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Sopchak, Lawrence (1931-2020)
[Veteran] Korea, US Army [Family] Father: John Sopchak, Mother: Sarah Parr Sopchak [Cemetery] San Felipe de Austin Cemetery () , FG
Lawrence Sopchak, age 89 of San Felipe, Texas, passed away on July 24, 2020. He was born April 9, 1931 in Wallis, Texas to John and Sarah Sopchak.
After being drafted into the US Army at age 21, Lawrence served this country during the Korean War. After returning home, he met and married the love of his life, Bonnie Stone. They lived in Houston until Lawrence retired from his welding career and moved to San Felipe. Although he enjoyed farming, his favorite pastime was refurbishing antique Farmall tractors.
Lawrence is preceded in death by his parents, 4 brothers (Jim Sopchak, Martin Sopchak, Frank Sopchak and Raymond Sopchak). He is survived by his wife of 64 years, his four children, son Larry Sopchak (wife Robin), son Randy Sopchak (wife Julie), daughter Kathy Bostick (husband Desmond), and daughter Gina Walla (husband Shawn) as well as 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by one sister, Mary Buechmann (husband Pat) of San Felipe.
A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date due to the Covid 19 conditions.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Lawrence Sopchak's name to First Wallis Baptist Church, 6911 Westgate, PO 640, Wallis TX 77485.
Soucy, Roger Joseph (1929-2014)
[Family] Spouse: Laurette Lussier ()
Bellville Times
Roger Joseph Soucy, of Valleyfield, Canada, died at the age of 84 on Saturday, June 7, 2014.
Roger was born on Dec. 8, 1929 and was raised by his paternal grandmother, Marceline Soucy.
Roger was a custom home builder in Canton, Conn., the Houston, area and Bellville.
On July 12, 1952, Roger married Laurette Lussier and together they had six children, James R. Soucy, Roxanne M. Wrisley, Joanne L. Zeltner, Michelle S. Hussainali, Marc R. Soucy and Mona L. Wallman.
Roger is survived by his wife of 62 years, his six children, 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Roger is a unique soul and will be greatly missed.
A memorial service was held on Friday, June 13, 2014 at Sugar Grove Church of Christ.
Posted by Joy Neely
Spiess, Benjamin Glenn (1932-2018)
[Veteran] Korea, PFC, US Army, 6/2/53 -4/15/55, Europe [Family] Father: Bennie Gerhardt Spiess, Mother: Ella Rudloff, Spouse: May Dell Haevischer [Cemetery] Welcome New Salem Lutheran Cemetery () , FG
Benjamin G. Spiess, 85, of Welcome, Texas passed away May 25, 2018, in his home with his wife of 63 years by his side. Burial will be in Welcome New Salem Lutheran Cemetery.
Benjamin was born at the family home in Welcome, Texas, to the late Bennie and Ella Rudloff Spiess. He was a lifetime member of Welcome Lutheran Church having been baptized, confirmed and married in the Welcome Lutheran Church. Benjamin married May Dell Haevischer on May 7, 1955, just three weeks after being discharged from military service.
Benjamin spent his years working as a cattle rancher in addition to working at Sealy Mattress for 30 years. Retirement brought enjoyment with his little buddy Jack, his beloved dog, at his side as they checked cows on the mule, time in the garden with his tomatoes, peppers and peaches, quiet times hunting and exciting times fishing.
He was preceded in death by his parents-in-law, Ben and Elsa Haevischer; sisters and brothers-in-law, Irene and Arnold Klausmeyer Carrie and Vergil Luedeker; and sister-in-law, Judy Haevischer.
Survivors include his wife, May Dell; daughter, Debbie Woltmann and her husband, Ron; sons- Glen Spiess and his wife, Vicki, Mark "Pete" Spiess, and Boyd Spiess; grandchildren- Joel Spiess and his wife, Tammy, Sarah Frazier and her husband, Kevin, Richard Woltmann and his wife, Amanda, Josh Spiess and his friend, Brynna Lucas, Jeremy Spiess, Jennifer Spiess, and Caitlyn Spiess; great-grandchildren- Benjamin Spiess, Aiden Frazier, Chloe Frazier, twins, Hayes and Hadlee Woltmann, and Michael Jozwiak; sister, Gladys Blezinger and her husband, Luther, brother, Johnnie Spiess and his wife, Gail; brothers-in-law- Weldon Haevischer and his wife, Elaine, Marvin Haevischer and his wife, Dorothy, Gary Haevischer and his wife, Betty and Lloyd Haevischer and his wife, Saundra; other relatives and many friends. Q5
Stafford, Edmund (1892-1918)
[Veteran] WW1, PVT, US Army, 19 AERO SVC SQ [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (A - 26 K4)
Austin County Obits
Death of Edmund Stafford
1918, The Sealy News
At Ellington Airoplane Field near Houston, Texas, on Saturday, February 9, 1918, occurred the death of Private Ed. Stafford of the U. S. Army, after an illness of three weeks. The sickness causing death was pneumonia. The remains were brought to his former home at Bellville for interment, the funeral occurring from the Baptist Church in that city Monday, February 11. It was largely attended by all the civilians of the place who were eager to show their love and respect for one of the boys who has given up his all for the cause of Liberty. Flowers from Red Cross Ladies Aid and other societies were in profusion and were banked high over his last resting place. Deceased was reared near Sealy and had many friends, several of whom attended the funeral; noted were members of the Stokeld family, the Anderson and Johnson family and Mrs. A. Seldene, from Austin were an aunt and uncle and from Galveston were a sister and brother-in-law.
