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Hinson, William Thomas "Bill" (21 May 1943 - 31 Dec 2022)
Veteran: Vietnam Family- Father: Leonard Hinson, Mother: Frances, Spouse: Brenda Sabrsula References: GenFolks
William "Bill" Hinson was born on May 21, 1943; he passed away on December 31, 2022, in St. Augustine, Florida.
Known to many as "Mr. Bill," his first job was driving a school bus when he was in high school. He later joined the Air Force and served his country for four years.
During that time, he met the love of his life Brenda Sabrsula. They married in 1966. After his Honorable Discharge in 1968, Bill began his 53-year career as a meat cutter. During his career, he worked for several of the larger supermarkets we all know.
Some of Bill's love in life was anything that included cars. He was a huge NASCAR AND NHRA fan. He loved cutting grass on his John Deere mower, and he never met a gasoline engine he couldn't fix.
Preceded in death are Bill's parents, Leonard and Frances, his wife, Brenda, and his granddaughter Mailory King.
Bill's survivors include his daughters Beverly (John Jund), and Cindy (Craig King), his sisters Mary Lou (Rayvon Bowles) and Sandra (Gary Thompson), and his grandson Alex Yamao.
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Hintz, Adelle Ruth (Maresh) (7 Jan 1931 - 9 Apr 2023)
Family- Father: John Frank Maresh, Mother: Sophie Tonie Hluchan, Spouse: Leroy Hintz Cemetery: Sealy Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Adelle Ruth Maresh Hintz passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023, in Sealy. She was 92 years old. Mrs. Hintz was born in Frydek on January 7, 1931 to John and Sophie Maresh. Her middle name, Ruth, was given in keeping with the local tradition of naming the first girl in each family after Ruth of the Bible.
She attended public schools in both Frydek and Sealy, graduating from Sealy High School in 1948. One of her favorite school activities was playing on the Sealy volleyball team. After graduation, she attended business school in Houston for a year and then returned to Sealy to work as a switchboard operator in the local office of Southwestern Bell.
On Sunday, October 8, 1950, Adelle married Leroy Hintz. They settled in Sealy where they raised their three sons who kept her busy with their school, scouting, and sports activities. Adelle loved her family. She was a supportive wife, a caring mother, and a doting grandmother. She was a wonderful cook who enjoyed preparing the favorite meals of each family member.
Adelle was a lifelong member of the First Presbyterian Church of Sealy. She was confirmed in 1944 when the church was known as the Presbyterian Church of the Czech-Moravian Brethren. Over the years she served as an elder and trustee and was very active in the women's group. Her most gratifying work was on the building committee as they sought to carry out Cousin Wilma Petrusek's wish for the church to have a new worship sanctuary. This was accomplished with the completion and dedication of the new building in 2004 on Selman Drive.
In addition to family and church, she was very involved in maintaining the small farm in Frydek that had belonged to her parents. She was always mindful of the years of hard work her parents and brothers had put into the farm and was very appreciative of it. Adelle had fond memories of farm life and the close relationships that were shared within the community of relatives and neighbors.
Mrs. Hintz was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy; parents, John and Sophie Maresh; her three brothers, Wilmer, Robert, James Maresh, and Robert's wife, Mabel.
She is survived by her sons, David, Curtis, and Michael Hintz, and Michael's wife, Sheila. Other survivors are grandson, Kevin Hintz and wife, Alexis; granddaughter, Courtney Hintz Unger and husband, Adam; great-grandson, Ronin Price; sister-in-law, Johnnie Ruth Maresh; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Hintz, Bernice Augusta (Henske) (13 Mar 1919 - 25 Nov 2016)
Family- Father: William Henske, Mother: Minnie Richter, Spouse: Joe William Hintz Cemetery: Sealy Cemetery References: GenFolks
Bernice Augusta (Henske) Hintz of Brenham, formerly of Sealy, Texas passed away at Kruse Village in Brenham on November 25, 2016.
She was born to Will and Minnie(Richter) Henske in Kenney, Texas on March 13, 1919. Bernice was baptized at St. James Lutheran Church in New Wehdam and confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bellville, Texas. She attended schools in Kenney and Bellville, Texas.
On October 5, 1940 she married Joe William Hintz at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Philllipsburg. They lived and raised their family in Sealy, Texas. Bernice was a homemaker and loved the outdoors. Tending to her flowerbeds, sewing, and cross stitching were her hobbies. She was an active member of the Sealy Garden Club, the Lutheran Ladies Aide, the American Legion Auxillary, and the Stephen F. Austin Ladies Golf Auxillary. Bernice and Joe loved dancing and were members of several dance clubs. She was an active "couch contestant" in TV game shows and often knew the answers before the live contestants.
Bernice is preceded in death by her husband Joe Hintz, her parents Will and Minnie Henske, brother Ervin Henske, and sisters Helen Fuchs and Ruby Emshoff.
She is survived by her brother Will Henske (Flora Ann) of Spring, her son Larry Hintz (Debbie) of Brenham and daughter Linda Struckmeyer (Billy) of Alvin, granddaughters Gina Strack (Stuart) of Pearland, Tracey Curlee (Richard) of Brenham, Julie Abney (Charles) of Alvin, Kellie Fontenot (Coy) of Brenham, and Laura Kwiatkowski (Lenny) of Brenham. She is survived by great-grandchildren: Aaron, Joshua, Coby and Kailey Strack; Kristy and Katie Collins, Richard, Aaron, and Kyle Curlee; Paige, Payton and Connor Abney; Hayden and Maysen Fontenot; and Alex, Joe and Hanna Kwiatkowski; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to the church or charity of your choice.
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Hintz, Gertrude Louise (Sauer) (28 Nov 1921 - 5 Feb 2002)
Family- Father: R. Clyde Sauer, Mother: M. Frances Perkins, Spouse: Richard M. Strockbine & George Robert Hintz Sr Cemetery: Sealy Cemetery (D) References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Houston Chronicle, February 7, 2002-
Gertrude L. Hintz, 80, of Sealy, died Tuesday, February 5, 2002, in Houston.
She is survived by 4 sons and 2 step-daughters, Richard C. (Sonny) Strockbine Sr. and wife, Doris, of Sunrise, FL, George R. Hintz and wife, Pat, of Houston, Wayne W. Hintz of Sealy, Lewis M. Hintz and wife, Becky, of Sealy, Emalyn Buchtien of Houston, Gloria Anderlla and husband, Florian, of Houston; sister, Helen Gallaghen of Charlotte, NC; 11 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Friday, Feb. 8th, 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. and funeral services to be held Saturday, Feb. 9th, at 10-00 a.m., all held at the St. John's Episcopal Church, 515 Meyer Street in Sealy, Texas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Lung Association or St. John's Episcopal Church of Sealy.
Knesek Family Funeral Chapels, 768 Fourth, Sealy, Texas 77474. (979)885-3535.
Hintz, Jesse Helen (McGuire) (17 Mar 1914 - 18 Apr 2013)
Family- Spouse: Leonard Ben Hintz Cemetery: Sealy Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Houston Chronicle, April 20, 2013-
Mrs. Leonard (Helen) Hintz, 99, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord and Savior early Thursday morning. She passed away at Spanish Meadows Nursing Home in Katy.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lester McGuire and Jesse Raymond McGuire; husband, Leonard Hintz; and sister, Mae Peterson.
She is survived by her daughter, Jane Hurst and husband, Billy, of Brookshire; grandchildren, Tammy Owens and husband, John, Jason Franz and wife, Tammy, Barrett Franz and wife, Debbie; great-grandchildren, Jacob Franz, Carson Owens, Coleman Franz, Jamicyn Franz, Saundie Franz, Landa Owens, and Jaycie Franz; and several nieces and nephews.
Memorials- First United Methodist Church, 200 Atchison, Sealy, Texas 77474. The family wishes to thank the staff at Colonial Belle Nursing Facility in Sealy and the staff at Spanish Meadows Nursing Facility in Katy.
Funeral services are at 3-30 pm Sunday, April 21, 2013, at Knesek Bros. Hwy 36 Chapel, 1140 Meyer St./Hwy 36, in Sealy, with visitation from 2-00 pm until service time.
Knesek Funeral Home in Sealy in charge of arrangements www.knesekfuneralhome.com.
Hintz, Joachim H. (8 Nov 1841 - 1 Jul 1920)
Veteran: CWCSA, PVT, Waul's Texas Legion, Voigt's Co; POW Family- Father: Joachim Hintz, Mother: Henrietta Anna Maria “Jetchen” Siems, Spouse: Alinna “Minna” Schneider Cemetery: Millheim Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Enlisted 6/7/1862 (or 6/11/1862).
Woonded and captured at Yazoo City.
Sent to Gratiot Street Prison in St. Louis and transferred to Camp Morton in Indianapolis on August 13, 1863.
Transferred for exchange March 15, 1865.
Hintz, Leroy (30 Nov 1927 - 9 Sep 2016)
Veteran: WW2, PFC, US Army, 97 AAA BN Family- Father: Jake Henry Hintz, Mother: Mary Emma Kulow, Spouse: Adelle Ruth Maresh Cemetery: Sealy Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Leroy Hintz of Sealy, Texas passed away on September 9, 2016. He was 88 years old. Mr. Hintz was born November 30, 1927, the son of Jake and Mary Hintz.
He attended public school in Sealy where he participated in FFA and was part of the football team that won Bi-District in 1943. Mr. Hintz graduated from Sealy High School in 1945, joining the U. S. Army shortly thereafter. He served in the 97th AAA Battalion in Hawaii as an antiaircraft crewman and was honorably discharged in August of 1947. After returning home, Leroy began working at the Katy Gas Cycling Plant, which was owned by the Humble Oil and Refining Company, a predecessor of today's Exxon Mobile Corp. He retired from Exxon Mobile in 1986 as Plant Superintendent of the Katy Gas Plant.
Mr. Hintz was married to Adelle Ruth Maresh on October 8, 1950. He was a long time member of the First Presbyterian Church of Sealy, serving as an elder, as treasurer, and on various committees. He had also been active in the Athletic Booster Club of Sealy High School, served as an adult leader and Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop #557, and had been on the Board of Trustees of Sealy ISD. Mr. Hintz had very fond memories of growing up in the Sealy area and especially enjoyed his time working with the Boy Scouts. However, his family was his greatest pleasure.
Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Adelle Maresh Hintz; sons, David, Curtis, and Michael Hintz; daughter-in-law, Sheila Morrison Hintz; and grandchildren, Kevin and Courtney Hintz. He is also survived by brother-in-law, Irvin Koeppen; sister-in-law, Johnnie Ruth Maresh; as well as numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Mr. Hintz was preceded in death by his parents, Jake and Mary Hintz; brothers, Eugene and Harold Hintz; and sisters, Florine Quinton and Bessie Koeppen; along with the spouses of Eugene and Florene; and other in-laws.
Funeral services Thursday, September 15, 2016, First Presbyterian Church of Sealy at 10-00 am, with Rev. Ken Richter officiating. Visitation Wednesday, September 14, 20016, Knesek Funeral Home at 768 Fourth Street. From 5-00 pm until 7-00 pm. www.knesekfuneralhome.com.
Hintzel, James Edward "Big Jim" (27 Sep 1936 - 25 Dec 2016)
Veteran: Vietnam, PFC, USAR Family- Father: Edward James Hintzel, Mother: Willie Mae Kaliszewski, Spouse: Mary Diserens Cemetery: Oak Knoll Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
James Edward "Big Jim" Hintzel, 80, of Bellville, Texas, passed away Sunday, December 25, 2016, at his home. He was born September 27, 1936 in Bellville, Texas, the son of James Edward and Willie Mae (Kaliszewsky) Hintzel. Jim grew up and attended schools in the Bellville area, graduating from Bellville High School in 1956. After high school, he joined the United States Army Reserves and was Honorably Discharged in 1964.
