I’m visiting family in NC and saw the notice about Kenny. While I live in OKC now , I have many fond memories of working with KENNY and George on news events about RRAD when I worked in  the Public Affairs office there.  He was such a kind man and I know he will be greatly missed. Blessings to the family during this difficult times. Love in Christ, DeeR.

I just accidentally learned of Kenny’s death. I am so very very sorry!  What a wonderful man he was. Kind, considerate, funny, and always the consummate professional. We met when he was a Channel 6 studio cameraman and I danced on the local teen show. He made me famous! And to this day, people remember. In his years as GM, I often had a half-hour Sunday morning show to highlight whatever career I happened to be in at the time (at least three over those years). Kenny was an extraordinary man. My deepest condolences for your loss. It’s mine as well.

I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Gardner at East Funeral Home.  Kenny was a good friend and co-worker. He always had stories to tell, often about his time as a police officer. You couldn't ask for a nicer person. My condolences to the family.        Jake G.

Teri,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine what you’re going through at this time. While I won’t be able to attend your daddy’s service or the visitation, please know that you and your family will be in my prayers daily to our Heavenly Father for peace and for comfort.
Lisa McCloskey Watson

Backyard over the fence neighbors for 44 years. Kenny snd my husband Jim  Foster visited many times over the years. May they continue to visit in Heaven.

Kenneth was the oldest of 6 grandkids. I am the youngest, 17 years between us. He would lift me up so high. I always thought he was the tallest  in our family. 
 He raised squirrels when he was young. I member going to DeQueen and helping him to feed them. When they got big enough, he let them go. I will always remember him. He is heaven with all the family. RIP
Kenneth, LO VE you

So sorry to read  about Kenny,  I remember those  days  when he  worked at  channel 6 studio.  When I was president of the Texarkana Jaycees, I went there many times to do a presentation of the chapters activities, and he would  do the recording for the coming presentation, he was always so perfect in getting everything  in proper order!  I  looked forward to  working with him, as he was very respectful, and  always   had  a very uplifting way in getting things done! He was a very good hearted man! May God  bless the  family in the days and years to come! He will be missed by all who knew him!
Earl  Stout
Past President Texarkana Jaycees
Genoa Ark

My thoughts and prayers for Chuck and Terri, and their families during this time of loss. Always enjoyed my visit Kenny down thru the years.  He loved his family very much and will be missed.  
May God comfort all the Gardner family.

So sorry to hear about Kenny's passing. I thoroughly enjoyed working for Kenny at channel six back in 1982. He taught me so much about the television business. 

RIP Kenny.

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William "Kenny" Kenneth Gardner

January 22, 1935 – October 1, 2024

East Funeral Home

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