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Loehr, Virginia Lee (Riniker) (1923-1979)
Maiden Name: Riniker [Family] Father: Charles Riniker., Mother: Ella, Spouse: Leon H. Loehr [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (C - 52 V4)
Funeral services for Mrs. Virginia Lee Loehr, 55 of Houston were held from the Chapel of the Pete E. Etlinger Funeral Home in Bellville at 10-30 a.m. on Friday, June 15, with Pastor Hobart Meyer officiating. Interment was in the Oak Knoll Cemetery.
Pallbearers were- Arthur Goebel, John Grogg, Edwin Hillman, Norman Buchtien, Guss Riniker, Jr. and Dr. James Lamp.
Mrs. Loehr passed away in a Houston Hospital at 4-40 p.m. on Wednesday, June 15, 1979. She had been in failing health since February 13, 1979.
Born in Bellville on August 7, 1923, she was the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Charles and Ella Riniker. She was reared in Bellville and graduated from Bellville High School in the class of 1941. She was a member of the Lutheran Faith.
The former Miss Virginia Lee Riniker was married to Leon H. Loehr on February 24, 1946 in ceremonies performed in Houston.
Survivors include- husband, Leon H. Loehr of Houston, mother, Mrs. Ella Riniker of Bellville, daughter, Miss Shirley J. Loehr of Houston; son, Russell K. Loehr of Houston; sisters, Mrs. Kermit (Rosalie) Neumann of Houston and Mrs. William (Jayne) Hardy of Houston; brother, Charles A. Riniker of Sugar Land; and a number of nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Riniker, who died August 19, 1978.
Posted by Verna McDowell
Loesch, Leroy Henry (1929-2022)
[Veteran] Korea, US Army [Family] Father: Theodore W Loesch, Mother: Seda Emshoff, Spouse: Ruth Elaine Moench () , FG
Leroy Henry Loesch, 92, of Brenham, TX passed away at home on July 22, 2022. Leroy was born on September 10, 1929 in Brenham to Theodor W. and Seda Emshoff Loesch. He was baptized and confirmed at St. James Lutheran Church of New Wehdem. On July 15, 1950 Leroy married Ruth Elaine Moench at Zion Lutheran Church of Zionsville. Leroy and Ruth were married almost 72 years before her passing on July 13, 2022.
Leroy was currently a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Brenham. His faith was a very important part of his life.
Leroy was an Army veteran having served in Korea. He was a tireless supporter of veteran organizations.
Leroy delighted in his family especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Ruth; and his brother, Melvin Loesch.
Leroy is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Russell and Myrna Loesch of Round Rock, TX; daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Wayne Winkelmann of Brenham, TX. Grandchildren, Lauren and Michael Glasscock, Amy and Jason Supak, Megan and Nate Whalen and Eric Winkelmann; great-grandchildren, Marley Glasscock, Tyson and Lily Supak, Kynleigh Kidd and numerous nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors.
The family would like to thank his caregivers - Linda, Erma, Gertrude, Helen, Bridgette, Tonya, and Cookie and Hospice Brazos Valley- Truby, Courtney, Jeni, Haley, and Brenda for their kindness, respect and compassion shown over the past year.
Visitation will be held from 7-00 A.M. to 7-00 P.M. on Monday, July 25, 2022 at Memorial Oaks Chapel with family present from 4-00 P.M. to 6-00 P.M.
A memorial service will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Brenham on July 26, 2022, at 10-30 A.M.
Looney, Joetta "Jo" (Brown) (1931-2024)
Maiden Name: Brown, Nickname: Jo [Family] Father: Guy Oren “Bill” Brown, Mother: Minnie Elizabeth Lacy, Spouse: Richard “Dick” Looney, Children: Terry Godwin [Cemetery] Industry Methodist Cemetery ()
Joetta “Jo†Brown Mayo Looney, 92, of Bellville, Texas, passed away Friday, March 8, 2024, peacefully at her home.
She was born in Sasakwa, Oklahoma, on August 21, 1931, to Guy Oren “Bill†Brown and Minnie Elizabeth Lacy on her parent's wedding anniversary.
Her family settled in Uniontown, Arkansas where she graduated from Cedarville High School. She was the Valedictorian of her class and was always quick to remind us “yes, but there were only 12 in my classâ€! After graduation, she went to Droughn's Business College to learn shorthand and typing. She married Eugene Mayo, and they had one daughter, Terry. This marriage would later end in divorce.
In 1968, she met and married Richard “Dick†Looney while working at Wilfred Hall Hospital in San Antonio, Tx. They enjoyed 57 years of marriage. She had a full career working in the Civil Service. In 1970, she and husband, Dick, and a few other partners, established New Braunfels Aero Service the Fixed Base Operation of private aircraft in the city of New Braunfels. There began an interesting career. Dick did the flying; partner Frank Adams and Jo did the administrative and finance work. She did whatever was needed, gassing airplanes, all the bookwork before computers on ledgers, and waitressing or cooking if needed at the café at the airport.
Jo and Dick retired early from their lucrative business and started traveling the country in a motorhome for 18 years. They were able to see the United States and all the countryside it has to offer from east to west and north to south. 17 years ago, Jo was ready to settle back down and be closer to family. They bought property in Bellville across from Terry and Jim and built their home. She loved to work in the yard, flowers, and garden. Many people driving down 159W enjoyed the manicured yard she kept and remarked how active she was for her age. She liked it perfectly, even in 104-degree weather!
She loved and enjoyed her family of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. She was a pioneer woman who taught us how to survive life and be a strong woman. She loved her husband and “took care of her manâ€. Her son-in-law, Jim, described her as the sweetest and best mother-in-law. She will be missed however her legacy of nothing is too tough for a woman to tackle will live on forever.
She was preceded in death by her parents- Guy and Minnie Brown; sister-in-law- Doris Brown; niece- Lynn Brown; and grandson- Roger Godwin.
