Sherman "Black Jesus" Gardner's obituary , Passed away on July 3, 2025 in Gulfport, Mississippi

Sherman "Black Jesus" Gardner

June 17, 1953 - July 3, 2025 (72 years old)

Gulfport, Mississippi

Sherman "Black Jesus" Gardner's obituary , Passed away on July 3, 2025 in Gulfport, Mississippi

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Marshall Funeral Home

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Sherman "Black Jesus" Gardner

June 17, 1953 - July 3, 2025 (72 years old)

Gulfport, Mississippi

Sherman Gardner Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Sherman Gardner of Gulfport, Mississippi, who passed away at the age of 72, on July 3, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Sherman Gardner or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charlie Gardner and Verna Gardner; his grandparents, Wallace and Melvina Haynes; his uncle Wallace Haynes, Jr.; and his aunts, Marilyn, Octavia and Clara Haynes.

He is survived by: his wife Rose Gardner; his children, Alisha Swanier, BreAnna Moore, Mitchell Swanier, Juan Irvin, Alfred Thomas, Jr. and Eric Moore II; his siblings, Carolyn Box (Herman), Darren Gardner and Reggie Gardner; and his mother-in-law Vertia Holmes. He is also survived by his aunt/sister, uncle/brother; 15 grand children; one great granddaughter.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Marshall Funeral Home



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Forrest Heights Baptist Church
5215 Ohio Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501

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