of Hamburg, IA – Preceded in death by Parents: Fred & Marilyn Ballentine;  Son: Joshua Hughes Gardner; Survived by Husband: Denny Gardner; Children: Monica (Trevor) Holmstedt, Amber Hughes, Michelle Hughes; 12 Grandchildren; Taylor, Katlyn, Frances, Joshlynn, Zoey, Holly, Elizabeth, Bradley, Zachary, Coby, Little Joshua, Ely; 3 Great-grandchildren; Colt, Cobain, Able; Siblings: Barry (Kim) Ballentine, Jody (Rich) Anderson, Greg (Kathy) Ballentine, Betsy (Tony) Theisen, Genea (Tom) Davis; Siblings-in-Law: Susan (Rich) Kuzelka, Linda (David) Crowe, Cynthia Montalvo, Timothy Gardner.

Her interests include: she was a great swimmer & diver, home decorating, gardening, playing with grandkids, fishing, enjoying the outdoors, and spending time with family.

Memorials to the family for later designation.