Benjamin Hamilton Gardiner

Ben was killed in a traffic accident on February 7, 2025. He was born the morning of May 20, 1999 at St Clair Hospital, Pittsburgh PA, to Lawrence and Mona Gardiner. He is survived by his parents, his brother Sam (Kahla), his niece, Zelda, his maternal grandmother, two Aunts, five Uncles and 14 cousins. Ben excelled at math, and earned his Bachelor’s degree in Applied Math from the University of Pittsburgh in December, 2019 at the age of 20. He loved time with family, a good story, music and creative writing. His passing has left a hole in the lives of those who knew and loved him.

The family is planning to honor Ben with extended family at the end of April.