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Pacher, Betty Ann (Muery) (1941-2024)
Maiden Name: Muery [Family] Father: Ernst Muery, Mother: Leverna Gaskamp, Spouse: A. C. Pacher, Children: Pamela Ondruch, Sandra Froebel, Linda Wheeler [Cemetery] Millheim Cemetery ()
Your presence we miss. Your memory we treasure. Loving you always. Forgetting you never.
Betty Ann Pacher, 82, of Bellville, Texas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 21, 2024.
Betty was born on March 28, 1941, in Bellville, Texas, the daughter of Ernst and Leverna (Gaskamp) Muery. Betty was baptized on June 22, 1941, and confirmed on April 3, 1955, at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville, Texas, where she remained a life-long, active member. She grew up and attended schools in Bellville, graduating from Bellville High School in 1959. She played basketball and softball, was a member of and the Public Relations Chairman for the Future Homemakers of America, played the saxophone and served as the Secretary for the Bellville High School Band, and was the BHS Class of 1959 Secretary, where she continued after graduation to help plan numerous class reunions. After graduating high school, she attended Blinn College, in Brenham, Texas.
On March 26, 1961, Betty was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart, A. C. Pacher, at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville, Texas. She was the secretary for the Austin County Judge and became the legal secretary for W. I. Hill, in Bellville for many years. While working for Mr. Hill, you could always find her at Pacher's Exxon Service Station taking care of the banking and greeting customers during her lunch hour. She continued her career as a bank teller at Guaranty Bank in Bellville, retiring in 2006. In her spare time, Betty enjoyed sewing, reading, tending to her plants, teaching and leading the Sunday School Children's sing-along, volunteering with Cancer Angels, singing in the church choir, dancing on Saturday nights, leading the Grand March at many weddings, and enjoying her time watching the hummingbirds at the lakehouse. She also enjoyed traveling on cruises, trips to Louisiana, vacations to Branson, Missouri, and spending time with family and friends entertaining at the lakehouse. Betty spent many hours after the girls were asleep sewing their dresses late into the night and later sewing and quilting the senior dedication blankets for each of her grandchildren. But above all this, she loved and adored her four grandchildren. You could always find her in the stands, watching and cheering her children and grandchildren as they participated in all of their activities. She always did what she could to support her loved ones.
Betty is survived by her loving husband of 62 years- A. C. Pacher of Bellville; daughter Pamela and husband Michael Ondruch of Houston, Texas; daughter Sandra and husband Bryce Froebel of Bellville, Texas; daughter Linda and husband Mike Wheeler of Bellville, Texas; and four grandchildren, Alyssa Froebel, Kayla Froebel, Emma Wheeler, and Aidan Wheeler, all of Bellville, Texas. And numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents- Ernst and Leverna Muery; and in-laws, Adolph and Emma Pacher.
The family is very grateful for the caring staff of Bellville Hospital, Colonial Living and Rehabilitation of Bellville, and ACARA Hospice.
Visitation is from 10 to 11 on January 25, 2024, at St. John Lutheran Church, 520 North Holland in Bellville, TX. The service will be immediately following at 11-00, with Pastor Jay Grave officiating and Marshall Thompson as organist. Weather permitting, burial will be at Millheim Cemetery. Pallbearers are Michael Ondruch, Bryce Froebel, Mike Wheeler, Aidan Wheeler, William Peschel, and Wayne Peschel. Honorary pallbearers are Alyssa Froebel, Kayla Froebel, and Emma Wheeler.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. John Lutheran Church Memorial Fund.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/betty-pacher
Paine, Glenda Rae (1953-2015)
[Family] Father: Ray Treat Paine, Mother: Gladys Heather Yeldman [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery () [COD] Cancer
Bellville Times
Glenda Rae Paine, 61, of Friendswood, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2015 in Lincoln, Nebraska, after a courageous year and a half fight with cancer. Born in Bellville, Texas on May 29, 1953 to Ray Treat Paine and Gladys Heather (Yeldman) Paine, she grew up in the Bellville area, graduating from Bellville High School in the Class of 1972. She spent most of her adult life as a homemaker and mother. Her love for kids found her working in day care, and teaching Bible School to the youngsters at the Baptist Church.
Glenda loved going to the beach, and had a real love for riding the ferries in Galveston. She loved to swim, read books and always had dreams of being an interior decorator. Glenda was a compassionate listener that loved being around and caring for children.
She is survived by her mother Heather Paine of Columbus. Daughter; Rebecca Maresh, husband Jose Sanchez of Dickinson, Texas. Sons; Jason Maresh, wife Tina of Windsor, Virginia; Justin Maresh, wife Jennifer, Friendswood, Robert Maresh and wife, April, Lincoln, Nebraska, and Bryan Maresh, Bay Cliff. Sister; Jennifer Zahradnick, husband, Allan, Eagle Lake. Grandchildren; Coby, Tenley, Matthew, Madison, Rebecca, Michael, Alex, and Lydia. Nieces; Adriane Zahradnick of Houston, Melody and husband Phil Osborne of Eagle Lake, Rachael and husband John Schroeder of Shiner.
Glenda was preceded in death by her father, Ray Treat Paine.
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 17, 2015 from 5 - 6-30 PM, followed by a Memorial Service at 6-30 PM, at the Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel, Bellville, with Rev. Yolanda Anderson, officiating.
Graveside Services will be conducted at 11 AM, Saturday, April 18, 2015, in the Oak Knoll Cemetery, Bellville, Texas with Rev. Yolanda Anderson, officiating.
Memorial may be made in Glenda's name to the American Cancer Society, c/o Vernice Luhn, Meissner Road, Bellville, Texas 77418.
Funeral arrangements under the direction of Schmidt Funeral Home, 12029 Hwy 36 South, Bellville, Texas 77418 979-865-2424
Posted by Bruce White
Palla, Louis Edwin (1935-2014)
[Veteran] SP4, US Army [Family] Father: Charlie Palla, Mother: Mary Skrhak, Spouse: Lois Krueger [Cemetery] Coshatte Cemetery ()
Bellville Times
Louis Edwin Palla, 78, of Bellville, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2014, in Houston.
He was born on Aug. 4, 1935, in Granger, the son of Charlie and Mary Skrhak Palla. Louis grew up in Granger and attended Granger Catholic School. In 1959, he enlisted in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1964.
Louis moved to Houston and was united in marriage to Lois Krueger on Aug. 1, 1964, in Frydek, Texas.
In 1969, they moved to Bellville where Louis was a cattleman on his ranch in Burleigh.
He was a member of the Coshatte Agriculture Society and was active in Austin County 4-H, Bellville Little League, and the Austin County Fair. Louis enjoyed riding his mule, his fruit trees and taking care of his dog.
