Reginald D. Gard

Reginald “Regi” David Gard, 73, of Warrensburg, Missouri, passed away Monday, December 30, 2019.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 6, 2020, at Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO; burial in Mecklin Cemetery, Oak Grove.  The family will receive friends from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 5th at the funeral home.

Regi was born March 19, 1946, in Independence, Missouri, the son of Oscar R. and Beatrice L. (Tignor) Gard.  He served in the U.S. Navy from 1965-1969 serving during the Vietnam War.  Regi married Janice E. Halphin on January 23, 1970.  He was a diesel mechanic for Midwest Kenworth retiring in 2011.  Regi was a member of the DAV and the Odessa VFW.  He enjoyed restoring tractors and camping and was an avid follower of his children and grandchildren’s sporting events.

Regi’s survivors include his wife, Janice Gard of the home; two daughters: Christy Michelle Johnson (Christopher) of Ft. Worth, TX and Kam Danielle West (Matthew) of Holden, MO; one son, Reginald David Gard II (Angela) of Higginsville, MO; one sister, Marilyn Bozarth (Fred) of Boulder City, NV; six grandchildren: Breanna Johnson, Aireanna Johnson, Chase West, Madelon West, Alexia West, and Austin David Gard; and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, and one sister.

Arrangements:  Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO   816-690-4441

This Post Has 3 Comments

  1. Don & Edie Hensley

    10 Sep 2020 Reply

    Janice and family, we are so sorry about the loss of Regi. We have fond memories of working with him at Farmland Industries and his meat locker service for us. Our sympathy to you as you adjust to life without Regi. – Don & Edie Hensley

  2. Tiffany Proctor-Towler

    8 Dec 2020 Reply

    I just learned today that Reg passed away last year, and I wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. I have so many wonderful childhood memories with the Gard family, and Reg and Janice always welcomed me into their home like one of their own children. Thank you Reg for all the wonderful memories, and my condolences and prayers for the Gard family.

  3. Bre Johnson

    17 Aug 2024 Reply

    We miss you grandpa. Truly.
    It’s been a long 5 years without you.

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