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ELIZABETH ABBOTTLa Grange Journal Died—On the 10th inst., at Beauchamp-place, Warwick, Elizabeth, wife of Lancelot Abbots, aged 75 years. The deceased was for many years a resident of Fayette County. The above we clip from the Warwick, England Advertiser. Mr. Abbott was formerly a resident of our county, still owns considerable property here and has many warm friends among our old citizens who will be grieved to hear of the death of his excellent lady. Contributed by Kathy CarterFRANK ADAMCIK, JR.Weimar Mercury Frank Adamcik, Jr. Is Claimed by DeathNews was received here Sunday that Mr. Frank Adamcik, Jr., well known farmer of the Cistern community and related to a number of residents of this section had been claimed by death. As best we could learn the particulars, Mr. Adamcik was taken ill while at work in his field. This must have been on Saturday. His illness was at once diagnosed as of serious type, and he hurriedly was taken to the hospital at LaGrange. There it was found that he was suffering with appendicitis, and that his appendix had bursted. He was operated on early Sunday morning, but it was too late, and his death quickly followed. The funeral took place at the Barton Springs Cemetery, near Cistern, with Revs. Jansky of Cistern, Anders of Praha and Kasper of Plum officatinmg. The funeral was largely attended, many old time friends of the family from this section being present. Mr. Adamcik was 51 years of age at time of death. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Adamcik, Sr., of LaGrange. Other survivors are his widow and six children, Mrs. Alfred Matocha of Smithville, Mrs. Julius Kahanek of George West, Edward, Frank, Benno and Velma Adamcik; four brother, George and Adolf of LaGrange and William and Charles of Dubina and six sisters, Mrs. Frank Kruppa of Muldoon, Mrs. Joe Vasek of Cistern, Mrs. Chas. Lidiak of Weimar, Mrs. Henry Janda, Mrs. Richard Kruppa and Mrs. Adolf Matocha of LaGrange. Mr. Adamcik was well and favorably known through this section, a descendant of one of our oldest and best families, a kind hearted, good man, a devoted husband and father, the best of neighbors and friends, and his untimely death is sincerely deplored. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to his bereaved ones. HENRIETTA ANN MURAS ADAMCIKThe Colorado County Citizen, December 24, 1981, Pg. 2 HENRIETTA ANN ADAMCIKFuneral services for Henrietta Ann Adamcik, 74, of La Grange were held Thursday afternoon at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetery. Msgr. Harry officiated. Interment was in the Holy Rosary catholic Church Cemetery of Hostyn under the direction of the Koenig-Peel Funeral home. Adamcik died Dec. 15, at the Diagnostic Hospital in Houston. She was born Aug. 11, 1907 in Rutersville, Texas, the daughter of Charles and Annie Kallus Muras. She married Adolph Adamcik on May 4, 1925, in La Grange. She was a lifetime resident of La Grange and a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, The Altar Society, the CDA and the KJZT. Adamcik is survived by her husband, Adolph Adamcik of La Grange; five daughters, Martha Hill of Austin, Lillian Barnes of Austin, Helen Janacek of Dallas, Florence Hrncir of Dallas and Lucy Janda of Houston; nine sons, Charles Adamcik of Dallas, Leon Adamcik of Dallas, Edwin Adamcik of Dallas, Adolph Adamcik of Dallas, Frank Adamcik of Dallas, John Adamcik of Dallas, Ben Adamcik of Terrell, Jerome Adamcik of Houston and Lawrence Adamcik of La Grange; five sisters, Bessie Jolly of Houston, Ann Richardson of Houston, Georgia Urban of Houston, Frances Demel of Schulenburg and Mary Dittrich of Schulenburg; seven brothers, Stanley Muras of Houston, Charlie Muras of Houston, Frank Muras of Houston, Louis Muras of Houston, T. E. Muras of La Grange, Anton Muras of Columbus and Ladd Muras of Flatonia; 50 grandchildren; and 30 great grandchildren. Transcribed by David HahnJ. F. (JEFF) ADAMCIKWeimar Mercury, 2 Jan 1969, page 1 Jeff Adamcik Heart Victim; Rites ThursdayJ. F. (Jeff) Adamick [sic.], 55-year-old Holman farmer and rancher, succumbed to heart disease at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday in Youens Memorial Hospital, where he had been admitted 10 days earlier. Funeral services will be held at 9 o'clock Thursday morning, Jan. 2, at Hubbard Funeral Home, continuing at 9:30 at St. Wenceslaus Church, Holman. Burial will be in the Holman Catholic Cemetery. Rev. Joe Hamala, Holman pastor, will be celebrant of the mass. Rev. Albert Hubertus, pastor of St. Michael's here, will give the sermon. Pallbearers will be Mr. Adamcik's nephews, Gene Kristoff, Tommy Kristoff, Ike Petras, Jim Hluchanek, Alvin Adamcik and Mark Mazoch. Jerome Frederick Adamcik was born at Holman Sept. 30, 1913, the son of John R. and Mary Kubala Adamcik, and lived his entire life there. He married Miss Mary Kristoff there Oct. 20, 1937. She survives, along with two brothers, George Adamcik of Dallas and Otto Adamcik of Victoria; and three sisters, Mrs. Gus (Bessie) Petras of La Grange, Mrs. Elizabeth Hluchanek of Weimar and Mrs. Louis (Mary Ann) Mazoch of Holman. Three brothers, Henry, Bob and Emil, preceded Mr. Adamcik in death. JOHN R. ADAMCIKWeimar Mercury, 19 Jun 1942, page 1 John R. Adamcik Dies in Hospital At HallettsvilleFuneral services were held at Holman Saturday morning for Mr. John R. Admacik, father of Mrs. Elizabeth Hluchanek of this city and Bob Adamcik, owner of Bob's Place in Schulenburg. Mr. Adamcik, who was 76 years, 11 months and 17 days old, died last Thursday in a Hallettsville hospital. Services were held from the family home near Holman and again at the Ammannsville Catholic Church. He was born in Moravia, Frenstat, in 1865. At the age of 8 years, he moved with his sisters and brothers to the united States, landing at Galveston. They settled at Dubina and later at Bluff, Texas. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Elizabeth Hluchanek, Weimar; Mrs. Bessie Petrash and Mrs. Mary Ann Mazoch of La Grange; and five sons, Geo. Adamcik, Dalas; Bob Adamcik, Schulenburg; Emil Adamcik, Almeda, Calif.; Otto L. Adamcik, Victoria; and Jerome F. Adamcik of Holman. Fourteen grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren also survive. The Mercury extends heartfelt sympathy to the family. JOHN ADDICKS, SRThe La Grange Journal Aged Citizen Dies Thursday, March 12 Near WarrentonJohn Addicks, Sr., aged 80 years, died at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Fritz Rohde of near Warrenton, Thursday, March 12. His wife preceded him in 1918. For the past four years he had been an invalid; up to the day prior to his death, he was in a cheerful mood, and gave no sign of leaving. Funeral services were held Friday, Rev. J. Bosshard officiating; interment was had in the Townsend cemetery. He is survived by one son, John Addicks, Jr., of New Wehden and one daughter, Mrs. Fritz (Johanna) Rohde, near Warrenton. Contributed by Rob BrownLEE ROY AFFLERBACHLa Grange Journal Former Carmine Man Expires in Houston HospitalLee Roy Afflerbach, born August 19, 1903, in Carmine, where he lived until the year 1926, expired in a Houston Hospital at 7:30 p.m. last Thursday, January 9, after an illness of about two weeks. Yellow jaundice was the cause of his death. Funeral services were held at Giddings, Saturday afternoon at 4:00 o’clock, with interment in the Giddings cemetery, Rev. Willis officiating. Deceased left Carmine in 1926 to work for the Peter Company in Giddings. On November 7, 1926, he was married to Miss Elda Sump, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fritz Sump of near Giddings. In 1931 he was transferred to the La Grange plant of the Peter Company and was employed there until he left to accept employment with the Frederick Produce Company in Houston, August, 1934. Survivors, besides his wife are a seven year-old son, Lee Jr., his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Afflerbach of Carmine, two brothers, R. Z. and B. L., of Carmine, two