Louis is survived by his loving wife of over 50 years Lois Palla of Bellville; children Lonnie Palla, Lyle Palla, and Leisha Chandler and her husband, Bruce, all of Bellville; grandchildren Misty Chandler and her friend, Chris Herben, and Marlee Chandler, also of Bellville. He is also survived by his brothers Henry Palla and his wife, Betty, of Houston, and Albert Palla and his wife, Rose, also of Houston; brother-in-law John Valis of Taylor; and sister-in-law Joyce Palla of Granger.
Louis was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Mary Palla, sisters, Georgia Vitek, Mildred Valis, Mary Palla and Alice Rumley and brother, Charlie Palla.
Visitation, 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, June 11, 2014, Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel Bellville
Funeral service- 10-30 a.m., Thursday, June 12, 2014, Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel, Brother Michael Groseclose, officiating.
Interment- Coshatte Cemetery.
Pallbearers- Scott Zieschang, Jeff Haugen, Christian Remmert, Eric Neelley, Jason Strawn, Pete Mayfield.
Honorary pallbearers- William Krueger, Bruce Remmert, Bruce Chandler, Morris Zieschang, Erik Haugen, Jeff Howard, Gilbert Palla, William Knolle, August Vitek, Jr.
Memorial gifts may be made to- Coshatte Agriculture Society, 5712 Smith Road, Bellville, Texas 77418.
Funeral arrangements under the direction of the Schmidt Funeral Home, 12029 Hwy 36 S., Bellville, Texas 77418. (979)865-2424 -www.schmidtfunerals.com.
Posted by Joy Neely
Palmer, Dorothy (1954-2011)
[Family] Father: Albert Gilmore, Mother: Doris Lewis, Spouse: Howard Palmer Sr [Cemetery] Macedonia Cemetery () , FG
On April 26, 1954, a beautiful baby girl was born to Doris Lewis and the late Mr. Albert Gilmore in Needville, Texas, they named her Dorothy Gilmore.
Miss Dorothy Gilmore met Mr. Howard Palmer and the two eventually united together and begun a family in Sealy, Texas. Howard provided for his family by working as a rancher, while his wife was a homemaker. They were blessed with seven children. Later in life Dorothy began her working career with the Bellville Independent School district; there she worked for over 20 years.
They were members of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church of Sealy, Texas. They were very faithful in the church. Dorothy loved to read her Bible and making her family happy by telling jokes. They were both very faithful in working for the Lord.
This talented couple took the Bellville community by storm through their powerful demonstration of servant hood, integrity, hard work ethics, and above all, a love for humanity. On October 17, our hearts were saddened when they departed this life.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her father, Albert Gilmore, one brother, Anthony (Booboo) Lewis and their one son, Howard Lee Palmer Jr.
Howard was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Ora Lee Palmer and their one son, Howard Lee Palmer Jr., and two sisters, Rosie Lee Haynes and Lena Mae Palmer and one brother, George Palmer.
Left to cherish Dorothy's memories is her mother, Doris Lewis. And both of their memories are their children- Shirley and Raymond Gilmore, Michael and Mary Ann Springs, Rodney Palmer, Edward and Gail Palmer, Ernest and Charlene Lampkin, and Andrew and Latavia Palmer; grandchildren; Brittany and Derrick Boggess, Chris Gilmore, Jonathan Gilmore, Elise Bynum, Affany Palmer, Shawndrea Palmer, Jessica Lemba, Megan Gilmore, Kaitlin Lemba, Kwanessia Palmer, Kenya Palmer, Cephas Lemba Jr., Christian Lemba, Erin Palmer, Jeremiah Palmer, and Derrick Odems,; two great grandchild, Kmira Boggess and Airuaune Houston. Dorothys two sisters, Betty Lewis and Rosie Lewis, Sealy, Texas three brothers; Willie Nunn (Gloria), Lennie Nunn (Marlo) and John Lewis (Christine), Sealy, Texas. Howards three sisters, Ella Mae Cloud, (Waldo), Pearl Simon, and Roberta (Thomas) Kinsey all of Sealy, Texas, and one brother, Raymond Palmer, Jr. (Lillian) as well as a host of siblings, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins, and other relatives and friends.
Howard and Dorothy were greatly loved by the community and abroad. They will be greatly missed.
Palmer, Howard, Sr. (1947-2011)
[Family] Father: Raymond Palmer, Mother: Ora Lee, Spouse: Dorothy Ann Gilmore [Cemetery] Macedonia Cemetery () , FG
On March 18, 1947, a handsome baby boy was born to the parents of Raymond and Ora Lee Palmer, they named him Howard Palmer. His parents reared a host of other children as well. The family settled in Sealy, Texas.
Mr. Howard met Miss Dorothy Gilmore and the two eventually united and begun a family in Sealy, Texas. Howard provided for his family by working as a rancher, while his wife was a homemaker. they were blessed with seven children. Later in life Dorothy began her working career with the Bellville Independent School district; there she worked for over 20 years.
They were members of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church of Sealy, Texas. They were very faithful in the church. Dorothy loved to read her Bible and making her family happy by telling jokes. They were both very faithful in working for the Lord.
This talented couple took the Bellville community by storm through their powerful demonstration of servant hood, integrity, hard work ethics, and above all, a love for humanity. On October 17, our hearts were saddened when they departed this life.
Howard was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Ora Lee Palmer and their one son, Howard Lee Palmer Jr., and two sisters, Rosie Lee Haynes and Lena Mae Palmer and one brother, George Palmer.
Left to cherish Dorothy's memories is her mother, Doris Lewis. And both of their memories are their children- Shirley and Raymond Gilmore, Michael and Mary Ann Springs, Rodney Palmer, Edward and Gail Palmer, Ernest and Charlene Lampkin, and Andrew and Latavia Palmer; grandchildren; Brittany and Derrick Boggess, Chris Gilmore, Jonathan Gilmore, Elise Bynum, Affany Palmer, Shawndrea Palmer, Jessica Lemba, Megan Gilmore, Kaitlin Lemba, Kwanessia Palmer, Kenya Palmer, Cephas Lemba Jr., Christian Lemba, Erin Palmer, Jeremiah Palmer, and Derrick Odems,; two great grandchild, Kmira Boggess and Airuaune Houston. Dorothys two sisters, Betty Lewis and Rosie Lewis, Sealy, Texas three brothers; Willie Nunn (Gloria), Lennie Nunn (Marlo) and John Lewis (Christine), Sealy, Texas. Howards three sisters, Ella Mae Cloud, (Waldo), Pearl Simon, and Roberta (Thomas) Kinsey all of Sealy, Texas, and one brother, Raymond Palmer, Jr. (Lillian) as well as a host of siblings, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins, and other relatives and friends.
