Dennis R. Gardiner
Obituary
Dennis R. Gardiner, age 55, of Massillon, passed away Sunday, July 30, 2023 with his family by his side.
He was born May 25, 1968, in Massillon, the son of the late Charles and Gearldine (Myers) Gardiner.
Dennis was passionate about landscaping and owned and operated his own landscaping business, Gardiner's Cuts and Such.
He enjoyed the outdoors and would often kayak with his dog, Foxy. He also enjoyed Friday night lights at Paul Brown Tiger Stadium. He loved the Massillon Tigers and Cincinnati Bengals.
Dennis is survived by sons, Justin Gardiner, Nick Gardiner and fianc'e Melissa; beloved longtime companion, Tracy Burkey and her daughter, Brittany; his dog, Foxy; brothers, William Gardiner, Timmy Gardiner, Larry Gardiner; sister, Penny Gardiner; lots of extended family and lots of friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Tyler Gardiner and his dog, Baby Girl.
There will be no services at this time.
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Dennis Gardiner
May 25, 1968-July 30, 2023
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