sisters, Mrs. Ernest Lehmann of Ledbetter, and Miss Mary Lucy Afflerbach of Carmine. Our Sympathy is extended to the bereaved relatives.Transcribed by Stacy N. SneedFANNIE LENERT AHLRICHSLa Grange JournalThursday, December 18, 1947 Mrs. G. A. Ahlrichs, Warrenton, ExpiresMrs. Fannie Lenert Ahlrichs, -- , of Warrenton died at her home there Sunday morning, five weeks after the passing of her husband, G. A. Ahlrichs. Mrs. Ahlrichs, nee Fannie Lenert, spent her entire life in the Warrenton community. She was born Aug. 11, 1879 and on Aug. 10, 1898 married Mr. Ahlrichs. Peace Justice Lloyd Dippel of La Grange, who held the inquest, rendered a verdict of death by her own hand. Funeral services were held at the Koenig Funeral Home Chapel here Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. H. T. Flachmeier officiating. Interment was in the Townsend (Foral Chapel) Cemetery near Warrenton. Survivors are two sisters, Mrs. Annie Oltmann and Mrs. J. E. Tiemann, both of Warrenton; and three brothers, Charlie Lenert of Oldenburg; Dr. Robert Lenert of Brenham and Andrew Lenert of New Braunfels.Contributed by Rob BrownLEE ROY AHLSCHLAEGERThe La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 10, 1938 Lee Roy AhlschlaegerLee Roy, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Ahlschlaeger of near Waldeck, died Tuesday, February 8, the infant had been ill for a few days. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon, Rev. R. Heise, pastor of the St. Paul Lutheran church of La Grange, officiating. Lee Roy was born January 7, 1938; he is mourned by his parents and four brothers and one sister. Sincere sympathy is offered to the survivors.Contributed by Rob BrownADOLPH ALAMINSKYLa Grange Journal, Thursday, November 25, 1926 Death Follows InjuriesThe remains of Adolph Alaminsky, aged 42 years, were interred at the Carmine cemetery Monday afternoon, Rev. H. Brunatte conducting the religious ceremonies. There was a large number of relatives and friends present to pay their last respects. Mr. Alaminsky was the victim of an accident, an accident that befell him on November 10, two weeks ago Wednesday. Engaged in cutting wood for the family use, he essayed to fell a tree that he had chopped, in descending the tree struck another tree, a limb was torn and fell with crushing force, striking Mr. Alaminsky on the forehead, crushing his skull. His brother-in-law, Gus. Arndt, also his son, were present at the time of the accident and immediately took the unfortunate man to the family home, where medical aid was given. The next morning, upon the advice of the attending physician Mr. Alaminsky was taken to the Brenham Hospital for treatment. Last Saturday, when his wife visited him, it was believed that he would recover, but on Sunday he suddenly expired. Deceased is reported to the Journal to have been a good neighbor and citizen, and was well liked. His death is sincerely regretted by all and leaves to mourn his going his widow, an only son, who is not in good health, and three daughters, and other relatives. Our sympathy is offered to the survivors. Contributed by Rob BrownMRS. CARL ALBERTLa Grange Journal Fayetteville SectionMrs. Carl Alberts The remains of Mrs. Carl Alberts, aged 54 years, were brought here from Houston, Monday, and taken to the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Henniger, from where the funeral was conducted Tuesday morning at 10:00 o’clock, with Rev. Bosshard officiating. Mrs. Alberts is survived by her husband, 15 children, her aged parents, four brothers, three sisters, eleven grandchildren, and a large number of relatives and friends, to whom we extend out deepest condolence. Burial was in the Pagel cemetery. May her sleep be peaceful! Transcribed by Stacy N. SneedANNA ALBRECHTLa Grange Journal Aged Woman Dies At Flatonia FridayMrs. Anna Albrecht, aged 88 years, a citizen of Flatonia for more than half a century, died Friday night. Deceased was born in Europe; surviving are her sons A. W. Albrecht, Mrs. Jim Darling and Ed. Albrecht of Flatonia, and Mrs. Val. Wojcik of La Grange. Funeral Services were held Sunday morning, with interment at the Oak Hill Cemetery. Transcribed by Stacy N. SneedThe La Grange Journal, Thursday, May 14, 1936 Grandmother PassesMrs. Albrecht, 87 years of age, passed away Friday night at the home of her son, Anton Albrecht. Grandmother Albrecht had suffered intensely for two months from an infection in her foot, caused from cutting a corn; the toe was amputated, but too late, the poison had spread, and on account of her age, another operation would have been fatal at once. The family has many friends here who sympathize with them in the going of mother and grandmother. The funeral was held from the Catholic church, Sunday morning, with many friends attending the services for this wonderful mother, grandmother and friend. – N.Contributed by Rob BrownANNA HELMCAMP ALBRECHT |
CARRIE ALEXANDERLa Grange Journal Wife and Mother Passes Suddenly Friday, March 19The shadow again fell across the thresholds of the Alexander families last Friday morning, the fourth time within a period of 16 months, seeming lurking in the vicinity to return after a brief absence. Mrs. Carrie Alexander, wife of Jake Alexander, died at the La Grange Hospital Friday morning, shortly after the hour of midnight of Thursday, following a surgical operation that was entered upon with the firm hope of a speedy recovery. Death comes to all, its is inevitable; in the death of Mrs. Alexander, the mortal who judges not but seems to be unable to understand, is brought face to face with the prophecy of old: “In the midst of life we are in death.” The woman who reared three sons and one daughter, who was in the truest sense a loving and interested neighbor, a woman who loved her children and made for her husband a devoted wife, confident of a speedy recovery from the inevitable necessity of an operation to relieve her of an increasing ailment, suddenly closed her eyes and with that characteristic pose ever assumed when adversity came, smiling accepted the verdict. The efforts of man are, after all, small, very small. There seems to be a greater judge at all times, and His unerring decision dispels the efforts of man. Miss Carrie—and all knew her better by that endearing name—ever subject to the call for assistance, ever willing to help the societies of the city destined for the welfare of its people and its children, cognizant of the duties a mother should assume, thought not of herself, but of those of her family circle to whom she could bring joy, and those whom she could assist, in the good work a small city imposed upon all who seek to advance the civic pride and welfare. She knew she was seriously ill; with the grim determination to submit to the ordeal, and through the efforts of a surgeon arrest the rapid advance of bodily succumb, she accepted the verdict. Successful as was the surgical act, the resistance believed to be that of her human constitution, was minus. Friends of the family encouraged every hope that she would soon be restored to her family, in good health. Sincere prayers and expressions of the hope encouraged, interfered not with the decision made in the mind of Him whose mysteries ways will ever be respected but still a mystery. Miss Carrie, her youngest child, Jacolyn, in the prospective class of graduation at the high school this year, was preparing to enjoy what a mother will who has watched her offspring mature. Who can deny her that right? Sunday afternoon, with the sun shining from a cloudless sky, the body was lowered to the dark recesses of the grave, while hundreds of sympathizing friends stood near, dropping a tear of sorrow, and in full sympathy with the husband, the children and the relatives of both. Countless blossoms of beautiful roses, carnations, etc., emblems of evergreen and flowers banked high about the plot of ground, told the story of love and esteem. And Miss Carrie passed from the sight of all. It is not agreeable task for an editor to draw the picture; it is unpleasant, in