William Emmett Gardner Obituary

The family of William Emmett Gardner (Luverne, Alabama) announces his passing on September 3, 2026. William, born on May 22, 1939, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Emmett Gardner to show support.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember William for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. William’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.

He was predeceased by: his parents, T. E. Gardner and Willie Mae Killough Gardner; and his brother Jimmy Gardner. He is survived by: his wife Linda Ann Welch Gardner; his daughters, Holley Harrington (Tom) of The Woodlands and Heather Benedict (Chad) of The Woodlands, Texas; his grandson Brayden Harrington of The Woodlands, Texas; his siblings, Joyce Hughes of Troy, Lorraine Brooks of Troy, Alabama and Mike Gardner (Laura Lynn) of Blakely, Georgia; his sister-in-law Jennifer "Gina" Welch Owens of Birmingham, Alabama; and his nephews, Chase Carlisle of Luverne and Patrick Owens of Birmingham, Alabama. He is also survived by many other nephews and nieces.