GARDNER, Ronald E. "Rhino," 42, of Varina, went to be with the Lord, June 20, 2011. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lois McGee Gardner. He is survived by his father, Marvin H. Gardner Sr.; brothers and sisters, Chuck Gardner, Cindy Gardner, Debbie Gerace, Sandy Barrett, Susan Jancarek, Patti Price, Ginny McGee, Curtis McGee, Tony Gardner and Wesley McGee; numerous nieces and nephews, and many beloved friends. The family will receive friends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 23, 2011 at Nelsen Funeral Home, with a memorial service at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 23, 2011. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Virginia Cancer Institute, 7501 Right Flank Road, #600, Mechanicsville, Va. 23116.