She is survived by her husband- Richard Looney of Bellville; daughter- Terry Godwin and husband, Jim, of Bellville; brother- Bob Brown of Arkansas; sister-in-law- Janice Fisher and husband, Richard, of New Mexico; grandchildren- Kellie Sartain and husband, Jason, of Bellville, Brian Jeffries and wife, Lindsay of Cat Spring, Sophia Bramley and husband, Ian, of Willis, and Chris Godwin of Marble Falls; niece- Jan Brown of Arkansas; nephew- Mike Brown of South Dakota; and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers are Brian Jeffries, Case Jeffries, Spenser Pitcock, Mark Johnson, Ian Bramley, Jim Godwin, and Rick Mitchell.
Honorary Pallbearers were Bill Callaway, Olga Escamilla, Josefina Hernandez, and Rose Cerda.
Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to either-
Friends of Bluebonnet Opry
PO Box 2334
Brenham, Texas 77833
Hospice Brazos Valley
302 East Blue Bell Road
Brenham, Texas 77833
Industry Methodist Church
PO Box 86
Industry, Texas 78944
https://www.schmidtfunerals.com/obituary/joetta-looney
Louis, Arthur Walter (1923-2013)
[Veteran] WW2, ARM3, US Navy, 1941-43 [Family] Father: Walter Louis, Mother: Zelda Blackmon, Spouse: Dorothy Schavrda [Cemetery] Pilgrims Rest Cemetery #01 ()
Bellville Times
Funeral Services for Arthur W. Louis, 90, of Bellville, 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 17, 2013 from St. John Lutheran Church , 520 N. Holland Blvd. in Bellville with Rev. David Henske and Rev. Jennie Jones officiating.
Interment in the Pilgrims Rest Cemetery in Bellville. Pallbearers are Pastor Dan Louis, Jr., Lt. Col. Shane Louis, John Krumrey, Kevin Louis, Billy Schavrda, Bruce Noviskie, David Krueger and Jason Pampell. Honorary Pallbearers are Wayne Schavrda, Roger Krueger and Travis Maher.
Arthur Walter Louis was born on March 21, 1923 in Milano, Texas to parents Walter and Zelda Blackmon Louis. He was raised in Caldwell, graduated from Caldwell High School and Blinn JR. College with an associate degree.
On Feb. 5, 1944 Arthur married the former Miss Dorothy Schavrda in Bellville. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville, Bellville American Legion, 50 year member of Bellville Masonic Lodge. Arthur was an Amateur Ham Radio Operater, W5MMO, tv repair man, tax assessor clerk for Austin County and retired as District Clerk for Austin County . Arthur served in the U. S Navy during WWII as an aviation radio man on a PBY Seaplane.
Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Louis of Bellville, daughter, Ann Maher and husband, Ed of Bellville, son, D.A. “Bubba†Louis of Bellville, grandchildren, Lt. Col.Shane Louis and wife Heather, Kevin Louis and wife Shanna, Kimberly Pampell and husband Jason, John Krumrey and wife Jennifer and Travis Maher, great grandchildren, Riley and Maddox Maher, Madison, Morgan and Trevor Louis, Austin and Kolby Louis, Shelby Pampell, Katelin and Carson Krumrey and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers, 5 sisters,9 brothers-in-law, 6 sisters-in-law and 3 nieces.
The family wishes to thank, Dr. Bosse and staff, Compassionate Care Hospice and staff, Marilyn Werner, Sharon Graham and the most dedicated and caring care givers, Pat and Charles White, Jackie and David Ward and pastor David Henske and pastor Jennie Jones. Memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran Church or Compassionate Care Hospice of Bryan, Texas.
Knesek Funeral Home in Bellville in charge of arrangements- www.knesekfuneralhome.com
Posted by Joy Neely
Lowman, Rita (Prokop) (1943-2024)
Maiden Name: Prokop [Family] Father: Charles Prokop, Mother: Louise, Spouse: James Wayne Lowman [Cemetery] Guardian Angel Cemetery ()
Rita (Prokop) Lowman passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, in Wallis, TX at the age of 81.
Celebration of Life will be officiated by Father Ryzard Kulma from St. Edith Stein Catholic Church. The Memorial Mass will be Friday, September 27th, 2024, at the Guardian Angel Catholic Church in Wallis, TX. Visitation will be from 12:00 - 12:30, Rosary at 12:30, and Memorial Mass at 1:00. Interment will be at the Guardian Angel Cemetery.
Rita was born August 22, 1943, in Wharton, Texas to her parents Charles and Louise Prokop. She was their bouncing, mischievous baby girl. She graduated from Wallis High School and then attended Beauty School in Houston. Rita met her husband, James Wayne Lowman and they were married in GAC on January 3, 1965. Wayne and Rita spent 61 wonderful years together.
She worked as a beautician in Sakowitz making some of the most prominent Houstonians feel beautiful. Rita and Wayne had several adventures together. In 1970 they gave birth to their only child. In 1977 Rita opened Bio-Dynamics Exercise Center next to her husband’s Chiropractic clinic in Wallis.
She organized the GAC Egats Talent Show, was a member of the Catholic Daughters, and was a Lifer in The Gypsy Motorcycle Club. Rita cared for both her parents and mother-in-law, Christine Lowman until their deaths. She was a fervent Prayer Warrior. When her feet hit the floor every morning the devil would say, “Oh no! Rita’s up!”
Wayne and Rita joined the Gypsy MC in 2006. Wayne earned the road name “Nitro” and Rita earned the road name “Glycerin”. Together they were an explosive force to be reckoned with!
Rita loved to pray for people, make them laugh at a naughty joke, have a glass of wine with friends, and ride her motorcycle. She mainly loved to do life projects with Wayne and get into mischief with her grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Louise and Charlie.
She is survived by her husband, Dr. J.W. Lowman, their daughter, Nikki Nolen (Mike), and their grandchildren, Sean Nolen and Samantha Nolen.
