of Weiner, AR
April 10, 1936 - April 12, 2008
Rhea "Jesse" Gardner, Jr., 72, of Weiner died Saturday, April 12 at his residence. He was a retired carpenter and farmer. He served in the Arkansas National Guard from 1953 to 1957 and earned the sharpshooter medal of honor. He was a charter member of the Weiner Christian Church.
Survivors include his wife Leona Mead Gardner of the home; four sons and their wives, Kenny and Carol, David and Donna, Todd and Daria, and Kyle and Wendy Gardner, all of Weiner; five grandchildren Ryan, Blaine, Kyra, Katy, and Kimberly Gardner; and a great-granddaughter, Lainie Pearl Gardner.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Rhea and Mamie Gardner Sr.; and a half sister Lorena Schilly.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 at Roller-Farmers Union Chapel in Weiner with Brother Tim Burgess officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery.
Pallbearers will include Kenny, David, Todd, Kyle, Ryan, and Blaine Gardner.
Honorary bearers will include the Adult Sunday School Class at Weiner Christian Church, Bill Summers, Bob Davis, Ronnie Chatman, Booster Scott, and Benny Ritter.
Visitation will be Monday, April 14 from 5:00-8:00 pm at the funeral home in Weiner.
Those wishing to leave lasting memorials are asked to consider St. Bernard's Hospice, 2813 Forest Home Rd. Jonesboro, AR 72401, Oak Grove Cemetery Fund, or the Weiner Christian Church Building Fund, 321 West 2nd Street, Weiner, AR 72479.
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12 Condolence(s)
Jamar Wood Rose
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
I am so sorry to here of your lose. I think of you often. Over the last 14 years you and your husband have never left my mind. I will keep you in my prayers.
Gayle and Randy Womack
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Kenny, Carol, and Ryan, Just want you to know that we are thinking of you during this time. Jordan spoke so much about PePaw and what a sweet person he was. We regret that we never got to meet him. Please tell your mom that we are also keeping her in our thoughts and prayers.
David & Susan Williams
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Kenny, I'm so sorry we didn't hear about your dad until today. If Susan or I can do anything for you or your family just let us know.
Clarence & Ann Johnson
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Leona, So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Clarence & Ann
Tammy Collier
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Jerry & Brenda Davis
Monday, April 14, 2008
Leona and Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jesse was a special person and will be greatly missed. May God Bless you all.
Barry & Glinda Huber
Monday, April 14, 2008
All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jesse Barker
Monday, April 14, 2008
Sorry for your loss. May God be with you.
Crystal Rankin Bissett
Monday, April 14, 2008
Kenny, Carol & Ryan, I will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. I know that Jesse was a very special man and will be greatly missed.
Sonny & Donna Norsworthy
Monday, April 14, 2008
Leona and Family, So sorry to hear about your loss. May God be with all of you at this time.
Linda(Bowden)Rogers
Monday, April 14, 2008
My prayers are with you. May the Lord comfort you and give you the strength to help you during this time of the loss of your loved one. God Bless, Linda
John, Amanda, Miles & Myla Greeno
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Our Thoughts And Prayers Are With You During This Time. Our Family Will Always Have Good Memories Of Jesse, He Was A Wonderful Man, And He Will Be Missed.