the sense of application, to present to reader scenes that are sacred and yet so painful. Others, good and kind, sincere and true, pass down the same lane, perhaps little is said, but not out of lack of love and respect. Close association weaves tendrils that, severed by death, bleed as freely as does the open wound in the hearts of those who, by ties of kinship, are bowed in grief. May her soul find repose in that realm where according to the teachings of all creeds, there is no parting, and no tears. Mrs. Carrie Alexander, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Westheimer, was born and grew to womanhood in Houston; November 17, 1909, she became the wife of Jake Alexander of La Grange. The union was blessed by three sons, Michael, Carrol and Richard, and one daughter, Jacolyn. The eldest son is a student of dentistry at the Kansas City Dental College, the second son is associated with the father in business and the youngest son, is at present a student at the Agricultural and Mechanical College. Jacolyn is attending the La Grange High School in La Grange, and will graduate next May. Mrs. Alexander was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and two brothers. One of the sisters twin, died at the age of 22 years. Her husband and children survive; her family relatives surviving are Mrs. Rose Schwartz, Mrs. Hettie Ray and Miss Mollie Westheimer of Houston. Six nephews carried the casket containing their aunt, to the open grave, the are: Dr. Chas Alexander, Sam Henry Alexander, Howard Alexander, Alexander Sam Hellman, Richard Schwartz of Houston and Lee Alexander of La Grange. Dr. Wolff Macht of Waco and Rabbi Darren of Austin, officiated at the home and the grave. Transcribed by Connie F. SneedCHARLES ALEXANDERThursday, August 3, 1933 Across The DivideTuesday night, at 11:00 o’clock, Chas. Alexander died at the Alexander home in La Grange, aged 64 years, 9 months and 14 days; he had been in declining health for the past two months, and in that period of illness, despite the solicitation of the able medical service, his condition rapidly declined. Friends of the family were informed during the past week, that life was suspended by a very slender thread. Chas. Alexander was born in La Grange, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. A. Alexander, and grew to manhood in this city. His apt ability in business early became manifest, after an experience with other firms for several years he became associated with the Alexander Grocery Company of La Grange, 30 years ago, serving first as traveling salesman and later, as manager of the Flatonia branch of the wholesale company. He was vice-president of the company. Survivors are, his widow, (nee Miss Cora Jacobs of Houston,) one son Dr. Chas. S. Alexander of Houston; one brother, Jake Alexander, and five sisters: Misses Essie, Rae, Gertie and Jeannette of La Grange and Mrs. B. Hellman of Houston. His membership in fraternal orders included that of the LaFayette Lodge, No. 34, A.F. & A.M., of La Grange; Scottish Rite Chapter of Galveston, El Mina Shrine, Galveston, and the Knights of Pythias Lodges at La Grange and Flatonia. He was also a member of Post L., Travelers’ Protection Association of La Grange. Services will be held at the Alexander residence on Washington street at 1:00 o’clock, p.m., Thursday, August 3, with Dr. Macht of Waco, officiating. The body will be taken to Houston immediately after the services, and interment will take place at 5:30 o’clock, p.m., at the Beth Israel cemetery, Dr. Barnston officiating. The Masonic Fraternity will have charge. The death of Chas. Alexander, the fourth of five sons born to the family of Mr. and Mrs. A. Alexander, leaves its sting. As the reaper exacts his toll, his unerring stroke respects no creed or sect, in his wake the sorrow is revealed. The sympathy of the community in this instance is offered to the relatives.Contributed by Rob BrownGUYBRET F. ALEXANDERAustin American-Statesman, April 3, 1997 Guybret F. Alexander was born July 25, 1915 in LaGrange, Fayette County, Texas to Ida Dotson Johnson and Bert Moore. She was raised by her grandparents, James and Charity Dotson. She was preceded in death by her brother, Lloyl Johnson, sisters, Lorraine Johnson and America Johnson Walker, grandchildren, Christopher Turner, Stuart and Michael Allen. Her education was received in the LaGrange County Public Schools. She accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized in the Colorado River under the auspices of Ebenezer Baptist Church in LaGrange. There she served as Superintendent of the Sunday School and played the piano for the Training Union. After moving to Austin, she united with the Ebenezer Baptist Church under the pastorate of the late Reverend J.C. Latt. She remained faithful and serving as Bible teacher for Circle #8, President of Mission One and gave over 40 years of service to the Usher Board. Her early employment was with the American Woodmen Insurance Company and later with the Texas State Department of Health retiring in 1985. She was married to the late James D. Alexander. She leaves cherished and loving memories to her children whom she loved dearly, sons, James Oliver Allen of Austin; daughters, Sam Ella Alexander Henson of Los Angeles, California, Vera Allen Manor of Brandywine, Maryland, Sharon Alexander of Austin, Guybret June Alexander Bolden of Corpus Christi, Rose Alexander Turner of Austin, Marilyn Alexander Walls of Clinton, Maryland and Lisa Alexander Jenkins of Austin. Also, sons-in-law, Clarence Henson, Emile Bolden, Robert Turner and James Walls, Jr.; one brother-in-law, John T. Walker of Los Angeles, California; 25 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; cherished cousins, Eugenia Key, Edith Jordan and Mandy Washington; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. The family will receive friends Friday, April 4, 1997, 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. at King-Tears Mortuary. Funeral will be Saturday, April 5, 1997 at 12:00 noon at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 1010 E. 10th St. Burial will be at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Cemetery. Contributed by Connie SneedJOSEPH ALEXANDERLa Grange Journal JOSEPH ALEXANDER DIESMr. Joseph Alexander, a son of Captain S. Alexander, for many years a resident of this place, died at the home of his parents on Wednesday the 14th December, 1887, and was buried in the Hebrew Cemetery. The young man had a spell of sickness during the early part of the Fall lasting several weeks, from which he finally recovered and returned to Austin, where he resided. He was born 19 October 1857. After a short space of time, he was attacked again and returned here where his parents and other loved ones of his family could minister to his wants. Drs. Smith and Lunn did everything for him that medical skill could suggest, but the disease, hemorrhage of the bowels, would not yield to any treatment, and with all the tender nursing of loving hands he lingered until death relieved of his suffering, which was intense up to the within a few hours of his death. Nothwithstanding the agony through which he passed, he retained his consciousness up to a brief interval before he expired. The Journal extends to the bereaved family its sincere condolence in their sad affliction. SEELIG ALEXANDERWeimar Mercury Capt. Alexander, an old citizen of LaGrange, was found dead in bed at his house in that city Wednesday morning. Heart failure was the probable cause. He had often expressed the wish that he might drop off suddenly and without pain, and it seems that his wish was fulfilled. Transcribed by Dorothy AlbrechtVICTOR D. ALEXANDERWeimar Mercury LAGRANGE WHOLESALE GROCER SUCCUMBSLaGrange, Texas, Nov. 5 – Funeral services for Victor D. Alexander, 55, who died early Saturday following a week's illness, will be held at the family home Sunday afternoon. Mr. Alexander was prominent in wholesale grocery circles and was a member of the Alexander Grocery Company, with headquarters here and branches at Flatonia, Giddings and Elgin. Survivors are two brothers, Jake Alexander of this city and Charles of Flatonia, and five sisters, Misses Essie, Rae, Gertrude and Jeanette Alexander of this city and Mrs. B. Hellman of Houston. HENRY ALHORN, SR.La Grange JournalThursday, December 29, 1938 In Memorium
