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LaGarde, Louise (Stringer) (1915-2015)
Maiden Name: Stringer [Family] Father: Lucius Travis Stringer, Mother: Mary Elizabeth Herpin, Spouse: Everette Scott LaGarde Jr [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Louise S. LaGarde, 100, passed away on May 12, 2015 in Kerrville. Louise Stringer was born on Feb. 3, 1915 in Texas City, Galveston County, Texas to Mary Elizabeth (Herpin) and Lucius Travis Stringer. Louise married Everette LaGarde on April 30, 1934 in Houston and they were blessed with a beautiful daughter in 1946, Dian LaGarde. Louise and Everett lived for many years in the Houston area where Everett was a contractor. He built the Methodist Church in Almeda and they were long standing members. They eventually moved south and opened a large boat yard and sold boats. They lived on a river for several years there before "retiring" to the Hill Country. Louise was very active member of the First United Methodist Church in Kerrville. She enjoyed playing dominos (42) with friends. She dedicated much of her time to volunteering at Hilltop Village. Louise was an amazing lady and loved her family greatly.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Fran Allison; husband, Everette S. LaGarde; and daughter, Dian LaGarde Shirley.
Louise is survived by her loving grandchildren, Rene Kosatka, Tim Kosatka, David Shirley, and Vincent Shirley; great-grandchildren, Jessica Kimball, Ryan Haagensen, Meghanne Shirley, Colton Shirley, Jace Shirley, Bryn Shirley, Caleb Kosatka, Makala Kosatka, Cieanna Kosatka, and Cody Anderson. She will be loved and missed by many other family members and friends.
Lahrmann, Alma Lillie C. (Schroeder) (1919-2003)
Maiden Name: Schroeder [Family] Father: Herman Schroeder, Mother: Emma [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (B)
Bellville Times
Funeral services for Alma Lahrmann, 84, of Bellville, were held Sunday, Dec. 21 at 2 p.m. from Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel in Bellville with the Rev. H. Eldon Akerman officiating.
Interment was at Oak Knoll Cemetery in Bellville.
Serving as pallbearers were Curtis Kendrick, Kenneth Woodley, Jim Ellery, Chad Locke, Arlie Kendrick, Warren Klump, Bubba Mewis and Billy Jackson,
Honorary pallbearers were Brian Taylor, Neil Aschenbeck, Ross Aschenbeck, Ronny Robertson, Jimmy Zepeda, Stanley Jackson and Doug Weiss.
Alma Lillie Klara Schroeder Lahrmann was born to parents Herman and Emma Schroeder in Travis Community. She was baptized at the St. James Lutheran Church in New Wehdem on Nov. 30, 1919 by the Rev. H. Poehlmann. The witnesses were Lillie Albrecht and Klara Goeken. Alma was confirmed on March 25,1934 from the St. James Lutheran Church in New Wehdem.
She taught Sunday School at Germania Lutheran Church. Germania and New Wehdem had the same pastor. Alma went to Travis School and graduated from the eighth grade. She worked with her parents on the farm.
On Jan. 31,1942 Alma was joined in marriage to Mr. Erwin William Lahrmann by the Rev. H. Schliesser with a ceremony held at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville.
After Erwin and Alma were married they moved to Houston on Sept. 10,1942. Shortly after they moved Erwin was drafted into the Army to serve his country during WWII. Alma would be with him whenever she could and if not she would stay with her sister in Houston.
During Erwin's time of service, Alma worked at several different places. When Erwin was stationed in Washington, D.C. he got his furlough and Alma and Erwin's mother went to see him. When Erwin was stationed in Denver, Colo., Alma got a room with some friends of the family and would cook and clean for her room and board. Alma returned to Houston where she worked for Gracer Coptive Sewing Factory. When Erwin was stationed in California she went out there and worked in Robissin, Calif. as a hotel room inspector. She then returned back to Houston and worked at the National Biscuit Company.
Alma rejoined Erwin in North Carolina where she worked in Durham at the Hosiery Mill. She would work 5 days a week, 8 hours a day and she earned $38.64 after everything was taken out.
After Erwin was discharged from the Army, he and Alma eventually returned to Bellville where among other things they owned and operated Lahrmann Bar B Que for 36 years.
Alma was a member of St. John Lutheran Church and the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 6522. Alma was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and a very hard worker. She will be missed dearly!
Alma Lahrmann passed away Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2003 in Bellville.
She is survived by her daughters, Cindy Kendrick and husband Harold (Dusty) of Bellville and Carolin Woodley and husband Ronny of Bellville; grandchildren, Curtis Kendrick of Bellville, Kenneth Woodley and wife Stacey of Bellville and Tammy (Woodley) Ellery and husband Jim of Conroe; great grandchildren, Jordan Ellery and Regan Woodley.
Alma is preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Emma Schroeder, husband, Erwin Lahrmann, sisters, Dora Kaase and husband Fritz, Fredia Bader and husband Thomas, Nettie Reichle and husband Bennie, brother, Theo Schroeder.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Bellville General Hospital, P.O. Box 977, Bellville, Texas 77418 or St. John Lutheran Church Retreat Center, 520 N. Holland, Bellville, Texas 77418.
Funeral arrangements under the direction of Knesek Family Funeral Chapels, 842 East Main, Bellville.
Posted by Joy Neely
Laminack, Truman Lawson, Sr. (1918-2014)
[Veteran] WW2, US Navy, Blimp Squadron [Family] Mother: Mildred E. Smith [Cemetery] Houston National Cemetery () , FG
Bellville Times
Father of Truman Jr., Pat Krupala and James Laminack
Our dad was born July 23, 1918 in Heflin Alabama and joined our Lord Jesus on March 1 2014. He was buried on March 6th, with full military honors in the Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Houston, Texas. The flag and shell casing from the 21-gun salute were presented to his oldest son, Truman Jr.
He was preceded in death by our mother, Mildred E. Smith Laminack, five brothers, four sisters and one great-grandson. Mom and Dad were married for fifty-five years.
Truman was a World War ll Navy veteran and served in a Blimp Squadron providing submarine patrol for departing ships.
He was a long time resident of Kenney, Texas and owned and operated the Kenney Store and service station for many years.
He is survived by one brother, Leroy, and one sister, Helen, three children and their spouses- Truman Jr., and Susan, Pat Krupala and Paul, Jim and Sheryl; eight grandchildren and their spouses- Shellie and Tom McGourty, Angie and Derrick Robbins, Tasha and John Nissen, Barry and Nora Laminack, Robert and Erica Mercer, Tammy and Brande Robinson, Laura and Shane Laminack and Ashley and Shane Ceren.
He is also survived by nine great-grandchildren- Taylor Robbins, Brooke Robinson, Meagan McGourty, Garrett Robinson, JT Nissen, Maddie Nissen, Bradley Ceren, Mae Mercer and Braylin Griffin.
Pallbearers were Robert Mercer, Barry Laminack, Tom McGourty, John Nissen, Brande Robinson, and Shane Ceren. Honorary Pallbearers included- Garrett Robinson, JT nissen, Bradley Ceren and Braylin Griffin.
God saw that he was getting tired, and a cure was not to be; so He put His arms around him and whispered, “Come with me.†With tearful eyes we watched him suffer, and saw him fade away; Although we loved him dearly, we could not make him stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands to rest; God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best!
Rest in Peace, Dad, you will be missed!
Donations can be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 75857, Topeka Kansas 66675. If you would like you can download a form off the internet.
Posted by Joy Neely
Land, Robert Blakely (1961-2003)
[Family] Spouse: Claire Knobelsdorf [Cemetery] Pilgrims Rest Cemetery #2 ()
Bellville Times
Robert Blakely Land, 42, life long resident of the La Grange area, beloved husband, father and son, died Dec. 12, 2003 at 6-45 a.m.
Funeral services are set for Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 2 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church with the Revs. Robert and Matt Groenke officiating. Burial will take place at a later date at Pilgrimšs Rest Cemetery in Industry.
He was born on Nov. 27, 1961 in Pasadena. Land was a quadriplegic, who was passionate about his family, hunting and wildlife management. He graduated from La Grange Independent School District, and received his associate degree from Victoria College in hospital administration.
He had several employment endeavors, but he was probably best known for his barbecue. He won several awards at fairs and cook-offs. He was a restaurant owner for a time in La Grange.
He married Claire Knobelsdorf Oct. 22, 1994 at West End Baptist Church in Industry with Justice of the Peace Tommy Richter officiating.
He was a member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, Colorado Valley Wildlife Management Association and the Texas Farm Bureau.
He died from complicated injuries from a recent auto accident.
Survivors include his wife of nine years, Claire Land, children, William
Paydyn Land, Eloise Lenore Land and Elaine Victoria Land, all of La Grange, his parents Thomas Land and wife Sunny of La Porte and Patricia Lovekamp of La Grange; brothers Larry Land of La Grange, Marshall Land and wife Sheri of Wimberly and Thomas Land of La Grange; sister Petra Barfield and husband Bill of Pasadena; grandfather Nathaniel Blackmon of Houston; mother-in-law Martha Knobelsdorf of Shelby, special uncle Larry Blackmon of Kerville, niece Shelbi Land of La Grange, nephews Robert Casey Land and Michael land and wife Jamie, all of La Grange and Jordan Land of Pasadena; a special cousin Seth Blackmon of Wimberly and many more uncles, aunts and cousins.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the St. Paul Lutheran Church or the Reeve-Irvine Research Center, University of California in Irvine, 2107 GNRF, Irvine, Calif., 92697-4292 or to the Spinal Research Foundation, 1850 Town Center Parkway, Suite 303, Reston, Va. 20190.
