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Dorothy Rose Bilski
Dorothy Rose Bilski, 75, passed away June 14, 2015 in Brenham. Funeral services are scheduled for 10 a.m., Thursday, June 18, 2015 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, with burial to follow in Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Father Jay Polisetty will officiate. Visitation will be from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday evening at Memorial Oaks Chapel, with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Survivors include sons Steve Bilski, Jr., Thomas Bilski, Donald Bilski, and Kenneth Bilski, all of Brenham; grandchildren Jennifer Stewart, Justin Bilski, Quinton Bilski, Hayley Tappan, Garrett Bilski, Brittany Bilski, Shelby and Chris Glona, Chad Bilski, Dillon Bilski and Tina Bilski; great-grandchildren: Cole Stewart, Lane Bilski, Price Tappan, and Graham Tappan; brothers George Konieczny, and Leon Konieczny and wife Frances, all of Brenham; sisters Emily Bolcerek and husband Edwin of Plantersville, Natalie Uilkie of Navasota, and Jo Ann Macat and husband Doug of Brenham; brother-in-law Alois Bilski, and sister-in-law Regina Bilski of Brenham. She was preceded in death by a son, Timothy Bilski; husband Steve C. Bilski, Sr.; her parents; a sister, Regina Kubeczka and 3 infant children. Funeral arrangements for Dorothy Rose Bilski are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 W. Main, Brenham.
"Bill" William Joseph Steinkamp
"Bill" William Joseph Steinkamp, age 68 of Hempstead passed away on June 10, 2015. Funeral Services will be held Saturday June 13, at 10:00am at Canon Funeral Home with Pastor Tom Dobbs officiating. In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Adelynn Steinkamp College Fund at Prosperity Bank in Hempstead. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Canon Funeral Home & Monument Co., 1420 Farr St., Waller, TX 77484 (936) 372-3683
Fred Bergmann
A graveside funeral service will be held for Fred Bergmann on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at 10 a.m. at the LaBahia Cemetery. Reverend Glen Schoeneberg will officiate. Left to cherish beautiful memories of Fred are his wife of 50 years, Verna, his son Matthew and wife Melinda, and daughter, Lisle and husband Dustin Meador, and three grandchildren, Hannah, Andrew, and Abigail. He is also survived by his sister Carol Hall, nieces and nephews Sheila Muske, husband Bruce, Damon Hall and, wife Marisol, and Dana Beck, husband Randy. Funeral arrangements for Fred Bergmann are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 W. Main, Brenham.
Linda Sue Partida
Linda Sue Partida, age 67 of Houston, passed away on June 7, 2015. Visitation will be on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 from 6:00 – 8:00pm. Graveside Services will be Thursday, June 11, 9:30am at Fieldstore Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Canon Funeral Home & Monument Co., 1420 Farr St., Waller, TX 77484 (936) 372-3683
Alton William Sommerfield, Sr.
Alton William Sommerfield, Sr. Loving husband, father, papaw and friend, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2015 at Brenham Nursing and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by his children. Alton is survived by his Son Alton W. Sommerfield, Jr and wife Monica of Brenham; Daughter Diana Sommerfield Armstrong and husband Leroy Armstrong of Brenham; Five grandsons Jeff Stewart (Shannon) of Katy Texas, Brad Sommerfield (Meredith) of Brenham, Christopher and Jonathan Armstrong both from California, Eric Sommerfield (Catherine) of Brenham; Five great-grand daughters, Amber and Taylor Stewart from Katy, Izabelle and Gabrielle Sommerfield and Holly Sommerfield all of Brenham; Two sisters, Dorothy Schwettmann and husband Bill and Shirley Jalowy and husband Ewald, Uncle Almot (Fritz) Sommerfeld; Sisters-in law Allyne Weiss, Evelyn Maurer, Lillie Watkins and Nina Herrmann, former son-in-law Clayton Stewart and many nieces, nephews and close friends. Visitation will be at Brenham Memorial Chapel on Wednesday June 10, 2015 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral service for Alton Sommerfield will be at 11:00 a.m., Thursday June 11, 2015 in Immanuel Lutheran Church of Wiedeville with Pastor Erby Gonzales officiating. Burial follow in the church cemetery. Grandsons and Douglas Maurer will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Elmer Neutzler and Almot Sommerfeld. Memorials may be given to Immanuel Lutheran of Wiedeville, Hospice Brazos Valley or a charity of your choice. Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer St., Brenham, TX 979.836.3611.