Jim was united in marriage to Mary Diserens on November 18, 1961 in Houston, Texas. He was employed with Cameron Iron Works for 33 years, retiring in 1998. Jim enjoyed model railroading. He spent his past time sitting outside on his stool under his workshop, drinking a cold beverage from his Tupperware cup. Jim was active in the Austin County Fair Association.
Jim is survived by his wife of over 55 years, Mary Hintzel of Bellville; sons, Gary Hintzel, Larry Hintzel and his wife, Stephanie, and Mike Hintzel and his wife, Mae, all of Bellville; five grandsons; brothers, Melvin Hintzel and his wife, Elinor, of Bellville, and Marvin Hintzel of Bellville. He is also survived by his brothers-in-laws and sisters-in-laws, Hot Shot Diserens and his wife, Helen, and Preacher Diserens and his wife, Cynthia, all of North Zulch; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, and his sister-in-law, Barbara Hintzel.
Visitation is scheduled for Friday, December 30, 2016, from 10-00 AM until 11-00 AM at Schmidt Funeral Home, 12029 Hwy. 36 South, Bellville, Texas 77418. A funeral service will begin at 11-00 AM. Burial will be in Oak Knoll Cemetery in Bellville.
Hinze, Mary Edna (Kiesewetter) (26 Dec 1907 - 18 Jun 2003)
Family- Father: Chas/Carl Kiesewetter, Mother: Ida Dahms, Spouse: Hugo William Hinze Cemetery: Sealy Cemetery References: GenFolks
Bellville Times
Thursday, July 03, 2003
Funeral services for Mary Hinze, 95, of Sealy, Texas were held Saturday, June 21, 2003 at 10 a.m. from Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Mark Anderson officiating. Interment was at Sealy Cemetery in Sealy.
Serving as pallbearers were Carl L. Brown, Jodie Kiesewetter, Fred Hein, Jr., Henry Ganske, Henry Schneider, and Robert Richter.
Born in Millheim, Mary Edna Kiesewetter was the daughter of Carl and Ida (Dahms) Kiesewetter. She was baptized and confirmed into the Lutheran faith on November 10, 1923 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Gay Hill, Texas.
She married Hugo William Hinze on November 16, 1927 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Wallis. She and Hugo lived on a farm for 32 years in Rexville community until he passed away on July 27, 1959. She then moved to the town of Sealy.
She lived at Silver Lakes Retirement Community until she went to Colonial Belle Nursing Home. Mary was a member of the Ladies Aid and Trinity Lutheran Church.
Mary Edna Hinze passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2003 in Sealy, Texas.
Survived by one sister Minnie Reinecker of Wallis, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband Hugo Hinze, parents Carl and Ida Dahms Kiesewetter, brothers August, Robert, Max, Charlie, Alfred and Walter Kiesewetter, sisters Hattie Brown, Frieda Reader, Annie Ganske and Erna Delhorst.
Funeral services under the direction of Knesek Family Funeral Chapels, Sealy, Texas.
Posted by Joy Neely
Hinze, Verna Belle (Frank) (28 May 1916 - 2006)
Family- Father: Edmond Frank, Mother: Olga Graf, Spouse: Harry August Hinze References: GenFolks
Galveston Daily News - May 23, 2006
Santa Fe - Mrs. Verna Belle Hinze passed from this life Sunday, May 21, 2006, in Texas City.
Born May 28, 1916, in Bellville, Texas, Mrs. Hinze had been a resident of Santa Fe for 25 years, previously of Galveston. She had been a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and was an excellent seamstress who loved to sew, had received numerous awards at the Galveston County Fair for her quilting and canned pickles, enjoyed working in her garden, cooking, and was a member of Ladies Auxiliary to the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen.
She was preceded in death by beloved husband, Harry August Hinze; parents, Edmond and Olga (Graf) Frank; brother, Ralph Frank; sister, Viola Hoak. Survivors include her children, Gilbert Ray Hinze and wife, Mary Ellen of Batson, Texas, Lois Ann Orsak and husband, James Clifton of Freeport, Florida, Larry Wayne Hinze and wife, Sandy of Santa Fe; grandchildren, Terry Moore, Lisa Theiler, Michelle Lawless, Mitchell Hinze, Daryn Hinze, Carol Ann Walker, Stephen James Orsak; seven great grandchildren; sister Lorine Luedeck of Tomball.
Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 24, 2006, in the chapel of Hayes Funeral Home with Pastor Beverly Collinsworth officiating. Interment will follow at Grace Memorial Park Cemetery.
Casketbearers will be Daryn Hinze, Mitchell Hinze, Jeff Lawless, Loyd Moore, Stephen Orsak and Frank Theiler.
Friends may call from 5 - 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, 10412 Highway 6, (409) 925-3501.
Those who wish may make memorials in the form of donations to A-Med Hospice, 8901 Emmett F. Lowry Expwy, Ste. B. Texas City, Texas 77591.
www.hayesfuneralhome.com
Posted by Jerry Lee Frank
Hlavaty, Josef (7 Sep 1862 - 27 Jan 1946)
Cemetery: Krasna Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Rosenberg Herald, February 8, 1946-
Mr. Joseph Hlavaty died at the home of his daughter, a widow, at Snook, Texas, Sunday, January 27, 1945, at the age of 83 years, 4 months and 20 days.
Mr. Hlavaty was born on September 7, 1862, in Moravia, Czechoslovakia. In 1912, he left the country of his birth, with his wife and children and came to Texas. They settled near Wallis, where they were engaged in farming. He was also a good musician. He quit farming in 1929, after all his children left their childhood home, and went to Snook, Texas to live with his widowed daughter, Mrs. Rose Vajdak. He helped her in every way he could.
Mr. Hlavaty became dangerously ill in 1937 and it seemed that his earthly days were counted, but he got well; however, since that time he never seemed the same. His body was weakened and on January 14, a stroke deprived him of his speech and he died on January 27, 1946, at 2-30 p.m.
The body was brought overland to Wallis, by the Knezek's Funeral Home ambulance. Funeral services were held January 29, 1946, at the Presbyterian church at Wallis, with Rev. J.R. Vilt of Needville, officiating. The Knezek Funeral Home had charge of funeral arrangements. Interment took place in the Krasna cemetery.
Deceased leaves to mourn his departure, two sons, Frank and John, both of Houston; 7 daughters, Mrs. Rose Vajdak, Mrs. Frances Senk of Snook, Mrs. Stephanie Walzel of Beasley, Miss Bessie Hlavaty of Houston, Mrs. Emily Kolaja of Needville, Mrs. Cecilie Turner and Mrs. Martha Stephens of Houston; 19 grandchildren and 4 great-grandhildren and other relatives and friends.
His wife preceded him in death in 1924 and one son, Joeph, died in the service of his country two years ago.
May he rest in peace and may the Almighty God comfort our mourning friends.
Hluchan, Charles Michael, Sr. (18 Mar 1929 - 16 Oct 2019)
Veteran: Korea, PFC, US Army Family- Father: Henry Lawrence Hluchan, Mother: Frances Christine Zaruba, Spouse: Lottie Ann Borgel Cemetery: Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Charles M. Hluchan, age 90, of Sealy, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2019. He was born on March 18, 1929 in Sealy to Henry and Frances Hluchan.
Charlie was a lifetime resident of Sealy, Texas. After graduating from Sealy High School, he served in the United States Army. After his military service, he followed in his father's footsteps working as a barber in Sealy until his retirement.
He was an avid sports fan, playing football, baseball, basketball, and tennis in high school. He later coached the Immaculate Conception Blue Jays junior high football team for several years as well as pee wee and little league baseball teams in Sealy. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, as well as amateur radio, earning the call sign N5XVY.
Charlie is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Frances Hluchan; siblings, Claudia Moore, Mary Childers, Billy Hluchan, and Dorothy Gilleland.
He is survived by his wife, Lottie Ann Hluchan; sister and brother-in-law, Ann & Alvin Marek; son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Elaine Hluchan; granddaughter, Michelle Manning and her husband, Wes; granddaughter, Laura Grimsrud and her husband, Jeff; and great-grandson, Ethan Grimsrud. He is also survived by many beloved nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
Visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, October 22, 2019, from 5-00 PM until 7-00 PM at Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel, 768 Fourth Street, Sealy, Texas 77474. A rosary will begin at 7-00 PM. Funeral services will be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 600 Fourth St., Sealy, Texas 77474 on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at 11-00 AM. Burial will follow at Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, 811 Main St., Sealy, TX.
Hluchan, Henry Lawrence (1 May 1895 - 8 Jan 1975)
Family- Father: Michal Hluchan, Mother: Anna Wolcik, Spouse: Frances Christine Zaruba Cemetery: Sealy Cemetery (C) References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Henry Hluchan,
Retired Barber,
Buried Thursday.
Funeral services for Henry L Hluchan, 79, were held in the Chapel of the Pete E. Etlinger Funeral Home here at 2-00 PM on Thursday, January 9, with interment in Sealy Cemetery. The Rev. Carleton Dyer of the First United Methodist Church officiated.
Pallbearers were grandsons. Michael C. Moore, Larry L. Childers, David C. Marek, Roger Gilleland, Jr., Frank W. Hluchan, Jr., and Charles M. Hluchan.
The remaining grandchildren Thomas G. Moore, Ronald J. Marek, Jimmy Moore, James Mark, and Stephen Gilleland, Diane Marek and Kay Ann Hluchan, were named honorary pallbearers.
Mr. Hluchan was born in San Felipe May 1, 1895, was reared in Sealy and attended public school here. On August 8, 1916 he was united in marriage with Miss Francis Zeruba. By vocation he was a barber for fifty years, having now retired. Over the years, his chief hobby was fishing, which he enjoyed until his recent illness.
Mr. Hallucin passed away in the Sealy Medical Center at 4-00 AM January 8, following a few days illness. He entered the hospital Monday, January 6.
Survivors are his four daughters. Mrs. Henry F. (Claudia) Moore of Bellaire, Mrs. Ellis B. (Mary) Childers of Sealy, Mrs. Alvin J. (Ann) Marek of Wallis, and Mrs. Roger (Dorothy) Gilleland of Temple; two sons, Charles M. Hluchan and Frank W. Hluchan of Sealy; 13 grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Hluchan, his wife who passed away February 18, 1958, four brothers and one sister.
Pete E. Etlinger Funeral Home of Sealy, was in charge of arrangements.
https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1528256/m1/11/zoom/?q=Henry%20Hluchan&resolution=3&lat=5548.90123497422&lon=3612.3486749311414
Hodges, Charles H. "Chuck" (11 Jun 1926 - 21 Dec 2003)
Family- Father: Edward Hodges, Mother: Martha Rodgers, Spouse: Dorothy Cemetery: 1861 Pilgrim's Rest Cemetery References: GenFolks
Funeral services for Charles H. "Chuck" Hodges, 77, of Sealy were held on Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2003 at 1 p.m. from Christian City Fellowship with Rev. Rusty Griffin officiating. Interment was in Pilgrims Rest Cemetery in Bellville.
Serving as pallbearers were David Hoff, Steven Manak, Charles Hoff, Darrell Myers, Wade Hodges and Shan Hodges.
"I was in the Spirit on the Lord's day, and heard behind me a great voice, as of a trumpet..." Revelation 1-10
Charles H. "Chuck" Hodges was called home by his Lord on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2003 at 5 p.m. at the age of 77.