Funeral services were entrusted to Koenig and Strickland Funeral Home, La
Posted by Joy Neely
Landolt, Fred Andrew (1928-2022)
[Veteran] WW2, SGT, USAAC, US Army Air Corps SGT [Family] Father: Martin Casper Landolt Sr, Mother: Edna Louise Andrews, Spouse: Vera Lea Westmorland () , FG
Fred Andrew Landolt, 94 of Bellville, entered eternal rest on July 30, 2022. Fred was born March 1, 1928 to Martin Casper Landolt and Edna Andrews Landolt in Brown County, Texas. He was raised in Schwab City, Texas, attended Livingston Schools where he graduated in 1946.
After serving in the Army Air Corps, he and his wife, Vera Lea Westmorland Landolt, moved to Pasadena, Texas in November of 1949 where they raised their family. Then in 1978, Vera Lea passed away and in the early 80s, Fred married Dorothy. Fred worked at Shell Refinery in Deer Park from 1949 until March 1, 1986. After retiring, he and Dorothy moved to Bellville where he lived until his death.
He enjoyed fishing, water skiing, gardening, driving his tractors and raising cattle. He was a member of the Fellowship Baptist Church of Brenham and served as a Deacon at the First Baptist Church of Bellville.
Fred is survived by his sons, Michael and wife, Carol, of Houston, and David and wife, Jaxie, of Jersey Village; daughter, Carol Eskew and husband, Gene, of Driftwood; grandchildren, Amanda Williams and husband, Ronnie, of Converse, Alison Landolt and fiancee, Alex, of Houston, Sarah Engleman and husband, Jeremy, of Dickinson, Christina Smith and husband, Jeremy, of Austin, Lane Eskew and wife, Candyce, of Buda, Justin Landolt and wife, Nichole, of Richmond, Travis Landolt of LaPorte, Joel Terry and wife, Amy, of Kingwood, and Marc Terry of Houston; great-grandchildren, Rowan, Caiden, Logan, Dylan, and Daisy Williams, Bethany and Isac Engleman, Carson Smith, Aspen and Almarie Eskew, Charlie Landolt, and Addison and Emerson Terry.
He was preceded in death by his wives, Vera Lea Westmorland Landolt (1978) and Dorothy Landolt (1999); son, Jerry Wayne Landolt (1952); and parents, Martin and Edna Landolt.
The family wishes to thank Ruben and Cerise Perez who were Fred's special neighbors and caregivers. Their caring allowed him to remain in his home until the time of his passing.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2022, from 9-30 AM - 11-00 AM at Schmidt Funeral Home, 12029 Hwy. 36 South, Bellville, Texas, followed by a funeral service at 11-00 AM.
Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to HOA, Inc of Austin County, Meals on Wheels, 915 Frydek Rd., Sealy, TX 77474, (979) 885-4188; or Austin Boxer Rescue, PO Box 14421, Austin, TX 78761; or Fellowship Baptist Church, 2000 FM 389, Brenham, TX 77833.
Lange, Ora Reed "O'Reed" (Fordtran) (1905-2003)
Maiden Name: Fordtran, Nickname: O'Reed [Family] Father: Robert Lee Fordtran, Mother: Mary Carmichael, Spouse: Edward A "Sonny" [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (B)
Bellville Times
Funeral service for O'Reed Fordtran Lange was held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 10, 2003 at the Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel in Bellville with Reverend Guy William officiating. Interment followed in the Oak Knoll Cemetery.
Pallbearers were John L. Spiess, Mark Wittner, Dr. R.A. Neely, William Lange, William F. Fordtran and Dr. W.B. Neely.
Honorary pallbearers were Robert Lange, Keith Kidwell, George Shaffer, John Easterling and Cliff Swallow.
She was born on April 14, 1905 in Industry, Texas the eighth descended of 12 children of Robert Lee Fordtran and Mary Carmichael Fordtran. Mrs. Lange was the sole survivor of the twelve.
She was educated in Industry in one of the Austin County rural school district schools. After graduation, she attended Sam Houston State University in Huntsville where she obtained a Teacher's Certificate. She began teaching at the Cochran School near Bellville.
On October 19, 1935 in Industry, Texas, she married Edward Allen "Sonny" Lange, a driller for Humble Oil and Refinery. They lived in Anahuac for many years while Sonny drilled wells in Galveston Bay. After his retirement, the two moved back to Bellville where they built their home and remained until their deaths. Sonny preceded O'Reed in death on February, 16, 1973. A member of the Bellville United Methodist Church, Mrs. Lange loved flowers and animals and enjoyed reading. She also enjoyed cooking, and was especially known for her lemon pies and her rolls.
O'Reed Fordtran Lange passed away Sunday, September 7, 2003 at her home in Bellville at the age of 98.
She is survived by her nieces and nephews Dr. Robert Allen Neely, Dr. Winston Brookfield Neely, Peggy Lea Fordtran Shaffer, Dr. Robert Lee Fordtran, Jr., Judith Gail Wittner Spiess, Mark Charles Wittner, Delois Fortran Easterling, William Frank Fordtran, William Lange, Mary Nell Lange Kidwell, Elsie Ann Lange Russ, Robert Lange, Carolyn Lange Golan, Glenda Kerce Mayes and Claude Joseph Kerce, sister-in-law Mary Fordtran and many other friends and relatives.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, six brothers and five sisters.
In lieu of usual remembrances, friends who wish may make memorial gifts to the charity of their choice.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Schmidt Funeral Home, Bellville, Texas.
Posted by Joy Neely
Langham, Charles Benjamin (1927-2022)
[Veteran] Korea, US Navy/USAF [Family] Father: Corbit Benjamin Langham, Mother: Madeline Augusta, Spouse: Betty Joyce Freitag () , FG
On Monday, December 5, 2022, Charles Benjamin Langham, age 95, passed away after a three-year bout with Alzheimer's. He was proceeded in death by his wife of 42 years, Betty Joyce, who died in June of 2018 and grandson, Jared Redwine, who passed away in December of 1998.
Charles was born on November 27, 1927, in Chickasa, Oklahoma to Corbit Benjamin and Madeline Augusta Langham. He is survived by his sister, Betty Nabors, of Denton, two daughters, Linda Fowler, of Marble Falls, and Charlotte Hodge and husband Jim, of Dallas; three sons, Aubrey Redwine and wife Cindy, of Bellville, Mark Redwine, and wife Erin, of Kennard, TX., and Charles Redwine, of Cleveland, TX. They had eight grandchildren--Chris, Kevin, Lisa, and Amy Redwine; Courtney Robertson Shields and Cameron Robertson Losee; William and Elizabeth Fowler.
There are ten great grandchildren - Benjamin, Jace, Luke, Jared and Colt, Connor, Cooper, Stella, and Eric and Alia.
Charles graduated from Denton High School in 1945. He then attended Texas A&M University before joining the US Navy. There, he served and was on the USS Iowa in the Bikini Islands at the time of the Atomic Bomb Testing. Crew members were sworn to secrecy for fifty years.
He later joined the US Air Force and was based at Goodfellow Air Force Base in San Angelo, Texas. After serving there, he moved to Midland, Texas, where he worked for Shell Oil Company. He began as a draftsman and gradually moved his way up within the company. In 1974, he was transferred to Houston where he met and married Betty Freitag Redwine. He continued as a Senior Engineer in Houston designing and managing the construction of gasoline plants in Texas and Michigan. He later retired after 35 years of service.
Upon retirement, Charles and Betty moved to Bellville, Texas, where they designed and built their forever home. He was an excellent craftsman and built all the cabinetry for the kitchen and bathrooms as well as custom moldings in the living and dining rooms, bathrooms and hallways. They took great pride in their home and neighborhood. Charles was called upon by many of his neighbors to either build or repair a piece of furniture. He did that with a willing heart and absolute perfection.
They both enjoyed fishing in the Gulf and spent many weeks each year in Rockport, TX as well as camping in Northern New Mexico. They also loved working in their yard and watching Wheel of Fortune in the evening.
The family would like to thank the staff at Denton Rehabilitation for their loving care of him during the last days of his life. We also give a special thank you to Nurse Beverly of Solaris Hospice Care who provided love and support to Charles and his family at the end of life.
Lanier, Jonathan Brett (1958-2014)
[Family] Father: Juan E. Lanier, Mother: Jeanine Noble Roberts, Spouse: Ann ()
Bellville Times
Jonathan Brett Lanier, 55, unexpectedly entered through the gates of heaven and into eternal rest on Saturday, May 17 while working in the yard he loved so much.
Brett was born Oct. 3, 1958, at Saint Luke's Hospital in Houston. He graduated from Bryan Adams High School in Dallas, and continued on to attend the University of North Texas and Saint Mary's for his undergraduate education. He then attended the University of Houston where he obtained his Doctorate of Jurisprudence.
Brett took the Texas Bar Exam, passing it on the first attempt, and became a practicing attorney specializing in corporate law. He worked at Butler and Binion and went on to successfully establish his own law firm in Houston, Texas. He retired from practice and moved to Chappell Hill, arriving later in Bellville,.
He was a successful entrepreneur developing an upscale cleaning company and most recently he had decided to exit retirement and return to practicing law again.
He was a man of numerous talents, he was a dedicated, tender, and loving father, and he was an exceptional and faithful companion to his soul mate, Ann. Brett was an avid outdoorsman who thoroughly enjoyed fly fishing in New Mexico, hunting, and boating. Brett enjoyed all aspects of life and he always placed the needs of the family before his own, never questioning it. He appreciated the simplest of gestures with the most sincere gratitude. He enjoyed music, art, reading, and relaxing on the front porch. He also recently developed a passion for gardening and yard work, meticulously tending to his grass, plants, and flowers. Brett had a wide and diverse palette for foods of all cultures and traditions, but especially sushi, Mexican, and beans.
