Heffley, Elnora (Miekow)

Mrs. Heffley Dies; Burial Yesterday in Catholic Cemetery

Funeral services for Mrs. E. V. Heffley, sister of Columbus State Bank President W. H. Miekow and daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Miekow, county pioneers, were held yesterday morning in Untermeyer Funeral home, with continued services in St. Anthony’s Catholic church. Burial was in St. Anthony’s cemetery. Rev. Gedeon Stram of St. Roch’s church in Mentz, of which Mrs. Heffley was a member, officiated, assisted by Rev. Alex J. Kraus of Columbus and Rev. Andrew Didner of Eagle Lake.

Ill only a short time, Mrs. Heffley died Sunday at 10:16 p.m. in Columbus hospital. The former Elnora Miekow, she was born in the Mentz area. She and Mr. Heffley were married Nov. 23, 1921, and lived in Mr. Heffley’s native Pennsylvania for 7 years, after which they moved to their home in the Mentz area where they have lived since. They had no children. Mrs. Heffley was a member of St. Roch’s Altar society and of the Bernardo WHD club.

Besides W. H. Miekow, Mrs. Heffley’s surviving brothers are Frank and John of Columbus. She also leaves 2 sisters, Mrs. F. L. Elterman of the Mentz area and Mrs. Addie Byrne of Columbus.

Pallbearers were George Schindler, Henry Kaiser, Otto Gundelach, Roy Heffley, Neville Miekow and Sam K. Seymour Jr.

Colorado County Citizen, December 10, 1959, page 1

Heffley, Roy Miekow

HEFFLEY

Roy Miekow. Heffley, 83 of Columbus, passed away May 10, at his residence in Columbus. He was born in Eagle Lake, Jan. 29, 1918 to Roy Warden and Lottie Mae Heffley. After graduating from Eagle Lake High School he went to work for Pittsburgh Valve and Fittings in Chicago and Kansas (1937-1947), where he met and married LaVerne Spaeth, June 15,1940. After their marriage he continued with sales for Pittsburgh Valve until he went to work for Spaeth Engineering and Plumbing (1947 - 1955). In 1955 he left Spaeth Engineering to pursue cattle ranching. He and his wife moved back to Colorado County to raise their two sons. He retired from ranching in 1997.

Organizational/community memberships included: Finance Committee-St. Anthony's Church, Cattle Screw Worm Eradication Program, Member of Original Board of Directors for Colorado County. Central Appraisal District, Director of Columbus Community Hospital, Director of Columbus State Bank since 1979 (Member of Loan Committee, Member of Audit Committee), Director of Drymalla Construction Company, Board Member-Columbus ISD, and Director of Spaeth Engineering (Oklahoma City, OK).

He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, LaVerne Frances Heffley.

He is survived by his sons: Richard and wife Gail Heffley and Ervin and wife Mary Kay Heffley all of Columbus; 13 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sister, Maurine Hendry of Louisiana; and nieces, Diana Toler and Donna Theriot.

Funeral Services were conducted at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Columbus May 14 with Father Dan Kahlich officiating. Burial was in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Columbus.

Pallbearers were grandsons: Andy, Will, John, Roy, Steve and Bill Heffley.

Honorary pallbearers were: Ron Theriot, R.C. Kleimann, Larry Poenitzsch, Employees/Directors of Columbus State Bank, Jim Stein, Rhymer Altman, Henry Sunderman and John Meismer.

Memorials may be given to St. Anthony Catholic School in Columbus.

Colorado County Citizen, May 16, 2001

Heflin, Anna Roberta

Lissie Happenings

News was received here Sunday of the death of Anna Roberta, the nine months' old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gug[sic] Heflin of Lordsburg, New Mexico. Mr. and Mrs. Heflin spent the Christmas holidays here with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. E. Thomas. Shortly after their return home the baby had a light case of influenza and recovered only to contract pneumonia which illness caused her death. Their many friends are grieved to learn of their bereavement. [Place of interment probably New Mexico]

Eagle Lake Headlight, February 1, 1919, page 12.

Heflin, Guy Blake

Last Rites Held Sunday For Guy B. Heflin, 74

The Lissie and Eagle Lake communities were saddened last week to learn of the death of Guy B. Heflin at his home in Lissie last Thursday morning about 11:30 a.m. Mr. Heflin suffered a heart condition several months ago and apparently was recovering nicely. He had just returned from Eagle Lake and entered his home with a parcel of groceries when the fatal heart attack struck.

Funeral services were held from the Evangelical United Brethren Church at Lissie at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, May 5th with the Rev. A. J. Miller, pastor of the church officiating. Favorite hymns were provided by the Lissie Church choir and Ed Causey, soloist.

Interment was in the Masonic Cemetery in Eagle Lake. Serving as pallbearers were: R. S. Heflin, D. H. Heflin, Leslie and Henry Sunderman, Harold, Ralph, James R. and W. M. Thomas, Jr. Mill-Bauer Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Guy Blake Heflin was born in Wedowee, Alabama on December 3, 1882 and reached the age of 74 years and 4 months. He came to Texas at the age of 24 and his main employment through life was employment with the Southern Pacific Railroad. He retired five years ago and moved fromWilcox, Arizona to Eagle Lake and then to Lissie.

Mr. Heflin was a Mason with membership being held in Lordsburg, New Mexico. He was a charter member of the Evangelical United Brethren Church at Lissie, when it was organized in 1906 and had been a faithful member since that time.

Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Mary Jane Heflin; two sons, Thomas Heflin of Winslow Arizona, and Guy, Jr. of El Paso; one daughter, Mrs. Marietta Coffin of Phoenix, Arizona; three grandchildren, Diane Coffin, Janet Kay Heflin and Lisa Heflin.

Also surviving are a brother, Wyatt, and a half-brother, William of Roanoke, Ala., and Chico, Calif; three sisters, Mrs. Lula Birdsong, Roanoke, Ala., Mrs. J.W. Canp, Bowden, Georgia, Mrs. J. K. Willingham, Lakeland, Florida; and one half-sister, Mrs. Etta Helm of Iredall, Texas.

All his neighbors and friends will miss his greeting smile. To his family he was a kind husband and loving father.

Out-of-town friends present for the services were: Mr. and Mrs. Donald Frank, Miss Tilda, J. A. and Theo Segelquist, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Martin, O. J. Martin, Mr. and Mrs. John Meyer, and Ella and Ivah Smith.

Out-of-town relatives here for the services were: Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Heflin, Roanoke Ala.; Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Heflin, Houston; Huy Birdsong, Atlanta, Ga.; Jack Birdsong, Houston; Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Satterwhite, Kileen; Commander R. S. Heflin, Pensacola, Fla.; Dan Corona, Mrs. Earl Adams, Houston; Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Thomas, Edna.

Eagle Lake Headlight, May 9, 1957
Submitted by Joyce Stancik

Heflin, Mary Jane (Thomas)

Last Rites Tues. For Mrs. Heflin

Mrs. G. B. (Mary) Heflin closed her eyes to a peaceful rest Friday, February 23 at 2 p.m. in the Eagle Lake Community Hospital. She had been in and out of the hospital since December, first with a broken leg and recently a stroke.

Funeral services were held from the Lissie United Methodist Church in Lissie at 10 o’clock in the morning of Tuesday, February 27, 1979 followed by interment in the Masonic Cemetery in Eagle Lake. The Rev. Carl Garner, the Lissie Church pastor, officiated.

Serving as pallbearers were nephews Harold, Ralph and Ray Thomas, James R. Thomas, W. M. Thomas, Jr., Henry and David Sunderman.

The Lissie choir sand favorite hymns, “In the Garden” and “God Will take Care of You”.

Mrs. Heflin was born March 1, 1886 in Beacon, Iowa and moved with her parents, Mrs. and Mrs. Griffith E. Thomas, Sr., to Lissie where her father was engaged in farming.

She united with the church at Lissie, Texas as a charter member on March 9, 1906 when it was known as the Lissie Evangelical United Brethren Church. She married Guy Blake Heflin on December 23, 1914, in Lissie. They moved to Lordsburg, New Mexico and subsequently lived in many small towns in New Mexico and Arizona due to her husband’s employment with the Southern Pacific Railway Company. He preceded her in death May 2, 1957.

Also preceding her in death were: a son, Thomas, in 1968 and a small daughter, Annie Roberta, in 1919.

She also was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Mrs. Ruth Amelia Powers and Mrs. Minnie Isenhower; and brothers, David, Armit M., Moses and William M. Thomas.

Mrs. Heflin served as postmistress in Dragoon, Arizona from August 15, 1923 until her retirement on April 26, 1942. She and her husband lived in Wilcox, Arizona area and were active members in the First Baptist Church. They returned to Lissie where they resided until Mr. Heflin’s death at which time she moved into the familiar G. E. Thomas house on Lake Avenue in Eagle Lake.

Mrs. Heflin will be remembered as a devoted Christian, having been instrumental in the organization of a Sunday School in Dragoon and the annual Easter Sunrise Services in nearby Texas Canyon, Arizona.

Survivors include a son, Guy Blake Heflin of Colorado Springs, Colo., a daughter, Mrs. Kenneth E. Coffin of Phoenix, Ariz.; four granddaughters and a great granddaughter. Other survivors include a sister, Mrs. Esther Sunderman, and a brother, Griffith E. Thomas, of Eagle Lake.

Eagle Lake Headlight, March 1, 1979 Submitted by Joyce Stancik

Hefner, Balsar

The death of another good and valuable citizen of Weimar was recorded last Saturday afternoon when the spirit of Mr. B. Hefner left its tenement of clay and soared into the happier, sweeter home above. The deceased had been in declining health for several months , and although his death was not unexpected, yet it was none the less regretted by his large circle of friends throughout this section. Mr. H. was in his 69th year, had long lived in this section, and was regarded by all as one of the most quiet, peaceable and best citizens of this community. He was a member of the local order of Knights of Honor, and was buried under the auspices of that order Sunday afternoon at the Odd Fellows' cemetery, an immense concourse of sympathizing friends being present to witness the last sad rites. He leaves a devoted wife and children, besides a large circle of relatives and friends, to mourn his death. The Mercury extends its sincere condolence to the bereaved ones.

Weimar Mercury December 8, 1894

Hefner, Balser B.

LOCAL POSTMASTER SUCCUMBS TO HEART ATTACK

Balser B. Hefner, 63, highly esteemed native resident and postmaster at Weimar since September 1, 1934, expired suddenly at his home here Monday afternoon. He was Weimar’s fourth postmaster to expire in office.

News of Mr. Hefner’s passing shocked this entire community. Apparently in good health, he was at his regular post of duty prior to Monday morning. At that time, however, not feeling normal over the week end, he remained at home Monday.

A short time prior to his passing, he talked to his wife and then, to rest, lay down on the bed. When Mrs. Hefner came into the house, she discovered he had expired.

Funeral services for Mr. Hefner were held Wednesday afternoon from the family residence, with the Rev. Ross A. Marcus of El Campo officiating, and burial was in the Odd Fellows Cemetery where brief additional services were conducted by Rev. Marcus.

