Dabney, Edwin Winston "EW" (1821-1896)
Nickname: EW [Family] Father: Albert Gallatin Dabney, Spouse: Hannah Gwathmey Dabney [Cemetery] Concord Cemetery () , FG
An obituary in the files of Texas Christian University dated November 5, 1896 has this account of Edwin Winston Dabney who is buried in Concord Cemetery. "This heroic soldier of the cross laid his armor by, at the residence of his daughter in Brown County, Texas, at 1 o'clock P. M., Sept. 27, 1896. Brother Dabney moved from Kentucky, in company with his brother, C. I. Dabney (since gone to rest in 1882), and settled in Austin County, Texas, in 1853, on what was afterwards known as Kentucky Ridge. In 1854 they organized the first church of Christ in Austin County, Texas, and not long afterwards moved it to old Concord, which after a few years developed into one of the most noted churches of the State."
-Thanks to Joy Neely (Bellville Historian)for this information!
Edwin W. Dabney, was a native of Louisa County, Virginia, born September 21, 1821; was the grandson of Albert G. Dabney and great-grandson of Cornelius Dabney. A. G. Dabney also was born in the Old Dominion. Edwin W. Dabney remained in the state of his nativity but a few years. In 1830 the grandfather, A. G. Dabney, moved to Christian county, Kentucky, with four small boys, his wife having died in 1829 in Louisa County, Virginia. E. W. was raised in Kentucky, in which state he married Miss Hannah G. Dabney, in 1841; in 1853 he removed with his family to Austin County, Texas. He and his wife became the parents of ten children, five of whom are now living,— three sons and two daughters, viz.: E. T., Cornelius, John B., Hannah Elizabeth and Virginia Louisa. The mother of these children died July 2, 1895, at the good old age of seventy-eight years and ten months less one day. Their father is still living, at the age of seventy-four years and ten months, making his home near Belton. He is a minister of the Church of Christ, having devoted much of his life to his holy calling, earnestly laboring for his fellow men.
[History of Texas, Central Texas Vol I, Lewis Publishing, 1896
Dahl, Ira Randall "Randy" (1944-2024)
Nickname: Randy [Veteran] Vietnam, US Army [Family] Father: Ira Dahl, Mother: Mina, Spouse: Shirley, Children: Stephen Dahl [Cemetery] Saint John Lutheran Church Cemetery ()
Randy Dahl of Cat Spring, Texas passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024, at the age of 79. Randy was born in Houston, Texas to Mina and Ira Dahl.
Randy graduated from Spring Branch High School in 1962 following with a BBA Degree from Texas Lutheran College in 1966. Not only did he meet the love of his life, Shirley at college (who he married in 1967), but also developed lifelong friendships during these college years.
Randy was drafted in 1969 into the Army and stationed at MacDill Air Force Base Strike Command in Tampa Florida. He served there until his honorable discharge in 1971. Their son Stephen was born in Tampa. Again, lifelong friendships developed during those years.
Randy was in the machine shop business in Houston for 40 years. First part owner of Space City Machine and Tool then later owner of D&S Machine Shop.
Randy loved Cat Spring and has been coming here since the early 60's. He and Shirley moved from Houston to Cat Spring full-time about 25 years ago. He was a faithful member of St. John Lutheran Church in Cat Spring, serving on the council and various committees. Randy dearly loved his wife Shirley and his son Stephen. He loved the ranch, and his brangus cattle and was happiest on his tractor. Of course, a regular stop at Crossroad Tavern for a cold beer with friends and the Friday night fish fry was a must!
One last thing Randy and Shirley loved to travel! Just so many fun trips with friends and family...not to mention 19 years of fun on Lake Austin!
Randy is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Kirby Dahl, and Kirby's wife Sue.
He is survived by his wife Shirley, son Stephen (Fiancé Misty), sisters-in-law Doris Duderstadt, “Peteâ€, and Rose Miles, brothers-in-law Alton Martin, and Frank Volkmer, nieces and nephews Angel Croll, Brian Dahl, Debbie, Todd, Tammy, Scott, Frank Jr., Brenda, Jennifer, Cheryl, Allen, and Darrell.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/ira-randy-dahl
Dahse, Thelma (Remmert) (1919-2013)
Maiden Name: Remmert [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (C)
Bellville Times
Thelma Remmert Dahse of Bellville died on Sept. 10, 2013 at age 94.
She was born Jan. 19, 1919 in Sealy to Mattie Kurtz Remmert and Otto Remmert. She was born at her mother's parents, Charles and Doris Kurtz's home. Her mother was staying there, as Otto was a soldier during WWI and stationed in Oklahoma.
Thelma was baptized, confirmed, attended school and was married at the Catholic Immaculate Conception Church in Sealy. Thelma did not attend high school. She was her father's “boyâ€, helping with all the farm chores to make a living for the family. She continued doing this until 1946. In 1945, she met a young soldier who had just returned from WWII.
On Nov. 30, 1946, she married Norbert Dahse, moved to Bellville and lived there the rest of her life. Thelma and Norbert were very active members of Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Bellville. They were greeters and ushers at church.
Thelma taught religion for many years and was an active member of the Altar Society. She also was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion and the Bellville Fire Department. She also helped with many other charities.
Thelma was preceded in death by her parents, Mattie and Otto Remmert, her husband, Norbert (who died September 2009), her sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Ralph Frank and her niece's husband, Edward Krchnak.
Survivors include her sister and brother-in-law, Helen and Joe Novosad, “special†sister-in-law, Ella Mae Dahse, brother-in-law and wife, Melvin and Rita Dahse, niece, Joyce Krchnak, nephew and wife, Gary and Cathy Frank, 3 great nephews, 1 great niece and 10 great-great nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers- Stephen Frank, Lynn Frank, Randall Krchnak, B.J. Gutowsky, William Zaskoda and Alan Cloyd.
Lector- Vit Janda
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to- Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Bellville Volunteer Fire Department.
Funeral arrangements by Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel - Bellvilleknesekfuneralhome.com
Posted by Joy Neely
Dahse, Verdis Charles (1942-2023)
[Veteran] Vietnam, SP4, US Army [Family] Father: Ben Dahse, Mother: Martha Pfeffer, Children: Robin Higgins ()
Verdis Charles Dahse was born on October 10, 1942, at home in Kenney, Texas, and passed on January 11, 2023, in Bryan, Texas.
He is preceded in death by his grandson Rusty Higgins, his parents Ben and Martha (Pfeffer) Dahse, Sister and brother-in-law Hannah and Rudy Sturm, Sister-in-law Gracie Dahse, Brother Charles Dahse, nephews Larry Wayne Dahse, and Chris Johnson.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Robin and Steven Higgins; grandson and wife, James (Jim) and Alyssa Higgins, grandson Blake Higgins, grandson Jeff Higgins, sisters Shirley Hatcher and Kathy Johnson; brothers Bennie Dahse and Larry Dahse, great-granddaughter Oakleigh Higgins, special friends Lori Gaines, Kellie Fitch, his dog Annabell, special niece Shawn Grimm and husband Bret Grimm, special nephews Bentley and Tanner Grimm and other nieces, nephews, great niece, and cousins.
Verdis was drafted into the US Army on March 6, 1968. He did a tour of duty in Vietnam.
In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing dominos, hanging out at the Kenney Store with friends, and having a few beers. He enjoyed working at Four Counties Auction Barn until he retired.
He always enjoyed listening to old county music, polkas and waltzes on the radio and passed that love on to his grandson Rusty.
He was a longtime Houston Astros fan. He took his daughter Robin to many games when she was young and then attended games with his grandchildren.
As he grew older, his family became the most important thing in his life. He went on many family vacations to the beaches of Florida and South Padre Island. During those vacations, he enjoyed sitting on the beach during the day, people-watching, and playing family games like cards, dominos, and Pictionary in the evenings. He also enjoyed the evenings out, listening to live music and having a few drinks. He even went to a few Nascar races at the Texas Motor Speedway with his family.
He thoroughly enjoyed his weekend visits with his sister Shirley, his niece, and her family Shawn, Bret, Bentley, and Tanner.
Pallbearers- James Higgins, Blake Higgins, Jeff Higgins, James Schultz, Bret Grimm, and Ross Jaster
Daughtrey, Anna (Roberts) (1800-1847)
Maiden Name: Roberts [Family] Spouse: Bryant Daughtrey [Cemetery] Star Hill Cemetery () , FG
Mrs. Anna Daughtrey was the daughter of Elisha Roberts . . . they were identified with the Presbyterian church. Their family numbered eight children: including Anna, who became Mrs. Daughtrey; . . . Of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Daughtrey there were born eleven children, namely: William, who was born in Mississippi, in 1818, and died in San Augustine, Texas, in October, 1823; Martha A., who was born in Mississippi in 1820; ? who was born in San Augustine county in 1823; Edward, born in 1825; Felix; Margaret, who was born in Austin county, June 22, 1830, and died in San Augustine county September 26, 1836; Tosiah, born in Austin county in 1832; Elisha, born in 18??; Mahala, in 1837; Lenora, in 1839; and Elizabeth, born in 1842. The last four named were born in Austin county.
Google Books. A Twentieth century history of southwest Texas, Volume 2. Lewis Publishing Company. 1907.
Davidson, Samuel (-)
SFA Old 300, Notable person [Veteran] Early Wars ()
Received the title to a sitio of land now in Brazos County on July 21, 1824. The grant is located on the Brazos River near Wellborn and includes Minter Springs.
