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Barbara Jean Bennett Gardner

ROCKINGHAM — Barbara Jean Bennett Gardner, 88, of Rockingham, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at Richmond Co. Hospice Haven.

She was born April 19, 1933 in Richmond County, a daughter of the late Ishmael and Ida Bennett.

She retired from Sandhurst Hosiery Mill with over 40 years of service. She was an avid Atlanta Braves fan.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William Gardner; and a daughter, Glenda Gardner Alfonso.

A graveside service will be Monday, March 28, 2022 at 2 p.m. at Bear Branch Cemetery with the Rev. Jack Lee officiating. 

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Surviving are her children, William “Bugs” Gardner (Carolyn) of Rockingham, Ronnie Gardner (Sherry) of Rockingham, Linda McLendon (Chunk) of Mount Gilead, Trudy Dawkins(Michael) of Rockingham, Johnny Gardner (Kay) and Roger Gardner(Martha) of Mount Gilead; 12 grandchildren and several great grandchildren;  and her caregiver, Sybil Carter.

Memorials may be made to Richmond Co. Hospice 1119 US Hwy. 1 N Rockingham, NC 28379.

Online condolences may be made at watson-kingfuneralhome.com. Watson-King Funeral Home in Rockingham is serving Gardner family.

 



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