Gardner S. Hardee
Gardner Sheppard Hardee (July 19, 1842 – July 26, 1926) was the founding settler of Rockledge, Florida and a member of the Florida Senate representing the 13th district from 1889 to 1892. He was also a member of the Brevard County Board of Commissioners. He was the son of Thomas E. Hardee and Grace Jones, and the brother of Robert A. Hardee, and Buddy Hardee. In 1888, he was elected over Ed Cecil.