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Davis, Thomas (-)
SFA Old 300, Notable person [Veteran] Early Wars ()
Partner of David H. Milburn, they received title to a sitio now in Austin County on July 29, 1824.
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Davis, Willard Ray (1953-2024)
()
https://www.millerjosey.com/obituaries/Willard-Ray-Davis?obId=34061426
Davis, William Charles, Jr. (1954-2024)
[Family] Father: William Charles Davis Sr, Mother: Ivy Lee, Spouse: Linda ()
William Charles Davis, Jr. was born on February 1, 1954, to the late Mrs. Ivy Lee and Mr. William Charles Davis, Sr. in East Bernard, Texas. WC or Jr (as he was affectional know as) graduated from East Bernard High School and attended Wharton County Junior College where he studied Mechanical Engineering.
WC worked and retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company after 10 + years of service in Houston. When he decided to move back to East Bernard, he started working at Farmer’s Co-Op as a supervisor where to him retiring was not an option. He kept working until he was no longer able to. He was surrounded by people that respected him and appreciated him.
WC loved working on cars, riding horses, mowing his grass, washing, and keeping his car clean, and enjoyed spending time with his family.
In addition to WC’s parents, his wife, Linda Davis, preceded him in death.
His path in life came to its end on Monday, October 7, 2024, at 8:04 am in Houston, Texas. He leaves to cherish his memories his two daughters Cassandra Clemons (Leonard) and Wanda Taft (James), three grandchildren, Donjea and Colby Dennis and Lynden Taft, and one great grandchild Cruz Williams, Jr.; four brothers, two sisters; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, many relatives, and sorrowing friends.
Davis, William Floyd "Ben" (1945-2024)
Nickname: Ben [Family] Father: Isom Davis Jr, Mother: Sadie Smith, Spouse: Helen Knapp & Wilma Telford [Cemetery] Pleasant Grove Cemetery ()
William Floyd Davis "Ben" as he was affectionately called, was born on September 18, 1945 to the late Isom Davis Jr. and Sadie Smith-Davis. William was the eighth child of ten children born to this union. He grew up and attended church in the community of Raccoon Bend Bellville, Texas. There is where he developed a life long passion and love for fishing and fast cars.
He attended and graduated from Austin County High School, where he was an active member of the Football, Basketball, and Track teams.
Ben became a father at the age of twenty-one and moved into the Houston area where he began a career in Retail Grocery, which ultimately lasted fifty-nine years. He excelled rapidly and quickly became a General Manager for Rice Food Markets, where he worked for forty-six years. In 2002 he was transferred to Fiesta Mart, LLC during a company acquisition, where he continued to perform as a Retail Grocery Manager, for an Additional thirteen years, before his retirement in late 2015.
He has lived in the Hiram Clarke area for the last 45 years and became known to many of the area youth as "Paw Paw". He has been a refuge and a guide to many teenagers and young individuals, who were down on their luck or otherwise had no place to go. His home was always one with an open-door policy and everyone was greeted as a friend, welcomed in as family and given a fair chance when life seemed to have knocked them down.
Ben was preceded in death by his parents; Isom Davis Jr. and Sadie Smith-Davis, the mother of his children, Helen Knapp and Wilma Telford-Davis, seven siblings; Wilola Jackson, Vera Lee Jones, Gerldine Davis, RoyDee Davis, Lonzell Davis, Willie"Ray" Davis, and Patricia Wallace.
He leaves to cherish his loving memories Three daughters; Francheye Mackey of Eagle Lake, Texas. Sharyn Tyler and Vanessa Davis of Houston, Texas. One son; Roderick Davis of Houston, Texas. Two brothers; James L. Davis (Mary), Isom Davis lll, (Diane), Eleven Grandchildren; Sharee Eastland, Danena Williams, D' Andre Davis (Ja Tay), Darrin Davis, Chales Roberts Jr., Brandon Davis, Cheyelonda Roberts (Jessica), Domineshia Davis, Monica Roberts, Kendrick Davis, Leonard Hemphill Jr., Media Gilbert. Ten Great-Grandchildren, Two adopted Grandchildren, Hershel Miller, Andrew Cosse. He leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and sorrowing friends.
https://www.millerjosey.com/obituaries/William-Floyd-Davis?obId=30425143#/obituaryInfo
De Los Santos, Joseph "Joe" (1958-2023)
Nickname: Joe [Veteran] USMC [Family] Father: Enrique "Henry" De Los Santos, Mother: Carmen Saenz [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) () [COD] Liver disease
Joe was born October 4, 1958, at 2-44 am at St. Joseph's Hospital in Houston, Texas. Joe left this life and entered into Glory on Friday, March 31st, 2023. He elected to pass at his Thaxton Place home in southeast Austin after a courageous battle with liver disease under the tender and supportive care of family and Hospice Austin.
Joe had a passion for music, as he played the clarinet as a young man. He graduated from Houston's Spring Branch High School in 1978 and shortly after graduating, endeavored to join the US Marine Corps, and was discharged with honorable conditions. Later, Joe attended Nursing School in Austin, Texas. In 1995, Joe began working for Sam's Club Austin as a greeter and did so for 25 years. He then joined the team at Andy Frain Security Services in late 2021 where he was an agent stationed at Q2 Stadium, Moody Center, and AT&T Stadium in Arlington. He was an avid movie goer and DVD Collector—some of his favorite genres were Sci-Fi and Westerns. He also enjoyed family get-togethers.
Joe was preceded in death by his mother, Carmen (Saenz) de los Santos, his father, Enrique "Henry" de los Santos, his oldest brother, George "Pilar" de los Santos, and his second oldest brother, Victor de los Santos. Joe is survived by siblings, nieces, and nephews- including from his oldest brother's (George-deceased) family- nieces Catherine (Jon-Michial) Carter; Carmen (Michael) Brown and Carmen's sons with William Lopez (deceased) Demetri Lopez and William Lopez. Second oldest brother's (Victor-deceased) wife, Lynda de los Santos, and their three sons, Charles de los Santos (Brad) and children Brandon & Max; Christian (Jacqueline) de los Santos and their children Ellie, Austin & Scout; and Stephen de los Santos. Carmen & Gene Ebner and their son and daughter, Jason Ebner (girlfriend Mary Donaire), and Jamie (Mike) Schroeder and their children Skylar & Slade. Daniel (Adelita) de los Santos and Daniel's daughter Angela de los Santos (deceased). Marti (Don) Sims and their sons Michael de los Santos & Adam Sims. Jerry de los Santos and his two sons Thomas de los Santos and Mitchell (Kristy) de los Santos & baby Gabe. Teresa Parker and her husband Eric (deceased), and two daughter's Melissa Parker, Grace Tirres, & Grace's baby Melanie. Cynthia de los Santos-Conway and daughter and son, Nicolette Conway & Nathaniel Conway; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Joe held close his roommate Aaron Benavides and Andy Frain Security Services “Brotherhood†and friends, Emanuel Gomez, Javier Estrada, and Kai Concepcion.
Joe was a friend and brother to all that knew him. Joe is most known for his tight hugs, kindness, and willingness to always listen. He always had a beautiful smile that could outshine any darkness and a witty word from the heart for all he met. There are no words for how much Joe will be missed by all who knew him.
In lieu of flower spreads, plants will be cherished by his sister Cyndi de los Santos. Donations to Hospice Austin for the loving care and support they provided to Joe and his family may be submitted online at https-//www.hospiceaustin.org/get-involved/donate/donation-form/ Please select "This gift is in honor or memory of" Joseph de los Santos.
Dean, Joyce Lynn (Goeke) (1956-2017)
Maiden Name: Goeke [Cemetery] Germania Cemetery () , FG
Joyce Lynn Dean, 60, of Brenham, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2017, at Hospice Brazos Valley Inpatient Facility, Bryan, Texas. Joyce passed peacefully in her sleep, surrounded by her family, after a six-month battle with cancer. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 24, 2017, at Memorial Oaks Chapel in Brenham. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Thursday, May 25, 2017, at Memorial Oaks Chapel, and the burial will follow in Germania Cemetery in Kenney, Texas.
Joyce was born in Bellville, Texas, to the late Burgess and Irene Goeke. She completed a Bachelor's degree in Education at Sam Houston State University and served the Brenham School District as a kindergarten teacher for 33 years. A devoted and loving wife and mother, Joyce's greatest pleasure was spending time with her family, either at home or traveling near and far to see her two children. Joyce lived life to the fullest and her love of life was contagious - she was a beautiful light in the lives of the students she taught, her friends, and even those who knew her only knew briefly. And for her family, she was and will always be the source of their strength, happiness, and love.
Joyce was preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Carolyn Dean; and brother-in-law, Nolan Wickel.
Survivors include her husband of 39 years, Billy F. Dean, of Brenham; daughter, Jenny Dean Pedrotta and her husband, Fabiano, of Lausanne, Switzerland; son, Jacob Dean and his wife, Theresa, of Princeton, New Jersey; brothers, Dewane Goeke and his wife, Ruth, of Brenham, and Roy Goeke, of Bellville; sister, Elaine Wickel, of Bellville; other relatives and many friends.
