Susan Gardner

Susan Gardner, daughter of Donna B. Gardner of Zoar and the late Porter Gardner, passed away on Friday, June 10, 2016 in Paradise, California. In addition to her mother, Susan is also survived by her brother, Timothy Lee Gardner of Atlanta.

She graduated from Berkley and earned her law degree from the University of Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento and was the Business Professor Emeritus at Cal State University in Chico, California. During her tenure, Susan's research was published in both national and international journals relating to organizational conditions affecting employees. Susan was the recipient of numerous awards for outstanding teaching, research and community service. While on a six month sabbatical, she was employed by Lauren Manufacturing of New Philadelphia where her research results were published in several journals.

Private graveside services will be held in the Zoar Cemetery. The Toland-Herzig Funeral Home and Crematory at Dover is handling arrangements. Those wishing to express their fondest memories of Susan may do so by visiting the online obituaries and flowers link on the funeral homes website.