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Timoteo "Tim" Moreno - January 24, 1949 - May 01, 2024

Departed: 05/01/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Timoteo “Tim” Moreno, aged 75, from Houston, Texas, sadly passed away due to heart failure on May 1, 2024, in Houston, Texas.

Born to Reyes Moreno and Felipa Fonseca Moreno on January 24, 1949, in El Campo, Texas, Tim was a man of simplicity. He was a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather and a cherished friend to all who had the privilege of knowing him. As a dependable foreman, he dedicated over four decades of his life to Merek Brothers in Houston, Texas.

Tim’s expression of love was through quality time. He was always there for you, regardless of the hour, and a simple phone call or visit from loved ones was all it took to brighten his day.

He had a deep appreciation for his vinyl collection and never missed an opportunity to share his passion for music. His hobby was hunting for classic gems to add to his collection.

Above all, his motivation and joy in life were his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Tim is survived by his daughters Erma Barrera, Carolyn Leal, Yolanda and her husband Mark Contreras; sons Frankie Moreno and wife Mary, Lorenzo Moreno, Roland and his wife Natashia Moreno; sisters Felica Alaniz, Rose Mata, and Esperanza Moreno; brothers Paul Moreno, Epifanio Gonzalez, Johnny Moreno, and Guadalupe Moreno; and grandchildren Omar Jr. Garcia, Katrina Garcia, Camielia Cantu, Ophelia Leal, Desiree Contreras, Elizabeth Gant, Jimmy Contreras, Juan Jr. Leal, Sebastian Moreno, Molly Contreras, Valarie Juarez, Jonathan Moreno, Juliana Riveria, Chloe Moreno, Natalee Contreras, Jaiden Moreno, and Arabella Moreno.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Maria Consuelo Moreno, and his brother Jose Moreno.

Visitation will take place on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas. The funeral service will follow at 10:00 A.M. at the same location, officiated by Deacon John Glueck.

Following the funeral service, Tim will be laid to rest at Cheetham Cemetery in Sheridan, Texas.

Pallbearers are: Roland Moreno, Mark Contreras, Omar Jr Garcia, Juan Jr Leal, Jimmy Contreras, And Dustin Gant.

Memorials may be given in Tim's name to St Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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Bernice Evanicky Warschak - March 06, 1932 - April 28, 2024

Departed: 04/28/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Bernice Evanicky Warschak, 92, of Frelsburg, Texas passed away on April 28, 2024 in Columbus, Texas. She was born on March 6, 1932 to Rudolph and Mary Noska Evanicky in Frelsburg. She grew up in Frelsburg and attended Rocky Hill, Brushy and Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic School. On November 21, 1950, she married her best friend, Delmo Warschak. Through the years, they worked together raising cattle and making hay. She worked for a short time at New Ulm Creamery and then babysat children of the community for approximately thirty years. Later, her interests turned to quilting. She made quilts for her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many friends. She was a member of the Country Quilters; a group of ladies who have enjoyed hand crafting numerous quilts for the Church and Fire Department fundraisers. She also enjoyed gardening and canning vegetables along with cooking and baking for her family and always made sure that there was plenty to eat and drink. You never left her house hungry! She was a life-long member of Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church and a member of St. Ann’s Altar Society and Hermann’s Sons.

Bernice is survived by her son, Ronald Warschak and wife, Judy of Brenham, TX; her daughters, Annette Neuendorff and husband, Kerry of Frelsburg, TX and Jeanette Machinsky and husband, Daniel of Frelsburg, TX; grandchildren, Koy Warschak and wife, Melanie of Brenham, TX, Janna Brown and husband, Taylor of Brownwood, TX, Jason Neuendorff and wife, Niki of Caldwell, TX, Lindsay May and husband, Clint of Montgomery, TX, Tiffany Orsak and fiance, Ryan Johnston of Sealy, TX, Dustin Machinsky and wife, Jamie of Columbus, TX and Traci Houston and husband, Scott of Mequon, WI; great-grandchildren, Wes and Maggie Warschak, McLane and McCall Brown, Kylie Jo, Corbin and Cooper Neuendorff, Tate May, Wyatt, Lanie and Kynlee Orsak, Quinn Machinsky, Lily and Thomas Houston. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Delmo Warschak; her parents, Rudolph and Mary Noska Evanicky; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Henry and Helen Schuette Warschak; sister, Mary Schertz; sisters and brothers-in-law, Elsie Kubecka and husband, Ludwig, Lydia Belota and husband, Clement; brothers, Eddie Evanicky and Clarence Evanicky; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Clarence and Viola Warschak; nephews, Lawrence Kubecka and Erwin Belota.

Parish Prayer Service and Rosary will be held on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Frelsburg, Texas with Rev. Robert E. (Bob) Knippenberg officiating. A Parish Rosary will be held on Thursday at 9:30 AM.

Burial will take place in Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Cemetery in Frelsburg, Texas. Pallbearers are Koy Warschak, Taylor Brown, Jason Neuendorff, Clint May, Dustin Machinsky, Scott Houston, and Ryan Johnston.

Honorary pallbearers are Melanie Warschak, Janna Brown, Niki Neuendorff, Lindsay May, Tiffany Orsak, Jamie Machinsky and Traci Houston.

Memorials are suggested to Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 1031 Church Lane, New Ulm, TX 78950 or Frelsburg Volunteer Fire Department, 2319 FM 1291, New Ulm, TX 78950.

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Mary Anna Edmiston - September 05, 1956 - April 18, 2024

Departed: 04/18/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Mary Anna Edmiston of Houston, Texas passed away at her home on April 18, 2024 after a long illness. Mary was born in San Angelo, Texas on September 5, 1956 and was the daughter of the late James Arthur Edmiston, Jr and the late Fahimah Nammar Edmiston.

Mary graduated high school from San Angelo Central High School in 1974 where she excelled in Academics and Band. Upon graduation she went to the University of Texas at Austin where she made the Longhorn Marching Band as a freshman. She later graduated from the University of Texas with a B.S. in Petroleum Engineering.

Upon graduation from college, she went to work for Mobil Oil Company and then later Dowell Schlumberger. For the past 25+ years she worked as an Independent Consultant in the Process Engineering field until her health began to fail over the past few years. She became known to her friends and neighbors as an excellent tutor and mentor in Math, Science and Music to any teens that needed help or showed an interest.

She is survived by two brothers; James Arthur Edmiston III of Columbus, Texas and wife Rebecca “Becca” Edmiston and Michael David Edmiston of Corpus Christi, Texas. She is also survived by her three nieces; Kathleen Elizabeth ”Katie” Edmiston and Madalene Grace Edmiston of Columbus and Brittany Dawn Edmiston of Lubbock, Texas.

A graveside service will be held at St. Roch Catholic Church Cemetery in Mentz, Texas and will be officiated by Deacon Andy Nunmaker on Monday, April 29, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements are being managed by Henneke Funeral Home, Columbus, Texas.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers a donation to the charity of your choice be considered.

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Mary Ann Kaluza - November 07, 1949 - April 15, 2024

Departed: 04/15/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Mary Ann Kaluza, 74, of Eagle Lake, Texas, passed away on April 15, 2024, in her hometown of Eagle Lake. She was born on November 7, 1949, to Miles Charles and Mary Victoria (Jochetz) Theuman in Eagle Lake. In 1967, she married Johnnie Kaluza of East Bernard, and they were married for 37 years until his passing in 2005.

Mary Ann was proud of her career as a property and auto insurance agent serving the local community. For several years she worked for Robert Griffith Insurance Agency in Eagle Lake and later became Eagle Lake Branch Manager for Baumgart Agency. After a 50 year career, she retired in 2021 at age 72 to enjoy the extra time with family and friends. Many people in Eagle Lake fondly thought of her as ‘their insurance lady’.

Mary Ann had an inherent love for the City of Eagle Lake where she was very active in the community and passionate about volunteering. She never hesitated to give her time and talents to the many Eagle Lake organizations she belonged to including Downtown Association, Friends of the Library, Garden Guild, Preservation Association, and Revitalize Eagle Lake. She served as Secretary in several of them, and some of her friends often referred to her as ‘the Secretary of Eagle Lake’. Mary Ann was very religious with a strong Catholic faith. She was a member of Parish of the Nativity Catholic Church in Eagle Lake and the Catholic Daughters.

