of Batesville, AR
January 28, 1945 - October 28, 2024
Eddie Burns Gardner, 79, of Batesville, AR passed away Monday, October 28, 2024 in Batesville. He graduated from Karns High School and Middle Tennessee State University and retired from Eastman Chemical Co. after more than 30 years.
He loved his family, watching the Razorbacks and cars: driving them, buying them, selling them, studying them and talking about them. His favorite car is his beloved 1964 white Nova, still in pristine condition.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Malcolm and Clara Meredith Gardner. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Gardner; step son, Jason Davis of Tulsa, OK; daughters, Kelly Olson (Chris) of Austin, TX, Amy Gardner (Paul) of San Jose, CA; grandsons, Ben and Matt Schaffer; nieces, Jordyn Kirby and Lillian Filsinger, special friend, Ken Craft, members of the River City Cruisers and his breakfast gang at the round table at Triangle Cafe.
The family will hold a visitation and memorial service on Friday, November 1st, 5-7 pm at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home, 510 E. College Ave. The family will hold a private burial at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Attn. Service Center, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA, 22116-7023 or the Humane Society of Independence Co., 5 Environmental Dr., Batesville, AR 72501.
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45 Condolence(s)
Edwin Connelly
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Eddie and I were good friends at MTSU. So sorry to hear of his passing. We both lived in an old house in downtown Murfreesboro that had three bedrooms upstairs. An older couple, the Hastings, lived downstairs. We were both accounting majors. Almost every morning we ate breakfast at a little restaurant on the town square in Murfreesboro. At one point we even brought bicycles from home and rode them in to class, which was about five miles. I remember a small white car that he had that was spotless. I had never seen anybody clean tires on a car so throughly! I was talking to my wife today about an accounting teacher I had and thought immediately of Eddie. We studied accounting many nights together and he just got the stuff and the teachers really liked him. I just thought some of those smarts would rub off on me. The last time I saw Eddie was in Kingsport when he worked there. I was doing an audit there when I worked for Arthur Anderson. I called Eddie and he invited me out for dinner. We had a very pleasant evening. That was about 1970 or so. I am just sorry that we lost touch with each other. I remember Eddie as just a terrific person! So, rest in peace my friend!
Lisa Biggers Lewis
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Phyllis,
My deepest sympathies. Praying for the Lord to send you strength, comfort, and peace during this most difficult time.
Sharla Michellle Huskey
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
So sorry to hear of this great man’s passing. He was the kindest man around. He just came in for haircut in Desha not too long ago. I always loved hearing his stories between him and my daddy Sheldon Thorne. They worked together for years. And he was our duplex neighbor in appt my parents lived in when I was born. I have know this man for 47 years and I never once seen him not smiling and he never forgot my name and who i was exactly prayers for
the family. rip ed
Velma Ford
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Phyllis I'm so sorry and sad. Losing my adapted brother I'm sorry I wasn't there I'm in Georgia until 12/5. My heart broke when I read this.
Stephanie Holder
Monday, November 4, 2024
Mrs. Phyllis,
I am so sorry. I will pray for healing for you and your family.
Casey Bromley
Sunday, November 3, 2024
Phyllis, praying God covers you and your family with a blanket of peace and comfort.
Don and Denise Provence
Friday, November 1, 2024
Prayers for the family. Ed was a wonderful person and so fun to be around. We enjoyed our time in the car club together with Ed and Phyllis. We will keep you in our prayers Phyllis for comfort in this time of sorrow.
Katrina Stevens
Friday, November 1, 2024
Dear Phyllis,
My heart hurts for you and your family. My prayers and thoughts are with you, prayers that God, who is your Helper (Psalm 121:2) will strengthen you, comfort you and give you His perfect peace.
Love, Katrina
Van taylor
Friday, November 1, 2024
We are here for you, and you have our prayers daily.
Jennifer Coan
Friday, November 1, 2024
Phyllis, I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for your family during this time.
Peggy Jackson
Friday, November 1, 2024
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Royce Wilson
Friday, November 1, 2024
We will really miss Ed at the Triangle round table. Sorry for your loss.
Carol Gifford
Friday, November 1, 2024
Amy and Kelly my sincere sympathy for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you both!
Lisa Sarmiento
Friday, November 1, 2024
Amy,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. May the fondest of memories stay with you and sustain you through your grief. Sending love to you and your family.
