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Buchala, Henry Wenceslaus (1900-1929)
[Veteran] WW1 [Cemetery] Frydek Catholic Cemetery , FG [COD] Tuberculosis
In the 1910 Census, Henry was age 9, able to read and write, living with his parents and brothers.
WWI Draft Registration, 1918, Age 18. Residence: Sealy, Texas. White, Native born. Occupation: farmer, for his father. Medium height, medium build, blue eyes, brown hair.
In the 1920 Census, Henry was age 20, single, and a salesman at a general merchandise store. He lived with the J F Cerny family in Wallis, Texas, for whom he worked as a "hired boy".
Occupation at time of death: Printer, for Nasinec Publishing Co., Taylor, Texas.
A Bohemian weekly democratic newspaper, established 1914, circulation 2,200.
Cause of death: tuberculosis
Buchala, Leona Ann (Stavinoha) (1944-2016)
Maiden Name: Stavinoha [Cemetery] Frydek Catholic Cemetery
Leona Ann Buchala began her journey through time on January 4th 1944 in Sealy Texas. She was the first born daughter of Joe & Josephine Stavinoha. She graduated from Immaculate Conception Catholic School & Sealy High School in 1962. On October 21 1967 she married Clem Buchala in ceremony at Immaculate Conception Church & to this union their daughter Nancy & son John were born.
Leona was a very creative person with a love of flowers that she applied to business that she named Leona's Flowers And Crafts in downtown Sealy in the 1980's. Later she was a caretaker of the elderly. She was very devoted to her family & an excellent kolache baker. Her tremendous faith in God was an inspiration to all who knew her as it helped her press through many setbacks in her life without a complaint. The most difficult of which was the loss of her daughter Nancy 10 days short of her 16th birthday in 1985.
Leona was a member of St Mary's church in Frydek where she served as director of religious education for many years & taught many of the classes. Always willing to do her part she worked at the church picnics & recently was in charge of religious articles sales.
She truly ran the good race & fought the good fight & is now enjoying the special rewards designed for her in eternity past. Leona entered the eternal state on September 12, 2016 with a special dying grace blessing goodbye for her family. She will be missed!
Leona is preceded in death by her daughter, Nancy Buchala; parents, Joe & Josephine Stavinoha; brother, Joe Stavinoha, Jr., nephew, Joseph Stavinoha, III; brothers-in-law, Joe Hughes, Timothy Buchala and George Litvik; father and mother-in-law, William & Victoria Buchala.
Leona is survived by her husband of 48 years, Clem Buchala; son, John Buchala; sisters, Irene McAlexander & husband, William and Loretta Hughes; brothers, Larry Stavinoha and Garry Stavinoha & wife, Kathy Beth; sisters-in-law, Rubie Buchala, Dorothy Litvik, Lorraine Buchala and Connie Mock & husband, Walter; brothers-in-law, David Buchala & wife, Dorothy and Terry Buchala. Leona is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives.
A visitation with the family will be held at St. Mary Catholic Church in Frydek on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 from 5:00-7:00PM followed by a rosary at 7:00PM. A funeral mass will be held at St. Mary Catholic Church on Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 2:00PM. Interment will follow the service at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery.
Buchala, Timothy Sam (1946-2010)
[Family] Father: William C. Buchala, Mother: Victoria Cieslewicz [Cemetery] Frydek Catholic Cemetery
Timothy Sam Buchala, 64, of Sealy, passed away, Tuesday, July 27, 2010.
Born January 19, 1946, in Sealy, Texas to William C. Buchala and Victoria Cieslewicz Buchala. Tim lived his entire life in Sealy, Texas. He enjoyed cooking, his cats and dogs, and life. Tim was a true handyman.
He is survived by his sisters; Dorothy Litvik and husband George of Nederland, Texas; Rubie Buchala and Lorranie Buchala both of San Felipe, Texas; Connie Mock and husband Walter of Frydek. Brothers; Clem Buchala and wife Leona of San Felipe, Texas; David Buchala and wife Dorothy of Houston, Texas; and Terry Buchala of San Felipe, Texas. Nieces and nephews; Cindy Allen and husband, Ricky; Judy DeCuir, Kenny Litvik and wife Amie, Donna Buchala, Dave Buchala, Joni Buchala, John Buchala, Jennifer Mock and husband Patrick Gass; William Mock and wife Ariana, Thomas Mock and wife Iliana; Linda Aldridge and Dave Buchala. Aunts; Lillie Buchala, Tillie Cieslewicz, Albina Ermis, and Florence Overturf. A number of great nieces and nephews.
Tim was preceded in death by his parents and a niece Nancy Buchala.
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Buchanan, William Byron (1923-1944)
[Veteran] WW2, PFC, USAAF , FG [COD] Killed in action
Army Service No. (ASN): 38473713
Private First Class, 20th Bomb Squadron, 2nd Bomb Group (Heavy) 15th Air Force.
Waist Gunner B-17G Flying Fortress #42-31416 "Tadlur II."
