In 2007, Ann joined Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church through Christian experience under Reverend Leroy Hood, Sr. and remained until her untimely death.
Ann is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 43 years, Robert M. Gardner of their home in Wilmar; three daughters, Roberta Gardner-Thomas, Nickena Gardner and Anitra Gardner-Washington, all of Wilmar; one son of the home, Robert Gardner, Jr. and a special daughter, Trinita Newton (Henry) of Monticello; two sisters, Christene Riley (James) of Wilmar and Elizabeth Boswell (Lawrence); two brothers, Wardell Wright (Rosa) of Wilmar and Otis L. Wright (Aletha) of Ft. Worth, TX; six grandchildren, who were her heart, Jacqualine Gardner, Dominique Thomas, Avion Gardner, Catera Thomas, Trayvion Gardner and Ania Washington, all of Wilmar; two special grandsons, Tremaine and Rashaun Newton of Monticello.
Condolences(27)
Barbara Tolefree
Warren, AR Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Nickena, so sorry for your loss. You have been and are in my prayers.Jean Bowen
Monticello, AR Sunday, May 12, 2013 So sorry for your loss. Jean bowenDiane Avery
Monticello, AR Friday, May 10, 2013 My heart is heavy to know that God has called a angel home. Mother Gardner was a very sweet woman who I am glad to know that she was a part of my life. I will never forget her beautiful smile and how she made me feel as her own child. She and I would talk all day long about the Lord. She was a lady of wisdom and a virtuous woman. I love her and will miss her dearly.DONNA. Lytle
Monticello, AR Thursday, May 9, 2013 Sorry for your loss!Peggy Green Ollison
San Diego, CA Thursday, May 9, 2013 Cousin Robert & FamilyThinking of you with love and sympathy. . . .
We are so sorry for your loss. May the Lord keep you and give you strength as you undergo this difficult transition.
Nickena Gardner
Wilmar, AR Thursday, May 9, 2013 Ma, our family was blessed with its own specical Angel. You worked hard to make sure will all stayed close as a family and always put God first.. No matter what health issues life handed you, you never grumbled or complained. You fought a good fight Ma. I know you are looking down on us today and the days to come. We will try to remain strong, but its hard.. you were the strongest link in our chain..I thank God for blessing me with you as my mother. I will carry you in my heart forever. Congratulations on getting your wings Ma.. I love you NickenaArtis Jones
Kansas City, KS Thursday, May 9, 2013 Robert & FamilyThinking of you WITH SYMPATHY
Although no words of sympathy can take away your Sorrow.
May memories of your loved one give you strength for each tomorrow.
Classmate
Artis Jones
Pamela Puri
PineBluff, AR Wednesday, May 8, 2013 May God be with you all.mike n karla albritton
monticello, AR Wednesday, May 8, 2013 the gardner family , we sure are sorry for yall lose of ur mom . u all in our prays . may god give each of u strenght,comfort, an peace.at this time . god bless u all . the albritton's.joe gardner and family
los angeles, CA Tuesday, May 7, 2013 WE R HERE FOR YOU BROTHER AND FAMILY!! ARE PRAYER ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME.Johnna K. Bealer
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 7, 2013 To the Family,I am surely going to miss your mother. She was always a joy. Every time I would see her she would always have a smile and a hug. Never did I hear her complain about anything. But what she did talk about was the Lord and her Family! She loved the Lord and family! God called a Beautiful Angel Home. She will be missed dearly. May God be with you all during this difficult time.
Karen
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 7, 2013 Anitra and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Praying for God's strength and peace on you all.Tammy S. Vaughn
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 7, 2013 Roberta, Ms. Christene and all of the family of Ms. Ann, may God be with you and supply you with great comfort during your loss. Her lovely smile and kind demeanor will be cherished by many for years to come. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.Angee
Little Rock, AR Monday, May 6, 2013 Mrs. Riley, You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God's strength and power of comfort lift you and the family as you all prepare to formally celebrate the life of Mrs. Gardner in the days to come. May the loving memories of your baby sister sustain you through the power of God's strength and comfort. My condolences are extended to her entire family.James & Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Monday, May 6, 2013 We are so very sorry for your loss. Know that others will be remembering all of you in prayer.Mary Bailey
Monticello, AR Monday, May 6, 2013 Praying that God will give each family member and friend strength and peace during this time of loss.Gaynell Jamison
Monticello, AR Monday, May 6, 2013 Roberta and Nickena:You are in my thoughts and prayers. Know that God will comfort you and give you the strength that you will need to make it through this difficult time. Your mom is just away from your sight now but nothing can remove her from your heart. She will live on inside each of you forever.
Love you much. With deepest sympathy,
Gaynell
Elaine Connard
Monticello, AR Monday, May 6, 2013 My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.Rev. Robert & Marleyne Barnes
McGehee, AR Monday, May 6, 2013 Christine & Family we sure are sorry for your loss of your sister Ann. Our prayers will be with you during this time of sorrow. Christine I want to say thanks for comming by & letting us know about her passing.Love you Lady,
Patsy Watson
Warren, AR Monday, May 6, 2013 Mr. Robert - I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your during this time.Holly Lane
Monticello, AR Monday, May 6, 2013 So sorry for your loss. Roberta, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.Trinita Newton
Monticello, AR Monday, May 6, 2013 We are going to truly miss Ann Gardner. There was not a woman walking this earth like her. I will miss her smile, laugh, and those great times when she always had something funny to say. She was a sweet lady who treated me like family. I am so thankful to have known "Mama Gardner". May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time.Brenda Woodard
Monticello, AR Monday, May 6, 2013 Roberta, I am so sorry to hear of the lost of your mom. She was a very sweet lady. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. All praise to God, the father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. 2 Cor. 1:3.Ashley Hennington
Greenbrier, AR Sunday, May 5, 2013 Thinking of you and your family Roberta!Lou E. Lambert
Monticello, AR Sunday, May 5, 2013 Sorry to hear of your loss. We will be praying for your family.Tressia Donaldson
, TX Sunday, May 5, 2013 No words can express my sympathy for Ms Ann I have felt the spirit move from her body to mine a many a time She loved her Sweet Jesus and although we will miss her dearly I just want to say it was a blessing for me to have known her. God BessBarbara Benton
Warren, AR Saturday, May 4, 2013 Roberta, I was so sorry to hear about the death of your loved one. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.