of Clinton, AR
March 29, 1938 - October 1, 2014
Ernie W. Gardner 76, of Clinton, Arkansas departed from this life Wednesday, October 1, 2014. He was born March 29, 1938 in Low Gap Community, Arkansas to Samuel Jackson and Nellie Agnes (Bryant) Gardner.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister, Lilma Gardner.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Louise Gardner of the home, two children, Jeff Gardner (Nancy) of Heber Springs, AR; and Lori Meazle (James) of Clinton, AR; three grandchildren, Rebekah Bowling (Lance) of Greenbrier, AR; Jackson Meazle (Aimee) of San Francisco, CA; and Caroline Meazle of Conway, AR; one great-granddaughter, Briley Grace Bowling, two sisters, Roberta Phillips, and Donna Cleaver (Jim) and a host of family and friends.
Pallbearers: Lane Hall, D.L. Jones, Benny Scarberry, Dan Eoff, Jim Cleaver, and Rusty Meazle.
Visitation will be 5:00-7:00pm Friday, October 3, 2014 and Funeral Service will be 10:00am Saturday, October 4, 2014 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Chapel Clinton, Arkansas with Pastor Virgil Lemings officiating. Burial will follow in Foster Cemetery Scotland, Arkansas.
Funeral Arrangements are under the care and direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Clinton, Arkansas Online guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com
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18 Condolence(s)
Carl and Tracy Fleming
Monday, October 27, 2014
So sorry for your lost. We just found out that Ernie passed. Sorry we are late in letting you know how sorry we are. I worked for Ernie at Fairfield Bay Construction and he was the best boss I have ever had....truly a great guy!
Brandon/Pam Bradford
Wednesday, October 8, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are will the family.
Dixie Lee Carter
Monday, October 6, 2014
What a fine man we've lost. He was a wonderful boss and a good friend and I won't forget him, He lived a life of integrity and good character. I regret that I was sick and unable to attend his services. My prayers continue for his family.
Tonia Ethridge
Saturday, October 4, 2014
Praying for y'all! Wish I could have made it there but it just didn't work out for me to. I have such great memories of him and the whole family! Much love to you all!
B & E
Friday, October 3, 2014
Prayers are with you all at this sad time. Call if there is anything we can do to help you.
Jerry & Rita McDonald
Friday, October 3, 2014
So many memories of a man with amazing talents! My favorite was the Willie bandana! Always a story and always laughter! You will be forever missed in this house!
Jimmy Lefler
Friday, October 3, 2014
To all,
Ernie was our mentor. He was a fine example for a group of young college dudes on how to be a great husband, dad, friend, and a band leader that leaves his ego at the door and enjoys life. He schooled us on playing Country. We would have never made it to Nashville without him. I got to visit with him last year and will always regret not going to Clinton one more time to jam.
Darlene Sowers
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Louis, Jeff, Lori, and All,
Many thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Ernie was a very talented man, artistically and musically, and the iconic American cowboy in my eyes. I have good memories of attending rodeos as a child and seeing him there. He will be greatly missed. I never thought of Louise without thinking of Ernie; in my mind, they always came as a pair because that's how I remember my parents speaking of them. They always said "Louise and Ernie" as though they were one. I will always remember, too, that Louise and Ernie and my parents all eloped together. Both couples were truly models of what it means to live "until death do us part." Love, peace, and blessings to you all.
David Katz
Thursday, October 2, 2014
I am smiling as I think about Ernie. Thanks for all the music and the friendship. Ernie Gardner was a true Gentleman. I'm proud to have known him.
Roberta Katz-Messenger
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Dear Folks:
My heart is so heavy. We shared so many great times and memories with Ernie, Louise and our "Country Fry" band. So fun -- friends, family, neighbors all play forever in my memory. Ernie was The Best: A truly great man. Sending love and comfort to Louise, Jeff and Laurie and all Ernie's wonderful family.
"You were always on my mind"
Roberta Katz-Messenger
Martina Panel
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Lori and family, we are so sorry to hear about your loss.
Praying for comfort for all in this difficult time.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Steve, Martina, Zac and Mercedes.
Ed Nicholson
Thursday, October 2, 2014
I had the pleasure of playing music with Ernie, Sammy Collums, BJ Davis, and Jim Lefler back in the '70s. We had a lot of fun times and the camaraderie was great. Ernie was one of the good ones. Even though I've not seen him for many years, I'm sure he'll be missed tremendously. My thoughts and prayers to everyone in the family.
Ruby Hopper
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Louise and Family you are all in my thoughts and prayers. God will comfort you and help ease the pain of losing Ernie.
God bless all of you
Bekah
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Papa, you will be greatly missed. I cannot express how my heart feels today. I know that Papa is in a much better place without pain & suffering. I will forever live on the memories of Papa teaching me to drive the tractor & not being upset when I ran it into the ditch, teaching me to jump in the swimming pool by simply holding on to a string, & being a wonderful great-grandpa to my daughter, Briley. Papa, we will miss you deeply but will see you again some day.
Love,
Lance, Rebekah, & Briley
Lane & Joyce Hall
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Ernie Gardner was one of our favorite people in the world. We traveled MANY wonderful miles together and know he is at peace after a short illness. His family is precious to us and we send our most respected sympathy to all. We love you all, Louise, Jeff & Nancy, Lori & Rusty Meazle and Rebecca, Lance & Riley, Jack and Amy. Lane & Joyce Hall
Marvin & Lisa (Hall) Holt
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Louise, Jeff, Lori and family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Our hearts are heavy, but will forever have our memories. With all our love, Lisa and family
Kathy Simpson
Thursday, October 2, 2014
So sorry to hear of Ernie's passing. He was a truly great man and will be missed by many. So sorry for your loss.
Kathy Boone Simpson
Lavonne Huggins Roddy
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
Prayers for y'all. So sorry for your loss