Mary Ann loved to travel with family and friends. Some of her most memorable vacations were to Hawaii, Europe, San Diego, Disney World, New Orleans, a bus tour through the Northeastern United States in the Fall to see the change in season, beach trips to Port Aransas, and her final journey, an Alaskan cruise. Over the years, she traveled to San Antonio and Katy to support her grandsons at their school and sporting events.

Mary Ann enjoyed time with good friends playing Bunco and Canasta. On Super Bowl Sunday she often hosted a party to play Bunco and watch the football game. Mary Ann had a special group of ‘Theater Friends’ who she had a fun time with going to dinner followed by a play.

Mary Ann is survived by her daughter Susan Kaluza Gertson and husband Andy of San Antonio; son John Kaluza and wife Jessica of Katy; sister Theresa Theuman Laughlin and husband Joe of Lake Jackson; grandsons Drew Gertson, Tyler Gertson, John Allen Kaluza, and Michael Kaluza; sisters-in-law Adette Kovar and husband Jim of East Bernard and Mona Hagendorf and husband Barry of San Antonio; and many nieces and nephews.

Mary Ann was preceded in death by her husband Johnnie Kaluza and her parents Miles and Mary Theuman.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 22, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas. A Catholic Daughter Rosary will follow at 7:00 PM.

Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Parish of the Nativity Catholic Church in Eagle Lake with Fr. Robert Guerra officiating. Visitation at church will be from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Burial will take place at Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake.

Pallbearers are her grandsons Drew Gertson, Tyler Gertson, John Allen Kaluza, and Michael Kaluza; and nephews Chad Kovar, Nate Kovar, Nick Hagendorf, and Clay Hagendorf.

Memorials may be given in her name to the Catholic Daughters of Eagle Lake or Parish of the Nativity Catholic Church, P.O. Box 307, Eagle Lake, TX 77434. The family would also be honored to have masses dedicated in her name at Parish of the Nativity Catholic Church or Holy Cross Catholic Church in East Bernard.

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Shirley Girndt Petrosky - October 09, 1935 - April 11, 2024

Departed: 04/11/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Shirley Marie Girndt Petrosky, 88, of Columbus, Texas, passed away on April 11, 2024 in Columbus.

She was born on October 9, 1935, to Alfred Girndt and Annie (Groda) Girndt in Columbus, Texas. On June 25, 1955, she married Walter William Petrosky.

Shirley worked for Dairy Cone, retiring after more than 35 years. Many people in Columbus knew her as Ms. Shirley because of her work at the Dairy Cone and once she was recognized in Honolulu airport as “the lady who works at the Dairy Cone”.

She was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and the Columbus Community Hospital Auxiliary. Volunteering with the “Pink Ladies” was a highlight of her week in her later years.

Shirley enjoyed traveling and even though her first plane ride was when she was 60 years old, she traveled to Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, and many different US States including Hawaii. Shirley enjoyed her potted plants, Avon, and Estee Lauder. Her ever-present pink lipstick was a requirement, and she was not ready to go anywhere until she had applied that pink lipstick. She possessed a wealth of knowledge in identifying different flowers. She was a great Easter basket maker, filling her grandchildren’s baskets until they were overflowing with flowers, eggs, and candy. Above all, she enjoyed time spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Shirley is survived by her sons Gregory Petrosky and wife Debbie, Dennis Petrosky and wife Rhonda, and James Petrosky and wife Starlette; grandchildren Simone Petrosky Belota and husband Matthew, Reed Petrosky and wife Emily, and Sean Petrosky; great-grandchildren Felicity, Theodore, Theron, and Barrett Alfred Belota (due in July).

She was preceded in death by husband Walter William Petrosky; parents Alfred and Annie Girndt; sister Aleen Girndt Hanak and husband Joe.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas. A parish prayer service and rosary will follow at 7:00 PM.

Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at 10:00 AM at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Columbus, Texas. Fr. James Dvorak will be officiating. Visitation at church will be from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Burial will take place in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Columbus, Texas.

Pallbearers are Matthew Belota, Reed Petrosky, Sean Petrosky, Joe Hanak, Chad Girndt, and Albin Woytek. Honorary pallbearers are Roque Castillo and Virgil Thompson.

Memorials may be given to St. Anthony Catholic Church, P.O. Box 669, Columbus, TX 78934 or MD Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, TX 77210-4486.

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Berry Lou Stech - February 09, 1930 - April 08, 2024

Departed: 04/08/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: We mourn the loss and celebrate the life of Berry Lou Stech of Weimar, who passed away on April 8, 2024, at the age of 94. Born on February 9, 1930, in Holman, Berry Lou was the daughter of Gertrude (Trefny) Brandt and George Brandt, Jr.

Berry Lou held many talents and passions.

From her days as a volleyball player and spirited twirler in her high school band to her dedicated service as the secretary at Herder Lumber Yard, and the cattle and dairy business she ran with her late husband, she approached every endeavor with grace and determination.

Throughout her life, she was an active member in multiple organizations, including the Weimar Garden Club, Pink Ladies, Literary Guild and Weimar ISD’s PTA. She enjoyed singing in the church choir and served in various positions in the church organizations. She found joy in nurturing others, whether it was cooking, baking, making homemade ice cream or simply being a loving mother, grandmother, neighbor and friend.

Her hands were never idle. Berry Lou found joy in cooking, dancing, gardening, and needlepoint. Her kitchen was a hub of creativity and warmth, where she meticulously kept recipe books adorned with thank you notes, and where she crafted memorable dinner parties and meals for family and friends. She was also a master of repurposing and saving all things, a natural fashionista and a skilled seamstress.

She found beauty and purpose in every aspect of life.

Berry Lou is survived by her daughters, Joan Eckles and her husband, Ralph of Hilton Head, South Carolina/Weimar, and Terri Kubinski and husband, Mike of Weimar; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; her sister Virginia Ulrich and her brother George (Vera) Brandt III, her sister-in-law Lornette Schoeneberg and brother-in-law Curby (Melva) Stech.

She is also remembered by her honorary sons, Carl and Chad Kloesel, who supported her late husband on the Stech Family farm.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Leonard Stech, whom she married in 1950 at the age of 20, and one sister, Ore Nell Frerichs.

Berry Lou Stech leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness and unwavering dedication to her community. Her generous heart and infectious smile touched all who knew her.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 11, 2024 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas.

Funeral Service will be held on Friday, April 12, 2024 at 10:00 am at Weimar United Church in Weimar, Texas, with Pastor Jimmy Watson officiating. Visitation at church will be from 9:00 am – 10:00 am.

Burial will take place in Weimar Masonic Cemetery in Weimar, Texas.

Memorials may be given to Weimar United Church, 403 West Main Street, Weimar, TX 78962, Hospice Brazos Valley, 1048 N. Jefferson, La Grange, TX 78945 or the charity of your choice.

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Kimberly Willbern - July 30, 1972 - April 05, 2024

Departed: 04/05/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Kimberly Willbern, 51, of Columbus, Texas passed away on April 5, 2024 at home with her husband by her side. She was born on July 30, 1972 to Robert and Yolanda Williams in Houston, Texas. On May 14, 1999 she married Tadd Allen Willbern.

Kimberly worked as a field manager at AT&T for 18 years. She valued hard work and personal relationships, and that showed between her time there and her start in the bar and restaurant industry.

Kimberly was well known for her infectious smile and cheerful attitude. It was always her goal to make those around her feel special. Some of her hobbies included gardening, camping (or glamping), watching the Astros, canning pickles, and reading. Her favorite place was the beach, especially Galveston, where many of her best memories were made.

Often times, you could also find Kimberly playing solitaire, on her porch, listening to Jimmy Buffett, grocery shopping at H-E-B, or wrapping up her day with a buggy ride alongside her family and beloved dogs. It was also no secret that she loved hosting holidays, as spending time with family and friends was her most favorite pastime of all.