Shot down by enemy fighters on mission to Regensburg, Germany, and crashed at Walchsee, Austria.
Crash place : MOOSDORF, OBERÖSTERREICH, AUSTRIA
Death Place : MOOSDORF, AUSTRIA
From : Missing in Action Failed to Return
Memorial book
Nicole-Melanie Goll and Georg Hoffmann
www.bundesheer.at
ISBN :978-3-9504258-0-2
Buchtien, David Ray (1961-2016)
[Family] Father: Leslie Ennis Buchtien, Mother: Erna Mae Shelburne [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery , FG
David Ray Buchtien of Katy, Texas was born to Leslie and Erna Buchtien of Sealy, Texas on October 27, 1961 and passed away on Friday, June 3, 2016, at the age of 54.
David attended school at Sealy Elementary School and went on to graduate from Sealy High School. David worked as an auto-mechanic at Mac Haik Ford of Houston for the majority of his adult life. David loved being outdoors; he loved to fish and water ski at his property in Somerville. When David was younger, he enjoyed traveling, skydiving, and riding dirt bikes, amongst other things.
David was preceded in death by his parents, Leslie and Erna Mae Buchtien; his grandparents, Herman and Louise Buchtien, and Micager and Erna Shelburne; along with numerous uncles and aunts.
David is survived by his brother, Douglas Buchtien and wife, Debbie; his sister, Kay Ann Noska; one aunt, Emalyn Buchtien; and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, and great-nephews and nieces.
Pallbearers will be Ronald Buchtien, Michael Buchtien, John Noska, Vinny Bratton, Christopher Buchtien, and Kobe Lunsford. Elijah Noska will serve as an honorary pallbearer.
A visitation with the family will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2016, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Knesek Funeral Home in Sealy, Texas. A funeral service will be held at Knesek Funeral Home on Friday, June 10, 2016, at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at the Sealy Cemetery.
Buchtien, Harold Chester (1918-1973)
[Family] Father: Herman Buchtien [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery , FG
Funeral services for Funeral services for Harold C. Buchtien of Sealy were held from the chapel of the Pete E. Etlinger Funeral Home in Sealy at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13, with Rev. Carlton Dyer officiating. Burial was in the Sealy Cemetery.
Pallbearers were: Leroy Buchtien, Oscar Lehman, Douglas Buchtien, Ronald Buchtien, Michael Buchtien and Vernon Ewald.
Mr. Buchtien passed away in the Sealy Medical Center at 10:08 p.m. on Sunday, March 11, 1973. He had been ill for the past three days.
Born in Sealy on April 23, 1918, he was the son of and Mrs. Herman Buchtien. He was reared in Sealy and attended the Millheim and Peters Public Schools.
A member of the Methodist Faith, Mr. Buchtien was engaged in the ranching profession.
Survivors include: sister, Mrs. Eugene Rudloff of Bellville: brothers, Leslie Buchtien of Sealy and Norman Buchtien of Houston: and a number of nieces and nephews.
Posted by Verna McDowell
Buchtien, Norman Walter (1925-2000)
[Veteran] WW2, 1SGT, US Army, 1943-46, Phillipines [Family] Father: Herman Buchtien, Mother: Louise Ernestine Hartman, Spouse: Emalyn Hintz , FG
BUCHTIEN Norman Walter Buchtien 75, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 15, 2000.
Mr. Buchtien was born on January 8, 1925 in Sealy, Texas. He proudly served his country in the U. S. Army during World War 11. He was an employee of Bland Cadillac for 34 years and was a member of St. Stephen�s United Methodist Church.
Mr. Buchtien is survived by his loving wife of 52 beautiful years, Emalyn Buchtien; his proud sons, Ronald Buchtien and wife Karen, Michael Buchtien and wife Monica; grand-daughters, Allison, Rachel, Kasey, Kelly, Audrey, Emily, and Shelby Buchtien; sisters-in-law, Gloria Anderlla and husband Florian, Erna Mae Buchtien; special niece, Cheryl Anderlla; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday, November 17, 2000 at Pat H. Foley Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, November 18, 2000 at the funeral home with Reverend Cramer Johnson officiating. Interment to follow services at Memorial Oaks Cemetery.
Posted by Verna McDowell
Buchtien, Roger Lee (1953-2013)
[Family] Father: Lee Roy Buchtien, Mother: Marie Kaliszewski, Spouse: Jo Ann Mantey [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (C) , FG
Bellville Times
ROGER LEE BUCHTIEN, 59, passed away on 05 April, 2013 at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital in Houston, TX.
He was born on December 28, 1953 in Bellville, TX to Lee Roy and Marie (Kaliszewski) Buchtien.
Roger grew up in Bellville, TX where he graduated from Bellville High School in 1972 and then attended Blinn College in Brenham, TX. After attending college, he worked for several Ford dealerships as a parts manager.
In February of 1980, Jo Ann Mantey joined Roger in marriage and they have called Bellville home for the last 33 years of his life. Out of their marriage, two children were born, son, Eric and daughter, Jennifer.