He was born June 11, 1926 in Bradley, Arkansas to parents Edward and Martha (Rodgers) Hodges. Charles and Miss Dorothy McCown were united in marriage on Feb. 19, 1949 in Conroe, Texas. With the exception of 15 years in Ridgecrest, California, they lived in or around Conroe, Texas until they moved to Bellville in 1979. Charles worked throughout his life as a truck driver, school custodian, and as a foreman for Ingersoll Rand until a near fatal fall in 1980 causing a severe brain injury forcing him to retire early and left him without a sense of taste or smell in addition to being color blind since birth. After he regained much of him memory and learned to drive again due to the patient teaching of his wife, his greatest joy was to serve his church by mowing the grass and serving as a custodian and general handyman. He also mowed the grass for church members, often refusing payment.
He accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior when he was 29 years old. After that time he served the Lord as a deacon, church treasurer, Sunday School superintendent, youth worker, and by playing the guitar. He was a member of Ridgecrest Assembly of God in California and Woodland Park Assembly of God around the Conroe area prior to moving to Bellville.
Before moving to Bellville, Chuck and Dorothy prayed for an Assembly of God Church to begin in the area so that their daughter Martha and her family would have an Assembly of God Church to attend. Upon learning of Rev. Clyde Drake's desire to begin an Assembly of God Church in Sealy, Texas, Chuck and Dorothy felt God impressing them to support that work and later moved to Bellville to join in the work of establishing the new church. They joined Sealy Assembly of God, now known as Christian City Fellowship, while services were still held in the landmark building in the downtown area and worked diligently to complete the building at 1140 Meyer Street. Chuck was appointed as the church's first treasurer and also served as a deacon and guitarist. He faithfully attend that church until his death.
He is survived by his wife Dorothy Hodges of Bellville, daughter Martha Elshick and husband Jesse of Bellville; son Larry Hodges and wife Carla of Sweeny; grandchildren Marie Myers, David L. Hoff, Charles W. Hoff, Donica Manak, Shan Hodges, Amy King, Wade Hodges and Erin Hodges; great grandchildren, Bonnie, Zain, Ryan, Dylan, Nichalos, Taryn, Madison, Nichalos, and Braden, Johnny and Herman and sisters, Jessie, Mildred and Opal.
When asked how he was, Chuck would say, "I'm still breathing" and his family is rejoicing that he is in heaven breathing the pure air, tasting and smelling without problem, seeing the brilliant colors of God's presence and is praising with a clear and completely healed mind.
Funeral services were under the direction of Knesek Family Funeral Chapel, Sealy, Texas.
Hodges, Irene Agnes (Starustka) (3 Mar 1936 - 7 Jan 2024)
Family- Father: Emil Starustka, Mother: Agnes Gajewskey, Spouse: Talmage Blaine Hodges, Children: Donald Blaine Hodges, Deborah Hodges Cemetery: Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Fort Bend Herald, January 11, 2024-
Irene Hodges grew up in Frydek before her parents, Emil and Agnes Starustka, moved and built their home in Wallis. An only child, she was fortunate to have both sets of grandparents and enjoyed the company of her cousins when growing up.
Irene met and married her husband, Talmage, of 70 years, when she was going to Wallis High School. They were married at Guardian Angel Catholic Church. She left her home to be with her new husband, Tal, where he was working on bridge construction sites across Texas. A year later, their son, Donnie, was born, and 10 months after, daughter, Debbie, arrived, so Irene was both a young wife and mother before turning 20. The young couple lived in a small trailer house and moved around to towns like Gainesville, Hillsboro, Longview, and Claude, Texas. When Donnie and Debbie were seven and six, Irene and Talmage decided to settle down in Wallis where they built their first house on land near her parents, the Starustkas. The children were enrolled in Guardian Angel Catholic School.
Irene and Tal enjoyed playing volleyball at the Lutheran Church, visiting friends, playing card and domino games, such as 42, and dancing. They loved to travel, from annual drives to see the bluebonnets, to day trips with grandkids, sometimes in their RV, to Puerto Vallarta, MX, skiing in Colorado, and Amish Country in Pennsylvania.
Irene was a member of the Wallis Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court Queen of Angels #1538 for 55 years; she sold Avon Products, wrote local news for The Sealy News, and worked at Texas Instruments for several years while her son and daughter were in school. She was artistic, painted in oils and acrylics, made lovely floral arrangements, and kept a beautiful home. She was a wonderful cook and an accomplished snow skier. Irene's first love was her family; a loving mother, she doted on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Diagnosed with Alzheimer's Dementia over seven years ago, Irene became worse during the COVID pandemic. A fall which broke her hip caused her to lose mobility. Ongoing decline required her to be moved to a memory care facility.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Agnes and Emil Starustka, and her husband, Talmage Blaine Hodges.
Survived by her son, Donald Blaine Hodges (Veronica); daughter, Deborah Hodges Ortiz; grandchildren, Layla Christensen (Steve), Derek Blaine Hodges (Le'Ann), Brian Ortiz, and Jonathan Ortiz (Katherine); great-grandchildren, Schyler, Tyler, and Kacey Christensen, Charlotte Marie Ortiz, Marielle and Carolina Ortiz.
Services will be held at Guardian Angel Catholic Church, 5610 Demel St. in Wallis on Saturday, January 13. Visitation begin at 9-30 am., rosary at 10-30, and funeral mass at 11-00 a.m., followed by burial at Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, 833 Main St., Sealy, Texas.
Donations can be made to The Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org in her memory.
Hodges, Talmage Blaine (26 Nov 1935 - 3 Apr 2023)
Family- Father: Benjamin Franklin Hodges, Mother: Ruby, Spouse: Irene Agnes Starustka Cemetery: Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Talmage Blaine Hodges was born on November 26, 1935, to Benjamin Franklin and Ruby Hodges in Frankell, Texas. He grew up around Breckenridge and went to work with his brother Frank at Harry Newton Construction building bridges throughout Texas.
It was while building a bridge on SH 60 on the San Bernard River between Wallis and East Bernard, he found the love of his life Irene Starustka. They were married in 1952 at Guardian Angel Catholic Church in Wallis and remained together for over 70 Years.
They had two children, a son Donald, and a daughter Debbie. The family moved around the state for various bridge jobs until the children started elementary school and they decided to settle in Wallis.
Talmage went to work at Allied Concrete in Rosenberg and remained there for almost 25 years, eventually becoming President and General Manager.
In the 1980s he started Hodges Ready Mix in Richmond (originally called H-K Ready Mix) and he and his son Donald operated the company for over 25 years.
He enjoyed spending time with his family most of all, either traveling, hunting, fishing, snow skiing, and ranching. He was a long-time parishioner at Guardian Angel Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus for 50 years.
Later in life, he suffered from COPD. He died on April 3, 2023, in Sugar Land, Texas.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Bernice, and brothers Joe and Frank Hodges.
He is survived by his lifelong partner Irene Hodges, his son Donald (Veronica) and daughter Debbie. Grandchildren Layla Christensen (Steve), Derek Hodges (Le'Ann), Brian Ortiz, and Jonathan (Katherine) and Great - Grandchildren Schyler, Tyler and Kacey Christensen, Charlotte Marie Ortiz, and Marielle and Carolina Ortiz.
Visitation will be at Knesek Funeral Home, 122 N. First St., Wallis, Texas from 2-00 - 4-00 p.m. on Sunday, April 16th, followed by Rosary. Funeral Mass at Guardian Angel Catholic Church, 5610 Demel St., Wallis, Texas at 11-00 a.m. Monday, April 17th, followed by Burial in Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, 833 Main St., Sealy, Texas.
Hoff, Anita Ida (Zander) (26 Mar 1908 - 7 Oct 1997)
Family- Father: Richard Zander, Mother: Annie Heel, Spouse: Walter Hoff Cemetery: 1861 Pilgrim's Rest Cemetery References: GenFolks
The Bellville Times Thursday, October 16, 1997
Funeral services for Anita Hoff, 89, of Brenham (formerly of Bellville) were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, 1997 from the Knesek Bros./Etlinger Funeral Chapel in Bellville with the Rev. Willie Rotter officiating. Interment was in Pilgrim's Rest Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers were Gary Grawunder, Richard Grawunder, Robert Lueckermyer Jr., Vernon Brunker Jr., Edward Hoff and A. M. Brast.
Born March 26, 1908 in the community of Ives Creek, Anita Ida Zander was the daughter of Richard Zander and Annie (Heel) Zander. Anita Grew upin the Ives Creek Community and attended Piney and Ives Creek public schools.
On Nov. 6, 1927 whe married Mr. Walter Hoff in Bellville.
Anita was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville. She was a lifetime homemaker.
Anita Ida Hoff Died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 1997 in a Brenham nursing home.
Survived by her brother Herbert Zander and wife Edna of Bellville; her nieces, Anita Kramer and Mrs. Gary (Gladys) Grawunder, also of bellville, 4 great nieces, Dr Traci Kramer, Annie Brunker, Tiffany Kramer and Rhonda Grawunder; and 1 great nephew, Richard Grawunder.
Memorial contributions may be made to the St. John Lutheran Church Scholarship Fund.
Funeral services were under the direction of Knesek Bros./Etlinger Funeral Chapel of Bellville.
Submitted by Jerry Lee Frank
Hoff, Edgar Albert (8 Nov 1903 - 10 Dec 1950)
Family- Father: Karl Jacob Wilhelm Hoff, Mother: Louisa Schroeder Cemetery: Oak Knoll Cemetery (B - 42 I-8) References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Bellville Times
Dec. 14, 1950
Vol. 72 No. 50
Rites Held Tuesday for Edgar A. Hoff, Well Known Local Man
The Rev. Ralph E. Dille officiated at funeral services held at the Etlinger Funeral Chapel at 2-30 p.m. Tuesday, for Edgar A. Hoff, well known Bellville resident and employee of the Humble Oil & Refining company.
Interment was at Oak Knoll Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Kinch Koehn, Herbert Vogelpohl, Malcolm Carpenter, Roland Remmert, Alwood Hartman and George W. Muery.
A large crowd of friends attended the services.
Hoff, Elda (Mewis) (2 Sep 1907 - 15 Apr 1996)
Family- Father: Richard William Mewis, Mother: Adele Brockman, Spouse: Edgar A Cemetery: Oak Knoll Cemetery (B - 42 I-8) References: GenFolks
Bellville Times Obit April 25, 1996
Graveside services for Elda Hoff, 88, of Granbury, Texas were held at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 18, 1996 from Oak Knoll Cemetery in Bellville with the Rev. Thomas Wallace officiating.
Honorary pallbearers for the service were David and Stephen Hoff, Zackery and David Warren, Douglas Mewis and Bill Kaliszewski.
Elda Mewis was born Sept. 2, 1907 in Bellville, the daughter of Richard William and Adele Brockman Mewis. She was raised in Bellville and attended Bellville public schools.
On March 26, 1932, Elda and Mr. Edgar Albert Hoff were united in marriage in Sealy, Texas.
Elda was a member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Bellville and was a lifetime homemaker.
Elda Mewis Hoff died Monday, April 15, 1996 in Glen Rose, Texas.
She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law Edgar A. and Judy Hoff of Granbury, Texas and Karl R. and Sue Hoff, also of Granbury; her sisters Lottie Falk and Margaret Kaliszewski, her brother Marvin Mewis, all of Bellville; her grandchildren Sherri Warren, Terri Stewart, David Hoff and Stephen Hoff; her great-granchildren Carmen Stewart Moore, Zackery Warren, Whitney Warren and Peyton Warren and her great-great-granchildren Cayla and Caitlyn Moore.
She was preceded in death by her parents Richard and Adele Mewis; husband Edgar Hoff; sisters Della Bender and Norma Frank and brothers Roland, Roman, Delmus, Gilbert and Ruben Mewis.
Funeral services were under the direction of the Knesek Bros./Etlinger Funeral Chapel of Bellville.