To say Kimberly was a devoted wife, wonderful mother, loving grandmother (Lovey), caring daughter, loyal sister, dependable friend, or valuable employee would be an understatement. There was not a single role in life she couldn’t exceedingly fulfill.

Kimberly is survived by: her husband of 24 years, Tadd Willbern of Columbus, TX; daughters, Morgan Willbern of Columbus, TX, Kaitlyn Willbern of Garwood, TX and Karlie Willbern of Chicago, IL; son, David Michalak II and wife Danielle of Brookshire, TX; sisters, Tracy Williams of Romayor, TX and Krystal Laguna of Houston, TX; brother, Robert Williams, Jr. of Romayor, TX; grandchild, Rhett Michalak; and step-father, James Bryan of Romayor, TX.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Yolanda Williams.

Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas with Lane Rogers officiating. Visitation will be at Henneke Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and Thursday, April 11, 2024 from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM preceding the service.

Burial will take place in Brune Cemetery in Shaws Bend, Texas.

Pallbearers are Brian Michalak, Josh Williams, Tre Williams, Wesley Purczinsky, Jason Wleczyk, and Drew Leopold. Honorary Pallbearers are Clement Belota, David Michalak, and Noah Salazar.

Memorials may be made to your charity of choice.

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Joyce M. (Wostarek) Shupak - March 12, 1949 - April 04, 2024

Departed: 04/04/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Joyce Marie (Wostarek) Shupak of Frelsburg, Texas, passed away on April 4, 2024. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.

Joyce was born on March 12, 1949 in Sealy, Texas to Justin and Cora Wostarek. On April 4, 1971 she married the love of her life, Johnnie Shupak, Jr. Together they raised five children.

Joyce worked at Heinshohn’s Store in Frelsburg and the local drugstore in Columbus for several years. She then became a cook at The Falls running the golf course snack bar between the ninth and tenth hole where she met many famous people and had autographs that she was very proud of. She took pride in serving the BEST chicken salad sandwiches and yummiest burgers around. After she retired from the Falls, she and Johnnie opened up their own business, J&J Pavilion in New Ulm, where they made more friends that became family. They catered many events together, entered BBQ cook-offs, and worked with her brother to provide meals to the senior families in the area.

Joyce loved knitting, crocheting, dancing to polka and old country music, baking, and playing bunco with friends. Joyce crocheted each one of her children a special blanket and continued the tradition of gifting a handmade blanket for each grandchild upon their graduation or 18th birthday. One of the fondest memories is that she would call you at the crack of dawn to sing you Happy Birthday over the phone and sometimes it would be in the middle of your workday, but she wanted to make sure each birthday for each person felt special. If for some reason you didn’t answer, she would sing her message on the answering machine or voicemail.

She crocheted blankets for Texas Children’s Hospital, and was in the process of making handheld pouches that would hold a “miraculous medal” for cancer patients that were receiving chemotherapy and was making blankets for those individuals as well. She was well known for her homemade noodles and kolaches and always had special orders anytime she was making a batch; and everyone loved the coleslaw she made for the church fish fries. She enjoyed having BBQs and fish fries with her family and friends.

She attended many church retreats and loved making baked goods for church picnics. She volunteered at most local events including church and volunteer fire department functions. She also volunteered at the Columbus Food Pantry.

Joyce was a devout member of the Catholic Church and her Catholic faith was immeasurable. She and Johnnie raised their family accordingly.

Those fortunate enough to have known Joyce, recognized her gentle heart, pure kindness and deep love for her family and friends.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Justin and Cora (Buxkemper) Wostarek; son, Charles John Shupak; sister, Elizabeth Klausmeyer (Arnold); brothers, Allen Wostarek and Karl Jeffry Wostarek; in-laws, Johnnie and Emily Shupak, Sr.; brothers in-law, Jerry Shupak, Sr., Robert Shupak, and Donald Shupak.

She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Johnnie Shupak; sons, Chris (Anna) Shupak and David (Emily) Shupak; daughters, Anna (Charlie) Krueger and Theresa Shupak; brothers, Joe (Cathy) Wostarek, Michael (Dorothy) Wostarek, Monroe Wostarek, Justin Wostarek, and Thomas (Amy) Wostarek; sisters, Darlene (Billie) Hinze, Mary (Ronnie) Luedke, Adeline (DeWayne) Dvorak, and Lisa (Mike) Moeller; brother in-law, James (Shirley) Shupak; sisters in-law, Patsy (Andy) Eckermann, Joyce (Jack) Schmidt; ten grandchildren, four great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at Henneke Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 from 5:00-7:00 P.M. with parish rosary to follow at 7:00 P.M. Visitation will also be held at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Frelsburg on Wednesday, April 10, from 9:00-10:00 A.M. with rosary at 9:30 A.M.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Frelsburg, with burial in the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Cemetery.

Pallbearers are nephews, Jason Klausmeyer, Tyler Moeller, Kevin Dvorak, Daniel Dvorak, Ron Luedke, Jeff Hinze, Jason Schmidt, and Jackie Schmidt. Honorary pallbearers are her ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Memorials may be given to Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 1031 Church Lane, New Ulm, TX 78950 or Texas Children’s Hospital, Office of Philanthropy, Suite 6226, P.O. Box 300630, Houston, TX 77230-0630.

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Doris Mae Mettke Horndt - July 11, 1928 - March 30, 2024

Departed: 03/30/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Doris Mae Horndt was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, and friend. She left this world suddenly on March 30, 2024 at the age of 95 at Columbus Oaks Skilled Nursing.

Doris was born July 11, 1928 in Bellville, Texas to John T. and Alma Mettke. Her parents moved to Glidden and after graduating from high school, Doris met Harry Horndt of Columbus. Little did she know that Harry, who had a car, ended up being the love of her life. They were married December 15, 1946 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Columbus. Doris was a homemaker when Grady, Glenn and Gregg were small. In the summer she would taxi the 3 boys to little league practice and games, sometimes helping in the concession stand. Later Doris became an Avon Sales Representative and afterwards was employed by the West Pharmacy of Columbus which became Voelkels Pharmacy. After she left Voelkels Pharmacy, she went to work for Gwen Kahlich at the Vintage Shop until retirement. Harry would continue to work as a long hauler in which she would sometimes join him. She loved meeting and talking to people, she never met a stranger.

Doris and Harry loved to go camping in their travel trailer with their friends covering 48 states, the furthest being Alaska. Lake Somerville was their favorite place to camp with their relatives and friends and they thoroughly enjoyed playing dominoes.

Doris had a deep religious passion which was shown by teaching Sunday School lessons at St. Paul Lutheran Church for 35 years. She was also a lifelong Ladies Circle member.

Doris is preceded in death by her parents JT and Alma Mettke; husband Harry Horndt; brothers John Weldon Mettke and Wilbert Lee Mettke and sister Loretta Mettke Sample.

Doris is survived by her sons Grady Horndt and wife Alice of Lexington, Virginia; Glenn Horndt and wife Elena of Columbus; Gregg Horndt and Kathy Harris of Livingston, Texas; grandchildren Cheri and husband Frank Tello of Columbus; Christi and husband Erickson Rosario of Cypress; Chris Horndt and wife Kristine of Mukileto, Washington; and Christal Eggers of Waukesha, Wisconsin; great-grandchildren Caleb, Cody, Chloe, and Cayden Tello, Tristan Espitia, Elijah Horndt, Dezarey and Derius Rosario, and Farrah Eggers; great-great grandchild Jack Fox of League City and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation will be Monday, April 8, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Henneke Funeral Home, 1515 Montezuma St., Columbus, Texas. Visitation at church will be Tuesday, April 9, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Funeral service will be Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 10:00 AM at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 201 Veterans Dr., Columbus, Texas with Pastor Alan Kethan officiating.

Interment will follow at Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery in Columbus. A reception will follow at St. Paul Lutheran Church Lighthouse to celebrate Doris Horndt’s life.

Serving as pallbearers are Caleb Tello, Cody Tello, Cayden Tello, Tristan Espitia, Elijah Horndt and Derius Rosario.