Roger was a loving, devoted husband and father. He had such a zest for life, remaining upbeat and positive about everything although, secretly, he was in pain. He loved laughing and telling jokes to make others laugh. Talking about cars, cooking for family and friends or baking for various events were just some of the things Roger enjoyed. He was a wise man and all who knew Roger were fortunate to have met him.
Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Lee Roy and Marie Buchtien; and mother-in-law Joyce Mantey.
Roger is survived by his SPOUSE: Jo Ann Buchtien of Bellville, TX; SON and DAUGHTER-IN-LAW: Eric and Jane't Buchtien of Shreveport, LA; DAUGHTER: Jennifer Buchtien of Rosenberg, TX; FATHER-IN-LAW: Leon Mantey of Brenham, TX; BROTHER-IN-LAW and SISTER-IN-LAW: Clint and Terry Mantey of Brenham, TX; NIECE and NEPHEW-IN-LAW: Melania and Tracy Lehde and their children, Kyle and Carson of Brenham, TX; NEPHEW: Timothy Mantey of Brenham, TX; NEPHEW: Quint Mantey of Bryan, TX; SPECIAL COUSIN: Darcy Dehnel of Bellville, TX; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; PALLBEARERS include: Eric Buchtien, Darcy Dehnel, Timothy Mantey, Quint Mantey, Tracy Lehde and Jerry Olson.
Graveside Service at Oak Knoll Cemetery.
Posted by Joy Neely
Buckley, Harold Richard (1926-2024)
[Veteran] WW2, F1, US Navy, 1944-46, LST 835 [Family] Father: John William Buckley, Mother: Alice Brasher, Spouse: Bobbie Snow [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery , FG
Harold Richard Buckley was born in Sheldon, Texas on January 28, 1926. Harold gained his wings on Sunday, April 28, 2024. He was the son of John William Buckley and Alice Brasher Buckley.
Survivors include daughter, Debbie, and son-in-law, Ronnie Pilcik of Industry, and two granddaughters, Amanda Martinez of Industry and Brittani Firestone, and two great-granddaughters, Sophie Martinez, and Ava Martinez. He is also survived by two sisters-in-law, Joy Smith and Elaine Snow, two brothers-in-law, Donald Snow and Ray Stanford, and many nieces and nephews. Harold left behind a special friend, Alice Neel.
Harold graduated from Waller High School after 11 years. He enlisted in the Navy before his 18th birthday with his father's signature but would have been drafted at 18 anyway. World War II started when Japan attacked the US and destroyed much of our Pacific fleet by bombing Pearl Harbor. Harold served active duty from January 21, 1944 to February 16, 1946, and received an Honorary Discharge as the war ended with the US bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan. Japan surrendered on September 2, 1945 under the US leadership of President Harry Truman. After the war, Harold returned to Waller and met Bobbie Snow and they married on Nov 24, 1949. On Jan 10, 1956, the family welcomed their only child, Debbie; she was always her Daddy's girl.
Harold was a 'jack of all trades' fixing almost anything broken. He worked on diesel engines in the service and post service, repaired automobiles at a shop in Waller. Seeking more stable employment, Harold went to work for Shell Oil and worked seven days on and seven days off. The family followed the job, living in Freeport, Galveston, and Houston before returning home to Waller to raise their family. In Waller, Harold worked for Southwestern Bell, holding many positions, and after 31 years, retired when he was 55. After finishing all his retirement 'honey-dos', he was ready to return to work. He received his electrical license and wired new houses. However, he and Bobbie wanted a job they could do together, so they started installing wallpaper for Eddie Pilcik and others. Man, that was a hard job. Harold and Bobbie went on to open a Radio Shack in Bellville. Having a servant's heart, Harold also drove a school bus in Bellville, as there was such a need.
Through the years Harold and Bobbie had many adventures. They purchased a camper and discovered their love for travel and the outdoors. During these times, they made lifelong friends who shared their passion. Harold and Bobbie were avid fishermen and would fish for crappie all night on the piers of Lake Somerville. Granddaughters, Amanda and Brittani, have the fondest memories of weeks spent in summers, building campfires, feeding the animals Cheerios, and fishing and swimming.
Harold loved to garden and make Bobbie happy with flower beds. The Masonic Lodge in Bellville was very important to him. He was a past Master and served as secretary of the lodge for many years. Harold was also a member of the Scottish Rite. Later Harold joined the Order of the Eastern Star with Bobbie, her mother, Annie Snow, and two of her sisters, Barbara Stanford and Mary Ragland, and served as a Worthy Patron and on many committees.
Babysitting the granddaughters a couple of days a week for Debbie was such a pleasure. Amanda got to watch soap operas with Nana, and Brittani loved to read Poppy "The Little Train That Could" over and over. Many memories are shared and stories told.
