William Keith Gardner, Sr.

Mr. William Keith Gardner, Sr., of Red Springs, NC passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 in his home, surrounded by his family.

William was born in Cumberland County on January 25, 1951 to the late Augusta Wayne Gardner, Jr. and Geraldine Burns Gardner.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Wayne Gardner.

He was a member of the Raeford Masonic Lodge #306, where he recevied his 50 year pin.

William is survived by his wife, Retha P. Gardner, of Red Springs; daughter, Janet G. Thrower and her husband Hal, of Raeford, NC; son, Keith Gardner and his wife Kimberly, of Fayetteville, NC; granddaughter, Abigail Gardner, of Fayetteville, NC; brother, Bruce Gardner and his wife Wanda, of Goldsboro, NC; sister, Peggy Balance and her husband Jerry, of Goldsboro, NC; and multiple nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at Highland Biblical Gardens with military honors at 2 pm on Saturday, April 20, 2024 with Reverend Kevin D. Gardner officiating.

A visitation will follow the service at Janet’s home 447 College Drive, Raeford, NC 28376.

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Scotland Regional Hospice in Laurinburg, NC.

Online condolences may be made on the Crumpler Funeral Home Website. 

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