He is preceded in death by his father, Juan E. Lanier, and is survived by his mother, Jeanine Noble Roberts, his soul mate Ann Lanier, his cherished twins, Ann Michelle Brandon and John Paul Lanier, and their spouses.
A private ceremony with family was held prior to his cremation and a memorial service in celebration his life and in honor of his memory will be held at Saint John's Lutheran Retreat Center on Oct. 3, 2014 in Bellville.
Brett's final desire is to have his ashes released in a stream in New Mexico where he and his son spent many happy hours fly fishing, and where he vacationed with his family.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Heart Association on his behalf.
Posted by Joy Neely
Lay, Georgie Boyd (Habermacher) (1921-2009)
Maiden Name: Habermacher [Family] Father: William Henry Habermacher, Mother: Rosana Zaner Verm, Spouse: 2nd w/o Claude ALexander Lay [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Houston Chronicle, May 8, 2009-
Georgie B. Lay, 88, of Sealy, TX, passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2009 in Sealy, Texas.
She is survived by one sister, Maggie Tatar of Houston, and numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
Visitation will be held from 6 - 8 PM Friday, May 8, 2009, at the Knesek Bros Hwy 36 Chapel, in Sealy, TX. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 AM Saturday, May 9, 2009, from the Knesek Bros Hwy 36 Chapel, 1140 Meyer, Sealy, TX 979-885-3535, with David Massey, officiating. Entombment will follow in the Haven of Rest Mausoleum in Sealy, TX.
Lee, Vesta Marriell (Cook) (1920-2014)
Maiden Name: Cook [Family] Father: Ernest Lee Cook, Mother: Irma Etta Beezley, Spouse: John Claud Lee ()
Bellville Times
Vesta Marriell Cook Lee, born March 14, 1920 in Granite City, Ill. to Ernest Lee Cook and Irma Etta Beezley Cook, passed away on the 3rd of July, 2014 in Bellville at Colonial Bell Nursing Home.
She is predeceased by her husband Major John Claud Lee, her parents, sister Gloria and her husband, Gerald Stegink, and her son-in-law Al J. Schomber and survived by her brother Gerald and wife Alice Cook of Houston, twin daughters Annetta Schomber of Houston, Loretta and Dwain Spaugh of Bellville, and Donna Shaw of Houston; four grandsons David Spaugh of La Porte, Al Schomber and Ginger of Houston, Stephen Schomber of Humble and Geoffrey Raley of Austin; six great-grandchildren- Kelli Spaugh, Aaron Spaugh, Alyssa Schomber, Austin Schomber, Cameron Schomber, Paige Schomber and Emerie Schomber; five nephews Jerry, Don and, Sons and Daughters of the Pilgrims, National Society Descendants of Early Quakers, Continental Society Daughters of Indian Wars, Joseph Acker Chapter of United States Daughters of the War of 1812, Daughters of American Colonists, National Society Ladies of the Thistle, National Society of Colonial Dames of the Seventeenth Century. National Dale Stegink, Randal and Alan Cook; and many loving friends.
Vesta's family moved from Wayne, Michigan to Houston, Texas, where she completed her education and later became employed at four major Retail and Wholesale Credit Department stores as a credit manager and bookkeeper. While living in Roswell, New Mexico she became Supervisor as an assistant to the Mother Superior at The Catholic Hospital, until her husband retired from the US Air Force.
Vesta's favorite pastimes were genealogy, flower arranging, sewing and volunteering her time. While living in San Antonio, she achieved the rank of Accredited Flower Show Judge and was involved in many community service projects, patriotic organizations and church activities. She was a Sunday school teacher, involved in the women's Missionary Union, First Baptist church of New Braunfels Senior Adult officer, member of the Senior Adult Choir, The Red Cross, Junior Garden Club organizer, Texas State Garden Club, Inc. officer, Pineville Garden club president, Women's division of the Kerrville Chamber of Commerce beautification and clean-up projects, Hill Country Garden Council, San Antonio Garden Center officer and she mentored preschool and elementary students in reading for over five years.
She held various offices in the following patriotic organizations- Regent of San Antonio de Bexar Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, San Antonio Area Regents Council, Captain James Jack Chapter DAR in New Braunfels, Presidential Families of America, as well as English ancestors in common with George Washington, insignia chairman of the Presidential Families of America, San Antonio Company of the Jamestowne Society, member of Colonial Dames of AmericaSan Antonio Colony Magna Charta Dames and Barons, member of the Southern Dames of America, United daughters of the Confederacy and Sarah Emmons Tent Daughters of Union Veterans.
Vesta had a passionate desire to pass on an ethical Christian and Patriotic heritage to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren because of the strong patriotic influence of her father, having served in the armed forces during World War I, as well as her husband and brother serving in World War II.
Vesta Lee was a beloved and generous Christian mother, Nana, sister, friend and neighbor. She attended Mill Creek Church in Bellville, Texas. A memorial service was held at the First Baptist Church of Bellville on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 with interment at Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas.
Posted by Joy Neely
Lefner, Wanda Lou (Raley; Cole) (1940-2014)
Maiden Name: Raley; Cole [Veteran] Vietnam, SP5, Women's Army Corps [Family] Father: Lenord Raley, Mother: Buryl, Spouse: Anton J. Lefner ()
Bellville Times
Wanda Lou Raley Cole Lefner passed away Saturday, July 26, 2014 at Providence Hospital in Waco.
The family will have a private Memorial Service at a later date.
Wanda was born March 3, 1940 in Valley Mills, Texas to Lenord and Buryl Raley. She attended school in Valley Mills and later graduated from Bellville High School.
Wanda was a 10% disabled veteran from the Army. She worked for the VA hospital in Waco then went to work at Ft. Hood as a Real Property Specialist until she retired in 1996 after 30 years of service.
She was preceded in death by her father, Lenord Raley; mother, Buryl Mikeska- and step-father, Dalby Mikeska of Bellvile.
Wanda is survived by her husband of 31 years, Anton J. Lefner of Oglesby; two sisters, Debbie Stewart and husband, Tommy of Bellville and Annett Vincik and husband, Ernie of Bellville; Three brothers, Steve Raley of Cole, Greg Raley and wife, Terrie of Valley Mills and Mark Raley and wife, Becky of Bryan College Station; and various nieces and nephews.
The family asks that memorials be made to Providence Heart Hospital of Waco.
The Guest Book is available at www.oakcrestwaco.com
Posted by Bruce White
Legan, Johnny, Jr. (1975-2013)
[Family] Father: Johnny Legan Sr., Mother: Millie, Spouse: Jennifer Oldag ()
Bellville Times
Service for Johnny Legan, Jr. was held Saturday, Dec. 21, at 2 p.m. at Miller-Josey Mortuary Chapel, Bellville. The service was conducted by Reverend J. R. Johnson.
Johhny Hayward Legan Jr. was born to the late Johnny Legan Sr. and Millie Legan on Jan. 2, 1975 in Sealy. He resided in Bellville during the early years of his life and attended public school in Bellville. He later moved to Sealy where he continued his life until his demise.
Johnny married Jennifer Oldag in April 2000. To this union a daughter was born, Mari Oldag. He also had a step-daughter Kimbdrely Oldag and one grandson Tyler JeBree Harris.
He did not have many hobbies but he loved telling jokes and making his family and friends laugh. He enjoyed being around his family.
For a brief period of time Johnny worked in construction and the distribution center in Sealy.
Johnny is preceded in death by both parents; sister, Millie Legan and brother, Leroy Legan.
He leaves to cherish her loving memories, his wife, Jennifer Oldag, daughter, Mari Beth Oldag both of Sealy, step-daughter Kimbdrely Oldag, grandson Tyler JeBree Harris, special aunt that raised him, Virginia Smith; Play-brother, Wright McDonald (Milow); brothers, James Legan, William Miller, Jr., Freeman Miller and Sammy Miller, Sisters, Glenda Woods, Mary Legan, Linda Miller, Sherron Watts, Jennifer Mosley and Veronica Monroe, aunt Josephine McDonald , Special nieces, Traci Davis and Desani Legan, and a special nephew, Trequan Davis and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Bellville, 979-865-0808. Family and friends may sign the online register book at www.millerjosey.com
Date of death not shown on obit Dec. 14, 2013.Joh January 2, 1975 - December 14, 2013
Posted by Joy Neely
Leigh, Richard Eugene, Jr. (1918-2013)
[Veteran] WW2, Dr./LT, US Navy, Surgeon ()
Bellville Times
Richard “Dick†Eugene Leigh, Jr., M.D., peacefully passed from this life on Saturday, the 18th of May 2013, at the age of 95.
Dr. Leigh was born in Houston, Texas, on the 15th of February 1918, to Richard Eugene Leigh, Sr. and Inez Procter Leigh. He graduated from San Jacinto High School in 1935, received his Bachelor of Arts from Rice Institute in 1939, and his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Texas Medical School, Galveston, Texas, in 1942. He completed his post-graduate work in Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School.
With the onset of World War II, Lieutenant Leigh joined the United States Navy and performed a rotating internship at the U.S. Naval Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1943. He was then assigned to the School of Aviation Medicine in Pensacola, Florida, and was designated a Naval Flight Surgeon. Afterward, he was Medical Officer in Charge and Flight Surgeon at the United States Naval Facility, Litchfield Park, Arizona, followed by an assignment as flight Surgeon to the Spotting Squadron, VOC-2
He participated in the Battle of Okinawa and numerous combat actions off the coast of Southern Japan on the aircraft carrier USS Fanshaw Bay. For this meritorious conduct, he and his air group were awarded the Presidential Unit Citation.