Deere, Verna Lois (Schulte) (1924-2022)
Maiden Name: Schulte [Family] Father: Otto W Schulte, Mother: Josephine Elizabeth “Josie” Dietz, Spouse: Charles William Deere [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery () , FG
Verna Lois Schulte Deere (January 14, 1924 - August 31, 2022) was born the daughter of Josie E. and Otto W. Schulte in Brenham, Texas. She was baptized in the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Brenham. After graduating from Brenham High School, she attended business college in Houston where she first went to work for Houston National Bank. Two years later, she married Charles W. Deere on June 14th, 1944 in Bellville. After his tour in the U.S. Navy, they stayed in Bellville where Verna Lois worked for Bellville High School before taking her "long-term job" with Texas Southeastern Gas Company, retiring after 24 years of service there. Together they had 2 children, Craig Douglas and Charlotte Dianne.
Verna Lois enjoyed serving in the local community. After serving 25 years with the American Cancer Society as Memorial Chairperson, she retired in 2010. She was also a member of the Bellville Town & Country Garden Club, serving as Publicity Manager and Club Scrapbook Manager. Other services were with the Ruth Circle at the St. John Lutheran Church, the Exxon Mobil Annuitant Club as Deeds Chairman for 10 years, and the Bluebonnet Chapter of the German Society. Additionally, she was a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary as Cancer Chairman and the Bellville General Hospital Auxiliary. In addition, she spent many enjoyable years volunteering at the New 2 U Resale Shop, with all profits going to Bellville General Hospital. Being an Aggie fan, she was also an active member of the "Aggie Mom's Club," as was appropriate at the time. She was extremely honored and proud to be selected Lion's Club "Citizen of the Year" for 2009. This was truly an outstanding moment in her life that she cherished.
In her younger years, she enjoyed fishing, crafting, traveling, and especially dancing! She dearly loved her family, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many, many great friends in Bellville and surrounding areas.
Survivors include her son, Craig Deere of Austin, TX, and his best friend, Diana DiNitto; grandsons, Stephen Loesch of Temple, TX, Shawn Loesch and wife, Kristi, of Round Rock, TX, Jason Deere and Lisa of Houston, TX, and Brandon Deere and Kristen of Allen, TX. Great-grandchildren include Hunter and Hailey Loesch, and Trey Loesch. Nieces include Connie Hill of Houston and Cindy Kubicek and her husband, Kenny, of East Bernard, and numerous other wonderful friends and relatives.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles W. Deere in 1979; her brother, Otto J. Schulte in 2007; her loving daughter, Charlotte D. Deere in 2010; also her special friend, Leroy Arndt in 1992.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John's Lutheran Church, 520 N. Holland in Bellville, Texas 77418, or a charity of your choice.
DeLuca, Ola Donnette "Donnie" (Meier) (1974-2014)
Maiden Name: Meier, Nickname: Donnie ()
Bellville Times
Ola Donnette “Donnie†Meier DeLuca, 40, of Bellville passed away on Aug. 14, 2014.
Donnie was born in Bellville on Jan. 11, 1974 to Donald and Shirley Meier of Katy. She was raised in Katy and went to Katy High School. She worked for U.S. Post Office, Cypress, Texas, Katy ISD, and others.
Donnie was very much a loving person, devoted to her daughters, grandson and everyone she was close to. She was a true country girl who loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, four wheeling, animals, and country life in general.
Donnie is survived by Donald Meier and wife Lisa, Ashlee Evans and fiancé Chad Hirsch, Meaghan Evans, and fiancé Louis McCall and Toni DeLuca, children, Levi Hirsch, grandson, Karl Meier, brother, Holly Meier, sister, Tyler Bognar, step-brother, Roper Fojtik and Kody Angerame, nephews and Kayden Nafegar, great-nephew and other family and friends.
Donnie is preceded in death by Shirley Johnson Meier, mother, E.A.â€Buddy†Meier, grandpa, G.B. Richards, grandpa.
The memorial service will be held at 2 p.m, Sunday, Sept. 14, 2014 at American Legion Hall, Austin County Fairgrounds, Bellville, Texas.
The family wishes to thank everyone for prayers and support in this time of grief. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to www.gofundme.com/d3jgec Donnettes Girls.
Posted by Bruce White
Demoss, Charles (1776-1826)
SFA Old 300, Notable person [Veteran] Early Wars [Family] Spouse: Martha Bowles () , FG , FS
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Demoss, Peter (1796-1879)
SFA Old 300, Notable person [Veteran] Early Wars () , FG , FS
ExternalWebsite; TSHA; ; Demoss, Peter
Dempsey, Roy Dee (1928-2013)
[Veteran] Korea, PFC, US Army [Family] Father: James Milas Dempsey, Mother: Josie Adeline Mauldin, Spouse: Rosa Lee Medlin [Cemetery] Millheim Cemetery () , FG
Roy Dee Dempsey, 84 beloved husband, daddy, brother and Pawpa was called home by his Heavenly Father on April 4th, 2013.
He is greeted in Heaven by his parents James Milas Dempsey and Josie Adeline Dempsey, brothers Tommy Dempsey and Larry Dempsey.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years Rosa Lee Medelin Dempsey, son Roy Wayne Dempsey (Gina) of Castroville, Texas, daughter Belinda Johnson (Joe) of Katy, Texas, son Dennis Dempsey (Anne) of Pflugerville, Texas, 4 Grand Daughters; Autumn Deshawn Johnson Muffoletto (Jimbo) of Lumberton, Texas, Aleacia Deann Dempsey Battros (Eddie) of San Antonio, Texas, Amanda Hope Dempsey Leake (Preston), of Castroville, Texas, Hillary Kay Johnson Cook (TJ) of Austin, Texas, and Grandson, Justin Wayne Dempsey of Castroville, Texas. 10 Great Grandchildren, Blake Muffoletto; Katelyn, Tyler, Abigail and Hannah Battros; Makayla, Maddie, Macey and Riley Leake, and Keelan Cook; siblings Doris Cox, Flora Alsobrook, Helen Mitchell and James Dempsey in addition to numerous nieces and nephews.
Roy Dee Dempsey, "Pawpa", as he is known by his family was born May 3rd, 1928 in Odessa, Texas. He married his beloved Rosa Lee on May 26, 1953 in Clovis, New Mexico. Roy proudly served in the US Army and is a Korean War Veteran. Roy enjoyed a 25 year career with Bell Dairy in Lubbock Texas and a second 20 year career with AAA Coffee Company as a Route Salesman/District Manager in the East Texas Region.
A devout Christian, in younger years Roy and Rosa Lee often held weekly bible studies in their home with their friends at The Shepard's Way church. He loved the Lord. Roy is known by his loved ones for his love of life as evident by his constant smile and big hugs he gave, no matter what he was going through he was always happy, patient and peaceful.
In his younger years, he loved to take his boat to the lake, travel to Colorado and the Texas coast for fishing trips. The home he and Rosa built in Sealy, Texas included a cat fishing pond where his family and friends spent many hours gathered around fishing, telling stories and laughing. He also loved gardening and he kept many a friend and family member in vegetables throughout the years; he truly had the gift of a "green thumb". As of last summer he was still keeping a garden on the nursing home grounds in Bellville.
Roy was completely devoted to his wife Rosa Lee, "Nanny", after her Alzheimer's diagnosis, he rarely left her side at the nursing home where they both lived. He lovingly cared for his Rose making sure she was well cared for, comfortable and never lonely. Roy is a 20 year cancer survivor and a miracle in ever since of the term. He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife, children, grandchildren and many other extended family members and friends.
Derks, Timothy Wayne, Sr. (1958-2023)
[Family] Father: Everett “Malcom” Derks, Mother: Vivian ()
Beloved father, grandfather, uncle, and brother TIMOTHY WAYNE DERKS, SR., 64, of Sealy, Texas passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at his home in Bellville, TX.
He was born August 7, 1958, in Long Beach, California, the son of Everett “Malcom†and Vivian Derks. Tim grew up with many beloved aunts, uncles, grandparents, and siblings and attended schools in Banning, California before relocating to Clarkston, Washington with his mother and siblings. He learned the hard work ethic that remained within him from his time working on his family's ranch in California. After high school, he worked with his mother at “Mom's RV†as a service technician until he opened up his own businesses doing both upholstery and RV repair, which he enjoyed very much. It was while in Clarkston that he became a father, which was the great joy of his life. In December 1999, Tim moved his family to Sealy, Texas, and became the proud owner and operator of Happy Camper RV repair. He enjoyed playing pool and washers, watching movies, spending time with his children and grandchildren, and everything Disney. He was a natural teacher and loved to share the knowledge that he had gained in his lifetime with his kids and grandkids.
Tim is survived by his children- Manuel (Renee), Sherrie (Charles), Joshua (Talya), Timothy Jr. (Dawn), Marcus (Sristi), Amanda “Katie†(Brackston), and a special daughter Leilani. His grandchildren, Mikayla, Anthony, Isaiah, Cruz, Kira, Xander, Timmy III, Everett, Rozy Jo, Anya, Stone, Hadassah, and Daniel. Siblings- Rick, James, Cindy, and Kimberly, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and beloved nephew, Christopher.
