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George Gartner Obituary
1954-2019
George Gartner III of Houston Texas passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family after a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. George was born to Gloria and George Gartner Jr. on February 9, 1954 in Tacoma, Washington.
He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Donna Gartner, his daughters Heather Lam and her husband Cuong Lam, Melissa Seunsom and her husband Guy Seunsom and Katie Rehrer and her husband Seth Rehrer. He is also survived by 9 amazing grandchildren, Ethan, Talan and Kai Lam, Maddy, Preslie and Asher Seunsom and Harper, Sawyer and Collins Rehrer. He is also survived by his mother Gloria Allen Gartner and his brother Mark Gartner, as well as numerous family members including nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father George Gartner Jr.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, October 2, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at Gateway Church on Clear Lake City Boulevard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his honor to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network at PanCan.org.
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Stefani Peacock
October 15, 2019
I just found out about this, from my mother, Karen Tamez, who used to work for George when ya'll had the rental business. My first job was at Gartner Coatings. George was one of the best people I have ever worked for. My deepest condolences to you and your family. I pray God, comforts ya'll during this time. I feel fortunate to have known him and have worked for him. Ya'll will be in my prayers.
Walter Johnson
October 1, 2019
It is so sad to learn of the premature death of George, who had so much to live for and was just a great guy with a sound business ability.
I pray for Donna and the family.
Chris Pappas
October 1, 2019
George was a longtime friend who was smart, fun-loving, enterprising and most of all....kind. We are blessed to have known him and wish we had more time to spend with him. God bless and keep you always.
September 30, 2019
Please accept my condolences for your loss. May God comfort you and help you through this most difficult time.
Cindi Moore
September 26, 2019
George was a very dear friend like family to me and my family we had such fond memories of going to the bay house as kids . I am so very sorry for your loss Donna and to his girls and Mrs. Gartner and Mark. My thoughts and prayers go out to you please know he is no longer suffering. Love Cindi Workman Moore
Guy Chachere
September 26, 2019
Donna & Family - so sorry to hear about George. He was a good man and hell of a poker player. Still remember the school days with the fellows getting together for a good game. Prayers and thoughts for you and the family.
Guy Chachere
Ashley Hart
September 25, 2019
We at Cravens Warren are so sorry to hear of George's passing. Our prayers are with the family and the Gartner Coatings' family.
Barry Edick
September 25, 2019
Ive known George for 32 years. I was sad to hear the news of his passing. He will be greatly missed. My prayers and sympathy go out to Donna and the family.
Ethan Lawhon
September 24, 2019
Praying for the Family of George Gartner and Prayer's for Aunt Gloria on behalf of her son passing. He will be greatly missed.
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