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      Private Graveside Services will be held on a future date.

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      Mark Andrew Gardner, 66, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at his home in West Salem, IL.

      He was born January 13, 1958 in Shelbyville, IL to Galen and Vina Lucille Andrews Gardner. He grew up in the Olney, IL area. He married Lori Gill in 1982 and they enjoyed over 42 years of marriage.

      Mark worked for Wabash Valley Service Company for several years. He loved to fish, and to shoot skeet. He also loved military shows and gun shows, and he loved their cats and dogs.

      He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Mike Gardner.

      Mark is survived by his wife, Lori Gardner; his sister, Gay Bussard; his in-laws, Russel and Arlie Gill; a brother-in-law Eric (Paige) Gill; and nieces and nephews.

      Private graveside services for Mark Gardner will be held at a later date at the Moravian Cemetery in West Salem, IL.

      In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in the name of Mark Gardner may be made to the Humane Society of Olney Area or a local animal shelter or humane society of the donor’s choice.

      Ingram Meridith Funeral Home, Albion, IL.

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    1. Curtis Ingram / October 4, 2024 at 4:03 pm

      Sorry to hear of Mark’s passing. May you find comfort in knowing he left a beautiful impression on each one he met. With sympathy & love.
      Curtis & Dolores Ingram

    2. Hope Ritter / October 8, 2024 at 11:57 am

      We grew up with Mark and Mike and my brothers ran with them. We all lived in the same neighborhood. I’m so sorry to hear of his passing. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

      Hope Ritter & Hank Clow

    3. Dale Smith / October 12, 2024 at 5:51 pm

      Mark was one of the kindest guys I’ve known. Biggest heart and avid animal lover. He has helped save so many ❤️

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