Cemetery Listing- Born August 12, 1892 Died- February 9, 1918
Buried Oak Knoll Cemetery, Bellville, Texas
Submitted by- Judy Hess Oakes
Stafford, Elizabeth (Bates) (1866-1954)
Maiden Name: Bates [Family] Father: John Bates [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (A - 26 K4) [COD] Heart stroke
Bellville Times
May, 1954
Mrs. Charles Stafford Dies Tuesday Evening, Rites This Afternoon
Two weeks after celebrating her 88th birthday with a joyous gathering of friends and relatives, Mrs. Charles Stafford died quietly at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Leon Fisher, at 7-35 p.m. Tuesday, May 18. Although she had been in declining health for the past six years, Mrs. Stafford was feeling comparatively well until 26 hours before her death, when she suffered a severe heart stroke.
Funeral rites are being held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the chapel of the Pete E. Etlinger Funeral home, with the Rev. Bill McDaniel and the Rev. W. P. Fletcher of Woodsboro, officiating. Interment will be at Oak Knoll, with T. L. Smith, Leo Chatham, Grat Fisher, Walter Krumrey, Fleck Jennings, and L. F. Weige serving as pallbearers.
Mrs. Stafford was the former Miss Elizabeth Bates, a native of Manchester, England, and daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Bates. She was born May 4, 1866. As a young woman of 24 she came to the U. S. and was married to the late Mr. Stafford June 12, 1890, at Sealy. She was a devoted member of the Baptist church and was universally beloved and esteemed. A dignified and delightful conversationalist, Mrs. Stafford was also a member of the Eastern Star and the Woodmen's circle. She loved music and was particularly fond of singing.
Surviving are her two daughters, Mr. Leon Fisher of Bellville and Mrs. D. A. Fulgham of Temple; a son, R. E. Stafford of Bellville; 11 grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.
Stafford, Robert Ernest, Jr. (1929-2013)
[Veteran] Korea, USAF, 1951-52 [Family] Father: Robert Ernest Stafford, Mother: Beulah Chatham, Children: Dorothy Constance [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (A - 26 K4) , FG
Bellville Times
Robert Ernest Stafford, Jr. 83, of Bellville was called home by his Heavenly Father on April 7, 2013.
He was born on Sept. 5, 1929 in Houston and joyfully greeted by his parents Robert Ernest and Beulah Chatham Stafford.
Robert graduated from Bellville High School in 1946.
Robert “R.E.†Stafford, Jr. married his beloved wife Dorothy Constance on Dec. 18, 1949 in Denver, Colo. They met while Robert was stationed at Lowry Air Force Base in Denver. They celebrated 63 years of marriage.
Robert E. Stafford, Jr. is survived by his wife Dorothy C. Newman Stafford, daughter Kathleen Elizabeth Satterwhite (Michael) of Bellville, daughter Sharon Kay Whitley (Michael) of Victoria; three grandchildren, Valerie Elizabeth Meyers, of Houston, Michael Doyle Satterwhite II, of Bellville and Tyler Austin Satterwhite of Bellville; sister Virginia Ann Roberts (Bob) of Garfield, and numerous nephews, nieces and cousins.
Robert was reunited in Heaven with his parents Robert Ernest Stafford, Sr. and Beulah Chatham Stafford, granddaughter, Erin Michelle Meyers and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Robert proudly served in the Air Force and was a Korean War Veteran. Robert served in the regular USAF where he received his Korean Presidential U.S. Citation (June 27,1950), Korean Service Medal (March 29,1951), and Good Conduct medal (Stafford. 29,1951). He then served in the USAF Active Reserves for 3 years and USAF Inactive Reserves for 5 years.
Robert E. Stafford, Jr. retired from the Texas Department of Highways and Transportation after more than 25 years of service. Robert was a member of the Masonic Lodge number #233 of Bellville and a Past Master of the Lodge. He was also a member of the American Legion Post # 0115 of Bellville, TX.
A devout Christian, Robert was ordained a Deacon by the First Baptist Church of Sealy on June 6, 2005. Most of his church years, Robert was a member of First Baptist Church of Bellville.
He and his wife enjoyed RV traveling and were Lifetime Members of Good Sam's Club. They were also members of the Go-Slow Sam's Group, and Robert served as chaplain of this group in 2009.
Robert enjoyed painting, growing plants, singing and telling stories. His family served as founding fathers in Bellville and at First Baptist Church of Bellville. Robert was a 9 year colon cancer survivor, and he served his wife tirelessly after her diagnosis of dementia.
His light will be deeply missed by his wife, sister, children, grandchildren and extended family members and friends.
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Posted by Joy Neely
Stallones, Julia Kathleen "Ma" (McConnell) (1942-2014)
Maiden Name: McConnell, Nickname: Ma [Family] Father: Johnny McConnel, Mother: Doris, Spouse: Glenn Stallones ()
Bellville Times
Julia Kathleen Stallones, of Bellville passed away on Oct. 20, 2014.
