Larry D. Gardner, 68, died August 6, 2018. He was born July 27, 1950, in Hutchinson, the son of John B. and Leona I. (Reinke) Gardner.

Larry graduated from Fairfield High School in 1968, Hutchinson Community College in 1970, and Fort Hays State University in 1972, where he majored in math. He was also on the tennis teams at HCC and FHSU. Larry worked for several farmers in the Plevna area, as well as road maintenance for Plevna township.

Larry is survived by: sister, Helen Smith (Bill), Newton; nephews, Barry Smith (Mara), Casper, WY, and Brent Smith (Sara), Glenpool, OK; and great-nephews, Konrad and Oskar Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Cremation has taken place and a graveside service will take place at a later date in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today through next Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Plevna Community Bible Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Graveside service  will be 2 p.m. Friday, December 28, 2018, in Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W 4th Ave., Hutchinson, with Pastor Kent Holcomb officiating.