After a battle with COPD, Bobbie died in September of 2010. Harold supported and cared for Bobbie and met every need without complaint. He wrote a story called "2010 the Worst and the Best Year of My Life" as a Memorial to his beloved Bobbie. During his 98 years, Harold had many special times. He and Bobbie's Sunday lunches with the "Snow Clan' was a wonderful time with laughter and intense card games. And Harold's daily coffee with friends at Newman's Bakery was very special. Mike Newman loved his older 'regulars' and each appreciated him. They are probably enjoying a heavenly cup together!
By chance, Harold met Alice Neel. Both attended the Bellville Methodist Church and shared the loss of their spouses. They each helped the other through the difficult times. Harold repaired things around Alice's house, and Alice fixed home-cooked meals. For 13 years they enjoyed each other's company. We are very thankful for her and for the support given to Harold through his journey to Heaven. The day he died, he smiled at her when she came to visit and say goodbye.
In July 2023, Harold chose to move to Argent Court Assisted Living. He knew he needed help but did not want to burden anyone. He thrived there and was friends with many of the residents and the kind and helpful Resident Assistants. Harold was even voted 'Valentine King' by the residents.
Harold was a wonderful and kind gentleman. It was a blessing to have had him for so long!
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at Schmidt Funeral Home, 12029 Hwy. 36 South, Bellville, Texas, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM. A masonic graveside service will follow at Oak Knoll Cemetery.
Buddenberg, Bernice Esther (Ahlhorn) (1926-2014)
Maiden Name: Ahlhorn [Family] Father: John A. Ahlhorn, Mother: Erna Ander, Spouse: William Delmus Buddenberg
Bellville Times
Bernice Esther (Ahlhorn) Buddenberg, 88, of Brenham, the widow of William D. "Jake†Buddenberg, died Dec. 29, 2014, at Kruse Memorial Lutheran Village in Brenham.
Visitation was 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 30 at Memorial Oaks Chapel. The funeral service was 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31 at St. James Lutheran Church of New Wehdem with Pastor Jill Vivroux officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Buddenberg was born Aug. 4, 1926, in Bleiblerville, Austin County, TX, to John A. and Erna (Ander) Ahlhorn. She was baptized June 14, 1927 in Round Top and was educated in Austin County schools.
On March 17, 1946, she was married to William "Jake†Buddenberg at Welcome by Pastor Walter Wolf. She was a seamstress for Nat's Tiny Tots before she and her husband purchased Grimm's Radiator and General Repair in September 1970. In 1994, the business became J&B Repair, where she was bookkeeper and partner until her husband's death in 1998.
Mrs. Buddenberg enjoyed dancing and listening to all kinds of music, particularly polkas and waltzes. She enjoyed watching baseball games, including Little League teams, Brenham Cubs and Houston Astros. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her greatest joys, and she often attended their school and athletic events.
She was a member of St. James Lutheran Church of New Wehdem, where she was a member of the circle. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and the VFW Auxiliary.
Mrs. Buddenberg enjoyed traveling, especially with her daughters to the reunions of the 78th Fighter Group, of which her husband was a member.
Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Sharon Ann Jasinski of Brenham, Sandra Faye Teufel of Brenham and Cynthia Lynn and David Tharp of El Lago; grandchildren, Rhonda Michelle Craigen, Larissa Ann and Eric Olson, John Christopher and Jessica Teufel, Bradley Wayne and Amy Jasinski, all of Brenham, Anthony Scott and Erika Jasinski of Austin, and Jamie Lynn Teufel and JaMichael Williams of Katy; great-grandchildren, Cassidy Devere Craigen and longtime boyfriend Matt Green, Tristan William Teufel, Shelby Ann Olson, Amy Catherine Teufel, Jake Eric Olson, Della Elaine Jasinski, Briley Wayne Jasinski, Evan Scott Jasinski, Michael James Williams and Mallorie Jade Williams; nieces, Myrna and Kenneth Foster of Runge and Patricia Parma of Richmond; and a host of other relatives and good friends.
She was preceded in death by her sons, Ronald William and Scott David Buddenberg; husband, William D. "Jake†Buddenberg; granddaughter, Amy Nicole Teufel; her parents; brothers, Clarence Ahlhorn and Dennis Ahlhorn and wife Irene; sons-in-law, Dewayne Jasinski and Odis Teufel; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Frederich "Fritz†and Minnie Buddenberg.
Memorial contributions may be directed to St. James Lutheran Church of New Wehdem, Brenham Hospice or the charity of your choice.
Funeral arrangements for Bernice Buddenberg are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 W. Main St., Brenham.
Posted by Bruce White
Buntzel, Herbert, Jr. (1930-2009)
[Veteran] Korea [Cemetery] Dotson Cemetery , FG
Herbert Buntzel Jr., passed away unexpectedly Dec. 21, 2009 in Sugar Land. Herb was born July 9, 1930 in Brenham to Juanita Mae (Picone) and Herbert Buntzel, and was their only child. He was preceded in death by his father Herbert "Pop" Buntzel.
