John Q. Gardner, 76, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2015 in El Paso, Texas. He is survived by his wife: Maria J. Gardner, sons: Lloyd Michael Gardner, Carlos Sernas, daughter-in-law: Michelle Gardner, sister: Shirley Stevens, and 2 grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 5-9 pm on Thursday, October 15, 2015 at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held at 9:30 am on Friday October 16, 2015 at Restoration Community Church. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Hillcrest Funeral Home 1060 N. Carolina 598-3332.