The son of Balser and Cynthia Hefner, he was born near Ammannsville in January of 1877. Approximately 55 years ago, the Hefner family moved to Weimar where his early education was received from the Weimar Institute. In 1911, he was united in marriage to Miss Emma Fahrenthold, member of a prominent Weimar family. Until 1917, he was associated with the Herder Mercantile Company in which year he moved to El Campo. There he engaged in mercantile business until 1929 when he returned to Weimar.

He was appointed postmaster, effective September 1, 1934, and in July of 1939, received his lifetime appointment. Highly esteemed by Postal authorities, he was regarded as one of this State’s most efficient postmasters.

He had been a member of the Christian Church for 47 years.

In honor of Mr. Hefner and to allow all an opportunity to attend the final rites, all business firms of Weimar remained closed from 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, during the hours of the services.

Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Emma Hefner; three sisters, Mrs. George Herder, Sr., of Houston, Mrs. Jennie Gillespie of Dallas, Miss Maud Hefner of Weimar; and a brother, Sam Hefner of Cuero.

Active pallbearers included Tye Holman, Jesse T. Green, Harold Schietinger, A. H. Plagens, Charlie Ammann, Everett Ammann, Laure Brasher and Elmo Chandler.

In the passing of Mr. Hefner, Weimar has lost not only an efficient postmaster but it will be minus also a good citizen. Affable and friendly, he was a man of many friends. Good-natured and accommodating, wherever he went he was highly regarded and respected. One of Weimar’s few remaining “natives”, he will be missed greatly by those who had known him for a lifetime and by scores of others who had the pleasure of knowing him later in life. He was a fine example of an all-around good man.

The Mercury joins countless friends in extending its deepest sympathy to bereaved family members and relatives.

Weimar Mercury, April 12, 1940, page 1

Hefner, Cynthia (Slack)

Sudden Death of Mrs. Cynthia Hefner

While funeral services were being held at the Baptist church last Friday afternoon over the remains of Mrs. Nina Townsend, who died suddenly the previous day, a runner dashed into the church building and announced that Mrs. Cynthia Hefner, a most highly respected lady of this city, an aunt of Mrs. Nina Townsend, and who lived just across the street from Mrs. Townsend’s residence, had been found dead at her home, seated in her favorite rocking chair, on her front gallery. No one was at home with her, she being in apparent good health, and her daughter, Miss Maud Hefner, being at the church to attend the funeral of her cousin.

To say that the hundreds of people in the church were shocked would but feebly express it., this being the second sudden and unexpected death of a most estimable citizen within two days. Loving friends were soon present and tenderly prepared the body for burial. The funeral took place at the family residence, and interment in the Odd Fellow’s cemetery Saturday afternoon, services being conducted by Rev. Roy. G. Rader, pastor of the Methodist church. In her death, our city has lost one of its most lovable, christian ladies, one whose presence was like a ray of sunshine, lending cheer and brightness wherever she went. She was a devoted wife and mother, a consecrated christian from early childhood, the best of friends and neighbors, and in her death our people feel that they have suffered a distinct loss. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the bereaved family.

Mrs. Cynthia Dixon Hefner died at her home in Weimar at about 5 o’clock Friday afternoon, June 23, 1916. She was born in Atlanta, Ga. Dec. 8, 1838. In 1845 her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Slack, moved to Mississippi and after a short residence in that state moved to Washington county, Texas. In 1855 they moved to Fayette county, and in 1856 was married to Balsar Hefner, and for twenty-five years lived about six miles north of Weimar at what was then known as Pecan. In 1884 the family moved to Weimar, at which place she lived up to the time of her death. Her husband died some twenty-two years ago. Mrs. Hefner was the mother of eleven children, and is survived by eight--William J. Hefner of El Campo, Mrs. Virginia Gillespie of Dallas, Samuel D. Hefner of Cuero, Mrs. Mary Herder of Weimar, Mrs. Lorena Holloway of Waco, Miss Maud Hefner and Balsar Hefner of Weimar, and Mrs. Emma Wolff of Houston.

She was a member of the Presbyterian church and her christian influence has been felt by all who came in contact with her. Those who knew her best loved her most; her heart overflowed with sympathy for those in distress. Her whole life was characterized by that sweet christian spirit that at all times and under all circumstances controlled her every thought and action. It has been said of her that she never spoke disparagingly of anyone, and one of her grandchildren who has been reared under her influence said, “I never saw grandmother in a bad humor.” Such a recollection will have its influence for good, and while she is dead yet she liveth and the good deeds she has done spring up constantly as flowers along our pathway, to greet and cheer us with the hope that some day we will meet again in that house of many mansions that has been prepared for the faithful.

Weimar Mercury, June 30, 1916, page 1

Hefner, Harvey J.

Little Harvey Hefner, the three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Sam D. Hefner, died quite suddenly on Friday evening of last week. The little fellow was taken sick about 1 o’clock in the afternoon, and died about 6. As soon as it was seen that he was seriously sick a physician was hurriedly sent for, but he died before the doctor got there. It is supposed that he died of congestion. He was buried here last Saturday in the Odd Fellows’ graveyard, Rev. Q. T. Simpson performing the funeral services. THE MERCURY extends sympathy to the bereaved parents.

Weimar Mercury, September 6, 1890

Hefner, Mattie Maud

Final Rites for Miss Maude Hefner Held Here Sunday

Funeral services for Miss Maude Hefner, who died Saturday morning at the home of her niece, Mrs. R. L. Williams, in Houston, were here Sunday afternoon, June 1, from the Hubbard Funeral Home. [Interment in Weimar Odd Fellows Cemetery]

Miss Hefner was born here and lived most of her life here. She was a sister of the late Buster Hefner, former postmaster, and the aunt of George Herder, Jr.

Survivors include nine nieces, Mrs. Williams, Mrs. L. D. Allen, and Mrs. Joseph Evans, all of Houston, Mrs. M. W. Codgin, Waco, Mrs. Dixon Smith, Lubbock; Mrs. Floyd Appling, El Campo; Mrs. Carl Rumpel, Mrs. James Puff, Mrs. Sam Nelson, all of Dallas; and two nephews, J. B. Holloway of Houston and Mr. Herder of Weimar.

Weimar Mercury, June 13, 1947, page 1

Hefner, Rodney Lloyd

Funeral services for Rodney Lloyd Hefner were held at Mill-Bauer Funeral Home on Friday, April 28, the Rev Carl L W Israel of the First Methodist Church of Palacio officiated.

Mr Hefner was born July 1, 1949, the son of of Mr and Mrs William Hefner, jr. He passed away on April 27 at the Eagle Lake Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Survivors are his mother and father; two brothers, William Hefner III of Garwood and Clifford Hefner of Austin; two sisters, Cynthia Barnhill of Houston and Marilyn Price of Longview

Pallbearers were Brad Engstrom, Jimmy Rees, Mitchel Smith, Robert Stallman, Seth Stallman and Mark Weid. [Interred at Columbus Odd Fellows Rest]

Colorado County Citizen, May 4, 1978
Contributed by Terry Jackson

Heger

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Hehr, C. Wilhem

MR. WM. HEHR, sr., one of the first settlers of this state, died at the family residence some two miles south of Weimar, Friday night of last week,after an illness, of heart trouble, lasting several weeks. Mr. Hehr was one of our most respected citizens, and was popular among both Germans and Americans. He was born at New Bielau, Germany, in the year 1819, being nearly 72 years of age at the time of his death. He came to Texas in the year 1832, and has lived in this vicinity for a long time. He was buried Saturday afternoon at four o’clock at the family burying ground, a large crowd of relatives and friends attending the funeral. THE MERCURY extends condolence to the bereaved family in their sorrow.

Weimar Mercury, June 27, 1891

Hehr, Gustav

GUS HEHR DIES SUDDENLY

Our people were very much shocked last Thursday evening to hear of the sudden death of Gus Hehr, a well known citizen of this place. Mr. Hehr had gone in his service car to LaGrange that afternoon to carry a passenger. Returning from LaGrange, and while near Swiss Alp, he was overtaken by a heavy shower. He got out of his car to put on the chains just as he was about to ascend a hill at that point. The exertion of this act, together with some repairs to his tires, was too much for him, he being a victim of heart trouble, and he was seen by a farmer near by to lean over on the steering wheel shortly after he entered in which position he was found dead shortly afterward. Evidently he died suddenly and without a struggle. The car had started to ascend the hill, but in his dying moments Mr. Hehr had pressed his foot on the brake, and although the engine was still running at full speed the car was standing still. The body was carried to Schulenburg, where it was embalmed and prepared for burial and brought to Weimar on the night train, the funeral taking place at the Masonic Cemetery Saturday morning at 10:30, Rev. Paul Piepenbrok Lutheran minister, officiating. Mr. Hehr was almost a life-long resident of this city and section. A quiet, good citizen, strictly attentive to his own affairs, he was highly regarded by all. He had been afflicted with heart trouble for some years past, and although his death from this cause was not unexpected, yet it caused genuine sorrow in the hearts of many. He leaves, besides his widow, a sister, Mrs. K. Maas of this city, and one brother, Will F. Hehr of Schulenburg, to whom our heartfelt sympathy is extended.

Weimar Mercury, June 6, 1919.

Hehr, Ida Pauline (Boeer)

Mrs. Ida Hehr, 74, Succumbs, Funeral Held Here Tuesday

Funeral services for Mrs. Ida Pauline Hehr, 74, lifelong resident of the line Hehr, 74,[sic] whose death occurred Monday morning at the family home, were held Tuesday afternoon at the Hubbard Funeral Home, with the Rev. C. Emigholz reading the final rites. Interment was made in the Masonic Cemetery.

Mrs. Hehr was born Ida Pauline Boeer in December 1866, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Boeer of the New Bielau community, where she was reared. Mr. Boeer was a Confederate veteran and at one time drove a government freighter of ten yoke of oxen between Houston and Matamoros, Mexico. She was married to Mr. Gus Hehr, who preceded her in death in 1917. Their only child died in infancy.

She is survived by three brothers, William G. Boeer of Weimar, Henry A. and Rudolf Boeer of San Antonio; and two sisters, Mrs. Augusta Wendt of Yoakum and Mrs. Charles Stech of Weimar.

The Mercury extends sympathy to the sorrowing survivors.

Weimar Mercury, September 26, 1941, page 1

Hehr, Louisa

Died, in this city Wednesday morning at 6 o’clock, at the residence of her son-in-law (Mr. Henry Holste), Mrs. Louisa Hehr, after a brief illness, of dysentery and slow fever. She was aged about 68 years, was the mother of Mrs. Holste and Mr. Gus Hehr of this city and Mr. will Hehr of Rockdale and was a kind-hearted , estimable lady. She was laid to rest Thursday morning in the family burying ground near tis city. Our sincere sympathy is extended the bereaved relatives of the deceased.

Weimar Mercury, August 27. 1892

Heiman, Hilmer T.

H. Heiman Funeral Held Here Oct. 29

Funeral services for Hilmer T. Heiman, 74, of Weimar were held Tuesday, Oct. 29, from St. Michael Catholic Church, with burial in the parish cemetery. Father John Bily officiated.

Heiman, a Weimar resident for 10 years, moving here from Houston, died Oct. 27 at 2:30 p.m. at Colorado-Fayette Medical Center, after a lengthy illness.