His service in the United States Navy and studies at Harvard Medical School from 1946 to 1947, were followed by a three-year preceptorship in Ophthalmology at Kuhn Clinic in Hammond, Indiana, with emphasis on Industrial Ophthalmology under Dr. Hedwig Kuhn. From 1950 to 1951 he concluded his training in Ophthalmology at Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Leigh entered into the private practice of Ophthalmology in 1951, in Houston, Texas, and later expanded his practice to Bellville, Texas, before his retirement.
Dr. Leigh taught at the Department of Ophthalmology at Baylor College of Medicine and the Department of Ophthalmology at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital. While at St. Luke's, Dr. Leigh and Dr. Thomas Van Zant established the Department of Ophthalmology at St. Luke's. There he also served as Assistant Chief of Ophthalmology, succeeding Dr. Van Zant as Chief of Ophthalmology upon his retirement.
Dr. Leigh served on numerous committees of the Harris County Medical Society, including Chairman of the Public Relations, Medical Jurisprudence Committee, the Executive Committee, and the Nominating Committee.
He was President of the Houston Ophthalmological Society, a member of the Texas Ophthalmological and Otolaryngological Society, the American Association of Ophthalmology, and the American Medical Association. In 1966, the House of Delegates of the Texas Medical Society voted Dr. Leigh an “honorary†member for his outstanding contribution to the profession of the medicine and to the people of Texas. Upon retirement he was named an Emeritus Member.
Dr. Leigh was a charter member of the Texas Ophthalmological Society, member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology and Life Member of the Southern Medical Association. He helped charter the former Doctors Club of Houston, serving on the Board of Governors.
In 1960, the Lighthouse for the Blind recognized him for his contribution to rehabilitation progress in work with the blind in Harris County. Dr. Leigh was a cofounder of the first eye bank in Houston, which later became the Lions' Eye Bank. He established the Lighthouse for the Blind Optical Aids Department and served on the Board of Directors.
Posted by Joy Neely
Leitko, Helen Marie (Cieslewicz; Pampell) (1923-2011)
Maiden Name: Cieslewicz; Pampell [Family] Father: Ignac Michael Cieslewicz, Mother: Albina M. Drymalla, Spouse: Ervin Edwin Pampell [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) () , FG
Helen Marie (Cieslewicz) Pampell Leitko was born in Sealy, Texas to parents Ignac Michael and Albina (Drymalla) Cieslewicz. She passed away in Houston, Texas on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at the age of 87.
Helen was preceded in death by her children, Rick Pampell and Robbie Hesterley. She is survived by her son, Danny Pampell and wife Theresa; daughters, Pat Lapham, Kim Schilling and Susie Sebesta. Also surviving are her son-in-law, Bruce Hesterley, 9 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends.
Family and friends will gather at a visitation on Thursday, the 8th of September from five o'clock in the afternoon until eight o'clock in the evening in the chapel of Waltrip Funeral Directors in Houston, where the Rosary will be recited at seven o'clock.
The Funeral Liturgy will be conducted at ten o'clock in the morning on Friday, the 9th of September in the sanctuary of St. Jerome Catholic Church, 8825 Kempwood Houston, Texas, with Reverend Monsignor Dan Scheel as celebrant.
Family and friends will once again gather at one o'clock in the afternoon for the Rite of Committal in Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, 525 Fifth St. in Sealy Texas.
Lemanski, Frank Michael (1948-2021)
[Family] Mother: Eleanore Lijewski/Hamlin Kloka [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Frank Michael Lemanski, 73, of Sealy, Texas, passed away on July 14, 2021 at his home. He was born March 18, 1948 in Detroit Michigan.
Frank found his way to Texas one week before his 30th birthday in 1978 and went to work as a draftsman in Houston. In 1995, Frank started working for Stewart and Stevenson Services, subsequently BAE, at the Sealy plant, and remained there until he retired. Frank loved his work and the people he worked with. This showed through the many awards he achieved for his great performance as an employee and being great to work with. On May 19, 1999, Frank was given a Nice Guy award "For dedication to his work and for being a nice guy"!
Frank was a nice guy with a big heart! He never met a stranger, he loved people and he loved to talk with anyone that would listen. He could often be found at Walmart cruising the aisles, not looking for anything to buy, but looking for someone new to meet or someone he already knew to visit with. Frank was kind, caring, and giving. He had a full Santa Clause suit that he donned every year to greet the little ones at various Christmas events in Sealy. He definitely looked the part - no pillows necessary! And he had the best, "HO, HO, HO, Merry Christmas" ever! Frank was a member of the Sealy Rotary Club for many years and was appointed song master when he started writing songs for the group to sing at the start of each meeting. Once retired, Frank was looking for some way to give back to the community he so loved and came up with the idea of creating an opportunity for senior citizens to gather, play games and socialize. Hence, Sealy Playtime Recreation came into existence. Frank raised money to fund this endeavor and it was his pride and joy for many years until he was forced to close it down due to COVID.
Frank truly loved Sealy and often spoke of how blessed he felt to be part of such a great community. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his brother, Ed Hamlin and wife, Elaine; sister, Mary Lou Bergman; brother, Tony Knoblock; and brother, Lenn Piorkowski and wife, Sue; sister, Theresa Lemanski Gruzwalski; and sister, Judy Lemanski Swieezkowski; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Eleanore Lijewski Hamlin Kloka; father, Anthony Frank Kloka; sister, Sylvia Marlene Hamlin LaFave; and sister, Joni Lemanski Prebelich.
Internment in the Sealy Cemetery.
Lemon, Elizabeth Belle (Morris) (1887-1954)
Maiden Name: Morris [Family] Father: Henry Madison Morris, Mother: Katherine Ann Slate, Spouse: John L. Corbitt & George Britton Lemon & William L. “Will” Bottler () , FG
Md. 12 April 1883 Sealy, Austin Co, TX to John L. Corbitt, who was killed by a drunk shooting off his gun; md 2nd 21 Dec 1884 Sealy, Austin Co, TX to George Britton Lemon; md 3rd 25 Apr 1893 Sealy, Austin Co, TX to William Bottler
Mr. Will Bottler, accompanied by his mother, left yesterday afternoon for Sealy, where he is to be married this afternoon to Mrs. E. B. Lemon of that place. The bride is a very popular member of Sealy society, and the groom is one of Houston's young business men. The couple will go to Chicago for the honey moon and will be at home to their friends after June 1. [Houston newspaper]
Married - April 25, 1893, 7 p.m., Mrs. Bettie Lemon was happily joined in marriage to Mr. William Bottler of Houston. The ceremony took place at the residence of Mrs. Morris, the bride's mother, Rev. Blackwood officiating. The marriage was private, only the relatives of the bride and groom being present. The happy couple took the northbound vestibule train for Chicago to attend the World's Fair. The News joins their many friends in wishing them all anticipated happiness.
Don Fields, ticket agent at the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe, claims to have sold the first ticket out of Houston to the World's Fair at Chicago. They were sold for a couple who will be married today at Sealy. Don says he will be the next groom to leave over his line for the Fair. [Clippings kept by Bettie Morris Corbit Lemon Bottler]
Lemonudas, Anastasios D. "Tasos" (1954-2021)
Nickname: Tasos [Family] Father: Dimitrios Lemonoudas, Mother: Filio Asdrania, Spouse: Anita Davila [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Anastasios (Tasos) Lemonudas, 66, was born October 3, 1954, in Samothraki, Greece, the son of Dimitrios and Filio Asdrania Lemonoudas; he grew up and attended school in Greece.
In 1973, he followed his dream and relocated to the United States and made his home in the Houston and Katy area. Tasos was united in marriage to Anita Davila Lemonudas on June 21, 1980 and enjoyed over 40 years of marriage. Tasos enjoyed fishing, barbecuing, and watching his beloved Texans and Rockets win or lose. But nothing was more important to him than spending time with his family. Tasos was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021, at a Katy Hospital.
Tasos is survived by his wife, Anita Lemonudas of Katy; daughter, Dimitrula Velez of Katy; sons, Kostas and Dimitri of Katy; granddaughters, Iliana and Soraya Velez of Katy; brothers, Dimos and wife, Freideriki Lemonoudas, Kostas and wife, Ourania Lemonoudas, Vasilis and wife, Thasoula Lemonoudas, Giannis and wife, Dina Lemonoudas; sisters, Kitsa and husband, Giannis Koletsas, and Maria Lemonoudas of Greece; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Tasos is preceded in death by his parents, Dimitrios and Filio Lemonoudas.
Special Thanks to Eleftherios Palamoytis and Jose Joel Velez.
Visitation is scheduled for Friday, February 26, 2021, from 1-00 PM until 2-00 PM at Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel, 768 Fourth Street, Sealy, Texas. A funeral service will be held at 2-00 PM. Burial will be in Sealy Cemetery. Due to Covid restrictions, masks and social distancing will be required.
Pallbearers are Jason Davila, Eric Pulido, Pat Fletcher, Chet Schneider, Robert Gonzales, and Josh Schneider.
Leschper, Gladys Marie (Franke) (1937-2024)
Maiden Name: Franke [Family] Father: Bennie F. Franke, Mother: Sveedie L. Koslovsky, Spouse: Wilbert Gene Leschper [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Gladys Marie (Franke) Leschper, 86, of Sealy, passed away January 17, 2024 in College Station. She was born August 10, 1937 in Industry to Bennie and Sveedie (Koslovsky) Franke. She attended schools in New Ulm and Industry before graduating from Bellville High School in 1956.
