Earthman, Diane Denise "Lady D" (Houston; Cooper) (1965-2015)
Maiden Name: Houston; Cooper, Nickname: Lady D [Cemetery] Buckhorn Cemetery ()
Bellville Times
Diane Denise Houston was born on August 28, 1965 in Hempstead, Waller County, Texas to Alberta Houston and the late Raymond Benjamin. She was the first of four children.
Diane grew up in Buckhorn Community, Bellville, Texas. She attended public school in the Bellville Independent School District, Bellville, Texas. She graduated from the Bellville High School in 1984.
On January 27, 1987, Diane married Reverend Johnnie Cooper, Jr. To this union, three children were born, Allan Michael, Dontea, Albany Cooper and Reverend Cooper raised T.J. as his own.
Diane accepted Christ at an early age. She became a member of Jackson Chapel AME Church, Kenney, Texas, later in life; she became a member of New Prairie View Baptist Church, San Felipe, Texas, Rocky Chapel Baptist Church, Weimer, Texas and Historic Allen African Methodist Episcopal Church, Bellville, Texas.
“Lady Dâ€, as she was called, married Don Earthman on May 8, 2010, no children were born to this union.
“Lady D†worked several years for the Bellville Independent School District, at the Spicer Campus. She took pride in her job and she would find something good in every child. She did Home Health Care and worked at Briarwood Manor Nursing Home, Bellville, Texas.
“Lady D†had a smile that would light up a room, even when she didn't feel well she would tell “you†“its okay, I feel alright, everything is wonderful.â€
She is preceded in death by one son, Charles Dontae Cooper; her grandparents, Mr. Tommie Houston, Sr. and Mrs. Sadie Houston; stepfather, Wilbert Kesee, Sr. who raised her.
She is survived by her husband, Don Earthman; sons, Terrance (T.J.) (Kerri) Houston, Monville, Texas and Allan Michael (Kendall) Cooper, Waller, Texas; daughter Albany Cooper, Bellville, Texas; mother, Ms. Alberta Broussard, Bellville, Texas; sisters. Miss Nina Kesee, Bellville, Texas and Ms. Gail Kesee Smith, Brenham, Texas; brothers, Robert J. Kesee (Charlene) Houston, Texas, Wilbert Kesee, Jr., Bellville, Texas; aunts, Ms. Mildred Turner, Miss Sandra Houston, Atlanta, Georgia, Mrs. Robbie Lee Moore, Patricia Harris and Carolyn Kesee, Houston, Texas; Houston, Texas; uncles, Mr. Willie Houston (Sue), Bellville, Texas, Mr. Wayne Houston, Houston, Texas, Mr. Charles Houston, Bellville, Texas, Mr. Tommie Houston, Jr. (Joyce), Dallas, Texas and Mr. Robert Houston (Christy), Bellville, Texas and Reverend Floyd Kesee, Sr., Kenney, Texas; five grandchildren, Isaiah, Makayla, Dontae, Jordyn and Sariah, whom she loved dearly; special friend, Everlene Green Harris and a host of nieces and nephews, cousins, friends and others who loved her.
Posted by Joy Neely
Eastman, Arlys Mae (Bandimere) (1933-2023)
Maiden Name: Bandimere [Family] Father: Lester Bandimere, Mother: Elenor Kloos ()
Arlys Mae (Bandimere) Eastman, 89, of Sealy, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, in Katy, Texas.
Arlys was born August 5, 1933, in St. Cloud, Minnesota, to Lester and Elenor (Kloos) Bandimere. She grew up in Minnesota before moving to California at 17. Arlys lived in Whittier, moved to Ontario in 1978, then to Apple Valley in 1989 before making her home in Texas in 2004. In July of 1952, she was united in marriage with Raymond G. Eastman in Whittier, California. A homemaker, Arlys was a caring wife, mother, and step-grandmother. She treasured every moment she spent with her family. Arlys was a member of the Cancer Angels and the Red Hat Society. In her spare time, Arlys enjoyed playing cards with ladies in Sealy and Bellville.
She is survived by her daughter- Sherril Carrig and husband, Ed, of San Felipe; son- Ted Eastman and wife, Janet, Apple Valley, CA; step-grandchildren- Laura and Jason; sister- Vonna Brook of Camrillo, CA; and sister-in-law- Annie Bandimere of North San Juan, CA.
Arlys was preceded in death by her husband- Raymond Eastman; parents- Lester and Elenor Bandimere; and brothers- Les and Keith Bandimere.
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Eben, Viola (Huebner) (1922-2014)
Maiden Name: Huebner [Cemetery] Welcome New Salem Lutheran Cemetery ()
Bellville Times
Funeral services for Viola Eben, 92, of Industry, were scheduled for 1 p.m., Monday, Sept. 8, 2014 at Welcome Lutheran Church, with Pastor John Sutton officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held from 6-8 p.m. Sunday evening at Memorial Oaks Chapel.
Mrs. Eben passed away Sept. 5, 2014 at Scott and White Hospital in Brenham.
Viola Eben was born May 29, 1922 in Welcome to Ben W. and Selma Wensel Huebner. She was baptized and confirmed at Welcome Lutheran Church, where she was married to Ben Eben on March 28, 1940. Mrs. Eben was a lifelong member of Welcome Lutheran Church. She was employed as a nurses' aide until her retirement.
Survivors include sons Lawrence Eben of Industry, Winfred Eben and wife Ada of Cat Spring, and Edward Eben of Industry; grandchildren Jennifer Eben, John Eben, and Sarah Eben, and a sister, Shirley Klaus. She was preceded in death by her mother, Selma Wensel Huebner, father, Ben W. Huebner and stepmother, Paula Bernshausen Huebner, her husband, Ben Eben; grandson, Kevin Eben, daughter-in-law, Mae Dell Eben, and a sister, Darlene Canik.
Serving as pallbearers wereLeonard Wittneben, Kirby Klump, Bobby Reichle, Clemons Faist, Paul Faist, and Billy Schmidt.
Memorials may be directed to Welcome Lutheran Church of Welcome Building Fund.
Funeral arrangements for Viola Eben are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 W. Main, Brenham. To post a tribute to the family, visit www.memorialoakschapel.com.
Posted by Bruce White
Eder, Lidge Michael (1926-2023)
[Veteran] WW2, US Army, US Army Asiatic--Pacific [Family] Father: Michael Eder, Mother: Catherine Haczynski [Cemetery] Guardian Angel Cemetery ()
Lidge M. Eder, 96, of Wallis, Texas was welcomed by his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, March 30, 2023. He was born April 3, 1926 to Michael Eder and Catherine Haczynski Eder of Wallis, Texas. He attended Guardian Angel Catholic School in Wallis. His childhood in Wallis instilled a life long passion for deer and duck hunting, fishing, raising cattle and gardening. He didn't care if his deer had a big rack as long as it was legal. His countless racks are proudly displayed throughout his home and barn.
He was well known for his sense of humor and his countless stories of WWII where he served as a medic and more. He was very proud of every family member who served and stood tall for each and every one. After the war he took an agricultural schooling course. He devoted his time and love for his dog, Bingo and his cattle.
