Obituary of Stanley Wilson Gardiner

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Stanley Gardiner on July 7th, 2026 at Earls Court Village in London, Ontario at the age of 90. 

Born on May 31st, 1936, in Kennoway, Scotland. Stanley was a man with a quick wit and generous heart and was a true and trustworthy friend. He loved the Lord with all his heart and equally his family. 

He is survived and lovingly remembered by his wife of 69 years, Margaret, his daughter, Elaine Tyrer (Stephen) and his grandchildren, Robert Tyrer (Crystal), Heather Hessels (Peter) and Jacob Tyrer. 

He was a proud great-grandfather of Lauren, Nathaniel, Tessa, Silas and Scarlett (pre-deceased)

Stanley and his wife first emigrated to Timmins, Ontario from Scotland to work in the gold mines in 1960. Their life led them to London, Ontario where he worked several jobs to support his family. He retired as shipping supervisor of Bendix automotive in 1992 to continue working a bed and breakfast with his wife in Niagara Falls for 13 years. They then move back to London in the year 2000. 

He loved travelling with his wife, Margaret which led them to several adventures including climbing lighthouses, a total of 13 of them in the East Coast. His passion was also to garden and had beautiful gardens. 

The family extends heartfelt thanks to the staff at Earls Court Village for their constant compassionate care from the moment Stan was admitted to the very end. 

A celebration of life will be held at Southdale Bible Chapel, 1214 Southdale Rd. East, London, Ontario on Sunday, July 19th, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. 

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made in memory of Stan to FBH International (Family Bible Hour) 1-800-567-1218 www.fbhinternational.com

"willing to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord" (2nd Corinthians 5:8)

(paraphrased from KJV)