Austin County, Texas

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Maass, Vivian (Mahlmann) (1929-2013)

Maiden Name: Mahlmann [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (C - 52 U3) [COD] Stroke 

Bellville Times

Vivian Mahlmann Maass, 84, went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 29, 2013, following complications from a stroke. Funeral services were 11 a.m., Thursday, May 2, 2013 at Welcome Lutheran Church, with Pastor John Sutton officiating. Burial will take place in Oak Knoll Cemetery in Bellville at 1-30 p.m. Visitation will be from 4 until 8 p.m. Wednesday evening at Memorial Oaks Chapel.

Vivian Maass was born March 7, 1929 to Herman and Edna Walchiek Mahlmann. She was baptized and confirmed at Welcome Lutheran Church, and attended the Welcome School. She married Alton Maass on November 9, 1948 in Grace Lutheran Church in Brenham.

Survivors include her brother and sister-in-law, Clarence and Ora Nell Mahlmann of Nelsonville; sister-in-law, Edith Maass of Texarkana, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Alton Maass, son, Harold Maass, and brothers Bailey and Norris Mahlmann.

Serving as pallbearers are Clinton Maass, Clarence Mahlmann, Jr., Mike Hardy, Marvin Ottmer, Carroll Machos, and Jack Luedke.

Memorials may be directed to Welcome Lutheran Church.

Funeral arrangements for Vivian Maass are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 W. Main, Brenham. To post a tribute to the family, visit www.memorialoakschapel.com

Posted by Joy Neely

Macha, Larry Lee (1948-2003)

[Family] Father: Leroy W. Macha, Mother: Ann Kova, Spouse: Margaret  () 

Bellville Times
August 2003

Larry Lee Macha was born April 14, 1948 in Wharton, Texas. The son of Leroy W. and Ann Kova Macha, he grew up and attended school in East Bernard, graduating from East Bernard High School.

In 1970, he graduated from Texas A&M University and, in 1973, he graduated from the University of Texas School of Law. Larry was united in marriage with Margaret Guilbeaux in Rosenberg.

They made their home in Bellville where they have been members of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. A prominent, well-respected Attorney in Austin County, Larry had been active in numerous civic organizations. He was currently Legal Counsel for Industry State Bank, San Bernard Electric Coop and the First National Bank in Bellville.

A country boy at heart, Larry loved ranching and tending his cattle. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a devoted husband and father, and had a great sense of humor.

He passed away Saturday, Aug. 16, 2003 in Houston at the age of 55.

He is survived by his wife of over 30 years Margaret Macha; and children Ross Macha and Sarah Macha, all of Bellville. He is also survived by his mother Ann Kovar Macha of Hungerford; sister Judy Macha Brown of Houston; brother Gene Macha of Hungerford; father-in-law Charles Guilbeaux of Houston; and many other dear friends and relatives.

He was preceded in death by his father, Leroy Macha.

Vigil Service was held at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 18, 2003 at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Bellville. Funeral was celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2003 at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Father Tim Bucek, Celebrant.

Graveside Service followed at 2 p.m. at St. John Church Cemetery in Hungerford. Pallbearers were Guy Schultz, Gary Frank, Jimmy Marik, Dale Sikora, Terry Logan and Charles Goeke. Honorary pallbearers were Nelson Davis and J.R. King.

In lieu of usual remembrances, friends who wish may make memorial gifts to the American Heart Association, Memorial Processing Center, P.0. Box 15186,

Austin, Texas, 78761, the American Diabetes Association, Always and Forever Memorial and Honor Program, P.0. Box 2680, North Canton, Ohio, 44720 or to the charity of their choice.

Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Schmidt Funeral Home in Bellville.

Posted by Joy Neely

Machac, Jerry James (1947-2023)

USFlag[Veteran] Vietnam, USAF, 1968-72 [Family] Father: Frank Machac, Mother: Janice Chaney, Spouse: Beverly “Bee” Jenner  () 

JERRY JAMES MACHAC, 76, of Bellville, Texas, passed away Monday, March 6, 2023, in Bellville.

He was born January 21, 1947, in Hempstead, Texas, the son of Frank and Janice Chaney Machac. Jerry grew up and attended schools in the Monaville area, graduating from Hempstead High School. He enlisted in the United States Air Force and served his country from 1967 until he was honorably discharged in 1973. He was deployed to Vietnam for one year. After returning home, he attended the University of Texas at Austin. Jerry was employed with San Bernard Electric Co-op as a right-of-way agent for thirty-nine years retiring in January 2022.

He was united in marriage to Beverly “Bee” Jenner on December 19, 1993, in Bellville. They were active members of St. John Lutheran Church. Jerry was a member of the Bellville American Legion Post #115, and Bellville VFW Post #6255. In his spare time, Jerry enjoyed playing golf, hunting, and UT Longhorns Ball Games.

Jerry is survived by his Loving Wife- Beverly “Bee” Machac of Bellville; Bonus Children- Lorri Morris and her husband, Todd, and Mark Mikeska; all of Bellville; Grandchildren- Masen Marie and her husband, Devon, Hunter Morris and his wife, Ariel, and Deacon Morris; great-grandchildren- Charli Rey Marie, and Baby Liam Morris (any day now); Mother- Janice Machac of Bellville; and many other family and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his father- Frank Machac, and his brother- Terry Machac.

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Machemehl, Charles Allen (1930-2003)

[Family] Spouse: Willis Carolyn [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (C) 

Bellville Times
Wednesday, May 28, 2003

A graveside service for Charles Allen Machemehl was held Saturday, May 24, 2003 at Oak Knoll Cemetery in Bellville.

Mr. Machemehl was born in Bellville and later moved to Houston. He was a retired pipe fitter and was a member of Local 211.

Charles Allen Machemehl, 72, passed away Wednesday, May 21, 2003.

He is survived by his son David Machemehl and wife Newman of Pearland, daughter Charlene Machemehl of Houston, brother William Lee Machemehl and wife Alberta of Houston, sister-in-law Jeanette Kocian and husband Marvin of Shiner, Texas, brothers-in-law Jack Wilkins of Edgewood, Texas, Charles Gerum and wife Ruth and Lawrence Gerum and wife Marcell all of Houston and numerous other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife Willis Carolyn Machemehl.

