Hilliard Gardner Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Hilliard Gardner (Denton, Maryland), who passed away on April 25, 2026 at the age of 89. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Hilliard Gardner to pay them a last tribute.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Hilliard shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Hilliard farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Annie Powell Gardner and James "Ernest" Gardner. He is survived by: his wife Leatha; his son Jason of New Market, MD; his grandsons, Xavier and Alexander; and his pet Clinic. He is also survived by friends and partners.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Caroline County Rabies Clinic (contact the Health Department's Environmental Health Division at (410) 479-8045) or to the National Association for Black Veterinarians (NABVonline.org) to support future veterinarians.