Lidge was a bachelor all his life. He devoted 35 years working at WKM (Cooper Industries) in Large Gate Valve Division from February 27, 1956 - May 1, 1991. During his tenure, Lidge and his fellow co-workers built the first Alaska Pipeline Valve, receiving recognition for the quality of his work.
Lidge was an active and devoted member of the American Legion Post 200 and the Knights of Columbus, Wallis Texas.
Lidge leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews and many other loving family members.
He was preceded in death by his parents Michael Eder and Catherine Haczynski Eder of Wallis, brothers August Eder of San Antonio, Marion Eder of Needville, John Eder, Edward Eder, Victor Eder, Stash Eder and sister Helen Eder, all of Wallis.
Pallbearers are- Michael Eder, Larry Eder, Victor Eder, John Eder, Charlie Eder, Anthony Drymalla.
Family and friends are invited to attend his viewing and rosary on Sunday, April 2, 2023 from 3-00 pm to 5-00 pm at Knesek Funeral Home Wallis, Texas.
His service will be on Monday, April 3 at 11-00 am at Guardian Angel Catholic Church, Wallis, Texas. Interment follows at Guardian Angel Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor to American Legion Post 200, 330 Legion Rd, Wallis, Texas 77485 or Knights of Columbus, 703 Columbus Rd., Wallis, Texas 77485.
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Ehlert, Raymond Adley (1946-2023)
[Family] Father: Lawrence Ehlert, Mother: Berdine Wright ()
Raymond Adley Ehlert, 76, of Waller, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, in Katy, Texas.
Raymond was born October 3, 1946, in Sealy, Texas, the son of Lawrence and Berdine (Wright) Ehlert. He grew up in the Pattison area, graduating from Royal High School. Raymond worked as an engineer for many years all over the United States. He was a member of the Pattison United Methodist Church in Pattison, Texas. Raymond treasured every moment he spent with his family. Raymond was active in his spare time, enjoying woodworking, gardening, barbequing, and spending time on the lake.
He is survived by his daughters- Raenell Franz and husband, David, of Waller, Amy Ahern and husband, Chris, of Weatherford, and Dollie Meals of Mineral Wells; granddaughters- Brittany LeBlanc and husband, Chase, and Emily Meals; grandsons- Matthew Franz and Jacob Franz; sister- Carol Bentley; brothers- Rodney Ehlert and wife, Carol, and Kevin Ehlert and wife, Jane; sister-in-law- Cheri Ehlert; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and many friends.
Raymond was preceded in death by his parents- Lawrence & Berdine Ehlert; brother- Donald Ehlert; and soulmate- Grace Childs.
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Ehret, John Berchmans "Berk" (1940-2022)
Nickname: Berk [Veteran] Vietnam, SP5, US Army, 1963-66 [Family] Father: Julius James Ehret, Mother: Blanche M Neeb, Spouse: Mikie () , FG
John "Berk" Berchmans Ehret passed away on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at the age of 82. Berk, the youngest of six siblings, was born March 4, 1940 to Julius James and Blanche Neeb Ehret in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Berk grew up in Gretna, Louisiana. He graduated from De La Salle High School in New Orleans and attended Southwestern Louisiana Institute (now the University of Louisiana at Lafayette) where he met his future bride Mikie and in 1963 earned his BSEd in Industrial Arts. That same year, he was drafted into the U.S. Army and served for 6 years. His active duty was at Fort Hood in Killeen, Texas. During his time in the Army, Berk was a teacher in the radar school and involved in the early development of drone technology. He continued electrical engineering studies at Tulane University and the University of New Orleans and taught many classes at Delgado Community College. He also enjoyed teaching ESL to native Spanish speakers working toward their U.S. citizenship. Berk spent most of his career with Technical Associates of New Orleans (TANO) until becoming a partner in Microtel, Inc. where he worked until his retirement.
Upon retiring, Berk and Mikie relocated to Sealy, Texas to be near family and quickly became part of the community. Berk cherished the friends he made during the countless hours he devoted to volunteering, relishing the camaraderie and fellowship. He was an active parishioner of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, was serving as Faithful Pilot of The Sealy Assembly #2103 Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus, an officer in the Sealy American Legion Post 442, a member of the Knights of Columbus Sealy Council #3313, the Friends of the Sealy American Legion Post 442, the Sealy Area Historical Society, the Virgil & Josephine Gordon Memorial Library, and The Horticulture Committee of Austin County.
Berk was driven by an insatiable curiosity and had many varied and ever-changing interests. He tried his hand at many things over the years- learning to drive and plow with a team of draft horses, researching ostrich and emu husbandry, learning to throw a javelin and winning in the Senior Olympics, competitive bass fishing, becoming a diesel generator whisperer, alternator and starter repair shop owner, 'trick riding' standing on the back a moving horse, and this names only a few! He had a wonderful sense of humor, a contagious laugh, and was known for his quick wit. Berk will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his dedication to service, and his integrity.
Berk was preceded in death by his father Julius James Ehret; his mother Blanche Neeb Ehret; brothers, Julius "J.B." Ehret and Barrett Ehret, Sr.; sisters, Claire Delger, Amy Biri, and Blanche Charbonnet. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Mary (Mikie) Senac Ehret; their daughter Susan Ehret Bradshaw and son-in-law Bryant of Sealy; and his dear grandsons Samuel Wyatt and Zachary Lane Bradshaw. Berk is also survived by a host of beloved nieces and nephews.
A gathering of family and friends will take place at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Thursday, October 13, 2022 from 8-30am to 10am. A Memorial Mass will follow in the funeral home chapel.
In a private ceremony, Berk will be interred in the Ehret family mausoleum at Westlawn Memorial Park in Gretna, Louisiana.
Einkauf, George William (1940-2021)
[Family] Father: Woodrow Lester Einkauf, Mother: Clara Bernarda Walters, Spouse: Glennette Dorine Blaschke [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
George William Einkauf was born January 27, 1940 and grew up in Weimer and Sealy, Texas. He graduated from Sealy High School and attended Blinn College for two years with a degree in business. He married the love of his life, Glennette Dorine Einkauf, and shared many great years and memories together. George was a professional machinist working for Texas Metal and Fabrication Companies. He was employed by Cameron Iron Works, was a top-grade machinist, and was assigned to several high-priority projects. George was often referred to by co-workers and people who knew him "as the hardest working guy they knew."
George was an avid fisherman and loved to hunt. He also loved farming and ranching. Woodrow Einkauf, George's Dad, would always say that George was the best son I have. Anyone who knew George knew he was a kind and gentle soul until you made him mad. He was always willing to help anyone in need, and he would give the shirt off of his back to help anyone. He was a wonderful dad, brother, uncle, and friend to many.
George was preceded by his loving wife, Glennette Einkauf; great-grandfather, George Einkauf; grandfather, George Einkauf; father, Woodrow Einkauf; mother, Clara Walters Shafer; brother, Woodrow Einkauf; brother, Donald Einkauf; stepdaughter, Elizabeth Null; and grandmother, Alma Einkauf.
