Paul W. Gardiner

Paul W. Gardiner, 85, Cedar Falls, died Monday, March 2, 2026.

Paul was born December 29, 1940 in Presque Isle, Maine to the late Wilbur and Madline (Bear) Gardiner. Following high school, he enlisted in the US Air Force and honorably served from 1961-65. Paul married Marcia Ann Cole in 1970 in Cedar Falls. He worked in logistics with John Deere for 27 years retiring in 1999.

Paul is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Marcia; daughter, Susan Gardiner of Ames; and extended family and friends.

There will be a graveside committal for Paul at 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Hudson Cemetery, Hudson, Iowa.