Born March 23, 1917, at Hallettsville, he was a son of Henry and Anita (Treptow) Heiman.

His only survivors are cousins.

Pallbearers were Ricardo Ramirez, Balertin Ramirez, Alois Phillipus, John Phillipus, Richard Muehr and Tom Landrum.

Weimar Mercury, November 7, 1991
Transcribed by Dennis Boatright

Hehr, William F.

SUDDEN DEATH OF FORMER BUSINESS MAN OF WEIMAR

Will F. Hehr, former citizen and business man of this city, expired Wednesday morning of last week at the residence of his sister, Mrs. Louise Maas of this place, after a brief illness. The remains were laid to rest in the Masonic Cemetery Thursday morning at 10 o’clock, Rev. P. Piepenbrok, Lutheran minister, officiating, in the presence of quite a large crowd of old-time friends of the deceased.

Mr. Hehr had been engaged in business in this city at various times in his life. He left here several years ago, locating at Schulenburg, then moved to LaGrange, where he was engaged in the restaurant business for several years. He sold out over there, and again returned to Schulenburg, again engaging in the restaurant business.

A few days before his death he sold out his business in Schulenburg, and came to Weimar to engage in business. Shortly after arrival at the home of his sister, he was taken ill. In endeavoring to lie down on a pallet, he fell and broke one of his legs. This aggravated the situation, and although physician and family gave him every attention he passed away Wednesday morning of last week.

Mr. Hehr was born Jan. 13, 1867. At one time in his life, in his earlier days, he was a prominent merchant of this place. He was a jovial, good hearted man, himself his worst enemy, and although he may have had his faults, he had many friends who regret his untimely death. Mr. Hehr was twice married, and his widows and two daughters by his first wife, and his sister, Mrs. Maas, survive.

Our sympathy goes out to the bereaved ones. Peace to his ashes.

Weimar Mercury, February 15, 1924, page 1

Heine, Adolph Douglas "Junior"
Heine, Elizabeth (Braden) Franz

Double Funeral Held for Mrs. Heine and Adolph Douglas

Double funeral services were held at the St. Anthony's Catholic Church here Thursday morning at 10 o'clock for Mrs. A. C. Heine and son Adolph Douglas Heine who were killed instantly Monday morning when the car in which they were riding was struck by the east-bound Southern Pacific limited. Columbus Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Solemn Requiem mass was said with Rev. Vaclav Bily as celebrant, assisted by Rev. A. J. Weber of Nada as deacon and Rev. Clarence Leopold of St. John's Seminary of San Antonio, nephew of Mr. Heine, as sub-deacon. The semon was delivered by Fr. Bily. Present in the sanctuary were Rev. P.M. Endler of Myersville and Rev. Leo Pesek of Weimar.

Pallbearers for Mrs. Heine were Frank A.Popp, John E. Popp and J. S. Kallina, Garwood; Eugene Reitz, El Campo, Leo Heine, Nada, and O. G. Miller, Columbus. Honorary pallbearers were friends of the family.

Pallbearers for Adolph Douglas were Henry Buescher Jr., Vernon Evans, Ernest Baumgart Jr., Reubin Koenig, James Dunn Seymour and Owen A. Miller. The entire junior class lined the walk to the church. All members of the Cardinal football squad were honorary pallbearers.

[Interment in Odd Fellows Rest]

Mrs. Heine was born Elizabeth Braden in Bernardo in 1890, a daughter of Ed and Frances Braden. Her father who now resides at Nada, survives.

Survivors include her husband, two sons, Pfc. Raymond J. Heine, with the U. S. Army Air Forces in California, and Staff Sgt. Andrew Franz, stationed in Burma; a daughter, Mrs. Ellis Ilse of this place,; one brother Walter Braden, Nada, and four sisters, Mrs. Lena Witte, League City; Mrs. Tillie Reitz, El Campo; Mrs. Rose Miller, Columbus and Mrs. Gussie Kallina, Garwood.

Adolph Douglas, born in 1929 was a member of the 1944 Cardinal football squad and of the junior class.

Mrs. Heine was a member of the Catholic Altar society and of the Parent-Teacher association.

Colorado County Citizen, March 1, 1945

Heine, Dorothy Jean (Maxwell)

Heine

Dorothy Jean Heine, age 60, of Glidden died November 29 at the Diagnostic Center Hospital in Houston.

Services for Mrs. Heine were held Tuesday, December 1 at 10 a.m. at the Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus with Rev. Gerald Hendon officiating. Burial was in Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery in Columbus.

Mrs. Heine is survived by her husband, Raymond James Heine of Glidden; two daughters, Elizabeth Estelle Potter and Mary Jean Locatelli both of Houston; one, son-in-law, Raymond S, Locatelli, two grandsons, Jonathon Coleman Hopkins and Marc Locatelli; her mother, Mrs. Frank Haynes of Glidden; one sister, Linda Maxwell Settle of Dunwoodie, Ga.; and one brother, Vernon Haynes of Friendswood.

She was born in Glidden, Colorado County, June 26, 1927 at the home of her parents, Mary Estelle Alley Maxwell and Thomas William Maxwell, Jr. Except for brief periods, she lived most of her life in Glidden.

Mrs. Heine received her elementary and middle school education at the Glidden Independent School and Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High School in San Antonio.

She attended high school at Dick Dowling Junior High in Beaumont and Columbus High School in Columbus. She attended the University of Houston in Houston.

Mrs. Heine was a lifetime member of the Glidden Baptist Church, having been registered in the cradle roll at the time of her birth. She surrendered her life to Christ, was received into membership and baptized in June of 1937.

She was a charter member and organizing president of' the Women's Missionary Union of the Glidden Baptist Church. Mrs. Heine twice served as superintendent of the Glidden Baptist Church Sunday School and was teacher of the Youth Class until her recent illness.

She was a charter member and organizing president of the Dilue Rose Harris Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, a member of the Colorado County Historical Survey Commission, a member of the Texas State Heritage Society, a charter member of the Junior League Fine Arts Club of Columbus and a charter member of the Colorado County Volunteer Ambulance Corps in Columbus,

She was instrumental in establishing the Glidden Fresh Water Supply District No. I of Colorado County and was secretary-treasurer of the Board of Supervisors of the District.

She was chairman of the Glidden Centennial Celebration 1985 and Glidden Chairman of the Texas Sesquicentennial Celebration 1986.

Raymond James and Dorothy Jean Heine resided in their home in Glidden since their marriage in 1948.

Mrs. Heine was a historian, genealogist, archivist and researcher. She was employed as a deputy clerk in the County Clerk's office of Colorado County from 1947 until 1976, acting in all functions of that office and as recording clerk of the Commissioners' Court of Colorado County.

She was employed by Texas Eastern Corporation since 1976.

Having been drafted by the County Historical Commission to give a program on the History of Glidden in 1979, Mrs. Heine was inspired to write the history and have it published to coincide with the Centennial Celebration in 1985 for the town where she grew up and which she loves.

Pallbearers were Bill Stolle, Jack Haynes, Jim Anderson, Billy Mitchell, John Jones and David Ilse.

Colorado County Citizen, December 3, 1987

Heine, Infant

The little baby of Mr. Chas. Heine of Galveston, brought here a few days ago by its grandmother, died last Sunday and the following morning the little pain-racked body was laid to rest in our beautiful city of the dead [Odd Fellows Cemetery]. Peace to its ashes.

Weimar Mercury, April 25, 1903, page 6

Heine, Leo Frank

Funeral For Leo Heine, 80, Held at Nada

Funeral services for Leo Frank Heine, 80, of Weimar, were held Friday, Jan. 26, from St. Mary's Catholic Church, Nada with burial in the parish cemetery. Msgr. Victor Schmidtzinsky officiated.

Heine, a retired maintenance worker for the city of Weimar, died Wednesday, Jan. 24, at River Oaks Nursing Home in Columbus, where he had been a resident the last three years.

Born Feb. 9, 1909, at Nada, he was a son of Paul and Mary (Wanja) Heine. A bachelor, he lived in Weimar 42 years and was an honorary (retired) member of the Volunteer Fire Department.

Surviving are a sister, Emelia Popp of Nada and several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Raymond Heine, Alfred Popp, Herman Popp, Arthur Leopold, Frederick Leopold and Edgar Cranek. Named honorary pallbearers were members of the Weimar Volunteer Fire Department.

Weimar Mercury, February 1, 1990
Transcription by Dennis Boatright

Heine, Mary Theresa (Wanja)

Mrs. Heine Dies at 88; Funeral Held Monday

Last rites for Mrs. Mary Theresa Heine, who died Mar. 24 (Good Friday), her 88th birthday, were held at Untermeyer Funeral home Monday, with continued services in St. Mary's Catholic Church in Nada. Burial was in St. Mary's cemetery. Mrs. Heine's grandson, Rev. Clarence Leopold, officiated. Rosary was said in the funeral home Sunday evening by Rev. Thomas Collins.

Mrs. Heine died in Columbus convalescent home. She had lived in homes for the past several years. She lived in Nada for 46 years and, afterwards, lived with her son, Leo Heine, and family in Weimar before moving to a rest home. Her husband, Paul Heine, died in 1913.

Mrs. Heine was born in Austria Mar. 24, 1879, daughter of Anton and Magdalena Wanja. She came to this country when she was 13.

She is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. A. C. Leopold and Mrs. John Popp of Nada, the son in Weimar, 26 grandchildren, 82 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren, and 2 brothers, Joe Wanja of Columbus and Frank Wanja of Weimar. A son, A. C. Heine of Columbus and a daughter, Mrs. Frank Popp of Nada, died earlier.

Pallbearers were here grandsons, Raymond Heine, Herman Popp, Frank Popp Jr., Edgar Cranek, Arthur Leopold Jr. and Fred Leopold.

Colorado County Citizen, Thursday, March 30, 1967
Transcription by Dennis Boatright

Heiney, Amanda M.

Funeral For Mrs. Wm. Heiney Held On Last Saturday
Services Held At Home For Highly Respected Citizen Of City With Interment In Cemetery At Lakeside

Funeral services were held Saturday for [Mrs.] William Heiney, who passed away shortly after noon on the [prev]ious day. The services were conducted by Rev. N. G. Ozment, local Methodist pastor.

Mrs. Heiney was one of Eagle [Lake’s] finest women and was held in high esteem by everyone who [knew] her.

She had returned only a week [pre]vious from a three months’ visit [to] her daughter in Memphis, Tex[as] having for some time suffered [from] asthma, and had made the [ex]tended stay hoping to be relieved from her sufferings. She con[tr]acted influenza on her return, and was not feeling good at the [ti]me she came home. Her illness developed into pneumonia during Thursday night, and she passed away shortly after noon Friday.

Mrs. Heiney was 68 years of age, having born in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. She was married at that place on January 25, 1887, to Mr. William Heiney who with their two daughters, Mrs. A. Town[le]y of Eagle Lake and Mrs. R. Lee Elliott of Memphis, Texas survive.

Shortly after their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Heiney moved from Upper Sandusky to Cincinnati, Ohio, where they made their home until 1906 when they moved to Eagle Lake, living on a farm four miles from Eagle Lake. The family moved to another farm near Eagle Lake where they made their home for about three years, moving to Eagle Lake and purchasing the Brown Hotel building in 1913, and have since conducted that hotel and made that their home.

