Arthur Gardner's Obituary
Arthur Gardner, 77, a resident of Homewood in Martinsburg, Pennsylvania, succumbed to cancer at his home surrounded by his family on Monday, December 10. Art was born in Pittsburgh, son of the late Arthur and Mary (Wolf) Gardner.
Surviving are his beloved wife of 55 years, Lynn; son Jeff (wife, Julie) of Atlanta, GA; daughter Laurie Drysdale (husband, Jim) of Martinsburg, PA; sister Lois Rigdon (husband, Ronnie) of Indianapolis, IN; and adored grandchildren Joshua and Hayden.
Art retired from a 30+ year career at Fisher Body and then enjoyed 25 years being self-employed doing home repairs and maintenance. He treasured the time he spent every summer for over 30 years at Raccoon State Park serving at Camp Concern. He most enjoyed just spending time with family and friends. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend and will be greatly missed.
Friends will be received from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, December 12, at the Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, 301 Curry Hollow Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 13, at 11:00 am at the Whitehall Church of Christ, 215 Streets Run Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Art’s life.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to one of the following would be appreciated: Whitehall Church of Christ, 215 Streets Run Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236 or Camp Concern, 5326 Fieldcrest Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236.
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