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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...

Clara "Jeanette" Fields, a beacon of love and warmth, transitioned from this world on Monday, April 9th, 2024, enveloped in the embrace of her beloved family after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Born on July 30, 1938, in Douglas, Arizona, the younger of two children of L.T. and Mary Lee Modrall, her journey unfolded with grace and purpose. On December 30, 1965, Jeanette united in matrimony with her cherished soulmate and best friend, James "Jim" Fields, embarking on a shared adventure that saw the nurturing of four sons and one granddaughter. In 1983, Jeanette and Jim embraced a new chapter in Fredericksburg, TX, where Jeanette enjoyed a long career as a dedicated secretary for...

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...

Jack Edward Lee, 91 of Fredericksburg, Texas, formerly of Big Spring, TX, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024. An open visitation will begin at1:00pm on Monday, April 15, 2024, ending at 9:00 pm at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory. Services will be at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at Trinity Memorial Park Chapel. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park. Jack was born at home on May 13, 1932 in Big Spring to Benjamin Roy Lee and Nettie Mae Simon Lee. The youngest of 2 children, Jack was preceded in death by his sister, Wanda E Lee Hunt. He attended Westward Elementary School, then Big Spring High where he was involved in baseball & basketball. He...

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...

Joseph M. Litzelfelner, 90, of Montoursville, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Joe was born on Jan. 16, 1934, in Blytheville, Arkansas to Joseph R. Litzelfelner and Marjory (Martin) Litzelfelner. Joe graduated from the University of Arizona in 1956 with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. He then served in the U.S. Navy aboard submarines and was stationed in San Diego, where he met and married Ruth A. Kurtz, of Montoursville, Pennsylvania. They shared 57 years of marriage. In 1967, Joe, Ruth and their children moved to Rochester, New York, where Joe began a 22-year career at Eastman Kodak Company. While working for Kodak, he obtained master's...

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...

Billy Dale Akin passed away March 29th at the age of 80. Billy is survived by his daughter, Julie Jumes and husband Mike; 2 sons, Steve Akin and wife Kami and Scott Akin; 11 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Billy Akin will be cremated with services at a later date in Fort Worth. Online condolences may be left at fredericksburg-funerals.com

David Lawrence Cooney of Fredericksburg passed away on March 27, 2024 at the age of 68. He was born on in Shreveport LA to Elmer Lawrence and Sally Johnston Cooney. He is survived by his children Patricia Lynn Reed, and Stephen Cooney, his mother Sally Johnston Cooney. Per his wishes he will be cremated with a private family service at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Dog Park or the charity of your choice.

Marvin Alonzo Daniel of Fredericksburg passed away on March 26, 2024 at the age of 101. He is survived by his son Wendell M. Daniel and wife Linda of Early TX, 2 grandchildren and7 great grandchildren Funeral services were held April 1, 2024 in First Baptist Church with interment at Greenwood Cemetery. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church or the charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be left at Fredericksburg-funeras.com

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....

Winifred Caroline "Winnie" Heidenreich passed away March 26th at the age of 93. Winnie is survived by her daughter Cheryl Jean Rowan and husband Dana of Fredericksburg; 3 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. A celebration of Winnies life was held, Saturday, March 30th, in the chapel of Fredericksburg Funeral Home. Memorial contributions in Winnie's memory may be made to CEDEPCA.ORG, Hill Country Community Needs Council, or the charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be left at fredericksburg-funerals.com

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...

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...

Leanne Gail Halford of Fredericksburg passed away on March 13, 2024 at the age of 56. She was born Chelsea MA. To Preston Lee and Donna Lynne Bennett Harrison. She married Darren Lynn Halford on July 31, 1999 in League City TX. She is survived by her husband Darren Lynn Halford of Fredericksburg TX, her parents Preston and Donna Harrison of League City TX, Children; Kimber Freund and husband Ryan of Needville TX, Caitlyn Halford of College Station TX, Graison Halford of Fredericksburg TX; sister Theresa Carrillo. The family will greet friends on Tuesday March 19, 2024 from 10:00am - 1:00p.m. in the Fredericksburg Funeral Home. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday March...

Emily Joanne Beckmann Schott, of Mason and Fredericksburg, passed away on Monday, March 11, at the age of 85. Joanne was born on December 4, 1938, to Elgin Hugo Beckmann and Mabel Tinney Beckmann. She went to school in Mason and was a graduate of Mason High School. On April 7, 1957, she married Joseph Oscar Schott Jr. Their marriage was blessed with two children: a son, Joseph Oscar Schott III, and a daughter Jay Anne. They moved around quite a bit as Joseph was in the military. They eventually moved back to Mason and after Joseph passed away, Joanne moved to Fredericksburg to be closer to her children. Joanne was the owner of Mountain Magic in Cloudcroft, New Mexico and was a...