The Silent Ranks
I wear no uniforms, no blues or army greens
But I am in the Military in the ranks rarely seen.
I have no rank upon my shoulders - salutes I do not give
But the military world is the place where I live
I'm not in the chain of command, orders I do not get
But my spouse is the one who does, this I cannot forget
I'm not the one who fires the weapon, who puts my life on the line
But my job is just as tough. I 'm the one that's left behind.
My spouse is a patriot, a brave and prideful soldier
And the call to serve his/her country not all can understand
Behind the lines I see the things needed to keep this country free
My spouse makes the sacrifice, but so do our kids and me
I love the person I married, Soldiering is his/her life
But I stand among the silent ranks known as the Military Spouse.
Author unknown
I wear no uniforms, no blues or army greens
But I am in the Military in the ranks rarely seen.
I have no rank upon my shoulders - salutes I do not give
But the military world is the place where I live
I'm not in the chain of command, orders I do not get
But my spouse is the one who does, this I cannot forget
I'm not the one who fires the weapon, who puts my life on the line
But my job is just as tough. I 'm the one that's left behind.
My spouse is a patriot, a brave and prideful soldier
And the call to serve his/her country not all can understand
Behind the lines I see the things needed to keep this country free
My spouse makes the sacrifice, but so do our kids and me
I love the person I married, Soldiering is his/her life
But I stand among the silent ranks known as the Military Spouse.
Author unknown
IN MEMORY OF AUXILIARY MEMBERS WHO HAVE SERVED
Marga Lieke (Friesenhahn)
Marga, 92 passed away on May 25, 2021. Marga was born to August and Erna Hormbostel on October 10, 1928. Marga grew up in Sievershausen Germany, where she met Hilbert Lieke in the barber and beautician shop where she worked as a beautician and barber. Marga and Hilbert were married in 1948, and moved to Karnes City, Tx for one year. Hilbert returned to military service and he and Marga lived in Virginia, Germany for several tours, San Antonio, Maryland, and back to San Antonio. After Hilbert’s passing, Marga eventually settled in New Braunfels with her companion David Friesenhahn in 1992. Marga was a life member of the VFW Auxillary and had been a member of the German American Society in New Braunfels. Marga is survived by her sons and daughter in laws Hilbert A. Lieke Jr, married to Elizabeth Lieke and Norman H. Lieke married to Elizabeth Tripp Lieke; sister Marlies Meissner and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Marga, 92 passed away on May 25, 2021. Marga was born to August and Erna Hormbostel on October 10, 1928. Marga grew up in Sievershausen Germany, where she met Hilbert Lieke in the barber and beautician shop where she worked as a beautician and barber. Marga and Hilbert were married in 1948, and moved to Karnes City, Tx for one year. Hilbert returned to military service and he and Marga lived in Virginia, Germany for several tours, San Antonio, Maryland, and back to San Antonio. After Hilbert’s passing, Marga eventually settled in New Braunfels with her companion David Friesenhahn in 1992. Marga was a life member of the VFW Auxillary and had been a member of the German American Society in New Braunfels. Marga is survived by her sons and daughter in laws Hilbert A. Lieke Jr, married to Elizabeth Lieke and Norman H. Lieke married to Elizabeth Tripp Lieke; sister Marlies Meissner and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Pamela Marie Coldeway (Krueger)
Pam, 74, of New Braunfels, Texas passed away peacefully on April 29, 2021. Pam was born on February 23, 1947 to Lewis and Eleanor Coldeway in New Braunfels, Texas. She graduated from Canyon High School in 1965. After spending many years in civil service at Randolph Air Force Base, Pam received her LVN license and worked at McKenna Hospital in New Braunfels.
Pam enjoyed wade fishing in the Texas coastal bays and was an avid reader. She enjoyed sharing stories of her childhood growing up on Lake Dunlap in New Braunfels and working at her family store in Clear Springs, Texas.
Pam is survived by her loving son, Chris Yancy and his wife Tammy of New Braunfels; 5 grandchildren, Christen Yancy, Samantha Yancy, Megan Yancy, Courtney Seely, and Cole Seely; great grandson, River Yancy; sister, Loretta Krueger; brother, Robbie Coldeway and his wife Tonya; 3 nieces, 3 nephews; many great nieces and nephews; and her fur baby, Hatchi.
Pam, 74, of New Braunfels, Texas passed away peacefully on April 29, 2021. Pam was born on February 23, 1947 to Lewis and Eleanor Coldeway in New Braunfels, Texas. She graduated from Canyon High School in 1965. After spending many years in civil service at Randolph Air Force Base, Pam received her LVN license and worked at McKenna Hospital in New Braunfels.
Pam enjoyed wade fishing in the Texas coastal bays and was an avid reader. She enjoyed sharing stories of her childhood growing up on Lake Dunlap in New Braunfels and working at her family store in Clear Springs, Texas.
Pam is survived by her loving son, Chris Yancy and his wife Tammy of New Braunfels; 5 grandchildren, Christen Yancy, Samantha Yancy, Megan Yancy, Courtney Seely, and Cole Seely; great grandson, River Yancy; sister, Loretta Krueger; brother, Robbie Coldeway and his wife Tonya; 3 nieces, 3 nephews; many great nieces and nephews; and her fur baby, Hatchi.
Rita McPhillips Dowd
Rita passed away on April 25, 2021 after a brief illness. Rita was born on June 4, 1934 in Manchester, England and came to Texas in 1954 as a GI bride. She raised her family in Port Lavaca before moving to Victoria briefly and then New Braunfels to fulfill her career as a geriatric social worker.
Rita was a loving mother to Michael Dowd, Catherine Gleinser (David), Timothy Dowd (Susan), Nancy Dowd, Bridget McPhillips, Andrew Dowd, Samuel Dowd (Annie), and Sean Dowd (Suzanne). She had 17 grandchildren and was Nana to 11 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.
Rita is preceded in death by her parents James and Mary McPhillips, sisters Winifred Doyle and Catherine Jones, brother Peter McPhillips, and her sons Michael, Timothy, and Andrew.
Rita was active in her profession. She worked for many years at Champ Traylor Memorial Hospital and Trinity Shores Nursing Home in Port Lavaca and Eden Home in New Braunfels. She participated in Our Lady of the Gulf Altar Society, the VFW Auxiliary, and was a volunteer with many community organizations.
Rita was known for her grace and smile. She was loving and kind, warm and generous, and funny to the very end. She was a wonderful mother and friend and will be forever missed.
Rita passed away on April 25, 2021 after a brief illness. Rita was born on June 4, 1934 in Manchester, England and came to Texas in 1954 as a GI bride. She raised her family in Port Lavaca before moving to Victoria briefly and then New Braunfels to fulfill her career as a geriatric social worker.
Rita was a loving mother to Michael Dowd, Catherine Gleinser (David), Timothy Dowd (Susan), Nancy Dowd, Bridget McPhillips, Andrew Dowd, Samuel Dowd (Annie), and Sean Dowd (Suzanne). She had 17 grandchildren and was Nana to 11 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.
Rita is preceded in death by her parents James and Mary McPhillips, sisters Winifred Doyle and Catherine Jones, brother Peter McPhillips, and her sons Michael, Timothy, and Andrew.
Rita was active in her profession. She worked for many years at Champ Traylor Memorial Hospital and Trinity Shores Nursing Home in Port Lavaca and Eden Home in New Braunfels. She participated in Our Lady of the Gulf Altar Society, the VFW Auxiliary, and was a volunteer with many community organizations.
Rita was known for her grace and smile. She was loving and kind, warm and generous, and funny to the very end. She was a wonderful mother and friend and will be forever missed.
Doris Marie Salge
Doris age 96, of New Braunfels Texas joined the eternal party in heaven on March 17th, 2021. In fact, we are certain that the Doris we all knew and loved brought a spark and enthusiasm to the party that those of us still here will miss greatly.
Doris’ journey on Earth started in Cedar Creek, Texas as she was born to John A. Mang and Jenny Marie (Lowe) on December 7th, 1924. Although not a native New Braunfelser, she got here as fast as she could. She met the love of her life, Helmuth Salge, and was happily married to him for 54 years, until his death in 2002. Doris and Helmuth were entrepreneurs and business owners in New Braunfels from 1955-1988, making a tremendous community impact along the way. Along with their children Bruce, Debbie, and Dawn they owned and operated Salge’s Sewing Machine Repair, Ladies Ready-to-Wear, and Bridal shop. Several years later Doris, Helmuth, and Dawn reopened Salge’s Sewing Machine Repair and Alterations and remained open until Dawn encouraged, Doris to retire at 91 years of age! They celebrated 51 years of a successful family owned business. If you have lived in New Braunfels for any length of time, you have undoubtedly been blessed by the talents of the sewing Salge’s!
Through all of those years of business, Doris was the visionary. She always had the GRAND ideas and expected Helmuth to “make it happen.” It was such an incredible testament to the sanctity of a divine union and the incredible team that Doris and Helmuth made. Doris had an equal passion and vision for creating and enjoying the celebratory aspects of life. Her most favorite annual celebration was Wurstfest! She would begin each fall checking to see if anyone needed any “panels” added to their dirndls. In 1995, Doris celebrated her finest year of Wurstfest when Helmuth was the Groesse Opa of the Wurstfest Association. She carried the responsibility of “First Oma” with a “spass” and “gemutlichkeit” that has yet to be seen again. Each year, the family celebrates her favorite festival dressed in lederhosen and dirndls.
Doris was very active in everything New Braunfels including, the Downtown Association, Chamber of Commerce Blue Coat, Heritage Exhibit, Glow Fest Organizer, First Protestant Church Usher, Friday Night Dinner and Poker Group, Conservations Society, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, and the New Braunfels Sesquicentennial. In 1998, she and Helmuth were honored as a couple, with the Besserung Award, due to their inseparable commitment to their civic duties.
The Clear Spring House, where Doris and Helmuth raised their children and lived for over 50 years, was a place of welcome for everyone. The refrigerator was always stocked with plenty of sodas and beer where Doris was ready to pour your drink of choice and listen to your topic du jour. Doris and Helmuth created a home that made everyone feel welcome and allowed for their kids and grandkids to bring as many friends as they wanted.
Because of her unparalleled passion for celebrating life, traditions were created through the years that will be carried on for generations to come. Doris made sure to make every holiday gathering unique with costumes, themes, skits, decorating contests, and singing and dancing. There was never a reason to force a mandate on family gathering attendance, since she made each one so dang fun! Another fun family event that Doris started in the 1950’s is the annual shoe shopping extravaganza and it continues on today. Playing cards and poker, where deuces and one eyed jacks were always wild, were also things that Doris loved to do.
Doris age 96, of New Braunfels Texas joined the eternal party in heaven on March 17th, 2021. In fact, we are certain that the Doris we all knew and loved brought a spark and enthusiasm to the party that those of us still here will miss greatly.
Doris’ journey on Earth started in Cedar Creek, Texas as she was born to John A. Mang and Jenny Marie (Lowe) on December 7th, 1924. Although not a native New Braunfelser, she got here as fast as she could. She met the love of her life, Helmuth Salge, and was happily married to him for 54 years, until his death in 2002. Doris and Helmuth were entrepreneurs and business owners in New Braunfels from 1955-1988, making a tremendous community impact along the way. Along with their children Bruce, Debbie, and Dawn they owned and operated Salge’s Sewing Machine Repair, Ladies Ready-to-Wear, and Bridal shop. Several years later Doris, Helmuth, and Dawn reopened Salge’s Sewing Machine Repair and Alterations and remained open until Dawn encouraged, Doris to retire at 91 years of age! They celebrated 51 years of a successful family owned business. If you have lived in New Braunfels for any length of time, you have undoubtedly been blessed by the talents of the sewing Salge’s!