Dernehl, Werner Lemager (1914-2008)
[Veteran] WW2, PVT, US Army, 44 ARM INF BN [Family] Father: Emil Martin H. Dernehl, Mother: Mary Elizabeth Dierke, Spouse: Evelyn E. Kersten [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery () , FG
Werner L. Dernehl passed away April 25, 2008 at the age of 94. He was born in Bellville to Emil M. Dernehl and Mary Dierke Dernehl. Werner was one of eight children who grew up on the family farm near Bellville. In 1936, Werner married Evelyn Earline Kersten and never remarried after her death in 1983. Werner was a truck driver for Thortonburg Gravel Company from 1933-1965 at various locations in Texas. He also served as a rifleman in the 44th Armored Infantry Battalion of the U.S. Army during World War II. From 1965-1976, Werner worked as a welder for Schindler Brothers Steel in Sealy. After his retirement, he very much enjoyed fishing and vegetable and flower gardening. Werner was preceded in death by his sister, Louise Tipp; and his six brothers, Louie, Edmond, Herbert, Martin, Wilbert and Waco. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. Monday, April 28, 2008 at Knesek Funeral Chapel on 768 Fourth Street in Sealy. On Tuesday, April 29, 2008, funeral services will begin at 2 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy. Burial will follow at Oak Knoll Cemetery in Bellville. For those desiring to make memorial contributions, please consider a donation to Trinity Lutheran Church where Werner had been a member since 1969.
Deschner, Edward R. (1938-2015)
[Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery ()
Cemetery: Oak Knoll Cemetery, General: Bellville Times Edward R. Deschner passed away on April 5, 2015 in Bellville.
Funeral services were held on April 8, 2015 at graveside, in Oak Knoll Cemetery in Bellville.
Edward was born in Mansfield, Ohio to Henry and Helen Deschner on Feb. 24, 1938.
At the age of 19 he moved to Houston where he lived and worked many different jobs until 1978.
He moved to Bellville in 1979 and went to work for Austin County in maintenance for the Austin County Courthouse. He worked and retired after 18 1/2 faithful years for the county in 1997.
Edward was preceded in death by his parents and sister Jeanette Neill.
Funeral arrangements made by: Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel Bellville, Texas.
Dewees, William Bluford (1799-1878)
SFA Old 300, Notable person [Veteran] Early Wars, Judge [Family] Father: William DeWeese, Mother: Mary "Polly" Buford, Spouse: #1 Lydia G Beeson; #2 Angelika Besch () , FG , FS
August 3, 1824, DeWees and his partner, James Cook, received title to a league of land on the Colorado River in the southern part of what is now Colorado County, about ten miles below Columbus. April 28, 1831,William Buford Dewees
Received title to a second half league on the west bank of the river at the site of the Columbus township.
ExternalWebsite; TSHA; ; https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/dewees-william-bluford
Dickinson, John (1800-1860)
SFA Old 300, Notable person [Veteran] Early Wars [Family] Spouse: Mrs. Andrews () , FS
ExternalWebsite; TSHA; ; https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/dickinson-john
Dierking, Marvin "MH" (1912-2003)
Nickname: MH [Family] Father: Fritz Dierking, Mother: Bertha Heckmann [Cemetery] Welcome New Salem Lutheran Cemetery ()
Bellville Times
Monday, July 14, 2003
Funeral services for Marvin "M.H." Dierking of Bleiblerville, Texas were held on Sunday, July 6, 2003 at 2 p.m from Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church of Welcome. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
His grandsons served as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were his granddaughters and great grandchildren.
Mr. Dierking was born October 9, 1912 in Sandy Hill, Texas to Fritz and Bertha Heckmann Dierking. He was baptized into the Christian faith at St. Matthews Lutheran Church of Sandy Hill on December 22, 1912 and confirmed at St. James Lutheran Church of New Wehdem on April 1, 1928.
On November 17, 1938, Mr. Dierking married Esther Wensel in Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church of Welcome. The Lord blessed this union with one son and four daughters.
Mr. Dierking was a member of Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church of Welcome where he served on the church council and as an usher. He served as a member of the school board of the Welcome Elementary School in Austin County, board of directors of the Federal Land Bank in Austin County, a director of the Austin County Farm Bureau, and an adult leader of the Boys 4-H Club of Welcome.
Mr. Dierking, a dedicated farmer and rancher, was recognized on a number of occasions for his improvements of the land and the crops and cattle that he raised, including Outstanding Soil Conservationist in 1952, by the Austin Washington District; Outstanding Farmer by Industry/West End Lions Club in 1980, and Outstanding Rancher-Farmer by the Austin County Soil and Water Conservation District in 1994. He continued to take care of his land and cattle until several months ago.
Marvin "M.H." Dierking of Bleiblerville, Texas passed away July 3, 2003 at the age of 90 years.
Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Marilyn Dierking of Bleiblerville, daughter and son-in-law Erline and Tim Ferguson of Angleton, daughter Dorothy Dierking of Brenham, sons-in-law Thomas Richter of Industry and Rodney Roeske of Brenham, sister Lille Mikeska of Brenham sister and brother-in-law Myrtle and George Wilms of Houston, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Tekla and Martin Wiesepape, Sr. and sister-in-law Alma Wensel of Brenham, grandchildren Todd and Janie Dierking, Rhonda and Kevin Hutcherson, Marguita and Alan Stovall, Ryan and Genna Roeske, Trent Dierking, Tawn Dierking, Steven and Lisa Ferguson and 10 great grandchildren.
Mr. Dierking was preceded in death by his wife, Esther in September 1985, daughters Faye Roeske in February 2002 and Margaret Richter in April 2003, his parents, sister and brother-in-law Helen and Waco Dernehl, brothers-in-law Edmund Mikeska and Reuben Wensel and two brothers that died in infancy.
Memorial may be given to the Welcome Lutheran Church on a charity of your choice.
Funeral services were in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel in Brenham, Texas.
Posted by Joy Neely
Diestel, Gloria Ruth "Goya" (Vicenik) (1927-2021)
Maiden Name: Vicenik, Nickname: Goya [Family] Father: Vincent Frank Vicenik, Mother: Frances Mary Urbanec, Spouse: Arthur Lee Diestel [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) () , FG
Gloria Ruth Diestel, 94, received the call she has been waiting for on November 23, 2021, and went home to join the Lord. She died peacefully in her sleep and is now reunited with her loving family who passed before her- her parents, V.F. and Frances Vicenik; her husband, Arthur Lee Diestel; and son, Derek Diestel.
She is survived by sons, Darrell Diestel and wife, Bridget, David Diestel, and Scott Diestel. She is also survived by her 6 grandchildren, Niki Foster and husband, Justin, Arthur Diestel and wife, Ashley, Stacy Soules and husband, Cory, Daniel Diestel and wife, Samantha, Travis Diestel and wife, Rachel, and Dylan Diestel; and 10 great-grandchildren, Jaxon, Fenix, and Cooper Foster, Arthur Charles Jr., Ashton, Aubrey, and Adaline Diestel, Mikal Stewart, and Dante and Daphnie Diestel. She will be greatly missed by everyone, but we are all happy she finally has her well-deserved angel wings.
Gloria was known as "Goya" to all who knew her. She was a woman of strong faith and was dedicated to her family. She enjoyed cooking, entertaining during the holidays, traveling the world, and spending time with those she loved.
Visitation will be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 600 4th Street, Sealy, Texas 77474 on Tuesday, November 30, at 10-00 AM, followed by a rosary at 10-30 AM and mass at 11-00 AM. A reception will follow the mass/gravesite service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, Goya's wishes are for donations to be made to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sealy, Texas.
Dillard, Nicholas (1790-1841)
SFA Old 300, Notable person [Veteran] Early Wars [Family] Spouse: Sarah E. () , FS
Received title to a sitio of land now in Brazoria County on August 16, 1824.
ExternalWebsite; TSHA; ; https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/dillard-nicholas
Dimick, Mable (Eilenberger) (1928-2014)
Maiden Name: Eilenberger ()
Bellville Times
Mable Dimick, born Feb. 21, 1928 in Palestine, Texas passed from this earthly life on July 3, 2014 in Bellville.
She was preceded in death by her parents Ernest and Flossie Eilenberger and by her grandson James Bailey White.
She is survived by her husband Don Dimick of Bellville and her children Cindy Gernand of Angleton, Becky (Charlie) McGuire of Sugar Land, Scott Dimick of Wichita, Kansas, and Tracey Dimick of Brookwood Community. She also leaves behind four grandchildren - Jalyn White-Wick of Sweeny, Jodi Brooks of Hong Kong, Heather Burrow of Waco and Amanda McGuire of Glasgow, Scotland. In addition she leaves to cherish her memory seven great grandchildren.
Mabel worked for many years at Dow Chemical in Freeport.
In her retirement years she became an avid quilter and loved her quilting friends.
We will all miss her sweet smile and gentle words.
A memorial service was held at the Bellville United Methodist Church on Tuesday, July 8 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions be made to The Brookwood Community in Brookshire, Texas.
Knesek Funeral Home in Bellville in charge of arrangements- www.knesekfuneralhome.com and www.facebook.com/knesekfuneralhome
Posted by Joy Neely
Dimmel, Wayne Martin (1931-2013)
() [COD] Cancer
Bellville Times
Wayne Martin Dimmel, 81 of Bellville, Texas and formerly of Cambridge, Wisconsin passed away peacefully after a two year battle with cancer at St. Joseph's Hospital in Bellville, Texas on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2013.
