He was employed by Cablevision for years, managed one of the Oak Ridge Boys websites and was a member of Faith Missionary Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul "Buddy" Quinton Gardner, Jr.; one brother, Russell Blair Gardner; his grandfather, Bill Hall; and his grandmother, Tina Gardner.
Survivors include his mother, Sheila Hall Gardner of Monticello; one brother, Chad Gardner and wife, Brooke of Benton; his step mother, Donna Gardner of Monticello; his step brother, Jay Holthoff of Bryant; his grandmother, Willine Hall of Monticello; his grandfather, P. Q. Gardner of Monticello; a niece, Reagen Gardner; a nephew, Reid Gardner; his uncle, Ricky Hall; three aunts, Brenda Lipton and husband, Dave, Bonnie Ellis and husband, Robert and Sandra Carver.
Condolences(87)
Kim Gorcey
Reno, NV Friday, April 12, 2013 This is the second saddest day in Oak Ridge Boys' Fans history. Chip would tell you what the first was if he was here, that happened in '95 and lasted nine years, nine months and 10 days, yeah even the Chipster would have kept track of that one. I am going to miss my attempts to try to stump the Chipster with Oaks' trivia. He was a good friend. But I will always remember one day in July of 2002, which was quite special for the Chipster and I.Michael Araguz
Mcgehee, AR Tuesday, November 13, 2012 So sorry for your loss, he will be missed.Brian Foshee
monticello, AR Tuesday, November 6, 2012 Ms. Gardner, Chad, and the rest of the family; I just want you all to know you have been in my thoughts and prayers everyday since Chip passed. I am so glad I was able to know Chip almost 30 years! He was a very great guy who could put a smile on anyones face, he was a very outgoing person, I loved reading his Facebook page everyday cause he was so kind and loving to everyone . I'll never forget all the times I'd come down to yalls house when me, mom, dad, & Michael lived down the road from you all, me Chad and Chip made many many memories that I will always cherish. He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten... If there's anything I can do for you guys just let me know. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers and thoughts.James and Laura Hales Martin
Conway, AR Monday, November 5, 2012 Shelia and family, James and I are so sorry to hear of Chips passing. If we can do anything for you please contact us by email. Again we are sorry and we give you are condolences. James and Laura Hales Martin.Pam Leeper
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 31, 2012 Shelia and Chad,Our prayers go out to your whole family during this time. We are praying for strength for all of you. Lots of love from Pam and William Leeper
Janet Nazer
Lovell, WY Tuesday, October 30, 2012 I am so sorry for the family's loss. May they find some comfort in having known and been related to this wonderful man!Honeylynn Henderson
Lavaca, AR Monday, October 29, 2012 To Sheila and family, Hated to hear of this, Chip is one that Dalton did not get to meet. Wish we could have been there for you, we have sent up prayers for you and the family. Take care.Honeylynn and Dalton Gardner
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shaon & bonner hayden jr
McGehee, AR Saturday, October 27, 2012 .I want to express my deepest sympathy goes out to the entire family. May God be with you all thur all of this and give you all rhe comfort needed. Love you all..PAUL & MARY MCHAN
COLUMBIA, TN Saturday, October 27, 2012 SO SORRY ABOUT CHIPS PASSING, MAY GOD COMFORT YOU ALL. HE WAS A SPECIAL YOUNG MAN.Paul and Betty Reed
Conway, AR Saturday, October 27, 2012 With sympathy, our prayers are lifted for your family with love in our hearts.John Vairin
Bossier City, LA Friday, October 26, 2012 I never met Chip, but like Chip, I am a huge fan of the Oak Ridge Boys, and I really enjoyed reading the fan site he made for the Oaks and chatting with him about the group, even though it was only a handful of times. I offer my heartfelt condolences to Chip's family and friends.Todd Shawgo
Franklin, PA Friday, October 26, 2012 I only knew Chip from the Oak Ridge Boys board and was saddened to learn of his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He will be missed.Dianna Henry
Monticello, AR Friday, October 26, 2012 We are so sorry for your loss. I will miss him an pray for your whole family.Mary Jo and Billy Barnett
Monticello, AR Friday, October 26, 2012 Sheila and family,We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you with wonderful memories of Chip as you go through this difficult time.
Anita Densmore,James Coddington & family
Fountain Hill, AR Friday, October 26, 2012 Sorry to here about Chip your family will be in my prayers.Pamela Daniels
Monticello, AR Friday, October 26, 2012 Ms. Gardner and Family ,Daniel and I are sorry for your loss.