Through all of those years of business, Doris was the visionary. She always had the GRAND ideas and expected Helmuth to “make it happen.” It was such an incredible testament to the sanctity of a divine union and the incredible team that Doris and Helmuth made. Doris had an equal passion and vision for creating and enjoying the celebratory aspects of life. Her most favorite annual celebration was Wurstfest! She would begin each fall checking to see if anyone needed any “panels” added to their dirndls. In 1995, Doris celebrated her finest year of Wurstfest when Helmuth was the Groesse Opa of the Wurstfest Association. She carried the responsibility of “First Oma” with a “spass” and “gemutlichkeit” that has yet to be seen again. Each year, the family celebrates her favorite festival dressed in lederhosen and dirndls.
Doris was very active in everything New Braunfels including, the Downtown Association, Chamber of Commerce Blue Coat, Heritage Exhibit, Glow Fest Organizer, First Protestant Church Usher, Friday Night Dinner and Poker Group, Conservations Society, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, and the New Braunfels Sesquicentennial. In 1998, she and Helmuth were honored as a couple, with the Besserung Award, due to their inseparable commitment to their civic duties.
The Clear Spring House, where Doris and Helmuth raised their children and lived for over 50 years, was a place of welcome for everyone. The refrigerator was always stocked with plenty of sodas and beer where Doris was ready to pour your drink of choice and listen to your topic du jour. Doris and Helmuth created a home that made everyone feel welcome and allowed for their kids and grandkids to bring as many friends as they wanted.
Because of her unparalleled passion for celebrating life, traditions were created through the years that will be carried on for generations to come. Doris made sure to make every holiday gathering unique with costumes, themes, skits, decorating contests, and singing and dancing. There was never a reason to force a mandate on family gathering attendance, since she made each one so dang fun! Another fun family event that Doris started in the 1950’s is the annual shoe shopping extravaganza and it continues on today. Playing cards and poker, where deuces and one eyed jacks were always wild, were also things that Doris loved to do.
Doris Evelyn (Potschernick) Schreyer
Doris entered the Kingdom of God on December 27, 2020. She was born to Roland William Potschernick and Ethel Era (Elsworth) Potschernick in Moore, TX on June 27, 1929. She went to school in Big Wells, Carrizo Springs, Asherton and graduated from New Braunfels High School in1946. At the age of 14 she began working at many different jobs. She married Rudolph Robert Schreyer on January 15, 1948 and they raised their family in New Braunfels. In 1958 she was Comal County’s Mother of the year. She was a member of American Legion Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary, Herman Sons Lodge, A&M Mothers Club, and worked as den mother for Glenn’s boy scout troop and with the her daughters in the American Legion Junior Auxiliary. She belonged to First Protestant Church where she taught Sunday School for almost 20 years, participated in Women’s Fellowship, helped on the altar guild for almost 40 years, was a lay minister for 18 years, visiting shut ins, and assisted with many other projects. Doris enjoyed dancing, traveling, oil painting and many other crafts and loved working with Rudy in their beautiful backyard. Doris is survived by her son, Glenn William Schreyer (wife Jennie, predeceased), daughters Kathryn June Weiner and husband Hal, Cynthia Lynn Wilson and husband Joe, Denise Jayne Childers, seven grandchildren including Michael Kelsheimer, Natasha Sanchez, Jason Miller, Erin Lippe, Megan Stutts, Joshua Childers, Christopher Childers and nine great grandchildren.
Doris entered the Kingdom of God on December 27, 2020. She was born to Roland William Potschernick and Ethel Era (Elsworth) Potschernick in Moore, TX on June 27, 1929. She went to school in Big Wells, Carrizo Springs, Asherton and graduated from New Braunfels High School in1946. At the age of 14 she began working at many different jobs. She married Rudolph Robert Schreyer on January 15, 1948 and they raised their family in New Braunfels. In 1958 she was Comal County’s Mother of the year. She was a member of American Legion Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary, Herman Sons Lodge, A&M Mothers Club, and worked as den mother for Glenn’s boy scout troop and with the her daughters in the American Legion Junior Auxiliary. She belonged to First Protestant Church where she taught Sunday School for almost 20 years, participated in Women’s Fellowship, helped on the altar guild for almost 40 years, was a lay minister for 18 years, visiting shut ins, and assisted with many other projects. Doris enjoyed dancing, traveling, oil painting and many other crafts and loved working with Rudy in their beautiful backyard. Doris is survived by her son, Glenn William Schreyer (wife Jennie, predeceased), daughters Kathryn June Weiner and husband Hal, Cynthia Lynn Wilson and husband Joe, Denise Jayne Childers, seven grandchildren including Michael Kelsheimer, Natasha Sanchez, Jason Miller, Erin Lippe, Megan Stutts, Joshua Childers, Christopher Childers and nine great grandchildren.
Doris Reed Dorris,
Doris passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 2, after having a mild stroke the previous week. She was 100 years old.
Doris was born in 1920 at The Connolly Place, her grandparent’s home. Her parents were Robert Lee Reed and Lois Connolly. She is a fourth generation Lockhartisan and taught primary school in Lockhart and Tillman after graduating from Southwest Texas Teacher’s College (now Texas State University) in San Marcos.
When she was eleven years old, she met the love of her life, Bill Dorris. The two became friends and promised to marry someday. Sixteen years later, after Bill returned from World War II, they married and moved to San Antonio where Bill worked tirelessly for veterans’ rights. After a decade, Bill was promoted to the position of Adjutant Quartermaster in the state offices of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and moved the family to Austin. The couple became a dynamic force in the state capital, fighting for the rights of veterans, their widows and orphans.
The Dorris family thrived in Austin where they were active members of St. John’s Methodist Church. Bill and Doris loved to entertain in their North Austin home and enjoyed traveling extensively to VFW conventions and on their own to destinations around the world.
Doris’ life was defined by loyalty to family and friends. She maintained friendships with people of all ages from 40 to 100 years old, especially Linda Cochran, her friend for over 25 years, and Brett Anderson who was a bright light in the last years of her life. Doris always remembered events, birthdays and special occasions with a phone call or card. Her home was always open and she was ready with a Coke or pizza if it was Saturday afternoon during football season.
She is survived by her daughter Debbie Heron and son-in-law Steve. Mama D flourished as a grandmother to beloved grandsons Tyler and Billy Heron, and Ernie Williamson, and as great grandmother to Travis, Mary Margaret and John Williamson.
Doris was always proud of her Caldwell County roots and traveling to The Connolly Place, where she and Bill maintained a cow herd and some very special horses on a part of the original homestead. In 2001, The Connolly Place was recognized by the Texas Family Land Heritage for being in the same family for over 100 years. She enjoyed telling stories of riding her horse to school, crossing Plum Creek on a cotton bale when it flooded and having one of the first bathtubs in Caldwell County. Additionally, she spoke proudly about her Great Grandfather, Jeff Connolly, and his membership in The Trail Drivers of Texas because of his repeated involvement in driving cattle on The Old Chisholm Trail. Together, she and Bill shared a place where kids and grandkids could learn how to drive, catch fish with the corner of a feed bag, ride horses and explore on land that has a deep family tradition.
Doris passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 2, after having a mild stroke the previous week. She was 100 years old.
Doris was born in 1920 at The Connolly Place, her grandparent’s home. Her parents were Robert Lee Reed and Lois Connolly. She is a fourth generation Lockhartisan and taught primary school in Lockhart and Tillman after graduating from Southwest Texas Teacher’s College (now Texas State University) in San Marcos.
When she was eleven years old, she met the love of her life, Bill Dorris. The two became friends and promised to marry someday. Sixteen years later, after Bill returned from World War II, they married and moved to San Antonio where Bill worked tirelessly for veterans’ rights. After a decade, Bill was promoted to the position of Adjutant Quartermaster in the state offices of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and moved the family to Austin. The couple became a dynamic force in the state capital, fighting for the rights of veterans, their widows and orphans.
The Dorris family thrived in Austin where they were active members of St. John’s Methodist Church. Bill and Doris loved to entertain in their North Austin home and enjoyed traveling extensively to VFW conventions and on their own to destinations around the world.
Doris’ life was defined by loyalty to family and friends. She maintained friendships with people of all ages from 40 to 100 years old, especially Linda Cochran, her friend for over 25 years, and Brett Anderson who was a bright light in the last years of her life. Doris always remembered events, birthdays and special occasions with a phone call or card. Her home was always open and she was ready with a Coke or pizza if it was Saturday afternoon during football season.
She is survived by her daughter Debbie Heron and son-in-law Steve. Mama D flourished as a grandmother to beloved grandsons Tyler and Billy Heron, and Ernie Williamson, and as great grandmother to Travis, Mary Margaret and John Williamson.
Doris was always proud of her Caldwell County roots and traveling to The Connolly Place, where she and Bill maintained a cow herd and some very special horses on a part of the original homestead. In 2001, The Connolly Place was recognized by the Texas Family Land Heritage for being in the same family for over 100 years. She enjoyed telling stories of riding her horse to school, crossing Plum Creek on a cotton bale when it flooded and having one of the first bathtubs in Caldwell County. Additionally, she spoke proudly about her Great Grandfather, Jeff Connolly, and his membership in The Trail Drivers of Texas because of his repeated involvement in driving cattle on The Old Chisholm Trail. Together, she and Bill shared a place where kids and grandkids could learn how to drive, catch fish with the corner of a feed bag, ride horses and explore on land that has a deep family tradition.
Noreen Paasch Sippel
Noreen passed away early on the morning of July 7, 2020 in her New Braunfels home at the age of 91. She was born on March 28, 1929 in San Antonio to the late Charles F. Paasch and Frieda Haverlah Anderson, and she was raised outside the town of Pawnee, TX. She graduated from Kenedy High School in 1946 and went on to earn bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education from Southwest Texas State Teachers College (which today is Texas State University). She met her husband-to-be, Walter John Sippel, Jr., while in college, and they married on March 26, 1955 in Pawnee. After college, she taught physical education for over 35 years in the New Braunfels Independent School District, and she invested a great deal of time into coaching girls’ volleyball, basketball, and track. Owing in part to her teaching career, she was widely recognized in the community to the extent that she could scarcely walk into a local store without an ex-student stopping her to say hello. Outside of her career, she was heavily involved in the community. She valued the city’s heritage, was particularly proud of her service as a docent at the Museum of Texas Handmade Furniture, and she was a lifetime member of the Sophienburg Museum. She was also closely involved with VFW Post 7110, where her husband served until his death in 1998. She attended St. Paul Lutheran Church and was a member of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed traveling all over the United States, and in her retirement, she spent time traveling the world with various family members.
Noreen passed away early on the morning of July 7, 2020 in her New Braunfels home at the age of 91. She was born on March 28, 1929 in San Antonio to the late Charles F. Paasch and Frieda Haverlah Anderson, and she was raised outside the town of Pawnee, TX. She graduated from Kenedy High School in 1946 and went on to earn bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education from Southwest Texas State Teachers College (which today is Texas State University). She met her husband-to-be, Walter John Sippel, Jr., while in college, and they married on March 26, 1955 in Pawnee. After college, she taught physical education for over 35 years in the New Braunfels Independent School District, and she invested a great deal of time into coaching girls’ volleyball, basketball, and track. Owing in part to her teaching career, she was widely recognized in the community to the extent that she could scarcely walk into a local store without an ex-student stopping her to say hello. Outside of her career, she was heavily involved in the community. She valued the city’s heritage, was particularly proud of her service as a docent at the Museum of Texas Handmade Furniture, and she was a lifetime member of the Sophienburg Museum. She was also closely involved with VFW Post 7110, where her husband served until his death in 1998. She attended St. Paul Lutheran Church and was a member of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed traveling all over the United States, and in her retirement, she spent time traveling the world with various family members.
