May 9, 1942 – June 26, 2016

On Sunday, June 26, 2016, Mr. Francis Gardner of Chain Lakes, Alberta passed away suddenly, but peacefully at the age of 74 years.

Francis will be missed by his wife Bonnie and their children: Ian, Marshall (Jennifer), and Sarah (Harley). He was blessed with grandchildren: Emmett, Jacob and Liam, as well as numerous other relatives and many friends.

A Celebration of his Life will be held on Thursday, July 7th, 2016 at 2:00 pm in the Highwood Memorial Centre [128-5th Avenue SW in High River].

If friends so desire, in honor of Francis, donations may be made to the Bomber Command Museum [P.O. Box 1051 Nanton, Alberta T0L 1R0 - 403.646.2270], or the Southern Alberta Land Trust Society [P.O. Box 45016 High River, Alberta T1V 1R7 - 403.652.9998 - www.salts-landtrust.org].

To send condolences and view Francis’ Tribute Page, please visit www.lylereeves.com . Caring for the family is Lyle Reeves Funerals of High River (403.652.4242).