Shortly after [noon]Friday, Mrs. Heiney closed her eyes to the scenes of earth and entered into eternal rest. The summons from the shadows came to this good woman after an illness of less than a week, during which she made a brave fight for life, but the disease mocked at medical science, nursing and prayers, and shortly after noon Friday the angels came [to take the] spirit home and leave [nothing] but lifeless clay.

Mrs. Heiney was a woman of [ ]igment and great energy. [She was] kind of heart and sym[pathetic] and was useful to the [community]. Companionable and cheer[ful, she] made for herself a large [circle of ] friends who deeply sympathize with the sorrowing relatives, [ ] miss her deeply.

Pallbearers were Helmer Sea[holm],[Ch]arlie George, J. N. Brower, [ ]swander, Max Conner and [ ]vo.

Eagle Lake Headlight, January 7, 1933
Transcribed by Judy Talkington

Heinold, Angeline M. "Angie" (Maeker)

Mrs. Angeline M. "Angie" Heinold, 77, of Sheridan, passed away Dec. 24, 2002, at Rice Medical Center in Eagle Lake.

She was born Feb. 21, 1925 to Willie and Martha Hubert Maeker in Gonzales County. She and Roy Lee Heinold were married at Trinity Lutheran Church in Victoria on June 27, 1951. The couple lived in LaPorte, Texas before moving to Sheridan in 1973. Mrs. Heinold led a career as a grocery clerk and homemaker.

She was Preceded in death by parents; husband Roy Lee Heinold; and sisters, Gertrude Foster and Norma Hayn's.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Roiline "Cissy" and Bobby Sims of Sheridan; son and daughter-in-law Ricky and Leatrice Heinold, of Sheridan; four grandchildren, Heath Heinold and James "Boodie" Heinold, Cortney Nicole Sims and Corey Hunter Sims; nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones including brother-in-law, Edgar Heinold of Victoria.

Funeral services were conducted Dec. 28, 2002, from the Chapel of Dulany Funeral Home, in Eagle Lake, with the Rev. Bob Allison of Rock Island, officiating. Interment followed at Cheetham Cemetery in Sheridan.

Pallbearers were Ray Hayn's, Larry Fleeman, Ronnie Howard, Stanley Heinold, Sonnie Heinold and Dennis Zbranek Jr. Honorary Pallbearers, Heath and James "Boodie" Heinold, Cortney Nicole and Corey Hunter Sims, Ray Wayne Hayn's and Terry Fleeman.

Friends and family are encouraged to send tributes to www.mem.com

Colorado County Citizen, January 8, 2003
Courtesy of the Citizen.

Heinrich, Anna

"God's Finger Touched Her and She Slept"

The death of Mrs. Annie Heinrich. beloved lady of this city, at her home Wednesday of last week, was both sad and unexpected. Engaged in household duties, she was suddenly stricken with apoplexy and was dead within a few minutes. We understand she had been in apparent good health up to the very minute when stricken. The family was summoned, neighbors, family and friends flocked in and everything possible was done, but to no avail. This good woman was soon gathered into the arms of her Savior, there to meet and greet loved ones who had gone on before.

The funeral took place at St. Michael’s Cemetery Friday morning, after appropriate services at St. Michael's Church by her late pastor, Rev. Jos. Szymanski, in the presence of a large gathering of mourning relatives and friends. There were many beautiful floral emblems placed upon her grave.

Mrs. Annie Heinrich was born in Halbendorf, Mehren, Austria, fifty-nine years, ago. She came to this country with her parents when but a small child, the family first settling in the High Hill community, then moving to Schulenburg. Thirty-nine years ago she was united in marriage to Mr. Joseph Heinrich, who died in the year l909. To this union was born an only .son, Joseph. Jr., who survives. Other survivors are three sisters, Mrs.[sic]

Other survivors are four sisters. Mrs. Emil Helmcamp, Mrs. Joe Kasper, Mrs. Aug. Hoelscher and Mrs. Gus Beck, and four brothers, Joe E. Wick, Frank and Steve Wick of Weimar and Edward. Wick of Houston.

Pall bearers for this occasion were Herbert and Alfred Wick, Robert Wick, Oscar Helmcamp, Eddie and Alfred Heinrich.

Mrs. Heinrich was truly a good woman beset by many misfortunes during her Iifetime, she never murmured, but bore up bravely through it all, smiling many times, perhaps. when her heart was heavy and bowed down with sorrow. Through it all she was uncomplaining, and ever proved herself to be a devoted wife and mother and a neighbor and friend of the finest type. Truly we have lost a good woman from our midst. To her sorrowing ones we offer the tear of sympathy.

Weimar Mercury, April 13, 1934, page 1

Heinrich, Anna Mary (Kloesel)

Final Rites for Mrs. F. Heinrich, 70, Held Wednesday

Funeral services for Mrs. Ferd. A. Heinrich, 70, were held held(sic) Wednesday morning in Hubbard Funeral Home and St. Michael's Church, with burial in St. Michael's Cemetery.

Msgr. A. F. Drozd officiated in the rites, with Rev. Benton Thurmond assisting.

Mrs. Heinrich died suddenly Monday at Youens Hospital as she was being prepared for an operation. She had been ill only a few days.

Born at Weimar Oct. 31, 1884, she was Anna Mary Kloesel, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Kloesel. After her marriage Nov. 13, 1906, to Mr. Heinrich they lived in Schulenburg until four years ago, when they moved to Weimar. She was a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church and the Catholic Knights of America.

Surviving in addition to her husband are four sons, A. D. Heinrich of Lufkin, Alfred Heinrich of Denver Colo., Victor Heinrich of Ogden, Utah, and Gus Heinrich of Schulenburg; three daughters, Miss Elinor Heinrich and Mrs. Victor (Alice) Frietsch of Schulenburg and Miss Regina Heinrich of Weimar; one brother, Joe Kloesel of Victoria; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Two sons preceded her in death: Herman Heinrich died in World War II and Bernard Heinrich died in an accident at Schulenburg three years ago.

Pallbearers for the services were Joe Kloesel, Paul and Ed Heinrich, Edwin Berger, Louis Rousl, and Fred Thomas Heinrich.

Weimar Mercury, February 11, 1955, page 1

Heinrich, Ferdinand A.

Ferd. A. Heinrich, 81, Dies; Services Held Here Sunday

Funeral services for Ferd. A. Heinrich, 81, who died at the home of a daughter in Schulenburg after a heart stroke, were held at Hubbard Funeral Home and St. Mlchael’s Church here Sunday morning.

Msgr. A. F. Drozd officiated, assisted by Rev, Benton Thurmond. Burial was in St. Michael's Cemetery.

Mr. Heinrich, who had been staying with his daughter, Mrs. Victor Frietsch, the past two months, had suffered an earlier stroke April 26. His death occurred at 4:15 last Thursday afternoon May 12, barely three months after the death of his wife.

He had lived in the Schulenburg area most of his life, but five years ago had moved to Weimar, where another daughter, Miss Regina Heinrich, is a hospital nurse.

Born July 1, 1873, in Germany, he came to this country with his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Heinrich. When he was 6 years old; they settled near Schulenburg. There he married Miss Anna Mary Kloesel on Nov. 13, 1906. Two sons preceded both of them in death; Herman Kloesel[sic] died in action in World War II and Bernard Heinrich died in an accident at Schulcnburg about three years ago.

Survivors are four sons, A. D. of Lufkin, Gus R. of Schulenburg, Alfred of Denver, Colo., and Victor of Ogden, Utah; three daughters, Miss Regina Heinich of here and Miss Elinor Heinrich and Mrs. Victor Frietsch of Schulenburg; 13 grandchiIdtren and two great-grandsons.

Pallbearers were Paul and Ed Heinrich, Edwin Berger, Joe Kloesel Jr., Joe Reigers and Louis Rossi.

Weimar Mercury, May 20, 1955, pages 1 and 10

Heinrich, Joseph

Joseph Heinrich Funeral Held Here Wednesday

Funeral services for Joseph Heinrich, 39, were held at St. Michael's Church Wednesday with interment in St. Michael's Cemetery, the Rev Vaclav Bily officiating.

Pallbearers were Edward, Paul and Gustav Heinrich, Leo and Robert Wick and Herbert Beck.

Mr. Heinrich had suffered a paralytic stroke several months ago which left him in a weakened condition. He succumbed at 1 o'clock Tuesday morning after another stroke came upon him.

He was born October 12, 1902, the son of Joseph and Annie Heinrich of Schulenburg. He lived with his widowed mother for many years here and after her death eight years ago made his home with his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Wick of the Wildwood community.

Surviving are seven uncles: Joe Wick, Frank Wick and Steve Wick, all of the Weimar section, F. A. Heinrich and Ed Heinrich of Schulenburg, Louis Heinrich of Fredericksburg and Edward Wick of Houston; and four aunts, Mrs. Emil Helmcamp, Mrs. Theresa Hoelscher, Mrs. Joe Kasper and Mrs. Gus Beck, all of this sections.

The Mercury extends deepest sympathy to the survivors.

Weimar Mercury June 26, 1942

Heinrich, Robert Marion

Funeral services for Heinrich were scheduled for Wednesday morning at the Henneke Funeral Home, to be followed by a funeral mass at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Weimar, Father Carolan will officiate.

Interment will be in the Garden of Gethsemani at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery in Houston under the direction of Henneke Funeral Home.

Heinrich was born Aug. 12, 1960, in Houston, the son of Robert J. and Carol Fritsch Heinrich. [Died Feb 1, 1982]

He was a member of the Catholic Church.

Heinrich is survived by his father, R. J. Heinrich and stepmother, Janice Heinrich, both of Hattermann Lane near Columbus; two sisters, Cheryl Cummings of Richmond and Michelle Heinrich of Weimar; a stepsister, Reeda DeVasier of Weimar; and a stepbrother, Floyd DeVasier of Houston.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Carol Heinrich, who died Dec. 27, 1974.

Pallbearers at the funeral will be John Moody, Kendall Curtis, Floyd DeVasier, Frank Cummings, Scott Carroll, Mike Michaels, Ronnie Schilhab and Antone Schmidt.

Colorado County Citizen, February 4, 1982
Transcribed by Dennis Boatright

Heinrich, Rosa O. (Muehr)

Mrs. Heinrich Rites Held

Funeral services for Mrs. Rosa O. Heinrich, 71, a housewife of Rt. 1, Schulenburg, were held at 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 2, from St. Mary’s Catholic Church at High Hill with Rev. Larry Stuebben, Rev. Francis Vanderwall, Rev. John Hanacek, Rev. Benton Thurmond, Rev. Roger Robbins, Rev. Ben Franklin of Iowa and Rev. Charles Carolan of Weimar concelebrating the funeral mass. Burial was in St. Mary’s Cemetery under the auspices of Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Chapel.

Pallbearers were Leo Muehr, Alois Muehr, Arthur Heinrich, Ben Heinrich, Gary Kainer and Max Schumann.

Mrs. Heinrich passed away suddenly Saturday, Sept. 30, at Schulenburg after suffering a heart attack.