Frieda O’Bar Mosier
It is with great sadness that the family of Frieda O’Bar Mosier announces her passing. Frieda was born April 20, 1930 in Gonzales, Texas and went to be with Jesus on July 7, 2020. She grew up in New Braunfels and married James H. Mosier from Beaumont, Kentucky on August 7th, 1949 at First Baptist Church. They met in Landa Park during one of the community dances at the Dance Slab. Frieda worked at WoolWorth’s & Peerless Pharmacy for many years and grew to love chocolate malts. Frieda and her late husband opened and ran Waterbed Haven in June of 1982, providing people in and around New Braunfels with waterbeds for sixteen years, until the store closed.
Frieda was an active member of several organizations in the community. She was a member of a Red Hat Society, the VFW Auxiliary Post 7110, and Eagles. She enjoyed playing Bingo and was a member of an active Bunko group in New Braunfels. She could often be found relaxing in Vegas or Coushatta with friends. Frieda took pride in entertaining her friends and family in her home and on the patio. She was an excellent cook well known for her chicken ‘n dumplings, pecan and lemon meringue pies among the family.
Frieda was a fun-loving Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. She is preceded in death by her husband James H. Mosier and sister, Mary Lowry. Frieda is survived by her son Dennis J. Mosier and wife Cynthia, granddaughters Lacy Trevino (Michael), Alysa Mosier (Julio), one grandson Michael James Trevino and two sisters Bea Soechting and Faye Gallion.
It is with great sadness that the family of Frieda O’Bar Mosier announces her passing. Frieda was born April 20, 1930 in Gonzales, Texas and went to be with Jesus on July 7, 2020. She grew up in New Braunfels and married James H. Mosier from Beaumont, Kentucky on August 7th, 1949 at First Baptist Church. They met in Landa Park during one of the community dances at the Dance Slab. Frieda worked at WoolWorth’s & Peerless Pharmacy for many years and grew to love chocolate malts. Frieda and her late husband opened and ran Waterbed Haven in June of 1982, providing people in and around New Braunfels with waterbeds for sixteen years, until the store closed.
Frieda was an active member of several organizations in the community. She was a member of a Red Hat Society, the VFW Auxiliary Post 7110, and Eagles. She enjoyed playing Bingo and was a member of an active Bunko group in New Braunfels. She could often be found relaxing in Vegas or Coushatta with friends. Frieda took pride in entertaining her friends and family in her home and on the patio. She was an excellent cook well known for her chicken ‘n dumplings, pecan and lemon meringue pies among the family.
Frieda was a fun-loving Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. She is preceded in death by her husband James H. Mosier and sister, Mary Lowry. Frieda is survived by her son Dennis J. Mosier and wife Cynthia, granddaughters Lacy Trevino (Michael), Alysa Mosier (Julio), one grandson Michael James Trevino and two sisters Bea Soechting and Faye Gallion.
Caroline Louise Wenske Wiedenfeld
Caroline was 92 years of age when she joined her Heavenly Father on May 27, 2020, with family by her side. Caroline was born May 1, 1928 in Gonzales, Texas to Julius Wenske and Cecilia (nee Beyer) Wenske. She was the youngest of 12 children. Her family moved to New Braunfels in 1944 after selling the family farm. On October 7, 1946, she married Freddie Wiedenfeld in New Braunfels.
Before her marriage, Caroline worked as a waitress at the Greyhound bus station. After her marriage, she was a wife, mother and homemaker. She went back to work in 1960 at New Braunfels Laundry. From there she was a waitress at Super Dog Drive Inn until 1965 when she went to work at Mission Valley Mills later known as West Point Pepperell where she retired in 1993. She was a member of Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church where she was a member of St. Ann’s Christian Mothers Altar Society. She was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court 2085 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Post 7110.
She is survived by her children, Merlene Peters, Jeanette Willard, David Wiedenfeld and wife Sharon and Tina Wiedenfeld all of New Braunfels; Frances Altwein and husband Frankie of Nixon, Texas; Mark Wiedenfeld and wife Christa of Kempner, Texas; Beverly Bretzke and companion Bobby Bartles; Kimberly Doege and husband David both of Seguin, Texas; 21 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Helen Mellor. She was Aunt Caroline to 60 nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, infant son Warren Wiedenfeld, son-in-law Robert Willard; granddaughter Kelsey Doege; brothers, Albert, Bennie, Walter and Raymond Wenske; sisters, Ella Votruba, Mary Lubbock, Clara Wostal, Isabell Wostal, Viola Mikesh, and Willie Mae Schneider.
Caroline was 92 years of age when she joined her Heavenly Father on May 27, 2020, with family by her side. Caroline was born May 1, 1928 in Gonzales, Texas to Julius Wenske and Cecilia (nee Beyer) Wenske. She was the youngest of 12 children. Her family moved to New Braunfels in 1944 after selling the family farm. On October 7, 1946, she married Freddie Wiedenfeld in New Braunfels.
Before her marriage, Caroline worked as a waitress at the Greyhound bus station. After her marriage, she was a wife, mother and homemaker. She went back to work in 1960 at New Braunfels Laundry. From there she was a waitress at Super Dog Drive Inn until 1965 when she went to work at Mission Valley Mills later known as West Point Pepperell where she retired in 1993. She was a member of Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church where she was a member of St. Ann’s Christian Mothers Altar Society. She was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court 2085 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Post 7110.
She is survived by her children, Merlene Peters, Jeanette Willard, David Wiedenfeld and wife Sharon and Tina Wiedenfeld all of New Braunfels; Frances Altwein and husband Frankie of Nixon, Texas; Mark Wiedenfeld and wife Christa of Kempner, Texas; Beverly Bretzke and companion Bobby Bartles; Kimberly Doege and husband David both of Seguin, Texas; 21 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Helen Mellor. She was Aunt Caroline to 60 nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, infant son Warren Wiedenfeld, son-in-law Robert Willard; granddaughter Kelsey Doege; brothers, Albert, Bennie, Walter and Raymond Wenske; sisters, Ella Votruba, Mary Lubbock, Clara Wostal, Isabell Wostal, Viola Mikesh, and Willie Mae Schneider.
Dorothy Mae Eickmann
was born on August 20, 1926 to Bruno and Erma Kraft in New Braunfels, Texas. She married her soul mate, Leroy Gilbert Eickmann and together they raised two daughters. She was an iconic presence at Krause’s, serving generations of patrons over her 50-year stint as a waitress there. She was involved with Wurstfest as Oma to Leroy’s Opa beginning in 1967 until his death in 1991, then continued her participation as a special guest through 2019. She was a member of Hermann Sons and Eagles Hall, and loved participating in community events of her cherished hometown. Dorothy went to join our Father in Heaven on May 20, 2020. She is preceded in death by her beloved Leroy, her parents, and her sister, Bernice Hahn. She is survived by her two daughters: Janie Maasen and Barbara Greebon; four grandchildren Beverly Stevens, Chris Kusak (Becky), Brad Greebon (Brenda), and Gregg Greebon (Rebecca); eight great-grandchildren: Justin Stevens, Zack Kusak, Tobey Kusak, Kirstyn Greebon, Aly Greebon, Luke Greebon, Andrew Greebon, and Emry Greebon; and countless friends and extended family. She was known as Miss Dorothy or Oma and dearly loved by all who knew her. We will miss her dearly.
was born on August 20, 1926 to Bruno and Erma Kraft in New Braunfels, Texas. She married her soul mate, Leroy Gilbert Eickmann and together they raised two daughters. She was an iconic presence at Krause’s, serving generations of patrons over her 50-year stint as a waitress there. She was involved with Wurstfest as Oma to Leroy’s Opa beginning in 1967 until his death in 1991, then continued her participation as a special guest through 2019. She was a member of Hermann Sons and Eagles Hall, and loved participating in community events of her cherished hometown. Dorothy went to join our Father in Heaven on May 20, 2020. She is preceded in death by her beloved Leroy, her parents, and her sister, Bernice Hahn. She is survived by her two daughters: Janie Maasen and Barbara Greebon; four grandchildren Beverly Stevens, Chris Kusak (Becky), Brad Greebon (Brenda), and Gregg Greebon (Rebecca); eight great-grandchildren: Justin Stevens, Zack Kusak, Tobey Kusak, Kirstyn Greebon, Aly Greebon, Luke Greebon, Andrew Greebon, and Emry Greebon; and countless friends and extended family. She was known as Miss Dorothy or Oma and dearly loved by all who knew her. We will miss her dearly.
Delphine Leatha Dykes
peacefully left us while at home to be with The Lord early on the morning of 4/14/2020.
She was born on July 29, 1930 in Texico, New Mexico where she met her husband Cecil James Dykes.
She was proceeded in death by her son Dwight Gregg Dykes.
She is survived by her husband, two brothers, two daughters, four grandchildren, two great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Delphine was extremely active throughout her life in helping her community through groups including the Presbyterian church, VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Red Hat Society and a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.
Her greatest joys in life came from being a Mother, Grandmother and Wife, duties she always carried out with her sunny disposition and seemingly permanent heartwarming smile.
peacefully left us while at home to be with The Lord early on the morning of 4/14/2020.
She was born on July 29, 1930 in Texico, New Mexico where she met her husband Cecil James Dykes.
She was proceeded in death by her son Dwight Gregg Dykes.
She is survived by her husband, two brothers, two daughters, four grandchildren, two great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Delphine was extremely active throughout her life in helping her community through groups including the Presbyterian church, VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Red Hat Society and a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.
Her greatest joys in life came from being a Mother, Grandmother and Wife, duties she always carried out with her sunny disposition and seemingly permanent heartwarming smile.
Louise Haley Pesek
September 17, 1925 - December 02, 2019
At the age of 94, A loving wife, mother, grandmother, friend, our beloved Louise Haley (Fries) Pesek, left this earth for her heavenly home on December 2, 2019.
Louise Haley was born September 17, 1925, in Sandy, Texas to James August and Zora Etta (Dildine) Haley, one of seven children. Louise grew up in Johnson City, Texas and graduated from Johnson City High School.
On October 10, 1942, Louise married the love of her life, A. J. Fries. They were married for 59 years, until his death, September 3, 2000. They were blessed with two daughters, Sherry and Charlotte. They made a life in Blanco, Texas until 1961 when they relocated to New Braunfels, Texas. Determined and adventuresome, Louise embarked on a new career in cosmetology. She opened the New Braunfels House of Beauty which she joyfully owned and operated for many years.
Louise will forever be loved and missed by those who survive her: Her daughter, Charlotte Sitka and husband Thomas; three grandchildren Richard Mark Kanz, Trina Patek and husband Terry, Tara Trlicek and husband Jeff, and; ten great-grandchildren - Ashten Patek Cox and husband J.Brent, Ali Patek and husband, Wesley, Autumn, and Trace Patek, Rhett, Rylee, and Brandt Trlicek, Baley, Noah, and Matthew Kanz, great-great-grandson J. Witt Cox; brother Cleveland Haley, and her best friend and antiquing buddy, Patsy Lewis, and many other friends and relatives.
Sadly, preceded in death by her daughter Sherry and her husband A.J. Fries; True to form, indomitable in spirit, she built a second life when she married Robert J. Pesek in 2001. The two traveled the world and spent fourteen happy years together until his death in 2016. They lived in Hallettsville, close to Charlotte and her husband Tommy Sitka, their daughters, and her beloved great-grandchildren.
September 17, 1925 - December 02, 2019
At the age of 94, A loving wife, mother, grandmother, friend, our beloved Louise Haley (Fries) Pesek, left this earth for her heavenly home on December 2, 2019.
Louise Haley was born September 17, 1925, in Sandy, Texas to James August and Zora Etta (Dildine) Haley, one of seven children. Louise grew up in Johnson City, Texas and graduated from Johnson City High School.