Howard and Dorothy were greatly loved by the community and abroad. They will be greatly missed.
Pappas, Efrosini "Effie" (Wynakos) (1944-2024)
Maiden Name: Wynakos, Nickname: Effie [Family] Father: Ed Wynakos, Spouse: Angelo Pappas, [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery ()
Effie (Efrosini), Age 80, passed away peacefully on October 01, 2024, in Brenham, Texas. Born in Aegion, Greece on June 21, 1944. Effie lived in Aegion with her family when at the age of 5 years old her father immigrated to the United States in 1949. For 8 years Effie lived with her Papou, Yiayia, and many adoring Thea’s (and Theo’s) in Aegion. And then in May of 1957, 13-year-old Effie boarded a plane in Athens and made her way, via New York City, to her new home in Ballard, Washington, reuniting with her dad and new mom. She traveled for two days by herself, not knowing any English.
Effie attended Ballard High from 1958 to 1962, where she was a member of the Ballard Drill Team marching in parades and events around the Northwest. Effie also worked at the Seattle Worlds Fair in 1962. Effie loved her many trips to California to visit Grandpa Oscar, Grandma Vi, and Disneyland. After graduating Effie met Angelo Pappas, “Lucky”, who was stationed at Fort Lewis Army Base in Tacoma, Washington upon his discharge, he and Effie were married in August of 1966 in Chicago. A true “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” at least reception-wise. Effie and Lucky were married for 46 years when Lucky stepped into eternity, devastating Effie…she loved how Lucky would always be cracking jokes, singing, and loving on her…he was the love of her life.
While living in Chicago Effie and Lucky welcomed into the world Marina (Rena), Elizabeth (Ellie), and Constatine (Deanie)…this family is one with the nicknames…Effie was lovingly called Fefe often by Rena…she would always laugh. Effie loved to laugh. Another monumental life event for Effie, besides giving birth 3 times, was playing a huge role in helping her dad and sister Maria reunite at her home in Houston after not seeing each other for over 28 years. Not a dry eye in Texas for weeks.
Effie had a great ability to make others feel special and was always interested in what was going on in their life. She loved to take and share pictures, especially for birthdays and anniversaries…she had the best cursive handwriting…so elegant, reflecting how she always dressed too, rare a day without her “face-on”. Effie worked in various roles throughout her time in Chicago and Texas, publicity for Ninfas Restaurants in Houston, and Accounting/HR for her brother-in-law’s bakery in Chicago, she was so well regarded and loved.
Equally, Effie loved her family, friends, especially her grandkids, Jacob and Macy…and then two great-grandchildren, Lorali and Finn. Effie loved the Lord Jesus and grew to understand that His love for her was unconditional and ever-faithful. Effie agreed in her heart what the Apostal Paul wrote in Ephesians 2:8-10, that it is by God’s grace alone we have salvation, through Jesus…”For by grace, you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” Effie often prayed that her family and friends would know this grace from God alone…quicken your hearts to His truth and gift of salvation.
Efrosine, Effie, Fefe, Mama, Yiayia, and Thea, will be greatly missed and is survived by her children:
Marina Pappas, Elizabeth Hunt, her grandchildren, Jacob (Macy) Hunt and Casey Hunt, and 2 great-grandchildren, Loralie Efrosine Hunt and Finn Hunt.
She is also survived by her siblings, Michael (Cindy) Wynakos, Stacy Smalls, Jennie (Jay) Lorenz, and many loving nieces and nephews in the U.S. and Greece.
Effie was preceded in death by her husband, Angelo Pappas, son, Deanie Pappas, her dad, Ed Wynakos, and mom, Beryle Wynakos and sister, Maria Vergonet.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/effie-pappas
Paredes, loisa "Locha" (Espinoza) (1945-2013)
Maiden Name: Espinoza, Nickname: Locha ()
Bellville Times
loisa “Locha†Espinoza Paredes, 68, resident of Bellville, Texas. She was born April 14, 1945, in Freer, Texas, the daughter of Frederico and Lucia Cavazos Espinoza. Went to be with the Lord on June 24, 2013.
She grew up and attended schools in Freer, graduating from Freer High School in 1964. The youngest of ten children. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She devoted her life to her family and working hard to raise her three sons, and was very proud of her grandchildren. Locha enjoyed reading, cooking and spending time with her family, whether it be in person or countless hours on the phone. She will be dearly missed by everyone who knew her.
Preceded in death by her parents Federico and Lucia Espinoza, daughter-in-law- Rebecca Paredes, sister- Elisa Garza and Elodia Espinoza; brothers- Emerardo Espinoza and Elizardo Espinoza; brother-in-law- Santiago Garza and Adolfo Vela and nephew- Eddie Espinoza.
Locha is survived by her son- George Paredes and girlfriend, Shawn Herrera, of Bellville, son- Victor Paredes of Kaufman, son- Elivaldo Paredes and his wife, Karin, Bellville, sister- Herlinda Garza of Freer, sister- Elodia Ramirez and her husband Ramiro, of Freer, sister- Eudelia Vela of Freer, brother- Francisco Espinoza and his wife, Esperanza, of Freer, brother- Emilio Espinoza and his wife, Viola, of Rivera, granddaughter- Jessica Paredes of Bellville, grandson- Jerry Melanco of Bellville, grandson- Kodi Krumrey of Bellville, grandson- Miguel Herrera of Bellville, granddaughter- Chilla Herrera of Bellville, granddaughter- Ashley Herrera of Bellville.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 26, 2013, from 9-00 A.M. - 10-30 A.M., at the St. Mary's Catholic Church located at 1500 Duval Avenue, Freer, Texas, with a Rosary being recited at 10-30 A.M. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11-00 A.M. with Father Sebastian V. Thomas, Celebrant. Interment will be in the Hahl Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers were - Eddie Cantu, Jerry Melanco, Miguel Herrera, Michael Sanders, Valdo Garza and Ramiro Ramirez, III.
The family would like to express their gratitude to granddaughter, Jessica Paredes, Shawn Herrera and the late Becky Paredes for all the love and care you gave to our mother during her long sickness. Also to Dr. Bosse, the staff at the Briarwood Manor and Compassionate Care Hospice.