Elaine Donley
Thursday, October 31, 2024
So sorry for your loss prayers
AC and Barbara Bell
Thursday, October 31, 2024
So sorry of the loss of a dear friend! He was always a happy go lucky guy with a big grin on his face ! He was always trying to help someone or ready to work on a car and fix it up! He will be dearly missed by all that knew him!
Dan Gregory
Thursday, October 31, 2024
My very first supervisor at Eastman way back in 1979. Some of my fondest memories of working there was the time I spent with Ed. Man we had fun! And the times we’ve seen each other since have added frosting on the cake. I’m sad but also know he is in a much better place. Praying for you Phyllis and your family. God is good, and he will see you through this very difficult time.
Dan
A. L. Jones
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Ed was my very best friend ever.
Richard and Rose Sparks
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Phyllis, you have our deepest sympathy and prayers. We hold fond memories of your smiling faces in our hearts.
Scott Wood
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Ed was a "car guy" through and through! I always enjoyed talking with him, and negotiating with him on car deals. He was a great guy. Even with his health failing he always had a very positive outlook. So sorry for your loss, Phyllis. We will all miss him.
Dennis Broadwater
Thursday, October 31, 2024
I’m so sorry, Phyllis. You’ll be in my prayers.
Nancy and Charles Wohl
Thursday, October 31, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. Amy and Kelly, you and yours are in our thoughts and prayers.
Janet Tosh and Bill Estes
Thursday, October 31, 2024
We are so very heartbroken to hear this. I loved Ed. He was such a great man. Our prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Mollie and John
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Kelly and Amy, I am so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your families.
Alma Ward
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Dear Phyllis and family,
My heart goes out to you and Ed’s daughters . Prayers for comfort .
I’ve know Ed since he moved to Batesville , I always thought he was a super nice man .
He will be missed .
Mike Collins
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Ed was a friend, neighbor and coworker at Eastman for many years. I have enjoyed my retirement years visiting with him. He will be greatly missed from our Roundtable crew in the morning. My condolences to his family. My heart and prayers go out to you.
Ron Bridges
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Recently became fb friends. We had much in common about cars! I have a beautiful 1st place’95 Mustang GT convertible because of Mr. Ed Garner. I am so sad to hear this .
RIP my friend!
Pat Franks
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Phyllis, I’m so sorry for the loss of Ed. I know how much you will miss him. My prayer is that God will give you and your family comfort and peace.
Jenneal Runsick
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Phyllis, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Laura Martin
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Ed and my dad (Harlon Martin) were good friends and spent a lot of time talking about old cars, car parts, and more about cars. He was a great friend of my family. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time of loss.
Laura Martin
Tina Harrell
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Kelly and Amy,
My heart breaks for you both. My love and prayers go out to you and your families during this difficult time. God bless you all.
Annette McShane
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do please message me. Phyllis, love and miss you dearly.
Rhonda Westbrook Allen
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
So sorry for the loss for the family. Ed has been in my so long I barely remember a time without him. You will be greatly missed!
Sky Clark
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Ed was a good friend. He was a customer of ours for many years. Truly enjoyed our interactions and conversations over the years. You will be missed.
Bradley Slaughter
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Ed will be greatly missed. We always enjoyed talking cars and he always had good advice to share.
We will keep him and his in family in our hearts and our prayers.
DWANE L THOMPSON
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Sorry for your loss, Ed was a dear friend and will be missed by all.
Cheryl Stephens
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Kelly and family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Don renshaw
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
I'm going to miss you buddy
Pedro Angel and Ana Trigueros
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Dear Kelly, sending all our condolences and support to you and your family, we are sorry for your loss and will keep all of you in our prayers
All our Love
Pedro & Ana
Ana Ivey
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Praying for your family during this difficult time. May God grant you peace and comfort.
Ed Thompson
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort. He will be dearly missed.
Frances Stoeckle
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Heartfelt condolences for your loss. I pray God will give you the strength to cope with your loss & give comfort to you all.
Kelly your Laderian friends have you & your family in their prayers. With sympathy, Frances
Virginia Branum
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Dear Kelly and Amy,
My sincere sympathy on the loss of your Dad. So happy you had time with him so recently. Enjoy the happy memories that he shared with you.
Much love,
Va Branum
Jennifer Sinele
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Praying for your family
Blake and Taylor Baxter
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. He was always so great to us. Prayers for the family