On October 10, 1942, Louise married the love of her life, A. J. Fries. They were married for 59 years, until his death, September 3, 2000. They were blessed with two daughters, Sherry and Charlotte. They made a life in Blanco, Texas until 1961 when they relocated to New Braunfels, Texas. Determined and adventuresome, Louise embarked on a new career in cosmetology. She opened the New Braunfels House of Beauty which she joyfully owned and operated for many years.
Louise will forever be loved and missed by those who survive her: Her daughter, Charlotte Sitka and husband Thomas; three grandchildren Richard Mark Kanz, Trina Patek and husband Terry, Tara Trlicek and husband Jeff, and; ten great-grandchildren - Ashten Patek Cox and husband J.Brent, Ali Patek and husband, Wesley, Autumn, and Trace Patek, Rhett, Rylee, and Brandt Trlicek, Baley, Noah, and Matthew Kanz, great-great-grandson J. Witt Cox; brother Cleveland Haley, and her best friend and antiquing buddy, Patsy Lewis, and many other friends and relatives.
Sadly, preceded in death by her daughter Sherry and her husband A.J. Fries; True to form, indomitable in spirit, she built a second life when she married Robert J. Pesek in 2001. The two traveled the world and spent fourteen happy years together until his death in 2016. They lived in Hallettsville, close to Charlotte and her husband Tommy Sitka, their daughters, and her beloved great-grandchildren.
Alice Jaroszeski
Alice passed away on May 23rd, 2019 in Peyton, Colorado. She was 97 years old. She was a long time resident of New Braunfels before moving to Colorado with her daughter and son-in-law. The family will have a memorial service for her in New Braunfels at Cross Lutheran Church on August 24th, 2019 at 11:00 am.
Alice passed away on May 23rd, 2019 in Peyton, Colorado. She was 97 years old. She was a long time resident of New Braunfels before moving to Colorado with her daughter and son-in-law. The family will have a memorial service for her in New Braunfels at Cross Lutheran Church on August 24th, 2019 at 11:00 am.
Dorothy Willmann
Dorothy age 96, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away on May 16, 2019. She was born June 5, 1922 in Mason, Texas, to Olga and Robert Fischer. After graduating from Mason High School, Dorothy attended Southwest Texas State Teachers College, now Texas State University, in San Marcos, Texas. She became a school teacher and taught school in Mason and in Seguin. In June of 1947 Dorothy married Alton Willmann of Seguin. They lived in San Antonio over twenty-five years and have been in New Braunfels since 1973. Dorothy was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Albert Kypfer Hermann Sons Lodge, and VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 7110. She was preceded in death by Alton Willmann, her loving husband of sixty-two years, her parents, her sister Helen Fischer, son-in-law Gordon Sitton, and beloved grandson, Brad Sitton. Dorothy is survived by her four children: son Kent Willmann and wife, Beverly of New Braunfels; daughter Kay Caran and husband Chris of Austin; daughter Dian Sitton of San Antonio; and daughter Peggy Boldt and husband Dan of San Antonio. Her grandchildren are Jill Dunn and husband Joe of San Antonio; Abby Griffith and husband Bill of Los Angeles; Libby Thomas of Houston; Blake Boldt and wife, Ashley of San Antonio; Kara Minarcik and husband, Jeff of San Antonio; and Katherine Willmann of San Marcos. Dorothy’s great-grandchildren are Mason and Emory Dunn of San Antonio; Alana, Logan and Shayleigh Thomas of Houston; Lana, Cade and Ava Boldt of San Antonio; Brooklyn and Brody Minarcik of San Antonio; and Emmy and Grey Griffith of Los Angeles.
, age 96, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away on May 16, 2019. She was born June 5, 1922 in Mason, Texas, to Olga and Robert Fischer. After graduating from Mason High School, Dorothy attended Southwest Texas State Teachers College, now Texas State University, in San Marcos, Texas. She became a school teacher and taught school in Mason and in Seguin. In June of 1947 Dorothy married Alton Willmann of Seguin. They lived in San Antonio over twenty-five years and have been in New Braunfels since 1973. Dorothy was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Albert Kypfer Hermann Sons Lodge, and VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 7110. She was preceded in death by Alton Willmann, her loving husband of sixty-two years, her parents, her sister Helen Fischer, son-in-law Gordon Sitton, and beloved grandson, Brad Sitton. Dorothy is survived by her four children: son Kent Willmann and wife, Beverly of New Braunfels; daughter Kay Caran and husband Chris of Austin; daughter Dian Sitton of San Antonio; and daughter Peggy Boldt and husband Dan of San Antonio. Her grandchildren are Jill Dunn and husband Joe of San Antonio; Abby Griffith and husband Bill of Los Angeles; Libby Thomas of Houston; Blake Boldt and wife, Ashley of San Antonio; Kara Minarcik and husband, Jeff of San Antonio; and Katherine Willmann of San Marcos. Dorothy’s great-grandchildren are Mason and Emory Dunn of San Antonio; Alana, Logan and Shayleigh Thomas of Houston; Lana, Cade and Ava Boldt of San Antonio; Brooklyn and Brody Minarcik of San Antonio; and Emmy and Grey Griffith of Los Angeles.
Dorothy age 96, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away on May 16, 2019. She was born June 5, 1922 in Mason, Texas, to Olga and Robert Fischer. After graduating from Mason High School, Dorothy attended Southwest Texas State Teachers College, now Texas State University, in San Marcos, Texas. She became a school teacher and taught school in Mason and in Seguin. In June of 1947 Dorothy married Alton Willmann of Seguin. They lived in San Antonio over twenty-five years and have been in New Braunfels since 1973. Dorothy was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Albert Kypfer Hermann Sons Lodge, and VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 7110. She was preceded in death by Alton Willmann, her loving husband of sixty-two years, her parents, her sister Helen Fischer, son-in-law Gordon Sitton, and beloved grandson, Brad Sitton. Dorothy is survived by her four children: son Kent Willmann and wife, Beverly of New Braunfels; daughter Kay Caran and husband Chris of Austin; daughter Dian Sitton of San Antonio; and daughter Peggy Boldt and husband Dan of San Antonio. Her grandchildren are Jill Dunn and husband Joe of San Antonio; Abby Griffith and husband Bill of Los Angeles; Libby Thomas of Houston; Blake Boldt and wife, Ashley of San Antonio; Kara Minarcik and husband, Jeff of San Antonio; and Katherine Willmann of San Marcos. Dorothy’s great-grandchildren are Mason and Emory Dunn of San Antonio; Alana, Logan and Shayleigh Thomas of Houston; Lana, Cade and Ava Boldt of San Antonio; Brooklyn and Brody Minarcik of San Antonio; and Emmy and Grey Griffith of Los Angeles.
, age 96, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away on May 16, 2019. She was born June 5, 1922 in Mason, Texas, to Olga and Robert Fischer. After graduating from Mason High School, Dorothy attended Southwest Texas State Teachers College, now Texas State University, in San Marcos, Texas. She became a school teacher and taught school in Mason and in Seguin. In June of 1947 Dorothy married Alton Willmann of Seguin. They lived in San Antonio over twenty-five years and have been in New Braunfels since 1973. Dorothy was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Albert Kypfer Hermann Sons Lodge, and VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 7110. She was preceded in death by Alton Willmann, her loving husband of sixty-two years, her parents, her sister Helen Fischer, son-in-law Gordon Sitton, and beloved grandson, Brad Sitton. Dorothy is survived by her four children: son Kent Willmann and wife, Beverly of New Braunfels; daughter Kay Caran and husband Chris of Austin; daughter Dian Sitton of San Antonio; and daughter Peggy Boldt and husband Dan of San Antonio. Her grandchildren are Jill Dunn and husband Joe of San Antonio; Abby Griffith and husband Bill of Los Angeles; Libby Thomas of Houston; Blake Boldt and wife, Ashley of San Antonio; Kara Minarcik and husband, Jeff of San Antonio; and Katherine Willmann of San Marcos. Dorothy’s great-grandchildren are Mason and Emory Dunn of San Antonio; Alana, Logan and Shayleigh Thomas of Houston; Lana, Cade and Ava Boldt of San Antonio; Brooklyn and Brody Minarcik of San Antonio; and Emmy and Grey Griffith of Los Angeles.
Julia A. Perkins
passed away at the age of 75 on November 16, 2018 in New Braunfels, TX. She was born on January 17, 1943 in Arlington, TX to D. Weldon & Fannie Hollars. She was a loving wife of 55 years, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend who will be dearly missed. She was in many organizations including the Order of the Eastern Star, VFW Auxiliary and the Navy Officers Spouses Club.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband, Robert D. Perkins; son, Mark Perkins & wife Stefanie; daughter, Tracy L. Dodson & husband Steve; grandchildren, Jesse T. Dunn and Lacy D. Dunn; great-grandson, Jaxon Dunn.
passed away at the age of 75 on November 16, 2018 in New Braunfels, TX. She was born on January 17, 1943 in Arlington, TX to D. Weldon & Fannie Hollars. She was a loving wife of 55 years, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend who will be dearly missed. She was in many organizations including the Order of the Eastern Star, VFW Auxiliary and the Navy Officers Spouses Club.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband, Robert D. Perkins; son, Mark Perkins & wife Stefanie; daughter, Tracy L. Dodson & husband Steve; grandchildren, Jesse T. Dunn and Lacy D. Dunn; great-grandson, Jaxon Dunn.
Norma Remmler
Norma passed away on February 16, 2019, in New Braunfels, Texas. She was born September 9, 1921, in Bracken, Texas to parents Adolf Moehrig and Dorothea (nee) Krueger. On July 3, 1944 Norma was married to Hilmar Remmler. Norma was a dedicated employee, and a loving wife, sister, mother, grandmother (Omie) and great-grandmother. She and Hilmar enjoyed 9 pin bowling and dancing. She was a member of Hermann Son’s and VFW Auxiliary, and attended Faith United Church of Christ until unable due to health reasons. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hilmar Remmler; sister, Erena Jentsch; and son, Larry Remmler. She is survived by son, Nelson Remmler (Janie); daughter, Darlene Raderstorf (Jerry); grandchildren, Kori Whited (Randy), Ian Remmler (Carolyn); Alan Raderstorf, Tifaney Raderstorf; great-grandchildren, Ginny Whited, Mandy Whited, Oliver Remmler, Nora Remmler, and Julie Holland.
Norma passed away on February 16, 2019, in New Braunfels, Texas. She was born September 9, 1921, in Bracken, Texas to parents Adolf Moehrig and Dorothea (nee) Krueger. On July 3, 1944 Norma was married to Hilmar Remmler. Norma was a dedicated employee, and a loving wife, sister, mother, grandmother (Omie) and great-grandmother. She and Hilmar enjoyed 9 pin bowling and dancing. She was a member of Hermann Son’s and VFW Auxiliary, and attended Faith United Church of Christ until unable due to health reasons. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hilmar Remmler; sister, Erena Jentsch; and son, Larry Remmler. She is survived by son, Nelson Remmler (Janie); daughter, Darlene Raderstorf (Jerry); grandchildren, Kori Whited (Randy), Ian Remmler (Carolyn); Alan Raderstorf, Tifaney Raderstorf; great-grandchildren, Ginny Whited, Mandy Whited, Oliver Remmler, Nora Remmler, and Julie Holland.
Mary Lualice Lieck
Mary, age 90, of New Braunfels, Texas went home to our Lord on January 17, 2019. She was born on August 11,1928, on the family farm in Runnels County, Texas to Wyatt and Margaret Wilson McKown. After the family moved to San Antonio, Texas, Mary attended and graduated from San Antonio Vocational Technical High School now Fox Tech. After high school, she attended The Medical & Surgical Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, now Baptist Memorial School of Nursing, receiving her Diploma R.N. graduating in 1948.
