Obituary of Michael Ganz

Michael J. Ganz, 24, formerly of Hackettstown, died Saturday, February 28, 2009 at home in Belvidere, NJ. Michael was born May 4, 1984 in Hackettstown, NJ, a son of Richard and Lynn R (Meltzer) Ganz. He was a student at Warren County Community College majoring in Business/Marketing and would have graduated this May. Michael was active in the college community He was the President of O.P.E.N (Open Minded People Excluding No One) and a member of the Student Government Association. He also volunteered for and was member of Habitat for Humanity. Survivors: In addition to his parents, Richard and Lynn Ganz of East Stroudsburg, PA he is survived by two brothers, Daniel A. Ganz and James L Ganz of Clifton, NJ. He will also be missed by many friends. Services: Friends may call Thursday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at DeVoe Funeral Service Inc., 136 West Washington Ave, Washington, NJ. A memorial service will be held Thursday at 12:00 pm at DeVoe Funeral Service Inc., 136 West Washington Ave, Washington Private cremation was held in H.G. Smith Crematory, Stroudsburg. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made in Michael’s name be sent to Crohn's & Coliitis Foundation of America, 386 Park Ave. S., New York, NY 10016, www.ccfa.org; United Ostomy Association of Warren County, 2809 Hope Ridge Dr., Easton, PA 18045 or a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.devoefuneral.com. Tributes: Tribute from: Kevin Matsinger From the Matsinger's and everyone in the Billing Department at Medical Associates of Monroe County we are sorry to learn of Michael death. If their is anything that we can do please call the office and let us know. Tribute from: The Baeck Family We were very saddened to hear of Michael's passing. He was a wonderful young man. God bless you all. We are so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends. He touched the hearts of many people in his short life and will always be remembered as a sensitive and caring young man. The Schroeder Family Tribute from: Jewell Family We were so sorry to hear about Michael. Are thoughts and prayers are with you. The Jewell Family