John Gardner's obituary , Passed away on October 20, 2025 in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania

John Gardner

1953 - October 20, 2025

Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania

John Gardner's obituary , Passed away on October 20, 2025 in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Nat Gawlas Jordan Funeral Home

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John Gardner Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to John Gardner of Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. John left this world on October 20, 2025, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Gardner to show support.

Though John may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those John touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George Gardner and Marguerite Bonner Gardner. He is survived by: his children, Sean Gardner, Christopher Gardner, Erin Emmel (Michael) and Kaitlyn Gardner (Graham); and his sister Marguerite Giuanta. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 25th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the North End Slovak Citizens Club (635 N Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 25th 2025 from 7:00 PM to 7:45 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Nat Gawlas Jordan Funeral Home



Sat

Oct 25

Visitation

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

North End Slovak Citizens Club
635 N Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705

Sat

Oct 25

Celebration of life

7:00 PM - 7:45 PM

North End Slovak Citizens Club
635 N Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705

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