Mary met her future husband, Milton William Lieck, while she was caring for his mother in the hospital. Milton asked his mother who that cute little nurse was and told his mother that he was going to marry her one day. Milton and Mary did marry on April 10, 1948, in the same year that she graduated from nurses training. Mary practiced nursing for over 20 years working for both hospitals and private practice physicians in San Antonio, Houston and briefly in New Braunfels where she and Milton both retired. They both loved nine-pin bowling and going to dances with their friends. Mary loved fishing anywhere that she could, hunting, playing Bingo, going to the casino and being with her friends. She was strong in her faith and a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, St. Ann’s Christian Mother’s Society and she belonged to the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. In her retirement, she was diagnosed with breast cancer and continued to be a survivor until her death.
Her parents, Wyatt and Margaret Wilson McKown; husband Milton Lieck and her sister Patsy Jean Travis preceded Mary in death. She is survived by her daughter Glenda Janca, husband Bob, their sons, Clayton and Matthew Janca, wife Julie, great-grandchildren Christopher and Caden McAninch . Her son Alan Lieck and wife Margie, their daughters Heather Larson and husband David, Anneke Talviste and husband Jason, great-grandchildren Riley and Lia Talviste, as well as cousins, five nephews and their families.
Mary, age 90, of New Braunfels, Texas went home to our Lord on January 17, 2019. She was born on August 11,1928, on the family farm in Runnels County, Texas to Wyatt and Margaret Wilson McKown. After the family moved to San Antonio, Texas, Mary attended and graduated from San Antonio Vocational Technical High School now Fox Tech. After high school, she attended The Medical & Surgical Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, now Baptist Memorial School of Nursing, receiving her Diploma R.N. graduating in 1948.
Mary met her future husband, Milton William Lieck, while she was caring for his mother in the hospital. Milton asked his mother who that cute little nurse was and told his mother that he was going to marry her one day. Milton and Mary did marry on April 10, 1948, in the same year that she graduated from nurses training. Mary practiced nursing for over 20 years working for both hospitals and private practice physicians in San Antonio, Houston and briefly in New Braunfels where she and Milton both retired. They both loved nine-pin bowling and going to dances with their friends. Mary loved fishing anywhere that she could, hunting, playing Bingo, going to the casino and being with her friends. She was strong in her faith and a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, St. Ann’s Christian Mother’s Society and she belonged to the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. In her retirement, she was diagnosed with breast cancer and continued to be a survivor until her death.
Her parents, Wyatt and Margaret Wilson McKown; husband Milton Lieck and her sister Patsy Jean Travis preceded Mary in death. She is survived by her daughter Glenda Janca, husband Bob, their sons, Clayton and Matthew Janca, wife Julie, great-grandchildren Christopher and Caden McAninch . Her son Alan Lieck and wife Margie, their daughters Heather Larson and husband David, Anneke Talviste and husband Jason, great-grandchildren Riley and Lia Talviste, as well as cousins, five nephews and their families.
Pauline Morris
Pauline was born on November 23, 1926 and passed away on January 16, 2019
Pauline was born on November 23, 1926 and passed away on January 16, 2019
Irene Bartels
Irene Otillie Bartels (Naumann), passed away Saturday, December 8, 2018 in New Braunfels, Texas. Irene was born September 9, 1923 to Julius and Frieda Naumann in Guadalupe County, Texas. She grew up in Seguin, TX and spent her teenage and early adulthood years, cleaning houses, baby sitting and then as a car-hop. It was at the Orange Bowl, a drive-in, in Seguin, that she met the love of her life, Barney. They were married in 1941, residing the majority of their 63-year marriage in the same house in New Braunfels, also where she lived for 71 years of her life.
Affectionately known as “Omie” to her grandchildren, or “Kleine-Omie” to her great-grandchildren, she thoroughly enjoyed baking, quilting, gardening, bowling, teaching Sunday school and was an avid Bingo player. Her love of baking and crafts can be seen by the numerous trophies and ribbons she won throughout her life from entering them in the Comal County Fair. She was especially known for her vast spoon collection (over 500 unique spoons from all over the globe) and her yo-yo quilts, one of which she was still working on through the last month of her life. Irene was well known in the New Braunfels community and was a lifelong member of the VFW Post 7110, Fraternal Order of the Eagles Auxillary 2999 (52 years) and Herman Sons – Kypfer-Salge Lodge #106 (70 years).
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Barney “Opie” Bartels; parents, Julius and Frieda Naumann; sister, Pearl Wiley; brother, Julius “Sonny” Naumann, Jr.; and special friend later in life, Raymond Salge. She is survived by her sons, Bobby Bartels and girlfriend, Beverly Bretzke; Rodney “Petey” Bartels and wife Sharon; grandson, Jeremy Bartels and wife Jenny; granddaughter, Jennifer Bartels; and great-grandchildren, Logan and Amelia Bartels.
Irene Otillie Bartels (Naumann), passed away Saturday, December 8, 2018 in New Braunfels, Texas. Irene was born September 9, 1923 to Julius and Frieda Naumann in Guadalupe County, Texas. She grew up in Seguin, TX and spent her teenage and early adulthood years, cleaning houses, baby sitting and then as a car-hop. It was at the Orange Bowl, a drive-in, in Seguin, that she met the love of her life, Barney. They were married in 1941, residing the majority of their 63-year marriage in the same house in New Braunfels, also where she lived for 71 years of her life.
Affectionately known as “Omie” to her grandchildren, or “Kleine-Omie” to her great-grandchildren, she thoroughly enjoyed baking, quilting, gardening, bowling, teaching Sunday school and was an avid Bingo player. Her love of baking and crafts can be seen by the numerous trophies and ribbons she won throughout her life from entering them in the Comal County Fair. She was especially known for her vast spoon collection (over 500 unique spoons from all over the globe) and her yo-yo quilts, one of which she was still working on through the last month of her life. Irene was well known in the New Braunfels community and was a lifelong member of the VFW Post 7110, Fraternal Order of the Eagles Auxillary 2999 (52 years) and Herman Sons – Kypfer-Salge Lodge #106 (70 years).
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Barney “Opie” Bartels; parents, Julius and Frieda Naumann; sister, Pearl Wiley; brother, Julius “Sonny” Naumann, Jr.; and special friend later in life, Raymond Salge. She is survived by her sons, Bobby Bartels and girlfriend, Beverly Bretzke; Rodney “Petey” Bartels and wife Sharon; grandson, Jeremy Bartels and wife Jenny; granddaughter, Jennifer Bartels; and great-grandchildren, Logan and Amelia Bartels.
Maxine Reininger
Maxine left this world on Saturday, November 24, 2018 to join the Lord and be reunited with her husband, Leroy, and daughter, Gayle. She was 91 years of age and died peacefully in her sleep at the Estrella Oaks Rehabilitation and Long Term Care Center in Georgetown, Texas.
She was born May 21, 1927 in San Antonio to John and Augusta (Gussie) Ackermann, the second of two daughters. She grew up on the family farm and graduated from St. Gerard’s High School in San Antonio before going to work at Southwestern Bell. She married the love of her life on October 4, 1947 and together she and Leroy raised three children, Kenneth, Cheryl (Crawley), and Gayle (Hendry) and spent the next 70 years together. The focus of her life was providing a warm and Christian home for Leroy and the children.
Maxine regularly attended Mass at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church with her family, and she was a long-term active member of multiple organizations at the Church to include the Christian Mothers Society, Sts. Peter and Paul School Club, and the Church’s Thrift Shop. She devoted much of her time volunteering for these groups, though most notably dedicating the majority of her life to the Thrift Shop. Maxine worked at the Thrift Shop until she was 90 years old when she moved to Georgetown in February of this year. Her grandkids will miss getting Thrift Shop treasures from Granny at Christmas!
Maxine spent many hours tending to her flowers, sewing, and baking. Her cinnamon rolls were so coveted by her family; she made a handmade batch for each family member’s birthday every year.She also enjoyed being involved in the VFW Auxiliary and attended many of their activities with Leroy. Maxine and Leroy could also be seen regularly at Freiheit Bowling Club and Comal Bowl, an activity they so enjoyed doing together.
Maxine was preceded in death by her sister, Hortense, and her parents. She was survived by two children; 6 grandchildren, Heath Reininger, Chrisa (Mark) Crawley Dorsey, Amanda (Travis) Hendry Campbell, Jeremy (Jenna) Crawley, Megan (Chris) Crawley Jensen, and Clint (Talia) Hendry; and 12 great grandchildren.
Maxine left this world on Saturday, November 24, 2018 to join the Lord and be reunited with her husband, Leroy, and daughter, Gayle. She was 91 years of age and died peacefully in her sleep at the Estrella Oaks Rehabilitation and Long Term Care Center in Georgetown, Texas.
She was born May 21, 1927 in San Antonio to John and Augusta (Gussie) Ackermann, the second of two daughters. She grew up on the family farm and graduated from St. Gerard’s High School in San Antonio before going to work at Southwestern Bell. She married the love of her life on October 4, 1947 and together she and Leroy raised three children, Kenneth, Cheryl (Crawley), and Gayle (Hendry) and spent the next 70 years together. The focus of her life was providing a warm and Christian home for Leroy and the children.
Maxine regularly attended Mass at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church with her family, and she was a long-term active member of multiple organizations at the Church to include the Christian Mothers Society, Sts. Peter and Paul School Club, and the Church’s Thrift Shop. She devoted much of her time volunteering for these groups, though most notably dedicating the majority of her life to the Thrift Shop. Maxine worked at the Thrift Shop until she was 90 years old when she moved to Georgetown in February of this year. Her grandkids will miss getting Thrift Shop treasures from Granny at Christmas!
Maxine spent many hours tending to her flowers, sewing, and baking. Her cinnamon rolls were so coveted by her family; she made a handmade batch for each family member’s birthday every year.She also enjoyed being involved in the VFW Auxiliary and attended many of their activities with Leroy. Maxine and Leroy could also be seen regularly at Freiheit Bowling Club and Comal Bowl, an activity they so enjoyed doing together.
Maxine was preceded in death by her sister, Hortense, and her parents. She was survived by two children; 6 grandchildren, Heath Reininger, Chrisa (Mark) Crawley Dorsey, Amanda (Travis) Hendry Campbell, Jeremy (Jenna) Crawley, Megan (Chris) Crawley Jensen, and Clint (Talia) Hendry; and 12 great grandchildren.