Funeral services were entrusted to Niday Funeral Home in Houston, Texas.

Posted by Joy Neely

Machemehl, Louis Arnold, Sr. (1882-1952)

Notable person [Family] Father: Paul Machemehl, Mother: Hermine Brune, Spouse: Adelheid Reichardt [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery () , FG 

Louis A. Machemehl is one of Bellville's native sons, born on the 20th of December, 1881, to Paul and Hermina (Brune) Machemehl, a native son and daughter of Germany. Coming to the United States and to Texas in 1849, they made their way from Houston to within four miles of Bellville, in Austin county, with an ox team, and there Paul Machemehl became a farmer and stock-raiser. He is now living retired from an active business life on his old homestead, and he is honored as one of the pioneers of Austin county. John Machemehl, his father, was for many years the official surveyor of Austin county, a civil engineer by profession, and during his lifetime devoted to that work he served many years as a county surveyor, and at the time of his death was succeeded in that office by his son, J. H. Machemehl.
It was on his father's estate in Austin County that Louis A. Machemehl grew to years of maturity, attending first a public school near Bellville, later a private college at Brenham, and he then pursued a business course at Hill's Business College of Waco. With this splendid training he began life's activities, and from that time to the present he has been identified with the cattle business, utilizing for this purpose at the present time three thousand acres of ranch and farming land. In 1907 he was made one of the directors of the First National Bank of Bellville, and in October of 1909 he was one of the organizers of the Austin County State Bank, and he is serving now as its vice president. This bank is capitalized at thirty thousand dollars, and has a surplus of six thousand dollars, and its officers and directors are all men of the highest business standing in Austin County and southeastern Texas.
Mr. Machemehl married, in 1904, Addie Reichard, a daughter of Charles Reichard, of Bernardo, in Colorado county, he having come to Texas from Germany in 1850. The two children of this marriage union are Louis A., Jr., and Adel Heide. Mr. Machemehl has fraternal relations with the Woodmen of the World, with the Sons of Herrmann and with the Bellville Turn Verein. He gives his political support to the Democratic party, and he is serving at the present time as chairman of precinct No. 1. (Historical Review of South-East Texas and the Founders, Leaders and Representative Men, Vol 2, by Dermot Hardy and Maj. Ingham S. Robert, by The Lewis Publishing Company, Chicago, 1910

Madden, Dorothy Rose (Killough) (1921-2020)

Maiden Name: Killough [Family] Father: Ulysses Stanley Killough, Mother: Elizabeth Kleinworth, Spouse: Frank Bruce Lucas & Vernon Marshall Madden [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG 

The Sealy News, July 20, 2020-

Dorothy Rose Madden, 99 of Sealy, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2020 in Sealy. Dorothy was born on January 14, 1921 in Houston, Texas to Ulysses and Elizabeth Killough. She had three sisters, Bea (Jimmy) Bradley, Marie (Weyland) Aldredge, and Betty (Jim) Howard.

During her lifetime she was a member of First United Methodist Church and the Shepherd's Way Church, both in Sealy. She was involved with the Youth Group, a teacher at Vacation Bible School , a member of the Memorial Committee, attended the Women's Socials, and the Quilting Group.

Her civic activities included being a member of the board of the Sealy Medical Foundation, a Girl Scout Leader, and volunteering with Meals on Wheels, Friends of the Library, Coordinator of the Sealy Christian Food Pantry, and the National Parks System Christian Ministry Program.

Dorothy and her late husband, Vernon, owned and operated the Madden Insurance Agency for many years until their retirement in 1974. Vernon was Superintendent of the Sealy schools for approximately forty years.

Dorothy is survived by Vernon, and Carolyn Sue (Corky and Susie) Madden, Frank (Skipper) and Wendi Lucas, Dianne (DeeDee) Hauerland (deceased), Mickey and Mary Helen Madden, Libby and Harry Hoff, and Kathy and Eddie Johnson; 15 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

She was a beloved mother, step-mother, grandmother, a friend to all who knew her, and a born leader. Dorothy was known for her pecan pie, King Ranch casserole, gumbo, and Grandma's spaghetti. She traveled to all fifty states, many of the national parks, and international travel. An especially fond trip was her trip to Ireland.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Shepherd's Way Church at 1225 Eagle Lake Road, Sealy, TX 77474.

The family would like to thank her caregivers and the Brazos Crossing staff for their excellent care.

A graveside service was held on Monday, July 20, at at Sealy Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel 768 Fourth St., Sealy; 979-885-6311; www.knesekfuneralhome.com.

Maddox, Eleanor "Ellie" (Steger) (1935-2014)

Maiden Name: Steger, Nickname: Ellie [Family] Father: Gus Ford Steger, Mother: Robbie Lee Wright, Spouse: 2nd w/o Truman A. Maddox [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () [COD] Cancer 

Bellville Times

Eleanor “Ellie” Steger Maddox, 78, lost her fight with cancer at her home in Sealy, on June 24, 2014, surrounded by loved ones.

Ellie was born to Gus Ford Steger and Robbie Lee Wright Steger in Palestine, Texas on Sept. 3, 1935. She graduated from Columbus High School in 1953.

A true Texas lady, she lived in several Texas cities before settling in Sealy, where she has resided for the past 34 years.

She moved to Sealy after marrying the love-of-her-life, the late Truman A. Maddox, former Sheriff of Austin County, on Feb. 18, 1979.

Miss Ellie will be remembered by many for her quick-wit, spirited personality and her love of music, with a soft-spot for country music, Texas honky-tonks and two-stepping.

Texas and American history, the military, road trips and also tickling the ivories were all special hobbies. With her passion for history and love for her family, she spent many years tracking her genealogy back several generations, often “dragging” supportive Truman with her across the country to different archives.

Ellie, a proud Texan, was a lifetime member of the Austin County Peace Officers Association, a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, United Daughters of the Confederacy, and Daughters of the Republic of Texas.

Ellie was preceded in death by her husband of 21 years, Truman A. Maddox, and her parents Gus Ford and Robbie Lee Steger.

