Pansy Jo Habicht's Obituary
Pansy Jo “Jodie” Habicht
March 24, 1941 – November 20, 2025
Pansy Jo “Jodie” Habicht, 84, of Grand Prairie, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, surrounded by family and loved ones.
Born in Louisiana on March 24, 1941, Jodie grew up with a strong sense of responsibility and quiet determination that stayed with her throughout her life. Jodie lived a life grounded in faith, love, and quiet strength.
A devoted wife, mother, and friend, Jodie was known for her steadfast spirit and her deep belief in the importance of family and community. A woman of strong faith, she raised her two children to be independent, compassionate, and service-minded, leading by example in every sense.
As a single parent for many years, Jodie worked tirelessly, often holding multiple jobs, to ensure her family had what they needed. Though she was unable to attend college herself, she valued education deeply and taught herself the professional skills that became her hallmark. Through dedication and persistence, she became an expert proofreader, typist, and editor, admired for her precision and professionalism.
Jodie's love of music was one of her defining joys. From Elvis Presley to the Bee Gees, she could find a song for every mood and moment. She also adored butterflies, seeing in them a symbol of beauty, transformation, and grace, qualities she carried throughout her own life.
Those who knew her often described her as the consummate Southern lady: poised, understated, and endlessly kind.
Jodie and her loving husband, Gary Habicht, shared over four decades together. One of Gary’s favorite memories is her playful sense of humor, especially how she could take a person’s profession and turn it into a nickname. She famously referred to a physical therapist as a “physical terrorist,” a small glimpse of the wit that often caught people off guard and brought laughter into everyday moments.
She loved butterflies, quiet routines, and simple time spent with family. She wasn’t someone who expressed emotion loudly, but she cared deeply and showed her love through constancy, presence, and quiet acts of kindness. Her family often described her as someone who made you feel cared for without needing many words.
Jodie is survived by her husband, Gary Habicht, and her three children: Fred, Debra, and Neal. She also leaves behind four grandchildren and one great-grandchild, along with extended family and friends who will miss her gentle, steady spirit.
Her family is grateful for the years they had with her and for the everyday moments and memories that will stay with them always.
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