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EDWARD C. H. ANDERSThe La Grange Journal, December 15, 1966 EDWARD C. H. ANDERSFuneral services for Edward C. H. Anders, 72, of La Grange were held Monday, December 12, at 3:00 P.M. at the St. Paul Lutheran Church here with the Rev. Clarence Oestreich officiating. Burial was in the La Grange City Cemetery under direction of Koenig Funeral Home. Mr. Anders passed away in the Youens Memorial Hospital in Weimar on December 11. The deceased, a World War I veteran, was born in Fayette County on March 4, 1894, the son of John and Sophie Gerdes Anders. On December 19, 1921, at Park, Texas, he was united in marriage with Miss Ollie Keilers who preceded him in death on December 9, 1962. Survivors include a son, Leward Anders of La Grange; two sisters, Mrs. Gerhard (Emma) Oeltjen and Mrs. John (Elsie) Freudenberg, both of La Grange; brother, Edmund Anders of La Grange; and 3 grandchildren. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersFRANCES KAINER ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury Lady of Holman Section Claimed by DeathMany hearts throughout this community were saddened last Friday morning May 31 when news spread that Mrs. Frances Anders was dead. Mrs. Anders spent over twelve years in a chair, both of her lower limbs being paralyzed. Towards the last her condition was critical. Everything possible was done for her comfort and care but nothing availed. The poor, tired spirit gave up the struggle and joined her loved ones on the other shore. The funeral took place last Sunday morning from the residence of her son, Mr. Joe Anders. The remains were laid to rest in the Dubina Cemetery, after a touching burial service at St. Cyril and Methodius Church conducted by Very Rev. Jos. Szymanski of Weimar and Rev. Raska of Holman. Active pallbearers were her grandsons. Mrs. Anders was 68 years of age at the time of death. She was born in Moravia Czechoslovakia in 1867. She came to Texas at the age of 14 with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Kainer. The family settled in the Dubina community, later moving to Holman. In 1886, she was united in marriage to Mr. Vinc Anders, and they engaged in farmer between Dubina and Holman. For the last ten years they made their home with their oldest son. Nine children were born to this union, one of whom died in infancy. Her husband died in April, 1931. The surviving children are Joe Anders of Holman, Mrs. Edward Janecka, Needville, Ludwig Anders of Schulenburg, Mrs. Louis Janecka of New Bielau, Emil Anders of Holman, Mrs. John Jokel and Mrs. Otto Koenig of Vernon, Mrs. Henry Beyer of Glen For a; also one brother, Anton Kainer, Hallettsville, 36 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Mrs. Anders was a splendid, good woman, always proving herself to be a devoted wife, mother and friend, and her death is deeply and sincerely deplored. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to her bereaved ones. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersFRANK ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury, December 31, 1909, page 1 Houston Post: The death of Frank Anders, aged 73 years, occurred at 7 o’clock Friday morning at the residence of his son, Adolph Anders, who resides at 3602 Market street. Deceased is survived by four sons, Adolph, Charles, Frank and Ferdinand of Houston and two daughters, Mrs. Aldrich Windmeyer of Houston and Mrs. Louis Barton of Weimar. The body will be shipped tonight by Sid Westheimer Company to Schulenburg, Texas for interment. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersFRANK J. ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury, Thursday, January 3, 1958 Frank J. Anders, 79, Succumbs Rites SaturdayFuneral services for Frank J. Anders Sr., 79, who died at 7:35 a.m. on New Year’s Day after a year’s illness, will be held here Saturday morning, with burial in the Dubina Catholic Cemetery. Services will begin at 9:45 a.m. at Hubbard Funeral Home, continuing at 10 o’clock in St. Michael’s Church. Rev. Arnold Anders, a son who is assistant pastor at St. Michael’s will officiate. Mr. Anders died in Huth Memorial Hospital at Yoakum, where he had been a patient at various times during the past year. His last stay there had been about three months. Born July 3, 1878, at High Hill, he was a lifelong resident of this area. As a child he moved with his parents, Joseph and Marie Anders to Dubina. He married Miss Annie Guenther in St. Michael’s Church here on Oct. 21, 1913, and they continued to live at Dubina. A successful farmer and community leader, he was a member of Sts. Cyril & Methodius Church and St. Joseph’s Society at Dubina. Surviving in addition to his widow are four sons, Arthur Anders of Baytown, Rev. Arnold Anders and Frank Anders Jr. of Weimar, and John L. Anders of Houston; two daughters, Mrs. Margaret Hartensteiner, Dubina, Sister Ida of Victoria; three brothers, Joseph Anders of Schulenburg, Edward Anders of Dubina, and Rev. John Anders of Cistern; four sisters, Mrs. Mary Kloesel of Baytown, Miss Theresa Anders of Dubina, Sister Firmina of Chapel Hill and Miss Ludmila Anders of Yoakum; and 16 grandchildren. A brother, Anton, preceded him in death in March ’52. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersJOSEPH ANDERSThe Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, April 17, 1936 Jos. Anders, Sr. Passes AwayJoseph Anders, Sr., aged 86, passed away at the family residence near Dubina on Wednesday, April 15, at about five o’clock. Deceased had been ill for about three years and had been confined to his bed for the past two weeks. He was one of the pioneer residents of this section. He was the father of Father John Anders of Praha and Joseph A. Anders of Schulenburg. There are also several other children in the family. Funeral services will be held from the family residence on Friday, April 17, at 9 A.M. Requiem High Mass will be held at the church at 9:30 A.M. Interment will be in the Dubina Cemetery. A complete obituary will be published in next week’s paper. Submitted by Sandra Long AndersThe Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, April 24, 1936 Mr. Joseph AndersJoseph Anders, father of Rev. John Anders, now pastor of Praha, was born on Feb. 2, 1850, in Austria. He, with two other brothers and one sister, came to America in 1868, and for six years lived at High Hill. As a young man, his occupation was mostly hauling freight from Columbus to High Hill and Flatonia, before the S. P. railroad was built west to San Antonio, Texas. In November 1873, he was married to Mary Kainer, Rev. Dobrowski of Praha performing the ceremony. Anton Wick and Frank Stanzel were the witnesses at the wedding, as recorded in the Praha church records. In 1881, he bought a farm of 100 acres at Dubina, where he lived until his death. Here also Father Anders was born. The remains were laid to rest at Dubina, Friday, April 17, at 9 a.m. His son, Rev. John Anders, sung the Requiem Mass, assisted by Father P. Kaspar of Hostyn as Deacon and Father Jos. Pustka of Flatonia as subdeacon. Msgr. H. Gerlach of High Hill, preached the sermon in German and Rev. Kaspar in Bohemian. Other priests present in the sanctuary were Msgr. L. P. Netardus of Shiner, Very Rev. Jos. Szymanski of Weimar, Rev. Jos. Kopp of Moulton, Rev. S. L. Kmiecik of Marlin, Texas, Rev. P. J. O’Reilly of Temple, Texas. Deceased is survived by nine children, Mrs. Mary Kloesel of Baytown, Anton, Frank, Edward and Ludmilla of Dubina, Jos. of Schulenburg, Theresa of West and Sister Firminia, Marlin, Texas, of the Lady of the Lake Convent. Also 17 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. All attended the funeral. Many parishioners from Praha, where Father Anders is pastor, attended the funeral. Submitted by Sandra Long AndersJOSEPH A. ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury Funeral for Joe Anders Held Jan. 24Funeral services for Joe A. Anders, 95, of Schulenburg, father of Mrs. V. G. “Jiggs” Kana, were held Tuesday morning, Jan. 24, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Schulenburg, with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Arnold Anders, nephew of the deceased, officiated, assisted by Rev. Benton Thurmond, Rev. Roger Robbins, and Msgr. Edmund Bily. Mr. Anders was born Oct. 20, 1882, at Dubina and lived in Fayette County all his life. He married Mary Winkler at High Hill on Oct. 15, 1912. He died Sunday, Jan. 22, at Youens Memorial Hospital here. His wife survives, along with one daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Kana of Eagle Lake, one son, Andy Anders of San Antonio, four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and one brother, Rev. John Anders of Cistern. Family members served as pallbearers. Submitted by Sandra Long AndersJOSEPH ERNEST ANDERSThe Schulenburg Sticker Joe E. Anders Dies of Heart AttackJoe E. Anders life-long resident of this section passed away of a heart attack on Monday, March 26. He had reached the age of 55 years. Mr. Anders was born the son of Anton and Annie Anders on December 18, 1889 at Dubina. He grew up in this section and 20 years ago was united in marriage to Miss Louisa Blaschke in the St. Rose Catholic Church. Mr. Anders has been a hard working, honest farmer all of his life and has made many friends throughout this area. He was never heard to complain about anything and had the ability to smile and be friends with all people he met. He was a devout member of the St. Rose Catholic Church. In World War I, he did his part and came back and was a regular member of the American Legion. Funeral services were held from the family residence on Tuesday, March 27, at 2:30 o’clock followed by services at the St. Rose Catholic Church at 3:15. Rev. Leo Goertz officiated. Interment was in the St. Rose Catholic Cemetery. Surviving are his grief stricken widow; 4 sons, Alvin S2-c, who is stationed in the Hawaiian Islands, Leo, Werner and Waldo and one daughter Valeria; two brothers, Anton of Rosenberg, and Frank of Victoria; two sisters, Mrs. Frank Klesel of Schulenburg and Mrs. Millie Huebner of Wapknoto, Ohio. Mr. Anders was apparently in good health having attended church on Sunday morning and spent Sunday afternoon visiting with relatives and friends in the High Hill section. He passed away on Monday morning while at work. The Sticker offers sincere sympathy to the survivors. Submitted by Sandra Long AndersKATHERINE KALUZA ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury Final Rites for Mrs. Lud. Anders, 75, Held FridayFuneral services for Mrs. Ludwig (Katherine) Anders, 75, of Dubina, were held Friday morning, Nov. 23, at Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home, Schulenburg, continuing with 10 o’clock mass at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, Dubina. Interment was in the Dubina Catholic Cemetery. Rev. Henry Rolf officiated. Mrs. Anders, who had been ill since July, died Wednesday, Nov. 21, in Youens Hospital here. Born April 22, 1887, in Austria, Germany, she was the daughter of Frank and Elizabeth Kaluza, who brought her to this country in 1890, when she was three years old, the family settling at Holman. She was married to Ludwig Anders at Ammannsville on Feb. 7, 1910. She was a member of Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. Surviving in addition to her husband are 3 daughters, Mrs. Leo (Rosie) Blaschke of Hallettsville and Mrs. Edwin (Viola) Demel and Mrs. George (Josie) Konvicka, Schulenburg; 3 sons, Ray Anders of Schulenburg, Al Anders of Pasadena and George Anders of Ft. Worth; 20 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Fred Rohan, and one brother, John Kaluza, both of Ammannsville. A son, Alois, died in 1943. Two sisters and 2 brothers preceded her in death. Pallbearers were her grandsons, Al Demel, Leon Blaschke, Adolph Anders and Wilbert Anders, and nephews, Victor Balcar and James Bacak. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersLEO ANDERSThe Schulenburg Sticker Little Leo Anders DiedLeo, the little 14 month old baby of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Anders of Weimar died at the family home last Wednesday night. He had only been ill about three days. It is very hard on the parents to lose a little baby son whom they have learned to love and who hand been with them 14 months, but the creator of we human beings works in mysterious ways his miracles to perform. He had need of this youth in his kingdom above. The little body was brought to Schulenburg and laid to its last resting place in the St. Rosa Catholic cemetery Thursday afternoon at 4 o’clock. Father Lenzen officiating. A crowd of Weimar people followed the hearse here and shed their tears of sympathy and sorrow with the little ones parents. Other out of town people were: Mrs. and Mrs. Oscar Anders, Mrs. Oehia and Mrs. Papecek of Moulton, Miss Ella Anders of Corpus Christi, Alphonse Huebner and sister, Miss Irene of Houston. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersLEWARD ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury Leward Anders Memorial Service Held May 31Memorial services for Leward Anders, 78, of La Grange were held Tuesday, May 31 at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in La Grange with Rev. Robert Groenke and Rev. Matthew Groenke officiating. Interment followed at the La Grange City Cemetery. Mr. Anders died May 27 at his residence. He was born on Jan. 7, 1927 in La Grange, to Edward and Ollie (Keilers) Anders. He married Alice Behrens on March 22, 1953 at Trinity Hill. He owned Leward Anders and Sons Gravel. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in La Grange. He is survived by two sons, Wayne Anders and wife Linda of La Grange, and Gary Anders and wife Barbara of La Grange; one daughter, Phyllis Bohot and husband Howard of La Grange; four grandchildren, Wendy Cooper, Kristen Bohot, Justin Anders, and Katie Anders all of La Grange; two great-grandsons, Caden and Jaxon Cooper of La Grange; and one sister-in-law, Laura Matthijetz of Winchester. He was preceded in death by his wife and one brother-in-law, Max Matthijetz. Memorial contributions may be made to Brazos Valley Hospice, St. Paul Lutheran Church Building Fund, La Grange Volunteer Fire Departments or charity of choice. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersLOUIS H. ANDERS, JR.The Weimar Mercury Louis Anders, Jr. Killed in Auto-Train CollisionLouis H. Anders, 33, employe[sic] at the Brown Shipyard near Houston, was fatally injured in a train-auto collision Tuesday afternoon on his return home from the day’s work. The auto he was riding in collided with a Santa Fe passenger train. He died at the St. Joseph’s Infirmary at 1:36 a.m. Wednesday. The body will be brought to Weimar for burial in the Dubina Cemetery. Services will be held at the church at 9:30 a.m., Friday. One other worker riding, in the same car received several broken ribs and head wounds. Three others in the auto were uninjured. It is reported Mr. Anders was riding in the turtle back of the car and was thrown out by the impact when the car collided with the train. He was dragged for 150 feet down the track by the engine. He is survived by his wife; a daughter, Vanlee, and two sons, Adolph and Wilburt Lee. He had lived in Houston eight months, going there from his former home at Dubina. The Mercury extends sympathy to the bereaved. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersThe Weimar Mercury Funeral Services for Louis H. Anders, 33, Are Held At DubinaFuneral services were held Friday morning at the Dubina Catholic Church for Mr. Louis H. Anders, with the Rev. Vaclav Bily officiating. Interment was made in the Dubina Cemetery. Mr. Anders died from injuries received in a train-auto collision near Houston, as he and several other workers at the Brown Shipyard were returning home from work on Tuesday evening of last week. He was taken to St. Joseph’s Infirmary, where he died early Wednesday morning. A short service was held at the infirmary by Rev. Paul Fee, chaplain at the institution. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Ludwig Anders, he was born June 19, 1910, at Ammannsville. For the past eight months he has been employed at the Brown Shipyard as a boiler maker. He was united in marriage to Miss Tillie Janecka on January 18, 1932, and to this union three children were born. Active pallbearers included John Janecka of Columbus, Steve Janecka of Houston, Victor Janecka of Weimar, Sgt. Adolph Janecka of Camp Robinson, Ark., Staff Sgt. Alphonse Anders of Camp Polk, La., and Geo. Anders of Dubina. Honorary pallbearers appointed by the family included Emil Bartosh of Schulenburg, Joe Bayer of Schulenburg, Bennie Bayer of Holman, Frank Cernosek of Holman, Louis Mican of Holman, George Cernoch of Dubina. Survivors include his widow, three children, Van Lee, Adolph and Wilbur Lee. Brothers and sisters surviving are: Pfc. Raymond Anders, no overseas; Sgt. Alphonse Anders of Camp Polk, La.; Georfe[sic] Anders of Dubina, Misses Rosie and Josie Anders of Dubina, Mrs. Edwin Demel of Ft. Worth; and his father and mother. The Mercury extends sincere sympathy to the bereaved families. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersLOUISA BLASCHKE ANDERSThe Schulenburg Sticker Mrs. Anders Rites Held Last Sat.Mrs. Louisa Anders, who resided with her son Alvin Anders on Rt. 1 Schulenburg, succumbed on Thursday, Aug 6, at home. She had been ill for three weeks and died at age 76 years, 2 months, 7 days. Last rites were held on Saturday, Aug. 8, at 10 a.m. from the Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Chapel with continued services at the St. Rose Catholic Church. Rev. Jim Barlow officiated and interment was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers, all grandsons, were Mark Anders, Jimmy Anders, Larry Tumis, Ruben Rodriguez, John Steelman and Harvey Venghaus. Rosary was recited on Friday, Aug. 7, at 8:00 p.m. at the Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Chapel. Born May 31, 1905 in Schulenburg, she was the daughter of Alois and Anna (Ohnheiser) Blaschke. She married Joe E. Anders on July 28, 1923 at St. Rose Church here. She was a member of the St. Rose Church. Surviving her are a daughter, Mrs. Allen (Valeria) Tumis of Houston; four sons, Alvin Anders, Werner Anders and Leo Anders, all of Schulenburg, and Waldo “Doc” Anders of Houston; a sister, Mrs. Agnes Meyer of Rosharon; 13 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband on Mar. 26, 1945; two sisters, Marie Blaschke and Adela Blaschke; two half-brothers, Joe Blaschke and Frank Blaschke; three half-sisters, Mrs. Ludwig (Annie) Heinrich, Mrs.Emil (Emilia) Demel and Mrs. Anton (Wilhelmina) Anders. Submitted by Sandra Long AndersLOUISE WOITEK ANDERSWeimar Mercury, 21 Oct 1921, page 7 MRS. LOUISE ANDERS DEAD.Mrs. Louise Anders passed quietly away last Saturday morning at the LaGrange Hospital where she had been ill for several weeks. Mrs. Anders was born in Austria in 1865, coming to America and locating near Weimar in 1896 where she lived about seven years. From there she moved to her home near Schulenburg, where she resided until death. She married Joe Anders in 1888. Her husband and four children preceded her in death. She leaves to mourn her loss four children, three sons, Joe, Oscar and Eugene and one daughter, Miss Ella. Burial took place Sunday afternoon at St. Rosa's cemetery. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the bereaved family.—Schulenburg Sticker. LUDMILLA ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury, Thursday, February 13, 1959 Last Rites for Miss Lud. Anders, 62, Held SaturdayFuneral services for Miss Ludmilla Anders, 62, were held Saturday, February 7, at Hubbard Funeral Home here, continuing at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church in Dubina, with interment in the church cemetery. Rev. Arnold Anders, her nephew, was celebrant of the Solemn High Mass. Rev. Thomas Flanagan was deacon and Rev. Thomas O’Callaghan sub-deacon. Rt. Rev. Msgr. A. F. Drozd gave the sermon, and Rev. John Anders, Miss Anders’ brother, conducted the graveside services. Miss Anders was born April 20, 1896, in Dubina, a daughter of the late Joe and Mary Anders. She was a devout member of the Catholic Church, and a member of the KJZT Society. She also was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America for 38 years. The past six years she had been employed at Huth Memorial Hospital in Yoakum, where she died Feb. 5 after a lengthy illness. She is survived by three sisters, Sister Mary Firmina, a member of the Lady of the Lake Covent, now stationed in Chapell Hill, Mrs. Mary Kloesel of Baytown, and Miss Theresa Anders of Dubina; three brothers, Rev. John Anders of Cistern, Edward of Dubina and Joe of Schulenburg. A number of nieces and nephews also survive, including Rev. Arnold Anders and Sister M. Ida of San Antonio. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Anton in 1952 and Frank in 1958. Pallbearers were Theo and Ed Kloesel of Baytown, V. J. Kana of Eagle Lake, and Bernard Hartensteiner and Robert Dittrich of Dubina. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersLUDVIK J. ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury Ludvik Anders Funeral HeldFuneral services for Ludvik J. Anders, 87, of Schulenburg were held Friday, June 22, from Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, Dubina, with burial in the parish cemetery. Officiating were Rev. Charles Carolan, Rev. Robert Schmidt, and Rev. Benton Thurmond. Mr. Anders died June 20 at Youens Memorial Hospital. A retired farmer, he was born at Dubina on September 21, 1891, a son of Vincent and Frances (Kainer) Anders. He married Katherine Kaluza at Ammannsville on February 7, 1910. After his wife’s death in 1962, Mr. Anders remained on his farm, but when his son died in 1971, he moved to Schulenburg because of failing health. In 1975 he became a resident of Colonial Nursing Home at Schulenburg. He was a member of Sts. Cyril & Methodius Church and the KJT of Ammannsville. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Edwin (Viola) Demel of Dubina and Mrs. George (Josie) Konvicka of Schulenburg; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Alois (Tillie) Anders of Houston; two sons, Al J. Anders of Weimar and George Anders of Crowley; a son-in-law, Leo Blaschke of Hallettsville; 20 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; two sisters, Mrs. Frances Koenig of Vernon and Mrs. Albina Bayer of Wharton; and a brother, Emil Anders of Houston. Preceding him in death in addition to his wife and son Ray were another son, Alois, in 1943; a daughter, Rosie, in 1971; a son-in-law, Edwin Demel, in 1971; a brother and three sisters. Pallbearers were Adolph Anders, George Anders II, Wilbert Anders, Milton Blaschke, Marcus Demel, and Allen Konvicka, all grandsons. Honorary pallbearers, also grandsons, were Gilbert Blaschke, Leon Blaschke, Darjus Brisco, Al J. Demel, Johnnie Demel, Thomas Konvicak, and Daniel Vacek. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersMARIA ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury The wife of Anton Anders, Jr., a young farmer of this section died early Tuesday morning, after a brief illness. Numerous friends sympathize with the bereaved husband in his misfortune. Burial – Dubina Catholic Cemetery, Fayette Co., TX. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersMARY KAINER ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury Aged Lady of Dubina Claimed by DeathThere were many expressions of regret last week when news of the death of Mrs. Joe Anders, wife of one of the Dubina Community’s most prominent farmers, was learned. This splendid, good woman had attended church services at Dubina, walking from her home to the church, we are told, and back again. Somewhat fatigued on arrival home, she partook of a light lunch and cup of coffee, then was noted to slump forward, and in a few moments all life had passed from her. Heart failure was the attributed cause of her death. The funeral took place at the Dubina Cemetery Saturday morning at 10 o’clock, and was largely attended. Pall bearers were six grandsons of deceased, sons of Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Kloesel of Baytown, as follows: Ed, Herman, Theo., Louis, Ben and Frank. One of her sons, Rev. John Anders of Praha, sang the High Mass of Requiem, assisted by Father Wolf of Schulenburg as deacon and Father Kasper of Hostyn as sub-deacon. Father Gerlach of High Hill, a life-time friend of the family, delivered an eloquent eulogy in German. Father Szymanski in like manner spoke in Bohemian. Besides the above mentioned clergy, the following were present: Father Joe Pustka of Flatonia, Father L. Blinka of Cistern and Father Joe Hildebrand of Weimar. Mrs. Anders was born in Austria. With her parents she came to this country at an early age. She was united in marriage to Mr. Joe Anders, prominent farmer of the Dubina community, many years ago, and is survived by her aged husband, and the following children: Messrs. Anton, Frank and Ed Anders of Dubina, Joe Anders of Schulenburg, Rev. John Anders of Praha, Mrs. Louis Klosel of Baytown, Miss Theresa Anders of West, Texas, Sister Famina of Stillwater, Oklahoma, and Miss Ludmilla Anders of this community. Mrs. Anders was 76 years of age at time of death. Mrs. Anders was one of the oldest settlers of the Dubina section. Thru-out her life she was a consecrated Christian, a faithful member of the Catholic Church, ever proved herself a devoted wife and mother, raised a fine lot of children, and in her passing all feel that our section has suffered a distinct loss. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to her bereaved ones. Submitted by Sandra Long AndersMARY WINKLER ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury Mrs. Anders’ Funeral Held, SchulenburgFuneral services for Mrs. Joe (Mary) Anders, 91, of Schulenburg were held Saturday morning, April 3, from St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Schulenburg, with burial in the parish cemetery. Concelebrating the funeral mass were Rev. Arnold Anders, a nephew, Rev. Benton Thurmond and Rev. Jim Barlow. Mrs. Anders died Thursday, April 1. Born Sept. 15, 1890, in Fayette County, she was a daughter of Karl and Elizabeth Winkler. She was married to Joe A. Anders on Oct. 15, 1912 at High Hill. She was a member of St. Rose Church and the Altar Society. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Kana of Eagle Lake; one son, Andy Anders of San Antonio; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; four sisters, Mrs. Annie Heinrich, Mrs. Ada Ward, Mrs. Selma Schram and Miss Alvina Winkler; and one brother, Henry Winkler. A grandson preceded her in death. Pallbearers were Phil Kana, Jim Shaw, Robert Cernoch, Alvin Winkler, Gary Singer, and Bill Stehling. Submitted by Sandra Long AndersRAY W. ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury Ray W. Anders, POW Veteran, Dead at 58Cancer claimed the life May 11, of Ray W. Anders of Dubina, World War II veteran who spent 23 months in a German prison camp. He had first been affected by the disease about ten years ago, when it was temporarily arrested by an operation. He died in M. D. Anderson Hospital at Houston, where he had been a patient for three weeks. Services were held last Thursday afternoon, May 13, at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, Dubina, with Rev. Gerald Hubertus and Rev. Robert Schmidt officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Mr. Anders was born May 15, 1912, at Dubina, a son of Ludvik and Katherine Kaluza Anders. After schooling at Dubina and Weimar High School, he lived with his parents and farmed at Dubina. He was employed with a construction company before entering the service. His five years in the Army included 26 months overseas. After his return, he worked for Jack Klesel Distributing Co. in Schulenburg until illness forced him to retire in 1960. He was a member of VFW Post 5875 here and the American Legion at Schulenburg. Members of Post 5875 served as an honor guard. Pallbearers were his nephews, Leon Blaschke, Gilbert Blaschke, Al J. Demel, Marcus Demel, Johnnie Demel, and Allen Konvicka. Mr. Anders is survived by his father, Ludvik Anders of Dubina; two brothers, Al Alnders of Weimar and George Anders of Crowley; and three sisters, Mrs. Leo (Rosie) Blaschke of Hallettsville, Mrs. Edwin (Viola) Demel of Dubina and Mrs. George (Josie) Konvicka of Schulenburg. A brother, Alois, died in 1943 and his mother died in 1962. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersTHERESIA ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury Funeral for Miss Anders, 92, at DubinaFuneral services for Miss Theresia Anders, 92, were held Wednesday, Aug. 31, at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church in Dubina, with Rev. Arnold Anders, a nephew, officiating. Burial was in the Dubina Cemetery. Miss Anders died August 30 in Colonial Nursing Home, Schulenburg. Born Dec. 24, 1886, at Dubina, she was a daughter of Joseph and Marie (Kainer) Anders. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America for 56 years, and also was a member of the St. Ann’s and KJZT societies. Surviving are two brothers Rev. John Anders of Cistern and Joe Anders of Schulenburg and three generations of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters. Pallbearers were her nephews, Jiggs Kana, Joe Hogg, Ted Kloesel and Louis Kloesel, and great-nephews, Clarence Hartensteiner and Michael Anders. Submitted by Sandra Long AndersVINC ANDERSThe Weimar Mercury Mr. Vinc Anders of Dubina Died MondayMr. Vinc Anders, well known farmer of the Dubina community, died Monday of heart trouble, aged 76 years, and the remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Dubina Tuesday. Mr. Anders leaves a widow and a number of children, nearly all of whom are grown and settled in life. Mr. Anders was a quiet, peaceable, good citizen, highly regarded by all who knew him, and his death is sincerely deplored. The heartfelt sympathy of all our people goes out to his bereaved ones. Transcribed by Sandra Long AndersEEL ANDERSONSee newspaper account of gin boiler explosion which killed Eel Anderson and others.FRAND ANDERSONWeimar Mercury, December 19, 1924 TWO COLORED MEN DROP DEAD.Frand Anderson, an aged colored citizen of the West Point section, hitched up his team Tuesday morning, climbed into the wagon and started for a load of lumber. Only a short distance from his home he was seen to fall from the wagon. He was brought back to the house, where he died that afternoon. His death was caused by a blood vessel breaking in his head. Another colored man, “Chillie” Wilson, fell dead at Winchester Monday while with other workmen, he was loading cotton seed into a railroad car.