Submitted by Jerry Lee Frank
Hoff, Louisa (Schroeder) (10 Dec 1870 - 5 Dec 1963)
Family- Father: Joachim Schroeder Cemetery: Coshatte Cemetery References: GenFolks
Mrs. Karl Hoff, 92, dies at Ennis
Mrs. Karl Hoff, the former Miss Louise Schroeder, died at an Ennis Hospital, Thursday December 5, at 2-40 p.m. She was 92 years of age. The Reverend C.H. Rose officiated at the funeral rites held Saturday, December 7, at 2 p.m. at the chapel of the Pete Etlinger funeral home in Bellville. Interment was at the Coshatte Cemetery. Pallbears, member of the Sons of Hermann lodge, were Joe Schavrda, Erich Witte, Allen Garling, Chris Seyer, Leroy Kruger, and Jack Bader.
Mrs. Hoff was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joachim Schroeder. She was born in Germany December 10, 1870, coming to the United States at the age of one, and settling near Bellville She attended the Piney School, and was of the Lutheran faith. Her marriage to the late Mr. Hoff, who died December 25, 1933, was solemnized in Bellville.
For the past 14 years she had made her home with a daughter, Mrs. Fred Calhoun, at Ennis. She spent most of her life in this area. Surviving are two daughters Mrs. Hattie Brooks of Houston and Mrs. Calhoun of Ennis; two sons Edwin Hoff of Madrill, Oklahoma and Mr. Charles Hoff of Lake Arthur La.; four sisters Mrs. Lena Grube and Mrs. Ben Frank of Bellville, Mrs. Emil Rogge of Rosenburg and Mrs. Meta Carter of Bryan; two brothers Herman Schroeder of Texas City and Otto Schroeder of Rosenberg; nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Submitted by Jerry Lee Frank
Hoff, Rebel Awilda (Nation) (25 Apr 1918 - 9 Apr 2014)
Family- Father: Richard Columbus Nation, Mother: Lilly Faye Pitts, Spouse: Alvin Louis Hoff Cemetery: 1861 Pilgrim's Rest Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Bellville Times
Rebel Awilda Hoff was born on April 25, 1918, in a small community of Birdtown near Blossom, Texas in Lamar County to parents R.C. (Bob) Nation and Lilly Faye Pitts Nation.
Rebel attended public school in Birdtown and graduated from Pasadena High School in 1939. Attended Beauty College and became a beauty operator in Genoa, Texas.
On Jan. 20, 1941 she married Alvin Louis Hoff from Bellville. Rebel and Alvin were successful farmers and ranchers in the Ives Creek community. Rebel worked at Brenham State School from 1975-1985 taking care of residents and doing office work. Her love and joy were her husband, children, grandchildren and great grand- children, as well as all family members and friends. Rebel loved to dance, garden, cook and read. She loved delicious desserts, good food and gatherings with family and friends.
Rebel was baptized at St. John Lutheran Church where she was a lifetime member. She was a member of the Woodmen of the World, participated in the Cochran PTA and 4-H and served as room mother for her children.
Rebel is survived by her son Jerry Hoff and wife Doris, daughter Carolyn Hoff Kopycinski and husband John, sisters Lottie Hiller and Sue McHavier. Grandchildren Becky Hoff Allcorn and husband Guy, Marshall Louis Hoff and wife Shelli, Mark Kopycinski, and Christi Kopycinski Strock and her husband Matt. Great grandchildren Colton Hoff, Caden Hoff, John William Strock, Robert Strock and Will Strock.
Preceded in death by her parents, R.C. (Bob) Nation and Lilly Faye Pitts Nation, husband Alvin Louis Hoff, son Charles Edward Hoff, sisters Virginia Nation Gottwald, Mildred Nation Moore, Bobbie Jamison, Jimmie Rogers, brother Robert H. Nation and several beloved nieces and nephews.
Knesek Funeral Home in Bellville in charge of arrangements- www.knesekfuneralhome.com and at www.facebook.com/knesekfuneralhome
Posted by Joy Neely
Hoff, Theodore (20 Jan 1892 - 18 Jun 1952)
Family- Spouse: Alma Dahms Cemetery: Coshatte Cemetery References: GenFolks
Theodore Hoff Dies Suddenly In Houston
Theodore Hoff of Houston and a native of Bellville, died suddenly and unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 18, less than six weeks after the death of his brother, the late Henry Hoff. He was 60 years of age. Funeral rites were held at the Pete E. Etlinger Funeral home at 4-30 p.m. on Friday, June 20, the Rev. Paul Cullen of Houston officiating.
Palbearers were Edgar Woehst, Edmond Frank, John Grube, Walter Mewis, Ray Payne and Henry Hoff.
Mr. Hoff was born in Bellville January 20, 1892. He attended the Piney and Mittanch schools and became a member of the Lutheran church. A pipe-fitter by trade, he had lived in Houston for a number of years. Mr. Hoff was highly regarded by his friends here and in Houston and elsewhere. Mr. Hoff was married to Miss Alma Dahms, who survives him along with his mother, Mrs. Louise Hoff; two daughters; Mrs. G. P. Burk and Mrs. J. A. Robertson Jr. of Houston; two sisters, Mrs. Fred Calhoun of Ennis and Mrs. Hattie Brooks of Galveston; two brothers Charles Hoff of Plaquamine, La., and Edwin Hoff of Medill, Oklahoma, and three grandchildren.
Submitted by Jerry Lee Frank
Hoff, Weldon Charles (4 Dec 1938 - 17 Jan 2025)
Veteran: Vietnam, A3C, USAF, 1961-65 Family- Father: Harry Lee Hoff Sr, Mother: Ellen Helene Roggemann, Spouse: Beverly J. Trude, Children: Sara Sowa Cemetery: 1861 Pilgrim's Rest Cemetery References: GenFolks
Weldon Charles Hoff was born December 4, 1938, in Bellville to Harry Lee Hoff, Sr. and Ellen Helene Roggemann Hoff. He passed away peacefully in his home on January 17, 2025.
He is survived by his wife Beverly J. Trude Hoff and daughter Sara E. Sowa, son-in-law Mark A. Sowa, sister Loretta Lindley, brother Harry Lee Hoff, Jr., brother David G. Hoff and his wife Charlotte Hoff, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law Claude Lindley, sister-in-law Bonnie Hoff, and sister-in-law Libby Hoff.
Weldon attended the Piney School two room school house and Bellville High School, class of 1957. He played tuba in high school and at A&M University bands.
Weldon served in the US Air Force. After basic training, he was sent to Lowery Air Force Base in Denver, Colorado. He attended Electronics Tech School and B-52 Bomb/Navigation Tech School. When he graduated, he became an instructor for the program.
Weldon also worked an off-base job at the Lake Side Amusement Park in Denver, Colorado, where he met his co-worker Beverly Trude. After completing his enlistment, Weldon proposed to Beverly and they were married at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville on November 27, 1965.
Weldon and Beverly moved to Houston where he worked for Texas Instruments. He worked on many projects including calibrating chart recorders that were used by NASA to monitor the Saturn rocket. Weldon also worked at an avionics shop at the Sugarland Airport. Many stories he would tell of working on the different plane's electronic gear.
Weldon enjoyed square dancing and camping with his wife and daughter. They moved to Bellville where he was good at being a jack of all trades on the farm while still driving into Houston for work. Anything from building a TV set to building a barn he could do.
Weldon was a fan of the Bellville Football and Houston Astros teams. He looked forward to watching as many games as possible.
Weldon will be greatly missed by his church, friends, and loving family.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/weldon-hoff?fh_id=15457
Holland, Eugenia Joe "Jeannie" (Otis) (8 Jan 1944 - 10 Jan 2016)
Family- Spouse: Mervin Lloyd Holland Cemetery: Sealy Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Jeannie Holland, 73, of Sealy, Texas, was born on January 8, 1944 in Austin, Texas to parents Charley Otis and Katherine Brown Otis. She is a sister to 11 siblings. She loved her family dearly and spent most of her life as a homemaker raising her only daughter, Linda. She was very involved with raising Linda and coordinating family visits and trips with the extended family. Later in life she loved to bowl and was on several bowling leagues for years. She loved to do crafts and often had booths in local craft shows. Jeannie loved all of her friends and never met a stranger. She was completely involved with her Church, Trinity Lutheran in Sealy. She loved to play bingo at the local KC Hall.
Jeannie is survived by her daughter, Linda Holland Jones, and son-in-law, David Jones of Waller, and grandson, Brandon Jones. Extended family includes her sister, Betty Haquin and husband, Don, of LA; brothers, Edward Otis of CA, Paul Hello of MS; sisters, Frances Bustin of LA; and many nieces and nephews.
Jeannie was preceded in death by her father, Charley H. Otis, and mother, Katherine Brown Otis; siblings, Jack Hello Otis, Charley Otis Jr., Johnny Otis, Leo Otis, Rosalie Mowry, Marie Huggins, and Sadie Maddox.
Funeral services Saturday, January 14, 2017, at 2-00 pm from Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy, with Rev. Ken Bersche officiating. Visitation Friday, January 13, 2017, from 5-00 pm until 7-00 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church. Interment in Sealy Cemetery.
Pallbearers for the service- Brandon Jones, Bubba Corbin, Chad Naquin, Joseph Alvarado, Donnie Naquin and Billy Hamilton.
www.knesekfuneralhome.com
Holloway, Glinda Lee (Garcia) (10 Nov 1955 - Aug 2013)
Family- Spouse: William Michael Holloway References: GenFolks
Bellville Times
Glinda Lee Garcia Holloway, 57, of Wallis, Texas was born on Nov. 10, 1955, in Port Arthur, Texas.
Glinda was raised by Alice Porter whom she thought of as her mother. After receiving her GED, she attended and graduated from the Memorial Hermann Nursing School, in Houston, Texas, Class of 1992.
On April 26, 1980 she was united in marriage to William Michael Holloway, in Houston, Texas. She enjoyed traveling and shopping.
Glinda is survived by her husband William Michael Holloway of Bellville; sons Michael Lloyd Wise of Chicago, Illinois and William Joseph Holloway and his wife, Alesia, of Houston; grandchildren William Xavier Holloway and Miles Holloway; nephews Bobby Kizziah and Tommy Kizziah; niece Janet Kizziah.
Glinda was preceded in death by her mother, Alice Porter, son, Robert Gaines Mauldin, IV, brothers, Robert “Buddy†Kizziah and “Noddles.â€
Family received friends from 6 p.m. until the Memorial Service.
Memorial service- 7 p.m., Monday, August 26, 2013 , Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel, Bellville, Texas
Memorial gifts may be made to- Bellville Christian Pantry, P.O. Box 345, Bellville, Texas 77418.
Funeral arrangements under the direction of the Schmidt Funeral Home, P.O. Box 610, 12029 Hwy. 36 South, Bellville, Texas 77418 (979)865-2424 - www.schmidtfunerals.com
Posted by Joy Neely
Holmes, Harold Lee, Jr. (23 Dec 1928 - 24 Mar 2015)
Veteran: WW2,Korea, USMC/USAF, 195-52, stationed in US Family- Father: Harold Lee Holmes Sr, Mother: Juanita Kearney, Spouse: Doris Kneisly Cemetery: Sunset Mem Gardens--Odessa References: GenFolks
Bellville Times
Harold Lee Holmes Jr., 86, of Bellville passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2015, in Houston.
He was born Dec. 23, 1928, in Columbus, the son of Harold Lee, Sr. and Juanita Kearney Holmes.
Harold grew up in Columbus, before moving to the Fort Worth area. He enlisted in the Unites States Marine Corp, before transferring to the United States Air Force. Harold graduated from Texas A&M University, with a degree in Engineering. He was employed with Sinclair/Arco, where he held multiple positions, utilizing his engineering skills.