Survived by brother, Clarence Einkauf and wife, Rose; daughter, Alena Null; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 25, 2021, from 12-30 PM - 2-00 PM at Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel, 768 Fourth Street, Sealy, Texas, followed by a funeral service at 2-00 PM. Burial will be in Sealy Cemetery. Due to Covid restrictions, masks and social distancing will be required.
Einkauf, Glennette Dorine (Blaschke) (1933-2011)
Maiden Name: Blaschke [Family] Father: Richard Louis Blaschke, Mother: CeCelia Russ, Spouse: George William Einkauf [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery (C) , FG
Glennette Blaschke was born on July 26, 1933 in Rosebud, Texas to parents, Richard L. Blaschke and Cecelia Russ Blaschke. She was raised in Houston and worked for Gary Frank, CPA in Bellville and was office manager for Price, CPA in Houston. Glennette married George Einkauf in Sealy and was a member of first United Methodist Church in Sealy. Mrs. Einkauf passed away on November 7, 2011 in Houston, Texas.
Survivors are her husband, George Einkauf of Sealy; sister, Iverine Konvicka and husband, Leon, of Sealy; brother, Monty Blaschke and wife, Gayle, of San Antonio; grandchild, Alena Null.
Glennette was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Cecelia Blaschke, and daughter, Elizabeth Dorine Null.
Visitation will be 6-00 PM until 8-00 PM Thursday, November 10, 2011, at Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel, 768 Fourth St., Sealy, Texas 77474. Funeral services will be held at 10-00 am Friday, November 11, 2011, First United Methodist Church in Sealy, with Rev. Lani Rousseau officiating. Interment in the Sealy Cemetery. Pallbearers- Pallbearers- David Ritter, Joe Ritter, Bobby Grigar, Robert Blaschke, James Schroeder and Russell Koym.
Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church.
Knesek Funeral Home in Sealy in charge of arrangements- www.knesekfuneralhome.com and www.facebook.com/knesekfuneralhome
Ekarius, Calvin Charles, Sr. (1940-2003)
[Veteran] Vietnam [Family] Father: Emanuel Joseph Ekarius, Mother: Nelda Thomasen, Spouse: Mary E. [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery (D)
Bellville Times
Funeral services for Calvin Charles Ekarius, Sr., 63, of Sealy, were held Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2003 at 2 p.m. from St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville with the Rev. H. Eldon Akerman officiating. Interment was at Sealy, Cemetery in Sealy.
Pallbearers for the service were Gene Remmert, Vernon Ekarius, Allen Kaminski, Bruce Dittert, Melvin Klatt, Frank Bohac, Robert Trefney and Daniel Zissa.
Born in Sealy, Calvin was the son of Emanuel J. Ekarius and Welda Thomsen Ekarius. He attended Peters Hacienda Grade School and graduated Sealy High School.
Mr. Ekarius served his country in the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era. Calvin was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville, Millwright. Union Local #2232, the Machinist and Aerospace Union in Houston, and the Polka Lovers Klub of America where he was chosen Prince in 1999. He worked for F.M.C. Valve Company in Houston, and for 16 years he worked
for Nabisco.
On March 21, 1998, Calvin and the former Miss Mary Beyer were married with ceremony held in Bellville.
Calvin Charles Ekarius, Sr., died Sunday, Dec. 7, 2003 in Sealy.
Survived by his daughters Connie Leschper of Sealy, Sally Blair and husband Kenneth of El Campo, son Calvin C. Ekarius, Jr. and wife Angel of Sealy, sister and brother-in-law Vernell and Kermit Ditters of Sealy, brother-in-law Emilian Kaminski of Sealy, grandchildren Sara Leschper, Bryar Blair, Joseph Ekarius and a number of nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his parents Emanuel and Welda Ekarius, wife Mary Ekarius, sister Darlien Kaminski and twin brother Marvin Ekarius.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Lutheran Church, 520 North Holland, Bellville, Texas 77418, Hospice Brazos Valley, 705 South Austin, Brenham, Texas 77833, or Polka Lovers Klub of America, P.O. Box 421 Flatonia, Texas 78941.
Services were under the direction of Knesek Family Funeral Chapels, Sealy.
Posted by Joy Neely
Ekarius, Dana Rae (1971-2018)
[Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Dana Rae Ekarius, 46, of Sealy, went to her eternal home on May 21, 2018. Dana was born in Bellville, TX on September 29, 1971 to Vernon and Bev Ekarius of Sealy. She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy. Dana graduated from Sealy High School in 1990. She attended Blinn College in Brenham where she earned an Associate's Degree in Office Technology. Over the years, Dana worked in numerous retail stores in the area and was most recently the manager of Samsonite in Katy Mills Mall. Dana was a determined lady who overcame many obstacles throughout her life. Although faced with medical and some physical challenges, with God's help, she always persevered. Anyone who had the opportunity to know her, loved her. She enjoyed spending time with her family and loved them deeply. Dana enjoyed travelling, especially going on cruises. Her cat, Rascal, brought much joy to her life. She loved the Lord and was happy to share her faith with all who she came in contact with.
Dana is survived by her parents, Vernon and Bev Ekarius of Sealy; sister, Kristie, and husband, Darin Pacher, of Huntsville; nephew, Chase Pacher, of Huntsville; niece, Paige Pacher, of Huntsville; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Dana is preceded in death by her grandparents, Elmo and Oridell Ekarius of Sealy and Bob and Evelyn Koym of Orchard.
Visitation will be Friday, May 25, 2018, 5-00 - 7-00pm, at Knesek Funeral Home, Highway 36 Chapel, 1140 Meyer, Sealy, Texas. The funeral will be held Saturday, May 26, 2018, at Knesek Funeral Home, Highway 36 Chapel at 10-00 am. Interment at the Sealy Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to LifeBridge Community Church, 2162 FM 2187, Sealy, Texas 77474.
Elder, Robert (-1825)
SFA Old 300, Notable person [Veteran] Early Wars () , FG , FS
On August 24, 1824, he received title to a labor of land now in Waller County.
ExternalWebsite; TSHA; ; https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/elder-robert
Elolf, Fritz (-)
[Veteran] Early Wars/SP Am War, WAL ()
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Emshoff, Elton William (1925-2003)
[Veteran] WW2, PFC, US Army, 2 yrs. 80th CML Motor Bn. S. Philippines [Family] Father: Emil Emshoff, Mother: Erna Glaeser [Cemetery] Pilgrims Rest Cemetery #01 ()
Bellville Times
5-15-03
Funeral services for Elton W. Emshoff, 77, of Sealy, Texas were held Saturday, May 10, 2003 at 2 p.m. from Trinity Lutheran Church, in Sealy with Rev. Mark Anderson and Rev. Dale Leland officiating. Interment was at Pilgrims Rest Cemetery in Bellville.
Serving as pallbearers were Charles Kokemor, Ray Zingelmann, David Lange, James Ganske, Larry Winkelmann and Harvey Winkelmann.