Growing up with her younger brother on a farm in New Ulm, Gladys was no stranger to hard work. They spent long hours picking cotton alongside their parents, joined many times by their cousin, Betty Joyce, whose summer visits were recalled fondly by Gladys all her life. She loved horses, especially Old Paint, whose blindness taught them to trust each other.
After graduation, Gladys and a friend moved to Houston to attend comptometer school, living with her aunt and uncle until they completed their training and found jobs. She enjoyed working as a bookkeeper at Kuhn Paint Company. One day, she saw Wilbert Leschper at an ice cream parlor. Friends introduced them later, and they were married on September 20, 1958 at Industry Brethren Church. In 1966, they moved to the Peters community where Wilbert had grown up. After several years as a stay-at-home mom, Gladys went to work with her husband at the meat market he opened in 1976. They closed The Country Market in 1999 and worked for Ranchers Meats in Bellville until retirement.
Gladys liked singing in the church choir, listening to polka and country music, dancing, and going on trips with the family for Wilbert's bowling tournaments. Her favorite activities, however, were centered around the kitchen. She loved to cook and bake and collected more recipes in her lifetime than anyone else we know. At Christmas her kitchen abounded with homemade jellies, cookies, and candies. Any time the Leschpers gathered for a meal, the most popular item on the dessert table was her cream cheese squares. And every May, she baked anywhere from 10 to 15 cakes for the cakewalk at the annual Peters Hall Mothers' Day Celebration.
Survivors include her children, Gene Leschper, Donna and Alan Lehmann; grandchildren, Michael, Faith, and Samuel Lehmann; siblings-in-law, Linda Ratjen, Kenneth and Cleba Leschper, Adolph Leschper, Marilyn Prince, Doris and Clem Krolczyk, Nelda and Tommy Tamborello; and numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Gladys was preceded in death by her parents; parents-in-law, Walter, Sr. and Mary Leschper; brother, Jesse Franke; siblings-in-law, Larry Ratjen, Lee Roy, Sr., Janie, and Maggie Leschper, Florence and Leon Frank, Walter, Jr. and Judy Leschper, Edna Leschper, Jerry Prince; nephews and nieces, Jeffery Franke, Helen Rother, Mary Rosselli, Deborah Guerrero, Steven Krolczyk; and great-nephew and niece, Christopher Mathews, Jessica Hills.
Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, Steven Krolczyk Memorial Scholarship Endowment at Blinn College, or a charity of your choice.
Visitation is scheduled for Friday, January 26, 2024, from 5-00 PM - 7-00 PM at Knesek Family Funeral Chapel, 768 4th Street, Sealy, TX. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at 11-00 AM at First United Methodist Church of Sealy, 200 Atchison Street in Sealy. Pallbearers are Michael and Samuel Lehmann, Scott McClellan, Rusty Waxler, Andrew Leschper, and Tim Prince.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/gladys-leschper
Leschper, Judith Faye "Judy" (Wendt) (1937-2019)
Maiden Name: Wendt, Nickname: Judy [Family] Father: Kenneth Wendt, Mother: Ardona Josephine “Donie” Himly Balke, Spouse: Walter Edward Leschper Jr, Children: Angela Leschper, Andrew Leschper, Alicia Farrell [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Judith Faye Wendt Leschper, of Sealy, passed away on April 3, 2019. She was born November 23, 1937 in Bellville to Kenneth Wendt and Ardona Wendt Balke. She graduated from Sealy schools and Blinn Junior College.
She married Walter Leschper, Jr. on March 3, 1962 and they made a home and raised their family in the Peters Community. She and her husband owned and operated a Guernsey dairy farm for many years then ran the Sealy Bus Station for a number of years. She also served as Treasurer for Peters Hall & Austin County Gun Club, where she was the first woman to hold an office as well one of the first female members. Judy also enjoyed league bowling at the Sealy Bowling Palace and was a longtime member of the Peters -Hacienda Friendship Club. She worked as a cook at Azalea Manor then Colonial Belle Nursing home for 30 years. She was a hard worker and was not afraid to do the work that needed to be done. She loved to sew and made many wonderful things to treasure. She was an avid reader, loved history, and loved doing crossword and other types of word puzzles. She was an animal lover, especially of cats. In later years she was even able to convince Walter to let a cat, Cat, live in the house. She also loved going to the Hill Country and playing cards and dominoes with friends and family.
Judy is survived by her daughter, Angela Leschper; and son, Andrew Leschper and wife, Susan; daughter, Alicia Leschper Farrell and husband, Cecil; grandchildren, Sara Leschper, Cathryn Farrell, Cecil Farrell Jr.; step-grandchildren, Stephen Scott, Christine Gaitan; and step-great-grandchildren, Chasidy Scott and husband, Cyler Woytek, Devin Scott, Destiny Scott, Bailey Gaitan, Ashton Gaitan, and Christian Gaitan; and step-great-great-grandchild, Paisley Drew Woytek. She is also survived by her brothers, Marvin Wendt, wife Renee, and Charles Wendt Sr. She is also survived by her sisters and brothers-in-law, Gladys Leschper, Kenneth Leschper and wife, Cleba, Adolph Leschper and wife, Edna, Marilyn Leschper Prince, Doris Leschper Krolczyk and husband, Clem, and Nelda Leschper Tamborello and husband, Tommy. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Judy was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Leschper Jr.; her parents, Kenneth Wendt and Ardona Wendt Balke; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Walter Leschper Sr. and Mary Ludwig Leschper; brothers-in-law, Lee Roy Leschper, Leon Frank, Jerry Prince, and Wibert Leschper; sisters-in-law, Janie Leschper, Maggie Leschper, Florence Leschper Frank, and Waldine Wendt.
Funeral services were held at Knesek Funeral Home Monday, April 8th 2019. Pallbearers- Mark Meloneck, Rodney Wendt, Stephen Scott, Joseph Jez, Jeff Krolcyzk, and Rex Waxler. Honorary Pallbearers- Mason Brandes, Gene Leschper.
Memorial donations may be made, in memory of Judy, to the Steven Krolczyk Memorial Scholarship Endowment, in care of Blinn College, 902 College Ave. Brenham, TX 77833.
Leschper, Mary Annie (Ludwig) (1909-2008)
Maiden Name: Ludwig [Family] Father: Max Ludwig, Mother: Emma Schubert, Spouse: Walter John Leschper Sr [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Funeral services for Mary Annie Leschper, 99, of Sealy were held Nov. 18 at the First United Methodist Church in Sealy, with Rev. John Tyler officiating. Interment was in the Sealy Cemetery.
Pallbearers for the service were Lance Leschper, Gene Leschper, Andrew Leschper, Kevan Leschper, Timothy Prince, Jeff Krolczyk, Lewis Cypher and Rex Waxler.
Honorary Pallbearers were Larry Leschper, Lee Leschper, Leland "John" Leschper, Donna Lehmann, Karen Waxler, Angie Leschper, Alicia Leschper, Kendra Verhelle, Deborah McDowell, Cindy Prince, Betty Lutz, Bonnie Reames, Mary Ann Rosselli, Helen Rother and Debbie Almonza.
Mary Annie Ludwig was born to parents, Max and Emma Schubert Ludwig. She was raised in the Peters community, where she was a lifelong resident, and attended the Peters Hacienda School.
She married Walter J. Leschper in Sealy on Feb. 23, 1929.
Mary was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Sealy. She was a homemaker and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
She died Nov. 14 in Bellville.
She is survived by her daughters, Marilyn Prince and husband Jerry of Houston, Nelda Tamborello and husband Thomas of Houston, and Doris Krolczyk and husband Clem of Brenham; sons, Wilbert Leschper and wife Gladys of Sealy, Walter Leschper and wife Judy of Sealy, Kenneth Leschper and wife Cleba of Jersey Village, and Adolph Leschper and wife Edna of Sealy; grandchildren, Lee Leschper and wife Beth, Larry Leschper and wife Katheryn, Lance Leschper and wife Karen, Leland "John" Leschper and wife Andrea, Gene Leschper, Donna Lehmann and husband Alan, Karen Waxler and husband Rex, Andrew Leschper and wife Susan, Angie Leschper, Alicia Leschper, Kendra Verhelle and husband Blaine, Kevan Leschper and wife Rebecca, Deborah McDowell, Timothy Prince and wife Lecia, Cindy Prince, and Jeff Krolczyk and wife Lori; step-grandchildren, Lewis Cypher, Betty Lutz, Bonnie Reames and husband Darrell, Mary Ann Rosselli, Helen Rother and Debbie Almonza; sister-in-law, Irene Ludwig; numerous great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Max and Emma Ludwig; husband, Walter J. Leschper; son, Lee Roy Leschper; daughter, Florence Frank; grandson, Steven Krolczyk; sister, Annie Svec; brothers, Paul and William Ludwig; daughters-in-law, Janie and Maggie Leschper; son-in-law, Leon Frank; sister-in-law, Lillie Ludwig; brother-in-law, Adolph Svec; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Andrew and Leona Leschper, and Arthur and Nonie (Ilse) Leschper; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Lillie Meloneck, and Herman and Alma Dupree and Carlton; sister-in-law, Helen Leschper; and father and mother-in-law, Adolph and Helena Leschper.
Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 200 Atchison in Sealy, Texas 77474 or to the charity of choice.
Funeral services were held under the direction of Knesek Brothers Funeral Chapel, 768 Fourth St., Sealy, Texas 77474, (979) 885-3535.
