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Obituary for Gantz


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Thursday July 26, 2001

Jane B. Gantz, 79, a resident of Belen, peacefully passed away on July 17, 2001. She was a graduate of the Indiana University as a Kappa Alpha Theta and an active member in Albuquerque for several years. She was involved in the development of the Hunter and Jumper Association in New Mexico. While living in Scottsdale, Arizona, she became very proficient in computers, setting up programs for several companies. She was on the Building Committee for the Mountain View Presbyterian Church in Scottsdale and served as Recording Secretary for many years. Unfortunately, Jane's life changed in 1992 due to Alzheimers making its appearance known. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Diane Hartman and her late husband, Cleo S. Maddox in 1949. Jane is survived by her devoted husband of 51 years, Merlin C. Gantz of Belen; two sons, James Maddox of Albuquerque and Blake Maddox of Phoenix, Arizona; and one daughter, Susie Maddox-Hartman of Scottsdale, Arizona; two adopted grandchildren, Bobbie Deamon and David Hartman; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, July 25, 2001, at 10:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Belen with Pastor Ed Wicklein officiating. Internment will take place at a later date in the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Romero Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.


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