Wayne, Mike, Nikki, Sean, and Samantha want to thank all of you for being a part of Rita’s life and showing us so much love and support these past few weeks.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations made to
The Children’s Faith Formation Program at Guardian Angel Catholic Church
P.O. Box 487
Wallis, TX 77485
or
Burttschell Rescue Ranch
7157 Hillboldt Rd.
Sealy, TX 77474.
Burstchell Rescue Ranch
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/rita-lowman
Lubojasky, Ima Jane (Frank) (1934-2014)
Maiden Name: Frank [Family] Father: Arno Frank, Mother: Norma, Spouse: Ben Lubojasky Sr ()
Bellville Times
Ima Jane Lubojasky passed away Friday Nov. 7, 2014. She was born in Bellville on Jan. 13, 1934 and the daughter of Arno and Norma Frank.
Janie is survived by her son Ben Lubojasky and wife Debbie, grandsons Beau and Brooks Lubojasky, sisters Bernice Blum and Maxine Dickehut and nieces and nephews.
Janie was preceded in death by her husband Ben Lubojasky Sr. mother and father Norma and Arno Frank, brothers Hubert and Arno Frank.
A private family gathering will be held in the celebration of her life and death.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the wonderful people at Brazos Valley Hospice Impatient Facility in Bryan Texas.(979-821-5030) 1600 Joseph Drive, Bryan, Texas 77802 .
Posted by Bruce White
Luca, Hajdin (1934-2012)
[Family] Spouse: Zoje Limani [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Hajdin Luca, 78, passed away on Friday, August 10, 2012, in Katy, TX. He was born on May 9, 1934 in Albania.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Zoje Luca; 2 sons, Besnik and Agim Luca; 3 daughters, Mimoza, Naile, and Lavdie Luca; grandchildren, Gentian Luca, Klajdi Buraj, Gea Buraj, Alert Buraj, Henrik Luca, and Ambla Luca; 1 great-grandchild, Aaron Hajdin Luca; 2 brothers, Hysen & Rusten Luca; and 2 sisters, Hame and Mire Luca.
Funeral service will be held at 10-00 AM on Sunday, August 12, 2012, in the Chapel of Beresford Funeral Service. Burial will be at the Sealy Cemetery in Sealy, Texas.
Luca, Zoje (Limani) (1938-2017)
Maiden Name: Limani [Family] Father: Halil Limani, Mother: Hike, Spouse: Hajdin Luca [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Zoje Luca, 79, passed away on June 28, 2017 in Katy, Texas. She was born in Albania on May 6, 1938 to Halil and Hike Limani.
She is survived by her sons, Besnik Luca, Agim Luca; daughters, Mimoza Luca, Naile Luca, Lavdie Luca; grandchildren, Gentian Luca, Klajdi Buraj, Gea Buraj,Alert Buraj, Henrik Luca, Ambla Luca; great-grandchildren, Aaron Hajdin Luca, Chloe Emzi Luca; her sister, Naze Celami; and her brothers, Sulejman Limani and Osman Limani.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, July 1, 2017 from 5 PM to 9 PM in the Chapel of Beresford Funeral Service. A prayer service will be at 10 AM on Sunday, July 2, 2017, in the Chapel of Beresford Funeral Service prior to a graveside service at Sealy Cemetery at 12 noon.
Ludwig, Irene Hattie (Vazansky) (1925-2014)
Maiden Name: Vazansky [Family] Father: Joe Vazansky, Mother: Marie, Spouse: William Karl Ludwig Sr [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) ()
Bellville Times
Irene Hattie Ludwig passed away Monday, June 16, 2014 at her home in Mobile, Ala.
Mrs. Irene Ludwig was born on Jan. 15, 1925 to Marie and Joe Vazansky in Wallis. Irene was one of seven siblings brought up on a farm. Irene graduated from Wallis High School.
Irene spent most of her adult life in Milheim having married the love of her life William Karl Ludwig. Irene and Bill were members of Saint Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Bellville for more than 25 years.
Irene's greatest strength was her love and belief in God. Irene loved being a stay at home mom taking great care of all her children. She also loved living in the country gardening and ranching with her family. Irene loved to cook and bake for her family. Irene baked all the great “Czech†pastries.
After the passing of Bill Ludwig, Irene moved to Mobile, Ala. to be close to her oldest daughter, Theresa Russell, and her family. The Russell family was blessed to have grandma near, as she loved to help in the kitchen and to run errands for the family.
Irene was preceded in death by her parents, husband Bill Ludwig, daughter Elaine Fitzgerald and 5 of her siblings.
She is survived by her sister Hattie Divin and her children, Jean Nichols, William Ludwig, Theresa Russell, Virginia Scott, Olin Ludwig, Ron Ludwig, and David Ludwig. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren.
Visitation and rosary were held Wednesday, June 18, 2014 at 6 p.m.at Knesek Funeral Chapel in Sealy. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 19, 2014 at 2 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sealy. Rev. Eric Pitre celebrated the Funeral Mass and Rite of Committal. Interment was held at the Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Sealy.
Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to the American Heart Association.
Knesek Funeral Home in Sealy in charge of arrangements- www.knesekfuneralhome.com and at www.facebook.com/knesekfuneralhome
Posted by Joy Neely
Luedecke, Betty Lucille (Frank) (1931-2015)
Maiden Name: Frank [Family] Father: Bernhard “Ben” Frank, Mother: Alvina Schroeder, Spouse: Earl Charles Luedecke [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Betty Lucile Luedecke, 83, of Sealy, TX, was born to Bernard and Alvine (Schroeder) Frank on August 20, 1931 in Bellville, TX and died May 26, 2015 in Katy, TX. She was baptized on November 22, 1931 and confirmed on March 25, 1945 in St. John's Lutheran Church in Bellville. She was married to Earl C. Luedecke on November 13, 1948 in St. John's and, except for four years when Earl was in the U.S. Air Force, they spent their entire married life in Sealy. Betty was a past president and secretary of the Sealy Women's Bowling Association, past president of the Sealy Fireman's Auxiliary, and a life member of the Sealy American Legion Auxiliary in which she served 12 terms as President. She also served in several other offices and conducted patriotic programs at the Sealy Schools for over 25 years. She was a Cub Scout and Girl Scout's leader and organized and was the adult leader of the Sealy American Legion Junior Unit for many years. She was also a long time member of the Sealy Rotary Club and was given honorary status. She and her husband also sang in the Trinity Lutheran choir for 30 years.
