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He was former president and chairman of the board of the Paul N. Gardner Company (GARDCO).
February 15, 2024
By: DAVID SAVASTANO
Editor, Ink World Magazine
Paul N. Gardner Jr., former president and chairman of the board of the Paul N. Gardner Company (GARDCO), passed away on Feb. 8, 2024, at the age of 81. His legacy is one of dedication, passion, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Throughout his more than 40 years of active involvement with GARDCO, starting in 1981, Paul Gardner Jr. played a pivotal role in the company’s success. Rising to the position of president and chairman of the board in 1995, he led with vision and integrity. Paul Gardner Jr.’s influence extended beyond his company to the broader industry. As an active member of ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) for more than 37 years, he contributed significantly to the advancement of standards in the field of paint and related coatings. His family’s involvement with ASTM dated back over a century, with a lineage of influence tracing back to his grandfather Henry A. Gardner Sr.’s participation in 1908. Within ASTM Committee D01 on Paint and Related Coatings, Paul Gardner Jr. made a lasting impact. He demonstrated his commitment to recognizing the dedication of fellow members by establishing an awards program. Through monetary contributions, his company established the Gardner Task Group Chairman of the Year Award, honoring sustained leadership in standard development. Additionally, the Euverard Innovation Award, endowed by the Paul Gardner Company, celebrates individuals who develop innovative test devices used in standards development under the jurisdiction of D01. Paul N. Gardner Jr. served as an inspiration to all who had the privilege of working alongside him. His contributions to his company, industry, and standards development will be remembered and cherished by many.
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