GAVNER - John R., Jr. Of South Buffalo, NY, April 2, 2021. Dearest father of Leigh Ann J. Gavner (Peter McKenzie) and Joshua R. Gavner (Nina Munoz); son of the late John R., Sr. and Jessie R. (McMillan) Gavner; brother of Susan (late Ronald) Davies, Debbie, Cindy and the late Donald Gavner; uncle of Richard Davies; former husband of Carol S. (nee Berhalter) Gavner; life partner of Paula Galley. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, (716) 824-6435, 873 Abbott Rd., Buffalo, NY 14220. Please share your condolences at: www.ERIECOUNTYCREMATIONSERVICE.com