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Kenneth Herbert Koslan
(July 17, 1959 - June 13, 2011)
Kenneth Herbert Koslan went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 13, 2011 at his home in Giddings following a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born on July 17, 1959 in La Grange, Texas to Herbert & Alvina (Sander) Koslan and was baptized on August 2, 1959 at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in La Grange. Kenny was confirmed on April 15, 1973 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Giddings and graduated from Giddings High School. While living in Austin, he was employed with Dell Computers and Samsung before moving back to Giddings where he worked in construction.
Kenny was very dedicated to his friends and family. He never met a stranger. Kenny was very good hearted and was always willing to go out of his way to help whenever he could. His wit and storytelling ability was very special. He humored all by his playful spirit. Kenny enjoyed fishing and hunting and in years past, riding horses with his friends. Kenny also enjoyed vegetable gardening. He had a talent in wood working and displayed this through the many beautiful bird houses he created for family and friends to enjoy.
Kenny is preceded in death by his father, Herbert Koslan; his sister, Carolyn Koslan Melber and a nephew, Christopher Christiansen.
He is survived by his son, Brent Koslan of Giddings; his mother, Alvina Koslan of Giddings; his sister, Janet & her husband, Curtis Christiansen of Giddings; his brother, Ralph Koslan of Lincoln; two granddaughters, Natalie and Anna of Giddings; two grandsons, Julius and Michael of Giddings and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who will miss him dearly.
Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 16, 2011 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Giddings with Rev. Robert Tiner and Rev. Keith Aschenbeck officiating. Burial will follow in the Giddings City Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Thursday from 7:00 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. at Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home in Giddings.
Serving as pallbearers will be Philip Christiansen, Shawn Melber, John Melber, David Namken, Tim Morgan and Jason Blansit. Honorary pallbearers will be Dawn Marshall, Michelle Kylberg, Linda Melber, Bobbie Lynn Melber and Tracy Christiansen.
Memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church's Christ Our Cornerstone Fund or the Forward in Faith Campaign, 300 N. Grimes, Giddings, Texas 78942, Brazos Valley Hospice, 1048 N. Jefferson, La Grange, Texas 78945 or the charity of one's choice.
The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation for all the prayers, visits, phone calls, food and support throughout Kenny's illness. A special thank you is extended to Brazos Valley Hospice for their extraordinary care over the last few weeks.
Kenny will be profoundly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Basil Ray "Mac" McLendon
Basil Ray “Mac” McLendon passed away peacefully on January 28, 2016, in Brenham, Texas. He was born on February 3, 1930, near Copperas Cove, Texas, to Norwood and Lena Mae (McGonagill) McLendon. Survivors include daughters, Raye (McLendon) Tilley and husband Riley of Huntsville, Buffie McLendon and Owen Krause of Kenney and Kelly (McLendon) Oosterbaan and husband Hans of Fredericksburg. Known as “Paw-Paw” to his grandchildren, he leaves behind grandsons, Jeff Tilley, Steven Tilley, Matt McLendon, Dillon McLendon, Erik Oosterbaan, Ian Oosterbaan, Asher Oosterbaan, Eli Oosterbaan, and granddaughter Abby Brau. He is also survived by great-grandsons, Halen Tilley, Mack McLendon, Logan Tilley; and great-granddaughters, Kennedy Tilley and Emma McLendon. Visitation will be held at Memorial Oaks Chapel in Brenham, TX on Sunday, Jan. 31 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Rev. Larry Embry will conduct a graveside service at Prairie Lea Cemetery in Brenham Sunday, Jan. 31 at 2:30 p.m. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 W. Main St., Brenham, TX, 979-836-4564.
Otto Duesterhoft, Jr.
Otto Duesterhoft, Jr., 81 of Somerville died January 24, 2016. Funeral services are set for 10:00am, Thursday, January 28th at Burleson County Cowboy Church, 300 CR 169, Caldwell, Texas, with Bro. Harvey Abke officiating. Interment will follow at EV Friedens Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 5:00 till 7:00pm on Wednesday, January 27th also at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Strickland Funeral Home of Caldwell.
Edith Mercedes Krueger
Funeral Notice for Edith Mercedes Krueger, age 102, of Bellville, TX., died January 23, 2016 in Bellville, Texas. Survivors include her children; Larry and wife Sue Krueger of Houston, Gary and Wife Nancy of Bellville and Shirley Maeckel of Bellville. Brothers; Vernon Wendt of Bellville, Clarence Wendt and wife Elizabeth of Columbus also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Visitation with the family will be Wednesday January 27th, from 10:00-11:00am at Knesek Funeral Chapel in Bellville, Texas. Funeral Service for Edith Mercedes Krueger will be held Wednesday January 27th at 11:00am at Knesek Funeral Chapel Bellville. Interment at Pilgrims Rest Bellville with Pastor Amy Haralson, Officiating. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Knesek Family Funeral Chapels in Bellville, 842 E. Main Street and other locations in Sealy, TX and Wallis, TX.