Betty worked at various jobs, in Sealy, and she owned and operated her own insurance agency from her home for several years. After selling her agency, she worked for other agencies for many years. She was a nurse's aide at the Sealy Hospital and then did coding and insurance work as a clerk at the hospital. She also worked for Drs. Gordon, Smith, Longhi, and Fernandez. Later she became office manager for Dr. Campo and Dr. Fernandez. Always interested in travel, after Betty left the medical profession, she attended travel school and became a travel agent. She worked primarily with groups, escorting them to many places all over the world.
Betty is survived by son, Jay Luedecke and wife, Gina, of Tallahassee, Florida; daughter, Sherri Putt of Katy; 4 grandchildren, Tara Schneider of Sealy and Kristal Schneider of Sealy, Josh Putt of Katy; and step-granddaughter, Rachel Aman of Tallahassee; four great-grandsons; three great-granddaughters; and 14 nieces and nephews.
Betty was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Earl Luedecke; her parents; two brothers, W.B. (Candy) and Otis Frank; 3 sisters, Hazel Kujawa, Nettie Sillavan, and Etta Mae Ottmer; and nephews.
Visitation is 5 pm until 7 pm Friday, May 29, 2015, and funeral service at 1-30 pm Saturday, May 30, 2015, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy. Interment is in Sealy Cemetery. Pallbearers- Harold Frank, Allen W. Frank, Josh Putt, John D. Sillavan, Kenny Sillavan, and Gene R. Sillavan. Honorary pallbearers- Harvey Schiller, Bobby Lange, Curtis Hempel, and Wilbert Frank, Jr.
Knesek Funeral Home in Sealy in charge of arrangements. www.knesekfuneralhome.com.
Luedecke, Cecilia Ann (Henneke) (1942-2016)
Maiden Name: Henneke [Family] Father: Leo Henneke, Mother: Josephine Kuhn, Spouse: Harry Louis Luedecke [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) ()
Cecilia Ann Henneke Luedecke passed away on December 29, 2016 at the age of 74.
She was born to parents Leo and Josephine Kuhn Henneke in Sealy, Texas on February 18, 1942 and was raised in Bernardo, Texas. Cecilia was baptized into the Catholic faith in Mentz, Texas on March 9, 1942. She attended school in Bernardo and Columbus.
On January 3, 1959 Cecilia was joined in marriage to Harry Louis Luedecke at St. Roch’s Catholic Church in Mentz, Texas. They will now be reunited on what would have been their 58th wedding anniversary.
She is survived by her daughter, Tambry Jo Smith and husband David, son, Todd Patrick Luedecke and wife Kay and daughter, Tricia Lane Sowa and husband Steven; grandchildren: Bridget Tarvin and husband Ron, Lindsey Fisher and husband K J, Kaley Rojas and husband David, Blake Luedecke and wife Becca, Toree Luedecke, Katelyn and Zachary Sowa; great-grandchildren: Ashley Fletcher, Brandon Fryer, Haley Rojas, Elissa Tarvin, Kadelina Rojas, Bryce Fisher, Sophia Rojas, Jewley Rojas, Korbin Jones and Saige Luedecke. Sister, Leona Schertz and brother Joe Henneke. Sisters-in-law: Ernestine Henneke, Shirley Luedecke, Vernell Ermis, Mary Lou Gajewski, Gladys Pavelka and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Cecilia also leaves behind a wonderful companion and sweetheart, Al Brown.
Being a devout Catholic, Cecilia was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church for most of her life. She was a Eucharistic Minister and Usher. She helped at the nursing home, was a rosary leader, helped with bereavement receptions and helped with Homebound Ministry. She was a member of Catholic Daughters since 1966 and was also a member of the Altar Society, Bluebonnet Deanery, K J Z T and K J T.
Cecilia loved her family dearly and worshiped her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also had a great love for pets, camping, traveling, birds – especially humming birds and flowers.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sister Marie Poenitzsch, brothers Aloies and Ebert Henneke.
Funeral services were held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sealy at 10:00 am on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 with Rev. Eric Pitre celebrating the funeral mass and rite of committal. Interment was in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Sealy. Pallbearers were Blake Luedecke, Robert Henneke, Zach Sowa, All Henneke, Brandon Fryer and Wilfred Henneke. Honorary Pallbearers were Dan Henneke and Bruce Henneke.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 600 Fourth St., Sealy, Texas 77474.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/4318875
Luedecke, Dora (1831-1911)
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Shiner Gazette, 26 Jan 1911 , Moulton News column
Mrs. Dora Luedecke, aged 80 years, died at the home of Mr. F. Helwig near Old Moulton Tuesday, the 17th inst., after a lingering illness. Her remains were shipped to Cat Springs for interment. May she rest in peace.
Posted by Rox Ann Johnson
Luedecke, Shirley Marie (Drymalla) (1936-2022)
Maiden Name: Drymalla [Family] Father: Sylvester Albert Drymalla, Mother: Bertha Mary Jones, Spouse: Wilfred Christian Luedecke, Children: Marilyn Anderson, Tim Luedecke [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) () , FG
She was born on December 9, 1936 to Sylvester Drymalla and Bertha (Jones) Drymalla in Bernardo, Texas. On February 2, 1956 she married Wilfred C. Luedecke.
Shirley worked as a nurses aid for many years for Rice Medical Center in Eagle Lake.
She was a member of Parish of the Nativity Catholic Church.
Shirley enjoyed playing bingo and going to the casino. She loved polka dancing with her husband Wilfred of fifty-two years and watching the Texas Rangers and Houston Astros. She loved watching Hallmark movies and going fishing. When her children were young they would camp on the sandbars at Rockport most weekends. She loved playing dominoes and 42 and 88 were some of her favorites. She was the one everyone tried to beat.
