Valerie Gardner

1975 ~ 2021

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Dec. 29, 2021
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Liberty Ward (445 East Harvard Ave, SLC, 84111)
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    Dec. 29, 2021
    11:00 AM
    Liberty Ward (445 East Harvard Ave, SLC, 84111)
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  • Valerie Gardner, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend died tragically following an automobile accident on November 26, 2021.

    Born on May 2, 1975, to John Douglas Gardner and Carol Hinckley Gardner, Valerie grew up in Glen Burnie, Maryland with her parents and two sisters. She was a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. While earning a Bachelor of Arts in History at Weber State University, she had the opportunity to spend a semester abroad at the University of Glasgow, which gave her a lifelong love for Scotland and its culture and people, and friendships which endured for the rest of her life.

    Valerie was a kind and loving soul who touched and brightened the lives of her family and friends. She loved photography, music, and her cats. She showed courage in facing her chronic illnesses and compassion in supporting others with theirs. She is dearly loved by her family and friends and will be greatly missed until the day we are reunited.

    Valerie is survived by her parents, and her sisters Teresa Osgood (Darrell) Becky Gibbs (Paul), and by her nephews Allan, Robert, Scott and David Osgood, and Timothy and Peter Gibbs, and her beloved cat Pierre.

    A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 29th, 2021, at Liberty Ward (445 East Harvard Ave) from 10:00 - 10:45 AM. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 AM.

    Interment at Orem City Cemetery.

    For those who wish to view the recording of the services may do so here: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/mYjo7VJ-GvC3ZHWObF3cuotftkMI7kakfbkENRmUr7FCr3jQhSqEOpwv5Nnz_M4T.6BAfkLybo9ezFdgH
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    Further information can be found on Valerie's memorial page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Remember-Valerie-Gardner-110013584849637/


    Guestbook/Condolences

    I was a good friend of Levi he was a great person and a kind person. All my friends liked having him around at are school. We all wish that he has a happy time in the afterlife and we will helped your son over come everything he asked for.


    - Ava

    I’m so sorry for your loss, Valerie was the most kind caring person i new and all though i hadn’t seen her in years we reconnected on Facebook she was always so uplifting to me when i was down, i will miss her dearly


    - Delores sanchez

    Dear Doug and Carol, Becky, and Teresa and family,
    We are so sorry. We send our sympathy to you in love as we know how much you all love and miss Valerie. As we think of her we think of her wonderful smile, her love for her family, and her fearlessness in touring Europe on her own, as well as many other inspiring examples she set in life. As we prayed for her, I was comforted with the thoughts that her grandparents were close by. I pray now that she will continue to be a comforting and inspirational influence in the live of those who knew her.


    - Bruce Prichard and Lois Ann Gardner Prichard

    We've Known Valerie since she was 5 years old. Our kids grew up with her and her sisters, and were happy friends. We are heartbroken for her parents and her family. She will be a sweet addition to heaven. Prayers for comfort and solace for you Carol, Doug, Teresa and Becky.


    - Dennis and Rebecca Everett

    My deepest condolences on the loss of such a beautiful soul. I know her soul is now in peace. And although I didn’t have much contact with her lately I profess true sentiment because I know how bright and beautiful she was.
    The family, I am so very sorry. I know this is a hard time. Eventually peace will follow . For now Allow yourself grief


    - Gloria Vásquez

    I'm so sorry to hear that Valerie passed on. I was a very good friend of valeries awhile back. We had to go our ways a few years ago, but to see that she's passed on has brought me back to those days we used to hang out. I've thought about her this past week and I'm sad. I wish for the best for u and her family.


    - Jeremy

    I only knew you for a few short months when we worked together at ACS. You were nice, kind, patient, and funny. You sure made that place a lot more bearable. I wish we hadn't lost touch when I moved. I've been thinking I should look you up on Facebook, but wasn't sure if we could connect again like we had, since my life changed so dramatically for the worse after leaving ACS. Always listen to those still small voices. I'm glad I was able to know you, if even for such a short while. Rest in peace my friend.


    - Jeany

    I am still in disbelief Valerie is gone. I saw her last over 2 years ago. We were friends in grade school going back to the 6th grade up through high school in Glen Burnie, MD. The last few years we had been regular Facebook pals chatting directly and also on each other's Instagram ages. I always liked checking in on her to make sure she was ok and finding out what she was up to. I loved hearing her stories of the crazy customers at Sundance. I told her I would just bug out and hate on her if she was blessed to ever meet Robert Redford (LOL). I truly treasure and appreciate even now that photo taken of us two at TGIFridays. :>'(

    May she rest in peace.


    - Aljorie Stallings

    Dear Doug and Carol,
    We are so sad to hear of tragic death of your daughter. We send our love to you. We hope that the peace of our Father in heaven and the Savior can can fill your hearts.

    Love, John and Karen Valentine


    - John and Karen Valentine

    Valerie and Chris are; and will always be my angels! While I was never able to “Thank Valerie personally, I know how freely she gave compassion, love and how unconditionally they rescued someone very important to me! Thank you, God bless and know how happy I am that you are home and are in the loving arms of our Savior in Heaven! ~Forever grateful, Rhonda Kelley


    - Rhonda Kelley

    I'm so sad to hear of Valerie's passing. She really was a light in this world. She just brightened everything. I'll forever remember the dance that Becky, Valerie and I did for that ward roadshow. I'm sending my love and prayers to all of your family.


    - Kristen (Chapman) Smith

    Dear Carol and Family, was so sad to here about your daughter Valerie’s death . Our love ,and prayers go out to you all . If you need anything. Love to all . Ruth


    - Ruth Dusbabek

    Valerie was a steadfast friend, a fabulous co worker. She and I talked at work and I remember once saying that's a cool shirt. " Got it in Japan", She was just unassuming and not fake. She loved her cat and her family. She was a bubbly person and I will truly miss her.
    Jami @ Sumdance


    - Jami

    I'm so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Valerie at C3. I enjoyed seeing the pictures she'd taken. I'm sorry to say I didn't get to know her as well as I'd like, but I do count her as a friend. Your family has been in my prayers. I really don't know what else to say. God bless you.


    - Richelle

    I am just hearing of Valerie's passing. I'd love to keep in touch with her family. Valerie changed my life many moons ago. We were eleven when we met. I am so blessed to share her with you 💓. Sending you peace.


    - Shelly Frame