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Bobby Owen Leach passed away on April 11, 2024, in Fredericksburg, Texas at the age of 88. He was born on January 1, 1936, in Fort Worth, Texas to Hilley H. Leach and Ruth Shores Leach. He graduated from Handley High School in the class of 1954 then continued his education at Howard Payne University where he played halfback on the Yellow Jacket football team for 4 years, graduating in 1958. Bobby served in the United States Army for 4 years then began a long career in education when he accepted a coaching position at Kennedale High School. He then moved on to Fort Worth Public Schools as a coach at Eastern Hills High School. He worked for many years as a liaison between Fort Worth...

George O. Nebgen of Fredericksburg passed away on Sunday April 7th at Heritage Place at the age of 101 years. George was born August 9, 1922 in Blanco County to Berthold J. and Sophie Pehl Nebgen. He is survived by his sons, Anthony Nebgen and wife Mary Ann of Mason, Glenn Nebgen and wife Debbie of Mason, Clark Fritz of Pflugerville, and Marcus Fritz and wife Joyce of Mathis; daughters-in-law Jill Fritz of San Antonio, and Mary Fritz Kennard of Pflugerville; 12 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and a very special friend Fauniel Register. Along with his parents, George was preceded in death by his wife...

Kenneth C. Kordzik of Fredericksburg transferred his membership from the church militant to the church triumphant on Friday, April 5, 2024. Kenneth was a beloved husband, Daddy, and Opa. Kenneth Kordzik was born to Benno and Mayme Schmidt Kordzik on October 17, 1934, in Fredericksburg, Texas. He attended Saint Mary's School in Fredericksburg and was confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Fredericksburg. Kenneth attended Texas Lutheran College in Seguin. He enlisted in the United States Army from 1954 to 1956, and was stationed in Germany. Upon his return to Fredericksburg, Kenneth met his future wife, Gwendolyn Quillian. Gwendolyn was a teacher at FHS and lived with Kenneth's mother, Mayme,...

Mrs. Wallace Klussmann nee Dolores Neinast, passed away on Thursday, April 4th at the age of 89. Dolores was born in Brenham, Texas on June 14, 1934, to Wilma and Lilburn Neinast. She was baptized on August 12, 1934, on her parents' 6th wedding anniversary at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Brenham, Texas by Pastor Utesch. She was confirmed on October 3, 1948, at Eben Ezer Lutheran Church, Berlin, Texas by Pastor Arthur Mohr. Dolores attended Central Elementary School and graduated Valedictorian from Brenham High in 1954. Dolores met Wallace Klussmann in sophomore English class, and they began dating the following summer. Dolores loved to tell the story about their first date because it...

Emma Dolores Neinast Klussmann, passed away on Thursday, April 4th at the age of 89. Dolores was born in Brenham, Texas on June 14, 1934, to Wilma and Lilburn Neinast. She was baptized on August 12, 1934, on her parents' 6th wedding anniversary at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Brenham, Texas by Pastor Utesch. She was confirmed on October 3, 1948, at Eben Ezer Lutheran Church, Berlin, Texas by Pastor Arthur Mohr. Dolores attended Central Elementary School and graduated Valedictorian from Brenham High in 1954. Dolores met Wallace Klussmann in sophomore English class, and they began dating the following summer. Dolores loved to tell the story about their first date because it almost didn't...

Harry Seidensticker of Comfort passed away on Monday April 1st at his home at thy age of 89 years. Harry Seidensticker was born to Bodo and Hilda Haufler Seidensticker at home on the ranch, October 10, 1934 in Comfort, TX. He attended the Block Creek (Brownsboro) school to the 7th grade, transferred to Comfort ISD and graduated in 1953. He was in the Navy Seabees Reserve from 1952 to 1959 and served on Active Duty, stationed on Guam for the last 2 years of that time. He began work with the Texas Highway Department and later was inspector of many of the bridges and overpasses on I-H 10. Little did he know that while surveying her parent's property for the future interstate, his path would...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Annette Annen on Friday, March 29th, 2024 in Fredericksburg, Texas. She died from complications of cancer at the age of 70. Annette was born in Houston, Texas on January 4, 1954. Her loving parents were Henry and Wheeler Blaylock Annen. She lived in numerous places throughout her life such as California, Sedona, Arizona, Houston and Corpus Christi before settling in Fredericksburg. One of her favorite places was Padre Island, Texas. Annette obtained her nursing degree from Del Mar College and Texas Women's University in Denton, Texas. Annette was a member of Saint Barnabas Episcopal Church of Fredericksburg where she attended with her...