Her biggest love was cooking for her family and spending time with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and friends.
Shirley is survived by her daughter Marilyn Anderson of Taylor; son Tim C. Luedecke and wife Debbie of Austin; sisters Emily Waddell of Howard City, Michigan and Vernell Luedecke Ermis of Sealy; 9 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her husband Wilfred C. Luedecke and her parents Sylvester and Bertha Drymalla.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 from 5-00 PM to 7-00 PM at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas. A rosary will follow at 7-00 PM.
Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at 10-00 AM at Henneke Funeral Home with Fr. Bob Knippenberg officiating. Visitation on Wednesday will be from 8-00 AM to 10-00 AM.
Burial will take place in Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery in Sealy, Texas.
Pallbearers are Clint Mueller, Tim Luedecke, Jr., Gage Royer, Lucio Valdez, Leon Randermann, Randy Golden, Randy Waters and Richard Sommerlatte. Honorary pallbearers are her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Memorials may be given to the charity of your choice.
Luedecke, Wilfred Christian (1932-2008)
[Veteran] Korea, SP4, US Army [Family] Father: Alfred Roman Luedecke, Mother: Lizzie Louise Garling, Spouse: Shirley Drymalla [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) () , FG
Wilfred C. Luedecke, 75, of Eagle Lake passed away Sunday, May 11, at Rice Medical Center. He was born October 1, 1932 in the Rexville Community near Sealy.
Wilfred was a welder and worked in construction. He served in the U.S. Army. He was a constable for Colorado County Precinct 4 and was a member of the Parish of the Nativity Catholic Church and Polka of America in Eagle Lake, Eagle Lake EMT (19000 hrs.) and the VFW.
Wilfred was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred Raymond Luedecke and Lizzie Garling Luedecke; brothers, Harry and Raymond Luedecke; brothers-in-law, Jack Waddell, Leslie Pavelka and Eugene Gajewski; and nephew, Mark Luedecke.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Shirley Luedecke of Eagle Lake; daughter, Marilyn Mueller and husband, Stacy, of Wimberly; sisters, Mary Lou Gajewski and Vernell Luedecke both of Sealy; four grandchildren, Tim Luedecke, Jr., and wife, Christy, Stacie Marie Royer and husband, Heath, Kristie Luedecke and Clint Mueller; four great-grandchildren, Kaylnn Resendiz, Emmi Paige Luedecke, Gage Royer and Brooklyn Royer; five step grandchildren, James, Mariuna, Mandi and Meshach Balderas and Matthew Quintero; two step-great grandchildren, Brittany Wagoner and Blane Cumberledge; numerous nieces and nephews.
A rosary was held at 7 p.m. at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 14 at 10 a.m. at the Parish of the Nativity Catholic Church in Eagle Lake with Father Robert Guerra officiating. Interment followed in the Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery in Sealy. Henneke Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Pallbearers were Tim Luedecke, Jr., Clint Muller, Heath Royer, Donnie Stern, Albert Delgado and Jeff Pickett. Honorary pallbearers were step-grandchildren and great grandchildren, Commander Post #8783 in Eagle Lake, Grand Knight-Eagle Lake Council #4843 and 4th Degree Assembly # 1136 in Columbus.
Luedeker, Vergil August (1924-2013)
[Veteran] WW2, PFC, USAAF, Pfc US Air Force Pacific 39 mos. [Family] Father: Emil Luedeker, Mother: Frieda Rinn, Spouse: Carrie [Cemetery] Welcome New Salem Lutheran Cemetery ()
Bellville Times
Vergil August Luedeker, 89, of New Um, Texas, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2013 at Colonial Belle Nursing Home in Bellville, Texas. He was a wise man who worked hard and loved his family. He taught his sons and grandchildren what was important in life. His motto in life was, “If it is worth doing, it is worth doing right.â€
Vergil was born in Industry, Texas on January 9, 1924, the son of the late Emil and Frieda (Rinn) Luedeker. He married Carrie Spiess on May 16, 1945 in Welcome, Texas.
Vergil served in the U.S. Army-Air Force during WWII in the Pacific theater. Together Vergil and Carrie farmed and ranched in Industry Texas. He was a carpenter by trade. He loved hunting, fishing and the outdoors.
He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Carrie Luedeker; two sons- David Luedeker and wife, Glenda, of Navasota, Texas and Darrel G. Luedeker and wife, Valerie, of Klein, Texas; sister, Maynola Giese and husband, Cornell, of New Ulm, Texas; five grandchildren- Laura Luedeker Hesters and husband, Chad, Luke Luedeker and wife, LeAnn, Lyle Luedeker and wife, Mary, Kimberly Luedeker, and Heather Luedeker; four great grandchildren- Grady and Morgan Hesters and Hope and Jack Luedeker; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Earline Blezinger; and brother, Quinton Luedeker.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 from 10-00 a.m. to 8-30 p.m. at Koenig & Strickland Zaskoda Chapel, 2280 Main Street, Industry, Texas. Family will receive friends from 5-00 to 8-30 p.m. A prayer service will be held at 6-30 p.m.
Funeral Services will be held at Welcome Lutheran Church, 13636 FM 109, Brenham, Texas, at 10-00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 19, 2013. Burial will follow at Welcome Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Welcome Lutheran Church, 13636 FM 109, Brenham, TX 77833 or Hospice Brazos Valley, 302 East Blue Bell Road, Brenham, TX 77833.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Koenig & Strickland Funeral Home 208 W. Pearl, La Grange, Texas. Family and friends can view and sign the guestbook online at www.lagrangefunerals.com.
