Levi Ervin Gardner
February 6, 1953 ~ August 6, 2017
Resided in:
Swannanoa, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Levi Ervin Gardner, 64, of Swannanoa, passed away on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at Mission Hospital.
Born in Wilson, NC to Agnes Whitley Gardner and the late Ervin Gardner, he was a licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist.
Survivors include his wife, Pamela Dillard Gardner; son, Luke Gardner; daughter-in law, Lisa Margetis, of Chicago; daughter, Leah Peacock; son-in-law, Pepijh VanDerGeld, of Asheville; brother, Randy Gardner, of Statesville; and sister, Becky Cooper, of Wilson.
His family will receive friends on Thursday afternoon, August 10, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Eliada Home PARC Building, 2 Compton Drive Asheville, NC 28806.
Donations may be made to Brother Wolf Animal Rescue at https://www.bwar.org/donate/ or by mail to 31 Glendale Ave., Asheville, NC, 28803.
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road is assisting the family.
Lee is my brother that I love so much and I’ll miss him and his love for me and my family. My wife of 40 years is Brenda, we have two children Dawn Gardner Ruhman (Mike) and Randall Gardner (Amber). I also have three grandchildren Joseph, James and Brianna Ruhman. WE all reside in Statesville NC. Lee would stop by and visit with us on his way to Wilson NC to visit our momma Agnes Gardner our sister Becky Cooper and the many family members that reside there. We enjoyed Lee’s visits he always shared stories of his life and he’ d could make you laugh until you’re face hurt. LEE deeply loved his wife Pam, his son Luke and his ‘daughter’ in law Lisa. Lee always talked about Luke how proud he is of Luke and how so very blessed that God had given him such a wonderful son.
We all love you brother, our hearts are full of sorrow that you have gone, but we also are rejoicing with you that you’re in Heaven.
Pam, so sorry to hear that Levi is gone. I am in Black Mountain
And would love to see you. Dare
Dear Pamela and family of Levi,
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. I am very sorry to have learned of Levi’s passing. You, Levi’s relatives, friends, and family are in my prayers and thoughts as you travel through this dark time. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know. You know how to reach me, and I’m here for you.
To Lee’s family, Lynne, Agnes, Becky, and Randy, Don and I send our condolences. We are so sorry for your loss. I remember Lee very fondly.
Our prayers are with as you go through this time of sorrow.
Pam, so so very sorry to hear about Levi. Love you!❤
I wanted to express my sympathy and let you know I hold your entire family in my heart and prayers. Pam, this makes my heart ache for you and want you to know we are here for you today and always.
Pam, I am so very sorry about your familys loss of Levi. I hope that the memories you all shared will help get you through the tough times.
Pam, so very sorry to learn of Levi’s passing. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam and family
I worked with Levi (as did my partner Margaret) professionally and just loved the man – his brilliant mind and kind heart. I am stunned and deeply saddened. My thoughts are with you, as are Margaret’s!
Eddie
Pam,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Levi was a good man and will be missed. I won’t be presumptuous to say I know how you feel, but I do know how I felt when I lost my husband. So, if you’d like to talk, or cry, or walk dogs, or anything with someone who has been there, just let me know. You are very much in my thoughts.
Pam and Luke, I’m SO very saddened to hear about this loss. I only knew your husband/father for a short time as we both participated in the same supervision group for a short time. I very much admired Levi’s brilliance and his ability to resight long quotes from some of the top minds in history, like it was nothing. He was truly brilliant on many levels and the world lost a great human being. My thoughts are with you all and if there is anything I can do please call. Sincerely,
Eric Belsterling, MA, LPC, LCAS, CSAT
Heart and Soul Recovery, PLLC
56 Glendale Ave.
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 337-0391
eric@heartandsoulrecovery.org
heartandsoulrecovery.org
Pam, Please know you have been in my thoughts and prayers through this time. If you need anything please let me know.
Pammy, I am so sorry my heart hurts for you and your family. these are difficult times but please know we love you and your in my prayers.
Pam, I truly believe that when a person departs this earth, they really never leave, but stay alive in our hearts and our mind, living on through us. To you and your family please accept my condolences for the loss of your loved one. The loss of someone dear is never easy, Remember that you are surrounded by people who love and care for you, if there is anything I can do, please don’t hesitate to let me.
Pam….I really wish there were more words in our language to provide comfort at times like this. Considering there isn’t, I’m praying you’ll find comfort in your furry friends. Somehow, they know when we need them the most.
I am so sorry for you loss. He was a good man and loved animals. He will be missed. May God protect his family and guide them though this terrible loss
So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for the family. Such an amazing person. He will be missed. His enthusiasm for life and recovery will always be remembered.
Pam, My love and condolences are especially with you and Leah – and other relatives and mutual friends. I am available by Facebook/private messenger at your discretion. Love you, Joy
Dear Pam and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I always enjoyed working Levi at JFK. My thoughts are with you and your family. Debbie Mangham
Pamela,
I am so sorry to hear of Levi’s death. I have been out of town and had not heard the sad news until yesterday. Please accept my condolences. He subleased my office on Haywood Street for the past year. He seemed to be a kind, compassionate soul and I was pleased to share my space with him!
My name is Victor and Levi was counselor at Black Mountain in the fall of ‘?97. He truly helped to save my life. My prayers are with you always!! I actually celebrated 21 years of sobriety on October 14th.