Jason “Jay Bird” Gardner, a native of Camden, South Carolina and a resident of Baton Rouge passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at the age of 42. He was a son, father, brother, uncle, nephew and friend to many who will be greatly missed. He was all about the “U” which he was the world’s biggest Miami Hurricanes fan but above all loved his family, especially his children whom he adored! He is survived by his mother, Gloria Gardner; one daughter, McKayla Thompson; one son, Connor Gardner; one sister, Amanda Hughes and one niece, Desirae Hughes. He is preceded in death by his father, Terry Gardner; and maternal grandparents, Carol and Mae Hasty.
A Memorial service will be held on Monday, February 24, 2020 for 6:00 pm at Life Church, 9036 Florida Blvd., in Walker, LA. Pastor Val Taylor will be officiating. Reception to follow. If you would like to send the family condolences, please sign the online guestbook at www.oursofh.com