Herb's family history is deeply rooted in Washington and Austin County. His family arrived in the U.S. from Germany in the 1840s, and were respected bankers, lawmen, furniture makers, metal smiths, entrepreneurs, ranchers and community leaders.
Herb grew up in Brenham and graduated from Brenham High School and later attended University of Houston. Growing up, he enjoyed helping his father restore Ford Model Ts, making model airplanes, boating and fishing. Herb was a master carpenter, a trait he inherited from his great-great grandfather, Fredrich, who was a listed famous early furniture maker in Texas. Herb was an accomplished artist working in pen, oils and wood. Herb was known as one of the "Best BBQers in Texas" having been taught the art by his father who was also the Fire Chief of Brenham.
He developed a love of flying when he restored an old bi-plane in Brenham and learned to fly. His love of flying and love of country lead to him to volunteer for the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War where he was stationed at Chanute Airfield in Illinois and Randolph Air Force Base in Texas. Herb and Joyce Elaine Lorenz, also from Brenham, were married during his service years and began their family.
Herb became an international traveler when working for several engineering companies including Fluor Corporation, Rockwell International and Puffer Sweiven. Later, he co-founded VARCO and Dixon Engineering. He was well known for instrumentation design, flow control, combustion design, his ability to troubleshoot and working with NASA.
In his later years, he was known for his rescue and rehabilitation of many dogs. His love of his own dogs was well-known and he could often be seen riding his four-wheeler, with four or five dogs racing ahead or beside him.
Herb is survived by his mother, Juanita Conlan of Brenham; his wife of 30 years Wanda Buntzel of Bellville; his children, Gaile Daniels, Karen Bradshaw and husband John, and Mark Buntzel all of Houston; and stepchildren Shawn Rosa of Bellville, and Chris Strickland and wife Janet of Sugar Land. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Dawn Mabray, Sean Daniels and wife Robin, Raegen Legenzoff, Aaron Rosa and wife Anna, Amber Rosa and Korina Balderas; great-grandchildren, Zachary Daniels, Collan Daniels, Joslyn Legenzoff, Ireland Daniels, and Madelyn Todd; and great-great granddaughter, Ariel Bradshaw; and six step siblings of the Conlan family.
Memorial services will be held Brenham Memorial Chapel, Tuesday, Dec. 29 at 1 p.m. located at 2300 Stringer Street, Brenham, TX 77833. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Animal Friends Shelter, P.O. Box 916, Bellville, TX 77418.
Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer St., Brenham, Texas.
Brenham Banner-Press (Brenham, TX)
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Burger, Austin (1995-2015)
[Family] Father: Roy Austin, Mother: Mandy Smith [Cemetery] Burger Family Cemetery
Bellville Times
Austin Burger, 19, of Cat Spring, passed away Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015, in Cat Spring.
Born June 5, 1995, in Brenham, the son of Roy Burger and Mandy (Smith) Burger; he grew up and attended schools in the Cat Spring/Bellville area.
Austin was employed as a ranch hand. He enjoyed team roping and did a take at riding steers.
When Austin was young, his dad took him on a few motion picture sets. Austin wanted to meet "Sky" from "Touched By An Angel" He was told by his dad to make sure that his shirt was tucked in and he looked nice for this young lady. Austin waited in the early morning hours to meet her and after several hours, he fell asleep until she arrived on the set for rehearsal. After many hours of waiting, he was able to meet her. Sky even allowed Austin to nap a few times in her "movie star" trailer during her rehearsals.
In his free time, Austin's love for music led him to entertain others as a DJ.
Austin is survived by his father Roy Burger and his wife, Melissa, of Bastrop; mother Mandy Smith Burger of Bellville; brother Hayes Burger; half brother Clint Burger and his wife, Cherie; half sister Abby Burger; half brother Cole Burger; half sister Leila Smith; and nephew Spin'er Burger. He is also survived by grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Justin Burger, grandparents, Fred W. and Hazel Burger, and aunt, Cheryl Acebo.
Visitation was held Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015 from 2-5 p.m. at the Schmidt Funeral Home in Bellville. Funeral Service was held Monday, Jan. 5, 2015 at 11 a.m. at the Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel in Bellville with Pastor Sonny Rice officiating. Pallbearers were Clint Burger, DeWayne Burger, Mike Barrett, Russell Reichardt, Ben Dyer, Robert Navarro and Jonathan Peck.
Friends may make donations to the Austin Burger Memorial Fund, c/o Industry State Bank-New Ulm Branch, PO Box 155, New Ulm, TX 78950. Make checks payable to Roy Burger and place Austin Burger Memorial Fund in the memo space.
Posted by Bruce White
Burger, Fred William, Jr. (1936-2018)
[Veteran] Vietnam, US Army [Family] Father: Fred William Burger Sr, Mother: Hazel Bernice Hargrave, Spouse: Clema Jean Belote [Cemetery] Burger Family Cemetery , FG
Graveside services for Mr. Fred W. Burger, Jr., age 81, of Sealy, Texas will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 2 pm from the Burger Cemetery in Cat Springs, Texas.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 pm Friday, January 19 from the Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home in Schulenburg, Texas.