Funeral arrangements under the direction of the Schmidt Funeral Home, P.O. Box 610, 12029 Hwy 36 South, Bellville, Texas 77418 - (979)865-2424 www.schmidtfunerals.com
Posted by Joy Neely
Parker, Annie (Cleveland) (1892-1976)
Maiden Name: Cleveland [Family] Father: James Cleveland, Spouse: Will Parker [Cemetery] Kenney Cemetery ()
Mrs. Annie Parker
In Austin County, Kenney, Texas a baby girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. James Cleveland January 31, 1892. They named her Annie. She grew up in Austin County and attended Travis School. She confessed a hope in Christ at an early age and joined Kenney Baptist Church, later she joined Jackson Chapel A.M.E. Church, Kenney, Texas.
She was married to Mr. Will Parker. Her husband, one daughter and one grandson, Mr. Leroy Stokes, five sisters, two brothers, preceded her in death.
She leaves to mourn her passing, one son and daughter-in-law. Mr. and Mrs. Ennis Stokes, one sister, Mrs. Hanah Guyton, two brother in-law, four great grand children, one great great grandchild and a host of other relatives and a friends, two aunties, Mrs. Willie B. Roberson of Houston, Texas and Mrs. Lomia b. Cheatum of Brenham, Texas.
Funeral Service- August 21, 1976, 11-00 a.m., Jackson Chapel A. M. E. Church, Kenney, Texas, Rev. Sis. Grace Hall, Pastor, Rev. A. O. Jackson, Officiating.
Pall Bearers- Nephews
Internment- Kenney Cemetery, Kenney, Texas
Harris Funeral Home in Charge
Posted by Silvia Adkins
Parker, Katherine Joy (Schwecke) (1926-2014)
Maiden Name: Schwecke [Family] Father: Herbert Schwecke, Mother: Katherine Von Thomasson, Spouse: Robert Oran Parker ()
Bellville Times
Katherine Joy Schwecke Parker went to be with her Lord on Jan. 1, 2014, in Brenham. Joy was born on Nov. 13, 1926, in Houston, to Herbert and Katherine Von Thomasson Schwecke and attended Garden Villas Elementary, Austin High School and the University of Houston. While working at the airport that became Hobby International, she met and married Robert Oran Parker. After living in Venezuela through the revolution of 1948, they made their home in Houston and then in Liberty County, Texas. Joy was an avid reader, pianist, and a meticulous seamstress, homemaker, and financial planner. She moved to Bellville in 1987, and quickly became active in the community. She was a founding member of St. Barnabas Reformed Episcopal (Anglican) Church.
Joy was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, H. A. Schwecke, Jr., her granddaughter, Mary Hintzel, her great nephew, Bill Breish, and Robert Parker, Sr. She is survived by her son Dr. Robby Parker and wife, Sharon; daughter Kathy Fuller and husband, Bill; grandchildren Amber Parker, Ariel Ackerman, Ivy Thomas and husband, Rame, and Martin Fuller and wife, Meghan; great grandchildren Maggie Jane Parker, Daniel Ackerman, Wren Ackerman, Perry Hintzel, and Evangeline Jane Fuller. Also surviving Joy is her niece Carol Breish; great nephews Jonathan Breish, David and wife, Tila, and their families.
Visitation, 5-7 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014, Schmidt Funeral Home, Bellville.
Prayer service, 7 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014, Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel, Reverend John Lohmann, officiating, Reverend Stephen Stults, co-officiating.
Graveside service, 2 p.m., Monday, Jan. 6, 2014, Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery, 6900 Lawndale Road, Houston.
Friends who wish may make memorial gifts in Joy's name to the- St. Barnabas Reformed Episcopal (Anglican) Church, 729 South Holland Street, Bellville, Texas 77418.
.Funeral arrangements under the direction of the Schmidt Funeral Home, P.O. Box 610, 12029 Hwy 36 South, Bellville, Texas 77418. (979) 865-2424 - www.schmidtfunerals.com.
Posted by Joy Neely
Parker, William (1892-1973)
[Family] Father: John Parker, Spouse: Annie Cleveland [Cemetery] Kenney Cemetery ()
In Loving Memory Of
Brother Will Parker
Passed Away April 16, 1973
In Austin County, April 21, 1892, a son was born to the late Mr. and Mrs. John Parker, whom they named Will. Will grew up in this Christian home and attended church and public school. He was united in Holy wedlock to Miss Annie Cleveland in 1921.
In the year of 1922 he confessed a hope in Christ and was baptized and joined the Jackson Chapel A.M.E. Church in Kenney, Texas. After moving to Bellville, Texas about 30 years ago he joined Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church. Since that time he has spent many faithful years in the Master's Service. He has won untold men and women to Christ in his quiet, unassuming way and has ever been an example for the young manhood of his community to follow.
Because of his many virtues and consistent Christian life he lived before his family. His children were early won in the Lord. He was one of the pastor's right-hand men. It will be hard to find someone to fill the many places he served both spiritually and financially.
Bro. Parker passed away in the Bellville Hospital, Monday afternoon, April 16, 1973. He was preceded in death by parents, one sister, four brothers and one grandson. Leaving a devoted wife, one son and daughter in-law, one sister, one great grandson, four great granddaughters, other relatives and sorrowing friends.
Funeral Service- Saturday, April 21, 1973, 2-00 p.m. Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church, Bellville, Texas, Rev. A. L. Jefferson, Pastor.
Pall Bearers- Bro. E. Allen Hill, Bro. Phillip Reese, Bro. Wesley Ward, Bro. Earl Jones, Bro. Frank H. Jones, and Bro. Eddie Singleton.
Interment- Kenney Cemetery, Kenney, Texas
Directors- Austin County Funeral Home
Posted by Silvia Adkins
Parkin, Lucille Anne (Trank) (1948-2003)
Maiden Name: Trank [Family] Father: Allan Trank, Mother: Louise McDermit, Spouse: James E Parkin [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery (A)
Bellville Times
September 2003
Funeral services for Lucille Parkin, 55, of Houston (formerly of Woonsocket, Rhode Island) were held Monday, September 15, 2003 at 12 noon from St. Mary's Catholic Church in Frydek with Rev. Bernard Snock celebrating the funeral mass and rite of committal. Interment was at the Sealy Cemetery in Sealy, Texas.
Born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, Lucille was the daughter of Allan Trank and Louise McDermit Trank.
She was raised in Woonsocket and graduated from St. Clare High School. The former Miss Lucille Trank and Mr. James E,. Parkin were married in 1969 with ceremony held in Woonsocket. Lucille worked as a secretary for Die and Tool Service in Houston. She was a member of Notre Dame Catholic Church in Houston.
Lucille Trank Parkin died Saturday, September 13, 2003 at her home in Houston, Texas.
Survived by her husband, James E. Parkin of Houston, daughter and son-in-law Lisa and Frank Moore of Houston, brother Allan Trank of Millville, Massachusetts, grandsons Bryan Joshua Moore, Christian Tyler Moore, (son to be born) granddaughter Samantha Ann Moore, and a number of nieces, nephews and other family and friends.