Honorary pallbearers were all of Mr. Emshoff's grandchildren and members of the Sealy Volunteer Fire Department. Born in the Travis Community of Austin County,
Elton W. Emshoff was the son of Emil Emshoff and Erna Glaeser Emshoff. He was baptized Nov. 15, 1925 at the Germania Schoolhouse in Austin County and confirmed in 1940 at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville. Elton attended the Travis Public School.
In March of 1945, he was drafted into the U.S. Army. He served his country in the 80th Mortar Battalion and spent 11 months overseas during WWII.
March 6, 1947 Mr. Emshoff and the former Miss Ruby Winkelmann were married with ceremony held at the Welcome Lutheran Church. Elton started with T.S.E. Gas Company in Bellville, Oct. 21, 1946, worked there for 14 years then was with the City of Sealy for 28 years as Gas Superintendent.
He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Sealy American Legion Post #442, a 20 year member of Austin County Texas Farm Bureau, the Texas Sportsman Association, Austin County Livestock Association, Austin County Soil & Water Conservation District, Sheriff's Association of Texas, the National WWII Memorial, and retired from the Sealy Volunteer Fire Department where he had served as Assistant Chief. Elton enjoyed deer hunting, fishing and ranching.
Elton W. Emshoff died Thursday, May 8, 2003 in a Houston Hospital.
Survived by his wife Ruby Emshoff of Sealy, sons Robert Emshoff and wife Donna of Sealy, Jerry Emshoff and wife Mae of Bellville, daughter Cindy Kay Sodolak of Industry, son-in-law Marvin Sodolak and wife Shannon of Bellville, grandchildren Jerry Wayne Emshoff, Jr., Tammy Annette Luera and husband Ernie, Mark Alan Emshoff, Sarah Renee Emshoff, Robert William Emshoff, Nathan Dale Sodolak, Stacey Gayle Sodolak, great grandchildren Aaron Luera and Hannah Beth Emshoff.
Preceded in death by his parents Emil and Erna Emshoff.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church Building Fund, 402 Atchison Street, Sealy, Texas 77474.
Services under the direction of Knesek Family Funeral Chapels in Sealy, Texas.
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Emshoff, Robert Lane (1951-2022)
[Family] Father: Elton W. Emshoff, Mother: Ruby Lee Winkelmann, Spouse: Donna Gaskamp [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Robert Lane Emshoff of Sealy went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 21, 2022 at the age of 70. Even though a failing heart took him away from this world, his loving heart left a beacon of light for his family and friends.
Robert was born on November 7, 1951 in Bellville, Texas. He was baptized at St. John's Lutheran Church in Bellville, and after moving to Sealy as a child with his family, he was later confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church. He went on to graduate from Sealy High School in 1970 and began his college education at Blinn Jr. College in Brenham, Texas. He continued his education in College Station at Texas A&M University, earning a bachelor's degree in accounting in 1974. He later earned his CPA certification. In 1980, he joined Seidel Schroeder & Co. where he opened and managed the Sealy office. He spent the next 42 years, until his passing, doing what he loved, providing accounting and tax services in the Sealy community. Along the way, he was blessed to have the opportunity to work with many great people and form many great relationships.
Robert met his wife to be, Donna, early on in life and although he waited several years, on May 24, 1980, he married the love of his life, Donna Gaskamp, at Trinity Lutheran Church. Their romance lasted 41 years, and God blessed them with two wonderful children, Sarah and Rob.
Robert was a kind and generous husband, father, uncle, cousin, and friend. He lived a life full of love and enjoyed having a good time with family and friends. One of his favorite past times was playing dominoes (42 or 84). In his early years, he loved riding horses and playing sports - softball, tennis, and volleyball. Whenever he could, he loved spending time outdoors whether at home in his yard watering his grass and taking care of his plants, or at the Emshoff family ranch taking care of the cows, mowing, burning brush, hunting, fishing, or just sitting on his pier as the sun would set drinking a beer and feeding his fish. He was an avid Texas Aggie fan, as well as a Houston Astros fan. He also was a great teacher to those around him both personal and professional. There is no doubt, Robert is now doing the things he loved up in Heaven.
Robert is survived by his loving wife, Donna, of 41 years; daughter, Sarah Emshoff, and son, Robert (Rob) W. Emshoff; his sister, Cindy Sodolak, and sister-in-law, Mae Emshoff; sister-in-law, Carol Wenzel, and husband, James Wenzel; sister-in-law, Sue Gaskamp; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his father, Elton W. Emshoff; his mother, Ruby Emshoff; his brother; Jerry W. Emshoff, Sr.; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, LeeRoy and Lillie Mae Gaskamp; brother-in-law, Lee Gaskamp; and grandparents, Emil and Erna Emshoff and Edward and Melinda Winkelmann.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 26, 2022, from 5-00 PM - 7-00 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church, 402 Atchison St., Sealy, TX. A funeral service will be held at the church at 10-00 AM on Friday, May 27, 2022. Burial will be in Sealy Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, American Heart Association, or a charity of your choice.
Emshoff, Wilfred Edwin Edward (1935-2020)
[Veteran] Korea, CTAC, USNR, 1953-95 [Family] Father: Arnold Fritz Emshoff, Mother: Isabell Brandt [Cemetery] Saint James Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery ()
Eight Bells for CTAC Wilfred E. Emshoff, USNR (Ret.) The nautical euphemism for "finished" and to a sailor meant that his watch is over, having been properly relieved. Wilfred passed away on July 23, 2020.
Mr. Emshoff was born December 21, 1935 to Arnold Fritz Emshoff and Isabell (Brandt) Emshoff. He grew up on the Emshoff farm, New Wehdem Community, Austin County, Texas. He attended New Wehdem and Pleasant Hill Elementary Schools, Brenham High School, Bellville High School, and attended Howard Payne College at Brownwood, Texas.
Wilfred was a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ. "The second best day in my life was the day I was made Chief."
On June 17, 1953, Wilfred enlisted in the U.S. Naval Reserve at Naval Reserve Electronics Division 8-22 in Bellville, Texas. After reenlisting in 1961, he crossed over from General Service Navy to Naval Security Group and from Yeoman 2nd Class to Cryptologic Technician 2nd Class. After advancing to Petty Officer First Class in 1965 he served two Temporary Active Duty tours with Naval Reserve Recruiting in Houston, TX early 1966. Later that year, he began a normal Active Duty tour stationed at Naval Communications Station, Sidi Yahia, Morocco. Late in 1968, he re-affiliated with the Reserve Naval Security Group Division 8-2 in Houston, Texas and remained in a Ready Reserve Pay Status billet until 1987 at which time he transferred to a non-pay status in Miami, Florida. He was advanced to Cryptologic Technician Administrative Chief Petty Officer in August 1970, as appointed by Secretary of the Navy (Permanent Appointment). He retired from the U.S. Naval Reserve Security Group December 21, 1995, finishing with 42.5 years total Active and Reserve service. His awards include the Naval Reserve Meritorious Service Medal (7 awards), National Defense Medal and Armed Forces Reserve Medal (3 awards). His other medals (commemorative) are- Honorable Service, Navy, National Guard/Reserve, Armed Forces Retired, Cold War, American Defense and Overseas Service Medals.