Harold was united in marriage to Doris Kneisly on July 19, 1997, in Bellville. He was a member of the First Baptist Church. Harold loved serving his community by delivering meals to shut-ins, was a member of the Lions Club, a Shriner, Hospice organization volunteer and a loyal supporter of the Wounded Warriors. He also was a member of the Bellville Masonic Lodge #223 AF&AM and Odessa Masonic Lodge #955 AF&AM.
Harold is survived by his loving wife of over 17 years- Doris Holmes of Bellville; son Duane Holmes and his wife, Sherrie, of Odessa; step-daughters Donna Moran and her husband, Daniel, of Bryan and Rhonda Hepner and her husband, Michael, of Tomball; sister Betty Jo Buse of Odessa; grandchildren Elizabeth Holmes and Brandon Holmes, both of Odessa; step-grandchildren Daniel Moran, II and his wife, Stephanie, of O'Fallon, Missouri and Dylan Moran of Bryan; great grandchildren Stephanie Veigel of Arlington, Katalina Villa of Odessa and Austin Veigel of Arlington; and step-great granddaughter Ella Moran of O'Fallon, Missouri. He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Barbara, and sister, Verna Jean.
Funeral service will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 29, 2015, First Baptist Church, Bellville. Pallbearers are Brandon Holmes, Daniel Moran, Dylan Moran, Michael Hepner, John Conley, II, and John J. Conley. Graveside Service will be held at 3 p.m., Monday, March 30, 2015, Sunset Memorial Gardens, Odessa, Texas.
Holmes, Lucious "Wolf" (2 Mar 1949 - 21 Feb 2024)
Family- Father: Willie Holmes, Mother: Elizabeth, Spouse: Georgia Mae Nicholson, Children: Barbara Hones, Angelia Green, Tamika Young, Eunice Knight, Charles Hohnson Cemetery: Buckhorn Cemetery References: GenFolks
Lucious Charles Holmes was born to the late Willie and Elizabeth Holmes on Wednesday March, 2,1949, in Bellville, Texas. He was one of twelve children born to this union.
Lucious attended Spice Elementary, Union Center School, Austin County High School and Bellville High School.
Lucious was known to family and friends as “Wolfâ€, a name given to him by his cousins, Gussie who called himself “wolfmanâ€.
He was baptized under the leadership of the late Reverend Godman in 1965, and united with Samuel Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, then later moved to Isaiah Community African Methodist Episcopal Church.
Lucious was united in holy matrimony on September 18, 1966 to Ms. Georgia Mae Nicholson. To this union four daughters were born.
Lucious moved his family to Houston, Texas. Where he began working as a welder. Later in life he gained a passion for driving 18-wheeler trucks. He loved driving on any open road, delivering from state to state, and making lots of money along the way. Lucious retired from driving 18-wheelers 35 years later. He enjoyed hunting, shooting pool, riding motorcycles, master mechanic, playing dominos, and he had a passion for barbequing ribs, chicken, sausage, rabbit, coons, and anything else you would want him to put on that barrel pit, he would do it.
He is preceded in death by his parents; Willie and Elizabeth Holmes, three brothers; David, Robert and Lonnie Holmes, and one daughter; Barbara Holmes Jones. One great grandson; Jay'Ceon Zuber, and one great granddaughter; Ni'Jah Johnson (cookie).
He survived by his four children; daughters Angelia Holmes Green, Tamika Holmes Young of Houston, Texas. Eunice Holmes Knight of Richmond, Texas, and son Charles Johnson, of Colorado Springs; 17 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren. Four sisters; Glady Jenkins (Freely), of Houston, Texas, Alice Earthman (Edward), Bobbie Turner, of Bellville, Texas, Alberta Brandiberg (Lenel), of Sealy, Texas. Four Brothers; L.C. (Sonny) Curry, Willie D Holmes (Elizabeth), Elijah Holmes (Sallie), Charles R. Holmes (Gail), of Bellville, Texas, and in host of nieces and nephews, and host of family and friends.
https://www.millerjosey.com/obituaries/Lucious-Holmes?obId=30852796#/obituaryInfo
Holmes, Willie D. "Rabbit" (13 Jul 1918 - Jul 2013)
Veteran: WW2, TEC5, US Army, 1942-45, Germany Family- Father: Elijah Holmes, Mother: Katie, Spouse: Elizabeth Curry Cemetery: Buckhorn Cemetery References: GenFolks
Bellville Times
Willie Holmes was born on July 13, 1918 in Austin County to the late Elijah and Katie Holmes. He was the first of four children born to this union. He grew up in Buckhorn and attended the Buckhorn community school.
Willie, who was known as Rabbit, confessed his hope in Christ at an early age. He attended Samuel Chapel AME Church in the Buckhorn community. After the closing of the church, he became a faithful member of the Isaiah Community AME Church and he served under the leadership of Reverend Luther Shaw until his passing.
On June 27, 1942 Rabbit enlisted into the United States Army. He served his country in World War II and was honorable discharged on Dec. 18, 1945. While serving his country, Rabbit received three medals- The EAME Campaign Medal, the Good Conduct Medal and the WWII Victory Medal.
Rabbit met and married his longtime sweetheart, Elizabeth Curry. To this union, they were blessed with 12 children.
Rabbit attended the Bellville Veterans School of Agriculture and Prairie View A&M University in the late forties and early fifties and he was a successful farmer of cotton, corn and hay for many years. He also worked as an electrician assistant. He retired from the City of Bellville Water Department after 20 years of service. During his tenure of life, he befriended many residents of Bellville and he became well known in this town.
Rabbit is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, two siblings, three sons, three grandsons and four great grandchildren.
He is survived by his sister Lorene Philpot of Houston, sister-in-law, Jessie Holmes, children; L.C, Willie, Jr. (Elizabeth) Gladys (Freely), Luscious, Alice (Edward), Elijah (Sallie), Alberta Lenel), Bobbie (Robert Turner, Sr.) and Charles (Gail), 43 grandchildren, 64 great-grandchildren and a host of great-great grandchildren, family, friends and relatives.
Funeral service was Saturday, July 20, 2013, noon at Bellville High School .
Visitation was Friday, July 19, 2013, 5-8 p.m. at Miller-Josey Mortuary
Interment was Saturday, July 20, 2013 at Buckhorn Cemetery
Posted by Joy Neely
Holtkamp, Doris Jean (Stallbaum) (29 Dec 1929 - 5 Mar 2019)
Family- Father: Edward H Stalbaum, Mother: Norma Brandt, Spouse: Henry Gustav “Hank” Holtkamp Jr Cemetery: Sealy Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Doris S. Holtkamp, 89, of Bryan, Texas passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, in Bryan, Texas.
Doris Stalbaum Holtkamp was born in the Bellville area of Austin County, Texas on December 20, 1929 to parents Edward and Norma Stalbaum. She graduated from Bellville High School and Durhams Business College in Houston, Texas. Doris worked for the original Austin County State Bank for eight years and retired from Exxon-Mobil, where she worked as an accounting clerk, after thirty-three years of service.
She is preceded in death by her parents Ed and Norma Stalbaum, and her husband, Henry Holtkamp, Jr.
Doris is survived by her sister, Joy and her husband, Robert Schulz, of College Station, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation is scheduled for Thursday, March 7, 2019, from 5-00 PM to 7-00 PM at Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel, 768 Fourth Street in Sealy, Texas. The funeral service will be held on Friday, March 8, 2019 at 2-00 PM at Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow at Sealy Cemetery.
Holtkamp, Henry Gustav "Hank", Jr (14 Aug 1924 - 27 Jan 2004)
Veteran: WW2, PFC, US Army, 2 yrs, Pacific Family- Father: Henry William Holtkamp Sr, Mother: Emma Louise Finke, Spouse: Doris Jean Stalbaum Cemetery: Sealy Cemetery (A) References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Houston Chronicle, January 29, 2004-
Henry "Hank" Holtkamp, Jr., 79, of Sealy, died January 27, 2004 in Katy, Texas. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 30, 2004, at 2-00 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy, with Rev. Mark Anderson officiating. Interment will be at Sealy Cemetery in Sealy. Knesek Family Funeral Chapels 768 Fourth Street Sealy, Texas 77474 979-885-3535.
Holub, Charles Bohumil, Jr (16 Jan 1932 - 27 Jul 2024)
Veteran: Korea, US Army Family- Father: Charles Holub, Mother: Elenora Cook, Spouse: Emily Ann Patek, Children: Diane Malkowsky, Denise Holub Cemetery: Frydek Catholic Cemetery References: GenFolks
Charles Bohomil Holub of Sealy, passed away Saturday, July 27, 2024, at the age of 92.
He was born in Moulton, Lavaca County, Texas to Charles & Elenora (Cook) Holub. After serving in the Army, he married his love Emily Ann Patek from Shiner. Both immediately moved to Houston where he worked as a glass glazier-window company until he retired after 50 years, he was a hard worker. After health issues, they moved to Sealy to be close to their children. He loved playing dominoes, listening to polka music, and taking care of his wife and family.
He is survived by his wife of 69 years; son Darrell Holub of San Felipe; daughter Diane Malkowsky and husband Steven of Frydek; granddaughters, Stephanie Morrell and husband Ryan, Rachell Cook and husband Chris, Jennifer Holub, Rebecca Slusser and husband Brenton, Crystal Holub, Stacie Whitehead and husband Travis; 15 great-grandchildren; sisters Delores Caka and husband Victor and Alice Davis and husband Jerry; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents; daughter Denise Ann Holub; great-granddaughter Charlotte Marie Ann Morrell; and brother Eugene Charles Holub, Sr.
Pallbearers are his granddaughters, Stephanie Morrell, Rachell Cook, Jennifer Holub, Rebecca Slusser, Crystal Holub, and Stacie Whitehead.
Visitation will be held on August 2, 2024, at 10:00 am at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Frydek.
Funeral Services will be held on August 2, 2024, at 11:30 am at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Frydek. Following mass, he will be laid to rest at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Frydek.
The family would like to thank his nurses and staff at Colonial Living and Rehabilitation in Sealy and his hospice nurses at Acara Hospice.
Condolences may be sent to The Holub Family at 11196 Saha Road, Sealy, TX 77474.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Frydek
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/charles-holub
Holub, Frances (Pisklak) (30 Apr 1888 - 23 Jan 1967)
Family- Spouse: Vincent Holub Cemetery: Guardian Angel Cemetery References: GenFolks
The Daily Tribune, January 23, 1967
Mrs. Frances P. Holub, 78, passed away this morning at Matagorda General Hospital. Rosary will be at 7-00 p.m. tonight in the Taylor Brothers Funeral Chapel. A rosary will also be held at 7-30 p.m. Tuesday at Knesek And Sons Funeral Home in Wallis.
Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday in Guardian Angel Catholic Church in Wallis and interment will follow in Guardian Angel Cemetery. Rev. C. J. Martin of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Bay City will officiate.
The wife of the late Vincent Holub and mother of the late Rev. Ben Holub of Sealy, Mrs. Holub is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Beatrice Lambert of Manhattan, Kansas, and one son, Fred Holub of Bay City; three sisters, Mrs. Louise Trlicik of LaGrange, Mrs. Mary Sulak of Rosenberg and Mrs. Annie H. Sliva of Bay City; one brother, Edward Pisklak of Houston; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Gilbert Sliva, Frank Sliva, Ed Pisklak, Johnny Siurk, Dan Sulak, Robert Polansky, Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be all of her nephews.
Mrs. Holub had been a resident of Bay City for the past 13 years. She was a member of the KJZT and KD, Gold Star Mothers and Legion of Mary Auxiliary Altar Society.