Wayne was born on Dec. 2, 1931 to Martin O. Dimmel and Mabel Buchholtz Dimmel in Burlington, Wis. He attended Elementary School in London, Wis. and graduated from Cambridge High School in 1950. He graduated from Electronic School after serving in the Army from 1951 to 1953. He worked for Chicago & North Western Railroad and The Bank of Cambridge for 20 years as a cashier and loan officer. He owned The Arber Dell Inn for 6 years before moving to Texas where he worked at The Wayne Hotel in Bellville. He loved bowling, golfing, snow mobiling, traveling and water skiing.
He was a Past Master of the Mason's Social Lodge 245 in Cambridge, Wisconsin and in Bellville, Texas, as well as a member of the American Legion in Bellville; and was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville for 32 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Sister Janet Cunningham, brothers-in-law Robert Cunningham, Roger McClary, and Gary Millard, in-laws Eldeen and Glenn Millard, nieces Danielle Novak and Crystalynn Meyer and step-grandson Christopher Dimmel.
He is survived his loving wife of 54 years, Shirley Dimmel, son Kevin (Linda) Dimmel of Eden Prairie, Minn., daughter Robin (Rick) Storlie of Deerfield, Wis., son Mark (Kathleen Abshier) Dimmel of Navasota, son Giandomenico (Elisabetta Pambieri) Malatesta of Fano, Italy, grandchildren Brandon Storlie of Madison, Wis., Elizabeth (Richard) Dimmel of Texas City, Hannah Dimmel of Navasota, Emanuele Malatesta, Giulia Malatesta and Alessandra Malatesta all of Fano, Italy, step-grandchildren Heidi Hart of Denver, Colo., Brandi (Joey) Cain of Oklahoma, step great-grandchildren Kate and Clay Cain of Oklahoma, in-laws, Barbara (Dan) Novak of Cobb, Wis., Greg (Sherry) Millard of Rochester, Minn. and Sheri (Jeff) Prellwitz of Ripon, Wis., as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. Wayne loved his family and friends, and he never met a stranger.
A memorial service was at St. John Lutheran Church on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2013 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Wayne's memory to The American Cancer Society, Brazos Valley Hospice, St. Joseph Hospital of Bellville or to St. John Lutheran Church.
Honorary Pallbearers were Dan Leedy, John Allee, Dan Anderson, Martin Biehle, Stan Coker, Carl Feldt, Tody Goodwin, Whit Jones, Gary Kaufman, Walter Karnes, Clyde Little, Don Lawrence, Ed Randolph, C.L. Roy, Barney Shows and Jerry McGee.
Thank you to the Bellville Hospital staff, Dr. Hill, AMA Home Health and Brazos Valley Hospice. A special Thank You to the Doctors at Methodist Hospital, his oncologist Dr. Garth A. Beinart and his staff, his daughter-in-law Kathleen Dimmel and to all his family and friends who gave Wayne and his family love and support during his illness.
Posted by Joy Neely
Dittert, Clarence Alvin (1932-2020)
[Veteran] Korea, CPL, US Army, 1953-55; Yakima, Washington [Family] Father: Alvin Dittert, Mother: Goldie Garling, Spouse: Delores Reibenstein [Cemetery] Saint John Lutheran Church Cemetery () , FG
Clarence Alvin Dittert was born on April 6, 1932 to Alvin John and Goldie (Garling) Dittert in Sealy, TX. Clarence passed away on September 24th, 2020 at the age of 88. He was baptized on May 17th, 1940 by Pastor Wolf and was confirmed by Pastor Harold Warnelke on May 2,1948 at St. John Lutheran Church Cat Spring.
He attended Cat Spring school and graduated from Sealy High School in 1951. During his school years, he played football and baseball. At times, he drove the school jeep and picked up schoolmates, either to attend school or practice.
On December 18th, 1955, Clarence married Delores Reibenstein at St. John Lutheran Church Bellville, TX. They were blessed with 5 children, Melinda Brod (Leonard), Marilyn Nelson (Travis), Marsha Tipp (Randall), Malcolm Dittert (Mary), Myron Dittert (Ilse).
He served in the Army from March 1953 to March 1955 in Yakima, Washington. He worked for the Sante Fe Railroad for 30 years. He worked for Austin County Farmers Mutual for 26 years. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church for all his life and served on the council for many years. He was a member of Cat Spring Agricultural Society since 1948 and held an office for 31 years. Member of the American Legion and Austin County Livestock Association, Texas Sportsman Association, Austin County Farm Bureau, Hermann Sons Lodge #44, and Thrivent. He was a charter member of the Cat Spring Fire Department.
Clarence loved working with his cattle and cutting hay with his Ford 7710 tractor. At the hay patch, he enjoyed an afternoon lunch with hot coffee and coffee cake. His normal work clothes were always blue jean overalls and his railroad hard hat. Clarence spent many years gardening and farming, raising cotton, watermelon, and garden vegetables. As an involved member of the butcher club, he received meat once a week on Fridays. He enjoyed dancing, he and Delores went to many Saturday night polka and waltz dances. Clarence loved playing cards such as skat, dominoes such as straight and 42. Some of his favorite pastimes were hunting, fishing and he always watched the Astros, the Texans, and many more.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Goldie Dittert; sister, Ila Mae, and brother-in-law, Everett Tomlinson; brother-in-law, Leslie, and sister-in-law, Bernice Reibenstein; brother-in-law Leroy Hillboldt, and sister-in-law, Mildred; brother-in-law, Hilton, and sister-in-law, Esther Luedecke; daughter-in-law, Lisa Dittert.
He is survived by his wife, Delores Dittert, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Grandchildren include Jason Brod (Debra), Jeramy Brod (Sarah), Julie Brod, Bradley Nelson (Regina), Brent Nelson (Melissa), Britni Kotrla (Brad), Jacob Tipp (Amy), Janie Brittain (Nathan), Milton Dittert, Mitch Dittert, Molly Dittert, Cameron Dittert. His great-grandchildren are Addy and Alana Brod, Bexley and Rinley Nelson, Kimber and Jade Nelson, Bristol and Brie Kotrla, Kaston, and Kinley Tipp, and Ryker Brittain.
He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, and respected person by all. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren were his pride and joy in life.
Pallbearers are Jason Brod, Bradley Nelson, Jeramy Brod, Brent Nelson, Jacob Tipp, Milton Dittert, Mitch Dittert, Cameron Dittert, Brad Kotrla, and Nathan Brittain.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. John Lutheran Church at 480 Ross St., Cat Spring, TX 78933 or to Cat Spring Agricultural Society at P.O. Box 96, Cat Spring, TX 78933.
Dixon, Billie (Shires) (1925-2003)
Maiden Name: Shires [Family] Father: Lawrence Edward Shires, Mother: Virgie Addison [Cemetery] Pilgrims Rest Cemetery #3 ()
Bellville Times
September 2003
A Memorial service was conducted Wednesday, September 24, 2003 at Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel in Bellville with Pastor Bill Schwertich officiating. A private interment was held at Pilgrims Rest Cemetery in Bellville, Texas.
Billie Dixon was born August 6, 1925 in Graham Oklahoma, the daughter of Lawrence Edward and Virgie Addison Shires. She spent her childhood in various parts of the United States. Her family settled in Davis, Oklahoma in 1936 where she graduated from high school. After graduation, Billie worked for the Air Force in Oklahoma. She then attended North Texas State University in Denton, Texas for one year and Oklahoma State University for two years.
On March 20, 1948, Billie was united in marriage to William J. (Bill) Dixon in Davis Oklahoma. After a year, they moved to Texas making their home in Galveston. During their married lifetime, several years were spent in Oklahoma and Louisiana, as well as Houston, following Bill's oil field engineering and construction work. Billie and Bill have made their home in Bellville since 1981.
Billie loved oil painting and quilting. She enjoyed spending time RV camping and traveling.
Billie Dixon passed away Monday, September 22, 2003 in Bryan at the age of 78.
She is survived by her husband of over 55 years Bill Dixon, daughters Pam Traylor and her husband Tommy of Bellville and Barbie Cahill and her husband Hank of San Antonio, grandchildren Lauren Card of Katy and Hope and Daniel Cahill of San Antonio and sister Bernice Hiller of Willows, California. She was preceded in death by her parents.
In lieu of usual remembrances, friends who wish may make memorial gifts to the O'Bryant Primary School Library, 413 South Tesch, Bellville, Texas 77418.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Schmidt Funeral Home, Bellville, Texas.
Posted by Joy Neely
Donaho, Gertrude (Braesicke; Brown) (1898-1969)
Maiden Name: Braesicke; Brown [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery (D)
Funeral Services for Mrs. Gertrude Braesicke Donaho, 71 of Houston, were held from the Chapel of the Pete E. Etlinger Funeral Home in Bellville Wednesday afternoon, June 10.
Burial was in the Sealy Cemetery, with Rev. Wm. Feller of Cat Spring officiating.
Mrs. Donaho passed away in Herman Hospital in Houston at 7-00 p.m. June 8.
Born December 17, 1898, in Cat Spring she was reared in the Cat Spring area and attended school there. She also lived in Bellville for 4 years before moving to Houston 1940. She was a seamstress and P.B.X. operator.
Survivors include one son, Earl Lee Brown of Houston; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Nola Braesicke of Houston; and two grandchildren, Richard Earl Brown and Debra Ann Brown, both of Houston.
Pallbearers were Richard Brown, Lester Hillboldt, Homer Wittenburg, Henry Hillboldt. Eugene Rudloff and Thomas H. Gatlin.
