Charles A. Gardner, 77, of Cordova, MD, gained his heavenly wings on September 21, 2024, at Shore Regional Medical Center, Easton. He was born on December 30, 1946, to the late Charles H. Gardner and the late Edna H. (Pierce) Gardner.
Charles received his education in the Talbot County public school system, graduating from Moton High School in 1967. After graduation, he joined the U. S. Army, serving until 1970.

In 1978, he married the love of his life, Carol Frazier.

Charles held several jobs throughout his lifetime. He was employed at A&P Grocery Store, was a truck driver for Gordon Burns, and later purchased a dump truck to become an independent driver. Everyone who knew Charles, knew he was a true “Gardner” by heart and not just in name. He could always be found in Cordova in the garden. He grew the best vegetables. He
was always delivering his produce to family and friends. Charles followed in his father’s footsteps.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Edna Gardner; infant daughter, Edna Pauline Gardner; and brothers, Alexander Pierce, Joseph Gardner, David Gardner,
and Larrier Walker, Sr. Charles leaves to cherish his memories: Carol Gardner; sisters, Peggy Gardner of Hurlock, MD, and Mary Gardner of Cordova, MD; brother, Tyrone Bailey of Cambridge,
MD; nieces, Sharon Slacum (Darrence), Enrika Gardner, Temieca Guy, Sherri Copper, Raven Walker, Michelle Bailey, and Natasha Williams; nephews, Reginald Gardner, Sr., J. Lamont Gardner, Paris Copper, Demetruis Fletcher (Ana), Dwayne Thomas, Michael Walker, and Larrier Walker, Jr.; aunt, Stella Pierce; lifelong friend, Gordon Brehens; and many great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and friends.