Posted by Carol Sue Gibbs
Holub, Libor J (18 Dec 1915 - 24 Mar 1944)
Veteran: WW2, TSGT, USAAF, Eight Air Force - 381 BMB GP Family- Father: Vincenc Holub, Mother: Frances Pisklak Cemetery: Guardian Angel Cemetery References: GenFolks COD: Killed in action
The Matagorda County Tribune, January 13, 1949
Reburial rites for T-Sgt. Liber J. Holub, 28, who was killed in action of Germany, March 24, 1944, will be held Wednesday at Wallis, following services at Brenham in the Guardian Angel Catholic Church.
T-Sgt. Holub is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Holub of Brenham; three brothers, the Rev. Ben Holub of Marak, William J. Holub of Bay City, and Fred P. Holub of San Antonio; and one sister, Mrs. Jack L. Lambert of Stillwater, Okla.
Sgt. Holub was killed while serving in the 381st bomber group of the Eight Air Force. He had participated in 23 combat missions over Germany and was among the bomber group that made the first attack on Berlin. He had been awarded the air medal with three oak leaf clusters and the purple heart.
Posted by Carol Sue Gibbs
Holub, Robert (16 May 1927 - 16 Aug 2009)
Veteran: WW2, US Navy Family- Father: Frank Ignac Holub, Mother: Bessie Wosicek, Spouse: Kathleen Durant Cemetery: Hartsville Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Robert Holub, 82 of Highlands, Texas passed away August 16, 2009. Robert was born on May 16, 1927 in Wallis, Texas to Frank and Betty Holub. Robert has lived in the Highlands area for most of his life and worked as an assistant pumper in the petrochemical industry. When Robert was not busy working he enjoyed reading, gambling, fishing, duck hunting, traveling and spending time with his family. Robert was a very caring, kind and knowledgeable man who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Betty Holub and daughter, Rita Holub Henrichson. He is survived by the mother of his children, Kathleen Holub Crawford; daughter Reecie Plocheck and husband Skip; daughter, Susannah Durant; daughter, Mary Morgan and husband Luke; son, Gerald Holub and wife Heidi; daughter, Betty Davis and husband Chuck; son-in-law, Phil Henrichsen; sister, Leona Besson; sister, Della Fojt; grandchildren, Amanda Plocheck, Katie Plocheck, Ashley Zbaren, Meagan Williams, Austin Henrichsen, Jeremy Morgan, Zachary Morgan, Montana Morgan, Solomon Morgan, Christian Morgan, Danielle Petrus, Caleb Holub, Emily Holub, Joseph Holub, Grace Davis, Rebekah Davis, Charles Davis III, Joel Davis, Olivia Davis, great granddaughter, Rita Williams and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at Sterling-White Funeral Home from 5-7pm with a rosary a 6pm. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 19, 2009 2pm at Knesek Funeral Home 6244 Guylore Street Wallis, Texas 77485 with burial following at Hartsville Cemetery in Wallis. Services have been entrusted to Sterling-White Funeral home 11011 Crosby-Lynchburg Rd. Highlands, Texas 77562.
To send the family condolences online please visit www.sterlingwhite.com
Holub, Vincent Ludwick "Vinc" (21 Jan 1886 - 14 Dec 1951)
Cemetery: Guardian Angel Cemetery References: GenFolks
The Daily Tribune, December 14, 1951
Father of Wm. Holub Dies at Brenham
Mr. Vinc Holub, father of Mr. William Holub of this city, died at his home in Brenham early this morning following an illness of a few days.
Mr. William Holub has been at the bedside of his father for the past week. At the present time funeral arrangements are pending.
Mr. Vinc Holub, who was formerly a resident of Bay City, is survived by his wife, three sons, William of Bay City, Father Ben Holub of Marak, and Freddie Holub in the armed service; one daughter, Mrs. Beatrice Lambert of Manhattan, Kansas and five grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at Wallis, Texas Monday 10-00 a.m.
Posted by Carol Sue Gibbs
Hopkins, Mike, Sr. (16 Sep 1944 - 14 Jul 2014)
Family- Father: David Flinnoye Hopkins, Mother: Elizabeth Marie, Spouse: Nina References: GenFolks
Bellville Times
Mike Hopkins, Sr. passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Brenham, TX on July 14, 2014 with his loving wife of nearly 40 years Nina by his side. Services will be held Friday, July 18th at 2 PM at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Brenham officiated by The Rev. Cecilia Smith & followed by a reception honoring his life and legacy at Mike Hopkins Distributing Company. Memorial Oaks Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.
Mike was born to Elizabeth Marie & David Flinnoye Hopkins just outside of Texas on Sept. 16, 1944, but he got to Texas as soon as he could! A true Texan at heart and spirit, he leaves a legacy strong in foundation and purpose throughout our great state and country following his personal philosophy of Pass-It-On. He has cultivated many in our community and beyond to do the right thing for the right reasons with integrity and character.
His early days were spent in Galveston before earning a degree from Texas A&M and serving our country as a Marine. A true visionary from the beginning, he used his experiences like being the personal driver for General O.R. Simpson and being one of the first bar operators on Northgate to achieve future goals. He lived by never giving up and if you can't outsmart them, then you can certainly outwork them following the three A's of success- Ability, Aptitude, & Ambition.
This passion and vision led him and his wife Nina to Austin in the mid 1970's to take over as the Executive Director of the Wholesale Beer Distributors of Texas (WBDT). This position allowed them to flourish both professionally and politically as they set the groundwork and together built the legacy that is now known as the Texas Three Tier system.
After reaching the pinnacle of influence in Austin (and most would say Washington, D.C. as well), Mike once again pivoted course for his family when an opportunity presented itself to be the Bud Man in Brenham, TX in 1989. The Hopkins, now including daughter Holly and son Mike Jr. moved to Brenham to start Mike Hopkins Distributing Company Inc. which celebrated its 25th anniversary this year.
After 25 years in Brenham, Mike's passion of Pass-It-On has now fulfilled itself and lives on in all of us. While some may know that he was behind the Budweiser Clydesdales marching down Main Street, most don't know he was behind the current EMS location or countless other improvements in our community. Never wanting credit, Mike Hopkins Sr. was involved either financially or personally with virtually every project that impacts a life in our community because he truly believed in Pass-It-On.
His accolades and accomplishments fill volumes and speak to his legacy. Some of the many are being named Washington County Man-of-the-Year in 2008 and being a founding member of the Texas Lyceum and Center for Coastal Conservation (CCC). His love of deep sea fishing led him to serve on the Board of Directors for the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) and the Houston Big Game Fishing Club. Following his philosophy of Pass-It-On, he served on the Executive Committees for the Texas A&M Chancellor's Council, Volunteer Services Council at the Brenham State Supported Living Center, and the Make-a-Wish Foundation.
. Locally, if there was a club, he was a supporting Member.
Mike is survived in death by his wife Nina and his brother David and his two children Holly Hopkins Richardson (Mark) and Mike Hopkins Jr. (Elizabeth) and his grandchild Tyler Henry Hopkins and nephew Nick Stratos. He is also survived by special friend of the family, Michael Dudich.
Memorials may be made to the donor's favorite charity, or to the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA). Flowers will be received at Mike Hopkins Distributing Company.
Mike goes to Heaven in peace leaving a life and legacy of Pass-It-On with a cold glass raised high saying this Bud's For You.
Posted by Joy Neely
Hoppe, Dessie Jean (Machemehl) (5 Apr 1930 - 30 Mar 2001)
Family- Father: Paul Wolfgang Machemehl, Mother: Elda Louise Schulze, Spouse: George Lee Hoppe Cemetery: Hoppe Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Dessie Hoppe passed away at her residence March 30, 2001.
She was born April 5, 1930 in Bellville to Paul and Elda Machemehl, the youngest of 4 girls.
She attended Southwest Texas State Teaher's College in San Marcos and received her teaching certificate in 1950. As a girl with a bright future, she embarked on what would become a bright and rewarding teaching career in Halletsville, teaching high school history.
She was doing great, and then a cousin of hers introduced her to George Lee Hoppe. The blind date was a a success and they began writing letters to each other. George was so hooked, rumor has it, that when Dessie broke her ankle, he carried her around at a dance. In March of 1922, they married and moved to Corpus Christi. After a short time they moved to Gonzales and Butch was born. The family moved to Columbus and had finally found a home... in God's county ... as George would say.
Dessie had found a home at Columbus High School and in between coaching, teaching, sponsoring the pep squad and driving the athletic buses, the best was yet to come. Sheila was born in 1953, Kathy in 1961 and Pat in 1963.
Dessie's career as the world's greatest mother had begun. She was nurturing, the ultimate caregiver, and made her children and husband the center of her life... until her grandchildren came along. They quickly became the sunshine of her life, as one of them said, "She's my best friend."
In 35 years of teaching, Dessie wore lots of hats- mother, grandmother, coach, teacher, mentor, doctor, psychologist, friend, ally and lobbyist to many kids. She taught at both high school and elementary levels- history health and physical education and coached volleyball, basketball and track.
She lived her life for others and loved all people unconditionally. She was generous, tolerant, compassionate, supportive, patient, the greatest listener, and always had a smile and a kind word. She made an effort to make everyone feel welcome and never judged. She loved knowing she was part of the process that helped someone learn something new. She was once asked why she loved teaching so much and she said that there was no better feeling than the one she got when she was the light bulb go on in a child's head-knowing that they got it, that they accomplished something important and that she helped.
Dessie was a hot commodity for the local organizations- the VFW Auxillary, the FCE, the Host program, FFA Alumni, and the New Ulm Lion's Club, coaching ladies' softball, and Girl Scouts are just a few of the ones she participated in. She was a constant supporter of the community and it's children, always participating in and encouraging participation in Veteran's Day programs, reading and writing programs, art shows and contests.
Dessie was everyone's friend, a social butterfly. Some of you may remember that we threw her a surprise party last year, which was a huge success. No one could work a room like Dessie-she made sure that she made it around the room to every single person and she was in her element that day, because she loved people. She was a pillar of the community- through the years you could see her at Dessie Hoppe Field Day, at the Veteran's Day flag raising ceremony, at Wednesday night Bingo, selling Buddy Poppies or Shrine ads, at the FFA auction, at the county fair, or at the elementary school reading to children.
In her personal life, she was busy cooking and baking-she was a wonder baker-working in her flower beds, traveling, watching her grandchildren in sporting events, and making jewelery and candles.
We all had wonderful memories that will keep her spirit alive- when you see a beautiful flower growing, think of Dessie; when you see a child laughing or learning, think of Dessie; when you see a rainbow on a rainy day, think of Dessie; and when you see someone who is feeling down, cheer them up and think of Dessie.
God has smiled down on all of us for having placed Dessie Hoppe in our lives. Know in your hearts, as we do, that she is now a unique, special addition and one of the most beautiful flowers in God's garden. God bless her and may she grow and bloom in peace.
Dessie was preceded in death by her husband, George; and three sisters, Wolfine Machemehl, Marguerite Suhler, and Becky Stewart.
Funeral services were held on Monday April 2, at Henneke Funeral Home with John Hunsicker, pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church, presiding.
Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.
Published Thursday, April 5, 2001 in The Eagle Lake Headlight
Hoppe, George Lee (10 Mar 1927 - 8 Feb 1996)
Veteran: WW2,Korea, USMC Family- Father: Herman H. Hoppe, Mother: Mary Henneke, Spouse: Dessie Machemehl Cemetery: Hoppe Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
George L. Hoppe Sr.