She was born on May 19, 1942 to Johnny and Doris McConnell in Fort Worth.
Julia (Ma) always thought of others before herself. She always spoke her mind and it was always the truth. She was caring, loving, giving and unselfish. Her home and kitchen was always open to everyone. Ma was loved and respected by everyone who knew her.
Julia worked many years as a Ticket Writer at numerous Livestock Auctions including the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and the Austin County Fair.
Julia was preceded in death by husband, Glenn Stallones, son Jeffrey Stallones and brother Michael McConnell.
She is survived by daughters Tammy Mims and husband Robin (of Pinehurst) and Deanna Stallones (of Bellville). Sons Glenn Stallones Jr. and wife Peggy (of Franklin), and Clayton Stallones and wife Lori (of Bellville). Sisters Patricia Simpson and Jeannie Kimbell and husband Kent (of Fort Worth). Brothers Johnny McConnell and wife Cindy (of Georgia) and brother Patrick McConnell and wife Michelle of California. Grandchildren Johnny, Brandy, Brian, Dustin, Richard, Kassi, Cory, Brittney, Elizabeth, Kaylon, Justin, Brandon, Katie, Clayton Jr. and 16 great grandchildren.
Memorial Service was at Knesek Funeral Home Saturday, Oct. 25, 2014 2 p.m.
Knesek Funeral Home in Bellville in charge of arrangements- www.knesekfuneralhome.com
Posted by Bruce White
Standlee, Martha Lee (Schwartz) (1929-2015)
Maiden Name: Schwartz [Family] Father: Walter Henry Schwartz, Mother: Sadie Lee Moore, Spouse: Allen Davidson Standlee [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () , FG
Martha Lee Schwartz Standlee went to be with her Lord and Savior at the age of 85 on January 5, 2015 in Sugar Land, Texas. Martha was born on June 1, 1929 in Crews, Texas to Walter and Sadie Schwartz, being blessed to be one of fifteen children. She graduated from Winters High School in 1946.
While attending Sul Ross State Teacher's College in Alpine, Texas, Martha met Allen Standlee. They were married on February 1, 1947 and lived in a section of the campus specifically for married students called Toonerville. The first of their three sons, Stanley Earl, was born in Alpine in 1947. After Allen graduated, he accepted a position with the Dow Chemical Company and Martha and family moved to Freeport, Texas. Kerrie Glenn was born in 1950 and Alan Royce was born in 1951. Martha and Allen lived in the Freeport area until 1970 and because of a job transfer, moved to Dardanelle, Arkansas where they remained until 1987. They moved back to Texas to enjoy retirement in the Smithville-Rosanky area. Martha lived there until 2000 when she moved to Bellville to be closer to family.
Martha loved her Lord and expressed this love through her many activities at church and her witnessing, including her joy of singing, especially at the nursing home on Fridays. Her greatest enjoyment was playing games with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Martha's final years were spent in assisted living.
Martha is preceded in death by her husband, Allen D. Standlee; parents, Walter H. and Sadie Lee Schwartz; sisters, Jennie Margaret Lee, Doretta Gerhart, Alta Mae Belfiore, Joyce Peteete; and brothers, Walter Schwartz Jr., Ralph Schwartz, and Lanny Schwartz.
Martha is survived by her sons, Stanley E. (Marilyn) of Sealy, Tx, Kerrie G. (Marilyn Sue) of Tigard, Or, and Alan R. (Nancy) of Lake Jackson, Tx. She is also survived by six grandchildren, Melissa Thompson (James), Sarah Berkey, Mark Standlee (Mindy), Keith Standlee (Audrey), Reed Standlee, and Fanni Standlee; seven great-grandchildren, Zoe Thompson, Lexi Thompson, Isaac Thompson, Lincoln Standlee, Landon Standlee, Josh Standlee, and Nathan Standlee; four sisters, Arlene Boles of Winters, Tx, Waldene Walpole of Monroe, Louisana, Phyllis Fulton of Odessa, Tx, and Nancy Allison of Albuquerque, New Mexico; and three brothers, Hardy Schwartz of Comanche, Tx, Don Schwartz of Odessa, Tx, and Jimmy Schwartz of Early, Tx.
Pallbearers are Mark Standlee, Keith Standlee, Reed Standlee, James Thompson, Lynn Brown and Walt Ruzicka. Friends are invited to a visitation with the family from 9-30 to 11-30 AM, Saturday, January 10, 2015, at the First Baptist Church, Bellville, Tx. The service of celebration will be held at 1-00 PM at First Baptist Church, with interment at the Sealy Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to First Baptist Church, Bellville or the charity of your choice. www.knesekfuneralhome.com.
Stastny, Cacey Renee (Corder) (1986-2024)
Maiden Name: Corder [Family] Father: Rick Corder, Mother: Cindy, Spouse: Cyril "Bubba" Stastny [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) ()
Cacey Renee Stastny, after a courageous battle with cancer, passed away on the morning of April 10, 2024. She was a beautiful and loving wife, daughter, sister, and aunt who made every day special for those who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Cacey was born in Houston on September 7, 1986. She had fond memories of growing up in the city, with many neighborhood friends, starting gymnastics tumbling classes at an early age, and having her aunt Cha-Cha nearby to see almost every day. In the early 90's the family moved to Singapore for 6 months. That would be the start of her love of traveling which carried on throughout her life. Shortly after returning from Singapore, the family moved to Sealy in the Summer of ‘94, her Mother's hometown.
