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In a petition filed on September 18, 2024, Marvin Rashai Gardner, Jr. seeks to dissolve his 16-year marriage to Jonyse Marsheay Gardner, citing irreconcilable differences. The couple, married in January 2008 and separated in June 2024, both reside in Jackson County, Missouri. The petition claims the marriage has irretrievably broken down, with no reasonable likelihood of reconciliation.
Marvin, represented by Joshua T. Mathews of The Mathews Group, L.C., requests joint legal and physical custody of their 17-year-old child, Claireon-Cherron Gardner, with his residence designated for mailing and educational purposes. He further asks the court for an equitable division of marital property and debts, noting that both parties should retain their nonmarital assets.
Additionally, Marvin requests that no spousal maintenance be awarded, asserting that Jonyse is capable of supporting herself and paying her attorney’s fees. He seeks child support to be determined according to Missouri law and Form 14 guidelines. Marvin also emphasizes that neither party should terminate insurance coverage during the proceedings.
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