—La Grange Record. Transcribed by Dorothy AlbrechtKITTIE ANDREWSWeimar Mercury Kittie, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Andrews of Plum, Fayette county, and a niece of Mrs. W. A. Baar of this city, died last Monday of diphtheria. WILLIAM W. ANDREWSLa Grange Journal, Thursday, March 25, 1943 William W. AndrewsWilliam W. Andrews, aged 65 years, 1 month and 20 days, died at Galveston, Monday, March 22; the body was brought to La Grange and services were held in the chapel of the Koenig Funeral Home at 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, Revs. J. M. Parker and J. E. Roth officiating. Interment was in the new cemetery, Koenig Funeral Home directing. Deceased was born January 30, 1878 at Perryville, Tenn., and came to Fayette County in 1881, he was a son of the late A. E. Andrews and Mrs. Kittie (Taylor) Andrews, and for a period of years live to in La Grange. He was employed as a salesman at Galveston at the time of his death. William Andrews and Miss Nettie Zapp of La Grange, were united in marriage in La Grange in 1903. One daughter, Mrs. Alvie Curry of Galveston, with the widow, survive. Surviving also are his brother, A. P. Andrews of Orange; his sisters, Mrs. T. Lee Smith of La Grange, and Mesdames A. F. McCaul and J. R. Schwarz of Galveston. There are two grandchildren.Contributed by Rob Brown.MATILDA ZAPALAC ANTOSHSchulenburg Sticker, 5 Mar 2009, page 3 Mathilda AntoshMathilda (Zapalac) Antosh, 93, of Schulenburg, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 24. The funeral was held on Saturday, Feb. 28 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, followed by interment in the church cemetery. The Rev. Tim Kosler officiated. Pallbearers were Jim Antosh, Michael Antosh, Thomas Antosh, Nelson Antosh, Tommy Meyer and Harry Thompson. Rosary, led by Rev. Kosler, was held on Friday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. at Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home. Born on March 10, 1915 in High Hill, she was the daughter of Joseph and Lillie (Kotrla) Zapalac. She attended High Hill School. On Oct. 6, 1931, she married Jerry Frank Antosh at High Hill. She was lifelong resident of Fayette County, and lived in Swiss Alp from 1940-44. She worked on the dairy farm and was a housewife and mother. She was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. Survivors include a daughter, Bernice Sellers of Houston; a son and daughter-in-law, James and Rosie Antosh of Granbury; two grandchildren, Jim Antosh of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Michael Antosh and wife Erin of Richardson; and two great-grandchildren, Joseph and Sarah Antosh. Preceding her in death were her husband, parents and sister and brother. Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Contributed by Matt CrossALFRED C. APPELTThe Fayette County Record, Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2006 Alfred C. "A.C." Appelt, 75, of Round Rock died Oct. 19 at his residence. Funeral services were held on Oct. 21 at 10 a.m. at Fayette Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. David Johnson officiating. Burial was in the Winchester Cemetery. Contributed by Matt CrossFRANCES STANZEL APPELTThe Schulenburg Sticker Mrs. Frances Appelt Dies Monday, Nov. 30Mrs. Frances Appelt, wife of the late Edward Appelt, Sr., of Appelt Hill, died Monday, November 30, at 11:50 p.m., at the age of 66 years, eight months and 27 days. Mrs. Appelt was the daughter of the late Anton and Frances Stanzel of the Redhost community where she attended school and grew into womanhood. On October 9, 1906, she was married to Edward Appelt, Sr., of Appelt Hill at the Sacred Heart Church of Hallettsville by Father Henderson, then pastor there. The couple lived on their farm at Appelt Hill. Seven years ago, Mrs. Appelt retired and moved to Hallettsville. To this union wre born six children to bless their home, one daughter, Mrs. Natalie (Eddie) Zbranek of Hallettsville; five sons, Alton A. Appelt, of Old Kinkler, Edward Appelt, Jr., of Appelt Hill, Hilmer Appelt of Appelt Hill, and James Appelt of Hallettsville. One son, Alphonse Appelt preceded her in death on December 16, 1944, at the age of 23 years, and her husband, October 31, 1942, at the age of 61 years. The deceased is also survived by two brothers, and four sisters, namely: Mrs. Emilie Haas and Mrs. Louis Rother, both of Halletsville, Mrs. G. A. Pagel of Tivoli, Mrs. Adela Gerlich of Radhost; Joe Stanzel of Hallettsville; Anton Stanzel, Jr., of Victoria; also 13 grandchildren. Mrs. Appelt was a Christian mother, devoted to her children and her church. She was also a member of the Mother’s Society. Funeral services began at the Kubena Funeral Home at 8:45 a.m., December 2, and Requiem mass was celebrated at the Sacred Heart Church at 9:00 o’clock with the Very Rev. A. J. Morkovsky officiating. He delivered a consoling sermon, telling of her genial character and her kindness to everyone. Pallbearers were Daniel Rother, Harvey Haas, Sylvester Grahmann, Wm. Zaape, Henry Schroeder, Jr., and Louis Havel, Jr. Rosary was recited that he Funeral Home Tuesday night at 7:00 o’clock and interment was in the Catholic Cemetery.—Hallettsville New Era Herald. Submitted by Sandra Long AndersSIDDIE ROBSON ARMSTRONG
The Fayette County Record, Tuesday, July 6, 1965 Rolling Auto Cause of Death Thursday of Mrs. ArmstrongA rolling car which she tried to halt claimed the life of a well known La Grange lady shortly before noon Thursday. Fatally injured in the mishap was Mrs. Siddie R. Armstrong, a retired school teacher of 341 N. Monroe St. The accident happened at about 10:45 a.m. at the Dr. E.T. Williams residence, Mrs. Williams being a niece of the deceased. Mrs. Armstrong had returned with the Williams children from the swimming pool and, when she stepped out of her car momentarily, the vehicle started to roll down the inclined driveway. She tried to halt the car, and was struck down in the process. Mrs. Armstrong passed away at about 11:50 a.m. at Fayette Memorial hospital. She was born at La Grange on August 12, 1885, a daughter of the late Judge W.S. and Lucy Praetorius Robson. A school teacher by career, she taught at Ball High in Galveston many years before retiring. Mrs. Armstrong was active in the affairs of the Episcopal church, and in the church's downtown Thrift Shop and the Fayette Memorial Hospital Auxilliary. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. James Episcopal church with Rev. John Logan of Austin, a nephew, officiating, assisted by Rev. James H. Watts, of Columbus. Burial was in the La Grange City Cemetery, Koenig Funeral Home directing. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Mae Eldridge and Mrs. John (Juanita) Logan, both of La Grange and several nieces and nephews. Contributed by Bruce G. WilliamsF. C. ARNIMWeimar Mercury, 23 oct 1897, page 8 LaGrange Journal: On last Wednesday, October 13th, at his home in Abilene, Texas, Mr. F. C. Arnim departed this life, leaving a wife and several chiildren, besides other relatives and friends to mourn his death. "Pomp," as he was familiarly called, was a born and bred son of Fayette county, and was a citizen here up to about six or seven weeks ago, when he left us to try his fortunes at Abilene. PAULINE ARNIMLa Grange Journal Miss Pauline ArnimAnother Young Daughter Claimed After Short Illness The news was dispatched here last Thursday morning of the death of Miss Pauline, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Arnim of Flatonia, death having claimed her early that morning. The sad news was received by relatives and friends with expressions of sincerest regret. Miss Pauline is the second daughter to be called hence within the period of a half year. At the time she died, Mrs. Arnim was the only member of the household to be able to be up and later attend the funeral which occurred from the home of C. P. Johnson. The many friends of the family, who reside here, deeply sympathize with the parents and relatives in this sad hour, and their only offering of consolation can be that they encourage the hope that He who doeth all things wisely will lighten their sorrow.Contributed by Rob BrownAUSTIN ChildWeimar Mercury, 19 Nov 1898, page 8 Flatonia, Tex., Nov. 15.—While handling some matches yesterday a little girl, one of Mr. C. E. Austin's little daughters, had her clothing burned off. Earl, a larger brother, attempted to extinguish the blaze and received some very painful burns on his face, hands and arms. Weimar Mercury, 26 Nov 1898, page 7 Flatonia, Texas, November 18.—Mr. C. E. Austin's little 5-year-old child, which was so severely burned some days ago, expired last night. Everything in the power of humans was done for the little one, but in spite of all life became extinct at 7 o'clock last night. |
There are over 4,000 obituaries of Central Texans with Czech roots at Steve Alvarez's TXBHS web site. These include many people from Fayette County and some with German surnames.
