Mr. Walter Scott Gardner age 64, of Pearson, Ga. passed away Friday, October 28, 2011 at his home following an extended illness. Survivors include: Wife: Joann B. Gardner of Pearson, Ga. 1 Son: Dustin Scott Gardner of Chicago, IL. 1 Daughter: Melissa Carolyn Gardner of Ft. Myers, Fl. 2 Brothers: Donnie Gardner of Chicago, IL. Thomas Walter Gardner and wife Sherry of Chicago, IL. 1 Sister: Pamela Mae Ryan and husband Kenny of West Palm Beach, Fl. 9 Grandchildren and several Nieces and Nephews also survive. Funeral services for Mr. Gardner will be held at 4:00 P.M., Saturday, October 29, 2011 at Covenant Outreach Ministries with Rev. Robert Spivey officiating. The interment will follow at a later date. The family will be receiving friends from 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M., Saturday, October 29, 2011 at Relihan Funeral Home in Pearson, Ga. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson, Ga. is in charge of the arrangements.