Ilma Sue Heinemeyer
Ilma Sue Heinemeyer, 90, of New Braunfels joined our Lord on Wednesday, October 24, 2018, after a long illness surrounded by family. Her wishes were to be buried at Guadalupe Valley Cemetery along side her loving husband Alvin. Sue was born January 1, 1928, in New Braunfels, Texas to Hertha and Arthur Krueger. Sue attended New Braunfels High School. Her first job was at Richter’s pharmacy on the square in New Braunfels. On January 18, 1947 she married Alvin Werner Heinemeyer. They moved to Pasadena, Texas in 1953 where Alvin worked for Phillips Petroleum. She continued to work in the drug store field, working at Abel’s Pharmacy and continued to raise her sons. In 1964, they moved to Brazoria where she fell in love with the people. She enjoyed the friendships she made. She also worked at Wright’s pharmacy. In 1984, they retired and moved back home to New Braunfels. She had great pride in her home that they built. She loved to garden with Alvin. They were reunited with many family and friends from their younger days. Several couples would get together to play cards, BBQ and just enjoy retirement. They joined the Fraternal Order of Eagles #2999 where she held several positions in the auxiliary. She worked the Comal County Fair and Wurst Fest for several years. She made many cakes and pies for Bingo night and birthday suppers. Her favorite job was to review the college scholarships for the high school seniors. She just wanted everyone to succeed in life. Her greatest joy was her family. She was married to Alvin for 71 years January of 2018. Every year after they moved back to New Braunfels all the family looked forward to holidays and summer vacations at Grandma and Papa’s. She was a member of the First Methodist Church of Brazoria and First Protestant Church of New Braunfels. She left a legacy of hard work, a caring heart, along with dedication and commitment to her husband, family and friends. Sue was preceded in death by her parents, husband Alvin Werner Heinemeyer, son Russell Ray Heinemeyer, sister Eva Nell Cribbs, brother Freddie Krueger, sister-in-law Betty Krueger and daughter-in-law Betty Sue Heinemeyer. She is survived by her two sons Jerry Heinemeyer of New Braunfels, Texas and Robert Heinemeyer and wife Ruth of Angleton, Texas. She had six grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Her grandchildren are Scott Heinemeyer and his wife Peggy of Richmond and children, Jeffrey Heinemeyer and wife Leigh of Prosper and daughter, Eric Heinemeyer of Richmond, Andrew Heinemeyer and son of Richmond, Chris Heinemeyer of Brazoria and Angela Bowers and husband Brian of Angleton and children. She is also survived by her brother Wilbert Krueger and friend Jeanie Hoevel and brother-in-law Don Cribbs. The family will be forever grateful for the wonderful care she received at Christus Santa Rosa, New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation, Warm Springs, Kirkwood Manor and Hope Hospice. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hope Hospice or First Protestant Church of New Braunfels in Sue’s name. Pall Bearers will be: Scott, Jeff, Josh and Chris Heinemeyer, Brian Bowers and Terry Krueger
Ilma Sue Heinemeyer, 90, of New Braunfels joined our Lord on Wednesday, October 24, 2018, after a long illness surrounded by family. Her wishes were to be buried at Guadalupe Valley Cemetery along side her loving husband Alvin. Sue was born January 1, 1928, in New Braunfels, Texas to Hertha and Arthur Krueger. Sue attended New Braunfels High School. Her first job was at Richter’s pharmacy on the square in New Braunfels. On January 18, 1947 she married Alvin Werner Heinemeyer. They moved to Pasadena, Texas in 1953 where Alvin worked for Phillips Petroleum. She continued to work in the drug store field, working at Abel’s Pharmacy and continued to raise her sons. In 1964, they moved to Brazoria where she fell in love with the people. She enjoyed the friendships she made. She also worked at Wright’s pharmacy. In 1984, they retired and moved back home to New Braunfels. She had great pride in her home that they built. She loved to garden with Alvin. They were reunited with many family and friends from their younger days. Several couples would get together to play cards, BBQ and just enjoy retirement. They joined the Fraternal Order of Eagles #2999 where she held several positions in the auxiliary. She worked the Comal County Fair and Wurst Fest for several years. She made many cakes and pies for Bingo night and birthday suppers. Her favorite job was to review the college scholarships for the high school seniors. She just wanted everyone to succeed in life. Her greatest joy was her family. She was married to Alvin for 71 years January of 2018. Every year after they moved back to New Braunfels all the family looked forward to holidays and summer vacations at Grandma and Papa’s. She was a member of the First Methodist Church of Brazoria and First Protestant Church of New Braunfels. She left a legacy of hard work, a caring heart, along with dedication and commitment to her husband, family and friends. Sue was preceded in death by her parents, husband Alvin Werner Heinemeyer, son Russell Ray Heinemeyer, sister Eva Nell Cribbs, brother Freddie Krueger, sister-in-law Betty Krueger and daughter-in-law Betty Sue Heinemeyer. She is survived by her two sons Jerry Heinemeyer of New Braunfels, Texas and Robert Heinemeyer and wife Ruth of Angleton, Texas. She had six grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Her grandchildren are Scott Heinemeyer and his wife Peggy of Richmond and children, Jeffrey Heinemeyer and wife Leigh of Prosper and daughter, Eric Heinemeyer of Richmond, Andrew Heinemeyer and son of Richmond, Chris Heinemeyer of Brazoria and Angela Bowers and husband Brian of Angleton and children. She is also survived by her brother Wilbert Krueger and friend Jeanie Hoevel and brother-in-law Don Cribbs. The family will be forever grateful for the wonderful care she received at Christus Santa Rosa, New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation, Warm Springs, Kirkwood Manor and Hope Hospice. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hope Hospice or First Protestant Church of New Braunfels in Sue’s name. Pall Bearers will be: Scott, Jeff, Josh and Chris Heinemeyer, Brian Bowers and Terry Krueger
Willie Mae Schneider
At the age 91, died peacefully at her home surrounded by family on July 29, 2018 from complications of Congestive Heart Failure following a long, loving, caring, and generous life.
She was born on November 12, 1926 in Gonzales, Texas to Cecilia and Juluis Wenske, the 11th of 12 children. Willie Mae moved with her family to New Braunfels at the age of 18. She met the love of her life, Collen Roy Schneider at Gruene Hall. They were married on February 23, 1949 and began their life together.
Willie Mae was a stay at home wife and mother for many years. She worked as a cashier at Comal Cottons and was Housekeeping Supervisor at Eden Home for 12 years with the latter, being her pride and joy job. She took great pride in her responsibilities and expectations and set an extreme example for others. She was a fabulous cook especially known for her amazing pecan pies. The San Antonio Spurs and the Houston Astros were her number one teams. Her biggest joy in life was spending time with her family, especially being “Granny” to her grandchildren, great grandchildren and others.
She was a member of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, St. Ann’s Christian Mothers’ Altar Society, and Order of the Sons of Hermann Lodge New Braunfels.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecilia and Juluis Wenske, her husband, Collen Roy Schneider of 58 years, Brothers, Albert, Walter, Bennie and Raymond Wenske. Sisters, Ella Votruba, Mary Lubbock, Clara Wostal, Isabell Wostal, and Violia Mikesh. Brother-in-laws, Bill Votruba, Grayson Lubbock, Anton Wostal, Sam Wostal, Henry Mikesh, George Mellor, Freddie Wiedenfeld, and Jerome Schneider. Sister-in-laws, Rhoda Wenske, Julia Wenske, Esther Wenske, and Rosalie Wenske. Daughter-in-law, Peggy Schneider.
Survivors include Carol Freimuth and husband Vernon of New Braunfels, Darrel Schneider of Seguin, Kay Rust and husband Randy of New Braunfels. Grandchildren include Whitney Fey and husband Keith, Trey Rust and wife Jenn, Trint Rust and wife Sarah. Great Grandchildren include Kassidy, Kiersten, and Kortney Fey, Hunter and Ryan Rust, Hagen Rust. Sisters include Helen Mellor, Caroline Wiedenfeld, Sister-in-law Anna Mae Schneider and numerous nieces and nephews.
At the age 91, died peacefully at her home surrounded by family on July 29, 2018 from complications of Congestive Heart Failure following a long, loving, caring, and generous life.
She was born on November 12, 1926 in Gonzales, Texas to Cecilia and Juluis Wenske, the 11th of 12 children. Willie Mae moved with her family to New Braunfels at the age of 18. She met the love of her life, Collen Roy Schneider at Gruene Hall. They were married on February 23, 1949 and began their life together.
Willie Mae was a stay at home wife and mother for many years. She worked as a cashier at Comal Cottons and was Housekeeping Supervisor at Eden Home for 12 years with the latter, being her pride and joy job. She took great pride in her responsibilities and expectations and set an extreme example for others. She was a fabulous cook especially known for her amazing pecan pies. The San Antonio Spurs and the Houston Astros were her number one teams. Her biggest joy in life was spending time with her family, especially being “Granny” to her grandchildren, great grandchildren and others.
She was a member of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, St. Ann’s Christian Mothers’ Altar Society, and Order of the Sons of Hermann Lodge New Braunfels.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecilia and Juluis Wenske, her husband, Collen Roy Schneider of 58 years, Brothers, Albert, Walter, Bennie and Raymond Wenske. Sisters, Ella Votruba, Mary Lubbock, Clara Wostal, Isabell Wostal, and Violia Mikesh. Brother-in-laws, Bill Votruba, Grayson Lubbock, Anton Wostal, Sam Wostal, Henry Mikesh, George Mellor, Freddie Wiedenfeld, and Jerome Schneider. Sister-in-laws, Rhoda Wenske, Julia Wenske, Esther Wenske, and Rosalie Wenske. Daughter-in-law, Peggy Schneider.
Survivors include Carol Freimuth and husband Vernon of New Braunfels, Darrel Schneider of Seguin, Kay Rust and husband Randy of New Braunfels. Grandchildren include Whitney Fey and husband Keith, Trey Rust and wife Jenn, Trint Rust and wife Sarah. Great Grandchildren include Kassidy, Kiersten, and Kortney Fey, Hunter and Ryan Rust, Hagen Rust. Sisters include Helen Mellor, Caroline Wiedenfeld, Sister-in-law Anna Mae Schneider and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mildred “Mil” Allen Duhon
Mildred was born in Concrete, DeWitt County, Texas on September 5, 1919, died on July 17, 2018, following a loving and full life as a true Texas woman. Mil was born to Arthur James Allen and Martha McGehee Allen of Victoria, Texas.
Mil treasured her Texas heritage and family history. Her great-great Grandfather, James Lemuel Allen, was the last courier from The Alamo before the siege. Her other great-great Grandfather, Volentine Hoch, was among the early German settlers. He and his family landed at Indianola, Texas, and later he established the town of Hochheim, Texas.
Mildred was preceded in death by her parents and Carl H. Duhon, her husband of 67 years and her sister, Elizabeth Moudy, of Lebanon, PA. Mildred and Carl were married in 1940, both of Victoria, TX. They lived in various places, but have made their home in New Braunfels since 1979, among the trees, water and hill country they loved so very much.
Mil was a graduate of Patty Welder High School and Victoria College and received her B.A. From The University of Houston. She was a member of Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society, Texas State Teachers Association and New Braunfels Retired Teachers Association. She was also a member of the New Braunfels Presbyterian Church, Republican Women, Daughters of the Republic of Texas, New Braunfels Garden Club and volunteered with American Red Cross. Before her retirement, she taught special needs children in Pasadena, TX. As her sons were growing up, Mil was active with Cub Scouts, PTA and other volunteer activities. She was a lover of nature and thanked God for the beauty of the Earth. Mil was a woman of faith and was active in her church wherever she lived.
Mil’s favorite things included needlepoint, oil painting, reading, travel, gardening, bridge and most of all, spending time with her granddaughter, Lindsey.
Mil is survived by son David and son Michael and his wife, Nanette of New Braunfels and granddaughter, Lindsey of Houston, TX. Mil wished to also express her love and appreciation to her dear friend and caregiver, Beatrice Gil. Mil also appreciated the many friends that she she and Carl have in both New Braunfels and earlier sites where they lived.
Mildred was born in Concrete, DeWitt County, Texas on September 5, 1919, died on July 17, 2018, following a loving and full life as a true Texas woman. Mil was born to Arthur James Allen and Martha McGehee Allen of Victoria, Texas.
Mil treasured her Texas heritage and family history. Her great-great Grandfather, James Lemuel Allen, was the last courier from The Alamo before the siege. Her other great-great Grandfather, Volentine Hoch, was among the early German settlers. He and his family landed at Indianola, Texas, and later he established the town of Hochheim, Texas.
Mildred was preceded in death by her parents and Carl H. Duhon, her husband of 67 years and her sister, Elizabeth Moudy, of Lebanon, PA. Mildred and Carl were married in 1940, both of Victoria, TX. They lived in various places, but have made their home in New Braunfels since 1979, among the trees, water and hill country they loved so very much.
Mil was a graduate of Patty Welder High School and Victoria College and received her B.A. From The University of Houston. She was a member of Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society, Texas State Teachers Association and New Braunfels Retired Teachers Association. She was also a member of the New Braunfels Presbyterian Church, Republican Women, Daughters of the Republic of Texas, New Braunfels Garden Club and volunteered with American Red Cross. Before her retirement, she taught special needs children in Pasadena, TX. As her sons were growing up, Mil was active with Cub Scouts, PTA and other volunteer activities. She was a lover of nature and thanked God for the beauty of the Earth. Mil was a woman of faith and was active in her church wherever she lived.
