Allen "Bruce" Gardner, age 61, of Live Oak, Florida, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025. He was born in Lake City on October 21, 1963, to Jackie Sapp and Early Bascom Gardner, and was a lifelong resident of Suwannee County. Bruce was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He spent as much time with his sons as he could and had the privilege of coaching his sons through the years in several sports. Bruce was a huge Florida Gator fan and spent as much time spoiling his grandchildren as possible. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Dustin Gardner; and beloved wife of 37 years, Sarah H. Gardner. Survivors include his sons, Brandon Gardner (Darlene) of Live Oak, J.D. Strickland (Jessica) of Keystone Heights, and Dillon Gardner of Live Oak; sisters, Sharrone Davidson (Steve) of Advance, North Carolina, Gloria Davis (Frank) of Lake City, Wanda Strickland (Jerry) of McAlpin; mother-in-law, Lorena Barclay; sister-in-law, Lazoni Jones (Jimmie); grandchildren, Myliegh, Arianna, Brayden, Brandon, Landon, Gabriel, and Willow; nieces and nephew, Sarah (Chris), Stephanie (Mike), Steven, and Wendy; along with numerous other family members, and friends. A Celebration of Bruce's Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Tiger Lake Baptist Church, Tiger Lake Baptist Church, 11640 County Road 49, Live Oak, Florida 32060, with Pastor Robert Sullivan officiating. Please dress casually. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Donations in Bruce's name may be made to Tiger Lake Cemetery Fund, c/o of Terry Mills, 12838 97th Road, Live Oak, Florida 32060. Cremation arrangements entrusted to the dedicated care of BLACKBURN-CURRY FUNERAL & CREMATION, 380 N. Lowder Street, Macclenny, Florida 32063. (904) 259-2806.