The family would like to thank Pastor Alan Kethan, all of the people that volunteered to serve at the reception, Columbus Oaks Assisted Living and Columbus Oaks Skilled Nursing who helped care for Doris. She will truly be missed.

Memorials may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 267, Columbus, TX 78934.

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Ervin Adolph Mieth, Jr. - September 10, 1944 - March 29, 2024

Departed: 03/29/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Ervin Adolph Mieth, Jr. was born on September 10, 1944 in La Grange, Texas to Ervin Adolph Mieth, Sr. and Lola Hildegard Schweke Mieth. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church in New Ulm. Ervin attended the first six grades in New Ulm Public School, graduated from Columbus High School, and then attended Blinn College and Texas A&M University, where he graduated with a degree in marketing.

After college he met the love of his life, Mary Lou Schaare. They married on June 1, 1975 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sealy. They had two children, Joshua Adam Mieth and Sarah Amanda Kuehl. Ervin worked many years in finance. He spent 17 years at Colorado County Savings and Loan in Columbus as a lender and at Industry State Bank for his final 21 working years, where he was president upon his retirement.

Besides family, church and baseball were the important things in Ervin’s life. He was involved in the St. John Lutheran Church in New Ulm serving on the church council four different times as needed. He helped as needed from ushering as needed to helping make church decisions that touched other lives. Baseball was his other passion. He managed Little League in Industry for 6 years and played fastpitch and slowpitch in Fayetteville, Industry, and Brenham for a number of years. Ervin also was an original member of the Columbus rotisserie baseball league in the 1980s and continued to participate in the fantasy league until his death.

Ervin enjoyed traveling as well. He took his family on trips throughout the U.S., and in his later years he and Mary Lou went on many cruises and visited Lake Charles often. He also was a great dominoes player and wouldn’t pass up a game of 42, 80, 88 when given the opportunity. He taught both of his children to play at an early age.

Ervin went to be with the Lord on March 29, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Mieth, son Joshua Mieth and his wife Katie of Austin, Sarah Kuehl and her husband Kris of Katy, grandchildren Kyndall and Kyle Kuehl of Katy, sister-in-law Ruth Szymanski of Sealy, and numerous nieces and nephews who miss him very much. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be Wednesday, April 3, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas. Funeral service will be Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 11:00 AM at St. John Lutheran Church in Cat Spring, Texas. Visitation at church will be from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Burial will be in New Ulm Cemetery at 2:00 PM on Thursday.

Memorials may be given to St. John Lutheran Church, 480 Ross Street, Cat Spring, TX 78933 or a charity of your choice.

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Debra Gail Janik Sandell - December 01, 1954 - March 27, 2024

Departed: 03/27/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Debra Janik Sandell, loving mother and grandmother, peacefully passed away on March 27, 2024 at Baylor St. Lukes Hospital in Houston, Texas after a short, but courageous battle with leukemia.

She was born on December 1, 1954 to Allen Earl and Frances (Henske) Garling. Growing up in Bellville, Texas, Debra was raised in the Christian faith. She was baptized on January 16, 1955 at St. James Lutheran Church in New Wehdem, and was confirmed on March 30, 1969 at St. John Lutheran church in Bellville. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Columbus since 1973. She attended Sunday school classes throughout her life as a student as well as a teacher, and for a time, also played piano for the Sunday school. She was a proud member of the Bellville Brahma Band and enjoyed raising 4¬H projects for the Austin County Fair.

In 1973, she married the late Irvin Janik. With the opportunity of employment, they moved to Columbus, Texas later that year. As a housewife, Debra raised her three children in the same Christian faith that she had, always putting her family first, many times, sacrificing her own needs. Her enjoyment of raising 4-H projects in her youth led to her raising New Zealand and Californian show rabbits in the 1980's. She also served as Rabbit Show Chairperson for several years for the Colorado County Fair.

Always strong and determined, Debra eventually struck out on her own in life. She went to work for HEB Grocery in 1990 and retired in 2018. Throughout her career with HEB she worked as a cashier, bookkeeper, general merchandise lead, and eventually as the scan coordinator, which was her favorite position with the company. She also made many close friends and acquaintances with fellow employees as well as customers. After several months of retirement, Debra just couldn't "sit still". She went to work part time for several years for Kay Klauber Candies. Once again, she quickly made friends with her coworkers and had a special place in her heart for the entire Klauber family.

After "fully retiring" Debra enjoyed tending to her plants and yard, seeing her grandchildren, and spending time with her "besties" Karen, Maxine, and Darlene. Debra was a simple woman. She was raised simple, and she lived simply. She never desired to be in the limelight or to have anything that she didn't need. She humbly lived her life the best that she could according to God and loved the ones that she cared for. She is going to be deeply missed by all that knew her.

Debra was preceded in death by her parents Allen Earl and Frances (Henske) Garling. She is survived by her sons James Janik and wife Shelley of Bernardo, David Janik and wife Jill of El Campo; daughter Amanda Justus and husband Heath of Aransas Pass; grandchildren Hayley and Zachary Janik, Kayla and Coltyn Janik, and Nathan Garamillo. She is also survived by brother and sister-in-law Royce and Elana Garling, and nephew Weston Garling all of Bellville, and her first true friends, all of her cousins.

Visitation will be Tuesday, April 2, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at St Paul Lutheran Church in Columbus. Funeral service will follow at 10:00 AM with Pastor Alan Kethan officiating. Following a reception for family and friends at the St Paul Lutheran Church Lighthouse, a private family burial service will be held in Bellville, Texas.

Pallbearers are James Janik, David Janik, Zachary Janik, Coltyn Janik, Nathan Garamillo, and Heath Justus. Honorary pallbearers are Royce Garling, Weston Garling, and all cousins.

Memorials may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 267, Columbus, TX 78934.

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Linda Marie Polach Blair - January 04, 1948 - March 24, 2024

Departed: 03/24/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Linda Marie Polach Blair, age 76, of Columbus, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2024 at her home in League City, Texas. She was born on January 4,1948 to Lawrence “Snip” and Dorothy “Blondie” Polach in Columbus, Texas.

Linda grew up in the small town of Columbus, where she met and fell in love with her high school sweetheart, Tommy Blair. This led to many dates dancing the night away at Swiss Alps. Their devoted love grew immensely through college, and they married at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church on July 26,1969. They raised two loving daughters together, Carissa and De’Aun.

After graduating from Columbus High School Linda attended Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos. She graduated with a bachelor’s in education and was a member of the coveted “Strutters” dance team. Linda began her thirty-six year teaching career at Randolph Airforce Base in San Antonio, Texas teaching first grade. Shortly after she returned to her hometown of Columbus and was a beloved first grade teacher at Columbus Elementary School until her retirement in 2005. She had a true passion for teaching and was dedicated to the success of her students.

After retirement, Tommy and Linda enjoyed exploring and taking in the sites of this beautiful country in their RV with family and friends. Linda was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and the Catholic Daughters.

Linda is survived by her loving husband of fifty-four years, Tommy Blair; two daughters Carissa Cox and husband Philip, and De’Aun Emmons and husband Branden; six grandchildren Blair Cox, Brooke Cox, Sarah Cox, Logan Cox, Asher Emmons, and Zayn Emmons. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 4, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas. A parish prayer service and Catholic Daughter rosary will follow at 7:00 pm.

Memorials may be made to St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, PO Box 669, Columbus, Texas 78934 or the Linda Blair Memorial Scholarship c/o Columbus Education Foundation, 105 Cardinal Ln., Columbus, Texas 78934.

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Linda Gail Schulz Lakich - April 24, 1955 - March 23, 2024

Departed: 03/23/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Linda Gail Schulz Lakich of Columbus, Texas, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law and dear friend to many, passed away on March 23, 2024 in Schulenburg, Texas, surrounded by her family. She was born April 24, 1955, in Enid, Oklahoma, to Mildred and Bob Schulz, the second of five children. Her childhood years were spent with her four siblings and parents moving every few years between Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas and Louisiana following her father’s chemical engineering career. Frequently moving drew the family closer together, as did summer camping vacations to Colorado and many national parks.