Wilfred had life membership with PETER TOMICH Texas Chiefs Quarters, National Chief Petty Officers Assn, Navy Cryptologic Veterans Assn., Naval Enlisted Reserve Assn., Fleet Reserve Assn. Branch 159, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7104, and Disabled American Veterans. He was a member of Sons of Hermann Lodge #6 in Brenham, Texas.
Wilfred was employed at Shell Chemical Corp., Deer Park, Texas for 6 years and later with National Airlines, Inc., and after the merger with The Pan American World Airways until his early retirement in 1991. As an airline employee, he had extensive travel benefits traveling to many cities in the U.S. and foreign travel to many countries including South America, Israel, Germany, France, and Holland.
Time permitting, his many other interests and hobbies included research, documenting and compiling his EMSHOFF-KOESTER-REMMERT-ENGELKENJOHANN and BRANDT-BIELEFELDT-MUELLER-DIPPEL family history project, writing some of his childhood memories growing up, "old-timers'' stories of his relatives who served with the Texas Army in Louisiana and died or returned from the Civil War; shooting, loading ammo, documenting and production of The Texas Emshoff History Project (on-going). He was a musician, played the guitar, piano, and accordion, having studied piano under Johnny Richter, Sr. of the New Wehdem Community circa 1940s-50s. He played with Bennie Murski Melody Kings Band from 1952 until 1965, Jesse Lee Hernandez of Giddings from 1953-1955, the Brenham Community Band, the Jimmy Rohde Dance Band, the Lazy Farmers Polka Band, and with Marcus Mallard's Dancer's Choice Western Swing and Dance Band of Navasota from 1991 to 2005. He played accordion for and led the Winedale Forelich Gesang (German mixed singing group) and sang and played accordion for and with the Houston Shanty COHR (Old Naval and sailors German Shanty music) with the Houston Liederkrantz Organization. He has worked with under- privileged children to use their talents to become better citizens. He restored and collected old tools, studied their uses in blacksmithing, restoration of old furniture, and old trucks. His main woodworking project was with Texas Red Cedar curing, sawing, custom building large and small items. He taught others Firearms Safety, Edged Weapons, edged tools and powered tools safety and accident prevention. He enjoyed putting together Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys Project, (recordings and live performances and dances). He enjoyed working in his large vegetable garden.
Wilfred married Charlotte Lee Jones of Houston in 1956 and divorced her in 1965. In 1969, he married Juanita Louise Moore of Houston, was divorced in 1972, remarried her in 1978, and was divorced again in 1992.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Wilhelm Emshoff and Henriette (Koester) Emshoff, Hermann F. Brandt and Elizabeth (Mueller) Brandt; parents, Arnold Fritz Emshoff and Isabell (Brandt) Emshoff, all of Austin County, Texas; and brother-in-law, Travis Pilchiek.
Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, John Michael and Anita Emshoff of Ft. Worth, Texas, Robert Edward and Sarah (Gilbertson) Emshoff of Spring, Texas, and daughter, Kimberlyn Kay (Emshoff) (Burlette) Crowe, and son-in-law, Paul Williams of Dallas, Texas; daughters, Cheryl Lee (Emshoff) Burlette and Kelly Elizabeth (Zarka) (Emshoff) Weller; grandchildren, Joshua Michael Emshoff, Kayla B. Emshoff, Harrison C. Emshoff, Krystal Layne Emshoff, Stuart Lee Williams, Emily Robyn Emshoff, Kaitlin Nicole Emshoff, and Karin Morris; brother, Billy Roy Emshoff and wife, Diane, of Kerrville, Texas; sister, Bonnie Jane (Emshoff) Pilchiek of Brenham, Texas.
A graveside service is being held at 10 am Saturday, August 1, 2020, at the St. James Lutheran Church Cemetery of New Wehdem, located at 10362 New Wehdem Road, New Wehdem Community in Austin County, Texas. Military burial ceremonies will be performed in honor of Wilfred's faithful service to our country.
Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer St., Brenham, TX. 979-836-3611 or visit www.brenhammemorialchapel.com.
Engeling, Paul Milton (1926-2014)
[Veteran] WW2, US Army/USMM, 1946-48, AGD 421 Army Band Germany [Family] Spouse: Ruth G [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (B)
Bellville Times
Paul Milton Engeling, 87, passed away April 22, 2014, with his loving family by his side.
Paul was born Nov. 12, 1926, in the Pleasant Hill Community in Brenham, Texas to Paul H. and Emma (Kolwes) Engeling.
He was baptized in 1927, at Salem Lutheran Church in Brenham and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville in 1941. He was a graduate of Brenham High School and continued his education at Blinn College and received a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy in 1954, from the University of Houston. Paul served in the US Merchant Marines and in the 421st Army Band in Germany during WWII. He was the owner of Paul's Pharmacy in Bellville from 1959-1979, an Associate with Marek Real Estate, and a Rancher on his land. He was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church of Bellville for over 55 years with membership in the Men's Choir, Church Council, and was a Greeter.
Paul is survived by his faithful and loving wife of 64 years, Ruth (Geick) Engeling; daughter, Paula Lynn Wooley (Wayne); son, John David Engeling; grandchildren, Erin Nastoupil, J.W. Nastoupil and, Brooke Nastoupil, Karina Engeling and Krista Engeling, Justin Wooley and Jeff Wooley (Chelsea); great grandchildren, Drew Slayton, Derek Slayton and Dacy Slayton, Lanilynn Miller; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Ida Geick; and sisters and brothers-in-law, Elsie and Fred Sander, and Adeline and Herman Schlottman.
Visitation was held from 1-4 p.m., Thursday, April 24, 2014 at the Schmidt Funeral Home in Bellville. Funeral Service was held Friday, April 25, 2014, at 10 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville. Visitation with the family was held one hour prior to services at the church. Interment followed at the Oak Knoll Cemetery.
“But now, thus says the Lord, who created you, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel- Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name, you are mine.†Isaiah 43-1
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Schmidt Funeral Home.
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Engelke, Margie Louise (White; Dunn) (1929-2015)
Maiden Name: White; Dunn [Family] Father: Orley Raymond White, Mother: Mary Louise Parker, Spouse: Clarence Monroe Dunn & Clarence Paul “CP” Engelke [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Margie Engelke entered her heavenly home on December 31, 2015.
A visitation will be held 6-00 pm to 8-00 pm Sunday, January 3, 2016 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 11-00 am Monday, January 4, 2016 at Grace Lutheran Church. Graveside services will be held at 1-00 pm Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at Sealy Cemetery, Sealy, Texas.
She was born the first of seven children to Mary Louise Parker White and Orley Raymond White on October 13, 1929 in Simonton, Texas, what was then known as the Brazos River Bottom.
Her early years were spent in Missouri City, Texas with her mother and father, two brothers and four sisters.