Leschper, Walter Edward, Jr. (1935-2014)
[Family] Father: Walter John Leschper Sr, Mother: Mary Annie Ludwig, Spouse: Judith Faye Wendt [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Walter Edward Leschper, Jr. was born August 7, 1935 in Peters, Texas. Walter left this earth to be with the Lord on November 17, 2014. Walter married Judith Faye Wendt on March 3, 1962. Walter attended Peters Hacienda School and then Sealy Schools. Walter was a dairy farmer and rancher his entire life. Walter and Judy also ran the Sealy Bus Station for a number of years. He was a member of the Peters Hacienda Community Hall where he served as a Bar Manager for over 40 years. Some of the best times and memories are from the place he called "The Hall". Walter enjoyed many years of league bowling at the Sealy Bowling Palace. After retiring from the dairy business, Walter enjoyed many trips to the "Hill Country" with his cousin, Herman Meloneck, and wife Chesterlene. They loved playing cards and dominos at Uncle Shorty's. He was a lifetime Aggie at heart and loved the annual excitement of the big $1 bet with Michael ("Hollywood") over the UT and A&M game. Walter had a unique and fun loving personality. He enjoyed giving quirky nicknames to many friends and family members and there was always a great story behind the name. As time went on and his beard turned to white, Walter became known as Santa to many children and acquaintances. He loved to dress the part at Christmas time. For the rest of the year, he could answer any child's question with a story of why he wasn't at the North Pole. The story he used the most was that he was here getting hay for his reindeer.
Walter is survived by his wife, Judith Faye Wendt Leschper; daughter, Angela Leschper and fiancé, Mason Brandes; son, Andrew Leschper and wife, Susan; daughter, Alicia Leschper Farrell and husband, Cecil; grandchildren, Sara Leschper, Cathryn Farrell, Cecil Farrell Jr.; step-grandchildren, Stephen Scott, Christine Gaitan and husband, Shawn; and step-great-grandchildren, Chasidy Scott, Devin Scott, Destiny Scott, Bailey Gaitan, Ashton Gaitan, and Christian Gaitan. He is also survived by his brothers, Wilbert Leschper and wife, Gladys, Kenneth Leschper and his wife, Cleba, and Adolph Leschper and his wife, Edna; and sisters, Marilyn Leschper Prince and husband, Jerry, Doris Leschper Krolczyk and husband, Clem, and Nelda Leschper Tamborello and husband, Tommy.
Walter was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Leschper, Sr. and Mary Ludwig Leschper; his brother, Lee Roy Leschper and his wife, Janie; and his sister, Florence Leschper Frank and her husband, Leon. Walter was loved by many and will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him. His memory will always bring a smile to all.
Knesek Funeral Home in charge of arrangements- www.knesekfuneralhome.com.
Leschper, Wilbert Gene (1931-2019)
[Veteran] Korea, PVT, US Army [Family] Father: Walter John Leschper Sr, Mother: Mary Annie Ludwig, Spouse: Gladys Marie Franke, Children: Gene Leschper and Donna Lehmann [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Wilbert Gene Leschper, 87, of Sealy, passed away January 22, 2019 at Colonial Belle Nursing Home with his wife of 60 years by his side. He was born August 5, 1931 in the Peters Community to Walter, Sr. and Mary Ludwig Leschper. He attended Peters-Hacienda and Sealy schools.
When his older brother joined the Army, Wilbert dropped out of high school to help on the family farm. He later joined the Army, too, serving from 1954 to 1956. Upon returning, he moved to Houston and worked at Mosher Steel. Friends introduced him to Gladys Franke at an ice cream parlor one day, and they married on September 20, 1958 at Industry Brethren Church. In 1966, they moved back to Peters where he worked for AL&M before opening a meat market in 1976. Gladys worked alongside of him, as did a sister and niece. Their children, Gene and Donna, were often pressed into service, especially during deer season!
Somehow, in between running his own business, raising cattle, and making hay, Wilbert found time to help his kids with their fair projects, draft house plans, bowl in a league, and serve on just about every committee there was at First United Methodist Church of Sealy where he remained a member until his death. He was also a member and/or officer of Peters Hall, Sons of Hermann, Austin Co. Livestock Assn., Farm Bureau director, 4-H adult leader, and Soil & Water Conservation District. He closed The Country Market in 1999 and later worked for Ranchers Meats in Bellville, retiring at the age of 81.
Wilbert loved to barbecue, play cards, and dominoes, watch football (especially the Sealy Tigers and the Houston Texans), and spend time with his large extended family. For years, when the Leschpers gathered for a meal, it was tradition that he offered the blessing. He had a great smile that Parkinson's robbed us of long ago.
Survivors include his wife, Gladys; son, Gene Leschper; daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Alan Lehmann; grandchildren, Michael, Faith, and Samuel Lehmann; siblings and their spouses, Kenneth and Cleba Leschper, Adolph and Edna Leschper, Marilyn Prince, Doris and Clem Krolczyk, Nelda and Tommy Tamborello; sisters-in-law, Judy Leschper and Linda Ratjen; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Wilbert was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Bennie and Sveedie Franke; siblings, Lee Roy Leschper, Sr., Florence Frank, Walter Leschper, Jr.; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Janie Leschper, Maggie Leschper, Leon Frank, Jerry Prince, Jesse Franke, Larry Ratjen; niece and nephews, Deborah Guerrero, Steven Krolczyk, Jeffery Franke; and great-niece, Jessica Hills.
Pallbearers are Jeff Krolczyk, Andrew Leschper, Lee Leschper, Pat Lester, Mark Meloneck, and John Svec.
Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, Parkinson's Foundation, Steven Krolczyk Memorial Scholarship Endowment at Blinn College, or the charity of your choice.
Lesikar, Josef Lidumil (1806-1887)
[Family] Father: Josef Lešikar, Mother: Rozálie Prokopová, Spouse: Terezie Silar [Cemetery] New Ulm Cemetery () , FG , FS
Born along the Czech-Moravian Border, Josef Lidumil Lesikar received early training as a Taylor. During the Revolution of 1848, He became a spokeman for Political Freedom in his homeland. In 1853 he led a group of immigrants to the Czech Settlements to Austin County. Always opposed to slavery, Lesikar spoke out against secession & Civil War in Articles he wrote for Czech and U.S. Newspapers. Lesikar married Terezie Silar 1808-1884 and had four sons.
Lesiker, Frank (1840-1864)
[Veteran] CWCSA, CPL, Waul's Texas Legion ()
Rank: private, corporal. In hospital at Grenada.
Captured at Yazoo City on July 14, 1863.
Received at Camp Morton, Indiana on Aug 14, 1863 and died there.
Lesser, Erna Lucille (Swearingen) (1922-2014)
Maiden Name: Swearingen [Family] Father: Lawrence Ross Swearingen, Mother: Hattie Keding, Spouse: Marvin Neal [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (C)
Bellville Times
Erna Lucille Swearingen Lesser, 92, was born on Jan. 18, 1922 in Richmond to Lawrence Ross and Hattie Keding Swearingen. Her family moved to Phelps, Texas where she grew up attending school. Her mother died when Erna was 12 years old and she helped her father take care of her younger siblings. Erna graduated from Huntsville High School and then went to Houston Memorial Nursing School and graduated as a registered nurse at age 21.
On May 10, 1952 she married Marvin Neal Lesser. They had two daughters, Deborah Kay and Gina Marie. They lived in Houston until 1969, moved to Kenney where they made their home. Neal and Erna owned a bar-b-q cafe named Deb's in Bellville. Erna worked at the Bellville General Hospital for many years. She was known to many as a very sweet, compassionate nurse.
She loved her family and profession, but the most important thing in her life was her love for Jesus Christ. She wanted everyone to know Jesus as their Lord and Savior and witnessed often to family members and friends. She loved her church and her Sunday school class and was a faithful, loyal member of the First Baptist Church of Bellville since 1969.
Erna is preceded in death by her husband, parents and siblings, Raymond Swearingen, Alice Swearingen, Grant Swearingen, Ruby Swearingen Lesser, L.E. (Bud) Swearingen, James (Jim) Swearingen, Dorothy Swearingen Stanford, and step children; Martha Lesser Skains and Calvert Neal (Butch) Lesser and great grandson Wyatt Grant Mikeska.
Erna went to be with her Lord and Savior at the age of 92 on July 23, 2014 in Brenham after being ill for several months.
Erna is survived by her daughters Deborah Kay Lesser Noviskie and Gina Marie Lesser Mikeska, and her husband Barry Mikeska. Seven grandsons; Brian Neal Noviskie, Matthew Keith Noviskie, Justin Tre' Noviskie (wife Erin), Adam Blake Noviskie (wife Megan), Barry Allen (B.J.) Mikeska, Jr. (wife Stephanie), Clinton Grant Mikeska (Kristie Breneman), Jessie Taylor Mikeska (wife Lindsey). Seven great grandchildren; Lance Mikeska, Lexi Mikeska, Barry (Trey) Mikeska,III, Greyson Mikeska, Hayes Mikeska, Wyatt Noviskie and Blakely Noviskie, several nieces and nephews and many dear friends and family.
Funeral Services were held on Saturday, July 26, 2014 at 3 p.m. from the First Baptist Church, Bellville with Rev. Michael Criner officiating.
Interment in Oak Knoll Cemetery in Bellville.
Pallbearers were her seven grandsons; Brian Noviskie, Matthew Noviskie, Justin Noviskie, Adam Noviskie, Barry (B.J.) Mikeska,Jr., Clinton Mikeska and Jessie Mikeska.
Family wishes memorial donations to the First Baptist Church of Bellville, 504 East Strauss Street, Bellville, Texas. 77418
Knesek Funeral Home in Bellville in charge of arrangements- www.knesekfuneralhome.com and at www.facebook.com/knesekfuneralhome.
