Comments on: Martin Ralph Gardner

By: Lori Anderson

Lori Anderson — Mon, 16 Dec 2019 16:51:09 +0000

May God’s blessings of comfort and love rest upon Anne and her husband, Marty.

with much love

By: Mary Spencer

Mary Spencer — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 14:54:47 +0000

Many years ago, I was a secretary at the Law School. Professor Gardner was one that I assisted and typed papers for. After all these years, I remember him due to his kindness to me and his students. I always learned something from the papers he wrote and I typed. To this day, I have mentioned several aspects of his works in conversation. My thoughts are with his family.

By: Brian and Jenina Lepard

Brian and Jenina Lepard — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 04:11:57 +0000

Marty was a wonderful colleague and even more importantly a kind and compassionate friend. He always had a comforting word to say and was very generous of spirit. He humbly and unobtrusively gave his all for the benefit of the Law College, his students, and his colleagues. He will be deeply missed.

By: Mike Fedorenko - Class of 2003

Mike Fedorenko - Class of 2003 — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 02:36:30 +0000

Very sad to hear of Prof. Gardner’s passing. He was a great credit to UNL Law School. He was very fair and understanding. He never let his personal opinions enter into his teachings and he was very giving of his time. He was an exceptional man and he will be missed by all who knew him.

By: Glenda Lanik

Glenda Lanik — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 23:28:07 +0000

I was so sorry to hear of Professor Gardner’s passing. My condolences to the Gardner family. I cherish my law school times and Professor Gardner was a part of that time. He will be greatly missed. Glenda Lanik class of 1983

By: Sue Hraban

Sue Hraban — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 19:22:04 +0000

We are heartbroken to have lost Marty, a true icon and dear friend.
Our sincere condolences go out to Anne, their family, and many friends.
Sincerely, Ken and Sue Hraban

By: Alan Dickson

Alan Dickson — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 17:35:25 +0000

I was saddened to hear of Marty’s passing. We have been friends since 1965 and there are many great memories of our time together. He was a kind and gentle man and accomplished so much in his life. He leaves a great legacy for his family and his example and love will live on in his children and grandchildren. May God bless every member of his family with hope and faith as they cope with his loss.

By: Lynne Fees

Lynne Fees — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 15:47:48 +0000

Prof. Gardner was always able to walk the fine line of having our respect, yet making class both enjoyable and challenging. He will be missed!

By: Jimmy and Carol Shelbourn

Jimmy and Carol Shelbourn — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 15:04:53 +0000

Anne-
We saddened to learn of Martin’s passing. We so enjoyed our evening together at Trinity College Evensong in 2012 when we were stunned to run into fellow Nebraskans while in queue. Our prayers are with you.

By: Ariel C. Johnson - Class of 2013

Ariel C. Johnson - Class of 2013 — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 14:33:33 +0000

Professor Gardner’s passing came as a shock to me as I am sure it did to all. He is the reason, in large part, that I ended up attending UNL for law school. I remember meeting him at the Law Fair at my undergraduate university. He was a wonderful professor, a faithful member of his Church, and a wise friend with more than just knowledge of the law. I send my heartfelt condolences to all of his many friends and to his family facing the difficult task of grieving and coping. My thoughts and prayers are with you.