Survivors include: wife-Clema "Jean" Burger of Schulenburg; daughters-Julie Ann Kunschick/husband Emil of Weimar and Patricia Michelle Wagner of Weimar; son-Richard Gene Burger of Bellville; brothers-John Royce Burger of Sealy, DeWayne Burger of Bellville and Roy Gene Burger of Bastrop; 5 grandchildren; and 1 great grandson.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sister and 2 nephews.
Burger, Hazel Bernice (Hargrave) (1915-2003)
Maiden Name: Hargrave [Family] Father: John Hargrave, Mother: Mathilda Krahn, Spouse: Fred W. Burger [Cemetery] Burger Family Cemetery , FG
Bellville Times
October 2003
Funeral services for Hazel Bernice Burger were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, October 19, 2003 at the Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel in Bellville with Pastor Milroy Gregor officiating.
Interment was held in the Burger family cemetery.
Pallbearers were Clint Burger, James Burger, John Burger Jr., Justin Burger, Richard Burger and Robert Burger.
Honorary pallbearer was David Rice.
Hazel Burger was born September 16, 1915 in Cypress, Texas the daughter of John and Mathilda Krahn Hargrave. She grew up and attended school in Cypress, Texas.
On February 27, 1935, she was united in marriage with Fred W. Burger in Houston, Texas. They moved to Sealy in 1947 to raise their family and have made their home there ever since. A member of St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville, Hazel was the religious educator for the whole family.
Hazel helped Fred with the dairy business and was considered a very good cook, especially as a pie maker. Because of her love of children, she was always willing to help any child in need. Hazel enjoyed flowers, plants and cattle, and loved to watch wildlife.
Hazel Bernice Burger passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at her home at the age of 88 years and 29 days.
She is survived by 5 children; Cheryl Acebo of Sealy, Fred W. and Jean Burger of Houston, J. Royce and Betty Burger of Sealy, Robert Dewayne and Catherine Burger of Oak Hill and Roy Gene and Mandy Burger of Cat Spring, 20 grandchildren; Tracey Louise Roberts of Sealy, Christine Kay Sanchez of Tomball, Kimberly Diane Acebo of Sealy, Richard Gene Burger of Rockport, Julie Ann Kunschick of Weimar, Patricia Michele Wagner of Columbus, Connie Miller, John Burger, Jr., and Bernice Burger of Sealy, Robert Burger of Bellville, James Burger of Sugarland, Vickie Funderburk, Robin Donaldson and Brenda Stewart of Bellville, Dee Ann Poorman of Katy, Delayne Andrews of Austin, Crissy Burger of Oak Hill and Clint, Justin and Austin Burger of Cat Spring, 26 great grandchildren, 1 brother Henry Hargrave and wife Marie of Bedias, Texas and numerous nieces, nephews and many other friends and relatives.
Hazel was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 4 brothers and 5 sisters.
In lieu of usual remembrances friends who wish may make memorial gifts to Bellville General Hospital Foundation, P.O. Box 977, Bellville, Texas 77418; Hospice Brazos Valley, 502 W. 26th, Bryan, Texas 77803-2426 or to Austin County Friends of Lifeline, 728 E. O'Bryant, Bellville, Texas 77418.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Schmidt Funeral Home in Bellville.
Posted by Joy Neely
Burkett, Kenneth Harold (1941-2021)
[Veteran] Vietnam, US Army [Family] Father: Elbert M Burkett, Mother: Mavis Bulah Meadors, Spouse: Waynell , FG
Kenneth Harold Burkett, 80, passed away at his home in Cat Spring, Texas on Tuesday, August 24, 2021. During his early years as a kid, he loved spending time with his parents at their fruit stand. He always had a personal garden and eventually enjoyed a small stent truck farming watermelons and cantaloupe after retiring to the sandy loam area around Cat Spring.
Just before graduating high school, he and a buddy hopped a train west and in order to return home, they spent some time learning real work picking cotton. Being an adventurous soul, he joined the military to see the world. He was an airborne ranger in the Army and spoke about jumping out of planes and getting letters from his blonde-haired girl back in Texas.
Kenneth was lovingly referred to by all as "Burkett." He spent many years in the elevator trade and much of that time was married to Waynell, his blonde-haired girl. Together they started businesses, raised kids, and enjoyed lake life with many friends and family. Burkett was a big flirt who loved making people laugh and smile. You never knew what would come out of his mouth…. but no doubt he was known by many a cashier and only answered to his name - Burkett!
He is survived by his wife, Waynell Burkett of Cat Spring; daughter, Kennette Burkett of Longview; sons, Steven Harold Burkett and his wife, Jennifer, of Bend, Oregon, and Matt Allen Burkett and his wife, Anne, of Fort Worth; three college age grandchildren, Naomi Burkett, Bentlee Burkett, and Mattie-Anne Burkett; sisters, June Santerre of Houston and Barbara Doran of Florida; and numerous other family and dear friends.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, Elbert and Mavis Burkett.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 28, 2021, from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Cat Spring Ag Hall, 13035 Hall Road, Cat Spring, Texas.
