Gardner, Ruth E. Age 74 of Carrollton, Tx., passed away October 12, 2009. She was born March 9, 1935 in Houston, Tx. To William Uhler & Florence Johnson Rea. She was a loving wife & mother who was devoted to her many friends & she was a longstanding member of the Nor'kirk Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by sister Rosemary Roland. She is survived by husband Roy Gardner, daughter Jeri Gray & family, son Lee Gardner & family & sister Carolyn Mings & family. Memorial service will be held 3:00 pm Saturday October 17, 2009 @ Nor'kirk Presbyterian Church in Carrollton, Tx. Memorial contributions should be made to the American Cancer Society.