Alzina Theresa Gardner

June 16, 1932 - May 9, 2010

Alzina Theresa "Dean" Harrington-Gardener was called home to her heavenly Father on May 9, 2010. She was born on June 16, 1932 to Marie Romero and Rene Girouard in Youngsville, LA. She moved to the Port Arthur area in the early 40's where she was raised and then raised her own family. Dean is preceded in death by her mother and father, brother-Johnny Girouard, first husband Clarence "Red" Harrington, granddaughter Kim Elam, son-in-law Tommy Elam, and late husband John Gardner. Survivors to cherish her memory include daughter Diane Wheeler and husband Tommy, daughter Linda Elam, son Joe Harrington and wife Patti, and son Kenny Harrington and wife Janice. Dean had 8 grandchildren who she loved dearly and they include Michelle Wheeler-Borne, Kim Elam, Ashly Elam, Kevin Harrington, Amber Harrington-Battles, Joe Harrington, Trey Harrington, and Ryan Harrington. She also had 5 great grandchildren who just put a big smile on her face, Randi Howard, Hunter Battles, Ethan Battles Aspen Battles and Britney Battles. Dean had a passion for her family and religion.