Mueller Funeral Home

Gary G. Gardner

07/08/1946 - 12/20/2016

Gary G. Gardner, age 70, of Winneconne, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, December 20, 2016. He was born July 8, 1946, in Milwaukee to the late William and Olive (Starke) Gardner. Gary was a graduate of Milwaukee Area Technical College. On April 22, 1972, he married Gail Hebert in Milwaukee. For many years he worked in automotive sales and electronics. Gary was a handyman, always tinkering with something, and he liked tearing down walls and remodeling. He loved his Corvette and enjoyed the rides with his fellow members of the Fox Cities Corvette Club. Gary truly loved spending time with his children and his pride and joys were his five grandchildren; the "3 Dollies", "Bo Man", and "Mr. T." He enjoyed watching their numerous activities and time spent boating. Gary was a member of Lord of the Lakes Lutheran Church, Winneconne, where he had worked as a custodian.
Gary will be greatly missed and is survived by his wife of 44 years, Gail Gardner, of Winneconne; two children and their families, Gina and Dean Nikodem, and their daughters Paige and Sydney, of Butte des Morts; Guy and Cami Gardner, and their children Bo, Neela, and Theo, of Larsen. He is also survived by two brothers, three sisters-in-law, and a brother-in-law, Ken and Karen Gardner, of Pewaukee; Bill and Lois Gardner, of Winneconne; Patty and Marv Pohl, of Appleton; and nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
A visitation for family and friends will be on Thursday, December 22, 2016, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Lord of the Lakes Lutheran Church 6090 Harbour South (corner of Hwy 116 and Harbour South) Winneconne. Visitation will continue on Friday, December 23 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the church. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 11:00 a.m. at the church with Pastor Kevin Heffernan officiating. Cremation will follow and inurnment will be in the Winneconne Cemetery.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Klinkhammer, Dr. Gremminger, and LaDonna from Fox Valley Hematology and Oncology, the Affinity Hospice staff, and Pastor Kevin and their church family for all of the care, concern, and support shown to Gary and them, and a special thank you to Lyn Strohmeyer for being there in their time of need.
If you wish please submit online condolences to muellerfuneralhomeinc.com.

Guestbook

Robert Sisson wrote on December 28, 2016
I was sad to get the news of Gary's passing. He was a gentle, kind and wonderful friend. I enjoyed our time spent together at Fox Vettes activities. Sorry that I was not in town to pay my respects.

Mary Jaynes wrote on December 23, 2016
Gina and Guy, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. Your children were blessed to have such a wonderful grandpa. Prayers for comfort and peace for your families.

Janine Brantley wrote on December 23, 2016
Sending my deepest sympathy. May the special memories you share give you peace and comfort in the days ahead. He will live forever in your heart.

Davee & Merc Schmidt wrote on December 23, 2016
Gail & family: We always enjoyed Gary's enthusiasm for life. Our sympathy to you and the family.

Mary Jaynes wrote on December 23, 2016
Gail, I offer a prayer for peace and a wish for consolation. Thinking of you in your sorrow with deepest sympathy.

Al Strauss wrote on December 22, 2016
Gale and family=my sincere condolences on your loss. I didn't know Gary well but he always seemed to be just a wonderful man. It was so glaringly obvious how much he loved his wife and family, especially the grandkids. May he rest in peace.

Nancy Maas Jansen wrote on December 22, 2016
So sorry for your loss, I was sorry to hear of his battle from sister-in-law Merc and even sorrier to hear he had lost the battle. My thoughts are with you and your family, Gail.

Jenny, Jeff, Kalyn & Macy Brand wrote on December 22, 2016
Uncle Gary will truly be missed. We will always remember the fun Uncle Gary brought to every occasion. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Love you!!!

Mike Olson wrote on December 21, 2016
I have countless memories as a teen hanging out with Gary & his family. What a blessing. I am so thankful for the time God gave Gary here and for the chance to see him shortly before his passing. His eyes lit up when he spoke of his children & grandchildren. God's blessings to you Gail, Gina & Guy. With love, Mike.

Alana and Richard John wrote on December 21, 2016
Gary was a wonderful man with a wonderful wife and family, he will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.

Jenny, Rami & Julia Ibrahim wrote on December 21, 2016
So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was a great neighbor, and he will be missed.

Judy Ziegler wrote on December 20, 2016
I am so very sorry for your loss, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Gary will certainly be missed.

Bill and Lynn Barrett wrote on December 20, 2016
Our thoughts are with you Gail. Gary was such a gentleman and we enjoyed our time with him. Though we are not able to be there in person, we are with you in our thoughts.