Pamela Daniels and Daniel Richardson
Melissia Vincent
, TX Friday, October 26, 2012 You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.Tanya Smith
Warren, AR Friday, October 26, 2012 Sheila, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know I am praying for you.Rev. Alvin l. McMahon
Wilmar, AR Thursday, October 25, 2012 My family and our church are in prayer in this time of need.Paula "Ogles" Perry
Texarkana, AR Thursday, October 25, 2012 Sheila I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for Gods strength and love for you and your family during this difficult time. We love you.mary hughes(withers)
magnolia, AR Thursday, October 25, 2012 chip was a great guy and he was my cousin, a great singer 2, he will be missed, and he is in heaven singing with the angelsBelinda Lord
, FL Thursday, October 25, 2012 Rest in Peace ChipDiana Moxley
North Little Rock, AR Thursday, October 25, 2012 My thoughts and prayers are with you on this sad occasion. I will keep you in my thoughts. May God give you the strength to continue in your daily lives.Diana Moxley
David and Beth Prewitt
Hooks, TX Thursday, October 25, 2012 Chip was a friend to everyone. We got to know him through the Oaks board. We never got to meet him personally, but did spend hours chatting with him online. R.I.P. Dear Oaks Friend.Donna Terry
Embrun, Ontario Canada, AR Thursday, October 25, 2012 Miss Sheila. It was a terrible shock to come home from work and hear of Chips passing. He was such a wonderful young man. Although the few times we were able to visit with you, he didn't say much, he always had that wonderful smile on his face that can make you smile just thinking of it. He will be greatly missed and just want you to know that you and your family are in my prayers and I'm sending you hugs from Canada. We all love you and are praying for you!Anne Frances Pate
Hendersonville, TN Thursday, October 25, 2012 We are all missing you so much Chip ..you really touched alot of folks in your life. We all look forward to seeing one day...it will be the biggest Oak Ridge Boys Rally of all...good nite my facebook buddy...annefrancesCarolyn Hales
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 25, 2012 Sheila abd Ragen,We are so sorry for you loss. You are a wonderful mother and grandmother. You are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything just let us know.
Cheryl Brantley
Mobile,, AL Thursday, October 25, 2012 Im so sorry for your loss, I can remember some fun times with cuz. Nothing can take away that smile of his. Positive all the time.He will be missed.
Faye & Randy Lewis
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 25, 2012 Sheila and family, I have been reading all the messages that people have written to you and through them I feel all the love everyone has for you and your family. As much as i would like to make the pain go away I can not, but God can comfort you as no one else can. Many years ago you were a comfort to me Sheila and I will never forget it. I can still see Chip walking in to kindergarten that first day all smiles, and he continued smiling.Rose Ann Adcock
Rogers, AR Thursday, October 25, 2012 Shelia, Reagen, and Chad,I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Susan Smith
Little Rock, AR Thursday, October 25, 2012 Sheila and family, I am so terribly sorry to hear of Chip's passing. I am praying for all of you.Larry Doggett
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 25, 2012 Chip, what a friend you were to all. Thanks for being my friend and you will be sorely missed by all of us who knew you. From your testimony, we who knew you, know where you are today---rejoicing in heaven with your family and friends who went before you and praising Jesus for the salvation He gave you. Rest in peace, my friend, and I will see you again soon. Mine & my family's thoughts and prayers are with all of Chip's family. Larry DoggettJohn & Paige (Hill) Stell
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 25, 2012 To the Gardner Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during the difficult days ahead. Chip will be missed by many and was loved by anyone who met him.Love,
John, Paige, Jayson, Colt, Brayden, Brad, Jake & Jared Stell
Jackie Buie
, TX Thursday, October 25, 2012 Rest in peace Chip.Cindy Trusty
Houma, LA Thursday, October 25, 2012 Although our paths rarely crossed I loved you because you are family and was so proud of how you overcame all the hardships in your life to become the wonderful person you are. I will miss your smile but know that now you are talking with your Dad, your grandfather and walking with JESUS later Chipster Father please wrap your arms around my family as they say goodbye.Mary Wheat
Newport News, VA Wednesday, October 24, 2012 To the Gardner Family..I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Chip through the Oak Ridge Boys' Board and he will be missed by all of us.All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Michelle Collins
, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Words cannot express how amazing Chip is. I'm sorry for your loss and pray for you all. God has a real treasure in his Choir of Angels now.Linda Naron
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Shelia, Chad, and all family members, I want you to know you have my deepest sympathy, and prayers at this difficult time. Chip loved God and his Church and he sung the prettiest songs that meant so much to me. Chip will be missed by all. Love & prayers, Linda NaronPAUL & MARY MCHAN
COLUMBIA, TN Wednesday, October 24, 2012 SO SORRY TO HEAR OF CHIPS PASSING, MAY GOD COMFORT HIS FAMILY.Kelly Waters
Post, TX Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Chip was a good man, and he will be greatly missed. I hadn't known him all that long, but learned in that short time that he had a heart of GOLD. I got to know him on the ORB Board...when I came upon a fun video of Richard Sterban singing "OMM PAPPA, OOM PAPPA," CONTINUOUSLY, that Chipster had fixed for ALL the women who never tired of R.S. bass voice...I made a comment on his thread "Chipster, Chipster, Chipster.......," and that is when he asked me for friendship....Chipster even invited me to his web page-orbfansworld.Chipster WILL be missed by MANY!!!! We are ALL family on the ORB Message Board...Prayers and my condolences to Chip's family....May God comfort all of you. God Bless you all!!!