Born March 7, 1907, at Schulenburg, she was the daughter of the late Franz and Aloisia Berger Muehr. She was married to Robert A. Heinrich on Sept. 22, 1928, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Schulenburg and the couple settled in the High Hill community where she resided until her death.

Mrs. Heinrich was active in area cancer drives, the High Hill cemetery committee and the work of the local MH/MR, of which her son, Michael is affiliated.

She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, St. Ann’s Society and the Catholic Daughters of America, court St. Rose No. 1597, Schulenburg.

Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Ewald (Mildred) Demel of San Antonio, Mrs. Eugene (Darlene) Kainer of Weimar, Mrs. Marvin (Elvira) Kuhn of Houston, Sister Dianne Heinrich, CDP, of Castroville and Mrs. Monte (Marie) Stutes of Conroe; four sons, Arnold F. Heinrich and David F. Heinrich, both of Houston, Robert Heinrich of Webster and Michael F. Heinrich of Schulenburg; one sister, Mrs. Alma Blaschke of Sugar Land; one brother, John Muehr, also of Sugar Land; and ten grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert A. Heinrich on March 17, 1978; a son, Leon, in 1942; also two sisters, Mrs. Mary Matzke [of Weimar] and Mrs. Annie Schumann [of Sugar Land] and four brothers, Louis, Freddie, Frank and Joe Muehr.

Schulenburg Sticker, October 6, 1978
Submitted by Mark Schumann

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Heintschel, Edgar Joe

Heintschel

Funeral services for Edgar Joe Heintschel, were held Friday, September 6 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Columbus under the direction of Henneke Funeral Home, with Father Tim Kosler officiating.

Burial was held at St. Roch's Catholic Cemetery in Mentz.

Mr. Edgar Heintschel was born May 6, 1913 in Fayetteville to Leon Heintschel and Irene Untermeyer Heintschel. Mr. Heintschel married Adeline Braden Heintschel, April 15, 1943. He was a retired Superior Oil Company Operator
Mr. Heintschel was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legionaires[sic] and Herman Sons. He served in WW II European Theatre-Italy, Germany, and France.

Survivors include his wife, Adeline Heintschel of Columbus; two daughters and son-in-laws, Diane and William Caddell of Kingsbury and Donna and Rex Reidel of Bulverde; three brothers, Harry Heintschel of Shaws Bend, Arthur Heintschel of Sealy and Clarence Heintschel of Wharton; and three grandchildren, Alicia, Shauna, and Stacy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Elvira and Lillie, and one son, Anthony.

Pallbearers were Gerald Heintschel, Lynn Braden, Russell Becker, Darren Packer, Kirby Heintschel, and Gordon Heintschel.

Colorado County Citizen, September 19, 1985

Heintschel, Harry J.

HEINTSCHEL

Harry J. Heintschel, 78 of Shaws Bend. passed away Oct. 7 at his residence. He was born in Fayetteville to Leon and Irene (Untermeyer) Heintschel on July 25, 1921 and married Laurie Mae Poenitzsch on Oct. 29, 1955.

He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Ellinger the VFW post #6113 of Columbus and was a WOW Lifetime member. During World War II he served in the Military Army 338th Engineer Regiment stationed in Indiana, Louisiana, Africa and Italy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and two sisters.

He was survived by his wife, daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Jeff Reed of Bellville; son and daughter-in-law, Gerald and Patti Heintschel of Shaws Bend; grandchildren: Bruce, Bryan and Wesley Heintschel and Justin Reed; step-daughter, Natalia Batla; half sisters: Leara Henneke of El Campo, Gladys Svec of La Grange and Ruth Seifert and Artie Schultz of La Grange; half brothers: Leon Heintschel, Jr. of Fayetteville, Milton Heintschel of Fayetteville and Lambert Heintschel of San Saba; sisters-in-law: Estella Heintschel of Sealy and Adeline Heintschel of Columbus as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Oct. 10 at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus with Rev. Karl Johnson officiating. Interment followed at Brune Cemetery in Shaws Bend.

Pallbearers were: Larry Poenitzsch, Daniel Poenitzsch, Gary Poenitzsch, Harvey Poenitzsch, David Willbern and Ardene Poncikh[sic].

Colorado County Citizen, October 13, 1999

Helfrich, Mary (Braden)

Mrs. Helfrich’s Rites Are Today

Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Braden Helfrich, 71, of Houston and formerly of Mentz, will be held tomorrow (April 3). The body will leave Earthman funeral home at Houston at 9 a.m. and mass will be held in All Saints Catholic church in Houston Heights on 10th St. at 9:30. Burial will be in St. Roch’s cemetery at Mentz at 1 p.m. She was the wife of the late Willie Helfrich of Mentz. Mrs. Helfrich was an aunt of Allen Wendel, owner of Wendel’s T. V. Shop in Columbus.

She is survived by an adopted son, Edward Helfrich of Michigan, 4 brothers, Paul Braden, Rosebud, Henry Braden, Meyersville; Rochus Braden, Rosenberg, and Anton Braden , Houston, and 2 sisters, Mrs. Annie Helfrich, Houston, and Mrs. Edmund (Clara) Wendel, Louise. Another sister, Mrs. Barbara Raabe, died a number of years ago.

Colorado County Citizen, April 2, 1964

Heller

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Hellrung, Robert Charles

HELLRUNG.

Robert Charles Hellrung, 59, of Columbus died on October 27 at the Columbus Community Hospital.

Mr. Hellrung was born in Alton, Illinois on May 4, 1929 to Charles Hellrung and Celia (Carter) Hellrung.

Services were held on Saturday, October 29 at 2 p.m. at the Henneke Funeral Home. Rosary was on Friday, October 28 at 7:30 p.m. at Henneke Funeral Home. Burial was in St. Anthony's Catholic Cemetery, Columbus. Msgr. Werner Bockholt officiated.

Mr. Hellrung was a resident of' Columbus for 30 years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Evening Lions Club, and the Columbus V.F.W, He also served in the Korean War.

He is survived by five daughters, Cindy, Robin, Christi, Tracy, and Terri and one son, Mark. Two half sisters and two half-brothers also survived, Rose Burger of Illinois, Duda Wessels of California, Russell Jauering of Columbus, and George Jauering of San Antonio. Seven grandchildren also survived.

Pallbearers were Dr. R. C. Marburger, Charles LeBleu, Ivar Heggen, Mike Perez, V. L. Marek, honorary pallbearers were Charles Davidson, and R. J. Jauering.

Colorado County Citizen, November 2, 1988, page 15

Helmcamp

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Hemmi, Elizabeth (Tesch)

Mrs. Elizabeth Hemmi

HALLETTSVILLE – Mrs. Elizabeth Hemmi, 87, native of Lavaca County, died at 11:45 a.m. Thursday in a local hospital.

She was born June 16, 1883, and was married to John Hemmi, Dec. 24, 1902, who preceded her in death. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hallettsville, and of Christian Mothers Society.

The body will lie in state at Kubena Funeral Home, and will be at the Catholic Church in Nada from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, at which time funeral services are to be held.

The Rev. Henry Rolf will officiate, with burial in Nada Catholic Cemetery.

Survivors include five sons, Phillip and Frank of Houston; Richard and Urban, both of Hallettsville, and John Hemmi of League City; three daughters, Mrs. Leo Schoellman of San Antonio, Mrs. Helen Hewitt of San Bernardino, Calif., and Mrs. Leonard Hugh of Los Angeles; a brother, Ed Tesch, of Port Arthur; a half brother, Bill Strauss of Port Arthur; a sister, Mrs. Emilia Botard of Sublime; a half sister, Mrs. Mary Rollman of Port Arthur; 16 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren.

Victoria Advocate, Friday, September 18, 1970, Page 13A
Contributed by Maureen Briscoe

Hemmi, John

PROMINENT CITIZEN OF NADA ANSWERS FINAL CALL
(By Nada Correspondent)

Mr. John Hemmi died in the hospital at Rosenberg last Friday night at 12 o’clock after an operation for an abcess of the gall bladder and other complications. He was taken to the hospital last Thursday following a sudden illness of only a few days. He underwent the operation Friday morning and but little hope was ever held for his recovery. He had not been in good health for over a year and has been under treatment from various physicians, though his condition was never considered serious. His death came as a shock to his family and his friends throughout this community. He was buried in the parish cemetery after all burial rites were administered to him at the parish church and cemetery. Rev. C. J. Benes officiated. The pallbearers were Joe Arnold, Gus Swoboda, Chas. Schramm, Erwin Schneider, Alvin and George Gerbermann. Mr. Hemmi was born in Ghurwaldein, Switzerland, in 1870. He came to this country with his father and family when he was but nine years of age, locating near Hallettsville where the family resided for a number of years. They moved to this place in 1890. He was married in 1900 to Miss Elizabeth Tesch. He leaves to mourn his passing, his broken=hearted wife, five sons, Philip of Houston, Frank and Richard, twins, Urban and Marcus, at home, and three daughters, Mrs. Leo Schoellmann and Misses Helen and Martha, one grandchild, little Gladys Schoellmann and a large family connection and legions of friends. The deceased was an organizer and an active member of St. Joseph Society and carried insurance in the organization.

Eagle Lake Headlight, April 15, 1933

Hemmingway, Elizabeth “Lizzie” Shiver Roberts

Hemmingway Funeral Held Here Thursday

Funeral services for Mrs. Elizabeth Roberts Hemmingway, 87, widow of Tom Roberts, a former Weimar city marshall, were held Thursday afternoon at Hubbard Funeral Home, with burial in Masonic [Odd Fellows] Cemetery.

Mrs. Hemmingway died Monday, Sept. 17, in Long Beach, California, where she lived for a number of years.

In addition to Mr. Roberts and her second husband, Mrs. Hemmingway, she was preceded in death by a son, Tommy N. Roberts of Long Beach. The family lived here during the 1930s.

Surviving are two sons, Mike of San Juan Capistrano, Calif., and William of Long Beach, Calif., two daughters, Mrs. E. M. (Dolly) Hoffman of San Juan Capistrano and Mrs. F. W. (Mayme ) Hubbard of Richmond; seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs. Nettie Smith of Dallas.

Weimar Mercury, September 27, 1973

Hemphill, George Bennie III

George Hemphill

To everyone there is a season, a time to be born. On July 8, 1946, George was born to George B. Hemphill II, and Ruth Isreal Hemphill in Colorado County, Eagle Lake.

At an early age George was converted and baptized at White Cloud Baptist Church. During his church service, he was a faithful member serving as President of the Sr. Choir, Sunday School Supt., member of the Trustee/Deacon Boards and instrumental in the building of the new church.

Jr. as he was later known, graduated from E.H. Henry High School.  Jr. was a star quarterback for the E.H. Henry Eagles.  He also played point guard, ran track and played baseball.  Jr. continued his education at Texas Southern University and Huston Tillison University. 

He served his country proudly where he received an honorable discharge from the United States Army (Vietnam). 

George was employed by Gary Job Corp Center for several years.  George semi-retired after 30 years from Nalco Chemical Company in Sugar Land.?He was united in holy matrimony to Ms. Brenda Joyce Williams on March 3, 1973.  To this union three children were born:  George B. Hemphill IV, Georgelyn B. Hemphill and Brandon J. Hemphill.  George also has an older daughter, Chadell Martin.