Cacey thrived in Sealy. Having so many family members in town made the transition feel like home instantly. Family cookouts at the land, cousins she got to know and grow close with, and just spending time at home with her friends by the pool made her so happy. She excelled at school, was a part of a competition gymnastics team, cheerleader, and was a member of the track & field team. Along the way, she would meet her future husband Cyril (or Bubba as he is known). The two met in high school and would later marry in front of a gorgeous setting in Breckenridge Colorado on October 22, 2011. Before that, they both attended and graduated from Texas A&M University. She was loyal to her beloved Aggie sports teams and attended as many games as she could. Cacey was so proud of her Aggie ring and you would never see her without it. She was also a rabid Astros fan.
Cacey and Cyril made a great life for themselves. First living in Austin where they both worked. They enjoyed their time there taking in all the sights and fun the town had to offer. While in Austin they welcomed their Pomeranians, Jordi and Quinn into the family. Cacey loved her puppies like children. If one sneezed…off to the vet! Eventually, they moved to Katy to be closer to family. Visiting Cacey at her house was always a joy. She loved to cook, and her specialties were her desserts (especially cheesecake), but also her homemade pasta and other Italian dishes. Homemade pizza from the pizza oven would always bring the whole family together on the weekends. Cacey and Cyril would travel as often as they could, not only throughout the US, but they would take several trips to Europe. Cacey's favorite places to visit were Salzburg Austria and Tuscany. She loved everything about the European culture; the food, the wine, the people, hiking the mountains, and the local traditions. She also had a love for the outdoors and especially hitting the slopes. She and Cyril were able to visit and ski at some of the most beautiful places in the US, Canada and Europe. Even with all the fun of traveling, she was always the happiest at home with her family. Just a wonderful person who would do anything to make sure everyone was taken care of.
Cacey was preceded in death by her mother, Cindy Corder, and her aunt, Charlene (ChaCha) Schneider. She is survived by her husband Cyril Stastny; father Rick Corder; brother Christian Corder and wife Janna; nieces and nephews Ellis and Cade Corder, Bellamy and Beckett White; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Although it was a life too short, Cacey was able to make such an important impact on the lives of others. The family asks that we remember her for her smile, her laugh, her kindness and all the wonderful times we were able to spend together.
Stastny, Frances Joan (Gajewski) (1929-2024)
Maiden Name: Gajewski [Family] Father: Frank Gajewski, Mother: Louise Orsak, Spouse: Frank James Stastny, Children: Patricia Kalinowski, Donna Lux, Doris Lubojacky, Kathleen Kovar, Debra Alvarez, Ronald Stastny, Richard Stastny [Cemetery] Frydek Catholic Cemetery ()
Frances Joan (Gajewski) Stastny passed away on April 15 at the age of ninety-four in Katy, Texas. She was born December 3, 1929, in Mixville, Texas to Frank and Louise (Orsak) Gajewski. She attended school in Mixville and Sealy High School and eventually received her GED in 1969.
Frances married Frank James Stastny on November 15, 1948, and remained in Frydek, Texas where they eventually raised seven children. Her life was filled with love of the church and family, Czech music, kolaches, animals, and a passion for sewing and crocheting.
She is survived by daughters Patricia Kalinowski, Donna Lux (Glen), Doris Lubojacky, Kathleen Kovar, Debra Alvarez (Antonio), and sons Ronald (Roscoe) Stastny and Richard Stastny.
Grand children Stephen Mieth, Sandy Blaschke, Sherri Miller, Russell and Amanda Lubojacky, Jamie Webster, Kelli Kalinowski, Brandon Kovar, Ashley Ray, Kristen Cernosek, Hunter, Madysen and McKenzie Stastny.
There are 16 great-grand children.
She is also survived by her brother Victor Gajewski and wife Betty, Marie Stastny, Mary Lou, Barbara, and Nancy Gajewski.
She was predeceased by her husband Frank one day prior to their 40th wedding anniversary, parents and grandchildren Nikki, Ryan, and Troy Kalinowski, and son-in-laws David Kovar and Virel Kalinowski, by her sister Clara Stastny, brothers Clem, Joe, Eugene, and Steve Gajewski. Sisters-in-law Lorease Gajewski, Stasie Mlcak, and Bernice Lamp. Brothers-in-law Cyril, Ludwig, Arnold, Alois Mlcak.
In lieu of flowers donations to St. Mary's Catholic Church, St Mary's Catholic Cemetery or Burttschell Rescue Ranch.
We greatly appreciate everyone that helped Mom the last few years, including neighbors, Mildred, Henry, Gayle, Ethel, and Ray.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/frances
Stavinoha, Annie Jane (1909-2003)
[Family] Father: Henry Smajstrla, Mother: Agnes Peterek [Cemetery] Guardian Angel Cemetery () , FG
Wallis News-Review, February 20, 2003-
Funeral Services for Annie J. Stavinoha, 93, of Wallis, were held Monday, February 17, 2003, at 10 a.m. at Guardian Angel Catholic Church in Wallis, with Father Richard Johnston officiating.
