Passed away peacefully at Owen Sound Gardens on Monday, January 19, 2026. Winnifred “Davey” Gardner (nee Davison) of Owen Sound was in her 102nd year.
Beloved wife of the late Charles Gardner. Loving mother of Janet Harada (Glenn) of Owen Sound and Donald Gardner (Melody) of Ottawa. Cherished grandma of Benjamin (Meghan), Daryl (Matt), Erin (Kevin), Graham and Robyn (Scott). Winnifred will also be missed by her 10 great grandchildren.
Davey was a World War II veteran, serving with the army in communications at Camp X, a secret WWII spy training school in Oshawa established by British intelligence. Davey later worked for the Government of Canada agency known as Communications Security Establishment Canada.
In keeping with Winnifred’s wishes, cremation is taking place. Arrangements are entrusted to Brian E. Wood Funeral Home, Owen Sound, 519-376-7492.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Heart & Stroke Foundation or Owen Sound Royal Canadian Legion Memorial Branch 6 (cheques only) would be appreciated. Online condolences can be sent to Winnifred’s family by visiting her memorial at www.woodfuneralhome.ca.
