Ms. Martha Lorraine Gardner

April 7, 1961 - November 16, 2020

Her Life’s Story Martha Lorraine Gardner was born April 7, 1961 to the parentage of Monroe Garner and Mary Williams. She moved to Fort Worth, Texas in 1969. She attended school in the Fort Worth Independent School district at Eastern High School. Then married Kenneth Cortez and to their union Kenda Cortez was born in 1981. At this time she worked as a housekeeper and a laundry aide for many years. She joined New Jerusalem Church of Fort Worth, and was a faithful member under the leadership of Pastor R.A Martin; for many years. She enjoyed singing in the choir, serving on the Usher board, and serving in the Kitchen. She leaves to cherish her memories, Her Children: Kenda Hilaire, Johnnie Gardner, Melissa Johnson, and Monique Gardner-Bromfield (Kerry). Her Grandchildren: Kentrael Ish, De’Ana Hilaire, Daniel Hilaire, Deondra Hilaire, Jocobie Gardner, Jadarius Gardner, Carisma Gardner, Sanaq Gardner, Nydia Jean Baptiste, Raquelle Jean Baptiste, Nicole Johnson, Troy Hill, and Deadon Mueller. Her Great Grandkids: Kaclynn Coleman and Za’Kaiden Hillaire. Her Brother: Paul Gardner; Her long-time companion Kenneth Rose, and a host of other relatives and friend.