She is survived by her four daughters, Pamela Morgan Brittain, Cyndy Morgan Hancock and husband Scott, Janis Morgan Green, and Jackie Morgan Hagens and husband John; two step-sons, Wayne Schavrda and wife Mary and Billy Schavrda and wife Sue; grandchildren, Ryan and Travis Brittain, Tera Dunn Saleman, Robin Hancock Broughton, Michael Hancock, Jeremy Speck, Special Operator First Class Blake Kutach, Benjamin Green, Steven, Katie, Molly, and Jack Hagens; step-grandchildren, Clay and Chase Schavrda, Shannon Stiner, the late Heather Gabbi and Eric Schavrda; brother, Jeff Steger; nephews, Ford and JJ Steger; niece, Lt. Commander Andria Steger Davis; and 10 great-grandchildren.

In memory of Miss Ellie, donations can be made to the Austin County Peace Officers Association. www.knesekfuneralhome.com

Posted by Joy Neely

Maeckel, Ernst Edward (1843-1919)

USFlag[Veteran] CWCSA, PVT, Co H Allen's Rgt 17 TX Inf. [Family] Spouse: Frances Mares [Cemetery] Industry Brethren Cemetery () , FG 

Ernst Edward Maeckel

The Brethren Journal September 1919 Industry- The Lord of life and death has chosen to call to Himself one of our dear brothers.

ERNST EDWARD MAECKEL has left us. He died the day of 8th of September on his farm in Bleiberville at three o'clock in the morning.

He was born on the 26th of January, year of 1843 in Lengefeld, Germany.

Year of 1852 as a nine year old youth, he moved to Frelsburg, Texas. When the Civil War broke out, he joined the Southern Army. He served 3 years as a soldier, until year 1865.

In year 1874, he took as his wife, Frances Mares, daughter of Frank Mares, and lived with her in blessed matrimony, until his Lord called him from this period of 77 years of age.

During his endeavors he acquired considerable property. He is mourned by his wife, as she lost a faithful life companion.

Surviving also his departure are 6 children, who mourn the loss of their beloved father and 13 grandchildren who will miss their grandfather. Also 4 sisters painfully feel his departure.

The church in Industry lost a faithful member and highly respected friend and neighbor.

The funeral services were held with unusually large attendance on day 9 of September. He was laid to rest in the Czech-Moravian Cemetery in Industry. In the home of the sorrowful, the funeral services were conducted by Rev. A. Motycka; in the church, Rev. J. Juren in the Czech language, Rev. A. Motycka in the English language. At the cemetery, the funeral services were concluded by Rev. J. Juren in the Czech language.

The weather was favorable, however, the day before the funeral, it rained hard around Bleiberville. The people did not mind the bad roads. They felt they had to accompany their dear friend to the place of his rest. The large attendance of people was evidence of his popularity and high respect in the whole community.

May God bless the grief stricken family! Blessed are the dead who die in Christ!

(Note- above obit was recorded in the Sept. 6. 1919 Issue of The Brethren Journal, "Bratrske Listy," in the Czech language and translated into the English language by James L. Hejl, 1005 N. Hwy 95, Little River Academy, Texas 76554, December 1, 2004).

Submitted by Edith M. Betts

Maeckel, Frances (Maresh) (1853-1932)

Maiden Name: Maresh [Family] Spouse: Edward Maeckel [Cemetery] Industry Brethren Cemetery () 

Bellville Times, 1932
Mrs. Frances Maeckel

Mrs. Frances Maeckel, nee Maresh, was born March 20, 1853, at Cherma, Checho-Slovakia. At the age of 18 she immigrated with her parents, sisters and brother to Texas and settled at Frelsburg, Colorado Co.

On Nov. 22, 1874, she was united in marriage to Edward Maeckel who preceded her to eternity on Sept. 8, 1919. To this union 8 children were born, two of which died in infancy; those surviving her are William Maeckel of Shelby, Mrs. Therese Zettel and Mrs. Emma Kaase of Nelsonville, Mrs. Helene Schmalriede of New Bremen and Miss Annie Maeckel and Edward O. Maeckel of Bleiblerville.

Beside these children, her departure is deeply mourned by her niece, Miss Louise Maresh, whom she reared from a motherless babe of 9 months and to whom she extended the same motherly love and care as to her own children.

Furthermore, she is survived by 23 grandchildren, and her only brother Frank Maresh, of Sealy.

She always enjoyed good health and it was only for the last half past year that the infirmities of old age began to show on her.

She died Sunday night, Nov. 13, at the home of her son, Edward O. Maeckel of Bleiblerville, of which community she had been a resident for over 50 years and reached the age of 79 years, 7 months and 23 days.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, Nov. 15, with interment at the church of the Bohemian-Moravian Brethren at Industry, Rev. F. H. Horak of Caldwell officiating. The following nephews of this good woman acted as pallbearers- Arthur Korff of Austin, Frank Hejl of Seaton, Joe Schiller of Richmond, Frank Schiller of Sealy, B. W. Schiller of Nelsonville, Leon Maeckel of Yoakum.

She was a true Christian woman, a loving wife and mother, and a friend of all who knew her. May she rest in peace.

Card of Thanks

We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for their kind assistance during our late bereavement, the death of our dear mother, Mrs. Frances Maeckel, and for the beautiful floral offerings; and the Rev. F. H. Horak for his consoling words.

William Maeckel
Miss Annie Maeckel
Mrs. Gus Zettel
Mrs. Fred Schmalriede
Mrs. Wm. Kaase
Ed. O. Maeckel

Submitted by Edith Betts

Maedgen, Cynthia (McDaniel) (1948-2013)

Maiden Name: McDaniel [Family] Father: R.T. “Pete” McDanie, Mother: Georgia, Spouse: Will Dickey & George Glover & Bryan Maedgen  () [COD] Breast cancer 

Bellville Times

Cynthia Maedgen lost her long battle with breast cancer on Wednesday, May 1, and the first thing she would say would be “Now, don't anyone fuss about me.” Family and friends will refuse to listen, of course, because they know Cynthia always put the interests of others ahead of her own. A heartfelt recognition of this remarkable woman was Saturday, May 4, at 2-30 p.m. at Chapelwood United Methodist Church (11140 Greenbay) in Houston. In lieu of anything dark and dreary, the family asks that light and cheerful clothing rule the day to honor the brilliance of a woman who illuminated all who knew her.

