Doris C. Gardner
Canisteo
Doris C. Gardner, 86, of 38 Chestnut Street, passed away Saturday (March 13, 2010) at the Wellsville Manor.
Born in North Hornell, November 19, 1923, she was the daughter of Dr. Kenneth and Florence Skillman Comfort. She was a graduate of Canisteo Central School, and graduated " Cum Laude" from Alfred University. She taught business in several area schools prior to opening "Gardners Clothing Store " in Canisteo in 1954, which she and her husband, Barney Gardner operated until 1993. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Canisteo, The American Association of University Women and the Alfred Alumni Association.
She was predeceased by her parents and her husband, Barney Gardner in 1995.
She is survived by her son, Kenneth (Cindy) Gardner of Canisteo and grand daughter, Jessica Thompson of Greer, South Carolina.
Honoring Doris' wishes, there will be no calling hours. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Wednesday evening at 7 PM at the First United Methodist Church of Canisteo. Rev. Robert Dean will officiate. Burial will be in Bath National Cemetery.
Friends may make memorial contributions to: Hornell Area Humane Society, PO Box 533, Hornell, NY 14843.
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. The family is being assisted by Gerald R. Brown, Director.