Bryan Duane Ganske was born in Elgin, Texas on March 16, 1951 to Benjamin and Ruth Fulbright Ganske. He spent most of his childhood in Hico, Hamilton, and Stephenville, Texas. Bryan attended Stephenville High School, Class of 1969. Following his father’s passing during his senior year, Bryan made the decision to continue the family plumbing business to help support his mother and younger sister, Elayne. Bryan and his friend, Duane Ogle, took sisters from Granbury on a double date. This led to marriage for both couples. Bryan and Cynthia Cooper married on May 16, 1970.
Bryan and Cindy welcomed their first son, Bryan Scott, on July 26, 1971. David Alan was born January 19, 1977, followed by Holly Cynthia on December 25, 1978. The family resided in the Stephenville area for many years but finally settled in the Fort Worth area.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and finding bargains at flea markets. When he was not working, Bryan would relax at the deer lease or at his property where he could spend an afternoon mowing, tending the cattle, or catching up with family and friends who stopped by for the weekend. Bryan was happiest when he was in the country.
Bryan could be counted on to help friends and family through tough times. He felt it was his Christian duty to help those in need. Mission trips to Mexico with Shady Oaks Baptist allowed Bryan to work alongside friends and build churches for impoverished communities. His compassion for widows and those in need was heart-felt. Bryan worked with the Meals on Wheels of Tarrant County outreach program to make significant repairs in the homes of clients who otherwise would not have running water, drain lines, and gas for heat.
At the age of 19, Bryan earned his Master Plumbing license, making him the youngest person to earn this license in the State of Texas. Bryan and Cindy owned and operated a successful plumbing company for over 40 years. His hard work and willingness to take risks resulted in many profitable years supporting his family, guiding countless young tradesmen, and ensuring all three of his children had the skills necessary to continue in the construction industry. This legacy will be passed on to seven grandsons.
Bryan and Cindy celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on May 16, 2020. Bryan loved old country music and would sing along every chance he could, despite his inability to find the rhythm or carry a tune. Cindy never quite shared his taste in music and accepted that he had two left feet. He loved a good home-cooked meal and Thanksgiving dinner. Bryan loved to be Santa for his children and grandsons every Christmas Eve. Bryan was a collector of many things – guns, coins, and hundred dollar bills.
Bryan was a good Southern Baptist – he loved to eat, appreciated the classic hymns (1st, 2nd, and 4th), and being the first to know when something happened. He could never just let the phone ring; Bryan had to answer it.
Bryan had a strong personality. He was not afraid to speak his mind. He often sought advice from his close friend and pastor, John Bobo. Bryan always called Brother John his “conscience.” Life threatening illness and on-going health concerns did not hamper Bryan’s determination to keep going. This grit and perseverance defined Bryan. His tough exterior, that many people saw, often hid the sentimental, caring side that those closest to Bryan knew.
Members of Bryan’s family include his wife of 51-years, Cindy; Scott and Danna Ganske; David and Christine Ganske; Holly and Stephen Lyon; grandsons Kaigen, 25; Seth, 22; Samuel, 20; Benjamin, 18; Daniel, 12; William and Andrew, 20 months. Kasey, son of grandson Seth Ganske, arrived last summer, making Bryan a very proud great grandparent. Bryan’s siblings are Bennie Knapp and Kenneth Ganske. His younger sister, Elayne Wilkerson preceded Bryan in death, along with his parents and many friends and family.
Bryan Duane Ganske, age 70, passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021.
We could go on and on… like Dad often did.
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