Juanita Gardner, age 81, of Homewood, Illinois passed away July 22, 2025 at her home with her loved ones at her side. She was born to Willie and Bettie (nee Smith) Bradley on October 31, 1943 in Hermanville, Mississippi. Juanita was preceded in death by her husband and is survived by her devoted family including her nieces. She was a dedicated teacher with the Chicago Board of Education.

Private services entrusted to Castle Hill Funeral Home of Calumet City, Illinois.