Preceded in death by her parents Allan and Louise Trank, and her brother Peter Trank.
Services under the direction of Knesek Family Funeral Chapels, 768 Fourth Street, Sealy, Texas 77474 (979)885-3535.
Posted by Joy Neely
Parr, Leora Bell (Warren) (1917-2003)
Maiden Name: Warren [Family] Father: Walter Marvin Warren, Mother: Johnnie McNeal Fitzhugh, Spouse: Claude Parr [Cemetery] Wallis Cemetery ()
Bellville Times
September 2003
Funeral services for Leora Parr, 86, of Wallis, Texas, were held Wednesday, September 3, 2003 at 10 a.m. from the Knesek and Sons Funeral Chapel in Wallis with Rev. Howard Boyd officiating,
Pallbearers for the service were Travis Parr, J.R. Parr, Donnie Parr, Billy Parr, Jack Mangrum and Gary Korenek.
Interment was at Wallis City Cemetery in Wallis.
Born in Belton, Texas, Leora Bell Warren was the daughter of Walter Marvin Warren and Johnnie McNeal Fitzhugh Warren. She was raised in Bell County and attended Bell Country public schools. On August 25, 1933, Leora and Mr. Claude Parr were married with ceremony held in Cuero, Texas. Mrs. Parr was a full-time homemaker.
Leora Bell Parr died Saturday, August 30, 2003 in Wharton, Texas.
She is survived by sons and daughters-in-law Raymond Sr. and Jo Ann Parr of Needville, Bill Parr Sr. and Bernadette of Wallis, Truman and Josephine Parr of Cat Spring, grandchildren Doris, Travis and J.R. Parr, Dawn Mangrum and husband Jack, Nancy Parr, Lisa Korenek and husband Gary, Billy Parr Jr. and wife Katie, Donnie Parr, great grandchildren Christopher, Steven, Caitlen, Shelby, Lane, Braidyn and Rhyleigh.
Preceded in death by her parents Walter and Johnie Warren, husband Claude Parr, brothers Floyd, Edward, Walter and J.D. Warren, sisters Viola, Dessie, Elenora and Doris Warren.
Funeral services under the direction of Knesek Family Funeral Chapels, Sealy, Texas.
Posted by Joy Neely
Patenja, G. (1824-)
[Veteran] CWCSA, PVT, Waul's Texas Legion ()
Not with the Company on July 13-14, 1863. In Yazoo City with LT Schuerer. What happened to him is unclear.
Patent, Anna Maria Luise (Schabrich) (1837-1920)
Maiden Name: Schabrich [Family] Father: Franziskus Josephus Conradus Schabrich, Mother: Anna Maria Margarethe Lange, Spouse: Anselm Patent. [Cemetery] Germania Cemetery (G11) , FG
Anna was born 14 March 1837 in Dalheim, Westfalen Prov., Germany. She was the daughter of Franziskus Josephus Conradus & Anna Maria Margarethe( Lange) Schabrich and the wife of Anselm Patent. Ann died 2 October 1920 at Brenham, Washington Co., TX.
Patent, Anselm (1841-1906)
[Family] Father: Franziskus Josephus Conradus, Mother: Anna Maria Margarethe( Lange) Schabrich, Spouse: Anna Maria Luise Schabrich [Cemetery] Germania Cemetery (G10) , FG
Anselm Patent was born 7 February 1841 in Wurtemburg, Germany.
He married Anna Maria Luise Schabrich, daughter of Franziskus Josephus Conradus & Anna Maria Margarethe( Lange) Schabrich. Anna was born 14 March 1837 in Dalheim, Westfalen Prov., Germany. She died 2 October 1920 at Brenham, Washington Co., TX.
Anselm died 14 March 1906 in Austin Co. TX. They are both buried at Germenia Cemetery, Kenny, Austin Co., TX.
Patton, Lillie F. (Zapalac) (1925-2015)
Maiden Name: Zapalac [Family] Father: Vladimir Zapalac, Mother: Louise Sodolak, Spouse: Philip Brusher Patton, Jr () , FG
Lillie F. Patton, born to Vladimir Zapalac and Louise Sodolak Zapalac in Sealy, Texas.
Lillie Patton, died Saturday morning, April 25, 2015 in Waco, Texas.
She was 89 years of age and had been a longtime resident of Winnie Texas.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Clara Zapalac Sledge; brother, Willie Frank Zapalac; brother, Frank Willie Zapalac; and daughter-in-law, Virginia Patton.
She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Philip Brusher Patton, Jr. of Waco.
The family she leaves behind includes her children, Michael Patton, Patti Patton Royal, Don Patton and wife Denise and Scott Patton; her six grandchildren; and her six great grandchildren. She is also survived by sister-in-law Dorothy Zapalac, sister-in-law Jeniva Zapalac, niece, and nephews.
Interment- Fairview Cemetery, Winnie, Texas
Broussard's Mortuary, Winnie, Texas
Paulson, Donald Carey, Jr. (1966-2013)
[Family] Father: Donald C. Paulson, Sr., Mother: Beverly Elizabeth Teague ()
Bellville Times
Donald Carey Paulson, Jr., 47, of Bellville, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2013. He was born Feb. 22, 1966, to Donald C. Paulson, Sr. and Beverly Elizabeth Teague Wienecke. Donnie grew up in the Heights area until 1969, before moving to Spring Branch. In 1970, he moved to Aldine, graduating from Aldine High School, in 1985, moving to Bellville in 1991.
Donnie was a member of the Bellville Masonic Lodge #6522, AF&AM, York Rites Bodies, Shiners', Order of the Eastern Star, volunteer at the Bellville VFD annual fundraiser, and a member of the Buddy Lyons Cook-Off Team for the Austin County Fair Association.
He enjoyed doing mechanic work, hunting, fishing, raising ring-neck doves and longhorn cattle. Donnie was a yard Superintendent with Vincik's Building Supply in Bellville. He was a well-known guy that would always be heard making jokes when he was loading lumber supplies out to customers and you could always count on seeing the hidden smile underneath the bushy beard. He was a quiet, gentle man who will be missed by many.
Survivors- Mother Beverly Wienecke of Bellville; father Donald Paulson, Sr. (Sharon), of Missouri; sisters and brothers all of Missouri; and other dear family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, paternal grandparents, two step-grandfathers, aunts, Kathy and Annette, step-father, Floyd Wienecke, and beloved friend, Joyce Zapalac.
Visitation was held from 6-8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 20, 2013. Funeral service was held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 21, 2013, both from the Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Herb Stallknecht officiating. Interment followed in Pilgrims Rest Cemetery.
