In memory of

Walter James Gardner

March 12, 1944 - April 26, 2020

GARDNER, Walter ( Wally ) James
(March 12th, 1944 - April 26th, 2020)

It is with heavy hearts, the family announce the passing of their beloved Wally, at his home on April 26, 2020. Loving husband, best friend and soul mate of Linda Gardner (Burkett). Loving father of Glen (Cheryl) and Debra (Cory). Cherished stepfather of Brian and Chris (Jennifer) Haslam. Adored grandfather of Logan, Mason, Ethan, Cassie, Samantha, Kevin, Kinsley, Michael, Nathan, Daniel, Kylie, Kaleb, Rylan, & Warner. Beloved brother of Sharon (Percy), Carol (George), Steven (Tessa) and is predeceased by his parents Gordon and Ethel, by brothers Gordie, Mackie, and David, by sister Bonnie and by first wife Susan Martin. Dear brother-in- law of Lloyd (Barbara), Allen (Lydia), Beverly (Jim) and Kathy (Dennis). He will also be dearly missed by his nieces, nephews, extended family and friends including Jenny and Katrina. Wally was a very proud member of the Canadian Armed Forces (1RCR) Pro Patria and the NATO Veterans of Canada. Those who knew Wally understood his love and appreciation for the great outdoors, as well as golfing, fishing, hunting, & being out on his motorcycle. Wally was a self-taught wood carver and his amazing artistic talent has been passed on to his grandchildren. Donations will be gratefully accepted for the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Diabetes Association. A Celebration of life will be planned once COVID -19 is over. Arrangements entrusted to THORNTON CEMETERY & FUNERAL CENTRE, 1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa, (South of Taunton Road and off of Dryden Blvd, 905-579-6787).

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Kathy and Rick constable (Niece)

Entered May 1, 2020 from Cobourg

I will miss you xo

Ian and Mary Fockler (Friends)

Entered May 1, 2020 from Uxbridge, Ont

We will both miss Wally. He had been a friend of Ian,s for over 45 years. We loved the time spent with both Linda and Wally up in Quebec at Lake McDonald and our yearly trips to Niagara Falls. Always lots of fun and laughter. Sending love to the family.

Bernard/Marylou Kawa (Friends)

Entered May 2, 2020 from Whitby Ontario

Looked forward to another exciting year on the golf course, as well a getting together as we did at various functions. Wally, you will always be missed.

Lyn & Vic (friends)

Entered May 2, 2020 from Bowmanville

LYN & VIC (FRIENDS)

We met Wally & Linda in Quebec at a golf tournament many years ago and became instant friends. Throughout our travels with them , we enjoyed fun, laughter and many enjoyable dinners out together as well as great golf games . He was truly a caring man. He spoke often of his lovely family and how much he enjoyed them. Wally would be humbled by the love that is being expressed for him, as well as the recognition of all his great attributes and talents.

THOSE WONDERFUL MEMORIES WILL STAY WITH US .........ALWAYS.

In Sympathy & love

Patti and Charlie Washer (Friends)

Entered May 2, 2020 from Trenton, Ontario

Dear Linda, we are so very, very sorry for the loss of your dearest husband, companion and friend. Words just cannot describe how saddened we are for you and your combined families. We have spent many happy times with both of you and will truly miss Wally’s happy go lucky spirit.
We are grateful for having had the opportunity to spend time with both of you and will look forward to a continued relationship with you.

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