Linda graduated from Texas A&M University in 1977 with a degree in Microbiology. Shortly after, she married the love of her life, John, in 1978. She furthered her academic pursuits by earning her MBA from the University of Houston and excelled in her career as a Certified Public Accountant, leaving a remarkable impact in both the private and public sectors. Soon after their youngest child was born, Linda and John made the decision to move to Columbus in 1991 where they raised their two sons and have lived ever since. Linda’s dedication and expertise were evident throughout her accounting career, including her role as the Finance Director and City Secretary for the City of Columbus and her service as an Internal Auditor for Industry Bancshares.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Linda had numerous interests and hobbies including travel, cooking, baking, reading, sewing, decorating, counted cross stitch, crafting, and a love of her family’s rich history. Her passion for travel included adventures with her husband, John, across much of Europe, including Italy, Great Britain, France, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. She was also a devoted member of the community of Christ Episcopal Church in Eagle Lake, Texas, serving on the altar guild and at one point as Senior Warden on the vestry. Yet, her greatest joy came from her family and being “Nana” to her beloved grandchildren Andrew and Valerie, whose presence illuminated her world with boundless love and happiness.

Those fortunate enough to have known Linda recognized her as a person of exceptional kindness, thoughtfulness, integrity, creativity and intelligence. And blessed with a great sense of humor. She greeted everyone with a warm and radiant smile. Her resilience and unwavering spirit were evident in her courageous endeavor against cancer. Linda faced her diagnosis with courage and determination, supported by her devoted husband, John, her sons, Matthew and Ryan, her daughter-in-law, Amy, her grandchildren, Andrew and Valerie, and surrounded by a caring community of friends and family.

Linda is predeceased by her mother, Mildred (Schram) Schulz.

She is survived by her husband, John Lakich, of Columbus; son Ryan Lakich of Austin, TX; son Matthew Lakich and wife Amy Lakich and their children Andrew and Valerie of La Marque, TX; father Bob Schulz of Fort Collins, CO; brother Mark Schulz of Odessa, TX; sister Karen (Schulz) Graham and husband John Graham of Fort Collins, CO; sister Carmel (Schulz) Fisk and husband Dan Fisk of Tulsa, OK; and brother Grant and wife Tamara Schulz of Midland, TX; sister-in-law Penny Miekow of Columbus,TX; sister-in-law Gerlinde Lakich of Houston,TX; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held at Henneke Funeral Home on Friday, April 5, 2024 from 5 to 7pm. Funeral services will be held at Christ Episcopal Church in Eagle Lake, TX on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 10am with Rev. Margarita Arroyo officiating. Graveside burial will be in Columbus, Texas.

Pallbearers include Ryan Lakich, Matthew Lakich, Christopher Lakich, Andrew Lakich, Daryl Wigginton, and Chris Kulhanek.

In honor of Linda's memory, contributions may be made to Christ Episcopal Church, 306 E. Stockbridge, Eagle Lake, TX 77434, https://www.christepiscopaleaglelake.org/, the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, TX 77210-4486, or a charity of your choice.

Linda Gail Schulz Lakich will be deeply missed but forever remembered for her enduring love, strength, and profound impact on the lives of those she touched. And also for her heartwarming smile.

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Ora Nell Klump Bean - February 22, 1929 - March 21, 2024

Departed: 03/21/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Ora Nell Klump Bean of New Ulm, Texas was born on February 22, 1929 to Emmitt and Lenora Klump in Burton, Texas and passed away on March 21, 2024 in College Station, Texas.

After graduating from Bellville High School she worked for the telephone company for a year before marrying the love of her life, Gerald M. Bean on September 6, 1948. They lived in Katy, Temple, San Antonio, and Dallas before retiring in New Ulm, Texas in 1986. They were blessed with four children: Gerald W. Bean, Terry Westerman, Paula Mekolik, and Alison and husband, Wayne Turner. They were proud grandparents of 8 children: Tricia Moore, Denise and husband Matt Roberson, Amy Westerman, Jenny and husband Rick Trefzer, Chris and wife Kelsey Mekolik, Aaron and wife Katherine Mekolik, Kelli Schroeder, and Stephen and wife Angelia Gerhard. The Bean family has grown exponentially with 13 great-grandchildren. She had many nieces and nephews that she loved dearly as well.

Ora Nell was a faithful and devoted wife, loved gardening, growing flowers, playing golf, but her passion was taking care of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Jerry, brother Kirby Klump of Bellville, sister Rodell Baker of Brenham and son-in-law Lewis Westerman of San Antonio.

Funeral service will be Monday, April 1, 2024 at 10:00 AM at St. John's Lutheran Church in New Ulm, Texas with Pastor Ivy Schulz officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at church. Burial will follow in New Ulm Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Warren Klump, Kirby Klump Jr., Doug Baker, Ken Baker, David Baker, Chris Mekolik, Aaron Mekolik and Stephen Gerhard.

Memorials may be given to St. John's Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 1270, New Ulm, TX 78950 or the charity of your choice.

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William Dean "Bill" Lindquist - October 02, 1961 - March 20, 2024

Departed: 03/20/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: William Dean “Bill” Lindquist, 62, of Sealy, Texas, passed away on March 20, 2024 in Sugar Land, Texas.

He was born on October 2, 1961 to Albin Russell Lindquist and Shirley Jeneane (Cain) Lindquist in McAllen, Texas.

Bill was the owner of Bill’s Professional Piano Movers for many years.

Bill enjoyed racing, music, hunting, fishing and being a grandfather.

Bill is survived by his sons William Dean "Billy" Lindquist and wife KayKay and Kirby Dale Lindquist; daughter Lindsay Ann Manning; sister Carla Lindquist Jacobs; granddaughters Aspen Kay Lindquist and Julie Ann Lara; nephew Matt Jacobs; niece Melissa Linkous and husband Jason; as well as loved ones and friends too numerous to mention.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Steven Lindquist.

Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church in Frelsburg, Texas. Pastor Ivy Schulz will be officiating. Visitation at church will be from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Burial will take place in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Frelsburg, Texas.

Pallbearers are Austin Hammett, Cory Fritz, Josh Smith, Matt Jacobs, Billy Lindquist, and Kirby Lindquist.

Memorials may be given to American Kidney Fund, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20852 or the charity of your choice.

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Zavian Lopez - March 11, 2024 - March 11, 2024

Departed: 03/11/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Zavian Lopez was born at Columbus Community Hospital in Columbus, Texas to Cierria Ehrhardt and Paul Lopez on March 11, 2024. On March 11, 2024 at 6:20 p.m. I delivered a beautiful baby boy who we named Zavian Lopez. Zavian instantly gained his little wings and flew up with the help of our angels to a beautiful home where Jesus resides, called Heaven. Our Zavian weighed 2.6 ounces and was 6 inches long. He had big, beautiful eyes, a cute little nose and he had his daddy’s lips and ears. He had long legs, fingers and toes. His hands were held together slightly above his heart where his cheek rested. Zavian’s daddy and I took turns holding and rocking him in our hands, telling him how much we love him, singing to him, kissing his head and praying that he could feel us. We held and admired our precious boy for hours, taking in all of his features to save in our memory and soaking up our time together to hold in our hearts forever. We imagine Zavian in Heaven as the beautiful baby that he is, full of smiles, laughter and happiness surrounded by Jesus and all of our loved ones that have passed before us. God knows we would’ve done anything in the world to have been able to keep our baby here with us and if we could’ve, we would have held him forever. We pray that God let’s our baby know how loved he was, is and will always be. We’ll wait for the day when we can kiss your head, tell you how much we love and missed you and hold you in our arms forever. Rest in Heaven our sweet baby boy, we love you so much. You’ll be in our hearts, always.

Zavian is preceded in death by great grandparents Steve and Gloria Garcia, Ronald and Jamnong Ehrhardt, Raul and Manuela Lopez, cousin, Nicholas Joseph Arredondo.

Zavian is survived by parents Cierria Ehrhardt and Paul Lopez. Brothers Dominic Garcia, Jeramiah Lopez and sister, Gabriella Lopez. Grandparents Stephanie and Eugene Shorter, Jean and John Stox, Jr. and Oswaldo Lopez. Aunts and uncles Steven Bustamante (Sariah), Jessica Arredondo (Robert), Isabel Stox and numerous other aunts, uncles and cousins.