Anita Gaskamp Thomason
Anita Gaskamp Thomason, 98, widow of Bernard Thomason, passed away Dec. 22, 2015 in Brenham. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 26, 2015 at St. Peter Lutheran Church of Gay Hill, with Pastor Skip Stutts officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church prior to the service, from 1 until 2 p.m. Survivors include daughter, Diana Garner; daughter and son-in-law Carrie and Ron Bozarth, all of Burton; grandchildren: Cody and Sara Bozarth, and Abby Bozarth; brother, Marvin L. Gaskamp of Buda, and sister, Esther Oberhoff of Needville. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a son-in-law, Buddy Garner, as well as two brothers and two sisters. Funeral arrangements for Anita Gaskamp Thomason are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 West Main, Brenham.
Herbert Klatte, Sr.
Herbert Klatte, Sr., age 97, died peacefully December 15, 2015 at home on his ranch with his wife (Esther Mae) by his side – just the way he would have wanted. He was born on August 21, 1918 to Charles (“Chas.”) and Martha Klatte in Independence Texas. He was baptized at St. John’s Lutheran Church and later confirmed there in 1934. He lived a life filled with a strong work ethic and unwavering integrity. He attended school at Rocky Hill School, with memories of riding “double” bareback on a horse with his sister to get to and from school. He spoke fondly of the one-room schoolhouse which used to stand on what now is his property. He enjoyed a vibrant life until the end. He is survived by his wife, Esther Mae Klatte; son, Herbert Klatte Jr. and wife Cathie; daughter, Karen (Klatte) An and husband Jack; 3 grandsons, Tyler Klatte, Charles Austin Klatte, and Sam An; and 1 granddaughter, Taylor Klatte. He is preceded in death by his mother, father, brother, two sisters and son, Charles Hubert who died at birth in 1964. His nephews will serve as pallbearers. His strength and wise counsel will be greatly missed. Funeral services for Herbert Klatte, Sr. will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, December 19, 2015 at St. John’s Lutheran Church Prairie Hill with Pastor Kyle Merkle officiating. Committal service will follow at the gazebo at the church cemetery. Visitation with family will be held Friday, December 18, from 5 – 7 p.m. at Memorial Oaks Chapel in Brenham, Texas. Funeral arrangements for Herbert Klatte, Sr. are entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel, 1306 West Main, Brenham.
Edward Baldwin Boettcher, Jr.
Edward Baldwin Boettcher, Jr., age 94 years and the widower of Lucile Boettcher, passed away Sunday, December 13, 2015. Ed left a legacy of dedication to his family, the church, and the Brenham community. He was a devoted member of Brenham’s First Baptist Church since 1946. Ed served as president of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce in 1953. The Brenham Industrial Foundation was formed, and he became a charter member, serving 5 terms as president. Ed was later named as president emeritus of the Economic Development Foundation of Brenham. He is survived by: daughter, Beverly Love and husband Jerry; son, Ben Boettcher and wife Cindy; grandchildren and their spouses, Sara and Stewart Hardy, Jason and Aren Williams, Rachel and Jeff Hughes, Amy and Corey Ging; ten great-grandchildren; sister, Joyce Wagner; nieces and nephews. The Boettcher family welcomes friends to visitation on Wednesday, December 16th from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Brenham’s First Baptist Church, Sycamore House. Funeral services for Edward Boettcher, Jr. will be held Wednesday, December 16th at 2:30 p.m.at Brenham’s First Baptist Church. Graveside service at Prairie Lea Cemetery with military honors will follow. The family requests that memorial gifts be made to Brenham’s First Baptist Church Building Fund. Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer St., Brenham, TX 77833. 979.836.3611.
Donald Ray Crowson
Donald Ray Crowson was born September 10, 1936 in Bedias, TX to Victor & Elsie Crowson. He passed away on December 11th at his home in Bedias. He was a graduate of Bedias High School and Sam Houston State University. Don was a lifelong educator in Texas as a teacher, coach and principal in Port Lavaca, Iola and most recently, Brenham. Don was a member of the Bedias Baptist Church. He spent 22 years as a dedicated member of the Bedias Volunteer Fire Department. He enjoyed working on his farm outside of Bedias, watching his grandkids play sports, and listening to the Brenham Cubs broadcasts on the radio. Don is preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Elsie Crowson; his daughter, Donna Crowson and his sister, Sue Rigby. Don is survived by his wife of 59 years, Dorothy, of Bedias, son, Dr. Dennis Crowson of Brenham, son and daughter-in-law, David and Kristi Crowson of College Station, grandchildren, Wiley and Veronica of Kingsville, Margaret of Houston, Alli of Brenham and Charli Kate of College Station and one great granddaughter, Aubrey of Kingsville. A visitation service will be held at the Southern Heritage Funeral Home in Bedias on Monday, December 14th from 6 to 8 pm and a funeral service will be on Tuesday, December 15th at 2:00 pm at the Bedias Baptist Church. Lunch will be served prior to the service at 11:30 AM for all friends and family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bedias Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 294 Bedias, TX 77831.
