Dear Family, I’m sorry to hear of your father’s passing. May the LORD JESUS CHRIST bring you and your family great comfort during this trying time. I alway enjoyed your father because he was such a nice and engaging man. Please remember all the good times you spent together, any may time bring your souls comfort. 
My sincere condolences, 
Sandy McKinney-Henriquez 
Walter’s daughter

It has been my great honor and privilege to care for you and Mom these past few years. Thank you for being an amazing father, and an example of amazing humanity.

I loved watching the way you lived, the way you raised me, the way you treated my children, the way you showed up for your community through all your charity work.

Thank you for all the acrobatic ways you handled me as a child, throwing me up in the air, which was always so much fun, and catching me as I fell throughout my life. For picking me up, dusting me off, and sending me on my way, again and again.

Thank you for the many camping trips we shared, for coaching me in softball,  for chaperoning my Girl Scout adventures, and for putting up with every instrument I tried and failed to learn how to play.

You have been the most amazing grandfather and great-grandfather. You were always there when my children needed you most.
We love you, Dad. We will miss you always.

Hugs and kisses, Deb

You  all had a wonderful, loving and supportive Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather.  Look to your heart and he will always be there when you need him. Your parents are finally back together and at peace.  I love you all (even the ones I don't know well), how could I not when you had my big brother to love and guide you.

William Gardner was a man of deep faith, boundless generosity, and steadfast devotion to his family and community. A accomplished businessman and salesman, William’s true life’s work was found in the love he gave to others and his enduring commitment to service.
As a devoted son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather, William placed family at the center of his life. Known to be generous to a fault, he gave selflessly of his time, resources, and heart to anyone in need. His warmth, kindness, and open door made him beloved by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
William’s faith was the cornerstone of his life, demonstrated through his decades of dedicated service at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Over the years, he wore many hats within the parish, serving faithfully as an usher, a deacon, and an active member of the Knights of Columbus. Whether welcoming parishioners at the door, ministering to the congregation, or supporting charitable church initiatives, William’s presence was a constant source of strength and comfort to his faith community.
His legacy of kindness, service, and unwavering devotion will continue to inspire all who knew him. He will be deeply missed, forever cherished, and remembered with immense love.

Glamping with Pop and Gramma in Keen in 2021.

Pop being silly when his great grand baby Lulu came to visit in 2024.

Pop, Madison, and his great-grandbaby Aamna laughing together every Sunday in 2026.

OBITUARY

William Robert Gardner

May 20, 1938 – August 15, 2026

Stone Funeral Home

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