Cynthia was born in San Angelo and she would not hesitate to cite the year- 1948. Her salt-of-the-earth upbringing by parents Georgia and R.T. “Pete” McDaniel forged the foundation for her entire life and her relationship with her savior Jesus Christ. She successfully conveyed her deep values and love of life to three children of her own- Robin Dickey age 41, Courtney Burlison age 37 and Meredith Valach age 23, devoting herself to raising them before becoming a valued member of Reynolds Media Services. Proud to see Courtney married in 1998, Cynthia gained a new smile from Meredith's glorious wedding at Horseshoe Bay, Texas only a few weeks ago. Another instant smile formed when Robin shared his plan to marry Tiffany Roach, appropriately on Mother's Day Weekend later this month.

Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2001, Cynthia shrugged off significant health issues as mere inconveniences, never allowing them to slow her pace or define her world. After her 24-year marriage to Will Dickey, the father of her children, she started a new chapter of her life - and met and fell in love with George Glover, whom she married in 1997. Cynthia was a rock for George when doctors had no answers, and he was taken too quickly from her in 2000. Cynthia found an enduring peace in the loving arms of Bryan Maedgen, whom she married in 2005, and in the quiet hill country farm she and Bryan created together.

Survivors include husband Bryan Maedgen and her mother Georgia McDaniel; daughter Courtney, husband Scott and granddaughters Mary Ella, Addy Scott, and Molly Kate; daughter Meredith and husband Christopher- son Robin and fiancé Tiffany; stepson Russell, wife Jennifer and grandchildren Patrick, Jack and Ella; stepson Ward, wife Merideth and grandchildren Mack, Hud and Tess; two sisters Kathie, husband Kent and Stevie, husband Randy along with numerous nieces and nephews. Her beloved daddy R. T. “Pete” McDaniel passed away in 2011, and Cynthia previously bid farewells to relatives who included Mary Eleanor and Robert K Henderson.

Close your eyes, and listen to Cynthia's laughter - a sound that will brighten all days to come.

In lieu of flowers, her family asks that a donation be made in her honor to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 W. Main St., Brenham. To post a tribute to the family, visit www.memorialoakschapel.com.

Posted by Joy Neely

Magjarevich, Daniel (1937-2013)

[Family] Father: Anton Lovriæ / George Magjarevich, Mother: Mary Pezer, Spouse: Gladys Marie Herzik [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG 

Daniel Magjarevich passed away peacefully on April 2, 2013, at 5-35pm at the age of 76 years of age, in Katy, Texas. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend to many.

Daniel, also known as "Big Dan", was born on January 30, 1937 in Goricé, Bonsia, formerly part of the country of Yugoslavia. He was the fourth child of Mary Pezar Lovriæ and Anton Lovriæ (pronounced, "Lovrich"). Daniel's birth name was Zdenko Lovriæ. His birth father died a few months later in 1937 when Daniel was only 7 or 8 months old. About a year later, Mary married again to Juro Maðaroviæ, whose name was later Americanized to "George Magjarevich". George accepted and adopted Daniel and sisters Lucie and Annie as his own children. They called him Tata, which is Croatian for "Daddy".

In 1944, while George was away serving in the Yugoslavian Navy as a baker, Mary had to leave with her children aboard a train to Austria in the middle of the night in order to flee the approaching enemy forces, never to see her home, property or country ever again; Daniel was 7 years old. The family lived in refugee camps in Austria for five years. During that time, George searched from camp to camp in Austria until at last, he located his family. Later, they then traveled through Germany to board the ship, USS General M. B. Steward, bound for the land of America in 1949. The family was processed through Ellis Island in New York and later arrived in New Orleans, Louisiana on November 16, 1949. They then traveled to Fayette County and settled in Schulenburg, Texas.
Daniel attended school at the St. Rose of Lima Catholic School in Schulenburg. He managed a gasoline service station for a while. In about 1958 or 1959, while working as a cook at Rudy's Café in nearby Weimar, he met his future wife, Gladys Herzik, where she was also working as a waitress. They later married on December 21, 1963 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Schulenburg. They then lived in San Antonio for six years and had three sons, Richard, Michael and Mark, before moving to Sealy in 1969 where they lived out the rest of their lives together. In 1969 he went to work for Schindler Bros. Steel Mill in Sealy, which later became Hurricane Industries. He was a welder and mechanic, repairing machinery and then fabricating needed parts when they replacements were not available. In the 1980s, he went to work for King Construction in Wallis, performing welding and maintenance on equipment. He worked 60-hour weeks in the heat of the steel mill and in the heat of Texas for years to ensure that his wife and children would never have to go without. He was very proud of his family.

In the mid-1980's, Daniel began to have heart problems. The Dr. told him he had to retire from working, slow down and take it easy. He slowed down a little, but not much. He still worked part-time on jobs and in the yard and garden. He was an independent man and wanted to do as much as he could himself, and he did just that for the next 27 years.

Daniel's favorite activity was playing dominoes. He played dominoes with friends at My Place Pool Hall and Saloon in Downtown Sealy many times a week for years. He played the game for many years in towns around Texas and even in other states on occasion. He frequently competed in The Texas State Tournament, many years placing among the best in the state and bringing trophies home. In 1997, he was inducted into the Texas State Championship Straight Domino Tournament Hall of Fame in Hallettsville.

Daniel enjoyed building things out of nothing. He could take other people's junk or scrap and make something useful out of it. He made several BBQ pits out of commercial dryer drums. He made picnic tables out car leaf-springs, which looked so nice that a person would not know what it was made out of unless they were told. He made a two-seater go-cart for his boys from scrap. He made a large plant-stand which moved around in a circle like a merry-go-round for hanging plants for his wife and also another large plant-stand for her which was like a Ferris wheel that had a hand-crank to rotate it.

Daniel also was an avid vegetable gardener, planting a large garden each spring and fall, growing potatoes, tomatoes, okra, green beans, squash, onions, shallots, radishes, and turnips, among many other vegetables as well. He loved his wife's cooking and her canned goods especially pickled green tomatoes and pickled cabbage (different than sauerkraut). He made home-made wine for a few years. He helped her make sauerkraut in crock pots and sour-brine pickles in gallon jars on the porch. He loved to eat pickled pig's feet that Gladys would put up for him. He was also an avid reader. He was always reading one or more books at once. He enjoyed Tom Clancy and John Grisham books. He enjoyed John Wayne movies and also enjoyed watching any show concerning World War II history, as his lived part of his life through the war in Europe.

