George Getz Obituary

George Leroy Getz passed away at his home in Del Rio Texas on April 27, 2018. He was 76 years old, a native of Ft Meade, South Dakota and a long time resident of Baton Rouge. He is survived by his wife Laura, sons, Christopher Getz, Jorge Getz-Garcia, Vincent "Robby" Getz-Garcia and a stepson, Julio Garcia. George was a construction superintendent and international salesman most of his life, and in the latter part of his life he became a Cooling Tower consultant. He had the love of Jesus Christ in his heart and was a loving caregiver to his precious Laura as she had a double-lung transplant. Friends and family are invited to attend the visitation at 9:00 AM, followed by the Memorial service at 10:00 on May 18, 2018 at St Patrick's Catholic Church. A reception will follow in the Church Activities Center.

Published by The Advocate from May 15 to May 18, 2018.
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Please accept my heartfelt condolences. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Very soon many will have the opportunity to live again right here on Earth. May 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 sustain you during this difficult time.

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