of Clinton, AR
July 5, 1937 - March 28, 2024
Mary ''Louise'' Kingsley Gardner left this earth on March 28, 2024 and entered paradise. She was born on July 05, 1937 to the late Walter and Maggie (Lovell) Kingsley in Clinton, Arkansas.
Louise graduated from Alread High School in 1955 and Parks School of Business in Denver, Colorado in 1956. On May 7, 1956 she married Ernie Gardner and spent the next 58 years adventuring life with him. Through that union, they were blessed with two children, three grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She loved her family with all of her enormous heart.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Maggie; her beloved husband, Ernie and a loving stepfather, Victor Emerson, whom she treasured.
Left to treasure her memory are her children, Jeff Gardner (Nancy), Lori Meazle (James); grandchildren, Rebekah Bowling (Lance) Jackson Meazle (Aimee), Caroline Hogue (Evan); great grandchildren, Briley Bowling, Braxton Bowling, Henry Hogue, August Meazle; sister-in-law, Donna (Jim) Cleaver and a host of other relatives and many friends.
Visitation will be from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at the Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton. Celebration of Life Services will follow at 2:00 pm at the funeral home. Interment will be in Foster Cemetery in Scotland, Arkansas.
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26 Condolence(s)
Benita Hunt Hickman
Monday, May 13, 2024
Just heard this news. So sorry for your loss. Blessings to you all.
Mark Story
Sunday, March 31, 2024
Lifting up you and your family in prayer during this time. And sending love to you.
Cindy Walsh
Sunday, March 31, 2024
So sorry for your loss. She was a precious lady who was always so kind. Praying for peace and comfort for each of you.
Mary Bayer Johnson
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Jeff, Lori and family..........I'm so sorry to hear about Louise. Praying for you all during this time of grief.
Dan Nunley
Saturday, March 30, 2024
So sorry for losing your mother...she will always live in our memories ...
Betty Campbell
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Had a lot of good time helping Louise. She always had her necklace on and was ready for shopping. We watched a lot of Gunsnoke episodes together too. Thinking of you today.
Phyllis McMillen
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Lori and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed the time I spent with Mrs. Louise I will never forget her or the family. You’re in my thoughts and prayers
Jim and Rosa bradley
Friday, March 29, 2024
Sorry for your loss .great little lady God bless
Vicki Hutto
Friday, March 29, 2024
So very sorry! She was beautiful!!! Inside and out and I know you got her sweet heart! Praying
Barbara Duncan Fausett
Friday, March 29, 2024
So sorry for her passing. I liked her a lot . She was always so quiet and shy.and a very nice lady.
Darcy Allen
Friday, March 29, 2024
My heart and thoughts are with both you, Jeff and all the family.
Verldean Ridings
Friday, March 29, 2024
I am so sorry. My husband was in the nursing home for 3 most. At Clinton and I always talked to her. I went to school 1 to 8 grade with her. Very sweet person
My husband passed away Nov 17 2023. 4 MO. Ago.
Earlene Hankins
Friday, March 29, 2024
Prayers for you all.
Toney and Sallie Parish
Thursday, March 28, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss! We pray for God’s peace for you all! Louise was always so sweet to us and always had a smile!
Tom and Jo Beth Shaw
Thursday, March 28, 2024
We are so very sorry for your loss of Miss Louise. Praying for your family.
Karla smith Elliott
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Louise was a sweet lady, Praying for peace and comfort for the family.
Jacob and Tiffany Milam
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Mrs Lori and family,
We are so saddened by the news.
Mrs Gardner was such a sweet Christian lady. Our hearts break for you all. Praying that with time, healing will come. She is not suffering anymore.
She is at rest. If you ever need anything, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
We love you all and are praying for comfort.
Diana Jones
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Sad to read of her passing. Beautiful lady, always admired her and Ernie’s wonderful relationship. Devoted couple. Prayers for her loved ones
Debbie Bowling
Thursday, March 28, 2024
So sorry for your loss. She was such a sweet lady and we always loved talking about our grandkids. Prayers for you all. Van and Debbie Bowling
Jerry & Rita Mcdonald
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Special woman and special family. Heart of gold. Much love to all.
Lacey Stevenson
Thursday, March 28, 2024
She will be missed by all! She was such a kind soul and it was an honor to take care of her. My deepest condolences
Nancy Voyles
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Jeff and Nancy, Thinking of you and family during this time.
Sherry Presley
Thursday, March 28, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. Praying for you all.
Rhonda Shipp
Thursday, March 28, 2024
I loved this sweet lady that had a heart of gold. My prayers are for God’s peace & comfort for her family during this difficult time.
Aletha Galbraith
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Sincere sympathy to Lori and the whole family on the loss of a great lady. She always spoke and smiled whenever we met. RIP Louise.
Bob and Aletha Galbraith
JANICE LUMPKINS
Thursday, March 28, 2024
My prayers are with you all.
Aunt Louise was always glad to see her family and friends.
I am glad she is at peace.
love, Janice Newman Lumpkins.