Glen Gatz Obituary
Glen Wolford Gatz, age 75, of Statesville, walked into the arms of the Lord on January 7th, 2024, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
He is proceeded in death by his father, Ray Edward Gatz and mother, Betty Ann Wolford Gatz. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Mary Anne Gatz; his sons, Brandon and Dustin (Rachel); and grandchildren, Austin, Aubrie and Grace. They were faithful members of Grace Alliance Fellowship in Statesville.
A Service to celebrate his life will be held 2:00 pm, Thursday, January 11th, 2024, at Grace Alliance Fellowship with Pastor Chuck Wall officiating. The family will receive visitors one hour prior to service beginning at 1:00 pm at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Alliance Church, 773 Mocksville Highway, Statesville, NC 28625. Nicholson Funeral Home has the honor of serving the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
135 E. Front St, Statesville, NC 28677
People and places connected with Glen
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Glen Gatz
Tell your own story about Glen
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Make a Donation
in Glen Gatz's name
How to support Glen's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Glen Gatz's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read moreSponsored