Rick was born Dec. 6, 1954 at Camp Crowder, Neosho, MO. He worked at Cardinal Scales in Webb City, MO. for 30 plus years as a CNC machinist. He enjoyed wood working, amateur radio, music, model railroading and watching real trains. When he was growing up he loved to go camping & fishing with his grandparents.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles R. Gardner Sr and Barbara Jean Manning. Rick is survived by his brother, Steve Gardner & wife, RoiAnn of Neosha, MO., brother & sister-in-law, Raymond & Joanna Johnson of Seneca, MO and many nieces and nephew. No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Ozark Memorial Park Crematory of Joplin, MO.