Donald Edward Farris
Donald Edward Farris, 85, passed away on Monday in Lewisville, Texas. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 12, 2012 at Callaway-Jones Funeral Home in Bryan.
Don was born in Alma, Arkansas to William and Viola Farris and grew up on a farm. He enlisted in the United States Navy and served in the Pacific on a submarine tender. He served again during the Korean Conflict. He graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1949 and later earned a PhD in Agricultural Economics at North Carolina State University. He joined the faculty at Texas A&M; University in 1963 and worked more than thirty years at TAMU, retiring as Professor Emeritus.
Don was formerly a member of the A&M; Church of Christ, and he served the Bryan chapter of Kiwanis International for over 40 years.
Don had a wonderful life. He traveled the world conducting research and his travels took him from Argentina to Tanzania to Japan and almost everywhere in between. He enjoyed working with his students and always served as a colleague and mentor to them. Don was a devoted husband and father, a terrific grandfather, and a faithful servant of the Lord.
He was preceded in death by his wife of fifty-five years, Billye Wilhelm Farris. He is survived by his daughter, Nancy Blake and husband, Larry, of Coppell; son, Glenn Farris of Bryan; and two grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, William Farris, of West Lafayette, Indiana; and a sister, Hilda Knight, of Alma, Arkansas.
Helen Elizabeth Clay
Helen Elizabeth Clay, 72, of Brenham died on June 6, 2015 at Brenham Nursing and Rehab in Brenham. A Memorial service will be held Saturday, June 13, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Memorial Oaks Chapel. Visitation with the family will be 9:00 a.m. Saturday, prior to the service. Those who will miss her most: daughter Dana and son-in-law Dennis Barron of Brenham, granddaughter Dakota and grandson Dalton, both of Brenham, brothers: Bob Hartnett and Eileen White of Bellville; Bryan and Sherry Hartnett of Hondo. She will also be missed by nieces and nephews: Richard and Cary Sims of Bellville; Sherry Hartnett of Brenham; Robbie and Clyde Fuchs of Missouri; Jerry and Kim Hartnett of Brenham; Tricia and Matt Buerger of Brenham; David Sims of Brenham; Angela Sims and Neil Derryberry of Marble Falls; Will and Regina Hartnett of San Angelo; Lindsey and Tim Leal of Yancey and Lacey Hartnett of San Antonio. Many great-nieces and great-nephews will also truly miss her. Helen was preceded in death by her parents, dear sister Martha Sims, precious sister-in-law Charlene Hartnett, and husbands. Funeral arrangements for Helen Clay are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 W. Main, Brenham.
Kenneth Wayne Korb
Retired Army Col. Kenneth Wayne Korb passed from this life on October 8, 2012 after a severe illness. He passed peacefully, surrounded by his closest friends. Ken loved his country, his family, his dogs and Texas A&M; University. His service in the US Army took him to Antarctica, and twice to Germany where he was on the front line in the Cold War. He was known and loved by many as a gracious host at hundreds of Aggie tailgate celebrations. His friends described him as warm and giving with a heart as big as his boisterous laugh.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin Ferdinand Korb “Charlie” and Elfrieda Korb “Fritzie”.
He is survived by his sister Nancy Tucker (husband Phillip), his son Eric Korb (wife Stephanie), and his daughter Karen Korb. He is also survived by his three granddaughters Julia and Margaret Langeland and Parker Korb, numerous nieces and nephews, and dearest friends Barbara Cavender, Ed Watson, and Donald Goodbey Jr “Dee”.
