby is survived by his maternal grandparents, Eric and Kelly Carrier, his paternal grandparents Kevin and Kim Gardner, Uncles and Aunts Jordan and Amie Gardner, Benjamin and Alicia Martino, first time Uncle Eric Carrier and Aunt Lindsey Carrier, and his cousins Nathaniel, Liam, Quentin, and Brooklin, and his fur-sister, Maggie-Mae. Through the act of tissue donation, little Colby became a hero as he was able to give the gift of life and potentially save two other precious babies in need. We love you Colby, and will always remember our beautiful baby boy. Service for Colby will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Colby to New England Donor Services through their website at https://neds.org/give/. To leave an online expression of sympathy, please visit www.dellavecchiasouthington.com.