Posted by Verna McDowell
Donnelly, Ethel Leona "Gram" (Leazer) (1919-2018)
Maiden Name: Leazer, Nickname: Gram [Family] Father: Edward William Leazer, Mother: Leona Mattie Johnson, Spouse: James Ray Donnelly Sr [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
The Sealy News, January 2, 2019-
Ethel Leazer Donnelly, age 99, better known as "Gram," passed away on Saturday, December 29, 2018, at Colonial Belle Nursing Home in Sealy, Texas. She was born September 5, 1919 to parents Edward Wm. and Leona Johnson Leazer in Old Moulton, Texas, being one of nine children. She attended school at Baursville in Lavaca County.
For several years, Ethel worked as a hand-stamper at Tex-Tan Leather Company in Yoakum, Texas. It was during this time that she met her husband, James Donnelly. They were married on November 27, 1947 in Sweet Home, Texas where they lived until 1951 when they moved to Sealy. Shortly after moving, they purchased Mr. George Wittenburg's leather shop in downtown Sealy which became known as Sealy Leather Goods. She worked alongside her husband for many years hand stamping belts and repairing various leather items. Ethel also spent time working at the Western Auto Store in Sealy. Ethel was the mother of three children and devoted to her family. She showed affection by cooking meals for those she loved and her extravagant Sunday dinners were always cherished by her children and grandchildren. She was also a talented seamstress, having sewn for herself and many family members. Ethel was always willing to give a helping hand to those in need.
Ethel enjoyed sports and was an avid golfer and bowler. Her greatest joy came from the years spent playing golf with her friends at the Stephen F. Austin Golf Course. Some notable accomplishments were achieving a "hole-in-one" and being the Ladies Club Champion for many years. When she became unable to swing a golf club, she enjoyed playing cards on Thursdays with her dear friends at the clubhouse. In September of 2014, she became a resident of Colonial Belle in Sealy, where she watched golf on TV and played cards with lady residents.
Ethel was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Sealy. She was baptized on March 26, 1944 at Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church in Yoakum, Texas. She was later confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy on August 16, 1957 by Rev. O. C. Schreiner.
Ethel was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Stephen F. Austin Golf Association, SFA Ladies Golf Association, and the Sealy American Legion Ladies Auxiliary for over 60 years. She was a past member of the Sealy Women's Bowling Association and the Sealy Volunteer Firemen's Ladies Auxiliary.
Ethel is survived by her daughter, Joyce Tomlinson Amthor of Sealy; son, David Hauschild and wife, Carol Jean, of Sealy; and son, Jim Donnelly and wife, Susan, of La Grange. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Raymond Charles Tomlinson and wife, Terri, of Sealy, James Neal Tomlinson and wife, Arlene, of Sealy, Wayne Allen Tomlinson and wife, Lea Ann, of Cypress, Kimberly Kornegay and husband, Doyle, of Sealy, and J. Elliott Donnelly and wife, Jacqualyn, of Houston; and great-grandchildren, Kyle and wife, Erika Tomlinson, Kaitlin Tomlinson, Zachary Tomlinson and wife, Kate, Renae Tomlinson, Natalie Tomlinson, Lauren Thielemann, Luke Thielemann, Pence Donnelly, Meagen McQuiston, Casey McQuiston, and Preston Pope; and great-great-grandchildren, Cash Tomlinson and Easton Tomlinson. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, James Donnelly; her granddaughter, Renae Tomlinson; and sons-in-law, Ralph Tomlinson and Kirby Amthor; and her three brothers, and five sisters.
Pallbearers are Raymond Charles Tomlinson, James Neal Tomlinson, Wayne Allen Tomlinson, J. Elliott Donnelly, Doyle Kornegay, Kyle Tomlinson, Zachary Tomlinson, and Luke Thielemann.
Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church Building Fund, or The American Cancer Society, or Gardenia Janssen Animal Shelter, 240 Svoboda Lane, La Grange, TX 78945, or the charity of your choice.
Funeral arrangements under the directions of Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel located at 768 Fourth St., Sealy, TX 77474, 979-885-3535. www.knesekfuneralhome.com.
Dorsey, Thomas J. (-)
[Veteran] WW2, US Army, 1943-46; Infantry Europe,Pacific ()
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Drake, Joyce (Yeats) (1947-2021)
Maiden Name: Yeats [Family] Father: Billy Roberts Yeats, Mother: Louie Evelyn Brown, Spouse: Clyde Drake, Children: Billie Grace Yeats Parnell [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Joyce Drake, 74, of Sealy, Texas, passed from this life Thursday, August 5, 2021, at her home. She was born February 23, 1947 in Pasadena, Texas, the daughter of Billy Roberts and Louie Evelyn Brown Yeats. Joyce grew up in various places in Texas, graduating from Kirbyville High School. Joyce was united in marriage to Clyde Drake, on July 2, 1966 in Kirbyville, Texas. She and Clyde have made their home in Sealy from 1976 to 1984 and most recently for the past 17 years. Joyce loved being a Pastor's wife and her joy was meeting new people, playing the piano, and singing.
Joyce is survived by her husband, Judge Clyde Drake of Sealy; children, Lynn Drake and his wife, Connie, of Sealy, Kari Drake Smart and her husband, Michael, of Center Point, Brad Drake and his wife, Meredith, of Alvin, and Derek Drake and his wife, Melissa, of Cypress; grandchildren, Brandon Drake and his wife, Audrey, Danielle Drake, Sara Leschper, Lauren Caldwell and her husband, Justin Cappicato, Kellie Smart, Taylor Drake, Jackson Drake, Caleb Drake, Camden Drake, Carson Drake, Ty Drake, Erika Drake, Montana Hannon, and Tarryn Drake; ten great-grandchildren; sister, Kathryn (Candy) Drake of Fred, TX; and numerous other relatives and dear friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Billie Grace Parnell.
Visitation will be held Thursday, August 12, 2021, from 9-00 a.m. - 11-00 a.m. at Christian City Fellowship Church in Sealy. A funeral service will follow at 11-00 a.m. with Pastor Anne Griffin and Pastor Rusty Griffin officiating. Pallbearers are Lynn Drake, Brad Drake, Derek Drake, Mike Smart, Brandon Drake, Ty Drake, Jackson Drake, and Alan Drake. Interment will be in the Sealy Cemetery.
Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to the Sole Mission, 16140 FM1485, Conroe, Texas 77306, www.solemission.org; or to Mike and Chandra Noviskie, Missionaries in South Africa, c/o Christian City Fellowship Church, PO Box 637, Sealy, Texas 77474.
Arrangements under the direction of Schmidt Funeral Home, PO Box 610, 12029 Hwy. 36 South, Bellville, Texas 77418. (979) 865-2424, www.schmidtfunerals. com.
Drane, Jody Ann (Gamble) (1949-2003)
Maiden Name: Gamble [Family] Father: Joe Gamble, Mother: Evelyn McFarland ()
Bellville Times
Jody Ann Drane, 54, of Brenham, died Dec. 20, 2003, in Trinity Medical Center in Brenham.
Mrs. Drane was born Jan. 7, 1949 in Houston to Joe and Evelyn McFarland Gamble.
She attended Sam Houston State University.
On Sept. 4, 1969, she was married to Clifford Conway Drane, Sr. in Houston. Mrs. Drane was a former member of the Rainbow Girls and was a receptionist for Dr. Hal Anderson.
Survivors include her husband, Clifford Conway Drane, Sr. of Brenham; son and daughter-in-law, Clifford Conway Jr. and Julie Drane of Katy; daughter, Kelly Maeri Drane of Austin; granddaughters, Abigail Marie Drane and Ava Elizabeth Drane; and numerous aunts, cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and grandparents, Tobe D. and Hatie Maeri McFarland.
The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23 in Memorial Oaks Chapel with Dr. Wesley Wellborn officiating.
The family will received relatives from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday in Memorial Oaks Chapel.
Honorary pallbearers will be fellow employees of Dr. Hal Anderson.
Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association or to First United Methodist Church in Brenham.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 W. Main St., in Brenham.
Posted by Joy Neely
Drescher, Lawrence (1897-1942)
[Veteran] WW1, PVT, US Army, 5 AMB CO 3 DIV [Family] Father: Emil Drescher, Mother: Margaret Duvelmeyer [Cemetery] Pilgrims Rest Cemetery #01 () , FG
OBITUARY FROM THE BELLVILLE TIMES-
World War Veteran Dies While Working On Santa Fe At Kenney
Lawrence Drescher, aged 44, died of heart failure at Kenney on the morning of July 4 while working with a construction crew for the Santa Fe there. He was a cook's helper on the job.
Mr. Drescher made his home with a sister, Mrs. J. H. Parker of Houston.
Surviving him are two sisters, Mrs. Parker and Mrs. Clara Stautberg, also of Houston, and two brothers, Ed Drescher of Caldwell and Charley Drescher of La Grange.
Services were held at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7, at Pilgrim's Rest cemetery, where interment was made. Rev. W. H. Dunlap, pastor of the First Methodist church here, officiated.
Mr. Drescher was a veteran of the first World war and pallbearers, all members of Bellville American Legion Post No. 115 were A. H. Simon, anton Dittert, Lee Eldridge, Gus Riniker, Joe A. Peschke, and H. M. Brouillette.