Daniel helped raise their grandson, Jonathan. He enjoyed his family and enjoyed going to family reunions. He devoted his whole life to his family was and he loved them. He lovingly and devotedly looked after Gladys, especially in the last few years of her life when she was having back problems and illness. After his wife passed away five years ago, he missed her terribly. They had been married 44 years when she passed away. He continued to live at his home and to be active, working in the yard and garden, taking up canning, making pies, Bar-B-Qing and cooking dishes such as stuffed cabbage, one of his favorites.
A funeral service was held April 06, 2013 at Knesek Funeral Chapel in Sealy. Burial followed in the Sealy City Cemetery on Main Street.

Pallbearers included David Brandt, Russell Herzik, Dustin Herzik, Joey Herzik, Chad Noska, and Warren Magjarevich. Kenny Corass served as honorary pallbearer.

Daniel is survived by his sons, Richard Magjarevich and wife Carol of Brenham; Michael Magjarevich and Mark Magjarevich, both of Sealy; grandchildren, Jonathan Magjarevich of Sealy, and Courtney Corass and husband Kenny of Richmond; brother Anton Magjarevich and wife Donna of Sealy; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Daniel has two half-sisters from his Dad, George's first marriage, named Slavica and Vikica. Slavica lived in Los Angeles, CA until the mid 1990's at which time she moved to Austria where Vikica was living.

Daniel was preceded in death by his wife Gladys Herzik Magjarevich of Sealy; mother Mary Magjarevich of Weimar; father George Magjarevich of Weimar; birth father Anton Lovriæ of Goricé Bosnia; infant brother Franz Lovriæ of Goricé Bosnia; sister Annie Magjarevich Vargas of San Antonio; sister Lucie Magjarevich Sakach of Houston; brother Emil Magjarevich of Columbus; and sister Frances Magjarevich English of Eagle Lake & Edna, TX.

Mahaffey, James Robert (1940-2023)

USFlag[Veteran] Vietnam, SSGT, USMC, 1958-70 [Family] Father: Henry S Mahaffey, Mother: June Marie Shaw, Spouse: Mary Jane David (Janie)  () , FG 

James Robert Mahaffey (Mac) was born July 7, 1940 in Orange Grove, TX. He passed peacefully on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at 83. Joe graduated high school in Orange Grove, TX before joining the military. He served in the United States Marine Corps. for 12 years He worked at Acme Brinck and drove trucks for many years.

He enjoyed working on small engines and was always willing to help. He always had a tool in his hand and enjoyed hanging out with his buddies and watching football.

James is survived by his partner, Mary Jane David (Janie); son, James Robert (Jim) Mahaffey, Jr. and wife, Jill; Alyssa and Bryce Mahaffey; daughter, Lori Meza and husband, Leonardo, Mercedes and Mariah Meza (Kaleb Johnson); great-grandchildren, Uli, Katalia, Lilyana, Sammy Arriaga, Grace Ann Johnson; daughter, Roxanne Mahaffey, Lesley Battles (husband, Jason), Chance Gary, Christian Moreno, Caydon Battles; granddaughters, Kaitlyn and Brylei Mahaffey; brothers, Alvin Boehm, Ernest Boehm and wife, Linda; sisters, Barbara Mahaffey, Sandy Pustka and husband, James; Mac had numerous nieces and nephew who loved him.

He is preceded in death by his dad, Henry Mahaffey, mother, June Boehm; stepdad, Edgar Boehm; brothers, Leslie Mahaffey, Bill Mahaffey, and Larry Boehm; son, Larry Joe Mahaffey; grandson, Darrion Mahaffey; and granddaughter, Dahnetta Mahaffey.

Mahlmann, Bennie (1906-1999)

[Family] Father: George Mahlmann, Mother: Emma Huebner, Spouse: Augusta Winkelmann  () 

Bellville Times January 29, 1999 Page 4

Bennie Mahlmann, 91, of the New Wehden community died Tuesday in Brenham Rest Home.

He was born June 25, 1906 in Welcome, Texas, the son of George and Emma (Huebner) Mahlmann. He was baptized July 29, 1907 in Welcome Lutheran Church by the Rev. G. Stricker and confirmed April 22, 1922 in the same church by the Rev. Apple. He was educated in Concordia School in Welcome.

On Nov. 11, 1928, he was married to Augusta Winkelmann b the Rev. M. C. Hermann in St. James Lutheran Church of New Wehdem, where they were the second couple to be married in the new church.

Mr. Mahlmann was a farmer and rancher until he retired. He was an active member of St. James Lutheran Church of New Wehdem.

Survivors include his daughter, Erline Sommerfeld of Brenham, granddaughter and her husband, Karan and Fred Heidemann of Austin; and great-grandson, Joshua Heidemann of Austin.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Augusta Mahlmann on Dec. 3, 1994, parents, four brothers; seven sisters; and son-in-law, Otto C. Sommerfeld.

The funeral will be Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. James Lutheran Church of New Wehdem with Pastor Nancy Fisher officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends and relatives at Memorial Oaks Chapel from 6-8 p. m. Wednesday.

Memorials may be given to St. James Lutheran Church Cemetery at New Wehdem or a favorite charity.

Friends will serve as pallbearers.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 W. Main, Brenham.

Posted by Joy Neely

Mahlmann, Dennis Herman (1928-2020)

USFlag[Veteran] Korea, PFC, US Army [Family] Father: George F Mahlmann Jr, Mother: Ottilie Langer, Spouse: Verdell Maass [Cemetery] Welcome New Salem Lutheran Cemetery () , FG 

Dennis H. Mahlmann, 91, of Brenham passed away Saturday, July 25, 2020.

Dennis was born on September 12, 1928 in Welcome to George and Otillie Mahlmann. He was baptized on November 25, 1928 and confirmed in 1943 in the Welcome Lutheran Church. On December 14, 1958, he married Verdell Maass at St. John's Evangelical Church in Burton. He attended the local Welcome School and Blinn College. He served in the United States Army as a guided missile launcher crew member during the Korean War. Dennis enjoyed raising cattle, working in the country, and riding his John Deere Gator.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Verdell Mahlmann; granddaughter, Taylor Mahlmann; parents, George and Otillie Mahlmann; father and mother-in-law, Charlie and Meta Maass; sister, Bernice Mahlmann; brother, Rueben Mahlmann; sisters-in-law, Mae Del Eben and Peggy Edwards; brother-in-laws, Jim Edwards and Dennis Maass; nephew, Kevin Eben; niece, Rita Mahlmann.