Mrs. Stavinoha passed away Saturday, February 15, at her home in Wallis.
She was born in Schulenburg on August 12, 1909, the daughter of Henry and Agnes Smajstrla, moving to Wallis when she was three years old. She attended school in Wallis, married John Stavinoha in October 1934, and raised five children, devoting her life to being a mother and housewife. In her later years, she enjoyed traveling and spending time with her grandchildren.
She is survived by her three sons, Marvin, James and his wife, Evelyn, and Gerald and his wife, Tweety, of Wallis; two daughters, Bernice of Wallis and Ellen Bordelon of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Seven grandchildren survive- Andrew Stavinoha of El Campo, Erika Bordelon Cook and husband, SSgt Jeffrey Cook, and Emily Bordelon of Albuquerque, NM, Jennifer Stavinoha of East Bernard, Jamie Stavinoha Klotz and husband, Brian Klotz, of Simonton, Tonya and Pamela Stavinoha of Wallis; as well as two great-grandchildren, Shelby Klotz and Tanner Stavinoha.
She was preceded in death by her husband; sister, Sister Mary Ellen Smajstrla; and half-sister, Sophie Smajstrla Janik.
Pallbearers were Mrs. Stavinoha's grandchildren. Honorary pallbearers were Ssgt. Jeffrey Cook and Louis Jalowy, Jr.
Funeral services were under the direction of Knesek and Sons Funeral Home in Wallis.
Stavinoha, Josephine Marie "Josie" (Machala) (1921-2012)
Maiden Name: Machala, Nickname: Josie [Family] Father: John A. Machala Sr, Mother: Frances Novosad, Spouse: Joseph Alvin "Joe" Stavinoha [Cemetery] Immaculate Conception Cemetery (Sealy) () , FG
Josephine Marie Machala was born on November 29, 1921 in Sealy to parents, John and Frances Novosad Machala. She was raised in Sealy and attended Immaculate Conception Catholic School. She married Joe L. Stavinoha in Sealy on October 19, 1942 and was a homemaker all her life. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sealy, KJZT and the Altar Society.
Survivors include her daughters, Leona Buchala and husband, Clem, of Sealy, Irene McAlexander and husband, William, of Sealy, Loretta Hughes of Spring; and daughter-in-law, Jo Ann Stavinoha Dietz of Kingsville; sons, Larry Stavinoha of Sealy, and Garry Stavinoha and wife, Kathy Beth, of Austin; sister, Albina Mazac of Sealy; grandchildren, Joseph and wife, Tammy Hughes, Robert and wife, Wendi Hughes, John Buchala, Jared and Jason Stavinoha; great grandchildren, Joseph Seth Hughes; step-great- grandchildren, Chase and Kyle Allison.
Josephine was preceded in death by her parents, John and Frances Machala; husband, Joe L. Stavinoha; granddaughter, Nancy Buchala; son-in-law, Joseph Hughes; son, Joe Stavinoha; grandson, Joseph Stavinoha; sisters, infant Frances Machala, Louise Machala, and Molly Hundl; and brothers, Vince and John Machala.
Steck, Adolph (1843-1863)
[Veteran] CWCSA, PVT, Waul's Texas Legion ()
Captured at Yazoo City on July 14, 1863.
Received at Camp Morton, IN on Aug 14, 1863.Died at Camp Morton.
Steck, Friedrich Gustave (1840-1905)
[Veteran] CWCSA, PVT, Waul's Texas Legion [Family] Spouse: Marie S. [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery (A | 89 I-3, 26 I-3)
Captured at Yazoo City on July 14, 1863.
Received at Camp Morton, IN on Aug 14, 1863.
Transferred to Fort Delaware March 19, 1864.
Steck, Marcus William, Jr. (1933-2014)
[Veteran] Korea, US Army/USAR, 1948-49/1949-55 [Family] Father: Marcus W. Steck, Mother: Norma Schroeder, Spouse: Jenna Jackson [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery (D)
Bellville Times
Funeral Services for Marcus W. Steck, Jr., 80, of Bellville held from Knesek Bros. Hwy 36 Chapel, 1140 Meyer St. Sealy, Texas 77474 at 2 pm Wednesday, May 28, 2014 with Rev. Larry Beck officiating.
Interment in the Sealy Cemetery. Visitation on Wednesday, May 28 from 1-00 pm until Service Time. Knesek Bros. Hwy 36 Chapel.
Marcus was born in Sealy on Oct. 12, 1933 and passed away on May 22, 2014 in Brookshire.
Marcus William Steck, Jr. was born to parents Marcus W. Steck and Norma Schroeder Steck. He was raised in Bellville and attended Bellville Schools.
On May 6, 1972 he married the former Miss Jenna Jackson.
Mr. Steck served our country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean conflict. He worked for many years for General Electric as a Machinist Fabricator before his retirement. Marcus was a member of Advent Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his daughter, Melissa Anne Steck of Sealy, son, Jody William Steck and wife Lupita of Houston, step-daughter, Edie Harlow of Tomball, brother, Dean Steck of Bellville, grandchildren, Victoria Lissette Steck, Candice Fotsch and Stephen Netusil.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Marcus and Norma Steck, wife, Jenna Steck, brothers, Eugene, Billy, Earl and Hover Steck.