She graduated from Missouri City High School and Draughon's Business College in Houston.
She was employed by Gulf Oil Corp and Jefferson Chemical Company in Houston.
She met and later married Clarence Engelke from Sealy, Texas on August 29, 1962. They lived in Houston and Richardson, then transferring to Midland in 1968.
She loved spending time with her family, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
She was a devout Christian and a long-time member of Grace Lutheran Church.
She enjoyed league bowling.
She loved music, reading and singing with her kids, grandkids and great grandkids.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Clarence and daughter, Paula, also brothers Darrell Raymond White and Kenneth White, sister Margaret Bell Medve and great granddaughter Angel Marie Engelke.
Surviving are her son, Paul Engelke and wife, Ida, daughter, Holly Walker, granddaughter, Jamie Nicholas and husband, Joe, all of Midland, Texas, stepdaughter, Louise Andrews and husband, Dale of Tuttle, Oklahoma, grandchildren, Kari Engelke of Loving, New Mexico, Kaci and Kali Engelke, Braden and Bonny Walker all of Midland, Texas, Darren and Daniel Andrews of Oklahoma, great grandchildren, Corey and Tyler Nicholas of Midland, Texas, Trent Echavarria and R.J. Echavarria of Loving, New Mexico, Terran and Kayson Scurlark of Midland, Texas and Dallas and Leah of Oklahoma, sisters, Bessie White, and Lavada Fuller of Missouri City, Texas and Diane Kure of Brenham, Texas, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Arrangements by Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home.
Engelking, James Scott (1953-1986)
[Cemetery] Cat Spring (Kollatschny) Cemetery ()
Funeral Services for James Scott Engelking of Cat Spring were held at the Chapel of The Etlinger Funeral Home in Bellville Monday, February 3, 1986 at 2 p.m. with Rev. John Birkelback officiating.
Interment was in the Cat Spring Cemetery.
Mr. Engelking passed away Friday, January 31, in a Houston hospital. He was 32 years of age.
Born in Houston December 26, 1953, he attended Affton High School in St. Louis and San Jacinto College in Houston.
He had lived in New Orleans and St. Louis, MO, but returned to Texas in 1977 and was employed as an electrician.
He never married and was a member of the Bellville United Methodist Church.
Surviving are his parents, Fritz J. and Janice Suhr Engelking of Cat Spring; his grandmother, Mrs. Lena Suhr of Bellville; a sister and brother-in-law, Lynn and Danny Johnson of Portland, Oregon; twin
nieces, Emily and Sally Johnson.
The family requests donations be made to the M. D. Anderson Hospital in Houston.
Pallbearers were Daryl Hill, Charles Eckardt, Steve Sebesta, David Mikovsky, Doug Koneschek, and David Price.
Funeral Services were under the direction of the Etlinger Funeral Home of Bellville.
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England, Opal Ruth (Baxley) (1915-2010)
Maiden Name: Baxley [Family] Father: George Robert Baxley, Mother: Mary Birchfield, Spouse: P. B. England [Cemetery] San Felipe de Austin Cemetery ()
Funeral Services for Opal England, 94, of San Felipe, Thursday, February 4, 2010 at Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel in Sealy, Texas with Rev. Dale Leland officiating. Interment in the San Felipe Cemetery. Pallbearers for the service Chance Borchardt, Jordan Borchardt, Trey Martinez, Wes Martinez, Ronnie Fletcher and John Baxley. Opal Ruth Baxley was born in Sulphur Springs, Texas to parents George Robert Baxley and Mary Birchfield Baxley. She was raised in Alba, Texas and attended Public Schools there. On January 9, 1933 she married P. B. England in Wichita Falls, Texas. Opal was a homemaker, a member of Eastern Star and a member of Shepherd Way Church in Sealy. Survivors are her granddaughter, Addona L. (Doni) Douglas of Mesquite, Texas, grandson, Mark L. Sheffield of San Felipe, great grandchildren, Chance and Jordan Borchard and Raena Kohles, great-great grandchildren, Ashten and Ethan Borchardt and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Mary Baxley, husband, P.B. England, daughter, Mary Frances Sheffield, sister, Virginia Henson and brothers, Clyde and E.N. (Shorty) Baxley Visitation for Mrs. England, Wednesday, February, 3, 2010 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel, 768 Fourth St. Sealy, Texas 77474 (979)885-3535. Visit our web site at www.knesekfuneralhome.com for guest book signing and sympathy cards.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/4317815
Erickson, Cheryl Denise (Morgan) (1957-2024)
Maiden Name: Morgan [Family] Father: Leonard Amos Morgan, Mother: Dolores Marilyn Cole, Spouse: Keith & Ronnie Erickson ()
CHERYL DENISE MORGAN ERICKSON, 66, of Bellville, Texas, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024, in Houston, Texas.
She was born in Ottawa, Kansas, the daughter of Leonard Amos and Dolores Marilyn Cole Morgan. Cheryl grew up and attended schools in the Houston area, graduating from G.C. Scarborough High School in 1975. She lived in many places before called Bellville home. One of the places she lived was Wurzburg, Germany, with the father of her children, Keith, while being stationed there serving his country the United States Army. Cheryl was employed in the sales department with Bimbo Foods for many years. Cheryl also was very proud of the time she served with Kitsap County Fire and Rescue District 12/CKFR. She was a Kitsap Transit Access Driver, and Rohl's Ambulance Driver in Tucson, Arizona.
In her spare time, Cheryl enjoyed tending to her garden, crafting, volunteering, sewing, line dancing, and knitting. Being well-known for her free spirit, she will be missed by her friends and family.
Cheryl is survived by her loving husband- Ronnie Erickson of Bellville; children- Sacajawea Paulus and her husband, Brian, of Silverdale, Washington, Kenneth Paulus of Bremerton, Washington, Diona Arena and her significant other, Matthew, of Bremerton, Washington, Jason Paulus and his wife, Rachel, of Whidbey Island, Washington, and Grant Paulus and his significant other, Monica, of Bremerton, Washington; grandchildren- Nastassja, Isabella, Victoria, Max, MaKenna, Darren, Alessia, Jordin, Kendra, Kaylin, and Cole Arena, Shawn, Gabriela, Sophie, Rylie, Isaiah, Ila, and Olivia; three great grandchildren; nieces- Candice, Jennifer, and Sarah; all of Texas; Aunt- Rose Mary Turner of Katy, Texas; and numerous other family and dear friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents- Leonard and Dolores Morgan; her sister- Sharon Schrader; her aunts- Bonnie Cole, and Lois Cole Dodd, and Nancy Lane Klein; and her uncle- Al Cole.
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Ernst, Johann Friedrich Meinhard "Fritz" (1820-1863)
Nickname: Fritz [Veteran] Early Wars/CWCSA [Family] Father: Johann Friedrich Ernst, Mother: Louise Gesine Auguste (Weber), Spouse: Maria Ann (Krumm) Brey [Cemetery] Friedrich Ernst Memorial Park () , FG
John (or Johann) Friedrich Meinhard (Fritz) Ernst was born on September 11, 1820, in Oldenburg, Lower Saxony, the son of Louise Gesine Auguste (Weber) and Johann Friedrich Ernst. He sailed to the United States in 1829 with his parents, among the first German settlers in Texas, and grew up in Austin's colony in what became the settlement of Industry.