Brittany Raye Ridley
In the early morning hours of December 11, 2015, Brittany Raye Ridley passed from this life into the arms of Jesus at her home in Round Top, Texas, surrounded by her family. Brittany was 30 years old. Brittany graced this world with her sweet presence on October 31, 1985. She was born in Houston, Texas to Ron and Dixie Ridley. Brittany bravely endured and overcame many trials and physical obstacles throughout her life. Despite these hindrances, Brittany never gave up on the ability to love and to be loved and to enjoy the life God had given her. Even in her final moments she squeezed her mom’s hand as a final expression of the love they shared. The devotion that Brittany shared with her mother is a precious example of the unconditional love that Jesus so freely offers to us. Brittany thoroughly enjoyed her four-legged furry friends. Her pet Garfield the cat, along with her dogs Molly, Pepper, and Mono, filled her life with many cuddles and constant attention. Brittany loved animals in general, and found much delight in feeding her family’s miniature donkeys, petting the calves and goats at Jersey Barnyard, and getting up close and personal with the dolphins at Sea World. One of Brittany’s favorite pastimes was her love for words. She had numerous dictionaries and for many years would wake up and start an A to Z list each day on a sheet of paper. She would then find a different word to match each letter for that day and write it down. Brittany also enjoyed working daily in her numerous workbooks. Her diligence to plan her work and then work her plan would greatly impress any teacher. While Brittany was still in grade school, she and her mom Dixie moved to Round Top to be close to family. In 2006 she graduated and received her diploma from Round Top–Carmine High School. It was during these school years that Lary Rosenbaum would come into their lives, and ultimately take Dixie as his bride. Brittany loved her step-daddy Lary and was blessed immeasurably by his love and care over the years. Brittany was preceded in death by her grandparents, Dave Nagel, Irvin Rosenbaum, and Don and Betty Ridley. Brittany is survived by her mother and step-father, Dixie and Lary Rosenbaum, her father and step-mother, Ron and Betty Ridley, her step-siblings, Alex Ridley, Chris Nelson, and Katie Nelson, her grandmothers Carol Nagel and Virgine Rosenbaum, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Brittany absolutely loved celebrations like her birthday, Christmas, and Easter! It is in this spirit that the family would like to extend sincere thanks to all of those people who have cared for Brittany and loved her over the years. Your loving care did not go without notice, and your devotion to her was a gift of immense worth to the family.Funeral services will be held at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Round Top, Texas on Monday, December 14, 2015 at 1:00pm. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, December 13, 2015 from 3:00-5:00 at Fayette Memorial Funeral Home in La Grange, Texas. For those who wish to do so, donations in Brittany’s memory can be made to the Round Top Family Library, 206 W Mill St., Round Top, Texas 78954.
William Eugene Schneider
(June 23, 1933 - June 18, 2011)
U.S. Veteran
Funeral services for William Schneider, 77 of Ledbetter, Texas and formerly of Houston, are scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at St. Margaret's Catholic Church in Giddings with Father Jim Olnhausen officiating. Burial will follow in the Ledbetter Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary being held Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home in Giddings.
He died peacefully in the company of his loving family on Saturday, June 18, 2011 in Houston, Texas.
William Eugene Schneider was born on June 23, 1933 in Bell County, Texas to Lee & Emma (Looka) Schneider. He served in the U.S. Army and married Nell Franklin on April 21, 1956 in Houston. Bill worked as an Assistant Vice President of Business Loans at First Citizens National Bank in Houston for over 20 years before going to work as the Houston area parts salesman for Curtis Industries. Bill loved camping and traveling the country with Nell in their RV. He also loved gardening and working on their 10 acre place in the country. He was a member of St. Margaret's Catholic Church in the Giddings as well as the Knights of Columbus.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Millward Schneider and two sisters, Doris Warren and Madeline Pereira.
Bill is survived by his wife of 55 years, Nell Franklin Schneider of Ledbetter; son, Wayne & Kim Schneider of Cypress; two daughters, Jana & Buddy Bingham of Humble and Carol & Drew DeFoor of Katy; former daughter-in-law, Tammy Schneider of Richmond; grandchildren, Jason Bingham, Jessica (Bingham) & Patrick Pattioay, Cody Bingham, Lauren & Ellen Schneider and Katherine DeFoor; step grandchildren, April (DeFoor) & Danny McCullar, Andrew DeFoor, Amanda DeFoor, Jaclyn Doro, Carolyn (Doro) & Frank Rod, Madalyn Doro and Raelyn Doro; step great-grandchildren, Gillian and Peyton Rod, Luke Dimes and Madison DeFoor. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews and many friends and camping buddies.
Serving as pallbearers will be Allan Franklin, Gary Warren, Jason Bingham, Cody Bingham, Ronnie Schneider and John David Pereira.
Memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice.
