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for Paul Gartner
Marvin Collins
December 30, 2007
One such as Paul who has done so much for so many will not be forgotten, and his life's example will stand forever to those who knew him.
Donna Hatcher
January 12, 2007
Dear Beth,
I have just learned the news of Paul's passing. I know it has been many years since we have seen one another, but both your and Paul were a great source of strength to the boys and I almost 20 years ago when we lost Gary. It is hard to believe so many years have passed. Paul visited us in the hospital almost daily and his kindness will never be forgotten.I would have been lost without his wise counsel. I will keep you and the girls in my prayers. May God wrap his healing arms around you during this most difficult time.
Mary Sementilli
January 11, 2007
We are all saddened and shocked by Paul's sudden death. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this hard time. May all of you find comfort and strength in Our Lord to help you through this.
Mary Sementilli, Mary Schultz, Geralyn Noyes, Henry Schultz and Jeanette Lewis.
Keith Hunter
January 7, 2007
Dear Beth, Amanda, and Ashley,
I am so sorry to learn of Paul's passing. It has been very difficult for me to comprehend. Paul was a great boss to work for and a good friend. We always enjoyed talking about college football, and the good-natured ribbing that occurred when Baylor and UT played each other. I also recall when Paul renewed his interest in golf and bought a new set of clubs. As a result of that purchase, we enjoyed many rounds of golf together, as well as nights at the driving range over at LMRA. After I left the U.S. Attorney's Office and went to the SEC and started up an annual golf tournament, Paul was always one of the first to sign up. I could always count on Paul. As a matter of fact, Paul and the rest of his team won 2nd place a couple of years ago and the smile on his face was priceless when I handed him his trophy. We also enjoyed trading stories of our families whenever we got together or talked over the phone. He was so proud of Amanda and Ashley. I did not learn of Paul's passing until after the funeral, and am so sorry that I missed it. I understand it was beautiful. The world is a better place because of Paul and I feel privileged to have known him.
Sincerely,
Keith & Tricia Hunter
Regine Hofmann
January 7, 2007
Dear Leighanne, Beth, Amanda and Ashley
We were very shocked when Jeanette told us about your loss. On behalf of your relatives in Germany I would like to convey our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts are with you at this time of grief. We are very sad. Although we never got to meet him we have often thought of him (and you) over the years.
Regine Hofmann(Paul's second cousin) and husband Wolfgang and mother Annemarie Reysek (née Herrmann, cousin of Paul sr., Mary, Jim and Bill)
Martha Agee
January 5, 2007
Although it has been years since we have seen you and your family, Bill and I are so sorry to hear about Paul's untimely death. We will keep you in our prayers --
Martha and Bill Agee
Katherine Cook
January 5, 2007
Mrs. Gartner, Amanda, and Ashley,
I was so sad to hear about Mr. Gartner. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Dianne Duke
January 5, 2007
Dear Beth,
I was able to attend the memorial service on Wednesday. It was beautiful. My heart goes out to you.
Love,
Annette Davidson
January 5, 2007
Losing Paul has been so hard on me and our entire office. It was such an honor to work with him every day. I miss seeing him come in every morning and talking to him throughout the day. He was such a great person that I know I will think of him often.
Anita McKesson
January 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the Gartner family. Paul was an honorable person, a true believer in the work he performed so well and a good friend to so many. His presence in this world touched many lives for the good. He will be missed and I am so thankful for the opportunity to have known and worked with him.
David Stevens
January 4, 2007
Beth,
We send our thoughts and prayers to your family.
David and Liz Stevens
Richard Stevens
January 4, 2007
Beth,
We send our heart-felt sympathy and prayers to your family. Your family has lost a very special person and we have also lost a very special friend.
We respected Paul's expertise and especially appreciated his commitment to his family, to Baylor sports, and to the Baylor Bear Foundation. We appreciated Paul for taking time to support and encourage our son David. I will miss Paul's friendship, our holiday golf tournaments, and our lively conversations about Baylor.
We hope Paul's friends will surround you with their love and support and that God will give you strength and courage.
Richard and Pat Stevens
Jennifer Kaase
January 4, 2007
Mr. Gartner was truly a man of his work. I found myself in his office many times seeking his approval on a project I was doing. Without his efforts and dedication to my cause, I would still be in the rough draft phase. May God bless Paul and his family during this sad time.
Kristie Benton
January 4, 2007
Amanda is a dear friend of mine from Baylor,and I know the whole family because I would see them at Baylor football games every week. Mr. Gartner was a great family man who always made time for his girls. Even though he wore Baylor colors proudly, now he gets to walk on streets made of gold! He will be missed.