Graveside service will be held on Monday, March 18, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Catholic Cemetery in Columbus, Texas.

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Michael James Huebel - June 17, 1960 - March 10, 2024

Departed: 03/10/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Michael James Huebel, 63, of Columbus, Texas passed away on March 10, 2024 in Columbus, Texas.

He was born on June 17, 1960 to Albert J. Huebel, Jr. and Jurline (Halfmann) Huebel in Weimar, Texas. Michael was the second of three sons. He grew up in Columbus and graduated from Columbus High School in 1978. On July 14, 1984 he married Lorna Noak. Michael was the proud father to three daughters and the proud grandfather to three grandchildren.

Michael started working for Smith Industries in 1978 as a welder. He remained at the same location through several company changes while also moving up in positions. He was most recently a lead supervisor for Titan Production.

He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church. He attended St. Anthony School through 8th grade.

Michael enjoyed spending time outdoors. He especially enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and making deer sausage. He enjoyed sharing his canned items and deer sausage with family and friends. Michael also enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandkids.

Michael is survived by his wife of thirty-nine years, Lorna Huebel; daughters, Amber Bryant and husband Robert, Melanie Zavala and husband Luis, and Natalie Huebel; brother, Randy Huebel and wife Sylvia; sister-in-law Diana Kallus and husband Chris; grandchildren Trey Bryant, Spencer Zavala, and Peyton Zavala; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Jurline Huebel; brother, John A. Huebel; in-laws, Milton and Verlene Noak.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 15, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas. A rosary will follow at 7:00 PM.

Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 10:00 AM at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Columbus, Texas. Fr. James Dvorak will be officiating. Visitation at church will be from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Burial will take place in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Columbus, Texas.

Pallbearers are Arthur Faldyn, R. J. Halfmann, Mark Kasmiersky, Herman C. Schramm, Billy Vasek, and Stephen Vasek.

Memorials may be given to St. Anthony Catholic Church, P.O. Box 669, Columbus, Texas 78934, St. Anthony Catholic School, 635 Bonham Street, Columbus, TX 78934, or the charity of your choice.

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Tommy Lou Herman - December 02, 1938 - March 05, 2024

Departed: 03/05/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Tommy Louise Herman, age 85, passed away on March 5, 2024 in Eagle Lake, Texas. She was born to Russell “Buddy” Herbert and Ruth Tommie (Waddell) Reese, Jr. on December 2, 1938 in Columbus, Texas. On October 5, 1958, she married the love of her life, Alton “Butch” Dale Herman.

Tommy attended Eagle Lake schools, graduating from Eagle Lake High School, home of the “Eagles”, Class of 1957. She proudly attended Christ Episcopal Church in Eagle Lake, loving to continue the heritage of her family and the history of her grandfather building “her” Church. She worked at the Eagle Lake Post office as a clerk/carrier for 18 years, retiring in 2004. She loved her people on her route, and they loved her. Tommy enjoyed reading, knitting, crocheting, sewing, and needlework and the train trips to visit family with Butch. She will be most remembered for her handmade gifts to family and friends and a very kind and loving spirit.

Tommy was preceded in death by parents Russell “Buddy” and Ruth Reese; husband, Alton “Butch” Herman; sister, Barbara Rhoades; brother-in-law, Lester Herman; and sister-in-law, Genieve Harshberger.

Tommy is survived by daughters, Connie Herman, Wendy Herman, and fur baby Lainey girl all of Eagle Lake, Texas; sisters, Mary Ann (Tom) Gallier of Woodville Texas and Roslyn Sliva (fiancé Richard Senf) of Boling, Texas; brother, Russell (Chris) Reese, III; Brother-in-laws, Bill Rhoades of Houston and Rudy George Herman (Sorya) of Kirkland, Washington, Sam Harshberger Jr. of La Valle, Maryland, special grandchildren, Stacie Marie Golden and Russell Clint Mueller. She also leaves to cherish her memory, Keisha Tillman and son JJ Hall, numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and family whom she loved dearly.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 2:00 P.M., Christ Episcopal Church, 306 E. Stockbridge, Eagle Lake, Texas 77434.

A private burial will follow at a later time.

Honorary pallbearers: Eagle Lake High School Class of 1957, Jim Mathis, John Young, Melvin Schmidt, Jeff Frnka, Karen Epps, Clinton Mascheck, Randall Duarte, and Jeff Andrejczak.

Memorials may be made to Eagle Lake Volunteer Fire Department, P. O. Box 801, Eagle Lake, TX 77434 or Eula & David Wintermann Library, 101 N. Walnut, Eagle Lake, TX 77434.

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Mary Catherine Berger - June 02, 1935 - March 03, 2024

Departed: 03/03/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Mary Catherine Berger, aged 88, passed away on March 3, 2024 in Columbus, Texas. She was a beloved mother, wife, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Catherine was born on June 2, 1935 in Provident City, Texas and grew up in Garwood, Texas where she lived for over 75 years. She graduated from Garwood High School and is a graduate of Draughn’s Business School. On June 21, 1958, she married Lawrence Berger in Garwood, Texas.

But more than anything, Catherine was a devoted mother. She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, playing cards and games with them and taking them on trips.

In her free time, Catherine enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking, her Longhorn cattle and traveling. She was an active member in her community and belonged to the Women’s Society of Christian Service, Garwood Association of Restoration, and Nada/Garwood Gadabouts. Catherine also played the piano and organ for the Lehrer Memorial United Methodist Church and was church board secretary.

Catherine is survived by her loving husband, Lawrence, her children, Elizabeth Grissom and husband, Cullen, Jeffrey Berger and wife Karen, and her grandchildren, Casey Matzke, David Grissom and wife, Lindsay, Jacob Berger and wife, Karli, Britni Milstead and husband, Kevin, Cortni Latham, and husband, Freddy, and Matthew Moody. She also has four great-grandchildren, Mattie Polasek, Wyatt Hanley, Brayden Milstead, and Luke Latham as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar and Hazel Green; sister, Brunette Woodruff; brothers, Bozo Green and Tom Ford.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday March 5, 2024 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Henneke Funeral Home, Columbus, Texas. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Lehrer Memorial United Methodist Church, Garwood, Texas, officiated by Pastor Cathy McCorkle. Burial will take place in Lehrer Memorial Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Jacob Berger, David Grissom, Mitchel Smith, Billy Earl Rees, Kenneth Danklefs, and Billy Macek. Honorary pallbearers are Gary Kocurek, Keith Webb and Mark Wied.

Memorials may be made to Garwood Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 131, Garwood, TX 77442 or Lehrer Memorial United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 1, Garwood, TX 77442.

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Betty Calhoun Gills - October 14, 1932 - February 25, 2024

Departed: 02/25/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Betty Calhoun Gills, 91, of Columbus, Texas, passed away on February 25, 2024 in Columbus, Texas.

She was born on October 14, 1932 to Paul Murray Lancaster and Nina Mae (Shiflette) Lancaster in Van, Texas. On March 23, 2019 she married Kenneth Gills.

Betty worked as a secretary for many years in the petroleum industry. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Columbus.

Betty enjoyed spending time with her family and she loved the holidays and hosting parties, especially at the Pond House. She enjoyed socializing with friends. Her favorite place to travel was Colorado. She and Mr. Ken enjoyed attending military reunions in Florida. With her coffee in the morning Betty loved watching her bird feeder.

Betty is survived by her daughters Cathy Blymyer and husband Paul of Columbus, Cindi Schneider and husband Jim of McKinney, and Kayley Kovar and husband Jeff of Weimar; sons Scott Calhoun and wife Susan of Waco and Cary Calhoun of Port Aransas; grandchildren Dawn Vrana, Kacy Kovar, Dustin Blymyer, Erin Rader, Erica Mercer, Luke Calhoun, and Veronica Jackson; great-grandchildren Rock Dusek, Rosie Dusek, Vienne Rader, Ava Blymyer, Bennett Blymyer, Avery Vrana, Parker Vrana, and Quinn Vrana.