Druschke, Joy (Parish) (1936-2023)
Maiden Name: Parish [Family] Father: Marvin Parish, Mother: Gnell Williams, Spouse: Terry Druschke [Cemetery] Saint James Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery ()
Joy (Parish) Druschke, 86, passed away February 08, 2023 in Brenham, Texas.
Visitation will be Friday, February 10, 2023 7-00 am to 7-00 pm at Memorial Oaks Chapel, Brenham.
Funeral Services are Saturday, February 11, 2023, at 1-00 pm at St. James Lutheran Church, New Wehdem. Family will be present at noon for visitation.
Joy was born on April 12, 1936 in Waco, to Marvin Eugene and Gnell Williams Parish.
She was baptized in Riesel Baptist Church in Riesel, Texas. A 1954 graduate of Seminole High School, she was a member of Sons of Hermann #6, The Woodmen of the World.
On June 24, 1961 she was married to Terry Druschke in Pasadena.
Joy was employed as an escrow secretary by San Jacinto Title Co. in Pasadena, Stewart Title Co. and Alamo Title Co., both in San Antonio.
Reading, watching movies, and listening to music were her favorite past times. She enjoyed taking care of her indoor plants and visiting her friends in San Antonio.
Survivors include her husband Terry Druschke; brother, Boyd Allen Parish and wife Denise; niece, Ange Payne and husband Mike; nephew, Stephen Parish and wife Kristin, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her parents, Marvin Eugene Parish and Gnell Parish; brother, Gene Earl Parish, Marshall Lee Parish, Gary Don Parish and Jerry Dan Parish and Son, Jimmy Lee Druschke.
Serving as pall bearers are Ralph Tiemann, Robert Winklemann, Stephen Parish, Russell Kohring, Pat Mabry, and Jake Schaper.
Memorials may be directed to St, James Lutheran Church of New Wehdem.
Funeral arrangements for Joy Druschke are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 W. Main St., Brenham. To post a tribute to the family, visit www.memorial oaks chapel.com
Dubois, Stephanie Rene (1975-2024)
[Family] Father: David DuBois, Mother: Sherry Moffatt ()
Stephanie Rene DuBois of Pflugerville, TX, arrived at her final destination on July 28, 2024. She was 48 years old.
Stephanie was born on August 10, 1975, in San Antonio, TX. Nomadic in nature, Stephanie never stayed in one place for too long. She's called so many places home: San Antonio, Houston, Austin, North Richland Hills, Dime Box, College Station, Jackson, MS, Alief, Katy, Cypress, Pflugerville...but her one true home has always been the Austin area.
It was Stephanie's love of animals that drove EVERYTHING she did. When she took over her mother's grooming and pet-sitting business, it was as if she found her calling. She loved each of her clients' pets as if they were her own - and that's saying A LOT, because few love their pets the way that Stephanie did. Stephanie took it hard when she lost her River a few years ago. We can take comfort that River was surely the first to greet Stephanie as her journey on earth ended.
Stephanie is survived by her father David DuBois (and wife Kathy), mother Sherry Moffatt (and husband Jim), brother Russell (and wife Lara), nephew Logan DuBois, and niece Lilith DuBois.
The family would like to give thanks and acknowledge Stephanie's network of friends. You walked with Stephanie during her final journey and carried her (literally AND metaphorically) when she was struggling. Thank you, Leah, Brian, Kristy, Jessica, Allen, Shawna, Rhiannon and everyone else that lifted Stephanie up in her final days. Special thanks to cousin Rob Tindle for handling a lot of the logistics and transport duties, not to mention providing a fur-ever home to Hazel and Deva.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like you to consider donating to Austin's Christopher House. They provided a superb level of care to Stephanie in her final days. https://www.hospiceaustin.org/get-involved/donate/
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/stephanie-dubois
Dubose, Stacy (Cleveland) (1881-1962)
Maiden Name: Cleveland [Family] Father: Eras Cleveland, Mother: Mary, Spouse: Callie Dubose [Cemetery] Kenney Cemetery (Unmarked grave) , FG
Mrs. Stacy Dubose
Passed into Eternal Rest
Monday, August 13, 1962
Kenney, Texas
There was born to Mr. & Mrs. Eras Cleveland, on July 4th, 1881, in Austin County, a baby girl, who was named Stacy. She was one of four children, and grew up with her family in the Rocky Community.
In 1911 she was united in Holy Wedlock to Mr. Callie Dubose. Forty-six years ago, Sister Dubose confessed religion and joined the Rocky Church. Later, she placed her membership with the St. John Baptist Church of Bellville, Texas, where she remained until her passing.
Following a lengthy illness, death came quietly to Sister Dubose at 4-20 P. M., on Monday, August 13, 1962, at her home in Kenney, Texas.
She leaves to mourn her going, her husband, Mr. Callie Dubose, of Kenney, Texas; one daughter, Mrs. Lola Washington, also of Kenney, Texas; one step-son, Mr. LeRoy Watkins of Lyons, Texas; five grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; four nieces; a host of other relatives, and many sorrowing friends.
Funeral Service- Saturday, August 18, 1962, 2-00 p.m. Jackson Chapel A.M.E., Rev. James Humphrey, Pastor.
Pallbearers- Mr. Booker T. Washington, Mr. John Henry Washington, Mr. Matthew Washington, Mr. Ennis Stokes, Mr. LeArtis Twiggs, and Mr. J. D. Kessee.
Interment- Kenney Cemetery, Kenney, Texas, Diggs Funeral Home, Directors.
Posted by Silvia Adkins
Duell, Regina C. (Yost) (1952-2023)
Maiden Name: Yost ()
Regina C. Duell, 70, formerly of McKean, Pa. died on Monday, January 16, 2023, at Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, in Katy, Texas.
She was born February 25, 1952, in McKean, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Orval L. Yost and Violet Yost.
Regina(Gina) was raised and educated in McKean, Pa, graduating from General McLane High School in 1970. She married Gerald (Gary) Duell on July 15, 1972.
She became a certified surgical technician in the early eighties. She had a wonderful and rewarding career for twenty-five years. After her early retirement, she was able to garden, cook and spend more time with her family. She was a member of the Bread of Life church from 1981 until 2001. Regina loved to host parties and cook for her family and friends, garden, sew, and reading the bible. Regina had a heart for the homeless and telling people about the Lord. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by Orval Yost, Randy Yost, and Brenda Yost. She is survived by her husband Gerald (Gary) L. Duell of Katy, Texas, her daughter Tara Michelle Bailey of Spring, Texas, her daughter Amy L Duell of Katy, Texas, and son Ryan M. Duell of Newington, Connecticut, and her two grandchildren, Emma and Benjamin Duell of Newington, Connecticut. Also surviving is Cherie Yost, Roger and Debbie and Yost, Karen Leehan, Jimmy Yost, and a lot of nieces, nephews, And great nieces and nephews.
Funeral arrangements are private. The memorial will be announced at a later date.
Dujka, Emilie Henrietta (Schovajsa) (1911-1999)
Maiden Name: Schovajsa [Cemetery] Krasna Cemetery () , FG
Herald Coaster, August 15, 1999-
Funeral services for Emilie H. Dujka, 87, of Wallis, Texas, will be held on Monday, Aug. 16, 1999, at 11 a.m. from the Knesek & Sons Funeral Home in Wallis, with Rev. Henry Beseda officiating. Interment at Krasna Cemetery in Wallis. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 15, 1999, at the Knesek & Sons Funeral Home.
She was born Emilie Henrietta Schovajsa on Oct. 13, 1911 in the Michna School community near Shiner, Texas, to parents Frank and Rosalie (Tichavsky) Schovajsa, natives of Czechoslovakia and Hackberry, Lavaca County, Texas, respectively.
She was raised on a farm and attended school at the Michna School and then Shiner High School, where she graduated valedictorian of her class in 1930. She attended Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos on a scholarship and received a temporary teaching certificate.
She taught six years in the Michna School. Later in Fort Bend County, Needville, Guy, and lastly at Beasley, totaling 13 years of teaching. Every summer she attended summer school at the University of Texas in Austin, and in August 1939 she received a bachelor of arts degree.
She was an active member of the Brethren Church in Shiner, and was a member of the Rosenberg Brethren Church since she arrived in Fort Bend County. On Aug. 22, 1945, she married Mr. Adolph Dujka. They settled on a farm in the Orchard-Tavener community where they lived all their married life. Adolph Dujka died on Feb. 16, 1992 after 46 years of marriage. Emilie Dujka died Friday, Aug. 13, 1999 in Wharton, Texas.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Paul Coppinger of Plano; son, Jay Paul Dujka of Richmond; son and daughter-in-law, David and Liz Dujka of Bay City; granddaughter, Kelli Miller and husband, Mike Miller of Bay City; grandsons, Paul Coppinger Jr. and Douglas A. Coppinger of Plano; great-grandchildren, Madison Dujka and Morgan Miller of Bay City; sister, Rosie Wentrcek of Rogers; sister-in-law, Emma Schovajsa of Shiner; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Rosalie Schovajsa; brothers, infants Charles and Jerry Schovajsa; sisters, Louis Hruska, Vlasta Schovajsa, and Annie Schovajsa; and brother, Frank L. Schovajsa.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Krasna Cemetery Association in Wallis.
Funeral services will be held under the direction of Knesek & Sons Funeral Home, 122 N. FM 1093, Wallis, Texas 77485. (409) 478-6311.
