Mr John Gardner
September 22, 1949 - February 22, 2020
John Gardner, age 70, of Highlands, died peacefully at home in the arms of his loving wife on Saturday, February 22, 2020. John was born on September 22, 1949, in Kearny, NJ. He and his wife lived and raised their family on the Jersey shore for forty years. John honorably served his country during the Vietnam era as a member of the armed services. He was later employed as a clerk for the United States Post Office in the Meadowlands Post Office for 32 years before his retirement. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and long days spent with family on the beach. An avid Yankee fan, John most loved watching baseball with his sons. He was a devoted husband, a wonderful father, and a beloved grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Patricia (Gerstenmaier) Gardner; three sons and one daughter-in-law, John Christopher Gardner and his wife, Lauren, Jeffrey Scott Gardner, and Jake Matthew Gardner; and five adoring grandsons, John Jr., Jeffrey Jr., Owen, Aidan, and Finn Gardner. He will be missed greatly and remembered fondly by all who knew him. The funeral will be held at 6:00 pm on Saturday, February 29, at John P. Condon Funeral Home LLC, 804 St. Hwy. #36, Leonardo, NJ. Cremation services were private. Calling hours will be Saturday, February 29, from 5:00-6:00pm at John P. Condon Funeral Home LLC, 804 St. Hwy. #36, Leonardo, NJ. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cancer Research Foundation, https://www.cancerresearchfdn.org/. .
John Gardner, age 70, of Highlands, died peacefully at home in the arms of his loving wife on Saturday, February 22, 2020. John was born on September 22, 1949, in Kearny, NJ. He and his wife lived and raised their family on the Jersey shore... View Obituary & Service Information