Posted by Joy Neely
Luedke, Carmen Yulone (Grawunder) (1935-2020)
Maiden Name: Grawunder [Family] Father: Edwin William Grawunder, Mother: Leona “Jackie” Graham, Spouse: Willard Herman “Bubba” Luedke [Cemetery] Pilgrims Rest Cemetery #01 () , FG
Carmen Grawunder Luedke, 84, of Bellville, Texas, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2020, in Brenham, Texas. She was born September 14, 1935 in Humble, Texas, the daughter of Edwin William and Leona (Graham) Grawunder. Carmen grew up in Racoon Bend and Bellville, graduating from Bellville High School and later attending Texas Lutheran University. She was employed in the banking industry for many years and retired as a bookkeeper from the Texas Tumbleweed in Houston after a very long career.
On January 21, 1956, Carmen was united in marriage with the love of her life, Willard "Bubba" Luedke, at St. Stephen's Lutheran Church in Houston. Carmen and Bubba lived and raised their 3 children in the Klein area before moving to Bellville in 1981 where they were members of St. John Lutheran Church.
Carmen is survived by her daughter, Leann Cochrell and her husband, Darryl, of Tomball; son, Farrell Luedke of Brenham; grandchildren, Amber Barton and her husband, Brent, Heather Cochrell, Wade Luedke, and Katy Luedke; great-grandchildren, Conner, Lacey, Addison, Blair, and Colton; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Margie and Johnny Fleissner of Dale, Mitzie and Butch Fraizer of Cypress, Larry and Sandy Luedke of Huffman, and Melody Luedke of Midlothian, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Willard "Bubba" Luedke; parents, Edwin and Leona Grawunder; son, Mark Luedke; and sister, Sally Kolterman; brother, Keith Grawunder; parents-in-law, Willie and Clara Luedke; brothers-in-law, Glenn Luedke, Terry Luedke, and Wally Wilson; sister-in-law, Alice Luedke; niece, Dena Luedke Kuhlman; and nephew, Dane Luedke.
Friends who wish to may make a memorial gift may do so to the St. John Lutheran Church, 520 North Holland, Bellville, Texas 77418.
Private graveside services will be held at Pilgrims Rest Cemetery in Bellville, TX.
Luedke, Lu Ellen (Froebel) (1917-2013)
Maiden Name: Froebel [Family] Father: W.H. Froebel, Mother: Leontine Pless, Spouse: Ervin Luedke ()
Bellville Times
Lu Ellen Froebel Luedke, 95, of Bellville, passed away Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, in a Brenham hospital.
Lu Ellen was born May 13, 1917, in Bellville, the daughter of W.H. and Leontine Pless Froebel. She was baptized Sept. 23, 1917, at St. John Lutheran Church in Cat Spring, and confirmed April 9, 1933, at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville. She grew up and attended school in Bellville graduating from Bellville High School in 1935.
Lu Ellen married Ervin Luedke on Sept. 22, 1937, in Bellville where they made their home and were members of St. John Lutheran Church. Ervin preceded Lu Ellen in death in July 1974.
Lu Ellen went to work for A.T. Clark Rexall Drug Store where she was employed as a clerk. The business sold to Mr. Paul Engeling and was renamed Paul's Pharmacy. Lu Ellen retired after 40 years. She then worked for the Tot-Teen Store for a while before going to work at the Bellville Junior High Cafeteria where she was employed for 15 years.
Never one to sit around, Lu Ellen then volunteered at St. John's where she helped fold the bulletins. She enjoyed playing cards twice a week with her friend and playing Bingo.
Lu Ellen is survived by her sons Don Luedke and his wife, Judy, and J.W. Luedke and his wife, Paula; grandchildren John Luedke, Al LeBlanc, Michael Luedke and his wife, Christi, Brandon Luedke and his wife, Rebecca, Chad Luedke and Amanda Zapalac, Kendra Dugas Mikeska and her husband, Chad; and great grandchildren Darcy, Chloe, Chandler and Emma. Also surviving Lu Ellen is her sister Waldine Lipsey; brothers Lee Vernon Froebel and Willie Froebel and his wife, Fay; and many other relatives and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Ervin, daughter, Shirley Luedke Dugas, great granddaughter, Elizabeth Luedke and sister, Ella Mae Koehn.
Visitation-, 3-5 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013, Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel, Bellville.
Funeral service- 2 p.m., Monday, Jan. 7, 2013, St. John Lutheran Church, Bellville, Pastor Jennie Jones and Pastor David Henske, officiating
Interment- Pilgrims Rest Cemetery, Bellville.
Pallbearers- Brandon Luedke, Chad Luedke, Michael Luedke, John Luedke, William Lipsey, Scott Lipsey.
Honorary pallbearers, Chad Mikeska, Al LeBlanc.
Friends who wish make memorial gifts to- St. John Lutheran Church, 520 North Holland, Bellville, TX 77418, or to- Hospice Brazos Valley, 302 East Blue Bell Road, Brenham, TX 77833.
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.
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Luedke, Willard Herman "Bubba" (1936-2007)
Nickname: Bubba [Veteran] Korea, US Natl Guard [Family] Father: Willie Luedke, Mother: Clara Mertins, Spouse: Carmen Yulone Grawunder [Cemetery] Pilgrims Rest Cemetery #01 () , FG
Houston Chronicle, November 20, 2007-
Willard "Bubba" Luedke, 71, of Bellville, passed away Monday, November 19, 2007, in Houston. Body will lie in state Tuesday, November 20, 2007, from 1-00 - 7-00 P.M. at the Schmidt Funeral Home in Bellville, where family will be present to receive friends from 5-00 - 7-00 P.M. Funeral Service will be held at 10-00 A.M. Wednesday, November 21, 2007, at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville, with Pastors David Henske and Jennie Jones officiating. Interment will follow in the Pilgrims Rest Cemetery.
Schmidt Funeral Home, P.O. Box 610, 12029 Hwy. 36 South, Bellville, TX 77418. (979) 865-2424. www.schmidtfh.com.
Luetge, Nora Dell (Marek) (1934-2023)
Maiden Name: Marek [Family] Father: Eddie Marek, Mother: Lydia Hatti Slovacek, Spouse: Lester Luetge, Children: JoDell Hodde, Rocky Luetge, Rodney Luetge [Cemetery] Shelby Cemetery ()
NORA DELL MAREK LUETGE, 89, of Industry, Texas, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2023, in Brenham, Texas.
