Emmett Gardner Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Emmett Gardner of Champlain, Virginia. Emmett, born on July 18, 1940, passed away on June 13, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Emmett Gardner to pay them a last tribute.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Emmett for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Emmett’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.

He is survived by: his wife Virginia Gardner; his children, Carolyn Melinda Reynolds (James) of Fredericksburg, Arlene Gardner Peyton (Darrell) of North Carolina and Andre'Gardner of Hustle; and his siblings, Moscoe Gardner (Linda) of Tappahannock, Gloria Fortune (Robert) of Hustle, Delphine Johnson (Malchia) of Loretto, Peggy Thomas of Newport News and Mary R. Gardner of Champlain.