Steven Dixon McAnally went to be with our Lord on Tuesday March 26, 2024 on his family ranch near Luckenbach. Steven was born in Shreveport, LA to parents Lon-Wyatt and Kathryn Lovaladdy McAnally. He was a "premie", making his appearance on New Year's Eve 1952 instead of Valentine's Day 1953. In addition to his parents, he was welcomed by two brothers, eleven and twelve years older who were his first role models. Steven grew up living all over the Western U.S. as his dad was in the seismic exploration business. In the late 50's and early 60's, Steven's dad found a great job opportunity in Australia and Steven and his parents lived there for nearly four years before returning to the U.S....

Mrs. Clifford Hahne nee Patricia "Patsy" Heimann of Fredericksburg passed away on Monday March 25th at the age of 85 years. Patsy was born September 6, 1938 in Fredericksburg, Texas to Elgin and Pearl Kissel Heimann. Patsy married Cliff Hahne on February 15, 1958 in Holy Ghost Lutheran Church. Patsy is survived by two children; son and spouse: Bradley and Jan Hahne of Fredericksburg Daughter Lizette Fiedler of Fredericksburg Grandson and spouse: Darren and Karina Hahne of Fredericksburg Four sisters: Jeannie Klett of Fredericksburg Janice Mansfield of Richmond Carol Bruehler of Fair Oaks Ranch Ginger Heimann of Fredericksburg Along with her husband and parents, Patsy was preceded...

Glenda Glover Johnston of Burnet and formally of Fredericksburg passed away on Thursday, March 21st at the age of 86 years. Glenda was born March 18, 1938 in Burnet County to Ralph and Ima Glover. She married Wilton H. Gene Johnston on June 6, 1959 in Lake Victor, Texas and spent her life dedicated to raising the family and supporting Gene's work as Church of Christ minister in Rankin, Taylor, Freeport, Hamlin, Colorado City, Portales,NM, and Fredericksburg. Glenda is also known by many for her work as Secretary and Attendance Clerk at Fredericksburg High School for over 25 years. Glenda is survived by three children and their spouses: Leah and Richard Hewitt of Taylor Lake Village, TX...

Glenda Glover Johnston of Burnet and formally of Fredericksburg passed away on Thursday, March 21st at the age of 86 years. Glenda was born March 18, 1938 in Burnet County to Ralph and Ima Glover. She married Wilton H. Gene Johnston on June 6, 1959 in Lake Victor, Texas and spent her life dedicated to raising the family and supporting Gene's work as Church of Christ minister in Rankin, Taylor, Freeport, Hamlin, Colorado City, Portales,NM, and Fredericksburg. Glenda is also known by many for her work as Secretary and Attendance Clerk at Fredericksburg High School for over 25 years. Glenda is survived by three children and their spouses: Leah and Richard Hewitt of Taylor Lake Village, TX...

Robert Perry Sanford (Rob) died at his home in Fredericksburg, TX on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. He was 70 years old. Rob was a sweet, funny, talented, handsome guy. So smart. So loving. So authentic. Somewhat quircky. He was also a miracle. He survived 24 years without a pancreas. But let's go back. Rob was good. He was a really good person. He loved dogs and took his own and his neighbors' dogs for many walks. He buried three dogs and one cat, whose lives he shared with his second wife Kathy O'Neill. Rob's pancreatic cancer and diabetes were attended to in Fredericksburg by Dr. Pam Cantu, for whom we are all grateful. Above all Rob loved his amazing son Richard Perry...

Robert Perry Sanford (Rob) died at his home in Fredericksburg, TX on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. He was 70 years old. Rob was a sweet, funny, talented, handsome guy. So smart. So loving. So authentic. Somewhat quircky. He was also a miracle. He survived 24 years without a pancreas. But let's go back. Rob was good. He was a really good person. He loved dogs and took his own and his neighbors' dogs for many walks. He buried three dogs and one cat, whose lives he shared with his second wife Kathy O'Neill. Rob's pancreatic cancer and diabetes were attended to in Fredericksburg by Dr. Pam Cantu, for whom we are all grateful. Above all Rob loved his amazing son Richard Perry...

Mr. Kenneth K. Kothe of Fredericksburg passed away on Monday, March 18th at the age of 87 years Kenneth K. Kothe was born on May 7th, 1936 in Fredericksburg, Texas to Herman W. and Emma Schmidt Kothe He married JoAnn Mandry on November 5th, 1960 in San Antonio, Texas Kenneth was born and raised in Fredericksburg. He was a lifetime rancher, a businessman, a community supporter and a loving husband and father. He married JoAnn Mandry in 1960 and has spent 63 years loving every minute with her. He owned Behrends Garage then moved to the hospitality business. He started with the Sunday House Inn & Restaurant and went on to build other hotels locally including the Hampton Inn &...