Love you Chipster, we'll meet again someday in Heaven and talk about "OUR" ORB...See you my friend....
Joe & Kristi Meeks
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 I am at a loss for words. I know there is nothing for me to say that will make your loss easier. I hope you can understand what I can't put to wordsCandi Coats
Bryant, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 You will be missed by many and most will see you again. Keep smiling!DORIS M. JACKSON
GOSNELL, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 DEAR SHELIA AND FAMILY............WORDS CANOT EXPRESS THE LOSS OF OUR DEAR COUSIN CHIPSTER, A MOTHER'S LOSS I HEAVY ON THE HEART FOR I HAVE BEEN THERE AS WELL BUT WEEP NOT FOR HE IS IN THE KINDOM OF HEAVON AND NOT LET OUR HEARTS BE SAD BUT HAPPY FOR WE ALL SHALL SEE HIM IN HEAVON SOME DAY~ AMENWITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
DORIS AND JERRY JACKSON
Don & Sharon Cash
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Ms. Shelia am so sorry to hear of Chip, May God watch over all of you and be with you.Ross Carter
Bastrop, LA Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Chip will be missed by many people. Our loss is heaven's gain!! We love ya'll, Mrs Sheila. Kingdom Bound QuartetDUANE ALLEN
Hendersonville, TN Wednesday, October 24, 2012 CHIP WAS A DEAR FRIEND, AND HE WAS ONE OF THE MOST DEVOTED FANS WE HAVE EVER HAD....HE LOVED OUR MUSIC, THE WAY WE DRESSED, AND, HE ALWAYS JUST BEAMED WHEN I WOULD TELL HIM THAT HE LOOKS LIKE HE DRESSED UP TO BE AN OAK RIDGE BOY....MAY HE REST IN THE ARMS OF JESUS, AND MAY GOD COMFORT THE FAMILY IS MY PRAYER......Barbara Fox Manes
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Shelia, I am so sorry about your son, Chip. May the God of all comfort give you grace and supernatural strength during this difficult time. We are praying for you and your family.Kevin and Annette (Ogles) Cox
Richardson, TX Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Sheila you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God provide you comfort, strength and peace during this time.paul and anita walker and family
monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Chip was a very special person and loved by so many. We will be praying for you ms. Sheila and chad. Love you guys.Becky Young
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Sheila and family,I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I know that at times like these, there really are no words. Just know that God is with you and will help you through this. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I love you. God bless your family.
Love,
Becky
Peggy Williams
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Shelia and family, I was so sorry to hear about Chip, my heart is breaking for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with this precious family, may God bless and comfort you.Jaymie Kays
Kansas City, KS Wednesday, October 24, 2012 I am sorry to hear about Chip. He will be greatly missed. It is a comfort to know that he is in Heaven and we will see him again... What A Day That Will Be!Prayers for his family and friends.
Sue Hunsinger
Pico Rivera, CA Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Though we never met, I felt like I knew you Chip. Through the internet, we shared our love of the Oak Ridge Boys and their music. You often inspired me, and impressed me with your knowledge and enthusiasm. Rest peacefully in the arms of Jesus. Until we meet over yonder.Amy S. Reddinger
Shippenville, PA Wednesday, October 24, 2012 My thoughts and prayers are with Chip's family and countless friends. Words can never express how much Chip meant to a lot of people. He was one of the kindest, sweetest, most caring friends I have ever 'met.' His positive energy was such an inspiration. He will be greatly missed!!! RIP sweet friend... until that day when we meet.Mary Faye King
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 My heart goes out to you at this terrible time. My thoughts and prayers are with you, that you will receive the strength to endure this loss. Love to you all...and I'm selfish--I'm going to miss Chip's daily updates and upbeat ways...Andy (& Terrie) Briant
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Mrs. Sheila, Mr. P.Q, Chad and all of Chip's family: So saddened to hear of Chip's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time. Chip was certainly a sweet, kind, and compassionate Christian young man. I have fond memories of young Chip many years ago taking music lessons in our music store. Enjoy heaven my friend! God bless. We'll see ya later...Elaine Connard
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.Eric Hall
Richmond, KY Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Rest well, Chipster, "Where The Soul Never Dies."Anna Jones
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Ms. Sheila and your family. Chip was a very special soul and we will miss him greatly. Love to you all.Trinita Newton
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 May you be comforted during this difficult time. Thinking of you and your family.Trinita and Rashaun Newton
Keith & Teresa Thornton
New Edinburg, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 To the entire Family, Be Assured that our Brother in Christ is with Our Heavenly Father and that our thoughts, prayers and Deepest Condolences are with each of you. Chip will be greatly missed by so many and he always smiled and had a wonderful personality. Heaven will shine brighter for God has added another Angel to His Home. We are truly sorry and ask that Our Father will grant you a peaceful journey in the days ahead of you.Vickie Hayden Montgomery
Star City, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Shelia,I am so sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you. I am praying for God to give you strength, comfort, and peace during this difficult time.