Ken’s final resting place will be the Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio. A celebration of Ken’s life is being planned for October 20, 2012 at the Olsen Field tailgate preceding the Texas A&M; vs. LSU game. The time is TBD. Additionally, a memorial mass will be held at 11:00 AM, October 27th at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Helotes. Any memorial donations to the Returning Heroes Home Foundation in Ken’s name are greatly appreciated.
Pearlie Jaster
Former Brenham resident Pearlie Jaster died June 5, 2015 at her retirement home in Dallas. At her request, a private graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 13 at 2:00 PM. There will be a visitation at Memorial Oaks Chapel on Friday, June 12, 2015 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM. Mrs. Jaster was born September 14, 1921. She is survived by her daughter Judy Krizan and daughter and son-in-law Jane and Charles Coppage. Her grandchildren are Paul and Megan Krizan and Emily and Danny Lopez. Also Catherine and Kyle Davis, Melissa and Brett Brooks, and Jillian Coppage. Her great-grandchildren are Ariana and Avery Krizan, Matthew and Madeline Lopez, and Ashton Brooks. Her sisters are Idell Kraus of Giddings, TX and Willie Mae Lueckemeyer of Brenham. Mrs. Jaster's interests included playing Bridge, sewing and coloring with her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elvis Jaster and her sisters Mabel and Janette Schmidt. Funeral arrangements for Pearlie Jaster are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 West Main, Brenham.
Ella Maud Kramer
Ella Maud Kramer, passed away June 4, 2015 after a long and brave battle with cancer. Ella is survived by sisters Ivy Kettler (and husband Wesley) and Martha Monroe; step daughters Maedell Dillon and Betty Vasek; nephews Darrel Monroe (and wife Clara) and Keith Monroe; niece Sharon Homes; one half-sister and six half-brothers; step-grandchildren Dorothy and Larry Hinsley, Sandra and Ben Howell, Marie and Doug Ivey, and David and Sue Vasek. She was preceded in death by her only son, Rory Neil Seilheimer, who died in 1982; husband Reinhardt; mother and father; brothers Allen and James “Jimmy”, and twin brother Elick; brother-in-law Bobby Monroe; nephew Randy Kettler. Funeral services will be at 4:00 p.m. Sunday June 7, 2015 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Rehburg, with pastor Denise Seymour officiating. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Saturday, June 6, 2015 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Memorial Oaks Chapel. Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice Brazos Valley or to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Funeral services are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel 1306 W. Main, Brenham 979-836-4564.
LeViola (Lorenz) Maass
LeViola (Lorenz) Maass, 92, of Brenham, the widow of Walter Maass, died June 4, 2015, at Brenham Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Sunday, June 7 at Memorial Oaks Chapel. The funeral for LeViola Maass will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, June 8 at Zion Lutheran Church of Zionsville with Pastor Pat Lehrer officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Survivors include her sisters, Elsie Brennan and Ella Mae Niemann, both of Houston; her daughter-in-law, Ruth Maass of Brenham; grandsons, Jason Maass and wife Emily Ruth and Jeffrey Maass and wife Larissa; great-granddaughters, Avery Lynn Maass and Madison Grace Maass. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Walter Maass on Jan. 31, 1971; her son, Jerry Lynn Maass in 2008; brothers and sister-in-law, Melvin Lorenz and Alvin and Evelyn Lorenz; sister and brother-in-law, Erna and Walter Winkelmann; and brothers-in-law, Edward Brennan and Ted Niemann. Funeral arrangements for LeViola Maass are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 W. Main St., Brenham, TX, 979-836-4564.
Estella Delphia Wallace
Estella Delphia Wallace went to work in God's garden today.... and to pepper the heavenly theologians with savvy questions.
She was the valiant woman of Proverbs, strong, wise, compassionate, hard -working. She was a character, a tiny dynamine who once chased down her mugger, catching him three times and hitting him trying to get her purse back. He only got away because he pushed her and she sprained her ankle. Everyone in her good graces knew she would always be there, always look after them. Anyone not in her good graces had the good sense to stay as far away from her as possible. She was also the kind of woman who would go up to somebody who was hitting their kid at the grocery store and let them have it! She never put up with wrong doing if she saw it. And she never had any problem making a scene.