She was preceded in death parents Paul and Nina Lancaster; husband Kenneth Gills; brother Robert "Bob" Lancaster.

Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 10:00 AM at First United Methodist Church in Columbus, Texas. Pastor Sunshine Reyes will be officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Burial will take place in Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery in Columbus, Texas.

Pallbearers are Dawn Vrana, Kacy Kovar, Dustin Blymyer, Erin Rader, Erica Mercer, Luke Calhoun, and Veronica Jackson.

Memorials may be given to First United Methodist Church, 1229 Milam St., Columbus, TX 78934.

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Gladys Halfmann Stolle - November 16, 1929 - February 24, 2024

Departed: 02/24/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Gladys (Halfmann) Stolle, 94, passed away with her family by her side on February 24, 2024 in Sealy, Texas.

She was born on November 16, 1929 in Frelsburg, Texas to Anton and Vlasta (Kulhanek) Halfmann. Gladys was the eldest child of nine siblings. On August 21, 1950, she married Leon Fred Stolle in Frelsburg, Texas and they were blessed with one child.

Gladys worked as a bookkeeper for Columbus Tire Company (Firestone) and later worked for St. Anthony’s Catholic School driving the school bus and working in the library.

She was a lifetime member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Daughters Court Mary Queen of the Snows #1588 and also served as a member of the Altar Society. Over the course of 50 years, she volunteered countless hours with the church counting collections and keeping records. Gladys also found time to be a member of the VFW Auxiliary #6113.

Gladys enjoyed cooking, baking, and gardening in her younger days. Her favorite things were quilting and spending time with her family, especially her two granddaughters. She will be most remembered for her homemade bread, her beautiful quilts, and her willingness to help anyone whenever possible. Gladys lived in Columbus for most of her life but moved with her daughter and her family in 2004 to live with them in Sealy, Texas. Gladys spent much of her life looking after others and nothing made her happier than doing something special for someone in need.

Gladys is survived by her daughter Anne Faichtinger and husband Michael, as well as her granddaughters Casey and Kendall Faichtinger, of Sealy. She is also survived by her siblings Virginia Faldyn, Joe Halfmann, Raymond Halfmann and wife Sharon, Janice Kasmiersky and husband A.K., Dianne Seidel, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 51 years, Leon; brother, Anton Halfmann Jr.; sisters, Ellen Vasek and Jurline Huebel; brothers-in-law, Charles Vasek, Albert Huebel, Joe Faldyn Jr., and Edwin Seidel; and sister-in-law Margie Halfmann.

All services will take place in Columbus, Texas. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 29, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Henneke Funeral Home, followed by a parish prayer service and rosary. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 1, 2024 at 11:00 AM at St. Anthony Catholic Church, officiated by Fr. James Dvorak. Visitation at the church will be from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Burial will take place in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Stephen Vasek, Randy Huebel, Arthur Faldyn, R.J. Halfmann, Mark Kasmiersky, and Paul Prazak.

Memorials may be made to St. Anthony Catholic Church, P.O. Box 669, Columbus, TX 78934 or St. Anthony Catholic School, 635 Bonham St., Columbus, TX 78934.

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Pamela Gail Duncan - November 19, 1957 - February 22, 2024

Departed: 02/22/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Pamela Gail Duncan, of Fayetteville, passed away in Austin, Texas on February 22, 2024 at the age of 66. She was born to Gail and Shirley (Davis) Duncan in Yakima, Washington on November 19, 1957.

Pam loved animals and enjoyed sports.

Pam is survived by: her partner of 33 years, Marianne Heffington of Fayetteville, Texas; parents, Gail and Shirley Duncan of Georgetown, Texas; brother, Kevin Duncan of Austin, Texas; and beloved pet, Rocky.

A graveside service will be held in Halamicek Cemetery in the Roznov Community outside of Fayetteville, Texas on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 10:00 AM.

Honorary pallbearers: Stacie Baker, James Baker, Jr., Brian Heffington, Mark Whitley, Holly Baker and Angel Guo.

Memorials may be made in Pam’s name to the Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter, 240 Svoboda Lane, La Grange, Texas 78945.

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Diana Carol (Heuermann) Hill - November 25, 1945 - February 19, 2024

Departed: 02/19/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Diana Carol (Heuermann) Hill, 78, of Bernardo, Texas, passed away on February 19, 2024 in Columbus, Texas.

She was born on November 25, 1945 to John Laura (JL) Heuermann and Marie Augusta (Henning) Heuermann in Houston, Texas. On April 24, 1965 she married James "Jim" Hill.

Diana worked as a transcriptionist for Columbus Community Hospital, Dr. Tom Hancher and Dr. Kirk Anderson for many years. She was a member of St. Roch Catholic Church and a member of Catholic Daughters of Americas Court St. Roch.

Diana enjoyed spending time with her family, trips to the beach looking for shells, traveling with her trusty cooler of Diet Cokes and Doe Shakeys (Dos Equis Cerveza) and endless supply of snacks.

Diana is survived by her daughters Katie Hill of Seattle, Washington and Kristina Hill of Columbus; sons Kacey Hill and wife Leigh-Ann of Deer Park and Kersten Hill and wife Hannah of College Station; sister Jeanette Huth of Cypress; sister-in-law Bea Hill of Bernardo; grandchildren Holly Pflughaupt, Hannah Pflughaupt, Austin Pflughaupt, Sam Hill, Mason Hill, Elizabeth Hill, Knox Hill, Hudson Hill, and Maggie Hill; great-grandchild Miles Pflughaupt.

She was preceded in death by her parents JL (John) and Marie Heuermann; husband James "Jim" Hill; sister Katherine Grant, as well as brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law whom she loved so dearly.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 22, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas. A parish prayer service and Catholic Daughter rosary will follow at 7:00 PM.

Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 23, 2024 at 10:00 AM at St. Roch Catholic Church in Mentz, Texas. Fr. James Dvorak will be officiating. Visitation at church will be from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Burial will take place in St. Roch Catholic Cemetery in Mentz, Texas.

Pallbearers are Wayne Pflughaupt, John Brock, Ron Grant, Jerrold Grant, Cary Grant, Carl Sebesta and Ted Fritsch. Honorary pallbearers are Larry Sebesta, Steve Sebesta, Sammy Fritsch, Scott Fritsch, Danny Hill, Daryl Hill, as well as grand and great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be given to St. Roch Catholic Church, 1600 Frelsburg Rd., Alleyton, TX 78935 or Catholic Daughters of Americas Court St. Roch, 1600 Frelsburg Rd., Alleyton, TX 78935.

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Wayne Alan Henneke - January 23, 1968 - February 19, 2024

Departed: 02/19/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Wayne Alan Henneke, 56, of Victoria passed away suddenly at home on Monday, February 19, 2024. He was the first born child of Charles and Bonnie (Mican) Henneke on Tuesday, January 23, 1968 in Bryan, Texas. He came to be the older brother to Monique and Jason.

Living most of his life in Victoria, Wayne was a 1986 graduate of Victoria High School and later graduated from Texas State Technical Institute in Waco. He married Shannon Summerville on August 12, 1995 in Victoria, Texas. Over the years, he loved his children and cherished his grandchildren who brought him immeasurable joy.

Wayne worked as an electrical instrument designer at Testengeer Inc. in Port Lavaca. During his youth, he enjoyed doodling and drawing cartoons and spending time at his grandparents farm during the summers. In his adult free time, he enjoyed spending time with the family at the beach and kidding around with his nieces, nephews and grandkids. He also loved fishing, hunting, and spending time with his dad on the family farm in Fayette County.

Wayne is survived by his devoted wife of 28 years: Shannon of Victoria; children: Jillian Summerville and friend Shane Lewis of Victoria, Cody Henneke and wife Casey of Goliad, and Garrett Henneke of Victoria; grandchildren: Auden, Audrianna, and Aveline Scott, and Aria and Laith Henneke; parents: Bonnie and Charles Henneke of Victoria; sister: Monique Schimtz and husband John of Fulsher; brother: Jason Henneke and wife Danette of Knoxville, Tennessee; paternal grandmother: Ernestine (Neuendorff) Henneke of Columbus; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many close friends.