Joyce Wilcox
January 3, 2007
Leighanne and Barbara,
Our thoughts and prayers are especially with you during this difficult time. I have such fond memories of growing up with Paul and with Leighanne!
Sincerely,
Joyce Albrecht Wilcox
William Gibson
January 3, 2007
My deepest sympathy to your family at this trying time. I have had the pleasure of working with Paul recently and I can truly say, he is a dedicated man when it comes to work and his Baylor Bears. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be truly missed.
David Yett
January 3, 2007
As a Fort Worth city attorney, I had the opportunity to work with Paul on several matters. He was a great lawyer, a fine man and did much good for the community. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Rick Glaser
January 3, 2007
I knew Paul as an evaluator for the Department. He was an outstanding representative of his office in that capacity. He brought his love for life, his family and the profession with him wherever he went. He will be sorely missed. May God bless his family during this very difficult time.
Carlos Ontiveros
January 3, 2007
My condolences to the family of Paul. It is a great loss. May God Bless you all and give you strength and courage during this time. I remember first meeting Paul when he began his career at the US Attorney's Office, so many years ago. It was a pleasure to work with him and to know him.
Bill Gartner, Jr.
January 3, 2007
Our entire family sends their heartfelt sympathy and sadness at the loss of Eddie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, William C. Gartner, Sr., Dianne Gartner, Bob & Sue Ferraro, Nancy & Mark Brewer, Bill Jr. & Shawn Gartner
Colleen Bauer
January 3, 2007
Paul was a great friend and mentor. He was the reason I started to work at the US Attorney's Office and contiuned to work there for 4 years. He helped me realize that dreams can be caught and some day the dream I have will be no longer be a dream. For that I can not thank him enough.
I will alway remember the great times laughing with him as we walked through the halls.
May god be with his family through this time of sorrow.
Debbie Croschere
January 3, 2007
Beth, I never met your husband but want you to know you and your family are in our prayers. May the legacy he leaves behind and the great love he had for you lift your heart and dry your tears.
Mary Schriefer-Kellogg
January 3, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to Paul's daughters and his devoted wife.
I worked with Paul for many years at the Fort Worth USAO. He was a dedicated prosecutor and an intense, driven person. Although we butted heads occasionally, I always admired his strong character and devotion to his family.
I'm sure he will be missed by the Baylor family and the Fort Worth legal community.
Marla Winters
January 3, 2007
I was sorry to hear about your loss. I worked with Paul from 2001 to 2003. He was always in good spirits and was a pleasure to work with. My condolences to the family.
Jim Mahon
January 3, 2007
Paul was a great person and true friend. He always took the time to be there for you when you needed him. Beth, Amanda, and Ashley, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Know that Paul’s spirit lives on and always will in the times he shared with others. Those memories of the lives he touched will live on, and so will his legacy. I will miss him.
Randy Ely
January 3, 2007
I am saddened by the sudden and unexpected loss of Paul. I first met him while working at the Fort Worth Police Department when he worked with us on the Weed and Seed Program years ago. We developed a true friendship and Paul was someone who always was uplifting to me regardless of the circumstance. Later, we continued our friendship when I moved to the US Marshals Service and frequently saw Paul at the US Courthouse in Fort Worth. He was a great prosecutor, someone who loved his family and life itself, and we all mourn with you in this loss of a great man.
Pat Kneblick
January 3, 2007
I attended alot of meetings with Paul as he often represented the US Attorney's Office and I often represented the FWPD. He was always a pleasure to work with and just a really nice person. Paul was the first person I'd call in his office because he would always take time to answer my question or help the FWPD with whatever the issue was.
Clint Brown
January 3, 2007
Paul was one of the best prosecutors we, at the FBI, ever worked with. He was always a gentleman, strong, and wise, and always worked the hardest on the cases. He will be remembered for his great contribution to law enforcement in Tarrant County, and more importantly, for his exemplary life of service to others.
David Garrett
January 2, 2007
It was with great shock that I heard of Paul's sudden death. He, Chief Thomas Windham, Libby Watson, Patsy Thomas and myself developed and oversaw the best Weed & Seed program in the nation that made Fort Worth a much safer place to live. He was a pleasure to work with and all citizens of Fort Worth owe him a debt of gratitude for his dedication to making ours a better community.
George Castillo
January 2, 2007
Paul was a good man, friend, and mentor. I treasured his words of advice and encouragement. Good souls share kindness, great souls teach kindness. I will miss my friend. May the grace of God and the love he gave sustain you, his treasured family. George L. Castillo, ASAC US Postal Service OIG
Shari Shanafelt
January 2, 2007
I had the honor of working with Paul during his time with the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office. Paul was very smart, well-liked, much respected and always smiling; a true gentleman with high standards and values, a man whose chest would puff out when he spoke of his family. Paul was a man who took time from his busy schedule to attend my retirement celebration this past year. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Kathy Fulbright Hradecky & David Hradecky
January 2, 2007
We extend our prayers and deepest sympathy to the Gartner and Hoban families at this time of great sorrow.