He is survived by his son, Gregory Mahlmann; sons and daughters-in-law, Dr. Keith and Sherry Mahlmann, Reece and Nancy Mahlmann; grandchildren, Everett and Samantha Mahlmann, Dallas and Grant Mahlmann, Chase and wife, Stephanie, and Reece Hanna Mahlmann; great-grandsons, Chance and Cash Mahlmann; sisters-in-law, Dorothy Mahlmann and Evelyn Maass; brother-in-law, Lawrence Eben; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Dennis greatly appreciated the help he received from his caregivers Gloria, Mable, and Monisha.

Visitation will be Monday, July 27 from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. at Brenham Memorial Chapel. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, July 28, at 9 a.m. at the Welcome Lutheran Cemetery, with Pastor John Sutton officiating. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, masks will be required along with social distancing. Please feel free to dress comfortably and bring a chair if so desired to the graveside service.

Pallbearers will be his grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be directed to Welcome Lutheran Church or Encompass Hospice, 3600 State Hwy 6 South, Suite 100, College Station, Texas 77845.

Mahlmann, Mildred (Lacina) (1909-2013)

Maiden Name: Lacina [Family] Father: Vincent Lacina, Mother: Mary Wiebusch, Spouse: Walter Mahlmann  () 

Bellville Times

Mildred Lacina Mahlmann, of Brenham, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2013 in Brenham Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at 103 years of age.

She was born Oct. 9, 1909 in the Birch Community of Burleson County, the second of six children born to Vincent and Mary (Wiebusch) Lacina. She attended Blinn College in 1927-1928 and taught in rural schools of Burleson County prior to her marriage.

On April 9, 1937, she married Walter Mahlmann in Caldwell. She participated with her husband in several businesses, including lumber yards in Deanville and Caldwell and Superette Grocery in Brenham, as well as ranching on their properties in Burleson County.

Mrs. Mahlmann was a faithful member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. She enjoyed the St. Mary's Senior Citizens group, playing cards and dominos especially 42, vegetable gardening and is fondly remembered by her family for her kolaches and coffee cakes.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Walter Mahlmann (May 6, 1988), son Donald Mahlmann (Aug. 25, 2010), grandson Christopher Mahlmann, great-grandson Conner Bryce Mahlmann, sisters Irma O'Shea and Helen McGarraugh, brothers Herbert Lacina and L.J. Lacina.

Survivors include- sons and daughters-in-law, Olan and Kay Mahlmann of Kerrville, Dennis and Rosemary Mahlmann of Brenham, Margie Mahlmann of Bellville; grandchildren, Steven and Lori Mahlmann of San Antonio, Deborah and Art Ramirez of San Antonio, Raelynn and Mike Stolowski of St. Hedwig, Heath and Jennifer Mahlmann of Bellville, Matthew and Whitney Mahlmann of Bellville, Michael and Jackie Mahlmann of Doha, Qatar, David Mahlmann of College Station, Andrew Mahlmann of Brenham; brother and sister-in-law, Eddie and Louise “Squeakie” Lacina of Brenham. She is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation was Monday, April 8 from 5-30 until rosary is recited at 7 p.m. in Brenham Memorial Chapel.

Mass of Christian Burial for Mildred Mahlmann was Tuesday, April 9 at 10-30 a.m. in St. Mary's Catholic Church with Rev. Ernesto Elizondo as celebrant.

Interment followed in Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers were her grandsons.

Memorials may be given to St. Mary's Catholic Church or Hospice Brazos Valley.

Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer St., Brenham, 77833. 979.836.3611 Condolences may be sent to www.brenhammemorialch

Posted by Joy Neely

Mahon, Jessie (1931-2010)

[Cemetery] Williams-Bouldin Cemetery () , FG 

MAHON, Jessie, 79, retired salvage yard operator, of Houston, formerly of Industry, died Thursday. Visitation 10 a.m. and services noon today, Cherry Chapel United Methodist Church, Industry. Burial Williams/Bouldin Creek Cemetery, Industry. Arrangements by Tommy E. Taylor, La Grange.

Published in Austin American-Statesman on Dec. 7, 2010

Majewski, Anthony Joseph "Tony" (1946-2024)

USFlag Nickname: Tony [Veteran] Vietnam, US Army [Family] Father: Anthony Majewski, Mother: Maggie, Spouse: Judy Lambert, Children: Larry Majewski, Veronica Luhn [Cemetery] Pilgrims Rest Cemetery #01 () 

Tony passed March 29th, 2024, surrounded by his family after a battle with ALS. Tony was born in Houston, TX to parents Anthony and Maggie Majewski on November 27, 1946. He attended St. Theresa Catholic School, St. Pius, and San Jacinto High School.

In 1965 Tony met the love of his life, Judy Lambert. They married in 1968. Shortly after in January 1969, Tony was drafted into the United States Army. While serving his country, he reached Sharpshooter status with the M14 rifle and Expert status on the M16. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal before being honorably discharged.

After leaving Army life behind, Tony, Judy, and their young son Larry returned to Houston to start their new life. Tony was a talented welder by trade and began his career with Daniels Industry. Later he worked for Cameron Iron Works and then retired from Koch Industries in 2012.

Tony and his family moved to Bellville in 1980. He loved the country life! He enjoyed working with his cows, working on projects, and piddling in his shop. He volunteered with Bellville Little League and proudly coached his son and other young men. He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren play sports and even traveled as far as Cooperstown, NY to watch them play. He was a great cook, master of the pit, and could be found most holidays grilling ribs and chicken. Tony also enjoyed hunting and passed that love to his son and grandchildren. He loved and treasured his family and passed down to them a strong work ethic and the importance of details.

Tony was preceded in death by his parents Anthony and Maggie Majewski, in-laws Dewitt and Evelyn Lambert, brother-in-law James Lambert, nephew Brian Lambert, and niece Dana Brzozowski.