He married Maria Ann (Krumm) Brey, the widow of Ferdinand Brey, who died in the Mier expedition. They had four children.
Fritz Ernst served as a guide and interpreter for Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels on his visit to Texas. He was a farmer and a justice of the peace as well as a soldier and pioneer. He served as a ranger for the Republic of Texas from July 20, 1836, to November 20, 1836. He also served in the Southwestern Army of the Republic of Texas, Company B, First Regiment, from October 3, 1842, to January 20, 1843. Although Ernst grew up at Industry, he later lived near Round Top and in 1861 served in the Round Top Guerrillas, a local militia group.
During the Civil War he helped a Captain Creuzbaur organize a company from Fayette County. He served as first lieutenant in Creuzbaur's company of light artillery, Texas Volunteers, from October 12, 1861, until he died in Waco in October 1863.
[Source: Handbook of Texas Online]
Eschenburg, Eugene William, Sr. "Gene" (1938-2024)
Nickname: Gene [Veteran] other, USAF, 1956-60 [Family] Father: William Eschenburg, Mother: Frieda Hoffman, Spouse: Filothea Sodolak, Children: Eugene Eschenburg, Jr., Val Eschenburg, Justin Eschenburg, Shane Eschenburg, Nathan Esscenburg, Sharlene Havcel, Tiffany Casas [Cemetery] Frydek Catholic Cemetery ()
Eugene “Gene†William Eschenburg Sr. of Frydek went to be with his Lord and Savior in the early morning hours of March 26, 2024, at the age of 85. Eugene was born on September 2, 1938, in Hackberry, Texas to William and Frieda (Hoffman) Eschenburg. He was baptized and later confirmed into the Catholic Faith. Although his life drastically changed in 1954 when he lost his mother, he still graduated from Hallettsville High School, joined, and served in the U.S. Air Force in 1956-1960, and attended the University of Houston.
Gene married the love of his life, Filothea Sodolak, on May 15, 1966, and together they raised and graduated from college seven children- Gene Jr., Valentine (Val), Sharlene, Justin, Shannon (Shane), Tiffany, and Nathan that he was very proud of and loved to the fullest. He LOVED spending time with his family, LOVED supporting and attending his children and grandchildren's activities, LOVED dancing with his wife and family, traveling with friends and family, working cattle, and playing dominoes.
He held various jobs after serving in the US Air Force (Montgomery Wards retail, hiring manager for Armour, and real estate) but he found his true calling as an insurance salesman. For over 50 years, Gene was one of the hardest workers for Farmers Insurance Group where he built strong personal bonds with his customers, won several awards/recognitions, and exhibited a strong work ethic. He ALWAYS greeted EVERYONE with a “Hi! How are you?†whether he had met you before or not. He loved BIG, had a heart of gold, was a selfless man, and never met a stranger!
Gene was an active member of the Frydek community and St. Mary's Catholic Church. His community activities included- San Felipe/Frydek Fire Department, Boy Scouts of America Scoutmaster - Troop 443, active Frydek KJT Member, Frydek KJZT Member, and Life Member of Frydek Knights of Columbus. For over 50 years, Gene was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Frydek, Texas where he served as a Lector and could be found at mass nearly every weekend. Gene was one of the most recognizable faces at the annual St. Mary's Grotto Celebration every April where he served as the leader of various committees and volunteered many hours of his time in various capacities.
Gene is survived by his wife of 57 years Filothea Sodolak Eschenburg; SONS- Gene Jr. and wife, Teresa; Val and wife Emily; Justin and wife, Laura (his personal PT); Shane and wife, Danielle; Nathan and wife, Elizabeth; DAUGHTERS- Sharlene Havel and husband, Chris; Tiffany Casas and husband, Raul; 22 Grandchildren- Bailey Eschenburg & Kaytlin(Brandon)Martin; Daniel, Grace & Samuel Eschenburg; Hunter, Hayden & Hayley Havel; Cameron & Colby Eschenburg; Logan, Lexa, Landon & Levi Eschenburg; Nikolas, Isabella, Andres, Diego & Olivia Casas; Jobe and Japheth Eschenburg, Zoe(Vlad)Small; 3 Great Grandchildren- Grayson & Jackson Martin, Ivanna Small; sisters-in-law- Rosie Sodolak, Odie Eschenburg, Marilyn Sodolak; his Godchild/Niece- Kristen Shill; Nieces- Holly Sodolak-Lewis, Tiffany Dugan, Patricia Chavez, Shirley Smith; Nephews- Matt Sodolak, Chad Sodolak, Robert Eschenburg Jr., James Eschenburg.
He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Frieda Eschenburg; brother, Robert Eschenburg Sr; brother-in-law, Joseph Sodolak Jr; father and mother-in-law, Joseph and Ludmilla Sodolak; and sister-in-law, Margaret Sodolak.
Pallbearers are Bailey Eschenburg, Hunter Havel, Cameron Eschenburg, Jobe Eschenburg, Daniel Eschenburg, Logan Eschenburg, Hayden Havel, Colby Eschenburg, Nikolas Casas.
Honorary pallbearers are Kaytlin, Grayson & Jackson Martin, Andres, Diego & Olivia Casas, Japheth Eschenburg, and Zoe & Ivanna Small.
Lectors- Laura Eschenburg, Chad Sodolak; Altar Servers- Landon Eschenburg, Samuel Eschenburg, Levi Eschenburg; Carry Gifts- Grace Eschenburg, Lexa Eschenburg, Hayley Havel, Isabella Casas; Eucharistic Ministers- Emily Eschenburg, Pat Cieslewitz; Programs- Andres Casas & Japheth Eschenburg
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church, 10471 Grotto Road, Sealy, Texas 77474 in remembrance of Eugene Eschenburg.
“I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength…Philippians 4-13
Thank you, Archangel, St. Raphael for my safe journey to Heaven.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/eugene-
Espino, Maria Rafaela Olvera (2023-2024)
[Family] Father: Adrian Olvera, Mother: Irma Espino [Cemetery] Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church ()
MARIA RAFAELA OLVERA ESPINO, 9 months of Bellville, Texas, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2024, in Houston, Texas.
She was born May 3, 2023, in Katy, Texas, the daughter of Adrian Olvera and Irma Espino.
Maria was such a joyful baby, she brought so much happiness to everyone. Her laughter was very contagious. Maria's smile would brighten your day. She was sent from Heaven to Earth just months after her maternal grandmother, Rafaela, passed away. The Lord knew that her family needed a precious baby girl. She brought peace to each of her family members. Maria was a beautiful baby girl.
She is survived by her parents- Adrian and Irma; sister- Jetzy Olvera; brothers- Gerardo and Brandon Olvera; maternal grandfather- Antonio Espino Escimilla; paternal grandmother- Rosa Maria Lira; three aunts; three uncles; and numerous other relatives and family friends.