Tina Tucker
January 2, 2007
I would like to express my sincere sympathy to Paul's family. He was an outstanding prosecutor and will be missed by the entire Immigration & Customs Enforcement Law Enforcement Officers.
Fran (Davidson) Freeman
January 2, 2007
Dear Beth, Amanda, & Ashley,
I was shocked & deeply saddened to read about the sudden loss of Paul. I know you will miss him so much. My prayer is that God will surround you & your family with His loving arms to give you peace & comfort. May He give you strength to face the difficult days ahead.
Court Carter
January 2, 2007
Paul was an excellent prosecutor and enjoyable to know. He will be greatly missed.
Randy Lofgren
January 2, 2007
As one who has lived among the Baylor family for over 45 years, I know Baylor commitment when I see it. Paul was one of our very best representatives. In our attempts to bring the Baylor Family together, volunteer leaders are absolutely essential. I regret that I do not have the opportunity to thank Paul one more time for his selfless service and enthusiastic leadership. We will miss his unusual commitment deeply. May those who remain find peace through this passage and comfort for the journey.
T. Bradford Willis
January 2, 2007
With deepest sympathy,
Richard Carter
January 2, 2007
I first met Paul while I was serving as the Waco Police Legal Advisor in the 70's, when he was a newly licensed attorney. He was brilliant, hardworking, and pleasant.
Paul was a great man and a first tier civil servant and administrator who leaves behind a legacy of success in every venue he touched.
Janice Hamilton Thomas
January 2, 2007
Beth,
I haven't seen you and Paul and years but whenever I would read about him in the newspaper it was always with great pride. I was so saddened to read of his death. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Donna Zemanek
January 2, 2007
Leighanne and Family-
We were so sorry to hear about Paul. You all are in our thoughts and prayers and always in our hearts.
God bless you.
Our love,
James and Donna (Adams) Zemanek
Kurt and Janet (Adams) Slaughter
Calvin & Mildred Adams
Ken Murdock
January 2, 2007
Paul was a good guy. I knew him since high school. I don't recall ever seeing him without a smile on his face. He epitomized goodness and integrity, and I'm proud to have called him my friend. Linda and I extend out heartfelt condolences to his family. He made the world a better place.
Jan Bodón
January 2, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the Gartner family.
Marvin Collins
January 2, 2007
This community has lost one of its finest prosecutors ever. From the moment he began his prosecutorial career in 1976, he epitomized the very best and most professional in law enforcement. Quiet, extremely hard-working, and always humble, Paul is the example for all who aspire to this high calling. All of us in the District Attorney's Office express our deepest sympathy and condolences to his family and to the community that he served so faithfully.
Laurie Morris
January 2, 2007
Beth, Amanda, and Ashley, you have been in my thoughts ever since I heard the news of Paul's passing. It is clear that Paul left a legacy of which I know you are justly proud. May God's love and the love that Paul had for you continue to surround and sustain you during this sad and difficult time.
Bethany McCraw
January 2, 2007
Ashley and Amanda, I wanted to let you know that I am thinking about you as are the girls in Kappa Chi Alpha. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Laura Burk
January 2, 2007
Amanda,
I am praying for you and your family during this time. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Know that you are loved very much and will be prayed for.
Carolyn Howard
January 2, 2007
As a Baylor buddy of Amanda's, it has been clear to me for years that God's hand surrounds the Gartner family and that His leadership in the family flowed through a fine man like Mr. Gartner. My deepest sympathies and fervent prayers are with you all.
Kathy Lake
January 2, 2007
I recently had met Paul as he introduced himself to me after having done an interview with my daughter. What a lovely man. Our sincere expressions of sympathy go out to his family and our Bear family for what will truly be known as a great loss. His work with Baylor will be an enormous blow to the school and a loss we will not soon forget.
David Kent
January 2, 2007
From the day I enrolled at Baylor in the fall of 1971 through now, Paul was a true friend, with a generous heart, a hearty laugh, a love for family, friends, Baylor, and one whose presence will be sorely missed but never forgotten.
Brent Edwards
January 2, 2007
Beth, Amanda, and Ashley:
Paul touched so many lives in so many different areas. His passion for his family, his work, his Lord, and, of course, for Baylor were contagious. He will be missed by all, but you are his finest legacy--a family that exudes joy and love and care for each other, for the community, and for your "larger family."
Our prayers are with you, and we are but one family among many who are lifting you up.
Blessings!