Knesek Funeral Home in Sealy in charge of arrangements- www.knesekfuneralhome.com and at www.facebook.com/knesekfuneralhome
Posted by Joy Neely
Steck, Ruth Mardell (Hueske) (1931-2024)
Maiden Name: Hueske ()
Ruth Mardell Hueske Steck, age 92, of Bellville, was called to her Heavenly Home on Thursday, January 11, 2024, in Brenham.
Ruth was born July 15, 1931, in Brenham to Fred and Rosena Lehrmann Hueske. She attended school in Brenham for 5 1/2 years, graduating from Bellville High School in 1949. She was baptized at Zionsville Lutheran Church and confirmed at St. John's Lutheran Church in Bellville.
On May 11, 1950, she was united in marriage to William C. “Billy†Steck at St. John's Lutheran Church and welcomed a daughter, Christie, in August of 1952.
Ruth was employed with Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. after marriage and for a short time lived in Bryan While Billy played semi-pro baseball before making their home in Bellville. She was employed by Citizens State Bank in Sealy for over 20 years in the bookkeeping department.
As a member of St. John's, she served as a Sunday School and Vacation Bible School teacher. She sang in the choir as a child and later in the adult choir. In later years she helped with Little Lutherans and Shooting Stars.
Ruth was a member of the Bellville Beatification Foundation and an active in the Bellville Golf and Recreation Club. She was an excellent golfer, once hitting a hole-in-one. She rarely had spare time. Preferring to be busy. Outside was her favorite place to be, taking care of the yard…even still mowing at 83. Christie mowed the hump while she mowed the flat part. She said if she could walk with a walker she could walk behind a mower! Ruth was a homemaker, took care of her garden and canning. She was a seamstress and could sew anything from sewing doll clothes for Christie's Barbie dolls to dresses, to coats, to prom dresses.
Ruth is survived by her daughter Christie Whitesides of Bellville, grandchildren- Misty Whitesides of Austin and grandson; Ryan Whitesides of Leander, great-Grandchildren Layla Whitesides and Ethan Whitesides, along with numerous nephews and nieces.
She is preceded in death by her husband Billy; parents; Fred and Rosena Huesek, sister; Bernice Marek, and an infant sister Charlene, brother; Eugene Huesek, nephew; Dr. James H. Marek. Also preceding her in death were six brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law, father and mother-in-law, former Sheriff Marcus and Norma Schroeder Steck.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/ruth-steck
Steglich, Hazel Ruth (Goebel) (1923-2014)
Maiden Name: Goebel [Family] Father: Oscar Goebel, Mother: Roxey Albert, Spouse: Monroe Steglich ()
Bellville Times
Hazel Ruth Steglich, 90, of Paige, Texas, passed away March 17 in Regent Care Center of The Woodlands. She was born in Millheim, Texas, Oct. 9, 1923.
Hazel graduated from Sealy High School in 1941.
She is preceded in death by her husband Monroe Steglich, parents Oscar and Roxey Albert Goebel, son-in-law John Huntsman, grandson Jason Huntsman and brother Sydney Goebel.
Survivors are children Nancy Tripp an husband Mike of Santa Fe, Texas, Sandra Huntsman of Simpsonville, S.C., Marshall Steglich and wife Doreen of The Woodlands and sister Nettie Swearingen of Sealy, seven grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Serbin on Friday, March 21, at 10 a.m.
Posted by Joy Neely
Steinbach, Carrie Jeanette (Garling) (1936-2024)
Maiden Name: Garling [Family] Father: John Garling, Mother: Alice Mettke, Spouse: Edgar Steinbach [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery ()
Carrie Jeanette (Garling) Steinbach passed away peacefully early Sunday morning, September 8, 2024, in Sealy, Texas at the age of 88 years. Carrie was born in Bellville on April 18, 1936, to parents John Garling and Alice (Mettke) Garling. Carrie’s family lived in the Peter’s Community between Bellville and Sealy Texas where she attended school until 2nd grade and then completed her schooling in Bellville. Carrie met Edgar Steinbach at her first job Mr. Pats. They dated until he was drafted into the Marine Corps and was sent to Korea. Upon his return, they were married on January 23, 1954, and were happy for 55 years.
Carrie was baptized and confirmed member of St. John Lutheran Church of Bellville, TX, and also attended the United Methodist Church. When Carrie moved to Sealy after Edgar’s death, she moved her membership to Trinity Lutheran Church where she attended with her daughter and family.
Carrie was a member of the Bellville Fire Department Women’s Auxiliary. During the initial initiation, she and other new members were sent on a scavenger hunt around town. As part of the initiation, they were arrested and taken to jail where their husbands had to bail them out. Carrie and Edgar also were members of the pumper racer teams. They traveled to many towns to race against other department teams. Carrie and Edgar were members of a square dance group called the Bluebonnet Swingers. They both loved to dance and enjoyed traveling to different towns to dance with the club. Carrie was also a member of the American Legion in Bellville.
Carrie loved to work and enjoyed the people she worked for and with. Her first job was a car hop at Mr. Pat’s. She held many jobs in her life including working at Cameron’s 5 and Dime, Paul’s Pharmacy, Gross Studio, Superior Furniture Factory, and Bellville Meat Market, she spent the bulk of her life as a cafeteria worker and manager at Bellville ISD.