He is survived by his wife Judy, son Larry Majewski and his wife Michelle, daughter Veronica Luhn and husband Ron, his beloved grandchildren Madison Majewski and special friend Chance Franco, Reagan Majewski, Riley Majewski and special friend Hannah Wood, Kyle Luhn and fiancée Caitlin Lindsey. Sisters- Mary Ann Kubeczka and husband Willie and Janet Malota and husband Jerome, brother and sisters-in-law Tom and Cindy Lambert, Patricia Ruffino, George Lambert, Elizabeth and John Janicek, and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers- Kyle Luhn, Riley Majewski, Adam Malota, Anthony Malota, Vince Ruffino, Jr., Jarod Lambert, Johnny Brzozowski and Chris Brzozowski.

Honorary pallbearers- Buddy Donnell, Bennie Daricek, Paul Gray, Raymond Comacho, Mark Schiller, Tim Tarnowski and his long-lasting friends from Cameron Iron Works and Koch Industries.

A special thank you to our friend and neighbor, Buddy Donnell, for not only helping with daily chores when needed, but most of all for your constant companionship. Tony enjoyed your daily phone calls, texts, and visits!

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to your favorite charity in Tony's name.

https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/anthony

Majewski, Jerome Lee "Jerry" (1941-2024)

USFlag Nickname: Jerry [Veteran] SFC, US Army [Family] Father: Frank Majewski, Mother: Albina  () 

Jerome "Jerry" Lee Majewski was born on January 20th, 1941, to Frank and Albina Majewski of Davison, Michigan. Jerry spent his childhood in Muskegon, Michigan with his parents, brothers (Ronald and Richard), and sisters (Nancy and Donna Jean).

Jerry enlisted in the United States Army, and for the next two decades, he traveled the world, serving at bases in Japan, Germany, Iran, Ethiopia, Greece, and throughout the United States. He was a hero who served his country with great pride and built a family who would grow up hearing all of his stories. He was definitely a top-notch storyteller! He had a way of keeping you on the edge of your seat with the tales of his adventures in the Army. He could keep you rolling in laughter because he always found humor, even in the most mundane of life's circumstances. Just as importantly, he was a good listener. He was patient, kind, and always had the right thing to say - whether it be warm words of praise or encouragement or the tough truths without any sugar coating.

In April of 1980, after more than 20 years of service as an NCO and having attained the rank of Sergeant First Class, Jerry retired from the U.S. Army at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas. He pursued his passion for photography all across the Great State of Texas, capturing everything from family portraits to wildlife shots, the big Texas skies, and even headshots for the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. His work was published in The San Antonio Times, Canyon Lake Country Sun, Texas Hill Country View, and many more. He eventually went on to open his own photo lab and studio in Taos, New Mexico in 1989. As much as he enjoyed life in the high desert, he closed up shop and moved back to Texas to be closer to family in 2000. He worked for another few years as a photographer for Lifetouch where he traveled around the Houston area taking portraits before he fully retired in 2007.

In his retirement, Jerry had a passionate love affair with fishing, his photography, and strawberry Jell-O cake. He also enjoyed woodworking, particularly making birdhouses for all of his feathered friends. He always looked forward to family game nights - especially those where he absolutely crushed the entire family at Trivial Pursuit. His more recent hobbies included watching TV at full volume with a glass of bourbon in hand and flirting with his nurses.

Jerry passed away on April 30th, at the age of 83. He is survived by his sister, Donna Jean; children, Tammy, Kim, Jeff (Rachel), and Robin (Jon); grandchildren, Corrie, Alex, Keirstin, Paige, Jon, Elena, Viviana, Sarah, Loryn, Kylie, and Tabitha; sixteen great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Jerry was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Albina; brothers, Ronald and Richard; sister, Nancy; and daughter, Debbi.

All of these wonderful things are just a fraction of who Jerry was. There are a million more special, simple moments that made up his extraordinary life. He is dearly missed.

Family and friends are invited to join us for a memorial service to celebrate Jerry's life and legacy at 11 am on Saturday, May 18th, 2024 at First United Methodist Church, 200 Atchison Street, Sealy, Texas.

It was Jerry's wish that any memorial tributes be made in the form of charitable donations to The Wounded Warrior Project.

Maler, Don Ted (1953-2023)

[Family] Father: Ted Maler, Mother: Bernice Trettin, Spouse: Brigitte Braentner  () 

Don Ted Maler was a loving father, husband, step-grandfather, son, brother, and friend to the Waller County community. He left this world unexpectedly on February 19, 2023, at 69 years & 10 months of age. Don will be deeply missed.

Don was born to Ted and Bernice (Trettin) Maler on April 29, 1953, in Sealy, TX. A graduate of Royal High School, in his youth, Don played tennis & basketball and was active in the Fighting Falcon band as a percussionist. He was also a true lover of the arts, both a poet and a performer. Post-graduation, Don became a registered public land surveyor (RPLS) for the state of Texas. He had a prolific decade-long career for the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT). Later, he successfully formed his own surveying company to better serve his local community. In his work, Don advocated for and advised the local underdog; he used his land expertise to go ‘above and beyond' for anyone he encountered. Don continued working tirelessly as an RPLS his entire life, serving Waller, Ft. Bend, and Harris counties until his untimely passing.

Don adored spending time with his dogs while grilling for his family; his 'top secret' marinades were legendary. He was intensely connected to nature and most at peace when working outdoors, especially on his farm. Don was also a skilled fisherman and fly-tier, a talented drummer and classic rock enthusiast, a nostalgic storyteller, and an old-time Western film buff. Don was deeply committed to protecting and providing for his family; he was trustworthy, steadfast, and hardworking.

Yet, beyond loving his farm and survey work, Don had a sensitive and humorous side to his personality that only those closest to him throughout his life had the privilege of knowing and loving. Don taught his daughters to love and respect the Earth and further, to always value knowledge above all other material possessions. Those who were lucky enough to purposely get lost with Don when he 'took a tipsy' on a backcountry road know what a contemplative thinker he was. Don's warm presence—in a colorful Hawaiian-print shirt with a prank up his sleeve—can never be forgotten by those who truly loved him.

