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George Gantner Obituary

GANTNER George M. Gantner, age 70, passed away unexpectedly on March 25, 2012. A loving dad, grandpa and friend, he will be missed by everyone who knew him. George retired from Roadway Express and was a longtime member of Local Teamster 413. He currently drove for FedEx. He achieved over 4 million accident-free miles. Preceded in death by parents Henry R. and Helen E. Gantner. Survived by Barbara A. Gantner; children, George (Jona), John (Kathy) and Nancy (Bob) Rogers; grandchildren, Matthew and Michelle Rogers and John Gantner; sister, Jeannine Lee; brothers, Henry, John, Franz; many nieces, nephews and friends. Friends may call Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. at EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME EAST CHAPEL, 4019 East Livingston Ave. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 11 a.m. at Our Mother of Sorrows Chapel, 6440 South High Street. Burial to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Visit www.egan-ryan.com for condolences.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Mar. 26 to Mar. 28, 2012.

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Howard Joseph

April 25, 2012

John I am so sorry to here about your father. I remember here very well from our days. I just found out yesterday. Howard Joseph

Cristina Lee

March 29, 2012

I always considered Uncle George more like an uncle than a great uncle.He was always wearing a smile and he always had a warm hug to greet you with. Whenever my sister and I came to visit he always made sure that we saw him and had fun together. He will truly be missed by everyone who knew him. He was a one of a kind special man. I will be praying for you all daily and thinking of you often. These times are tough but with great family and friends you will get through this hard time in your lives. He touched many lives, and that we should all be thankful for.

William Morris

March 29, 2012

George was a wonderful man. We will miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with Barb and the family.
Warm regards,
Dr. Morris and Staff

Betsy Jackson

March 28, 2012

To the entire Gantner family my deepest sympathies.My thoughts are with you in this very difficult time.

Sam and Judy Bolton

March 27, 2012

To the Gantner Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We always will remember George's Smile.
Sam and Judy Bolton

Michelle Rogers

March 27, 2012

Papaw,
You were the best grandfather anyone could ask for. You were there with me through the thick and thin. I would do anything to talk to you again. I will miss and love you forever. Thanks for everything. See you soon!

Shay Barbaree

March 27, 2012

Though we may have lived miles apart, the memories we shared will live in my heart!!! Uncle George you won't be forgotten. Love to all my family, and praying for you.

March 27, 2012

George was a great person and will be missed. We at FedEx will miss his smile, attitude and driving.
Denny Hamad (Columbus, Oh)

March 27, 2012

Barbara and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all - so sorry for your loss - Carol Baas

Beverly Rapp

March 27, 2012

George was the best brother-in-law that a person could ask for. He was always good and kind to me. I will always have a special place in my heart for him. May you rest in peace George as you deserve a good rest after all the miles you traveled in this life. Your sister-in-law, Beverly Sue West Rapp

J.R. Gantner

March 27, 2012

Father for three, mentor to many... missed by all. Life will never be the same from here forward, but the memories will live on forever... they're all we have. Thanks for the ride Dad, I wouldn't change a thing. XOXO

Michael Lee

March 26, 2012

Dear Family, Although no words can really help to ease the loss of Uncle George, just know that you all are very close in our thoughts and prayers. Michael and Lisa

The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home

March 26, 2012

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