She was born March 9, 1934, in Industry, Texas, the daughter of Eddie and Lydia Hatti Slovacek Marek. Nora grew up and attended schools in Industry. She was one of five daughters to her parents Eddie and Lydia. Nora was united in marriage to Lester Luetge on June 16, 1956. They moved to Houston, where she was a beautician for several years. In 1965, she and Lester moved to Schoenau, until the early 90's when she decided to move back to her hometown. She continued her beautician duties when she moved to the country but later worked in the cafeteria for Brenham ISD, and was able to work for the West End Elementary School until she retired.
Nora was a member of the Industry Methodist Church. She was active in the church choir, Dora Circle, and Industry Lioness. In her spare time, she enjoyed going to dances, and listening to music, had a green thumb and could grow just about anything, loved to cook, and bake, and was well-known for her tea rings, coconut crème pies, and rolls just to name a few. She also liked to crochet. Nora made several blankets for her grandchildren.
She is survived by her children- JoDell Hodde and her husband, Charles, Rocky Luetge and his wife, Melissa, and Rodney Luetge and his wife, Laura; grandchildren- Jason Hodde and his wife, Lauren, Sam Hodde and his wife, Angie, Jon Hodde and his wife, Michelle, Lance Luetge and his wife, Calley, Lucas Luetge and his wife, Lacie, Leif Luetge and his wife, Emily, Travis Watts and his wife, Areli, Alexis Jones and her husband, Tyler, Taylor Luetge, and Lindsey Luetge and her fiancé, Brandon Lloyd; great-grandchildren- Houston, Harper, Natalie, Preston, Elliot, and Hendrix Hodde, Maverick, Eva, Gavin, Jackson, Emma, and Creed Luetge, Landry, and Katherine Watts, Ellie, Eden, and Everly Jones; sisters- JoAnn Bayer, and Gladys Keaton; brother-in-law- Walter Glaeser; and numerous other family members and dear friends.
Nora was preceded in death by her husband- Lester Luetge; parents- Eddie and Lydia Marek; sisters- Ruth Glaeser, and Doris Luetge.
Pallbearers are Lance Luetge, Lucas Luetge, Leif Luetge, Jason Hodde, Sam Hodde, Jon Hodde, Travis Watts, and Taylor Luetge.
Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to-
Industry Methodist Church
1914 Main Street, Industry, Texas 78944.
https://www.schmidtfunerals.com/obituary/nora-luet
Luhn, Henry Werno (1928-2013)
[Family] Father: Werno Adolph Luhn, Mother: Johanna Goebel, Spouse: Lillian & Viola [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (C)
Bellville Times
Henry Werno Luhn was born May 30, 1928, to parents Werno Adolph and Johanna Goebel Luhn in the Coshatte Community outside of Bellville. He passed away April 22, 2013, at the age of 84 years, 10 months and 22 days.
Henry was raised in the Coshatte and Bellville communities of Austin County. He started school when he was nine years old at the Coshatte School. In the fourth grade, he transferred to the Bellville Elementary School. After graduating from Bellville High School in 1949, he attended Blinn Junior College in Brenham and received an Associate Arts Degree on June 4, 1951. He later transferred to Sam Houston Teachers College and received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Library Science on June 25, 1958.
During his Bellville High School and Blinn College years, Henry was actively involved as a manager for the football teams. He loved sports and followed the football and baseball teams in the newspapers.
Henry worked at several jobs during his lifetime including a laundry mat, recreation center and the golf pro shop, as his handicap permitted.
He lived a simple life with his mother, until she passed away Dec. 26, 1984. The later part of his adult life was spent mostly homebound due to his physical instability, considerable hearing loss and his inability to walk without assistance.
In March 2006, Henry moved to the Colonial Belle Nursing Home in Bellville.
Henry never let his handicap slow him down. He always had a friendly smile, and as a result, he never met a stranger, and made many friends. He loved to play cards and dominos with his buddies, reading the Chronicle and keeping up with current events.
He also loved sports, working crossword puzzles and putting together jigsaw puzzles.
Henry is survived by his brother Robert Earl Luhn and his wife, Vernice Krumrey Luhn, of Bellville; nieces Hanna J Loehr Schroyer and her husband, Steve, Cynthia Luhn Hempel and her husband, Mark, Donna Luhn Gammenthaler and her husband, Brian; nephew Tom Loehr and his wife, Susan; great nephews and great nieces Geoffrey Schroyer, Justin Schroyer, Evan Loehr, Adam Hempel, Katie Hempel, Kyle Gammenthaler and his wife, Mandy, Amy Gammenthaler and Kevin Gammenthaler; and many cousins, other relatives and dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Werno Adolph Luhn on June 28, 1960, his mother, Johanna Goebel Luhn on December 26, 1984, sister, Dorothy Lorene Luhn Loehr on Dec. 10, 1984, brother-in-law, James Loehr in September 1996, and sister-in-law, Sandra Lange Luhn on Jan. 20, 2000.
Visitation was held from 5-7 p.m., Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at the Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel in Bellville. Funeral service was held at 3 p.m., Wednesday, April 24, 2013, at the Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Amy Haralson officiating. Interment followed in Oak Knoll Cemetery in Bellville. Pallbearers were Adam Hempel, Tom Loehr, Roy Golan, Lee Charles Goebel, Tom Grawunder and Elroy Kiecke.
Schmidt Funeral Home, 12029 Hwy. 36 S., P.O. Box 610, Bellville, TX 77418, (979) 865-2424, www.schmidtfunerals.com
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Luhn, Ida Mae (1914-2013)
[Family] Father: William Fredrick Luhn, Mother: Emma Swogetinsky ()
Bellville Times
Ida Mae Luhn, 98 of Brenham, passed away Nov. 20, 2013 at Scott & White Hospital Brenham. Graveside services were held Saturday, Dec. 7 n Prairie Lea Cemetery with Rev. Dr. W. Bret Hampton officiating.