Posted by Joy Neely
Levassar, July Ann (Dangle) (1935-2003)
Maiden Name: Dangle [Family] Father: Adam Dangle, Mother: Marie Croom, Spouse: Larry Levassar () [COD] Breast cancer
Bellville Times
August 2003
Funeral services for July Ann Dangle Levassar were held at 10 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2003 at the Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel in Bellville with Reverend Matthew Jacobs officiating. Graveside service followed in the Chandler Cemetery in Chandler, Texas at 4 p.m.
Honorary pallbearers were Bill Glass, Bud Ralph, Ronnie Primrose, Billy Jack Adams, Jason Levassar, Jayce Levassar, Lodie Adams and John Streckfuss.
She was born January 30, 1935 in Lake Charles, Louisiana, the daughter of Adam and Marie Croom Daigle. She grew up and attended school in Jennings. After graduating from high school, she attended McNiece State University.
On May 20, 1954, Judy married Larry Levassar. They made their home in Jasper until 1955 when they moved to Tyler. In 1959 they returned to Jasper. From 1969 until 1979, they lived in Brookshire. Larry was employed by Stewart and Stevenson until 1978. Judy and Larry moved to Powell, Wyoming in May 1979. Larry preceded Judy in death on September 26, 1979. For the past 7 years, Judy has made her home in Bellville, Texas.
For 5 1/2 years, Judy had worked on the Apollo 11 Project. She had also been employed as a medical transcriber for 17 years. She enjoyed oil painting and antiques.
A loving mom, friend and witness for Jesus to all who knew her, Judy Ann Dangle Levassar passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2003 at her home in Bellville after a long courageous battle with breast cancer. She was 68 years old.
Judy is survived by her children Jay Levassar and Linda Steckfuss and her husband John, both of Bellville, grandchildren Jason Levassar, Larry Jayce Levassar, Audrey Leighann Steckfuss and Madison Elizabeth Streckfuss and great grandchildren Cody Blane Levassar, Cassandra Renee Levassar and Alleya Leona Levassar. She is also survived by her sister Connie Beth Adams of St. Francisville, Louisiana, and many other dear friends and relatives.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.
In lieu of usual remembrances, friends who wish may make memorial gifts to Hospice Brazos Valley, 705 South Austin, Brenham 77833-4124.
Funeral arrangement under the direction of Schmidt Funeral Home, Bellville, Texas.
Posted by Joy Neely
Lewis, Darris Lee (-2013)
[Family] Spouse: Lydia Lewis ()
Bellville Times
Darris Lee Lewis Sr. of Morgan, Texas passed away at the age of 80 years. He was surrounded by loved ones in his home in Bellville, Texas on February 2, 2013. Darris retired from the the railroad in 1994.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years Lydia Lewis, their children Susan Storey, Laura Anderson, Darris Lewis Jr, James Lewis, 10 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and one sister.
He will be in our hearts forever.
The family is grateful for the wonderful services given by the dedicated staff of Compassionate Care.
Posted by Joy Neely
Lewis, Gregory Alfred (1935-2014)
[Family] Father: Jack Lewis, Mother: Marianna Bowkowska, Spouse: Bertha [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (C)
Bellville Times
Gregory Alfred Lewis was born to Jack and Marianna (Bowkowska) Lewis in Baltimore, Maryland on May 17, 1935. He passed away on February 5, 2014.
He is preceded in death by his parents and brother.
Gregory is survived by his wife, Bertha Lewis; daughters, Jovanca Toledo and husband, Jose Luis and Michole Avila and husband, Jose Ciro; sons, Gregory Manuel Lewis and wife, Jakata; and grandchildren, Gregory Michael Lewis, Nitzia Suhey, Romeo, Xinzai, Myrka, Zlatan.
Visitation was from 5-00-8-00 p.m., with the Rosary recited at 7-00 p.m. on Thursday, February 6, 2014 at Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel, 842 E. Main St., Bellville, Texas.
Funeral Service was at 10-00 a.m. on Friday, February 7, 2014 at Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel, 842 E. Main St., Bellville, Texas.
Pallbearers were- Alan Cloyd, Albert Brown, Ernest Feik, Bert Edert, Marvin Hintzel, and Paul Coan.
Fr. Tim Bucek officiated.
Interment at Oak Knoll Cemetery, Bellville, Texas.
Funeral arrangements under the direction of Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel - Bellville
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Leyva, Ismael, Jr. (-2012)
[Family] Father: Ismael Leyva Sr., Mother: Natividad G. ()
Ismael is survived by His Father Ismael Leyva Sr. and mother Natividad G. Leyva. 3 Sisters Pascuala Ann Leyva, Jessica Rees and Virgie Leyva Escobedo and his son Ismael Leyva III, 5 nephews and 3 nieces.
He had a love for dogs and Hog hunting.
He will be greatly missed by everyone who had the opportunity to meet him.
Lezak, Mary (1910-2003)
[Family] Father: Frank Lezak, Mother: Alojsie Buchala [Cemetery] Frydek Catholic Cemetery ()
Bellville Times
July 03, 2003
Funeral services for Mary Lezak, 92, of Sealy, Texas were held Monday, June 23, 2003 at 10 a.m. from St. Mary's Catholic Church in Frydek, Texas with Rev. Alois "Louie" Pavlicek celebrating the funeral mass and rite of committal. Interment was at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Frydek, Texas.
Pallbearers for the service were Chris Haczynski, Russell Ondruch, Darrin Ondruch, Keith Blahuta, Jeffrey Power, Eric Zapalac.
Honorary pallbearers named were John Hayden, Steve Hayden, Steven Blahuta, Michael Power, Mark Saye and Adam Zapalac.
Mary Lezak was born to parents Frank and Alojsie (Buchala) Lezak in Frydek and was raised in Frydek. She attended St. Mary's Catholic School in Frydek.
She was a member of K.J.Z.T. and the Altar Society at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Frydek.
Mary Lezak passed away June 20, 2003 in Sealy, Texas.
She is survived by her sister Louise Polasek of Sealy and ten nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents Frank and Alojsie Lezak, sisters Stephanie Zapalac and Annie Pavlicek and brothers August and Pete Lezak.
Funeral services were under the direction of Knesek Family Funeral Chapels, Sealy, Texas.
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Lilie, Friederich Heinrich (1826-)
[Veteran] CWCSA, PVT, Waul's Texas Legion ()
Shown as a TX sharpshooter.
married farmer from Industry.
Enlisted March 22, 1862 at Industry Texas and was mustered into service in Houston on April 4, 1862 by CAPT S. M. Drake.
Captured at Yazoo City.
Escaped from the Irving Block Prison in Memphis sometime over the next 6 months as muster rolls show him back with Battalion in Jan & Feb 1864 (family version)
Voigt version - Along the way to St. Louis by steamboat & downstream of Helena, he, Kubitz & Kosse escaped across the river during the night.
Limmer, Lloyd Dell, Sr. (1930-2016)
[Veteran] Korea, US Army [Family] Father: Gus Limmer, Mother: Olga Dusek, Spouse: Alice Rebecca Biscamp [Cemetery] Wesley Brethren Cemetery () , FG
Lloyd Dell Limmer, Sr., 85, of Burton, died May 6, 2016, at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, May 9, 2016, at Wesley Brethren Church of Wesley with Rev. Michael Groseclose officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Lloyd was born in Needville, Texas, to the late Gus and Olga (Dusek) Limmer. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was a member of the American Legion for more than 50 years. He was a member of Wesley Brethren Church. Hobbies included woodworking, making items for fund raisers, and doing crossword puzzles. Family reunions were important to him and he especially loved his grandchildren. He was very patient and charitable. He loved animals, especially cats, and strays often found their way to him.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Rebecca (Biscamp) Limmer; and a daughter, Debbie.
Survivors include his son, Lloyd D. Limmer, Jr. and wife, Kim G., both of Burton; daughter, Joy Sandel, of Brenham; grandchildren- Bryan Hartman, James Hartman, Mallory Ehlert, Maegan Limmer, Crystal Limmer, and Keith Phillips; several great-grandchildren; sister, Tuddy Galler and husband, Marvin, of Needville; sisters-in-law, Lucy Whitney and Sue Tatterson; and many nieces and nephews. Y21
Linberger, Robert Paul (1927-2013)
[Family] Father: James Henry Linberger, Mother: Ruth Gamble, Spouse: Georgie ()
Bellville Times
Robert Paul Linberger peacefully passed away on Oct. 23, 2013 in Bellville. Bob was born in Norristown, PA on May 2, 1927 to James Henry and Ruth Gamble Linberger. He forewent his high school graduation ceremonies to enlist in the U. S. Navy and serve his country during World War II. After the war, Bob attended Pierce Business School (now Pierce College) in Philadelphia. During this time, he met and fell in love with Georgine Bossert, and they wed in North Wales, PA on November 5, 1949. Following graduation in 1950, he joined the Department of the Navy as a civilian accountant.
After accepting a position at NASA in 1962 Bob, Georgie, and daughters Jane and Nancy moved to Deer Park. At the fledgling Manned Spacecraft Center, he assisted in the establishment of the financial operations as part of the team that enabled man to reach the Moon. He devoted the remaining 17 years of his civilian career to honing the financial and budgetary processes at what was later renamed the Johnson Space Center. Bob was honored to work tirelessly with thousands of others to achieve one of the most significant human accomplishments of the 20th Century.
In addition to his professional public service, he also served Deer Park first as a city councilman for eight years and then for two terms as mayor, from 1977 to 1981, being the first mayoral candidate to run unopposed in the history of Deer Park. His financial background and passion for the community served to enhance the city's quality of life. Bob played a significant role in the design and development of Deer Park's improved infrastructure. He was a consummate public servant, who emphasized the service component of his role to others. Bob was not afraid of debate, always stood firm on principles and was proud of what was accomplished on his watch.
