Pauline Ann Gardner, 77, of Delhi, passed away on October 14, 2026 surrounded by many loving family members. She was the dear sister of Richard J. Gardner (Nancy) and precious aunt to many nieces and nephews. She was also the proud mama of her beautiful cat, Minnie. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents Loretta (nee Hampel) & Robert Gardner; her brothers John (Mary), Robert (Jackie), Leroy, David, Leonard (Debbie); and her devoted sister Alvina Oldendick (Allen).

*Services are pending*

--In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the SPCA of Cincinnati or the Freestore Foodbank in honor of Paul’s memory [link to websites here]

Paul grew up in Monfort Heights, OH as the youngest of 8 siblings. She attended St. Ignatius grade school and graduated from McAuley High School in 1967. She earned an Associate of Science degree in Information Systems from the University of Cincinnati Evening College while working as a stenographer at Drackett Company. She quickly worked her way up to the position of Program Analyst and spent 19 years with DrackettCompany. Her next employment was with Convergys, where she attained the level of Senior Analyst, assisting many international clients and developed life-long friendships.

Following her retirement in 2009, she filled her time with family, travel, the arts, and time with friends as well as pets. Later in life, with a move to Bayley Place and joining the Delhi Senior Center, she had the opportunity to make many new and valued friendships. Lots of Bingo, cards, lunches, and mini-excursions together would follow.

Throughout her life she made her nieces and nephews a priority and so enjoyed attending their sporting events, concerts, or anything they participated in! She always looked forward to taking them on special outings (such as COSI), having them spend sleepovers at her place, playing games, baking cookies together, and sharing holidays.

She is deeply missed by all who knew and loved her! She will be remembered for her sweet demeanor, gentle ways, her love for all God’s creatures, and her unfailing example of true kindness.