Graveside service under the auspices of the Bellville Masonic Lodge #6522, AF&AM, Sealy Masonic Lodge #239, AF&AM and Brookshire Masonic Lodge #1066, AF&AM. Pallbearers were the members of the Bellville Masonic Lodge #6522, AF&AM, Sealy Masonic Lodge #239, AF&AM and Brookshire Masonic Lodge #1066, AF&AM.
Memorial may be made to- Bellville VFD, 106 South Holland, Bellville, Texas 77418 or to the Austin County Unit of the American Cancer Society, 1710 Meissner Road, Bellville, Texas 77418.
Funeral arrangements through the Schmidt Funeral Home, Bellville, Texas (979) 865-2424 www.schmidtfunerals.com
Posted by Joy Neely
Pavelka, Elgin Melvin "Zeke" (1927-2011)
Nickname: Zeke [Veteran] WW2, PVT, US Army, 25 Div. 27th Reg [Family] Father: Edward John “Eddie” Pavelka, Mother: Martha Luedke [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Sealy News Online
Wednesday, June 8, 2011 6-01 pm
Funeral services for Elgin "Zeke" Pavelka, 83, of Sealy were held on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy with Rev. David Vandercook officiating.
Interment was in the Sealy Cemetery. Pallbearers were Lowell Coody, Russell Krupala, Vernon Ekarius, Bob Beachboard, Brad Biss and Jeff Maertz.
Elgin Melvin Pavelka was born in New Bremen, Texas to parents Ed J. Pavelka and Martha Luedke Pavelka.
He was raised in New Bremen and graduated from Sealy High School. Pavelka married the former Norma Coody Trogdon on May 30, 1958 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy. He worked as a carpenter in home building.
Zeke was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Sealy American Legion for over 55 years and served on the executive board, cooked for various V.A. functions, had a passion for giving back through the V.A. for military service and he loved gardening.
He served his country in the U.S. Army. Mr. Pavelka passed away on May 28, 2011 in Sealy.
Survivors include Zeke's wife Norma Pavelka of Sealy; daughters Vicki Trogdon of Dallas, Sherri Santoro of Sealy and Laurie Pavelka of Sealy and sisters Bernice Lehmann of Columbus, LaVern Machala and husband Jerry of Pasadena. He was preceded in death by parents Ed J. and Martha Pavelka and brother Milton Palvelka.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Knesek Funeral Home.
Posted by Joy Neely
Pavelka, Gladys Lucile (Luedecke) (1935-2023)
Maiden Name: Luedecke [Family] Father: Alfred Roman Luedecke, Mother: Lizzie Louise Garling, Spouse: Leslie Lynn Pavelka [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
On Feb. 16, 2023, at the age of 88, our beloved Gladys, affectionately called Granny, received her angel wings while surrounded by her family in the comfort of her home in Alvin, Texas.
Born Gladys Lucille Luedecke on Jan. 15, 1935 in Sealy, Texas to loving parents, Alfred and Lizzie (Garling) Luedecke, Gladys was the third of five children, three boys, and two girls. Gladys was raised on a small farm eleven miles outside of Sealy with her four siblings. Gladys started and finished school in Sealy, graduating in 1954.
Gladys met the love of her life, Leslie Lynn Pavelka, and was married on July 27, 1955. While living in Liberty, Texas, Les and Gladys became the proud parents of a daughter, Diana Lynn, in 1957, and while living in Beaumont, Texas, blessed with a son, Glenn Benjamin, in 1960.
Gladys chose to be a homemaker until the children were in high school then she resumed using her skills as a seamstress for the public. She was great with woodworking, a skill learned from her father. She also loved the outdoors and was very successful with her vegetable garden. Gladys could hardly wait for deer season because she wanted the first deer and bragging rights. Bowling was her lifelong passion and she was a great league bowler.
Gladys was very devoted to her family. When the family opened a restaurant, she was right in the middle of things claiming her spot as a waitress. She worked for many years acquiring a following of customers, who soon became friends. She was respected and loved by every member of her team.
Gladys is survived by her daughter, Diana Lynn (Pavelka) Jones, and her husband, Charlie, Alvin, TX, Glenn Pavelka, Crystal Beach, TX; grandchildren, Jeffrey Jones and wife, Amy Katrina (Jones) Villarreal and husband, Danny, Jennifer Mullins, Melissa (Mullins) Caldwell and partner, Justin Harris, David Mullins, Savannah (Pavelka) Stapleton and husband, Jeremy, Josey (Pavelka) Godeaux, and husband, Joe, Lesley Pavelka and partner, Cody Higa; great-grandchildren, Cassidy (Bodden) Marquis and Mitchell, Trinity Bodden, Fallon Villarreal, Aurora Villarreal, Eliza Williams, Jacob Caldwell, Micah Caldwell, Memphis Guidry, Sadie Guidrey, Caroline Stapleton, Jase Stapleton, Georgia Stapleton, Joshua Smith, Harbor Godeaux; great-great-grandchild, Bradey Marquis; sister, Mary Lou (Luedecke) Gajewski; sisters-in-law, Vernel (Drymalla) Luedecke, Ora (Pavelka) Hopper; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Gladys is preceded in death by her loving husband, Les Pavelka; parents, Alfred and Lizzie; brothers, Wilfred, Harry, and Raymond Luedecke.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, Feb. 21, at Knesek Brothers Funeral Home. She was laid to rest in Sealy Cemetery. A special thank you to the pallbearers, Michael Ashorn, Jacob Caldwell, Micah Caldwell, Buddy Gajewski, Beau Galvan, Justin Harris, Jeff Jones, Tim Luedecke, and David Mullins.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/gladys-pavelka
Pawlak, Julian George "Pop" (1945-2014)
Nickname: Pop [Veteran] US Army NG, Airborne DIvision [Family] Father: Frank Pawlak, Mother: Sophie Benkowski, Spouse: Elain Krachovy [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (C)
Bellville Times
Julian George "Pop" Pawlak of Bellville, passed away at his residence on Sept. 6, 2014.
He was born on Feb. 22, 1945, to Frank and Sophie (Benkowski) Pawlak in Bellville.
He was raised in Buckhorn and he graduated from Bellville High School in 1964. He was a member of the 1960 Class AA State Finalist football team.
Julian married Elaine Hrachovy on May 27, 1967, at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Bellville. He was a member of the Army National Guard Airborne Division, the Bellville Booster Club, a Bellville Little League and Little League All Star coach, and the proud owner of Pawlak Tile Company.
He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family and friends. Julian loved his wife, his children, his daughters-in-law, his five grandchildren, family and friends. He also loved the Bellville Brahmas and the Texas Aggies.
