Bryan Keith GARDNER

April 23, 1967 - November 12, 2020

Bryan Keith Gardner passed away suddenly November 12th, 2020 @ Lake St. Louis hospital he was 53 years 6 months and 21 days. He was born April 23rd, 1967 in St. Louis, MO to Fred and Merlyn (Walter) Gardner. He was a devoted husband to his wife Mona (Biggs) Gardner for 26 years. Bryan was a man of many talents he was a pawnbroker / Jeweler for 20+ years @ Wentzville Jewelry and Loan where he also specialized in watch repairs. Many will remember Bryan for the Rings he helped them choose for weddings, engagements and for just a gift to be given. Bryan was also a skilled carpenter who loved to build decks. There wasn’t many things he could not fix. Bryan enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle in his free time he always looked forward to meeting up and riding with the VETERANS RUN FOR THE WALL POW’s & MIA’s as he proudly displayed his patriotism for our troops and our coutry. Bryan also enjoyed BBQing for his family and friends. He especially loved spending time with his grandkids. Ty, Jasmyn, Warden, Cooper, Aaliyah & Davian Lodatto. They always brought the kid out of him, he will forever be their guardian angel. Bryan is survived by his wife Mona (Biggs) Gardner. His parents Merlyn Menne Warrenton, MO. His Father Fred (Shirley) Gardner Winfield, Mo. 1 daughter Courtney Gardner 2 stepson’s Michael Lodatto Tony (Sarah) Lodatto. 1 sister Tina Gardner 2 brothers Steve & Randy Gardner 4 stepbrothers David, Darrell, Paul & Tony Menne. 2 stepsisters, Peggy Skinner & Mary Harmann. Bryan was proceeded in death by his stepfather Lester Paul Menne and his Maternal grandmother Edna (Odell) Walter. Bryan was a kind-hearted man who would help anyone he could, he will be missed by so many people. A graveside memorial is being planned for a later date this month.