In the midst of the early morning hours on Thursday, January 18 at 6:00 am, the angel of obedience swayed through the halls of Herman Memorial Southwest and entered George B. Hemphill's room.  In the twilight of a second, He slipped an invitation under his pillow; the golden inscription immediately illuminated the holiness revealing it's contents:  "George Bennie Hemphill III, the magistrate of Grace and Mercy has requested your presence in the New Jerusalem, You will enter into the realm of unimaginable joy and perpetual care." 

His heavenly entrance was greeted by his parents; one sister, Wanda Anderson and one brother, Roland Hemphill, Sr.

Jr.'s heavenly home going has brought sadness to his community, but pleasant memories of his life, his love and contributions to his family will be forever cherished. 

He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Mrs. Brenda Hemphill (Tiger), of Fresno, Tex.; children, Chadell Martin, George Bennie Hemphill IV (daughter-in-law Laulita), Georgelyn Beniece Hemphill, Brandon Jamaal Hemphill (daughter-in-law Miesia); grandchildren, Kelby Gardner Jr.,

George B. Hemphill V, Braelyn Janee' Hemphill, Bre' Ana Jade Hemphill, Amyah Joi Gabriel, Brandon Jamaal Hemphill II and A'reail De Ville; brothers, Gregory (Carolyn) and Dennis Hemphill; sisters, Lois Davis Jean Bell (Velenzo), Eunice Palmer (Earl), Georgia Pipkins, Rheba Fox (Auther), Leatricia Davenport (Gus), Beverly McClain;

A devoted and loving mother-in-law, Marlene Williams; aunts, Eunice Mitchell, Jennie B. Hemphill, Myrtle Hemphill, Wilma Sims (Howard), Bobbie Williams (Johnny), Bernice Releford, and Linda Brown; uncle, Earl Isreal; brothers and sisters-in-laws, Alex Williams (Margaret), Ricky Williams (Berlinda), Willie James Johnson (Joan), Arlene Jackson (Judge), Gloria Hemphill, Sandra Caraway, a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Celebration services were held at 11:00 am Saturday January 27 at Providence Baptist Church in Eagle Lake under the direction of Henneke Funeral Home of Columbus.  Burial followed in Eagle Lake Cemetery in Eagle Lake.

Casket bearers were nephews: Kendrick Pipkens, Rev. Malcolm Bell, Rev. Eric Williams, Alan Sims, Rev. Clarence Davis, Jr., Alex Williams III, Eddie Sharrod, Latural Norris, Victor Davis, DeWayne Davis and Roland Hemphill Jr.

Honorary casket bearers were George B. Hemphill IV, Brandon Hemphill, Kelby Martin, George B. Hemphill V, Howard Sims, Alex J. Williams Jr., Ricky Williams, Rev. Gus Davenport, Dennis Hemphill, Velenzo Bell, Judge Jackson Jr., Darryl Norris, Brandon Hemphill II, Gregory Hemphill, Arthur Fox, and deacons, brotherhood and trustees of White Cloud Baptist Church.

 Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, February 1st, 2007
Submitted by John Konesheck

Herzik, Eugene “Gene”

Herzik

Eugene (Gene) Herzik of Columbus, passed away at his residence Oct. 27.

He was born in Praha, Oct. 20, 1927 to Benjamin Joseph and Anita (Krenek) Herzik. He attended St. Mary's Catholic School in Praha, Flatonia High School and The University of Texas. He married Virginia Vornsand Feb. 28, 1949.

He was a member of the St. Anthony Catholic Church, a veteran of World War II, Div. of Merchant Marines and a member of the South Central Texas Semi-Pro Baseball Hall of Fame.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife Virginia Herzik; son Joe Herzik and wife Tommie from Georgetown; daughters Joan Poenitzsch and husband Bob from Columbus, Vivian Forten-berry and husband Dale from Carrollton, and Marlene Bradford from Columbus; grandchildren, Daryl and Zoe Roper, Lori and Wayne Doyle, Douglas and Catherine Bradford, Stephen Bradford, Shay Poenitzsch; and five great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday Oct. 30, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, with Father Dan Kahlich officiating. Burial followed in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Columbus.

Pallbearers were Joe Herzik, Bob Poenitzsch, Dale Fortenberry, Douglas Bradford Jr., Stephen Bradford and Marshall Herzik.

Memorials in his memory may be given to Hospice Brenham, 302 East Blue Bell Road, Brenham, TX 77833-2406.

Colorado County Citizen, October 31, 2007
Courtesy The Citizen

Herzik, Frank

Old Time Settler Claimed by Death

Many friends throughout this section were shocked Tuesday morning when they learned of the death of Mr. Frank Herzik, Sr. of the Borden community, a well known and popular farmer. The funeral took place Wednesday afernoon at St. Michael’s Cemetery. Rev. Jos. Szymanski officiating.

Mr. Herzik had not been in very good health for several weeks. However, he was in town a few days preceding his death. He was suffering from flu, and being a long time victim of asthma, it is believed that when two troubles combined, there was a brief attack of pneumonia, and this good man was no more. It is known that the morning of his death he talked with members of his family and friends and seemed cheerful, expressing the belief that he would get over the attack. An hour or two later he ws dead.

Mr. Herzik was about 64 years of age. His wife preceded him in death about six months ago. He raised a large family, was a good farmer and was highly regarded by everyone who knew him. As a friend remarked on Wednesday, “When Mr. Herzik promised you anything you could depend upon him doing that very thing”.

He was a quiet, good citizen, a man strictly attentive to his own business, yet always ready and willing to befriend anyone in need of help. His passing is viewed with sincere regret by all.

A suitable sketch of his life will appear in next week’s Mercury. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to his bereaved farmily.

Wemar Mercury, January 8, 1932

Sketch of Life of the Late Frank Herzik Sr.

Mr. Frank Herzik, Sr., was born July 22, 1867, at Jindrichove, county of Hranic, in Moravia, Europe. He died Jan. 5, 1932 at 8:30 a.m., at the age of 54 years, 5 months and 14 days. He came to this country at the age of 12 years. He was united in marriage in 1890, and he and his wife lived in the Dubina community, afterward moving to the Weimar section, where his wife died about six months ago.

He is survived by his ten children and two brothers, as follows: Children -- Stephen J. of Houston, Frank J. of Chicago, Ill., Charlie, Alfons, Victor, Vaclav, Mrs. Anton Kublen, Mrs. Joe Stall, Mrs. Adolf Norhavitza and Mrs. Joe Kosler, all of near Weimar. Brothers -- L. M. Herzik of Schulenburg and Joe Herzik of Dubina.

Pall bearers at the funeral were as follows: John Cejka, Frank R. Olsovsky, Frank Horak, Frank Skutca, Joe Holub, Sr., and Jos. Mezik, Sr.

Weimar Mercury, Friday, January 15, 1932
Submitted by Rosemary Ermis

Herzik, Leonard

Leonard Herzik Dead

An item we regretted to note was contained in the Houston Post of this (Thursday) morning, conveying the sad intelligence of the death of Leonard Herzik, 10-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Herzik of Houston, former citizens of this community. He died in a Houston hospital late Wednesday evening. No details are given, and no announcement of funeral arrangements. He is survived by his bereaved parents and one sister, Doris. Hour heartfelt sympathy goes out to the bereaved ones.

Weimar Mercury, August 13, 1937
Transcription by Judy Talkington

Herzik, Louisa (Anhaiser)

Former Resident This Section Dies In Chicago

News was received here early Friday morning of last week stating that the wife of Chas. Herzik (a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Anhaiser of this community) had died.

Mr. and Mrs. Herzik had been living in Chicago for several years, where Mr. Herzik had employment. The body was brought here for interment Monday at noon, and on the following morning was laid to rest in St. Michael’s Cemetery. Rev. Jos. Szymanski officiating in a touching burial service. The funeral was largely attended, attesting the high regard in which this young woman was held by our people, among whom she was born and raised.

This young couple was united in marriage at this place several years ago. After marriage they journied to Houston, where they accepted employment with the family of Mr. W. C. Munn, former popular Weimar citizen and business man. They remained in Houston for several years, then decided to cast their fortunes in Chicago. Here Mr. Herzik secured lucrative employment, and has been doing well until ill health crept into his home, causing the death of his beloved wife, a truly terrible blow.

Having known these young people from early childhood, we have been interested in their fortunes, and where they have been successful, we have rejoiced. Now that the shadow of death has rested upon this once happy home, our heart goes out in sympathy for the bereaved husband, parents, and other loved ones of this splendid, good woman, who has been called to her eternal home.

May Good comfort them in their deep bereavement is our sincere wish.

Weimar Mercury, April 4, 1930, page 1

Herzik, Ronald Richard

Ronald Herzik, 18 Months; Dies After Operation

Ronald Richard Herzik, 18-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Herzik of Weimar, died Saturday morning, June 5, in John Sealy Hospital at Galveston, nine days after a brain operation.

He had undergone a similar operation, for removal of a cyst, December 24, 1953, and seemed to have recovered completely, but illness struck again five months later.

Funeral services were held at Hubbard Funeral Home and St. Michael’s Church here Monday afternoon, with Msgr. Anthony F. Drozd officiating. Burial was in St. Michael’s Cemetery. Mass was said for him Tuesday morning.

Pallbearers were his cousins, Erwin Lee Kunz, Anton Tupa, Leonard Korenek and James Korenek.

In addition to his parents, Ronald is survived by two sisters, Gladys Marie and Gloria Ann; a brother, Dennis Ray; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Muehr Sr. of Weimar; and his great-grandfather, Ferdinand Meyer of Schulenburg.

Weimar Mercury, June 11, 1954, page 1

Hester, Albert B.

Albert B. Hester, 74, of Cleveland, died November 13 at the Humble Rehabilitation Hospital in Humble. The funeral was held at 10 a.m. Thursday, November 15 from the Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel in Cleveland with Bro. Ira Irwin officiating. Graveside services and interment was held at 3 p.m. at Myrtle Cemetery in Rock Island. Local arrangements were under the direction of Dulany Funeral Home. He was born November 26, 1909 and is survived by his widow, Mrs. Anna Hester; two sons. K.W. Varner Jr. and Houston M. Varner; three sisters, Lola Legg, Eva Riedinger and Rosie Cook; seven grandchildren.

Eagle Lake Headlight, November 22, 1984
Contributed by Patti Hall-Smith

Hester, Anna Jane (Benoist)

Schulenburg - Anna Jane Hester, 90, of Schulenburg, died Wednesday, Nov. 3, 1999.

She was born April 18, 1909, in Grandin, Mo., to the late William Riley and Henrietta Catherine Lassen Benoist.  She was a homemaker and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Sheridan.

Survivors:  sons, Kenneth W. Varner of El Lago and Houston Marcus Varner off Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; brother, Houston Benoist of Schulenburg; and five grandchildren. 

Preceded in death by: husband, Albert Hester; daughter, Mary Catherine Varner; and sister, Edna Viola Brisco.

Visitation will begin at 11:30 a.m. at Kubena Funeral Home chapel.

Graveside service and burial will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Myrtle Cemetery in Rock Island, the Rev. Terry Horton officiating, Kubena Funeral Home, Hallettsville, (361) 798-3271.