Brent, Sherry, Liesl and Krysta Edwards
Jeanette Lewis
January 2, 2007
Our entire family in Erie, PA, Raleigh, NC, and Germany were shocked and saddened by Paul's sudden death. Please know our prayers are with you.
Brenda Lavender-Turner
January 2, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Paul and I both attended Richfield. He was a kind person with alot of enthusiasm.
Lance Sumpter
January 1, 2007
For the family, please trust God to provide His best comfort during this very trying time in your life. As an Assistant Special Agent in Charge with the IRS, I worked with Paul. He was a joy to work with, a positive and inspiring person.
Janet Riola Hale
January 1, 2007
Paul's joy of life was contagious. Whether in Latin or Edward's Lit, Paul's chuckle could be heard throughout the classroom. His curious mind, bright eyes and welcoming smile always made us, Rams, feel special.
As a legal scholar, Paul was known throughout the State of Texas. My, our loss is Heaven's gain. Paul will be missed here on Earth.
With love for all in your time of transition, jrh
Cheyenne Pease-Carter
January 1, 2007
I am so saddened by the news of Paul's death. I will never forget his hospitality as he and Beth opened their home to numerous youth group events for UBC teens. I could never get too far into the house without him talking some Baylor news. He was a good man and was a pleasure to know. My heart hurts with you, Beth, Amanda, and Ashley. May you find comfort in the steadfast love of God and may He hold you close.
Gary Coker, Jr.
January 1, 2007
I express my deepest sympathy to the Paul E. Gartner Jr. Family.
I remember Paul as a good and Honorable friend.
Mark and Aubin Petersen
January 1, 2007
We are shocked and saddened. Our deepest sympathies to Beth, Amanda, Ashley and your family. It was our privilege and good fortune to have known and worked with Paul. He set a standard for all Baylor Fans. He is leaving a legacy of love for Baylor and her influence around the world.
Ken Sorley
January 1, 2007
Beth,Amanda, Ashley Mary and I were very saddened by the very unexpected new of Paul's death. We know he is with the Lord telling him about the last Baylor Game..We very much enjoyed knowing and sharing time with Pau. RHS 1970 adn BU 1975, I know that you will have great pride and memories of Paul's life.... God Bless..Ken & Mary Sorley......
Brad Cates
January 1, 2007
Paul was one of the first and finest attorneys I faced in trial, and my mentor in many aspects of the practice of law, including strategy, preparation and, most of all, integrity. Linda and I are stunned by the news, and our hearts and prayers are with you, Beth, Amanda and Ashley.
Ann Lewis Henkin, RHS classmate
January 1, 2007
Heartfelt condolences to Paul's wife, Beth, daughters, Amanda and Ashley, and family. You are in my thoughts.
May you find comfort in the love of friends and family and from wonderful, everlasting memories.
William Harris
January 1, 2007
Paul and I prosecuted together in the Tarrant County District Attorney's office and opposed one another in Federal Court. Through out my 30 years of experience with Paul, he personified integrity, compassion and fairness. His passing is a loss to all of his professional colleagues. I can only imagine what a loss it is to his family and close friends.
Art,Cecilia,Mario & Analisa Villa
January 1, 2007
Beth, Amanda, & Ashley, Our Deepest Sympathy Go Out To You And Your Family. Thank You Paul For Displaying Your Christian Heart To All Of Us! We Were Priviledge To Witness Paul's Love For His Family, His Community And His Alma Mater.
garland bullock
January 1, 2007
I am so sad to hear about Paul's death. I am a former high school classmate of Paul's and since that time have only seen and talked to him at reunions. But the characterization of Paul in the obituary was so true... he was full of spirit and full of life. I always enjoyed being around Paul because of that and I noticed that he never seemed to have lost that spirit even after the passing years. I want to express my condolences to Beth and the family... what a fine man and friend we have lost.
John & Michelle Chamberlain
January 1, 2007
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to Beth, Amanda, and Ashley, and all of Paul's family. Beth and Paul were attendants at our own wedding almost 30 years ago, and the best of friends during our years at Baylor together. We pray that you will know God's comfort, Beth: "I am continually with thee" (Psalm 73:23-24).
Jane Oliver Stafford
January 1, 2007
Many memories are coming to me of happy times and laughing-Johnny Giotes and I double dated with he and Linda Stewart- always joking, happy- I remember him and pray for his family-with love-
Don SoRelle
January 1, 2007
Kristi and I are so saddened by Paul's death. I was always inspired by his love of family and Baylor and his willingness to help whenever he could.
John Lunt
December 31, 2006
My deepest sympathy goes to Paul's family. He was a outstanding prosecutor. It was both an honor and a pleasure to work with him. He will be missed!
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