She was born Dec. 2, 1914 in Brenham to William Fredrick and Emma (Swogetinsky) Luhn. Ida Mae worked in Houston for many years. In recent years, she returned to Brenham.
She was preceded in death by parents and brother Herman Luhn.
Numerous cousins survive her.
Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer St., Brenham, TX. Luh979.836.3611 Condolences may be shared at www.BrenhamMemorialChapel.com.
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Luhn, William Edward "Ed" (1834-1889)
Nickname: Ed [Veteran] CWCSA, 1CPL, Waul's Texas Legion, Co K TX Inf. [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (C) , FG
Captured at Yazoo City.
Transferred to Ft. Delaware March 19, 1864.
Released on oath May 22, 1865
Lunbeck, Laurence Hempill (1905-1984)
[Veteran] WW2, SSGT, US Army [Family] Spouse: Susan Eleanor Justman [Cemetery] Industry Methodist Cemetery ()
Funeral services for Laurence H. Lunbeck of Sealy were held Tuesday, December 4, 1984. At the Industry United Methodist Church at 2:00 PM with Rev. Robert Walker officiating.
Burial was in the Industry Methodist Cemetery.
Mr. Lundbeck, 79, passed away in a Katy hospital Saturday, December 1.
Born in Beatrice, Nebraska August 22, 1905, he was reared in Nebraska and attended schools there. He was united in marriage with Susan Justman January 15, 1946 in League City. A World War II veteran of the U. S. Army, he was a member of the Sealy American League Post 442 and a member of the Industry United Methodist Church. He was {a} well driller by occupation.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Susan Lundbeck of Sealy; one son and one daughter-in-law. Stanley L. and Darlene Lundbeck of Industry; and three grandchildren, Suzanne. Christopher and Nicole Lunbeck.
Pallbearers were Dan Justman, Otto Wiktirik, John Hardy, Thomas Schultz, Brian Haevischer, and Ruben Eckermann. The Pete Ellinger Funeral Home of Belleville was in charge of funeral arrangements.
Lyerly, Mary (Perhosky) (1923-2014)
Maiden Name: Perhosky [Family] Father: Frank Perhosky, Mother: and Helen Pronko, Spouse: Edward J. Lyerly ()
Bellville Times
Mary Perhosky Lyerly, 90, passed away on Friday, Jan. 3, 2014, in Richardson, Texas. She was born at home on June 22, 1923, in Carnegie, Penn., the daughter of Frank and Helen (Pronko) Perhosky. Mary grew up and attended schools in Scott Township, Pennsylvania, graduating from Scott Township High School.
Mary was united in marriage to Edward J. Lyerly, on Sept. 14, 1949, at the Assumption Catholic Church in Houston, where they resided for 52 years. Upon retirement, they made their home on a small farm near Kenney, Texas. They had most recently lived in Richardson, Texas to be near their daughter.
Mary is survived by her daughter Saundra Scott and her husband, Huey, of Richardson, Texas; grandsons Patrick Scott and his wife, Lauren, of Cypress, Texas, and Matthew Scott and his wife, Sory, of Richardson, Texas; great grandchildren Abril Scott, Alexis Scott and Ava Scott; sisters Christine Ziolkowski and her husband, Leonard, of Dallas, Pennsylvania, and Helen Perhosky of Houston; brother Paul Perhosky of Carnegie, Pennsylvania and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward J. Lyerly, in 2007, parents, Frank and Helen Perhosky, son, Edward Jerome, Jr., sister, Ann Aurin, brothers, John, Walter, Frank, Leo, Joseph and Michael Perhosky.
Pallbearers are- Gary Driskell, Steve Driskell, Mike Driskell, George Lyerly, Patrick Scott and Matthew Scott.
Visitation was held from 9-11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014, at the Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel in Bellville. Funeral Service followed at 11 a.m. Interment was in the Pilgrims Rest Cemetery.
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Lynn, Jimmie Doris (Gourkley) (1921-2015)
Maiden Name: Gourkley ()
Bellville Times
Jimmie Doris (Gourkley) Lynn was born Dec. 24, 1921, in Jacksonville, Texas. The daughter of James C. Gourley and Dolly (Murphy) Gourley, she grew up and attended school in Jacksonville graduating from Jacksonville High School.
On June 16, 1940, Doris married Edgar Lynn in Amarillo. They made their home in Bellville where Doris owned and operated Lynn's Beauty Shop for many years. Upon retirement, Doris and Edgar moved to the Lynn home place in Kenney.
Doris was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Bellville for over 60 years where she enjoyed working with the children in the nursery and the serving group for families after services. She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, and the Brenham Art League where she enjoyed watercolor art. Her hobbies included fishing (a favorite), gardening and reading.
Doris passed away Friday, April 24, 2015, in Brenham at the age of 93. She is survived by her daughter Patsy Mikeska of Kenney; sons Joe Ed Lynn and wife, Patsy, of Bellville, and Fred Lynn and Judy Heddon of Kenney; grandchildren Jon Lynn of Bellville, Zachary Lynn of Amarillo, Paige Lynn of Bushland, Greta Gammill and husband, Matt, of College Station; great grandchildren Garett Gammill and Vann Michael Lynn; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends.
Doris was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Edgar Lynn, son-in-law, Floyd Mikeska, grandson, Michael Lynn Mikeska, and four sisters and one brother.
Visitation was held Tuesday, April 28, 2015, at 1 p.m.. at the First Baptist Church of Bellville. Funeral Service followed at 2 p.m. with Pastor Michael Criner officiating. Interment was in the Oak Knoll Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Jerry Sessons, Matt Gammill, Floyd Merten, Jon Lynn, Russell Green and Chuck Gourley.
Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to the First Baptist Church of Bellville, 504 East Strauss, Bellville, TX 77418, or to Hospice Brazos Valley, 302 East Blue Bell Road, Brenham, TX 77833.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Schmidt Funeral Home, 12029 Hwy. 36 S., PO Box 610, Bellville, TX 77418 - (979) 865-2424 - www.schmidtfunerals.com
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