Scott Gardner

Scott J. Gardner, age 41, of Staples passed away November 19, 2008, in Minneapolis, MN. Funeral services will be 2:30 PM Saturday, November 22, at Faith Lutheran Church in Staples. Friends may call one hour prior to Services at the Church on Saturday. Interment will be in Evergreen Hill Cemetery at Staples. Scott Jay Gardner was born on June 19, 1967, the son of Frank and Loretta (Kline) Gardner. He attended school in Staples graduating in 1985. As a teenager he suffered an aneurism leaving him disabled. After going through rehab in 1980, he worked his way from a wheelchair to a walker to crutches to a cane and finally able to walk without assistance. The strength of his character and determination was evident to everyone who knew him. In 1985 he was the recipient of the True Grit Award. He loved people and had a sharp sense of humor. Among the things he enjoyed were fishing, deer hunting, and sports, especially the Vikings. He was, indeed, a true inspiration to others. Scott was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Glen and Nellie Gardner; maternal grandparents, Howard and Grace Kline; also aunt and uncle, John and Arlene Erickson. He will be lovingly missed by his parents, Frank and Loretta of Staples; brother, Steve (Kelly) Gardner of Willmar; sister, Sharon (Rodney) Haug of Hawley, MN; a niece; 3 nephews; and a great nephew. To leave a message of comfort and support for the family visit www.brenny.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the Brenny Funeral Chapel of Staples. Submitted by: Brenny Funeral Chapel of Staples 218.894.1910