Maria was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother- Rafaela Gonzalez; paternal grandfather- Gerardo Olvera.
https://www.schmidtfunerals.com/obituary/maria-olvera-espino
Eubanks, Harold Michael (1938-2022)
[Veteran] Vietnam, LT, US Navy [Family] Father: Harry Lafayette Eubanks, Mother: Jessie Pill () , FG
Harold Michael Eubanks, 83, who was fondly known as "Mike", passed away to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 19, 2022.
Mike was born December 3, 1938 in McLeod, Texas to Harry Lafayette and Jessie (Pill) Eubanks. He grew up in McLeod, graduating from Atlanta High School in Atlanta, Texas. Mike furthered his education at East Texas State University, now known as Texas A&M Commerce, earning a Bachelor of Arts. He served his country as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. On April 15, 1967, Mike was united in holy matrimony to Mary Suzanne LeNoir in Dallas, Texas. He contributed to his community as a Master Mason, a member of the 32nd Scottish Rite, and as a Shriner. Mike remained steadfast in his faith as a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville, Texas, and appreciated being a part of Men for Missions. He enjoyed traveling, fishing, and taking a ride on his tractor.
He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Suzie Eubanks of Bellville, daughter, Laura Matthews of Houston; son, Harry W. Eubanks of Torrey, UT; grandsons, Mason and Jake Kizer; sister, Stella Walker of Bellville; several nephews; numerous friends; and special friends, Wayne Givens, John Martine, Dick Giroux, Bobby McCandless, and Raymond Lahti.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Jessie Eubanks.
Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to the St. John Lutheran Church Retreat Center, 520 N. Holland, Bellville, TX 77418.
Evans, Sharron (1943-2014)
() [COD] Cancer
Bellville Times
Sharron Evans, born on March 10, 1943, passed away early Sunday morning, March 9, 2014, after her fight with cancer. She was 70 years old. Sharron had a wonderful family supporting her through this difficult time. Her surviving family include her brother, Dale Evans, who lives in Junction, TX, her daughter, Teresa Lynn McGrath, lives in Bellville, and son, James Allen Penny, lives in Brenham State School. Grandsons Micheal Lee Cline and his wife, Kelly Cline and Richard Allen McGrath III reside in Bellville with their children, Kevin Lee Ray Cline, age 12, and Bryan Allen McGrath, age 7. Granddaughter, Jennifer Nicole Sutherland, resides in Industry with her husband, Justin, and sons, Jacob Wayne Wallace, age 9, and Weston Lee Sutherland, age 18 months. Lloyd and Margaret Hill, Sharron's aunt and uncle, live in Hempstead, and cousin, Janis Hill, lives next door. Another cousin, Sandra Reeves, lives in Hempstead. Aunts, Joann Hill and Ailine Bachlor , reside in the Texarkana area.
As a young girl, Sharron was a competitive barrel racer. After graduating high school in West Texas, Sharron worked with her step-father driving over-the-road trucks, later managed some stores, and a car wash while playing in a country band at night and on weekends. She played base guitar and danced around the stage entertaining the customers. Sharron loved to dance and taught her daughter and grandchildren to Two Step. In her spare time, Sharron love to bowl and bowled on a league, winning a championship with her son Micheal. Sharron managed the Yogi Bear Jellystone Park for many years before retiring to enjoy her great-grand children.
Services will be Friday at 2-00p.m. at the All Around Cowboy Church in Sealy where she was a member for many years. The church is on U.S. 36, north of town about 4 miles on the westside of the highway.
Posted by Joy Neely
Eveline, Ronnie Decuir (1951-2022)
[Veteran] Vietnam, PVT, US Army [Cemetery] San Felipe Community Cemetery ()
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Everett, Melissia B. (1981-2003)
[Cemetery] Pilgrims Rest Cemetery #01 () [COD] Automobile crash
Bellville Times
A funeral service for Melissia Everett, 22, was held on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2003 at 2 p.m. from Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel in Bellville with Mr. Lanier Stevens officiating. Interment was at Pilgrims Rest Cemetery in Bellville.
Serving as pallbearers were Jason Wallace, Butch Hegemeyer, Colice Watts, Matt Moore, Brad Wallin, Glenn Snook and Billy Johnson.
Melissia Everett lost her life Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2003 in an auto accident.
She is survived by her daughter Brooke Allise Everett age 4, sons Coty Lawson Everett age 2 and Dakota Blake Everett age 1; mother Pamela and Earl Wallace of Bellville; father Ron and Michelle Everett; sister Kelly Everett, niece Alexis Page Johnson of Madisonville, Juanita Wallace of Bellville, Minnie Long of Heagerstown, Maryland and Raymond and Bev Everett of East Sparta, Ohio; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and lots of friends.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Everett Children Trust Fund, c/o Pam Wallace at any Wells Fargo Bank location.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Knesek Family Funeral Chapels in Bellville, Texas.
Posted by Joy Neely
Eversberg, Albert (1844-)
[Veteran] CWCSA, PVT, Waul's Texas Legion ()
Musician, Mustered in March 28, 1862 at Bellville by Mathews. Transferred from Co. E (C) to Legion Band July 31, 1862. Wounded at Vicksburg, MS on May 23, 1863, in hospital. Surrendered at Vicksburg on July 4, 1863, and paroled July 11th. Later a private with Timmons' Regiment, Company K near Galveston. Mostly in hospital.
Ewing, Lee Mova (Tillotson) (1927-2018)
Maiden Name: Tillotson [Family] Father: Leonard Tillotson, Mother: Ethel Eoline Hammack, Spouse: Lawrence W. Ewing Sr [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
We are gathered together to celebrate the new life of our loving mother, Lee Mova Tillotson Ewing, 90, who was born March 20th, 1927 in Wallis, TX to Leonard E. Tillotson and Ethel Hammack Tillotson. She departed from us to join our Savior, The Lord Jesus Christ, in heaven on January 17th, 2018, in Jacinto City, TX. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and will truly and deeply be missed by all.
Preceded in death by her father and mother; her husband of 73 years, Lawrence W. Ewing Sr.; and 2 sons, Glenn Howard Ewing and Lawrence W." Larry" Ewing Jr.; a grandson, Marcus Ewing; and a great-grandson, Dakoda Scott.
She is survived by a daughter, Linda Yvonne and husband, Jennings "Sonny" Aldridge, of Henderson, TX; a son, David Allen and wife, Rita Ewing, of Jacinto City, TX; a son, Bruce Kelvin Ewing of New Caney, TX; a daughter, Carol Denise Scott of Houston, TX; and a son, Wayne Mark and wife, Lisa Ewing, of Baytown, TX. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild.
She was a lifelong member of the 1st Baptist Church of Jacinto City TX.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 23rd, 2018, at 11-00 am at the Knesek Brothers Funeral Chapel, 768 4th St. in Sealy, TX. Burial to follow after the service at the Sealy Cemetery. A visitation will be held in her honor 1 hour prior to the service.
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