Love,
Vickie
Rob Ellis
monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Chip you are in a better place now and one day we will all meet together. I will never forget how you would sing the song Elvira when we were kids. RIP Cousin you will be missed. My heart Goes out to my Cousin Chad and my Aunt Sheila. You will all be in my heart and prayers. -Your Cousin Rob'What the caterpillar perceives is the end, to the butterfly is just the beginning'
Otis and Jeanie Cater
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Shelia, We are so sorry to hear about Chip passing. We love you, and pray that God will comfort you, and give you the Peace that your heart needs at this difficult time. Chip was a angel on earth, and now he is an angel in heaven. He is ok, so bless he was a child of God. If there is anything we can do, just give us a call!Kathy Curtis
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Love and prayers for you and your family Ms Sheila. I always think of you with fondness for the wonderful person you are. I know you have a strong faith in God and you know that He will get you through this.Carole (Johns) Rushing
Woodlawn (formerly Green Hill), AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Sheila, please accept my sincere condolences on your great loss. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers constantly. May our Blessed Savior give you the peace and comfort at this time that only HE can. Continue to lean on Him for all your strength.Love,
Carole Johns
Elaine Keys
Conway, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 SheilaYou and your family on in my prayers. Chip was a very special person. He will be missed.
Janice Judkins
, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Sheila,I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
mark harris
cadiz, KY Wednesday, October 24, 2012 I am saddened to hear of Chip's passing. However, I know he loved the Lord and we will talk in person one day not just on the Oaks board or on Facebook. I am praying esp. for his mother at this time.Mark Harris
Cadiz Ky
Josh & Angie Frost
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Mrs. Sheila, Chad, Donna & Mr. P.Q.: Words cannot express our sympathy on the passing of Chip. He will be missed by so many! Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.Janice G McAllister
Hot Springs Village, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 How sorry I am to hear of Chip's death. I know he will truly be missed by all and especially his loving family.I pray God's loving arms surround you with peace and give you comfort at this sad time. With sympathy & love, Janice Gladden McAllister
Annette Watson
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.James Brown
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Sheila our prayers are with you. We are so sorry, knowing Chip and you has been a great blessing.Billy Bray
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 You will be greatly missed my friend.Gloria & Kaley Schwab
Bentonville, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Words can't express how saddened we are to hear of your loss.Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love,
Gloria & Kaley
Johnny & Jennifer McDaniel
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 God has taken another angel home with him. Chip will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him. He always had a smile on his face and could make any bad day brighter. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficlut time.Kevin morphis
Star City, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Chip will be missed greatly. He was one of if not the best men that ever walked the earth. I really am honored to have called him a friend. Ms. Gardner if yall newd anything at all let me know.Brenda Birt
Ottawa, Ontario Canada, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Sheila, I am heart broken at the news of Chip's passing I am glad I had the pleasure of meeting him years ago. Chip was in my prayers and thoughts reading your posts on his recovery. Please know that I am thinking of you and your whole family during this difficult time. I am sending you hugs from across the miles!Tim and Diana Abney
Sherwood, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Shelia,You are in our Thoughts and Prayers. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
James and Kathy Berry
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Shelia and Gardner FamilyWe are so sorry for your loss. I will never forget your kindness to our grandchildren at school. It was always a pleasure to see you.
Love and prayers
Braden Fyffe
Texarkana, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and praying for your familyPam
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 24, 2012Shelia and family,
I want to express my love and prayers for you at this
time. Chip was one special man and everyone
loved him. My prayers are with you.
Karen Pirtle Moellenberndt
Warren, AR Tuesday, October 23, 2012 May God comfort you and your family this time.Debbie Chilldres Grissom
Monticello, AR Tuesday, October 23, 2012 Our thoughts and prayers are with you all today as you go through this difficult time. May God give you peace, and know that Chip is now with The Lord.BJ Brantley Forrest
Paducah, KY Tuesday, October 23, 2012 Go rest high on that mountain sweet Chip, going to miss you cuz!!Yolanda Hammock
, AR Tuesday, October 23, 2012 He will be missed.Janice and Fred Taylor
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, October 23, 2012 Oh Sheila, I am so sorry to read about Chip. I remember him so well. You are so special to us. Our love, Janice and Fred Taylor