Angelo Charles Garzio

I worked at AAA Travel in Manhattan and helped Mr. Garzio with airline tickets to Italy so he could go eat figs for 2 weeks. I have been away from KS for many years now and don't remember alot of my clients, but Mr. Garzio stood out. A very passionate man. I spelled his name wrong once and that didn't go over too well! I receive the newletter from United Church of Christ and read where Eric was requesting prayers on Mr. Garzio's behalf. I have been praying and thinking of him often and...

"Garzio", as my father called him, was a family friend while I was growing up in the 60's in Manhattan. Our house was decorated with pieces of his extraordinary work. One day, Garzio brought his potter's wheel and clay to the Lee Elementary gymnasium, to demonstrate his art to the entire school. While we all watched, rapt, Garzio effortlessly pulled up a big beautiful pot and cut it loose. A child called out, "Can I have that one?" Then chorus of little voices: "Can I have it?" Garzio...

I was a student of Ange in the early 60s and pursued a career in pottery for several years. Ange was an inspiring and creative teacher, encouraging his students to catch the "spirit" of the clay and express one's own style. I'm grateful to have studied with him.

Rest Angelo, Until you hear at dawn, the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

I was a student of Ange in the 60s. I have fond memories of him and his feisty personality. He got the best from his students and if your pot wasn't up to par, it mysteriously never made it through the firing!! I remember very good times with him after I graduated and would join him at Opal Hills for an occasional lunch. He was a great friend to her as she was to him. I will miss his spirit - so talented and such a great teacher. He will always be in his students hearts.

Ange was my professor in ceramics in the early 1970's. His knowledge & passion for his art was such an inspiration to me. He is one man in my life I will never forget & has left a big impact on how I feel about my art. A man that glowed with passion for what he loved. I once came back to visit him, many years after graduation & he still remembered me as if it were yesterday. I feel honored to of been his friend many years ago. I am saddened to hear of his passing & my prayers are with his...

Although I did not know Mr. Garzio, it sounds like he was quite a fascinating person. I'm sure he will be remembered fondly and missed most assuredly.