Friends are asked to consider a memorial gift to either American Bladder Cancer Society, 12 Flansburg Avenue, Dalton, MA 01226-1409, www.bladdercancersupport.org; or Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, 332 North Broadway, Pitman, New Jersey 08071, www.childrenscancerresearch.org/langerhans_cell.
Burttschell, Alice Vernell (Reichardt) (1930-2016)
Maiden Name: Reichardt [Family] Father: Otto W Reichardt, Mother: Alice Braesicke, Spouse: Joe Edward Burttschell [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery , FG
Alice Vernell (Reichardt) Burttschell was born in Sealy on March 19, 1930 to Alice and Otto Reichardt. She attended school in Cat Spring through grade nine, and then graduated from Sealy High School in 1947. On June 3, 1950, she married the love of her life, Joe Burttschell. Together they raised four children, Bill, Kathy, Michael, and John.
Alice started school in Cat Spring where she was tutored in English since she spoke only German at the time. Through grade nine, she lived with her grandmother in town during the week and then went to the farm on the weekends. After graduating from Sealy High School, she went to work for E.R. Squib and Company in Houston. She rode the bus to Sealy on weekends to see Joe, and they went to the movies in Sealy or to a dance in Bellville, Coshatte, Sealy, Mixville, or Cat Spring. They danced a million miles over the next 62 years and their favorite was swing dancing to the big band sound.
In 1948, she attended her first Aggie football game with Joe, dressed to the hilt, including a cobalt velvet tam and an Aggie mum corsage - a testament to her ever-present sense of style and the beginning of her lifelong passion for A&M. After beginning their married life in Sealy on September 12, 1951, Joe came home with the news that Humble Oil was transferring him to Louisiana. Bill was born the next day, and they moved to Louisiana two weeks later. After two years in Louisiana, they returned to Sealy where they became active members of the community. For 10 years, they owned and operated the White Auto Store downtown, and in 1978, she began a 21-year career as a florist. She shared her talent and passion for people and flowers at Leah's Petals and Pots, the floral department at Bill's Supermarket, and at the Blossom Cottage. After she retired in 2009, her talents for flower arranging continued from home upon special request for countless weddings, funerals, and special occasions.
Alice enjoyed her years of participation with the Bluebonnet Society and Trinity Lutheran Church and choir. She will be forever remembered for opening her home to one and all for showers, weddings, and gatherings of any kind, and especially for her love of Christmas decorating and entertaining. But at her very core was an unwavering love and devotion to her family which was never more evident than during holiday gatherings.
All who knew here would agree that Alice was a woman of great integrity, style, dignity, and grace, and an amazing role model for her family and friends. Countless friends and family benefitted from her generous spirit and supportive nature; she could always be counted on to be your biggest fan.
Alice is survived by her son, Bill, and wife, Karen, of San Felipe; daughter, Kathy, and husband, Joe, of Austin; and son, John, of Cat Spring; in addition to numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Joe; and son, Michael.
Alice left us on January 2, 2016. Her family would like to express their thanks to Dr. Krishnaswamy and his staff at Sealy Urgent Care for their care of this special lady.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Austin County A&M Club Scholarship fund, Trinity Lutheran Church, or a charity of your choice.
Visitation will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 402 Atchison St., Sealy, TX, from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Monday, January 4, 2016. Funeral services will also be held at Trinity Lutheran Church at 11:00 am on Tuesday, January 5, 2016, with Rev. Kenneth Bersche officiating. Interment will follow at Sealy Cemetery.
Burttschell, Joe Edward (1929-2012)
[Family] Father: Walter Antone Burttschell, Mother: Laura Stella Brune, Spouse: Alice Vernell Reichardt [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery , FG
Funeral services for Joe E. Burttschell, 83, of Sealy, Texas, 3:00 PM, Wednesday, June 6, 2012, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy, with visitation from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm Tuesday, June 5, 2012, also at the church, with Rev. David Vandercook and Rev. Dale Leland officiating.
Joe Burttschell was born on February 24, 1929 to Walter Anton and Laura Brune Burttschell. After graduation from Sealy High School in 1946, Joe attended Tarleton State University for 2 years before transferring to Texas A&M where he was a proud graduate of the Class of '50.
On June 3, 1950, he married the love of his life, Alice Vernell Reichardt. Together they raised 4 children, Bill, Kathy, Michael, and John, and danced a million miles together.
Joe had a 37-year career with Exxon/Mobil, beginning as a roustabout at the Katy Humble plant and ending as an East Texas Division supervisor. Following his retirement in 1986, he spent many years ranching in Sealy and Cat Spring. In recent years, Joe served both the City of Sealy and the City of San Felipe as Municipal Judge.
