Doris A. (Shulkey) Gardner, 87, of Mattapoisett, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2020 at home. She was the wife of the late Robert C. Gardner.
Born in Boston, daughter of the late Donald and Nina (Gilmore) Shulkey, she had lived in Mattapoisett since 1967. She married her High School sweetheart, supporting his music interests and serving together as race officials for the Mattapoisett Road Race for many years. Mrs. Gardner was affectionately called “Mighty Mouse” and was known for being generous and a friend to all who knew her. She also enjoyed playing the piano.
Survivors include a son: Peter L. Gardner and his wife Fabiane of W. Yarmouth; a daughter: Karen L. Gardner-Ogg and her husband Willy of Wareham; a daughter-in-law: Paula Gardner; 4 grandchildren: Blake, Marissa, Andrew and Noah; 4 great grandchildren: Madison, Mila, Lainey and Gwendolyn; and several nieces and nephews.
She was mother of the late Glenn D. Gardner and sister of the late Donna Barrett and Diane Castine.
Funeral to which relatives and friends are invited will be Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at the Potter Funeral Home at 11:00 am.
Visitation will be from 9 – 11 am prior to the service.
At the family’s request, burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Compassionate Care ALS, PO Box 1052, West Falmouth, MA 02574 in memory of Doris’s son Glenn.