She was the Samaritan woman at the well, asking Jesus blunt, skeptical, insightful questions, being then won over completely in the end, bringing many with her. She saw that Gospel story as mirroring her own conversion and wanted it read at her funeral mass.
She lived with ingenuity and determination. Every place she lived, no matter what a dump it was, she made it pretty and cozy and homey in one creative way or another and she could make a good meal out of just about anything or almost nothing. She could make any yard a paradise.
She loved antique roses, tea, Jane Austen, Agatha Christie, Elizabeth Peters, Fleetwood Mac and Joni Mitchell, quilting, gardening, hard work outside, and scrabble. She hated grass hoppers, strong winds, boring conversations, bad grammar, bad manners, lousy cooking, and paying bills. She noticed everything and was interested in most of what she saw and heard about. She was sharp, curious, and opinionated.
She was a Jill of all trades doing everything from grounds maintenance at A & M to selling condos, to working in the rice lab, and forest genetics, to tutoring Aggies in English, to mowing lawns, to being a church secretary. Sometimes she had crazy ideas that didn’t work out but she was not afraid to try new things. She was not afraid of much.
She came from Corpus Christi to study horticulture at A & M as a very young mother in 1969 and stayed in College Station for almost 30 years before moving to Calvert and into her dream Victorian farm house which she quickly surrounded with roses.
She was a passionate, powerful personality, a fiercely devoted mother, a grandmother involved in the daily lives of her grandchildren and who was their perpetual go to person and confidant. She was an affectionate, loving wife, a gardener of almost magical talent; someone who was always moving, who got things done.
She acted in and directed plays at Stage Center in the 80s but generally was a one woman show in real life anyway and eventually that show took up more of her time and interest.
She was a hippie in the 60s and 70s, then a devout convert to Catholicism in her later years, who loved to talk theology and taught classes at her church. She was known for her practical wisdom, wit, and strength of character, for her funny, sage and frank remarks, her pithy observations about people, life, relationships and the ways of the world. She was active in AA for many years and helped countless people in their struggle to start a new life.
Her memory is cherished by her family, especially her by her husband of 25 years, Thomas Heck, who was the best thing that ever happened to her, by her daughter Shawn Chapman, her son, Mark Manning and her daughters-in-law Jamie Manning, Shawna Manning, and Cindy Green, her former husband Tim Mannning and his wife Mary Hohl, her step sons Chris Heck, and Russell Heck, and his wife, Kim, her step daughters Nancy Hilliard and Sarah Bean, and by her grandchildren, Maire and Roise, Emilie, Augustine, Oliver, Isabel, and Helayna, Sean and Tory, Landon and Tinley, Abigail and Gracie, Cody, Lyndsey and Caitlin, and her great grandchildren, Miley, Ryder and Avery, by her cousin Raymond Premont (“Monty Ray”) who was like a brother to her, and Jacki Spicer, a cousin’s child who was like a daughter to her, by in-laws Frank, Karin, and Hans Pauc and Ann Chapman, and by her friends, especially Ellen Miller, her dear friend of more than 30 years, and Lily Panella and Liz Alexander, and by her soul friend and spiritual guide, Fr. Greg Mclaughlin.
Delphia was preceded in death by her parents Richard and Ruth Wallace of Corpus Christi, and by three sons-in-law, Marc Pauc, Robert Chapman, and Greg Hilliard, and by her step son, Gene Heck.
She was her husbands’ joy and crown, and "Her children rise up and call her blessed."
She lived through many very hard times and difficult circumstances throughout her life and came through them stronger than ever. She was an example of courage, gratitude, positive thinking, liveliness, and of daring hope all her life.
She was diagnosed with lymphoma and dementia in 2008. No matter what she went through or how confused she became her love was still evident. Even as she declined more and more from dementia she was still teaching us. And now everyone in Heaven had better watch out.
