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DELBERT GANTZ Obituary
DELBERT EARL GANTZ "Del"
Of Silver Spring, MD died at the age of 84 on Friday, May 31, 2013. He was born in Anthony, Kansas and graduated from Kansas State University. After serving in the Army for three years and obtaining a Master's degree, he began working at the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office in 1955. He retired in 1985 as a Supervisory Primary Examiner. He is survived by Marilyn, his wife of 61 years; daughters, Dianne Lauer and her husband Dave, Denise Gantz, Janet Wilson and her husband David; grandchildren, Ian and Brian Lauer, Joseph Heath III, and Nicole and Danielle Wilson; brothers Almus and wife Ruth, Ralph and wife Sandi. He is also survived by many relatives and friends. A Memorial Service will be held on June 30, 2013 at 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, 9701 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20903.The Interment will be held for family on July 1, 2013 at 11:30 a.m. at Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery, Owings Mills, MD. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be mailed to NAWCC, Inc. (marked for National Watch & Clock Museum/in memory of Delbert Gantz), 514 Poplar St., Columbia, PA 17512, or online at www.nawcc.org; or Good Shepherd United Methodist Church-Organ Fund.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Curt Davis
July 4, 2013
I extend my sincerest condolences to Marilyn and the entire Gantz family for the loss of Del. It was my pleasure top work for Del in the Patent Office for about 20 years He was always willing and able to help and I credit him with much of my success as an Examiner. He was also a friend and we enjoyed many conversations about our mutual interests in woodworking and clocks.
Lily Jenkins
June 28, 2013
Janet,
I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that God will give you and your family peace and comfort.
Your friend,
Lily Jenkins
June 28, 2013
Janet,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you peace and comfort.
Your friend,
Ralph and Sandi Gantz
June 23, 2013
When we think of Delbert, Sandi and I recall many wonderful memories. During our years of traveling the US, we always looked forward with special anticipation, to the opportunity to visit Delbert and Marilyn in Silver Spring. Delbert had a great way of arranging fascinating day trips that enhanced our historical and geographic knowledge of the DC area and mid-Atlantic region. With even more anticipation, we always welcomed the opportunity to catch up on Delbert's latest additions to his collections, restorations and building projects involving clocks, furniture, and many other things. What a wonderful craftsman! So now we find it easy to believe that Delbert will be doing many more projects, and doing them for the Lord in "His workshop".
Marilyn Jones-Kimple
June 19, 2013
Reading these tributes to Delbert filled in the years since I knew him growing up. I am comforted to know that he was a blessing to family and friends and enjoyed life and I know he will be greatly missed. From Delbert's "KS" cousin.
David Gantz
June 17, 2013
I want to be like my Uncle Delbert: busy every day of my life with projects, especially woodworking, even if it's for someone else. I was always amazed how many clocks my Uncle could keep running! Thanks everyone for keeping this side of the family informed and involved despite the miles and years between us.
Ina Weiser
June 17, 2013
I will always remember "Mr. Gantz" as a kind, soft-spoken, hard-worker and extremely meticulous. My first car belonged to Mr. Gantz - the AMC Hornet. May you rest in peace.
Leroy Wilson
June 17, 2013
I will remember 'DEL' as a true gentleman, always willing to give his time and efforts to helping others, both family and friends. He will be missed but not forgotten by many. May he R.I.P.
Rina Gleadall
June 16, 2013
Mr. Gantz, Thanks for being a big part of my second family. When I think of home, you and yours are always primary in my thought Rina
Denise Gantz
June 16, 2013
It's a true blessing to be able to say I had a good father. Many can't say that. You were always there for us, provided for us, encouraged us, taught us right from wrong, protected us and led from example. When a bird is sick, it stops singing. When you stopped, I knew your fate. I'm happy to have caught you singing "Jesus Loves Me" with your health aid. Yes, Jesus does love you, and so do many others; myself included.
Love Always,
Denise
P.S. I hope to see you again when my time is up here. I miss your humor, wit, intelligence/wisdom, talents and canary voice. For someone who loved working on clocks, it must be strange for you to be in a place with no time. "See ya' later alligator..." ;)
David Wilson
June 16, 2013
Del I am so glad I got to be part of your life. Thank you for all the support and love you have given through out the years. You will be missed greatly.
Janet Wilson
June 16, 2013
I'm so happy for Dad that he is in a better place now. I miss him and will hold many memories of him dear to my heart. I love you Dad.
Janet
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