Carrie loved to bake bread, canned foods, and make jelly from dewberries but she especially loved it when her son John went hunting or fishing. She helped him process his deer, doves, and fish and then made an excellent meal with the meat. Her walls were decorated with the heads of many trophies.
When Carrie wasn’t working or cooking she loved to read and travel. She attended many Astro’s games with her granddaughter Devon. She even traveled to Globe Life Field to watch the Astros play the Rangers and to Tampa Bay Florida to watch the Rays vs the Astros. At the age of 85 she took her first trip to Walt Disney World in Florida with her grandson John. She rode roller coasters yelling and waving her hands in the air! She traveled to Germany, Switzerland, and Italy with her grandson Dennis. He helped her to manage the climb up to Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany and Mt. Pilatus in Switzerland. Her travels took her as far north as Canada, west to California, and east to Maine on Senior bus trips. Her last trip was with her daughter on a short jaunt up I-10 to K.Spoetzl Brewery. She especially loved the free Shiner beer sample at the end of the tour.
Above all in her long life, she loved her Lord and her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and her grand dogs as well.
Carrie is survived by her daughter Rebecca Tipton and husband Dennis, her son John Steinbach, and wife Deborah. Grandchildren Devon Tipton and husband Eugend Eckert, Dennis Brack Tipton II and wife Tabitha, and John Tipton. Great-grandchildren Willow Eckert and Marty Tipton and many nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her husband Edgar Steinbach, her daughter Coletta Steinbach, parents John and Alice Garling, sister Alberta Grawunder, brothers Allen and John Garling, niece Michelle Garling Kingsberry and niece Debra Garling Sandell.
Donations can be made to Trinity Lutheran Church Preschool or Acara Hospice.
https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/carrie-steinbach
Stepan, Ruby Virginia (Stefka) (1927-2014)
Maiden Name: Stefka [Family] Father: Delphine Stefka, Mother: Vlasta Holik, Spouse: Raymond J. Stepan ()
Bellville Times
Ruby Virginia (Stefka) Stepan, 86, of Yoakum, Texas, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2014, in a Shiner, Texas nursing facility.
Ruby was born November 17, 1927, in Hempstead, Texas, the daughter of Delphine and Vlasta (Holik) Stefka. She grew up in Hempstead and attended school in Monaville. After graduating from Monaville High School, she attended business school in Houston.
Ruby married Raymond J. Stepan on June 16, 1946, at the Nelsonville Brethren Church in Nelsonville, Texas. During her working years, Ruby was employed as an office stenographer. She enjoyed picking pecans, cooking, baking and helping her husband with the cattle.
Ruby is survived by her husband Raymond Joe Stepan of Yoakum; daughter Mary Jane Alexander and her husband, Richard, also of Yoakum; grandchildren Ricky Alexander and Ryan Alexander; great grandchildren Braden Alexander and Trace Alexander; sister Opal Trent of Hempstead; and many other dear friends and relatives. Ruby was preceded in death by her parents, her son, Ashley Bill, daughter, Donna Rae, and her brother, John Del Stefka.
Family received friends from 4-30-6 p.m.., Sunday, October 19, 2014, at the Schmidt Funeral Home in Bellville. Funeral Service was held at 1-00 P.M., Monday, October 20, 2014, at the Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Michael Groseclose officiating. Interment followed in the Wesley Cemetery. Pallbearers were Rick Alexander, Ricky Alexander, Ryan Alexander, Lee Hartman, Garrett Hartman and Daniel Stepan.
Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to either the Nelsonville Brethren Church or the Wesley Brethren Church, 302 Nelsonville Church Road, Bellville, TX 77418.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Schmidt Funeral Home 12029 Hwy. 36 S., P.O. Box 610, Bellville, TX 77418 - (979) 865-2424 - www.schmidtfunerals.com
Posted by Bruce White
Stepczyk, Hattie Marie (Hranicky) (1934-2021)
Maiden Name: Hranicky [Family] Father: Lidge W Hranicky, Mother: Martha Kocurek, Spouse: Robert John Stepczyk [Cemetery] Guardian Angel Cemetery () , FG
Hattie Stepczyk, 86, of Pasadena, Texas, passed away on Feb 21, 2021. She was a daughter, sister, wife, aunt, mother, and grandmother. She will be missed dearly.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Martha & Lidge Hranicky, and husband, Robert Stepczyk.
Hattie graduated from the University of Texas with a degree in Education and was a lifelong educator starting in Galena Park as a Home Economics teacher and finishing as a professor at San Jacinto College. She loved to cook and was known by many as "Aunt Cookie". She was also known to kick up her heels and dance away to any Czech/Polka song.
Hattie is survived by son, John (Pam); and son, David and family; numerous grandchildren, including Mellissa (Brad) and Alec; as well as many nieces, nephews; and her sister, Charlene Marek.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 27, 2021, from 9-00 AM - 10-00 AM at Knesek and Sons Funeral Home, 122 N. First Street, Wallis, Texas, followed by a funeral mass at 10-00 AM. Burial will be in Guardian Angel Catholic Cemetery. Due to Covid restrictions, masks and social distancing will be required.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Hattie's name to the charity of your choice.
