Charles R. Gardner Obituary

In loving memory of Charles R. Gardner of Benton, Illinois, who departed this world on June 20, 2025 at the age of 87. Charles leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Gardner and Faye Gardner; his stepparents, Ernie Shoemaker and Grace Gardner; his former wife Gerri Gardner; his son Willie F. Gardner; and his brothers, Gerald Gardner, Donald and Gary Shoemaker.

He is survived by: his sister Nancy Henson (Jerry) of Johnston City; his wife Audrey Geraldine Sullivan of Goreville; his children, Charles R. Gardner, Jr. (Thompsonville), Donna Shoemaker (Darren) of West Frankfort, Ron Gardner (Regina) of Thompsonville and Bob Gardner of Thompsonville; and his grandchildren, Megan Rogers, Misty Gardner, Carma Gardner, Amber Harris, Holly Blades of Brian, Cunningham, Alicia Roeder, Daniel Gardner, Nick Gardner and Amanda Lefler. He is also survived by many lifelong friend, nieces, and nephews.

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