The Victoria Advocate, November 5,1999
 Submitted by Regena Williamson

Hester, Jettie (McCane)

Final Rites Held For Life-Long Columbus Resident

Funeral services for Mrs. Jettie Hester, life-long resident of Columbus whose death occurred Monday night at the Bell Memorial Hospital there, were held at 10 a.m. Wedneday morning from the Columbus Funeral Home, Rev. Charlton, Columbus pastor, officiating.

The deceased, who was the wife of L. V. Hester, well-known Colorado County cattleman, was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. McCane. Her father was a native of Alabama; her mother. a native of Tennessee. She was a lifetime member of the Methodist Church.

Pall bearers included Willie Miekow, Joe Stafford, Albert Hahn, Frank Burford, R. Hadden and James Wooten.

Funeral arrangements were under direction of the Columbus Funeral Home. [Interment in Odd Fellows Rest.]

Weimar Mercury, August 11, 1939.

Hester, John Ellsworth

John E. Hester, Lifetime Resident, Claimed by Death

One of Columbus' old-timers, John E. Hester, was laid to rest here. Sunday afternoon after. services in Columbus Funeral home. Dr: Norman L. Roberts officiated and burial was in Odd Fellows Rest cemetery.

Mr. Hester, who was 87, became ill Friday and died Saturday in Columbus hospital. A farmer and rancher, he had. never retired but remained active until his 'death. Possessing a good memory, he could recall many events of. past days In Columbus. He had. spent his entire lIfe here. For more than 20 years he served as constable.

Columbus Native

Born here Jan. 7, 1870, he was a son of John Robert and Alma Coates Hester who lived in the 900 block of Front street, at the present home of'. Mrs. Bettie Schultz. He was married Mar. 2, 1897, to Miss Laura Brooks She died in 1951.

Mr. Hester had been the honor guest, last Jan 7, hIs birthday, at a large family party in the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Ellis G. Miller.

Pallbearers were the young men connected with. the. family, Lester Hastedt, Sam Harbert, Bob Potter, Clarence Potter, J. W. Schumacher. Forrest Van Davis, Forrest Brooks, and Gus H. Miller Jr.

Other Survivors

Besides his daughter, he leaves a granddaughter, Mrs. Allan A. Hill of San Antonio, and 3 nieces, Mesdames Clarence Potter and Bob Potter of Columbus and. Mrs. J. W. Schumacher of Houston.

Among relatives here from out of town were Miss Ina Mae Towell, Mrs. H. W. Carothers, Billy Towell and family, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Brooks, Vernon Brooks, Miss Myrtle Brooks, Miss Mabel Brooks, Dr. and Mrs, A. I. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Schumacher, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Hoyt and Mr. and Mrs. Oliver J. Todd, Houston; Mr. and Mrs. Hill, San Antonio; Mr. and Mrs. N. F. Clapp, El Campo; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Towell, Eagle Lake and Mr. and Mrs. Davis, Houston.

Colorado County Citizen, March 21, 1957

Hester, John Robert

COLUMBUS CULLINGS

The mortal remains of the gallant Texas Ranger, good citizen, kind husband and faher, Mr. John Hester, were laid to rest in the city cemetery at 5 o’clock last Thursday afrnoon, Rev. M. S. Hotchkiss officiating at the residence and the grave. “After life’s fifful fever he sleeps well.”

Weimar Mercury, March 7, 1889

DIED, after a lingering illness, at his residence in this city, Thursday last, at 3:20 a.m., MR. JOHN R. HESTER, in the 59th year of his age. At half-past four that afternoon services were performed at the residence by the Rev. M. S. Hotchkiss, pastor in charge of the Columbus Methodist church, amid a large attendance of friends, after which a sorrowing concourse followed his remains to the city cemetery, where, with feeling obsequies, the same reverend gentleman committed the "ashes to ashes, and dust unto dust."

The deceased was a native of North Carolina, having been born in Caswell county May 11, 1831. He came to this county in 1858, engaged in agricultural pursuits, and upon the breaking out of hostilities joined the farm-famed Texas Rangers, with whom he served with gallantry to the close of the war. Upon his return after peace was declared, he found himself with no fortune save his indomitable energy and perseverance, and few friends to assist him save his health and strength and noble manhood. Commencing at the foot of the ladder, he toiled on step by step till he reached the vantage ground of a landing in prosperity's dominions. In January, 1868, he was happily united to Miss Alma Coates, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Caswell Coates of this vicinity, who proved an invaluable and true "help meet" to him in his struggle against adversity, and for whom he maintained a fond and ever enduring affection. Three sons gladdened their hearts, two of whom remain to comfort their mother in her sore trial.

In the zenith of his career, when life's shadow had scarcely begun to point backward; when a hard-fought-for independence invited the grand physique to rest; when all that can render life desirable—a loving wife, dutiful children, staunch friends, a cosy home and smiling affluence, made existence a delight—from all these and a hundred kindred joys, he was transported to the realms above. The Citizen laments more than words can express his untimely demise. A bond of friendship cemented by his innumerable acts of kindness, is lacerated by his removal, and our tenderest sympathies are with his bereaved family.

But, after all, grief is a selfish feeling. It is of nature, and will not be repressed, to mourn our irreparable loss, and closely cover our heads with garments of sadness, but his spirit is basking in the sunshine of perfect happiness beyond all that earth affords.

"The night dew that falls, though in silence it weeps,
Shall brighten with verdure the grave where he sleeps;
And the tear that we shed, though in secret it [rolls],
Shall long keep his memory green in our souls."

Colorado Citizen, March 7, 1889, page 3

Hester, Laura Jane (Brooks)

Services Are Held Monday For Mrs. John E. Hester

Funeral services were held at the Columbus Funeral Home at 9:30 Monday morning for Mrs. John E. Hester, who died in a Houston hospital Sunday. night after an illness of several weeks. Burial was in Odd Fellows Rest, with Rev. Norman L. Roberts officiatIng

Mrs. Hester was born Laura Jane Brooks, May 27, 1880, in Shaws Bend, a community that was named for the family of her mother, Julia LaVinia Shaw Brooks.

Her father was George Brooks.

In 1897 she was married. to John Hester. Soon after their marriage, the couple built their home in Columbus and spent their entire married there. They had one daughter, Lavine, now Mrs. Ellis G. Miller, who survives.

Other survivors are her husband; a sister, Miss Mabel Brooks of Houston; 2 brothers, Jim Brooks who is ill in a Houston hospital, and Travis Brooks of Columbus; an aged aunt, Mrs. Laura Towell of Houston. and one grandchild, Miss Jane Miller of Columbus. A brother, Will Brooks, died 2 months ago.

Pallbearers were Dr. H. C. Moeller, Sam Harbert Jr., William Henry Harrison, Lester Hastedt, Owen Hoegemeyer, E. E. Irwin, B. A. Hastings and Sam K. Seymour Jr.

Colorado County Citizen, August 15, 1951

Hester, Lavo

Lavo Hester Dies in Sleep; Services Sunday

Lavo Hester, 78-year-old retired farmer and rancher, died quietly in his sleep last Friday evening at his home south of Columbus, even though he had suffered a lingering illness and death had seemed imminent at any time. He died, as he wished, in the same room in which he was born Nov. 1, 1877. He was a son of a pioneer couple, the late John Robert and Alma Coates Hester.

Mr. Hester was a breeder of polled Hereford cattle and was especially interested in the Future Farmers of America chapter of Columbus of which his grandsons are members. He had donated a calf to be raised as a chapter project for the past several years. In 1902 he was married to Jettie McCane. Mrs. Hester died in 1939.

Funeral services were held at 4 p.m. Sunday at Columbus Funeral home, with Rev. George Ricker of the Methodist church officiating. Burial was in Odd Fellows Rest.

Mr. Hester is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. J. W. Schumacher of Houston and Mrs. Robert Potter and Mrs. C. H. Potter of Columbus; one granddaughter, Mrs. J. C. Koch of New Orleans and 6 grandsons, Henry, Joe, Bobby, Doug, Jeff and Bruce Potter all of Columbus; one brother, John Hester of Columbus; one niece, Mrs. E. G. Miller of Columbus and one grand-niece, Mrs. Allen Hill of Austin.

Pallbearers were W. H. Miekow, Jim Willms, Marley Giddens, Douglas Hastedt, R. E. Tait, Hollis Massey and Jack Leyendecker of Columbus and Dick Schultz of La Grange.

Among out-of-town people present for the services were Mr. and Mrs. Ira Broughton and Mr. and Mrs. Kemp, Wharton; Mrs. Phyrne Tanner, Mrs. W. G. Youens, Mr. and Mrs. James Stephensoon[sic], Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Todd and Mrs. Bill Hoyt, Houston; Mr. and Mrs. Dick Schultz, La Grange; Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Schoellmann, Nada; and T. A. Pinchback, W. H. Abel, Sr. and Lester Bunge, Garwood.

Colorado County Citizen, June 21, 1956, page 1

Hester, Thomas Clyde

Thomas C. Hester Succumbs at 72; Buried in Weimar

Last rites were held yesterday for Thomas Clyde Hester, 72, retired Columbus cattleman, who died at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Columbus hospital after a long illness.

Rev. W. A. Hathaway of the Methodist church conducted the services in Columbus Funeral home at 3 p.m. Mr. Hester was a member of the Methodist church.

He was born Jan. 15, 1887 in Porter Springs, Tex., the son of Thomas Hester and Betty Gatewood Hester.

Survivors include his widow; 2 sons, George Ralph Hester of San Antonio and T. C. Hester Jr. of New Orleans; 2 sisters, Mrs. James Cook and Miss Georgia Hester of Crockett; and a brother, Jack Hester of Baytown.

Burial was in the Masonic cemetery at Weimar.

Pallbearers were E. G. Miller, Gus Miller Jr., W. G. Dick, W. H. Miekow, O. P. Moore Jr., J. H. Wooten Sr., Robert Potter and John Wagner.

Colorado County Citizen, September 17, 1959, page 12

Hester, Vallie (Strunk)

Mrs. Vallie Hester died Thursday, April 17 at Autumn Hills Nursing Home in Columbus.

Funeral services were held at the First United Methodist Church Saturday, with burial at the Weimar Cemetery.

Mrs. Hester, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Strunk, was born Feb. 14, 1889 in Oakland.

She was a former teacher in the Columbus public schools, a member of the First United Methodist Church, The United Daughters of the Confederacy and the Order of the Eastern Star.

Her husband, T.C. Hester preceded her in death.

Survivors include cousins Ernest Scott and Walter Scott of Weimar, Mrs. Betty Strunk of Oakland, Mrs. Ivy Toliver of Egypt, Mrs. Mary H------   of Oakland and stepsons Thomas Hester Jr. and Ralph Hester.

Pallbearers were Ernest Scott, Walter Scott, Billy  Strunk, Billy Bob Strunk, George Strunk Jr. and Nat Goodwin.