Marcus Joseph Maurer of Fredericksburg passed away on Friday March 15, 2024 at the age of 92 years. Marcus was born August 9, 1931 in Fredericksburg, Texas to Willie and Laura Heinemann Maurer. Marcus married Olga Weber Prochnow on June 4, 1960 in St. Mary's Catholic Church. Marcus Maurer is survived by his children and their spouses: Patrick Maurer of Keithville, Louisiana, Virginia Maurer of Fredericksburg, Barbara & Kent Spenrath of San Antonio, Mary Maurer of Fredericksburg, Victor & Kathy Prochnow of Elgin, Texas, Werner & Loretta Prochnow of San Antonio Seven grandchildren, four great grandchildren, one great great grandchild. Along with his wife and parents, Marcus...

Darlene Marie St. Clair of Fredericksburg, Texas passed away on Sunday, March 10th at the age of 89 years. She was born on November 11, 1934 in Rheingold, Gillespie County to Harry Gold and Emmie Knaupp Gold. She married Waymon Lee St. Clair on September 4, 1971 in Holy Ghost Lutheran Church, Fredericksburg, Texas. Darlene is survived by daughters-in-law Jane Kunz Payne of Fredericksburg and Elaine and Tim Bargsley of Fredericksburg; two grandchildren Greg and Erica Payne of San Antonio and Amy and Daniel Poorman of Coppell, two great grandchildren Dylan Poorman and Tyler Poorman. Four sisters-in-law and spouses, Shirley Gold of Fredericksburg, Barbara and C. Daniel Zoeller of Comfort,...

Russell M. Wahl of Fredericksburg passed away on Saturday, March 9th at the age of 74 years. Russell was born August 15, 1949 in Fredericksburg, TX to Will Harvey (Billy) and Oda Wahl. He married Debbie Kuhlmann Wahl on May 16, 1970 in Bethany Lutheran Church. Russell is survived by two children and their spouses: Jeff & Martha Wahl of Helotes and their children, Manuel & Heather Lopez, and grandchildren Teddy & Lila Lopez; Nikolas & Crissy Wahl of Leander and their daughters, Grace & Olivia Wahl, who were the "apple" of his eyes. Nothing compared to his granddaughters. Russell was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Amanda Jung. Service will be held on...

Mrs. Pat Pyka nee Irene Lilly Engelhardt of Fredericksburg passed away on Wednesday March 6th at the age of 97 years. Irene was born February 2, 1927 in Fredericksburg, TX to Alfred and Annie Wienecke Engelhardt. She married Pat Pyka on June 25, 1947 at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Irene is survived by six children and their spouses: Preston and Barbara Pyka of Canyon, TX David and Cathy Pyka of Georgetown Dale and Dorothy Pyka of Fredericksburg Martha and Duane Durst of Fredericksburg Paul and Kandis Pyka of Fredericksburg Terri and Brad Swearingen of Round Rock Thirteen Grandchildren and ten Great Grandchildren Irene was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Pat. Mass...

Glenn Richard St. Clair, 71, of Fredericksburg, TX. passed away Tuesday March 5th, 2024 at home with family by his side. He was born in Alton, Illinois to parents, Jack B. St. Clair and Jean M. St. Clair on June, 25th, 1952. Glenn was an avid soccer player in his younger years. Loved fishing, hiking trips, and reading murder mysteries. He had a grand love for animals. He also loved spending time in the garden. He was a very humble soul. He planted positive thoughts in our hearts. Glenn adored his niece, Jeniffer Holland and her Family and his nephew, Jackson St. Clair. He greatly took on a role as Daddy Glenn to his stepdaughter, Ashley D. Derby and Poppa Glenn to his granddaughter,...

James Hofmann "Jim" Foerster was born on March 22, 1935 in Corpus Christi, TX to Victor Richard Foerster and Ella Mae "Helen" Hofmann Foerster. He was one of those fortunate persons to have had extremely loving and caring parents and extended family, all tempered with high expectations that he become the best he could be. Jim was preceded in death by his precious parents and his only sibling, Victor Richard "Dick" Foerster. Though they were five years apart, they were best friends. Jim is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary Foerster nee Woodriff At an early age, his love of anything sports was his main focus. He was a friend to all and his outgoing and friendly nature served him...

William J Renfro, loved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, and esteemed banker and devoted civic leader, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 29th, 2024. He was a pillar of the Austin business community, leaving behind a profound legacy of service, integrity while devoting love and dedication to his family. Born in Glasgow, Kentucky and raised in Port Lavaca, Texas, Bill dedicated his career to the banking industry and eventually the betterment of his beloved city of Austin. Throughout his illustrious career, he made significant contributions to the Central Texas banking industry, leaving an indelible mark on Austin's financial landscape. His expertise, vision, and...