Mil’s favorite things included needlepoint, oil painting, reading, travel, gardening, bridge and most of all, spending time with her granddaughter, Lindsey.
Mil is survived by son David and son Michael and his wife, Nanette of New Braunfels and granddaughter, Lindsey of Houston, TX. Mil wished to also express her love and appreciation to her dear friend and caregiver, Beatrice Gil. Mil also appreciated the many friends that she she and Carl have in both New Braunfels and earlier sites where they lived.
Joyce Ione Timmermann Weltner
Joyce was born at the family home in Guadalupe County, Texas on February 11, 1926, the daughter of Reinhold and Ione Wagenfuehr Timmermann. She died May 11, 2018 reaching the age of 92.
On May 31, 1946 she married Otto R. Weltner. He preceded her in death on August 26, 1986. To their marriage were born three children.
She is survived by her children Dorothy Oelkers and husband, Edgar, of New Braunfels, Warren H. Weltner and wife, Jeri, of West Point, and Carol Smith and husband, Duane, of San Antonio, three grandchildren, Karl Oelkers of New Braunfels, Kirsten Oelkers Uddu and husband, Brynjar, of Oslo, Norway, and Vance Weltner and wife, Melissa, of West Point. Also, great grandchildren Braeden Weltner, Abigail Weltner, and Kaia Uddu.
She is also survived by her sister Vivian Allen and was preceded in death by her parents and sister Coralie Leibu. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Joyce spent most of her life on the farm in the Barbarossa and Clear Springs area living there until 1987 when she moved to New Braunfels.
She was employed as a secretary until 1983; in fact, she served 17 years as secretary to the Superintendent of the Comal ISD. She was the first secretary employed in this position. Joyce loved the out-of-doors and found great pleasure in traveling and enjoying the beauties of nature and the countryside. She loved people, flowers, music and birds especially.
Joyce was born at the family home in Guadalupe County, Texas on February 11, 1926, the daughter of Reinhold and Ione Wagenfuehr Timmermann. She died May 11, 2018 reaching the age of 92.
On May 31, 1946 she married Otto R. Weltner. He preceded her in death on August 26, 1986. To their marriage were born three children.
She is survived by her children Dorothy Oelkers and husband, Edgar, of New Braunfels, Warren H. Weltner and wife, Jeri, of West Point, and Carol Smith and husband, Duane, of San Antonio, three grandchildren, Karl Oelkers of New Braunfels, Kirsten Oelkers Uddu and husband, Brynjar, of Oslo, Norway, and Vance Weltner and wife, Melissa, of West Point. Also, great grandchildren Braeden Weltner, Abigail Weltner, and Kaia Uddu.
She is also survived by her sister Vivian Allen and was preceded in death by her parents and sister Coralie Leibu. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Joyce spent most of her life on the farm in the Barbarossa and Clear Springs area living there until 1987 when she moved to New Braunfels.
She was employed as a secretary until 1983; in fact, she served 17 years as secretary to the Superintendent of the Comal ISD. She was the first secretary employed in this position. Joyce loved the out-of-doors and found great pleasure in traveling and enjoying the beauties of nature and the countryside. She loved people, flowers, music and birds especially.
Myrtle M. Elley
Myrtle of New Braunfels, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at the age of 85.
She was born on February 29, 1932 in Comal County to Sophie (Voss) and Gilbert Wilke.
She is preceded in death by her husband Gussie Elley, her parents and one brother.
Survivors include her children, Russell Elley and wife Alissa, of Seguin, TX, Ronald Elley, and Gay Riedel and husband Gerald, of Waelder, TX; grandchildren, Kreschendalyn Backus and husband Ranchard, Victoria Elley, Margaret Elley, Ronald Elley and wife Missy, Michael Elley, Colton Riedel, Cory Riedel and Caeleigh Riedel; great grandchildren, Claire and Cash Backus, Noah Riedel and Meadow and Lincoln Elley; and sister, Frances Tschoepe.
Myrtle of New Braunfels, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at the age of 85.
She was born on February 29, 1932 in Comal County to Sophie (Voss) and Gilbert Wilke.
She is preceded in death by her husband Gussie Elley, her parents and one brother.
Survivors include her children, Russell Elley and wife Alissa, of Seguin, TX, Ronald Elley, and Gay Riedel and husband Gerald, of Waelder, TX; grandchildren, Kreschendalyn Backus and husband Ranchard, Victoria Elley, Margaret Elley, Ronald Elley and wife Missy, Michael Elley, Colton Riedel, Cory Riedel and Caeleigh Riedel; great grandchildren, Claire and Cash Backus, Noah Riedel and Meadow and Lincoln Elley; and sister, Frances Tschoepe.
Jana Liane (Emslie) Swisher
Jana, age 85, and a former resident of New Braunfels, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at New Haven Assisted Living in Schertz. Mrs. Swisher was born on May 20, 1932 in Richmond, IN to the late William R. Emslie and Jenny Madonna Newton Emslie. Jana graduated from Richmond High School in 1950 and went on to graduate from Indiana University, BSN, '54 and from The Ohio State University, MSN, '77. She married Thomas Swisher on February 10, 1956. Jana shared her love of children as she worked and taught in labor and delivery and as a school nurse. She retired and was able to enjoy her life with her family, especially her grandchildren. While living in New Braunfels she volunteered at the New Braunfels Library Bookstore, New Braunfels Senior Center, and was a member of the Unitarian Universalist Church. Jana was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Judith Emslie Thompson and Todd. Survivors include her husband of 61 years, Thomas W. Swisher; sister, Jenny Jo Coons of Richmond, IN; children, Michelle Swisher, Shannon Whitmer (David), William Swisher (Jeymarie), Thomas Swisher (Karen); 9 grandchildren, Molly Martinez (Mykel), Clifton Whitmer, Cameron Mann (DaShawn), Cailean Lane (Will), Blain Swisher, Capri Swisher, Asher Swisher, Destiny Manoy (Jarrod), Kyle Swisher. Eleven great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Jana, age 85, and a former resident of New Braunfels, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at New Haven Assisted Living in Schertz. Mrs. Swisher was born on May 20, 1932 in Richmond, IN to the late William R. Emslie and Jenny Madonna Newton Emslie. Jana graduated from Richmond High School in 1950 and went on to graduate from Indiana University, BSN, '54 and from The Ohio State University, MSN, '77. She married Thomas Swisher on February 10, 1956. Jana shared her love of children as she worked and taught in labor and delivery and as a school nurse. She retired and was able to enjoy her life with her family, especially her grandchildren. While living in New Braunfels she volunteered at the New Braunfels Library Bookstore, New Braunfels Senior Center, and was a member of the Unitarian Universalist Church. Jana was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Judith Emslie Thompson and Todd. Survivors include her husband of 61 years, Thomas W. Swisher; sister, Jenny Jo Coons of Richmond, IN; children, Michelle Swisher, Shannon Whitmer (David), William Swisher (Jeymarie), Thomas Swisher (Karen); 9 grandchildren, Molly Martinez (Mykel), Clifton Whitmer, Cameron Mann (DaShawn), Cailean Lane (Will), Blain Swisher, Capri Swisher, Asher Swisher, Destiny Manoy (Jarrod), Kyle Swisher. Eleven great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Pearl Stoever Beiersdorfer
Pearl , daughter of Herbert and Lena Falk Stoever, entered eternal rest on October 20, 2017 at the age of 97. She was born in Swiss Alp, Texas on July 3,1920.
She was baptized and confirmed at the United Evangelical Lutheran Church in Swiss Alp. She attended Swiss Alp school thru eighth grade. Her parents were engaged in farming, so at an early age she took part in chores by helping her parents pick cotton and gather corn. Her mother taught her cooking and baking.
At the age of 15 her parents moved to Schulenberg. Her father was a carpenter and painter, her mother was a homemaker. Pearl worked for Mrs. Luecke who had a boarding house at that time. Later she accepted a waitress job at Kelly’s Café for 5 years. During that time, she married Bennie Beiersdorfer on August 2, 1941. They moved to New Braunfels in May 1950. In 1953, they owned and operated Ben and Pearl’s Café. She also worked at McKenna Memorial hospital for 4 ½ years. After the Café, they operated Beiersdorfer’s Feed Store. She loved gardening, raising vegetables, and canning and she enjoyed sharing with family. She never missed any of their birthdays.
Her church meant so much to her. She was a dedicated member of the Ladies Auxiliary Post 7110 as a life member for 50 years also 50 plus years for American Legion 179 and also Hermann Sons. She was a very caring person for her mother, she would visit her in Schulenburg at the nursing home once a month for 15 years.
She is survived by her husband Bennie of 76 years; daughters, Janice & husband, Jerry Zercher of Garden Ridge, Texas and Barbara Ristow of LaVernia, Texas; granddaughters, Brenda Zercher Grantham of New Braunfels and Rhonda & husband, Clint of Bulverde, Texas; grandsons, Jeff Ristow & wife, Wendy of Cypress, Texas and Craig Ristow & wife, Haley of Adkins, Texas and seven great-grandchildren, Gage Grantham, Kahlie Barrett, Laine Barrett, Riley Ristow, Bryce Ristow, Savannah Ristow and Cooper Ristow and numerous other relatives.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Elvin Stoever in 1996.
Pearl , daughter of Herbert and Lena Falk Stoever, entered eternal rest on October 20, 2017 at the age of 97. She was born in Swiss Alp, Texas on July 3,1920.
She was baptized and confirmed at the United Evangelical Lutheran Church in Swiss Alp. She attended Swiss Alp school thru eighth grade. Her parents were engaged in farming, so at an early age she took part in chores by helping her parents pick cotton and gather corn. Her mother taught her cooking and baking.
At the age of 15 her parents moved to Schulenberg. Her father was a carpenter and painter, her mother was a homemaker. Pearl worked for Mrs. Luecke who had a boarding house at that time. Later she accepted a waitress job at Kelly’s Café for 5 years. During that time, she married Bennie Beiersdorfer on August 2, 1941. They moved to New Braunfels in May 1950. In 1953, they owned and operated Ben and Pearl’s Café. She also worked at McKenna Memorial hospital for 4 ½ years. After the Café, they operated Beiersdorfer’s Feed Store. She loved gardening, raising vegetables, and canning and she enjoyed sharing with family. She never missed any of their birthdays.
Her church meant so much to her. She was a dedicated member of the Ladies Auxiliary Post 7110 as a life member for 50 years also 50 plus years for American Legion 179 and also Hermann Sons. She was a very caring person for her mother, she would visit her in Schulenburg at the nursing home once a month for 15 years.
She is survived by her husband Bennie of 76 years; daughters, Janice & husband, Jerry Zercher of Garden Ridge, Texas and Barbara Ristow of LaVernia, Texas; granddaughters, Brenda Zercher Grantham of New Braunfels and Rhonda & husband, Clint of Bulverde, Texas; grandsons, Jeff Ristow & wife, Wendy of Cypress, Texas and Craig Ristow & wife, Haley of Adkins, Texas and seven great-grandchildren, Gage Grantham, Kahlie Barrett, Laine Barrett, Riley Ristow, Bryce Ristow, Savannah Ristow and Cooper Ristow and numerous other relatives.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Elvin Stoever in 1996.
Myrtle Agnes (Backhaus) Bartels
Myrtle was born to Herman and Agnes Backhaus on May 23, 1930. She met her Lord and Savior on September 10, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister Mabel Connally. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Arlon Bartels and one sister Minnie Schlortt of Knippa, TX. Also surviving her are two daughters; Deborah Lain and Husband Ken and Sharon Bartels-Wheeless and husband Paul. Surviving grandchildren include Shawn Lain and wife Roxanne, Jacob Lain and wife Sarah, Stefan Wheeless, Kristian Wheeless and Sadie Wheeless. Great-grandchildren include Axton Lain, Tynison Lain, Corbin Lain, Deacon Lain and Brodie Lain.