Bob dearly loved Georgie, his wife of 52 years, their daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and brother and his family and enthusiastically supported them all. He exhibited love for his family through teasing, wisdom and advice. He was honored to serve as the Best Man at his grandson Garrett's wedding in 2009. Bob's brother, Alan, shared Bob's patriotism and commitment to service and the brothers remained very close. Bob and Georgie were long-time members of Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, where Bob served his church as he served his country and his community, serving on church council many times.
Bob is pre-deceased by his parents and Georgie. He is survived by loving daughters Jane (Troy) Humphries of Seabrook and Nancy (Robert) Dornon of Bellville; adored grandchildren Nicole (Sean) McDonald of Waunakee, WI, Joshua (Michelle) Humphries of Seabrook, Greg Dornon of Sarasota, FL, Garrett (Shannon) Dornon of Bellville, Andrew Dornon of Austin, and Austin Dornon of College Station; precious great-grandchildren Connor Dura, Landon Maness, Molly McDonald and Wyatt Dornon; beloved brother, Alan (Cathey) Linberger, Virginia Beach, VA and dear nieces Meredith Hummel and Kimberly Vaughn and their families. Bob's memory will live on in the many lives he touched.
Visitation will be held November 2, 2013 at Grand View Funeral Home 8501 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX from 1-3 PM with funeral service immediately following at 3 PM. In lieu of flowers and in keeping with Bob's conservative and service-oriented nature, the family requests donations to the hospital that so gently cared for Georgie, Bellville Hospital Auxiliary, 44 N Cummings Rd Bellville 77418 or the charity of your choice.
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Lindemann, Kermit W. "Lindy" (1918-1995)
Nickname: Lindy [Veteran] US Army/USAF [Family] Father: Albert Hughes, Mother: Lydia Muenster, Spouse: Ruth Bennett ()
Bellville Times June 8, 1995 Page 3
Funeral services for Kermit W. "Lindy" Lindemann, 77, of Brownsville were held Tuesday, May 30, at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Darling-Mouser Funeral Home in Brownsville with the Rev. William (Bill) Hughes officiating. Burial was in Rose Lawn Memorial Garden.
Mr. Lindemann died unexpectedly Friday, May 26, 1995 in AMI Brownsville Medical Center.
Born at Rockhouse May 16, 1918, he was the son of the late Albert and Lydia (Muenster) Hughes.
He was united in marriage with Ruth Bennett for 56 years.
In 1937 he joined the army and then transferred to the Air Force and spent most of his time in the Air Force at Chanute Field, Illinois, where he directed a dance band until 1945. In 1946 he became manager of the Rogers Photo Supply, which later became Britton's Photo Supply, a position he held until his death. Mr. Lindemann was an avid bowler, having won many awards and trophies. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge.
Surviving are his wife, Ruth Benner Lindemann of Brownsville; one daughter, Lois Lindemann of Los Fresnos; one son, Kermit E. Lindemann of El Paso; two brothers, Karl Lindemann of Houston and Gus Lindemann of La Grange; three sisters, Marian Tietjen of Swiss Alp, Gloria Krause of New Ulm and Rosemary Carter of Pell City, Alabama; four grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Karl Wesley Lindemann.
Memorials are suggested in the Rio Grande Children's Home, Main Office 2 1/2 miles north Bentsen Palm Drive, McAllen, Texas.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Darling Mouser Funeral Home, Brownsville.
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Lindemann, Marvin Ray (1944-2011)
[Family] Spouse: Clara Bilski [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) ()
Sealy News Online
Monday, June 20, 2011 10-18 am
Marvin Lindemann of Sealy passed away June 19 in Katy at the age of 67.
Lindemann was born in Rosenberg.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 22 at 2 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, located at 600 Fourth St. in Sealy, with the Rev. B.J. Zientek celebrating the Funeral Mass and Rite of Committal.
Interment will follow in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery.
Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, June 21, at Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel, located at 768 Fourth St. in Sealy. Rosary is at 7 p.m.
Memorials may be made to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.
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Lindsay, Sheldon Burtchel (1935-2023)
[Veteran] Vietnam, US Navy, 1958-62 [Family] Spouse: Elaine ()
Sheldon Burtchel Lindsay passed away Saturday, February 4 with his loving wife Elaine at his side. He was 87 years old.
Sheldon was born July 3, 1935, in Ozark, Alabama. There he went to school and enjoyed the country life, as in hard work! He attended church with his family. He and his cousin Sandra spent a lot of time trying to stay out of trouble growing up together.
He joined the Navy in 1958 and spent four years traveling the world. He could tell some great stories from that time!
He then moved to Alexandria, Louisiana to work as a machinist and attend business school. At this time, his life changed when he met Elaine as they passed each other in the halls at school. He just adored her from the beginning. After a two-year courtship, they were married. They were married for 57 years!
They moved to Houston around 1965 when Sheldon accepted a position at Cameron as a machinist. They lived in Bellaire for 20 years until Elaine discovered the love of horses, and Sheldon rediscovered his love of them. Some time passed, and they decided to move out to the country to Simonton where they could keep horses and have all the dogs and cats they wanted. Both of them were big animal lovers. Elaine and Sheldon put many miles in the saddle and competed in endurance rides and competitive trail rides. They made many friends who also liked to ride and one of the highlights of the year was taking the horses to Bandera, Texas to camp and ride the trails at the Hill Country Natural Preserve. Those were such fun times even though there were some scary and sometimes uncomfortable moments which we look back on and laugh about. Sheldon retired in 1997.
After some years the Brazos River got too close for comfort, and they moved to the house on the hill in Bleiblerville in 2003. It was here that Elaine and Sheldon really got into gardening and raising chickens. Sheldon loved having all kinds of different varieties of tomatoes. He loved competing in the biggest tomato and squash contests and taking the produce to the farmers market in Brenham. He really enjoyed his chickie girls too.
Besides taking care of numerous animals, Sheldon loved to read, barbeque, and fix and build things. He could fix anything and enjoyed helping others by doing that, the good Christian man that he was. In his later years, he liked nothing better than to sit in his big comfy chair reading a good book with the kitty on his lap.
Sheldon is survived by his beloved wife Elaine, his sister Jean Osborne, and his dear cousin Sandra Henneman. He leaves many good friends behind.
A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held at 1-00 Saturday, February 18 at the home of Paula and Michael Little, 4189 FM 949 Sealy, Texas 77474. In lieu of flowers, contributions to your favorite charity may be made.
https-//www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/sheldon-lindsay
Little, Dolores "Kitty" (Syptak) (1935-2013)
Maiden Name: Syptak, Nickname: Kitty [Family] Father: Johnnie Syptak, Mother: Vlasta ()
Bellville Times
Dolores “Kitty†Syptak Little, 78, died Jan. 22, 2013 at her home in Houston, Texas. Born in Industry,.
She was born Jan. 13, 1935 in Industry and attended Bellville High School. Kitty left Industry and moved to Houston where she worked for Keplinger Corp for many years until the company was dissolved.
Preceded in death by her parents Johnnie and Vlasta Syptak, brother John Jr. and sister Judy Faye Wright.
Kitty loved animals and always had a dog throughout the years. She enjoyed working in her yard and beautiful flower gardens. Her house was filled with plants and ivy in every room. She loved decorating and collecting antiques. She also enjoyed going with friends to the casinos in Vegas and Louisiana. Her smile, long red hair, and sense of humor will be missed.
She is survived by her daughter Gaylynn Hilbun of Houston. She is also survived by her brother Delvin J. Syptak of Industry and her beloved dog Chia.
At her request, Kitty was cremated on Jan. 31, 2013 in honor of Kitty's memory and because of her love for dogs, donations are requested to be made to Animal Friends Shelter of Bellville, P.O. Box 615, Bellville, TX 77418 (979)865-2525.
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Lizotte, Joseph W (1946-2024)
[Family] Spouse: Patricia Daly, Children: Peter Ramano, Lillian Cuparo, Stace Selby, Joseph Lizotte, Jr., Harvest La France, Eugene Ramano, Jodi McMahon [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) ()
Joseph W. (Joe) Lizotte lost his battle with cancer on January 7, 2024, at the home he has lived in for 45 years peacefully with his family. He was born on March 19, 1946, to George Lizotte and Yolanda Pepitone Lizotte the youngest of seven children in Flushing, New York.
He married Patricia Daly and with their blended family in Bayside, New York. Joe worked for Steinway Transit for many years until he moved the family to Sealy, Texas to work for Metro Transit when Metro moved to Houston. He worked for them until he retired due to medical issues.
His pastime was working on old tractors and raising Paint horses. He enjoyed his children, grandchildren, and great-grands.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years Patricia (Pat), his children Peter Romano, wife Patrika, Lillian Romano Cupparo, husband John, Stacey Lizotte Selby, husband Rick, Joseph Lizotte Jr., and Harvest La France, his grandchildren Kala Mata, Nicholas Cupparo, wife Sennan, Daniel Cupparo and Abby Bullon, Rachel Cupparo and Hugo Blatke, Gino Ramano, wife Jakelyn, Luke Lizotte, wife Eleni, Tayah and Keanah Lizotte, Dominic Grant, Gavin, and Phillip Mc Mahon, and Jaxton La France, great-grandchildren Ty, Hydi, Stevie Raye, Jude Lizotte. He is also survived by two sisters-in-law Maria and Irma Lizotte and many loving nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, his five brothers, and his sister—also, his children Eugene Ramano and Jodi Lizotte Mc Mahon.
He was loved and will be greatly missed.
Graveside Services- Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 10-30 AM at Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/joseph-lizotte
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