Richard Ernest Gardner

Richard was born, and grew up in Middleborough, Massachusetts. Later, with his wife Jeanne, he moved to Florida to raise his family, but he always remained a New Englander at heart. In his early years he worked at Boutwell Dairy and as a volunteer fire fighter for Trail Park Fire District 7. He then became employed as a professional fire fighter achieving the rank of Captain prior to retiring, after 25 years of service. He was highly respected by so many in both his personal and professional life. Humble, witty and genuine, were words often used to describe him.

Together with his wife and children, Richard built a mountain home in Blairsville, Georgia. His children, grandchildren, and extended family, all cherish memories of spending time at the family cabin. After his retirement, Richard and his wife traveled for many years across the country RVing. They particularly enjoyed time with family and friends in Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, and Maine.

He will be missed by, brother Robert Gardner, son Richard Gardner (Maureen Gardner), son Timothy Gardner (Bev Sickert), and daughter Kathy Gardner Simmons (Charles Simmons), and Kimberly Gardner.

Richard will also be missed by his precious grand-children Brian Ader (Vanessa Ader), Kyle Ader (Erica Ader) Taylor Gardner, Dustin Gardner, Chase Gardner (Katie Homme), Shane Simmons, and Shannon Simmons (Michael Mazourek). His great grandchildren, Flip, Nash, Greyson, Adam and Lilja.

A visitation for Richard will be held Thursday, February 2, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Dorsey-E. Earl Smith Memory Gardens Funeral Home, 3041 Kirk Road, Lake Worth. A prayer service will occur Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 2:00 PM. A committal service will follow Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 3:00 PM at Lake Worth Memory Gardens.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.dorsey-smithmemorygardens.com for the Gardner family.