Don is survived by his former wife of 45 years, Brigitte (Braentner) Maler; daughter- Amber Nicolette Maler; step-daughter- Ginger Pardo; former mother-in-law- Margot Braentner; sister- Seleta Maler; brother- Gary Maler; step-grandchildren- Kaylie Brown, Alyssa Morris, Daryl Morris, Devon Morris.

https-//www.schmidtfunerals.com/obituary/don-maler

Manak, Amalie Bessie "Mollie" (Slansky) (1926-2003)

Maiden Name: Slansky, Nickname: Mollie [Family] Father: Anton Slansky, Mother: Sophie Chovanec, Spouse: Joseph Jerry Manak [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) () 

Bellville Times
Wednesday, June 25, 2003

Funeral services for Amalie "Molly" Manak, 76, of Sealy, Texas formerly of Houston, were held Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 10 a.m. from Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Rev. Octavio Muguerza celebrating the Funeral Mass and rite of committal.

Interment was at Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery in Sealy. A vigil service was recited by Msgr. Boli Zientek Monday at 7 p.m. followed by a KJZT rosary from Knesek Bros.Funeral Chapel.

Serving as pallbearers were Nikolas Manak, Kyle Manak, Michael Manak, George Mock, Scot Long and Brian Klotzman.

Born in Fayetteville, Texas Molly was the daughter of Anton and Sophie (Chovanec) Slansky.

Manak, Peter Paul, Jr. "Pete" (1924-2021)

USFlag Nickname: Pete [Veteran] WW2, SSGT, US Army [Family] Father: Peter Manak, Mother: Albina [Cemetery] Holy Cross Cemetery () , FG 

Pete Manak, 96, of Sealy, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2021. Pete was born October 2, 1924 to parents, Albina and Peter Manak. He was their tenth child and the baby of the family. He grew up on the family farm and went to the Cannon Hill School as a child. He later graduated from Sealy High School in May 1943. In July 1943, he joined the United States Army. He proudly served his country as a Staff Sergeant during WWII. He was an antitank gun crewman and participated in conflicts in New Guinea and the Southern Philippines. He received the American Theater Campaign Medal, the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, with 2 bronze stars, the Philippine Liberation Ribbon with 1 bronze star, the good conduct medal, the Victory Ribbon, and 3 overseas service bars. He was honorably discharged from the army in 1946 and returned home to the family farm.

He enjoyed playing baseball and was known as a power hitter throughout the county. He was scouted by a professional baseball coach but turned down that opportunity to stay at the family farm to care for his mother.

He worked for Austin County Precinct 4 Road and Bridge Division for many years and retired after a long and fulfilling career. Upon his retirement, he continued working at the farm where he enjoyed watching his cattle, spending time with his many dogs, and gardening.

Visitation is scheduled for Monday, March 8, 2021, 5-00 PM - 7-00 PM for Knesek Family Funeral Chapel, 768 4th Street, Sealy, Texas, with a rosary at 7-00 PM. A funeral mass will be held at 11-00 AM on Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 600 Fourth St. in Sealy. Burial will be in Holy Cross - Polish Cemetery. Due to Covid restrictions, masks and social distancing required.

The family would like to thank the staff of the Veranda House in Sealy who made his final years comfortable, enjoyable, and safe.

Mantey, Fred Urban "Bobe" (1947-2021)

USFlag Nickname: Bobe [Veteran] Vietnam, US Army, 1967-68, Longbien [Family] Father: Steve Mantey Sr, Mother: Lydia Haarmeyer, Spouse: Joan Meissner  () , FG 

Fred Urban Mantey, 74 of Kenney, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 5, 2021.

Fred Mantey was born in Burton, Texas on March 11, 1947, to Steve and Lydia Mantey. Fred was known as Bobe or Uncle Bobe to some. Fred was baptized and confirmed at First Lutheran Church in Somerville. He served his country from 1966-1968 and was awarded several medals during his service. Fred married the love of his life, Joan, on November 28, 1970. Together they had three children, Jason, Steven, and Amy. Fred worked for the railroad for over 35 years. He enjoyed gardening, farming, fishing, and spending time with family.

Fred was preceded in death by his son Jason Mantey, parents Steve and Lydia (Haarmeyer) Mantey and his five brothers and sister.

He is survived by his wife, Joan (Meissner) Mantey; son, Steven Mantey and special friend Tina Yaple; daughter, Amy Porter and husband Sherman; grandsons, Samuel Porter and Nicolas Porter; family pet, Suggie.

Pallbearers are Clint Mantey, James Mantey, Jerrad Meissner, Kenneth Mantey, Samuel Porter and Sherman Porter.

Honorary Pallbearers are Jimmy Meissner and Nicolas Porter.

Pastor Patricia Dietrich will officiate the funeral service.

Mantey, Jason Dean (1974-2020)

USFlag[Veteran] Gulf, US Navy, 1993-97, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower CVN 69  () 

Schmidt Funeral Home Bellville TX

Jason Dean Mantey, 46, of Brenham, Texas, passed away October 8, 2020, at the Veterans Hospital in Temple, Texas.

He was born January 7, 1974, in Bellville, Texas, to Fred and Joan Meissner Mantey. He graduated from Bellville High School in 1993 and shortly after high school, he joined the United States Navy serving his country for 4 years, where he was stationed to the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower. After he finished his service, he attended Universal Technical Institute where he obtained a certification in HVAC/AC repair. He joined the Naval reserves, becoming a Seabee, and deployed to Iraq in 2006.

Jason loved the outdoors and loved to travel. He was an avid gun collector and enjoyed fishing.

He is survived by his parents Fred and Joan Mantey of Kenney, Texas; brother- Steven Mantey and close friend, Tina Lee of Kenney, Texas; sister- Amy Porter and her husband, Sherman, of Brenham, Texas, and their children, Samuel and Nicolas Porter; uncles and aunts- James and Brenda Meissner of Kenney, Texas, Janice and Terry Simmons of Troy, Texas, and Leon Mantey of Brenham, Texas. Jason was also survived by numerous cousins, dear family, and many friends.

He was preceded in death by wife, Stacy Pinter Mantey, grandfather, Arthur Meissner, grandmother, Florence Knox, grandfather, Steve Mantey, and grandmother, Lydia Mantey.

Friends who wish to make memorial gifts may donate to-
Disabled American Veterans
6900 Almeda Rd, Room 1033
Houston, TX 77030-42

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