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Barbetta Ganzer Obituary
Barbetta H. Ganzer, 87, of Denton passed away on April 29, 2017 in Denton, Texas. She was born on August 12, 1929 to Harold and Hazel Barragar.
She attended Odessa High School, Texas Woman's University and Dallas Theological Seminary. She married Jim Ganzer in 1950 at The Little Chapel in the Woods in Denton. She was a lifelong school teacher. She taught in Gainesville ISD, First Baptist Church, Selwyn School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary and Liberty Christian School. She had the most amazing gift to love her students in such a way that encouraged them to excel and was truly loved and adored by her students, many which still ask about her. She served as PTA President and helped implement the kindergarten program at First Baptist Church of Denton. She also went to China three times on Missionary and loved the Chinese people and couture.
She is survived by her daughter, Donna Ganzer Avery of Denton, sons, Randy Ganzer of Denton and David Ganzer of Sanger, seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at 11:30 A.M. at Lifegate Church at 3350 Deerwood Parkway in Denton, Texas. Services will follow at 1:00 P.M. with Paster Randy Ganzer officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Denton, Texas.
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for Barbetta Ganzer
May 6, 2017
I worked with Barbetta at Wilson Elem. in the mid-80s. She was a true lady. Never an ugly word, always encouraging. Blessed are those that knew her. A guardian angel for you all. Cynthia Bickhaus
May 5, 2017
Mrs. Ganzer was my favorite teacher of all time. What a beautiful person. I am grateful to have known her. She truly made a difference in my life. With love, Mary Atkins
Rhonda Sherrill
May 2, 2017
The Joe Sherrill family is with you on the loss of your dear mother! Barbetta was a strong force of creative kindness! She added a great deal to the development of Art Education in the Denton Schools!
God bless all of you for the loss of your matriarch!
Love,
Rhonda,
Joe D.,
And Alonda!
keri davis
May 2, 2017
I saw her about a year ago at Kroger she looked great I said hello and told her she was one of my favorite teachers at Woodrow Wilson she will be missed
Travis Miller
May 2, 2017
She is very special to me and my memories at Woodrow Wilson. She spurred a deep interest and love of art and I always felt cared for by her. She was generous with her time and full of love. She will be missed!-Travis Miller
Meridith Parker
April 30, 2017
What a beautiful woman who gave with her whole heart! Our condolences and prayers for the family.
Kelly McCormack
April 30, 2017
She was one of my favorite teachers at Woodrow Wilson 4th grade and you could see the love of God in her face and heart. Thanks Teach! You will be missed!
Nancy Whitson Frank
April 30, 2017
David--so sorry to hear about your Mother's passing. She was a wonderful lady!
Happy Carrico
April 30, 2017
Donna, I am so sorry for your loss! - Happy Carrico
April 30, 2017
Randy sorry to hear about your Mother...We all know she at peace...We are thinking and praying for you and the family at this time..Connie family
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