March 10, 1927 - February 8, 1996
Family and friends mourn the loss of George L. Hoppe Sr., 68, of the Frelsburg area. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and son. To those who knew him over the years, a loyal and trusted friend. He left this world at 8-30 a.m. on Thursday, February 8, 1996 after a three year struggle with cancer.
George was born to Herman and Mary Hoppe on March 10, 1927 in New Ulm. He graduated from high school in 1945 and went on to serve his country as a Marine in World War II and the Korean War.
George was lucky to find a career he loved, when in 1950 he became a Department of Public Safety State Trooper. Being a peace officer was his proudest accomplishment, and he faithfully served Texas for 30 years until retiring in 1980. He then became a cattle rancher and spent his days babying his cows on the Ml Ranches. George was a supportive member of the Columbus Community; and FFA Alumni, an Honorary Chapter farmer. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #6113, American Legion Post #383, the Masonic Lodge, Colorado Valley Shrine, Director of the Columbus Shrine Club, and a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. He was also a member of the Department of Public Safety Officers Association, Texas and SW Cattleman's Association and his pride and joy, the Marine Corps Fifth Fielders. He was preceded in death by his stepfather, George Mieth. George will missed by a loving family and his wife.
Funeral services were held at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus on Saturday, February 10, at 11 a.m with Rev. Robert Schlortt officiating. An Honor Guard of Texas department of Public Safety Troopers, military honors by Columbus V. F. W. Post and American Legion Post, Masonic burial rites were given by Columbus Caladonia Lodge #68 AJ., &A.M. Henneke Funeral Home of Columbus was in charge of arrangements. George was a soldier in life and, now, a soldier for Christ "Thank you George/Dad/Grand-pa, for the 68 years you gave us. We love you and miss that you are out of our lives, but not our hearts, minds and souls. Now that you are gone from this earth, there's only one thing left to say- "Semper Fi, In God We Trust" Memorials may be made to Stehlin Cancer Research, 131S Calhoun, Suite 1800, Houston, Texas 77002 or the American Cancer Society. Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss. [Interred in Hoppe Cemetery.]
Eagle Lake Headlight, February 15, 1996
Hoppe, Herman Otto (17 Jun 1898 - 27 Jan 1984)
Family- Father: Ludwig C. Hoppe, Mother: Maria Stallmann, Spouse: Olga Marie Fisher Cemetery: Hoppe Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Herman was born on 17 June 1898 in New Bremen, Austin County, Texas to Ludwig C. and Maria Stallmann Hoppe. He married Olga Marie Fisher on 25 September 1919.
Hoppe, Ruth Louise (Mos) (13 Aug 1823 - 5 Apr 1896)
Family- Spouse: Herman Otto Hoppe Cemetery: Hoppe Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Ruth Louise Mos or Mas was born on 13 August 1823 in Germany.
She married Herman Otto Hoppe on 14 September 1862.
They had 4 children: Ludwig C., Herman Otto, Jr., Mary and Elizabeth.
Housley, Billy Vernon "Bill" (21 Oct 1936 - 30 May 2014)
Veteran: Vietnam, US Army, 1960-63, Ft. Leonardwood MO. Family- Father: Ernest J Housley, Mother: Lorene, Spouse: Betty Jean James; Carolyn Sue Williams Cemetery: Groom (TX) Cem References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Bellville Times
Billy Vernon Housley passed away May 30, 2014.
Mr. Housley was born Oct. 21, 1936 to Ernest and Lorene Housley in Hot Springs, Ark. He married the love of his life, Betty, June 2,1982.
Bill worked for San Bernard Electric Coop for 34 years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Groom, Lion's Club, Rotary Club and proudly served our country in the United States Army. He owned a farm and produced wheat, corn, milo, cotton, sunflowers, and other grains. He loved golf and hunting and especially loved being with his family.
He is preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Theresa Gann and Carolyn Orr.
He is survived by his wife, Betty, his children, Todd Housley and Teri Housley, both of Austin, Steve and Debbie Anthony of Roscoe, TX, Dale and Carolyn Brooks of Groom, TX, Jeff and Deanna Holtkamp of Seguin, TX, and Donna Edwards of Bellville. His grandchildren, Nicholas and wife Shannon Anthony, Neal and wife Jessica Anthony, Natalie Anthony, Ross Brooks and wife Kim, Kristen Brooks, Clayton Holtkamp, Carter Holtkamp, Dakota Slovak, Dawnielle Slovak, and Cash Edwards. Five great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, his sister Vivian Ballard of White Deer.
Posted by Joy Neely
Housley, Carolyn Sue (Williams) (4 Dec 1937 - 27 Oct 2018)
Family- Father: Everett James Williams, Mother: and Lorraine Berry, Spouse: Billy Vernon “Bill” Housley References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Carolyn Sue (Williams) Housley, 80, of Bellville, Texas, passed away Saturday, October 27, 2018, in Bellville. She was born December 4, 1937 in White Deer, Texas, the daughter of Everett James and Lorraine (Berry) Williams. Sue grew up and attended schools in White Deer, graduating from White Deer High School. She also graduated from Texas Tech University with her Bachelor's Degree and was employed as a teacher with Bellville Independent School District for over 40 years.
She was an active member of the Bellville United Methodist Church. Sue enjoyed attending and assisting with several different groups and functions such as the Walk to Emmaus, and welcoming people on Sunday mornings. Sue was a very special lady who loved giving Easter baskets and hanging her Christmas stockings. She was also known by many as a tough teacher but very well-loved by her students. Sue will be missed by everyone and there will be a void in the lives of many.
She is survived by her daughter, Teri Housley, and son, Todd Housley, both of Austin; and numerous cousins and a host of dear friends who she considered family.
Sue was preceded in death by her parents, E.J. and Lorraine Williams.
A memorial service will be held at 2-00 PM on Thursday, November 1, 2018, at Bellville United Methodist Church, 234 South Masonic Street, P.O. Box 188, Bellville, Texas 77418.
Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to the Bellville United Methodist Church, Children's Choir, PO Box 188, Bellville, TX 77418.
Housley, William Todd (30 Sep 1966 - 12 Sep 2023)
Veteran: Other/Unknown, US Army, 1987-89, Ft. Huachuca Az Family- Father: Billy Vernon “Bill” Housley, Mother: Carolyn Sue Williams References: Findagrave, GenFolks
William Todd Housley, 56, of Austin, Texas, formerly of Bellville, Texas, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023, in Spring, Texas. He was born September 30, 1966 in San Antonio, Texas, the son of Billy Vernon Housley and Carolyn Sue Housley. Todd grew up and attended schools in the Bellville area before joining the United States Army, and was stationed at Fort Huachuca, Arizona, serving his country from 1985 until he was honorably discharged in 1986. He later moved to Austin where owned and operated Lifelong Life Safety Company since 2014.
Todd had a heart for all animals, and in his spare time, he also enjoyed going to live concerts, hunting for arrowheads, fantasy football, playing pool, and had a passion for fast cars. Todd valued the time spent with his many friends.
Todd is survived by his sister, Teri Housley of Austin; stepsisters, Debbie Anthony, Deanna Holtkamp, and Donna Edwards; stepbrother, Dale Brooks; and numerous other family and dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Carolyn Sue Housley; father, Billy Vernon Housley; stepmother, Betty Housley.
A celebration of life will be held at 6-00 PM on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Bellville American Legion Post 115, 988 East Main, Bellville, TX. A second celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 25, 2023, from 4-00 PM - 7-00 PM at Austin Party Cruises, Loop 360 Boat Ramp, 5019 N. Capital of Texas Hwy.,
Austin, Texas.
Houston, Roderick Dewayne (3 Feb 1979 - 27 Mar 1983)
Family- Father: Willie Lee Houston Cemetery: Samuel Chapel Cemetery References: GenFolks
In Loving Memory Of
Master Roderick Dewayne Houston
Little Master Roderick Dewayne Houston was born to Mr. and Mrs. Willie Lee Houston on February 3, 1979, in Brenham, Washington County, Texas. Roderick Dewayne was reared in the Bellville Community by his parents and grandparents. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Mr. Leroy Stokes and two great-grandmothers, Mrs. Berdie Stokes and Mrs. Isabell Bonner.
Following a lingering illness, Roderick's brief life came to its close on Tuesday morning, March 27, 1983, in the Bellville General Hospital, Bellville, Texas. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Lee Houston of Bellville, Texas aare left to mourn Roderick's untimely passing. Also left to mourn his demise are his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Eddie L. Dever, his paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Cloud of Brenham, Texas and Mr. Ennis Stokes of Kenney, Texas as well as many other sorrowing relatives and friends.
Funeral Service- Saturday, March 26, 1983, 1-00 p.m., Diggs Funeral Home Chapel, 428 West Meyer Street, Bellville, Texas, The reverend R. S. Smith, officiating.
Pallbearers- Messer's Charles Houston, Wayne Houston, Robert Houston, and Tommie Houston, Jr.
Interment- Kenney Cemetery, Kenney, Texas, Directors, Diggs Funeral Home, Bellville, Texas.
Posted by Silvia Adkins
Howells, Jean Marie (23 Aug 1963 - 22 Sep 2024)
Cemetery: San Felipe de Austin Cemetery References: GenFolks
Jean Marie Howells was born in Houston, Texas on August 23, 1963, and died on September 22, 2024.
She was in the class of 1981 at Springs Woods High School and worked at the US Treasury Department.
She enjoyed helping other people, writing poems and songs as well as attending her church.
She volunteered with the American Red Cross and the downtown Houston Museum of Natural Science Cockrell Butterfly Collection.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/jean-howells
Hower, Delinda Celeste (Haltom) (25 Oct 1958 - 9 Apr 2024)
Family- Father: William Haltom, Mother: Celeste Hohmann, Spouse: Larry Hower, Children: Kayla Rogerie Cemetery: Oak Knoll Cemetery References: GenFolks
DELINDA CELESTE HALTOM HOWER, 65, of Bellville Texas, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at her home.
She was born October 25, 1958, in Houston, Texas, the daughter of William and Celeste Hohmann Haltom. Delinda grew up and attended schools in the Cypress area, graduating from Cy-Fair High School.
Delinda was employed as a manager of a laundromat. She was united in marriage to Larry Hower on May 23, 1992, in Cypress, Texas. Delinda was a member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Directions and Assistance Committee, and the VFW.
She enjoyed cooking, baking, and helping at the VFW, and loved bluebonnets.
Delinda is survived by her husband- Larry Hower of Bellville; daughter- Kayla Rogerie and her husband, Nicholas, of Bellville; mother- Celeste Haltom of Bellville; brothers- William Haltom, Jr. of Bellville, and Michael Haltom of East Bernard; brother-in-law- Charles Hower of Cypress; sisters-in-law- Theresa Walls, and Lora Williams, both of Corpus Christi, and Tammy Hower of Austin; mother-in-law- Linda Hower of Corpus Christi; nieces- Nevaeh Roycraft, Ava “Cherry†Hower, both of Porter; nephew- Callan Hower of Porter; and numerous other family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her father- William Haltom, Sr., and her father-in-law- Larry Cloyd Hower.
https://www.schmidtfunerals.com/obituary/delinda-hower
Howle, Joy (Marshall) (27 Oct 1944 - 18 Mar 2015)
Family- Father: Ira Laffett Marshall, Mother: Aubrey Marie Bennett, Spouse: John Wayne Howle References: GenFolks
Bellville Times
Joy Howle, age 70 of Bellvillepassed away March 18, 2015 in Katy, Texas. She was born Oc. 27, 1944 in Merkel, Texas to Ira Laffett and Aubrey Marie (Bennett) Marshall. Joy married John Wayne Howle April 1, 1965 in Midland, Texas. She was a member of Johnson St. Church of Christ in Greenville, Texas.
