Michael Alan Gardner

CARMEL- Michael A. Gardner, 70, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 1, 2026. He was born March 28, 1956, in Randolph, MA, the son of George Gardner and Alice (Young) Burns.

Michael graduated from Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School, Class of 1974.

Michael spent many summers as a camp counselor at Camp Squanto in Plymouth, MA. After achieving his Eagle Scout honor, he became a long-time member of the Order of The Arrow.

As a young man Mike spent 6 years serving his country with the Massachusetts Air National Guard.

Michael spent 7 years in Maui, where he spent time enjoying his hobby of photography, before moving to Maine.

Michael was a skilled carpenter who helped build log cabins. He worked for Sam's Club and Bangor Cigar and Smoke Shop, where he made friendships throughout the years.

Michael is survived by his devoted companion, Betty Spencer and daughter, Bella; his daughter, Lisa Tibbets; mother, Alice Burns; brothers, William B. Burns and John A. Burns; sisters, Kathleen M. Burns and Jennifer A. Burns; grandchildren, Andrew, Devan, Adam and Emma; uncle, Alan L. Gardner; aunts, Charlotte L. Blanchard and Marcia Hall; as well as many nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by his father, George W. Gardner, Sr.; brother, George W. Gardner, Jr. and sister, Mary E. Fitzgerald.

Relatives and friends are welcome to call from 2:00pm-4:00pm, Monday July 6, 2026, at Brookings-Smith, 133 Center Street, Bangor. Following the visitation, there will be a Celebration of Life bonfire and refreshments at Michael and Betty's Home, 238 Hampden Road, Carmel.