Julian was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Sophie Pawlak and his wife, Elaine.
He is survived by son Dale and his wife Tracy and their three children Hannah, Kaitlyn and Kyle of Cypress, Texas; son Gregg and his wife Rebecca and their two children Allison and Dalton of Cypress, Texas; brother Eugene Pawlak and his wife Emily of Bellville; brothers-in-law Dr. James Hrachovy and his wife Janie and Dr. Richard Hrachovy and his wife Cheryle, all of Columbus, along with several cousins, nieces, a nephew and their families.
Visitation was held Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2014, from 5-7 p.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Bellville. A wake celebrating his life followed. Funeral service was held Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2014, at 10 AM at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church with Father Tim Bucek officiating.
Pallbearers were James Jones, William “Billy†Johnson, John Lyth, Chase Pawlak, Mark Pawlak and Rodney Wendt. Honorary pallbearers were Wayne “Rip†Alexander, Sam Center , Dr. James Hrachovy, Dr. Richard Hrachovy, German Rivera, Kenneth Slater, Charlie Smith and Ricky Smith. Interment followed in Oak Knoll Cemetery .
Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to the American Diabetes Association, 2400 Augusta Drive, Suite 175 , Houston, Texas 77057.
Knesek Funeral Home in Bellville in charge of arrangements- www.knesekfuneralhome.com
Posted by Bruce White
Payton, Maurine Lois (Watson) (1929-2024)
Maiden Name: Watson [Family] Father: William Wright Watson, Mother: Hattie Wolz, Spouse: Chester Fred Payton, Children: Wes and Wendell [Cemetery] Pilgrims Rest Cemetery #01 ()
Maurine Lois Watson Payton was born in Burleson County on September 1, 1929. She grew up on a small farm and ranch in the community of Hogg, Texas and graduated from Caldwell High School in 1947. After graduation, while attending business school and working in Austin, Texas, she met Chester Fred Payton on a blind date. They were married in Caldwell, Texas at First Methodist Church on September 10, 1949. They settled in Pasadena, Texas and raised two boys, Wes and Wendell, both graduated from Pasadena High School. While they were raising a family, Maurine helped Chester with his construction company and raising cattle in Burleson and Lee Counties. Maurine and Chester moved to Bellville, Texas in 1982. Both being lifelong Methodists, they quickly became active members of the Bellville Methodist Church.
Maurine lived a full life with her family and friends. She loved to travel, to gather with her friends, to be involved in her church and to give. Maurine was a generous giver. She never hesitated to give whatever she had to share with others. She especially loved to gather with her family. Some of the most treasured times were holidays and going to Aggie football games and tailgating which continues to be a family tradition. Her most cherished moments were spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. To them she was known as “MawMaw”. MawMaw gave them so much of her life. She continuously loved and gave to them, always being there for them, and in return they loved her so much.
Maurine passed in her home in Bellville on July 4, 2024 surrounded by her family and special caregivers.
She was preceded in death by her parents, William Wright Watson and Hattie Wolz Watson; brother, J.D. Watson and sister, Lula Mae Dusek; and husband, Chester Fred Payton.
Maurine is survived by her son, Wes Payton and his wife Marilyn; her son, Wendell Payton and his wife Anna; her Grandchildren and (Spouses), Jennifer and (Mark) Wood, Chad and (Kelee) Payton, Ryan and (Ashley) Payton, Samantha and (Jacoby) Lischka, Jake and (Megan) Payton, Mariana Payton, Jackie and (Matt) Morgan, Kelli Payton, and Travis and (Abby) Payton; her Great-grandchildren, Hannah Wood, Mallory Payton, Jason Wood, Luke Payton, Maximus Payton, Payton Morgan, Jade Payton, Noah Payton, Cross Lischka, Presley Payton, Rush Lischka, Tyse Payton, Armor Lischka, Shane Payton and Liam Payton; her niece and nephews, DeAnn Kielberg, JayDon Watson, Roger Broesche and Darren Broesche.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, July 26, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Bellville Methodist Church. (234 S. Masonic Street, Bellville, Texas 77418)
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to:
Bellville Methodist Church
ACARA Hospice (1205 N. Meyer St., Sealy, Texas 77474)
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/maurine-payton
Pazderny, Raymond Bohumil (Ray) (1925-2015)
Maiden Name: Ray [Veteran] WW2/Korea, US Army/Air Force [Family] Father: Bohumil Pazderny, Mother: Marie Balusek, Spouse: Doris Mae Knippel [Cemetery] Shelby Cemetery () , FG
Pazderny, 89, of Fayetteville died Thursday, January 1, 2015.
Ray was born in Jarrell, Texas, November 11, 1925, the son of Bohumil Pazderny and Marie (Balusek) Pazderny. He married Doris Mae Knippel on February 2, 1947 in Fayetteville.
Ray was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather to his family.
Ray is survived by his daughter Kathy and son-in-law Victor Havran of Fayetteville, son Charles and daughter-in-law Marlene (Sumbera) Pazderny of Sugar Land, grandson Patrick Havran of Belleville, grandson Brian and wife Shelly (Acree) Havran of College Station, grandson Jason Pazderny of Houston, and great-grandchildren Daxton and Zayda Pazderny of Houston.
Ray was preceded in death by his parents and wife Doris Mae (Knippel) Pazderny.
Ray proudly served in the United States Air Force and was a veteran of World War II and the Korean war. He was an avid sports fan of the Dallas Cowboys, University of Texas football and Duke basketball. He also loved fishing and enjoyed music of the Big Band era.
Per his wishes graveside services will be held in Shelby, Texas for family members only.
Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice Brazos Valley, 1408 North Jefferson St., La Grange, Texas 78945.
(Fayette Memorial Funeral Home)
Peacock, Karen Ann (Stubbs) (1954-2014)
Maiden Name: Stubbs [Family] Father: Bill Stubbs, Mother: Patsy, Spouse: Alan Peacock ()
Bellville Times
Karen Ann Stubbs Peacock, 60, died at home in Bellville, surrounded by family members, on Dec. 2, after a long, courageous battle with cancer.
Karen was born on April 27, 1954, in San Diego, Calif. She was educated in Port Arthur schools, graduating from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1972. She graduated from Lamar University in 1980 with a Bachelor's Degree in Education. A dedicated, passionate and supportive teacher for 25 years, Karen taught in Port Arthur, Nederland and Katy Independent School Districts and briefly in Austin, Texas. After retirement, she taught in Bible School at Bellville United Methodist Church and mentored children at O'Bryant Elementary School in Bellville.