She is survived by her son, Donald Howle and wife Teresa of Caddo Mills, Texas; daughter, Tonya Coindreau and husband Ronnie of Bellville; five grandchildren, Colbie Strother, Kelsey Strother, Abigail Payne, John Howle and Makenna Howle; brother, Jimmy Marshall of Winnsboro, Texas; sister, Nancy Vines and husband Dale of Midland, Texas; several nieces, nephews, and other loving relatives.
Joy was preceded in death by her husband, John Wayne Howle; parents, Ira and Aubrey Marshall; three brothers, Bobby Marshall, Billy Marshall and Kenneth Marshall.
A funeral service will be held Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at 10 a.m. at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Chapel in Allen, Texas.
Interment will follow at Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Park in Colleyville, Texas.
The family received friends during a visitation Monday afternoon from 4-6 p.m. at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home in Allen.
To convey condolences and to sign an online registry please visit www.tjmfuneral.com
Posted by Bruce White
Hubbard, Eddie H, Sr (25 Apr 1928 - 18 Jul 2015)
Veteran: Korea,Vietnam, MSGT, US Army, 27 years Family- Spouse: Mary Lee Jackson Cemetery: Houston National Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Eddie Hubbard, Sr. 87, Beloved Husband of Mary (Jackson) Hubbard for 60 yrs, transitioned from earthly to heavenly at Pearland. Med. Ctr. with the ones he laughed with, lived for, and loved. Eddie is survived by his Best Friend & wife Mary, two sons, Eddie, Jr. (wife Jerry) & Stevie, three daughters, Paula, Acquanetta & Shari. Grands, Trevor, Chris, Edward, Jared,Terrence, Chelsa, Elyssa, & Cameron. one great grandson Jordan, host of nephews other relatives friends. Eddie served 27 yrs. in the U.S. Army & was a Korean & Vietnam War Vet., where he earned numuerous medals & honors, six overseas svc. bars & a Bronze Star Metal. He also retired form Transocean & Ft. Bend ISD.
A Celebration of life service will be held at The Church @ Bethel's Family, 12660 Sandpiper Dr., Hou. TX. 77035 Sat., July 25. Visitation will be from 9am til 11am. He shall rest at Houston National Cemetery July 27, 2015 @ 11-30am.
Published in Houston Chronicle on July 24, 2015
https://prod1.meaningfulfunerals.net/obituary/3249585?fh_id=14299
Huber, Lorraine M. (Francetic) (24 May 1934 - 30 Aug 2014)
Family- Father: Max Francetic, Mother: Mary, Spouse: Ralph L Huber Cemetery: Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Houston Chronicle, September 7, 2014:
Memorial mass for Mrs. Lorraine Huber, 80, will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, Sept, 12th, 2014, at Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Community located at 1530 Norwalk Drive, Katy, TX. Family will receive friends following the service in the family life center.
Mrs. Lorraine Huber passed away August 30, 2014 at Memorial Hermann Hospital of Katy due to complications of a recent cancer surgery. She was born May 24th, 1934 in Berwyn, Ill. to Max and Mary Francetic. Lorraine graduated from J. Sterling Morton High School in 1952. She attended college at Morton Jr. College. Following graduation she was employed for many years as a retail salesperson at Marshall Field's Department Store in Chicago. In 1981, she moved with her husband, Ralph, to Katy, TX. She was employed for many, many years as a successful "new" home sales consultant with numerous home builders in the Houston area. She went on to retire from Ryland Homes in 2000.
Her interests included charity work with St. Vincent DePaul society and volunteering at the Memorial Hermann Hospital gift shop. She "loved" cruising around the world, playing bridge, and was active in Katy AARP and Katy Senior Center.
She was survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Ralph L. Huber; brother, Jeffrey O'Connor; sons, James Matousek and his wife, Julie, Thomas Matousek and his wife, Thu, Michael Matousek and his wife, Cindy; stepson, Karl of Pittsburg, PA; grandchildren, Jennifer, Derek, and Abigail; great-granddaughter, Alexis, and many friends.
Flowers for the funeral mass may be sent to Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Community located at 1530 Norwalk Drive, Katy, TX. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at loral@consolidated.net.
Hudspeth, Robert Logan "Bob" (1 Dec 1952 - 12 Apr 2015)
Family- Father: Sterman Lee Hudspeth, Mother: Baby, Spouse: Tracy References: GenFolks
Bellville Times
Robert "Bob" Logan Hudspeth, born Dec. 1, 1952, left us on April 12, 2015 at age 62. Memorial services were Friday, April 17 3 p.m. in Brenham Memorial Chapel.
Robert was a resident of Brenham. He was employed at Navasota Concrete as a driver.
Preceded in death by parents, Sterman Lee Hudspeth and Baby Hudspeth; grandson, Christopher Foppiano.
Robert was a father, husband, Peepaw and a beloved friend to many. He leaves behind the love of his life, Tracy; daughters, Shanna and husband Nick Foppiano of Odessa, Texas, Mandy and husband Shane Boren of Odessa, Shonda and Ronnie Boren of Odessa; son, Lenny and wife Dusti Watkins; twelve grandchildren; and one great grandson.
Robert and Tracy married on June 25, 1988 and shared many years of loving life together.
Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer, Brenham, TX 77833. 979.836.3611 www.BrenhamMemorialChapel.com
Posted by Bruce White
Huey, Frances Lera (Buchanan) (21 Jun 1921 - 12 May 2007)
Family- Father: Jeremiah Gerald Francis Buchanan, Mother: Frances Maryland Bland, Spouse: Preston Elmer Huey Cemetery: Sealy Cemetery References: Findagrave, GenFolks
Frances Lera (Buchanan) Huey sas born June 21, 1921 in Houston, TX to Mr. J.G. Buchanan and Mary Frances Bland Buchanan. She attended Cooley Elementary, Hamilton Junior High School, and John H. Regan High School, class of 1939. While at Hamilton Jr. High she was on the pep squad. She attended Massey Business College.
Mrs. Huey is a retiree from University of Houston, she worked as a purchasing technician and in 1987-1988, she won the staff excellence award. She was a proud supporter of University of Houston Athletics. She loved to go to the movies, sports, and church. She attended Lutheran Church.
Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Preston E. Huey. They met at Interstate Theatres, while he was at the Yale Theatre and she worked as a candy girl.
She is survived by sons, Donald Huey, and Robert Huey and wife, Beckey, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services were entrusted to Earthman Funeral Directors of Bellaire, Texas.
Huff, Laura (Wensel) (18 Dec 1917 - 19 Mar 2014)
Family- Father: Adolph Wense, Mother: Tony Eben, Spouse: Willie Huff References: GenFolks
Bellville Times
Laura Huff, 96, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2014 in Hospice Brazos Valley in Bryan. Visitation will be from 5-7 pm, Friday, March 21 in Brenham Memorial Chapel. Funeral Service will be held at 2-00 p.m., Saturday, March 22 in Welcome Lutheran Church with Rev. John R. Sutton, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Laura was born Dec. 18, 1917 in Austin County, Texas to parents Tony (Eben) and Adolph Wensel. On December 19, 1940 she was united in marriage to Willie Huff. She farmed and ranched alongside her husband for many years in the Welcome community as well as being a homemaker. She was a life-long member of Welcome Lutheran Church.
Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Judy Huff of the Welcome Community, Gale and Tommy Horlen of Hearne; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Connie and Teola Huff of Nelsonville; niece Dale (husband Leslie) Heinsohn of Frelsburg as well as other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother Leslie Wensel and sister-in-law May Dell Wensel.
Memorials may be given to Welcome Lutheran Church Building Fund, Hospice Brazos Valley or charity of choice.
Pallbearers are Randy Hegemeyer, Mark Hegemeyer, Leslie Heinsohn, Ricky Huff, Dixon Ashorn and Bobby Rinn.
Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer St., Brenham. 979.836.3611 or leave tributes at www.brenhammemorialchapel.com
Posted by Joy Neely
Huskey, John Mabery, Jr. (15 Jan 1929 - 14 Aug 2016)
Veteran: Korea, HM1, US Navy, 1947-67 Family- Father: John Mabrey Huskey Sr, Mother: Willie Pearl Moseley, Spouse: Nina May Schnars Cemetery: Oak Knoll Cemetery References: GenFolks
John M. Huskey Jr. went to be with his Lord and Savior Sunday August 14, 2016 at his home in Bellville, Texas at the age of 87. John served in the U.S. Navy as a Hospital Corpsman. After retiring from the Navy John and Nina moved to Texas and opened their Optical Shop (B&W Optical) in Bellville with Dr. Bob Neely's Office. John was known as the one to fit you with the right glasses. He was well known in his home town as a man with a big giving heart always willing to help ones that needed help with clothes or food and even took people in to his home for a good night's sleep. He shared his strong faith in The Lord with everyone. After retiring from his business he had a small farm in Buckhorn which he loved to attend to his cows.
Preceded in death by his wife Nina Mae, parents John M. Huskey Sr. and Willie Pearl Huskey, sister, Willie Edna Williams.
Survived by sons- Bryan Huskey and wife Martha, Raymond Huskey and Gwen Ramirez. Daughters- Rhonda Kidd and husband Gayland and Janice Baskin and husband David. Grandchildren- Amanda Dunkel, Joe Huskey, Andrea Clark, Travis Kidd, David Allan Baskin, Amy Schultz, and great grandchildren- Tanner Dunkel, Cole Dunkel, Danielle Dunkel, Hanna Clark, Karly Jo, Landry Clark, Kynleigh Kidd, Brandon Baskin, Jack Schultz and Evenlyn Schultz, nephew Clyde Henry Williams.
Pallbearers- Joe Huskey, Alan Baskin, Travis Kidd, Bobby Clark, Ken Haverlah and Les Evans Visitation was held Thursday August 18, 2016 from12-1 PM Knesek Funeral Chapel in Bellville, Texas
Services were Thursday August 18, 2016 at 1-00 PM Knesek Funeral Chapel in Bellville, Texas. Officiating the service- Rabbi Ron Aaronson and Rabbi Richard Freeman
Arrangements made by Knesek Bros.Funeral Home, www.knesekfunerahome.com.
Husky, Nina May (Schnars) (abt 1927 - 12 Feb 2015)
Family- Father: E.O. Schnars, Mother: Iva, Spouse: John Huskey Jr. References: GenFolks
Bellville Times
Nina May Husky age 88 went to be with her Lord and Savior on Feb. 12, 2015. She will be dearly missed by her family.
Nina was known as her son's bookkeeper because he always caught her reading her novels at work in his optical shop in Brenham. She loved to sew making baby quilts for her grandchildren. She never sat idol, always busy making things for others. She was blessed with an independent spirit and healthy body.
Her Wednesday off from the optical shop always included driving to standing hair appointment and trips to Walmart. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Preceded in death by her parents E.O. Schnars and Iva Schnars.
Survived by husband John Huskey Jr.; sons Bryan Huskey and wife Martha, Raymond Huskey and Gwen Ramirez; daughters Rhonda Kidd and husband Gayland and Janice Baskin and husband David; grandchildren Amanda Dunkel, Joe Huskey, Andrea Clark, Travis Kidd, David Allan Baskin, Amy Schultz; and great grandchildren Tanner Dunkel, Cole Dunkel, Danielle Dunkel, Hanna Clark, Karly Jo, Landry Clark, Kynleigh and Brandon Baskin and Jack Schultz.
Pallbearers- Joe Huskey, David Alan Baskin, Travis Kidd, Bobby Clark, Jerry Guyton and Les Evans.
Services were Saturday 1 p.m. at Knesek Funeral Chapel in Bellville.
Officiating the service- Rabbi Ron Aaronson and Todd White assisting.
Arrangements made by Knesek Bros.Funeral Home , www.knesekfunerahome.com
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