Barbara Jean Gardner

Ms. Barbara Jean Gardner, 78, of Dexter, passed away on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at her home.

Ms. Gardner was born on June 6, 1943 in Golden Pond, KY to the late Scott and Ethel Bullocks Sanders.  She retired from the healthcare industry.  Barbara was a member of the Murray Art Guild and spent lots of her time there with friends.  She loved gardening, making jewelry and was a very artistic person.  She painted portraits of many barns in Calloway County which were often displayed at local banks and at the library.  

She was preceded in death by her parents, as well as a son, Timothy Gardner.

Those she lovingly leaves behind include a daughter, Teresa Groff and husband, John of Chesterton, IN; four grandchildren, Jason Groff and wife, Roxanne, of Illinois, Justin Groff of Indiana, Brandon Gardner and Bradley Gardner, both of Murray and two great grandchildren, Arabella Gardner and John Michael Groff.

A graveside service is set for 1 PM on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at Matheny Cemetery.  Sammy Cunningham will officiate.  

Please join family and friends in honoring the life of Ms. Gardner by visiting www.imesfh.com and posting your tributes and memories.

Imes Funeral Home & Crematory, downtown Murray is entrusted with caring for the family.