Eleanor Mae Gardner, age 94, passed away at her home in Monroe, Washington on November 23, 2012. She was born to Gold E. and Thelma W (Armstrong) Beall in Indianapolis, Indiana on March 7, 1918. She was the oldest of 5 children. Eleanor graduated from Shortridge High School and attended Purdue University. On April 17, 1939 she married Joe D. Gardner of Monticello, Ind. Together they had 5 children. Eleanor and Joe lived in many cities, finally settling in Seattle. She was a member of Eastern Star and The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). She volunteered for several non-profit organizations.

Eleanor is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a brother, Gold E. Beall, Jr. and two sisters, Carolyn Van Arsdel and Retta Sexson. She is survived by her children, Thomas (Phyllis) Gardner, Jack Gardner, Robert (Jan) Gardner, Jo Ann Gardner, Patricia (Mike) Hayden and a brother, Fred (Nancy) Beall, 9 grandchildren and twenty three great grandchildren. Eleanor was buried beside her husband in Sunnyside Cemetery, Coupeville, Wash. Donations may be made in Eleanor’s name to a charity of choice. Family and friends may sign an online registry or leave notes at www.burleyfuneralchapel.com .