Joe demonstrated his concern and care of his community through his active membership in numerous organizations, Trinity Lutheran Church, Sealy Lions Club, Sealy Cemetery Association Board, Cat Spring Agricultural Society, Stephen F. Austin Golf Association, Texas A&M Century Club, and Scholarship Chair of the Austin County A&M Club. He was involved with the Sealy Little League for over 30 years where he served in numerous roles, ranging from Coach to President of the League. During his time on the Parks and Recreation Board, he was instrumental in updating the community sports facilities, and after advocating for the creation of a T-ball field was honored to have the T-ball field named for him. His membership in the Sealy Tiger Booster Club spans decades, and he was the recipient of the "Old Man Award" for his support of Sealy Tiger Athletics.
An avid sports fan throughout his life, Joe traveled everywhere to watch his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren's events, as well as his Texas Aggies, Sealy Tigers, and Houston Astros. He also thoroughly enjoyed times hunting and golfing with family and friends.
Whether you knew him as Joe, Joe Edward, JEB, Butch, Judge, Honey, Daddy, or Popo, all knew the same man: a wise, fair, humble man who valued family above all else and who lived his life demonstrating the utmost selflessness and care for others. He was the rare person who truly never said a bad word about anyone. He handled his battle with cancer with great courage, dignity and optimism, and continued to bring joy to the lives of his loved ones and to serve as a role model to the end. Joe was not only a husband, father, uncle, and grandfather, but also a best friend and mentor all those who loved him.
Joe is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Alice Burttschell; son, Bill, and wife, Karen, of San Felipe; Kathy, and husband, Joe, of Austin; and son, John, of Cat Spring; in addition to numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Michael.
After a long battle with cancer, Joe Burttschell left his loved ones on his 62nd wedding anniversary, June 3, 2012. His family would like to thank the caregivers at MD Anderson Hospital and Life's Solutions Hospice Care, Inc. for their care of this beloved man.
Pall bearers are Brad Burttschell, Adam Burttschell, Aaron Gregg, Brock Gregg, Jason Gregg, Ryan Reichardt, Russell Reichardt, David Fait.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Austin County A&M Club Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 561, Bellville, Texas 77418; or Trinity Lutheran Church, 402 Atchison, Sealy, Texas 77474; or a charity of your choice.
Bush, Bessie Ruth (Wotipka) (1903-2003)
Maiden Name: Wotipka [Family] Father: Joseph Wotipka, Mother: Uhrik Frances, Spouse: J. V. Bush [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery , FG
Bellville Times
Tuesday, July 15, 2003
Funeral services for Bessie Bush, 99, of Bellville, Texas were held Sunday, July 13, 2003 at 12:30 p.m. from St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Bellville, Texas with Rev. Bob Gribble officiating. Interment was at Oak Knoll Cemetery in Bellville, Texas.
Bessie Wotipka was born to parents Joe and Frances (Uhrik) Wotipka in Bellville and was raised in Bellville. She graduated from San Marcus Teacher's College and was a teacher.
On July 3, 1944 Bessie was joined in marriage to Mr. J.V. Bush. She was a member of Bellville General Hospital Auxiliary, American Legion Auxiliary and St. Mary's Episcopal Church.
Bessie Bush passed away July 12, 2003 in Bellville, Texas.
She is survived by her stepdaughter Velma Shook of Beaumont, cousins Jeanette Atkisson of Bellville and Beatrice Barler of Tucson, Arizona. She was preceded in death by her parents Joe and Frances Wotipka, husband J.V. Bush, sister Gladys Jo Wotipka.
Memorial contributions may be made to Bellville General Hospital Auxiliary, Attn: Grace Crawford, P.O. Box 977, Bellville, Texas 77418 or St. Mary's Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 2176, Bellville, Texas 77418
Funeral services under the direction of Knesek Family Funeral Chapels, Bellville, Texas
Posted by Joy Neely
Buvinghausen, Ida Hedwig (Schultz) (1904-2003)
Maiden Name: Schultz [Family] Spouse: Alvin B. Buvinghausen , FG
Bellville Times
Funeral services for Ida S. Buvinghausen were held Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2003 at 11 a.m. in Trinity Lutheran Church in Houston with Rev. Donald Black and Rev. E,. Harmann officiating. Interment was in Resthaven Cemetery.
She was born March 13, 1904 in Thorndale, Texas. Ida S. Buvinghausen died Nov. 22, 2003 in Brenham, Texas.
She is survived by daughters Joyce Niebes and husband Emlyn of Dallas and Betty Van Horn and husband Lloyd of Bellville, grandson Craig Niebes, granddaughters Joylyn Niebes, Alison Davis, Sharon Ridgway, Beth Smith, 11 great grandchildren numerous nieces and nephews.
Ida was preceded in death by her parents, an infant son, husband Alvin B. Buvinghausen, 5 sisters and 2 brothers.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church, 800 Houston Ave. Houston, Texas 7707 and Hospice Brazos Valley, 705 S. Austin, Brenham, Texas, 77833.
To God Be the Glory. Funeral services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, Brenham, Texas.
Posted by Joy Neely
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