Myrtle was born and raised in Floresville, TX, moved to New Braunfels and graduated from New Braunfels High School in 1947. She attended Texas Lutheran College and graduated from Southwest Texas State Teachers College. She taught elementary school for 39 years in Bulverde, New Braunfels and Navarro ISD, retiring in 1989. She continued to substitute teach in NBISD for 13 years. She was a member of the Retired Teachers association, Delta Kappa Gamma Society and was a H.O.S.T. tutor for many years.
She was a lifelong Lutheran, baptized October 1930 at First Lutheran Church, Floresville TX, and married December 1951 at St Paul Lutheran Church New Braunfels, where she was an active member until joining Peace Lutheran Church New Braunfels. Her volunteer work included being a trained Stephen Minister and Eucharistic Minister for her church.
Over the years she has enjoyed, playing dominoes and bowling, both 9 and 10 pin, mixed and ladies groups. She and Arlon enjoyed German dancing with many friends, traveling to various venues. She also enjoyed playing bunco monthly with friends. For the last few years she could be spotted enjoying a quiet cup of coffee with Arlon at the local Starbucks. As family would come to visit, she would always invite them along for the afternoon outing.
Myrtle was born to Herman and Agnes Backhaus on May 23, 1930. She met her Lord and Savior on September 10, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister Mabel Connally. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Arlon Bartels and one sister Minnie Schlortt of Knippa, TX. Also surviving her are two daughters; Deborah Lain and Husband Ken and Sharon Bartels-Wheeless and husband Paul. Surviving grandchildren include Shawn Lain and wife Roxanne, Jacob Lain and wife Sarah, Stefan Wheeless, Kristian Wheeless and Sadie Wheeless. Great-grandchildren include Axton Lain, Tynison Lain, Corbin Lain, Deacon Lain and Brodie Lain.
Myrtle was born and raised in Floresville, TX, moved to New Braunfels and graduated from New Braunfels High School in 1947. She attended Texas Lutheran College and graduated from Southwest Texas State Teachers College. She taught elementary school for 39 years in Bulverde, New Braunfels and Navarro ISD, retiring in 1989. She continued to substitute teach in NBISD for 13 years. She was a member of the Retired Teachers association, Delta Kappa Gamma Society and was a H.O.S.T. tutor for many years.
She was a lifelong Lutheran, baptized October 1930 at First Lutheran Church, Floresville TX, and married December 1951 at St Paul Lutheran Church New Braunfels, where she was an active member until joining Peace Lutheran Church New Braunfels. Her volunteer work included being a trained Stephen Minister and Eucharistic Minister for her church.
Over the years she has enjoyed, playing dominoes and bowling, both 9 and 10 pin, mixed and ladies groups. She and Arlon enjoyed German dancing with many friends, traveling to various venues. She also enjoyed playing bunco monthly with friends. For the last few years she could be spotted enjoying a quiet cup of coffee with Arlon at the local Starbucks. As family would come to visit, she would always invite them along for the afternoon outing.
Dorothy Hoevel
Dorothy earned her place in heaven at the age of 101. She was born in New Haven, Indiana, on October 25, 1915. Her parents were Fred and Loretta Pollitz. She moved to Fort Wayne, Indiana, after her marriage to Leonard Hoevel on May 3, 1941. They moved to New Braunfels in 1950 where they raised their five children and started an egg producing business. During this time they built five homes, which she designed and helped in the construction.
She was a member of Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church, St Ann’s Christian Mothers Society, Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, and the Former Mission Valley Extension Homemakers Club. She was instrumental in starting Bargains and Beauty now known as Saints Peter and Paul Church Thrift Shop and continued to be a dedicated volunteer. Her interests included sewing, oil painting, cooking, traveling, and playing cards and other games.
Preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, grandson Keith Williams, her parents, and two sisters. Survivors include her five children: Judy Nowak (John), Jeanie Hoevel (Bubba Krueger), Linda Williams (Russell), Marsha Schindler (John), and Mike Hoevel (Martha), seven grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.
Dorothy earned her place in heaven at the age of 101. She was born in New Haven, Indiana, on October 25, 1915. Her parents were Fred and Loretta Pollitz. She moved to Fort Wayne, Indiana, after her marriage to Leonard Hoevel on May 3, 1941. They moved to New Braunfels in 1950 where they raised their five children and started an egg producing business. During this time they built five homes, which she designed and helped in the construction.
She was a member of Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church, St Ann’s Christian Mothers Society, Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, and the Former Mission Valley Extension Homemakers Club. She was instrumental in starting Bargains and Beauty now known as Saints Peter and Paul Church Thrift Shop and continued to be a dedicated volunteer. Her interests included sewing, oil painting, cooking, traveling, and playing cards and other games.
Preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, grandson Keith Williams, her parents, and two sisters. Survivors include her five children: Judy Nowak (John), Jeanie Hoevel (Bubba Krueger), Linda Williams (Russell), Marsha Schindler (John), and Mike Hoevel (Martha), seven grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.
Elaine Joyce Hartmann Gaskins
Elaine was born August 25, 1927 in New Braunfels, Texas and lost her prolonged battle with Alzheimer’s to be with the Lord on January 27, 2017.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Walter and Paula Hartmann; brother Walter
“Boobie” Hartmann, Jr.; husband from a previous marriage, Marvin “Spike” Ahrens; and husband, Virgil W. Gaskins.
She is survived by step-daughter, Theresa Sawyer and husband, Leman “Buzz” Sawyer; grandson, Mike Wiley and wife Debra Wiley; 3 great-grandchildren; 2 great great-grandchildren; nieces from her previous marriage and her many friends.
Elaine was a member of the VFW and American Legion. She was also a long time member of the First United Methodist Church, New Braunfels and Past Worthy Matron with the New Braunfels Eastern Star Chapter #771
Elaine was born August 25, 1927 in New Braunfels, Texas and lost her prolonged battle with Alzheimer’s to be with the Lord on January 27, 2017.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Walter and Paula Hartmann; brother Walter
“Boobie” Hartmann, Jr.; husband from a previous marriage, Marvin “Spike” Ahrens; and husband, Virgil W. Gaskins.
She is survived by step-daughter, Theresa Sawyer and husband, Leman “Buzz” Sawyer; grandson, Mike Wiley and wife Debra Wiley; 3 great-grandchildren; 2 great great-grandchildren; nieces from her previous marriage and her many friends.
Elaine was a member of the VFW and American Legion. She was also a long time member of the First United Methodist Church, New Braunfels and Past Worthy Matron with the New Braunfels Eastern Star Chapter #771
Julia A. Kent
Julia, 86, passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2016 at the Country Care Manor in LaVernia, TX. She was born to Gwen Palmer and Letha (Barber) Palmer in Lanette, Alabama on November 27, 1930. She is survived by sons, Danny Kent of LaVernia, TX and Dwayne Kent and wife of Denise of New Braunfels; 2 grandchildren, Jacey Kent and Misty Paredez and husband Willie; nieces and nephew. She was preceded in death by parents; husband, Grover C. Kent; grandson, Colby Jay Kent; and brother, Gwen Palmer, Jr.
Julia, 86, passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2016 at the Country Care Manor in LaVernia, TX. She was born to Gwen Palmer and Letha (Barber) Palmer in Lanette, Alabama on November 27, 1930. She is survived by sons, Danny Kent of LaVernia, TX and Dwayne Kent and wife of Denise of New Braunfels; 2 grandchildren, Jacey Kent and Misty Paredez and husband Willie; nieces and nephew. She was preceded in death by parents; husband, Grover C. Kent; grandson, Colby Jay Kent; and brother, Gwen Palmer, Jr.
Loraine Elaine Henk Jechow
Loraine of Uvalde passed away peacefully on May 23, 2016 in Uvalde at the age of 89. She was born on September 24, 1926 to Rudolph and Elnora Bertram Henk in Zorn, TX. She married her sweetheart and love of her life Nelson Jechow on June 15, 1948 in New Braunfels, Texas. Throughout her life, Loraine was a devoted wife to her husband, mother to her children, and beloved “Oma” to her grandchildren. While her family will miss her loving presence and the special twinkle in her eye, they take peace in knowing that she has been reunited with her previously departed loved ones. She is survived by two sons: Michael Jechow and wife, Joy of Uvalde, Texas, and Madison Jechow and wife, Deena Perkins of Austin, Texas; grandchildren: Luke Jechow of Houston, Texas, Elyssa Jechow of New York, New York, Hannah Jechow of Bryan, Texas and Brooks and Bryce Perkins-Jechow, both of Austin, Texas, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was a faithful member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. And enjoyed her association with friends at Uvalde Garden Club and American Legion Post 26
Loraine of Uvalde passed away peacefully on May 23, 2016 in Uvalde at the age of 89. She was born on September 24, 1926 to Rudolph and Elnora Bertram Henk in Zorn, TX. She married her sweetheart and love of her life Nelson Jechow on June 15, 1948 in New Braunfels, Texas. Throughout her life, Loraine was a devoted wife to her husband, mother to her children, and beloved “Oma” to her grandchildren. While her family will miss her loving presence and the special twinkle in her eye, they take peace in knowing that she has been reunited with her previously departed loved ones. She is survived by two sons: Michael Jechow and wife, Joy of Uvalde, Texas, and Madison Jechow and wife, Deena Perkins of Austin, Texas; grandchildren: Luke Jechow of Houston, Texas, Elyssa Jechow of New York, New York, Hannah Jechow of Bryan, Texas and Brooks and Bryce Perkins-Jechow, both of Austin, Texas, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was a faithful member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. And enjoyed her association with friends at Uvalde Garden Club and American Legion Post 26
Evelyn Leonora Brown-Hotz
Evelyn , 94, of New Braunfels, Texas passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2015, at Christus Santa Rosa Hospital in New Braunfels.
Evelyn was born on November 28, 1921, in San Antonio, Texas to Dora Harms Schaefer and Earnhardt Schaefer. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in New Braunfels, the Eastern Star #771; Canyon Lake #1103 and past Matron of the V.F.W. Auxiliary Post #7110. Evelyn loved to cook, go camping and hunting and spending time with her family.
Survivors include her grandchildren, Rhonda Sims of Georgetown, Brenda J. Rowden and her husband Edward of Schertz, Jeffrey M Brown and his wife Tina of Katy and eight great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren; step-son, Roy J. Hotz and wife Sarah; step-son, James R. Hotz and his wife Linda; step-daughter, Bonnie Gayle McClellan and her husband William; four step grandchildren and nine step great grandchildren.
Evelyn , 94, of New Braunfels, Texas passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2015, at Christus Santa Rosa Hospital in New Braunfels.
Evelyn was born on November 28, 1921, in San Antonio, Texas to Dora Harms Schaefer and Earnhardt Schaefer. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in New Braunfels, the Eastern Star #771; Canyon Lake #1103 and past Matron of the V.F.W. Auxiliary Post #7110. Evelyn loved to cook, go camping and hunting and spending time with her family.
Survivors include her grandchildren, Rhonda Sims of Georgetown, Brenda J. Rowden and her husband Edward of Schertz, Jeffrey M Brown and his wife Tina of Katy and eight great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren; step-son, Roy J. Hotz and wife Sarah; step-son, James R. Hotz and his wife Linda; step-daughter, Bonnie Gayle McClellan and her husband William; four step grandchildren and nine step great grandchildren.
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16 Feb 2015 - Virginia Kuydendall
25 Feb 2015 - Ethel Saur
25 Feb 2015 - Lucille Hehs
16 Jun 2015 - Ann Marie Seidel
22 Nov 2015 - Irene Henze District 5 Auxiliary President