Stepczyk, Robert John (1934-2015)
[Veteran] _ [Family] Father: Frank John Stepczyk, Mother: Mary Adeline “Nana” Kneeland, Spouse: Hattie Marie Hranicky [Cemetery] Guardian Angel Cemetery () , FG
Robert J. Stepczyk "Bob", age 81, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 11, 2015. He was born on February 3, 1934 in Winthrop, MA.
He served in the U.S. Army and worked many years as a safety engineer at Todd Shipyards and Aetna Casualty & Surety where he was a member of American Society of Safety engineers. He enjoyed Ham Radio, call sign W5WVY, and was a member of the Amateur Radio Relay League.
His father, Col. Frank M. Stepczyk and mother, Mary A. Stepczyk, preceded him in death. His loving wife of 55 years, Hattie M. Stepczyk, sons John F. Stepczyk and wife Pam, and David C. Stepczyk and wife Deena survive him. He had 6 grandchildren, Michael Pregeant, Matthew Pregeant, Mellissa Stepczyk, Alec Stepczyk, Evan Stepczyk, and Connor Stepczyk. His brother, Frank Stepczyk and wife Mona, and his sister, Carol Thorpe, also survive him.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at Guardian Angel Catholic Church in Wallis, Texas. Visitation will be at 11-00am followed by Mass at 12-00. Pallbearers include Alec Stepczyk, Michael Pregeant, Matthew Pregeant, Joe Marek, Frank Marek and Gary Thorpe. Honorary Pallbearers are Evan Stepczyk and Connor Stepczyk. Graveside services will follow with a reception at the parish hall.
Stern, Carl Gustav (1809-1879)
[Family] Spouse: Henrietta Dorothea Kauschert [Cemetery] Saint James Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery () , FG [COD] Heart attack
Death of an Old Citizen.
Mr. C. G. Sterns, who lived seven miles southwest of Brenham, and near the Austin county line, died very suddenly at 8:30 P.M. on Friday at his home. He was about sixty years of age. Mr. S. was a German by birth, but had been a citizen of this county for about thirty years. He was an honest, upright and industrious farmer who was highly respected by his neighbors. Mr. Sterns, although apparently as healthy a man as could be found, was afflicted with heart disease and was frequently heard to say that he might drop off at any time. On the evening of his death he was in his apparent usual robust health and was playing with one of his grandchildren; he asked for a glass of water, but before it could be brought fell to the floor and expired. he leaves several grown children and a number of grand children. A good man has gone to his reward.
Sternenberg, Rudolph August (-)
[Veteran] CWCSA, PVT, Waul's Texas Legion ()
Captured at Yazoo City on July 14, 1863.
Received at Camp Morton, IN on Aug 14, 1863.
Transferred for exchange Feb 26, 1865.
One source says in Wickland?s Company, but would not have been captured at Yazoo City.
Stevens, Linda (Bell) (1946-2014)
Maiden Name: Bell [Family] Father: Hollis Bell, Mother: May Freemann ()
Bellville Times
Linda Stevens, age 67 of Brenham, passed away Monday, Jan. 6, 2014. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, January 11 in Brenham Memorial Chapel with Rev. Karen Nelson officiating.
Linda was born Sept. 4, 1946 in Wartrace, TN to Hollis and May (Freemann) Bell.
Linda was a founding member of Bellville Hospital Auxiliary, managed an antique shop, a Vitamin Store and Payless shoe store. Her mentorship was with Texas A&M students who were involved with Hospice Care education.
Linda was preceded in death by her Parents as well as her sister Polly and brother Maurice.
Loving family includes her sons Billy Stevens (wife Staci) of Argyle, Craig Stevens (wife Sandy) of Katy and Richard Stevens of Austin; 4 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; brother Tommy Bell of Lufkin; brother Larry Bell of Anderson and sister Janice of Rosebud.
Memorials may be directed to Hospice Brazos Valley.
Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer St., Brenham. 979.836.3611 or leave condolences at www.brenhammemorialchapel.com
Posted by Joy Neely
Stewart, Nettie Ruth (Gaft) (1900-2014)
Maiden Name: Gaft [Family] Father: George Graf, Mother: Lydia Grabow, Spouse: James H. Stewart ()
Bellville Times
Nettie Ruth Gaft Stewart was born in Simonton, Aug. 9, l918, to George and Lydia (Grabow) Graf. She had one younger sister, Bernice Ida Graf.
When Nettie Ruth was about five years old, the family moved to Orchard where her father had purchased land and farmed to support his family. She remained a resident of Orchard her entire life.
Nettie Ruth attended school at Orchard and loved going to school. When it rained, and she couldn't walk the two miles to school, she insisted that her father saddle old King, the horse, and take her to school. She was a very competitive student and did well in class work as well as on the volleyball team.
She married James H. Stewart on Aug. 3, 1935 when she was 17-years-old. James was a farmer-rancher and Nettie Ruth was a homemaker, although she had several part time jobs. One as a bookkeeper at the Orchard Coop during cotton growing season. She also worked a short time at Texas Instruments in Houston .
James and Nettie Ruth were blessed with two daughters, Doris and Joyce.
Nettie Ruth was a lifelong member of the Orchard United Methodist Church and the Methodist Women's group. She held many offices in the church and did much work to support it.
Posted by Joy Neely
