Douglas Irving Gardinier, 75, of Indian Head, MD, died November 3, 2009, at Civista Medical Center, La Plata, MD.

Mr. Gardinier was a truck driver for 50 years with the Teamsters Local #639 and he was a veteran of the United States Army, having served from 1957 through 1959. He loved boating, fishing, and was an avid Washington Redskins fan.

Born August 7, 1934, in NY, he was the son of the late Elton Gardinier and the late Harriet Blake Gardinier.

Predeceased by his parents and his wife, Shirley Alice Gardinier.

Survived by sons, Douglas W. "Rocky" Gardinier, Sr., of White Plains, MD; Mark Cummings of NC; and Michael Cummings; daughter, Charlene Cummings; beloved companion, Beverly Williams of Indian Head, MD; grandsons, Douglas W. Gardinier, Jr., and Michael B. Gardinier.

Visitation will be Tuesday, November 10, 2009, from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Raymond Funeral Chapel, 5635 Washington Avenue, La Plata, MD 20646.

Funeral Service will be Tuesday, November 10, 2009, at 11:00 AM at Raymond Funeral Chapel.

Reverend Tim Bean will officiate.

Interment will be at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD.

Arrangements provided by Raymond Funeral Service.