Dyer, Sharon Kay (Richards) (1944-2024)
Maiden Name: Richards [Family] Father: O.C. Richards, Mother: Delores Lorraine Hester, Spouse: Noel Ray Dyer ()
It is with great sadness that the family of Sharon Kay Dyer, 80, of Wallis, Texas announces her passing on November 27, 2024. Sharon was born in San Angelo, Texas to O.C. Richards and Delores Lorraine Hester. She spent her childhood in San Angelo and later moved to Abilene. During her school years, she excelled in softball in both mixed and women’s leagues. Her best position was shortstop.
Sharon married Noel Ray Dyer in 1961, and they enjoyed 47 years of marriage until his passing in 2008. Sharon worked at Sears and Armstrong Repair until retirement. She and Noel had two children, Lauri Jean and Johnny Ray. Sharon always felt that the best thing in her life was being a wife, parent, and great-grandparent. Her family always came first.
Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Noel R Dyer; grandparents Vernon and Katherine Hulling; and brother, Justin Ray Richards. She is survived by her daughter Lauri Jean Patterson and son Johnny Ray Dyer, both of Wallis; granddaughter Jordan Patterson of Sealy; grandsons Seth and Jake Clements of Wallis; and great-grandchildren Mason Sosa, Khloe Lopez, and Kamilla Lopez.
A Funeral Service is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on December 3, 2024, at Knesek Funeral Home, 122 N. First Street, Wallis, Texas. Interment will be on December 4, 202,4 in Buffalo Gap, Texas where Sharon will be laid to rest with her husband.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/sharon-dyer
Dziadek, Leopold, Jr. "Leo" (1933-2010)
Nickname: Leo [Veteran] Korea, PFC, US Army, 1953-55, 752 Division [Family] Father: Leopold Dziadek, Mother: Vlasta Margaret Balcar, Spouse: Loretta Koy [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery (B) , FG
Funeral services for LEO DZIADEK, JR., 76, of Sealy, will be held Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010 at 3-00 PM from Knesek Bros. Hwy 36 Chapel, 1140 Meyer St., Sealy, Texas 77474 with Rev. David Vandercook officiating. Retired from Reynolds Aluminum after 42 years of service. Wife, Loretta Dziadek, daughters, Alice Strohm and Lisa Corbin and son, Russell Dziadek and other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 5pm until 7pm, Friday, Jan.8, 2010, Knesek Bros. Hwy 36 Chapel. Interment will be in the Sealy Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society , P.O. Box 501, Bellville, Texas 77418, First Texas Home Health, 324 Meyer St., Sealy, Texas 77474 or Charity of Choice.
Published in Houston Chronicle on January 7, 2010
Dziadek, Loretta (Koy) (1937-2024)
Maiden Name: Koy [Family] Father: Woodrow Koy, Mother: Hilda, Spouse: Leopold Dziadek Jr, Children: Alice Strohm, Russell Dziadek [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Loretta Koy Dziadek sadly passed away on March 27, 2024. She was a wonderful mother and loving grandmother who was always there when we needed her. Loretta was born to the parents of Hilda and Woodrow Koy. She was Baptized in 1937 and Confirmed in 1952 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy, Texas, graduated from Sealy High School in 1956, and attended business school in Houston. After a brief career working in downtown Houston, Loretta began her lifelong career as a wife, mother, and grandmother.
Loretta married Leo Dziadek Jr. on December 30, 1961, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy, Texas. Loretta and Leo then relocated to the Corpus Christi area and bought a house in Taft, Texas. In 1972 Leo, Loretta, and 2 children, Alice and Russell, moved to Sealy to their forever home. Shortly thereafter Loretta's third child, Lisa, was born.
Over the years, Loretta was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Trinity Lutheran Ladies Aid, and Sealy AARP. She was an avid reader and enjoyed baking desserts, watching sports, and spending time with her family and friends.
Loretta is survived by her children, Alice Strohm of Katy, Russell Dziadek and wife Sheri of Sealy, Lisa Corbin and husband Si of Cave Springs, Arkansas, brother Larry Koy and wife Barbara Koy of Sealy, sister-in-laws Mildren Borden of Katy and Dorothy Dziadek of Houston, grandchildren Mikaylee, Hannah, and Sydnee Strohm, Courtney, Lindsey, and Mason Dziadek, Emily and Drew Corbin.
Preceded in death by husband, Leo Dziadek, and parents Woodrow and Hilda Koy.
Funeral services for Loretta Koy Dziadek, 86, will be held on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Trinity Lutheran Church located at 402 Atchison Street in Sealy at 2-00 pm with Rev. Ken Bersche officiating. Interment following in the Sealy Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 6 from 2-00-4-00 at Knesek Funeral Home located at 768 4th Street in Sealy.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be given to Trinity Lutheran Church of Sealy, Texas.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/loretta
Dzierzanowski, Anton Raymond (1920-2003)
[Veteran] WW2, PFC, US Army, 2 yrs, 81st Wild Cat Div. I. N. F. Philippines-Japan [Family] Father: Marion Dzierzanowski, Mother: Kathrine Michalek, Spouse: Willie Mae Machala [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) () , FG
Bellville Times
August 2003
Funeral services for Anton Dzierzanowski, 83, of Sealy, Texas were held Monday, August 4, 2003 at 10 a.m. from Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sealy with Rev. Octavio Muguerza celebrating the Funeral Mass and Rite of Committal. Interment was at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery in Sealy.
Pallbearers serving were Edmond Novicke, Louis Dzierzanowski, Frank Dzierzanowski, Ron Machala, Steve Jankowski and Harry Janicki, Jr..
Honorary pallbearers were Keith Dzierzanowski, Todd Ashorn, Troy Ashorn, Albert Sustala, Charles Lummus, Jack Bolten and Leo Vzidak.
Born in Rosenberg, Texas, Anton Raymond Dzierzanowski was the son of Marion and Kathrine (Michalek) Dzierzanowski. He was raised in Rosenberg and attended Holy Rosary Catholic School and Cottonwood Public School in Rosenberg.
Mr. Dzierzanowski owned and operated a house painting business and also worked for WKM for 15 years. On June 26, 1939, Mr. Anton Dzierzanowski and the former Miss Willie Mae Machala were married with ceremony held in Sealy at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.
Anton loved to go fishing, played fiddle for Sealy Playboy's Band and was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, a third degree member of Sealy Knights of Columbus, and KJT of Sealy.
Anton Raymond Dzierzanowski died Friday, August 1, 2003 in Sealy Texas. His survivors are wife Willie Mae Dzierzanowski of Sealy, daughter Patricia Ann Ashorn and husband Terry of Sealy, son James Dzierzanowski and wife Luwayne of Cat Spring, sister Pauline Surovcak of Sealy, grandchildren Keith Dzierzanowski and wife Holly, Todd Ashorn and wife Angela, Troy Ashorn and wife Stacy, Tracy Dees and husband roger and Tiffany Hejl and great grandchildren Amylyn and Garrett Dizerzanowski, Draven Hejl, Brayden Ashorn and patricia Ashorn.
Preceded in death by his parents Marion and Katherine Dzierzan-owski, sisters Rosie Janicki, Josephine Machala, brothers Tom, Lee and John Dzierzanowski.
Funeral arrangements under the direction of Knesek Family Funeral Chapels, Sealy, Texas.
Posted by Joy Neely
Dzierzanowski, Willie Mae (Machala) (1921-2016)
Maiden Name: Machala [Family] Spouse: Anton Raymond Dzierzanowski [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) () , FG
Funeral services for Willie Mae Dzierzanowski, 95, of Sealy will be held at 10-00 am on Wednesday, November 16, 2016 from the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sealy with Rev. Eric Pitre celebrating the funeral mass and rite of committal. Pallbearers for the service are Ralph Fisher, Keith Dzierzanowski, Roger Dees, Troy Ashorn, Todd Ashorn and Mark Emshoff. Interment in the Immaculate conception Cemetery in Sealy.
The former Miss Willie Mae Machala was born to parents Alois and Anna Pavlicek Machala in Mixville. She was raised in the Mixville Community and attended school at the Immaculate Conception Catholic School in Sealy. On June 26, 1939, she married Anton Dzierzanowski at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sealy where she was a member of the Altar Society. Mrs. Dzierzanowski was a homemaker and also a member of the Sealy K.J.Z.T. Society. She died Saturday, November 12, 2016 in Sealy.
Survivors include her daughter, Patricia Ann Ashorn and husband Terry of Sealy, son, James Dzierzanowski and wife Luwayne of Cat Spring, grandchildren, Keith Dzierzanowski and wife Holly, Todd Ashorn and wife Angela, Troy Ashorn and wife Cristina, Tracy Dees and husband Roger and Tiffany Emshoff and husband Mark, great-grandchildren, Amylyn Fritz, Garrett Dzierzanowski, Draven Ashorn Hejl, Brayden, Patricia and Trace Ashorn, Lane Emshoff, Cullen and Peyton Dees, Alexa, Griffin and Hope Dzierzanowski, great-great-grandchild, Quade Fritz, step great-grandchildren, Allie and Alex Rosenbaum.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Alois and Anna Machala, husband, Anton Dzierzanowski, sisters, Annie Brandt, Emily Prokop and Frances Surovcak, brothers, Charles, Frank and Henry Machala.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sealy or to Colonial Belle Nursing Home in Sealy.
Funeral services were held under the direction of Knesek Funeral Home in Sealy. www.knesekfuneralhome.com.
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