Matthew Gardner Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Matthew Gardner of Grafton, Ohio, who passed away on October 29, 2025 at the age of 63. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Matthew Gardner to pay them a last tribute.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Matthew had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Matthew may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Donald M Gardner and Rebecca M Gardner; and his brother David N Gardner. He is survived by: his siblings, Donald M Gardner Jr. [Anna], Douglas M Gardner [Cheryl], Mark A Gardner [Kathy], Rebecca J Smith [Steven] and Marilyn S Cotton [Nick]. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

The family suggests donations in memory of Matthew to Hospice of the Western Reserve or a charity of choice.