Karen was a loving daughter, mother, wife, sister and friend. Her greatest role was being a“Granny†to all the children in her family. Her philosophy was always that the cup was half-full. Her sense of humor was contagious; she laughed easily and made other people laugh. Without judgment, she went above and beyond for all of her family and friends through the best and worst of times. She will, without a doubt, be profoundly missed by all of those who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her husband Alan Peacock of Bellville, Texas; her parents Bill and Patsy Stubbs of Port Arthur; her mother-in-law Winifred Wallentine of Bellville; and by her children Brian Nunnelly of Port Neches, and Emily Peacock and Sara Peacock of Houston. She is also survived by her sisters Lesley Stubbs, Kay Stubbs, Lyndi Reed and husband Dave, Kellie Davidson and husband Vernon, and by her grandchildren Jace, Seth and Kail Nunnelly, and by many other family members in Bellville, Port Arthur, and Houston.
A memorial service was held on Friday, Dec. 5, 2014, at 1 p.m. at the Bellville United Methodist Church, 234 South Masonic, Bellville, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation in her honor to any organization or charity dedicated to feeding children.
Posted by Bruce White
Pecha, Ludwig V. (1905-1976)
[Family] Father: John J. Pecha, Mother: Veronica Jurek, Spouse: Sophie Mazac ()
Bellville Times, Thursday June 10, 1976.
Funeral Rites for Mr. Pecha
Ludwig V. Pecha, 70, of Rt. 1, west of La Grange, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 1976 at Fayette Memorial Hospital.
Funeral services were set at 10 a.m. Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Rev. Harry Mazurkiesicz and Msgr. John Hanacek officiating. Burial was in the La Grange City Cemetery..
Born at Fayetteville on Aug. 15, 1905, the deceased was a son of John J. and Veronica Jurek Pecha, and married Miss Sophie Mazac at Fayetteville on Dec. 8, 1931. He was a retired farmer, and a member of the Knights of Columbus.
Surviving are his wife; three sisters, Mrs. John Hucek of Dallas, Mrs. Willie Williams of Houston and Mrs. Manfred Braun of La Grange; and two nephews, James Psencik of Houston and Johnny Psencik of Sealy.
A family rosary was recited at the Koenig Funeral Home chapel Wednesday night and parish and K. of C. rosaries were for 8 p.m. on Thursday.
Submitted by Verna W. McDowell
Pechacek, Dixie Ruth (Sauls) (1939-2014)
Maiden Name: Sauls [Family] Father: Robert Erman Sauls, Mother: Dorine Kendrick, Spouse: John R. Pechacek [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (C)
Bellville Times
Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Dixie Ruth Sauls Pechacek, peacefully went home to spend eternity with her Lord and Savior on Oct. 14, 2014, at her home in the Buckhorn community outside of Bellville.
She was surrounded by her loving husband, children and grandchildren. Dixie was born on July 26, 1939, in Bellville to Robert Erman Sauls and Dorine Kendrick Sauls.
She attended school in Brenham and in Cypress-Fairbanks where she graduated in May, 1957.
Dixie was preceded in death by her parents Robert E. and Dorine Sauls; her maternal grandparents Claude and Tolula Kendrick; her paternal grandparents Robert Logan and Eugenia Ryan Sauls; her uncles Nolte (Bud) Kendrick, Garvin Kendrick, John Arlie Kendrick and Ronald Sauls; her aunts Lois Campbell and Dixie Hill.
She is survived by her husband John R. Pechacek; her children Amy and husband Stephen Deutsch, Andy and wife Nancy Pechacek, and Katy Linnabery; her grandchildren Clint Pechacek, Brianna Deutsch, John and wife Madison Pechacek, Nick Deutsch, Ben Deutsch, Sam Pechacek, Carlin Linnabery, and Haven Linnabery; her aunt Ruth Krumrey together with a host of cousins and dear friends in Hempstead, Bellville, Brenham and throughout the state.
Dixie loved children and had a kind and loving heart for everyone. She was a person of deep faith who touched the lives of a countless number of persons through her Christian teaching and witness as well as through her example of enduring the challenges presented by numerous health issues. Dixie always considered the feelings and well being of others above her own needs and desires and had a kind and loving spirit to all.
Dixie was a faithful Christian who lived her faith every day. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Hempstead. She taught and participated in numerous Bible studies as well as Sunday school and vacation bible school. She was an avid stamper and loved quilting. She enjoyed traveling, but primarily, she enjoyed the beauty, peace and tranquility of her home in the Buckhorn community outside of Bellville.
Visitation was from 6-8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 17, 2014, at the Schmidt Funeral Home in Bellville. Funeral service was held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014, at the Bellville United Methodist Church with Pastor Katy Ware and Reverend Nancy Creason officiating.
Interment followed in the Oak Knoll Cemetery. Dixie's eight grandchildren will serve as pallbearers.
Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to the First United Methodist Church of Hempstead, 1010 Seventh Street, Hempstead, Texas 77445, Hospice Brazos Valley, 302 East Blue Bell Road, Brenham, Texas 77833 or to the charity of their choice.
Schmidt Funeral Home - Bellville, TX, 12029 Hwy. 36 S. - P.O. Box 610, Bellville, TX 77418, (979)865-2424 phone, (979)865-2150 fax.
Posted by Bruce White
Pechanec, Lola Bell (Braesicke) (1922-1997)
Maiden Name: Braesicke [Family] Father: Edwin Joachim Braesicke, Mother: Erna Anna Wittenburg, Spouse: William J Pechanec [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery ()
Bellville Times December 1997
Funeral services for Lola Bell Pechanec, 75, of Sealy were held Monday, Dec. 8, 1997 at 2 p.m. from the Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy with the Rev. Dale Leland officiating. Interment was in the Sealy Cemetery.
Pallbearers for the service were Jack Bolton, Michael Janecek, Alfonse Mlcak, Andrew Sowa, Steven Zapalac and Johnny Polasek and serving as alternate was Ronnie Hunter.
The former Miss Lola Bell Braesicke was born on Sept. 12, 1922 in San Felipe to parents, Edwin and Erma Wittenburg Braesicke. She was raised in San Felipe and attended Peters-Hacienda Schools. She married William J. Pechanec on April 12, 1947 in Sealy. Mrs. Pechanec was a homemaker and a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy.
She died Friday, Dec. 5, 1997 in Katy.
Survivors include her daughter Dianne Wanda Bills of Sealy, sister, Estelle Ball of Sealy, grandchildren, Keith Wayne Bills, David Ryan Bills, Angeline Marie Bills and Brandon Daniel Bills.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin and Erma Braesicke and husband, William J. Pechanec.
Funeral services were held under the direction of the Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel in Sealy.
Posted by Joy Neely
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