Kenneth M. Gardner, 76, of Thomasville, GA, formerly of Douglas, GA, passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2011 at Savannah Specialty Care Center. Mr. Gardner was the son of the late Wilbur and Frances McGirt Gardner and the widower of Helen Deen Gardner. He was of Presbyterian faith and was a United States Air Force veteran. He was a retired salesman for Diamond Hill Plywood. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 24, 2011 in the Douglas City Cemetery. Survivors include: son: Kenneth (Cindy) T. Gardner, Savannah, GA; daughter: Helen Asbell, Thomasville, GA; grandchildren: Chris Fletcher, Neil Asbell, Erica Asbell and Ashley (Jerry) Pias; four great grandchildren; sister: Gail (Foy) Butts, Lake Hamilton, FL. Remembrances: Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes - Post Office Box 1000, Stockbridge, GA 30281-8000. Sims Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.