David Gardner Obituary
We bid farewell to David Gardner (Grandville, Michigan), born in Caledonia, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 10, 2026 at the age of 78. David touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. 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, Letha M. Gardner (Wood) and Maynard Gardner; his siblings, Donald Gardner and Patsy Downes; and his nephew Chuck Meyers.
He is survived by: his children, Tracy Whitener (Dan), Jack Gardner (Tracy) and Ron Gardner; his grandchildren, Cody (Stefany), Jesika, Katalina (Michael), Forest, Alex (Brianna), Ricky, Ariana (David), Denise, Ryan, Charlotte and Reva; his nieces, Gina Lynn DeVries (Doug), Bonnie Denton (James) and Lori Jean Riemersma; and his nephew Dan Mervau (Pam). He is also survived by eight great-grandchildren.
Those who wish may make memorial contributions to The Wounded Warrior Project (https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org).