Wayne is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents: Morris and Agnes (Mazoch) Mican; his paternal grandfather: Edbert Henneke and his godmother: Phyllis Mican.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, February 25, 2023 from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Rosewood Funeral Home located at 3304 E. Mockingbird Ln. in Victoria.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2023 from 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM at Henneke Funeral Home located at 1515 Montezuma St. in Columbus. A rosary will be recited at 10:30 AM followed by the funeral service at 11:00 AM to be held at the funeral home chapel. Interment will take place at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church Cemetery in Holman, Texas followed by a Celebration of Life reception at the Holman Parish Hall.

Pallbearers will be sons: Cody and Garrett; brother: Jason; cousins: Harold and Hayden Mican; and friends: Jason Hoover and Shane Lewis. Honorary pallbearers include daughter: Jillian; daughter-in-law: Casey; sister: Monique; and uncle / godfather: Harry Mican.

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Mary Ann Blazek Guthmann - October 28, 1933 - February 15, 2024

Departed: 02/15/2024 (Columbus)

Obituary Preview: Mary Ann Guthmann, 90, of New Ulm, Texas, passed away on February 15, 2024 in Columbus, Texas.

She was born on October 28, 1933 to Ladgie Blazek and Annie (Pilchiek) Blazek in Nelsonville, Texas. On November 25, 1951 she married Henry J. Guthmann.

Mary Ann worked at various places such as New Ulm Creamery, Fritzler Meat Market, New Ulm Tavern and finally Brookshire Bros in Columbus and then Bellville where she was the produce manager until her retirement.

She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in New Ulm.

Mary Ann loved to sew. She was self-taught and made her own patterns. She sewed all of her own clothes as well as things for her children and grandchildren. Mary Ann also sewed blankets and baby blankets that she shared with others. She enjoyed fishing and hunting throughout the years. She loved to play dominoes and would travel to the various towns playing 42 and 88 which were her favorite games.

Mary Ann is survived by her daughters Brenda Minarcik and husband Alvin of Fayetteville and Wanda Faldyn and husband Arthur of Lone Oak; sons Gary Guthmann and wife Dottie of Bellville and Warren Guthmann and wife Betty of Columbus; sister-in-law Irene Blazek of Katy; grandchildren Cheryl Junek (Jess), Chad Guthmann, Jennifer Colligan (Michael), Melissa Weynand (Kyle), Kimberly Gentry (George), John Minarcik (Veronica), Damon Faldyn (Elizabeth), Shawn Faldyn (Ashley), Grant Guthmann (Tara), Kelsey Guthmann (friend Johnny Stewart), and Matthew Guthmann (Shelby); great grandchildren Gage Colligan, Annabelle Colligan, Clara Weynand, Emery Weynand, Liam Gentry, Jaydon Faldyn, Hailey Faldyn, Harper Faldyn, Noah Faldyn, Emma Faldyn, Josef Faldyn, Sophie Guthmann, Lynden Tesch (Hunter), and baby Blair Minarcik due in March 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents Ladgie and Annie; husband Henry J. Guthmann; brother Lawrence Blazek; sisters Nola Dell Marusik (Edwin), Dee Kaase (Herbert), and Rosa Lee "Totsie" Krebs (Calvin).

Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 18, 2024 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas.

Funeral Service will be held on Monday, February 19, 2024 at 10:00 AM at St. John Lutheran Church in New Ulm, Texas. Pastor Ivy Schulz will be officiating. Visitation at church will be from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Burial will take place in New Ulm Cemetery in New Ulm, Texas.

Pallbearers are Chad Guthmann, John Minarcik, Damon Faldyn, Shawn Faldyn, Grant Guthmann, and Matthew Guthmann. Honorary pallbearers are Cheryl Junek, Jennifer Colligan, Melissa Weynand, Kimberly Gentry, Kelsey Guthmann, Gage Colligan, Annabelle Colligan, Clara Weynand, Emery Weynand, Liam Gentry, Jaydon Faldyn, Hailey Faldyn, Harper Faldyn, Noah Faldyn, Emma Faldyn, Josef Faldyn, Sophie Guthmann, and Lynden Tesch.

Memorials may be given to New Ulm Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 14, New Ulm, TX 78950, St. John Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 1270, New Ulm, TX 78950 or the charity of your choice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including biographical information, details about their life, and information about their funeral or memorial service. Obituaries are often published in newspapers, online, or in other public forums to inform friends, family, and community members of the person's passing.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to honor and remember the deceased, while also providing important information to those who knew them. They can help facilitate communication among family and friends, provide closure, and offer a sense of community during a difficult time.

Who typically writes an obituary?

In most cases, the family of the deceased or a close friend will write the obituary. Funeral homes or crematories may also offer assistance with writing and publishing obituaries.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, survivors (family members), predeceased relatives, education, career, hobbies, achievements, and funeral or memorial service information.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or platform. Generally, they range from a few sentences to several paragraphs. It's essential to balance brevity with meaningful details about the person's life.

Can I include photos or other multimedia in an obituary?

Yes, many online obituary platforms and some print publications allow you to include photos, videos, or audio clips to celebrate the person's life and make the tribute more personal.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary provides more detailed information about the person's life and legacy.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online platform?

Contact the newspaper or online platform directly to learn about their submission process and any specific requirements they may have. Be prepared to provide the necessary information and payment for publication fees.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost varies depending on the publication or platform. Some newspapers and online sites charge by the word or line, while others offer package deals or flat fees. Expect to pay anywhere from $50 to several hundred dollars.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary as a way to control how they want to be remembered. This can also be a therapeutic exercise in reflecting on one's life and accomplishments.

What if I'm unsure about what to include in an obituary?

If you're struggling to write an obituary, consider seeking guidance from a funeral home, crematory, or online resources that offer templates and examples. You can also ask friends or family members for input and suggestions.

How soon after a person's passing should an obituary be published?

The timing depends on individual circumstances, but it's generally recommended to publish an obituary within a few days of the person's passing. This allows friends and family to plan attendance at funeral services and express condolences in a timely manner.

Can I make changes to an obituary after it's been published?

In most cases, changes cannot be made once an obituary has been published in print. However, online platforms may allow corrections or updates. Check with the publication or platform for their specific policies.

What if I need to correct an error in an already-published obituary?

Contact the publication or platform immediately to report the error. They may be able to issue a correction or update the online version of the obituary.

How long do online obituaries remain available?

This varies depending on the platform. Some online obituaries remain accessible indefinitely, while others may be archived or removed after a certain period.

Can I share an obituary on social media?

Yes! Sharing an obituary on social media can help spread the news quickly and allow friends and family to pay their respects online.

Are there any specific guidelines for writing an obituary for someone who was young or had a unique life story?

Yes, when writing an obituary for someone who was young or had a non-traditional life path, it's essential to focus on their achievements, passions, and impact on others. Highlighting their strengths and accomplishments can help celebrate their life in a meaningful way.

Can I include charitable donations or memorial funds in an obituary?

Absolutely! Including information about charitable donations or memorial funds can provide friends and family with a meaningful way to honor the deceased.

How do I handle sensitive information or conflicts when writing an obituary?

Tread carefully when addressing sensitive topics like divorce, estrangement, or controversy. Focus on celebrating the person's life rather than airing grievances or revealing private matters.

What if I'm not comfortable writing an obituary myself?

Dont worry! Many funeral homes, crematories, and online platforms offer assistance with writing and publishing obituaries. You can also ask a trusted friend or family member for help.

Can I use humor or anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! Incorporating humor or personal stories can help capture the person's personality and make the tribute more engaging and relatable.

How do I ensure that an online obituary remains respectful and dignified?

Moderate comments and messages carefully to maintain a respectful tone. Also, consider setting up a private online memorial or guestbook for friends and family to share memories and condolences.

What if I need additional support or guidance when writing an obituary?

Dont hesitate to reach out to professionals like funeral directors, grief counselors, or writers who specialize in crafting meaningful tributes. Online resources and support groups can also provide valuable guidance and comfort during this difficult time.