Nancy Lee Gardner ALBANY – Nancy Lee Gardner, 68, of Albany, entered into rest on March 16, 2023, following an illness since September 2022. Nancy was born in Colchester, Vermont, where she was raised and attended local schools. She was the daughter of the late Clement and Mabel (King) Lestage. Nancy moved to Albany, New York where she lived her entire adult life. Nancy was employed in the hospitality industry as a supervisor. She last worked for Hotel Trilogy in Latham, New York. She was close to her employer and loved her job. Survivors include her life partner of 24 years, Brian Confer, of Albany, her children: Earl Gardner, Jr., Thomas Gardner, David Gardner, Candice Gardner, and Carrie Ann Gardner. Nancy is also survived by her siblings residing in Vermont. She is survived by several grandchildren. Nancy was predeceased by her parents and her husband, Earl, Sr., who passed away 5 years ago. In accordance with her wishes, Nancy was cremated. Services will be held at a later date with a Celebration of Life to be planned at Hotel Trilogy in Latham. Please contact Jennifer Boyles at the hotel by calling: 518-869-9100 to learn of when services will be held for Nancy. Cremation Arrangements were entrusted to: Simple Choices, Inc. In lieu of flowers, please remember Nancy by donating to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Ln, Latham, NY 12110 or online at: www.Cancer.org Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared with Nancy's Family, online at: SimpleChoicesCremation.com