Columbus-Day Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Colorado County Citizen, April 24, 1980, page 2
Transcribed by Laurie Albrecht

Heuse, unknown (Baby Boy)

It becomes our painful duty to chronicle the death of two infants that occurred in this section last week. Died, the first and only child, a baby boy, aged three months, of Mr. and Mr. L. F. Heuse, on the 29th ult., from the sequel to measles, after an illness of a month. Also Mr. and Mrs. Joe Pierce lost their little baby, a girl nine days old on the 1st inst., of trismus, after four days' suffering. The parents of each have the sympathy of all in the vicinity of their respective homes. The Anointed One has called them unto Him, for He said: "Suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid them not, for of such is the kingdom of God." [Place of interment unknown]

From Colorado Citizen, May 7, 1891
In the Oakland Newsy Notes
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm

Hewitt, I. T. Sr.

Reverend I.T. Hewitt, Sr.

Reverend I.T. Hewitt, Sr., affectionately known as, "Uncle Buddy" passed away March 23.
He was born to Eddie and Arie McGrew Hewitt on January 25, 1917 in Colorado County.

Reverend Hewitt grew up and attended school in the Garwood Community. He united with the Garwood Church of God at an early age.

He was a WWII Veteran serving in France, Italy.

Later, he united with the Greater Mt. Olive Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor B.F. Langham.

On July 5, 1947 Reverend Hewitt attended the Gospel Ministry and was licensed by Reverend B.F. Langham. In 1952, he was ordained as a minister.

Reverend Hewitt attended Conroe Normal Industrial College and received a Bachelor of Theology. He achieved a diploma of graduation from the Voice of Prophecy, and Worldwide Bible Broadcasters in 1964. He also completed two years of business study at Wharton County Junior College, graduating with an Associate Degree in 1990.

Reverend Hewitt pastored for 45 years at the following churches: Ebenezer B.C., West Point, Texas; Concord B.C., Round Top, Texas; St. Paul BC, Wealder, Texas; Mt. Arie BC, Weimar, Texas and there he remained 23 years until pastoral retirement.

He served as moderator of the La Grange Wester Landmark Association, L 3rd Vice Moderator of the La Grange District Association, Bible Teacher/Instructor in the B.M.F. State Congress and a teacher of the 20th Century District Association.

Reverend Hewitt united for 50 years in Holy Matrimony on June 20, 1953 to Jewel Gibbs who preceded him in death. To this union six children were born.

Reverend Hewitt was preceded in death by his parents; wife; two brothers, Theodore and Lear Hewitt; three sisters, Alvera Wilson, Alma Slone and Etta Mae Thomas; and one son, James W. Hewitt.

He leaves to cherish: four daughters, Charlene Layton of Houston, Karen Nesbitt (Wilbur) of North Carolina; Estella Hewitt, Arie Frazier (Robert) all of Eagle Lake; three sons, Wayne Hewitt of El Campo, Isaac T. Hewitt, Jr. (Shetia) of Houston, Andrew Hewitt of Eagle Lake; lifelong cousin, M.E. Ole Davis of Eagle Lake; daughter-in-law, Dorothy Hewitt; brother-in-law, Reverend L.E. Gibbs of Houston; Godson, Reverend Obie Rhodes of Eagle Lake; Goddaughter, Olivia Maxie of Eagle Lake; and a host of grands, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A Homegoing Celebration was held Saturday, March 31 at 12 p.m. from Greater Mt. Olive Baptist Church with Pastor Dave Curry, officiating. Interment followed at Community Cemetery North in Eagle Lake. Final arrangements were under the direction of Ben Davis Funeral Home in Columbus.

Pallbearers were Terrance Scarlett, Todd Norris, De'Andre Hewitt, George Pierce, Jac'Ques Henderson, Derrick Frazier and Paul Barrow, Jr.

Honorary pallbearers were Dea. Alex Woolridge, Dea. Robert Frazier, Dea. Tommie Sims, Bro. L. Barrow, Sr., Bro. T. Krushall and Bro. A. Milligan.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, April 5th, 2007 
Submitted by John Konesheck

Hewitt, Jewel (Gibbs)

Hewitt

Jewel Gibbs Hewitt, 76, of Eagle Lake, passed away April 13.

She was born in Altair in 1927 to the Rev. Walter and Clara (Williams) Gibbs and married the Rev. Isaac T. Hewitt June 20, 1953. She graduated from E.H. Henry High School and later earned an associates degree in nursing and led a career in private duty nursing. She was a member of Greater Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church of Eagle Lake. She served for 27 years as first lady and musician at Mt. Arie Baptist Church in Weimar and served in various capacities throughout the La Grange District. She was a musician for the state convention, a member of Mt. Olive Choral Club, vice president of the mission department and member of 20th Century District Minister and Deacons Wives Conference.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Samanther Wilson; six brothers, Ollie, Morris, the Rev. John D., the Rev. W.E., the Rev. Ernest and the Rev. Eugene Gibbs; and a step-son, James Hewitt.

She is survived by her husband; daughters and sons-in-law, Karen Ann and Wilbur Nesbitt of Temple Hills, Md., Estella Jewel Hewitt of Eagle Lake and Arie Janette and Robert Frazier of Eagle Lake; sons and daughters-in-law, the Rev. Wayne Clifton and Carolyn Hewitt of Houston, Isaac T. and Shelia Hewitt Jr. of Houston and Andrew Lee Hewitt of Eagle Lake; brothers and sister-in-law, Walter and Lillian Gibbs II of Houston and the Rev. L.E. Gibbs of Houston; nine grandchildren; step-daughter, Charlene Layton of Houston; step-daughter-in-law, Dorothy Hewitt of Austin; and God Daughters, Olivia Maxie of Eagle Lake and Carol Rhodes of Houston.

Funeral services were conducted April 17 from the Greater Mt. Olive Baptist Church of Eagle Lake with the Rev. Thomas E. Kuykendall, pastor, and the Rev. O. Rhodes officiating. Interment followed in Community Cemetery North in Eagle Lake.

Pallbearers were Kelvin Hearn, Michael Johnson, Andre Hatton, Arthur Ray Coleman, Malcom Thomas and Percy Coleman Jr.

Honorary Pallbearers were, grandsons Derrick Frazier, Todd Norris, DeAndre Hewitt, George Pierce, Jacques Henderson, Terrance Scarlett, and the Greater Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church Deacons and Trustee Board.

The Colorado County Citizen, April 21, 2004
Courtesy of The Citizen

Hewitt, Joe Herbert

Hewitt, Joe Herbert

Joe Herbert Hewitt died peacefully at his home in Columbus on Aug. 27.

He was preceded in death by his parents, W.W. Pete Hewitt and Jo Beth Shaw Hewitt.

He is survived by his sister, Cherie H. Moore and husband Thomas of Columbus; niece and caregiver, Deborah Varnadore and husband Elton of Seabrook; nephews, John Moore and wife Barbara of Converse, David Moore of Columbus, and William Moore and wife Melissa of Houston; and eight grand-nieces and grand-nephews, including grand-nephew, James Eastman, who was also a special caregiver.

Joe was born in Sugarland on Jan. 14, 1949. He lived in Richmond and graduated from Lamar Consolidated High School in 1968. He then went to work part-time for the U.S. Post Office in Richmond as a mail handler. He received several service and attendance awards, but was proudest of the Channel 11 Spirit Award. He was interviewed by Clare Casademont and the interview was shown on the channel’s television news feature, “The Spirit of Texas,” in the early 1990s.

In 1998, after the death of his mother, he transferred to the U.S. Post Office in Sealy and moved to Columbus. He took early retirement in 2003 after 35 years of service. He was a longtime member of St. John’s Methodist Church in Richmond, and after he moved to Columbus, he joined First Presbyterian Church of Eagle Lake.

Joe loved cars, Harley motorcycles and watching trains go by. He enjoyed fishing trips to the coast with Tom and his nephews, where he always caught the biggest fish. He also enjoyed wrestling and watched every match on TV. His nephews took him to several live matches, which was a huge treat. He hated litter and made friends as he scouted through town picking up trash and litter. He even enjoyed pushing baskets around at Brookshire Brothers and H-E-B.

Joe had a good life for a person with challenges, and he lived longer than most with his health problems. The family wishes to thank Dr. Tom Hancher, his personal physician and friend, as well as Houston Hospice in El Campo for their compassionate support during his final illness.

A memorial service will be held in celebration of his life on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 10 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Eagle Lake, 106 E. State St.

Memorials may be made to Houston Hospice - El Campo, P.O. Box 1417, El Campo, Texas 77437, or to other charities in his name. [Place of interment unknown]

Colorado County Citizen, September 2, 2009
Submitted by Judy Tarkington

Heyer, Augusta (Suchardt)

It will be remembered that in our last issue, we stated that Mr. Owen Heyer had brought his mother, Mrs. Augusta Heyer, from Columbus to his home in this city, she being in very bad health. They came up on the 11:25 a. m. train Sunday, April 14. Mrs. Heyer was carried to his residence, and medical attention secured at once. She continued to grow more feeble each day, however, and it soon became evident to the anxious relatives that the end was drawing near. Absent relatives were telegraphed for, and they arrived ere she breathed her last, Sunday afternoon at 4 o’clock. Mr. Heyer was the widow of Prof. H. Heyer a noted educator, and was a lady of many rare and excellent attainments both of head and heart. She was the mother of Messrs. Owen, George, Charles and Bismark Heyer, and besides numerous relatives, leaves a large circle of sorrowing friends. Her remains were interred at the Masonic cemetery Monday afternoon, a large crowd being present to witness the last sad rites. Our sympathy is extended the bereaved relatives in the sad and irreparable loss which they have sustained.

Weimar Mercury, April 27, 1895

Heyer, Bismark

The remains of Mr. Bismark Heyer were laid to rest in the local [Odd Fellows Rest] cemetery yesterday morning, Rev. T J. Windham of Houston officiating.

Mr. Heyer, passed out of this life at the Temple Hospital Monday, He was 62 years of age and is survived by the wife, two brothers-in-law, Mr. Sam E. Morrow and Dr. R. H. Harrison of Houston and one niece, Mrs. Margaret Townsend of this city.

Colorado County Citizen. August 11, 1932

Heyer, Carlos Maigne

Carlos Maigne Heyer Killed In Houston Traffic Accident

Funeral services were held here Sunday afternoon for Carlos Maigne Heyer, 49, of Houston, at the Hubbard Funeral Home, with the Rev. C. L. Boone, Baptist minister officiating. Interment was made in the Masonic Cemetery here.

Mr. Heyer was killed in a traffic accident in Houston Friday night about 11 o’clock, being hit by a car driven by Floyd North during a heavy rain. He was taken to a hospital in Houston where he died Saturday morning about 8 o’clock.

Mr. Heyer was the son of Mrs. Rosa Heyer and the late Chas. Heyer. He was born in Houston on March 25, 1894. His mother is the former Miss Rosa Maigne of Weimar. He was united in marriage to Mrs. Pearl Pope in August, 1928. At the time of his death he held the position of assistant engineer at the Lone Star Creamery in Houston,.

For a few years the Heyer family lived in Weimar, and it was during this time that Carlos united with the First Baptist Church here.

His survivors include his 13-year-old son, Charles, and his mother, Mrs. Rosa Heyer of Houston.

Weimar Mercury, April 23, 1943, page 1

Heyer, Charles

Weimar Local Matters

We regret to chronicle the death of Chas. Heyer, which occurred in this town last Friday evening, after a long and painful illness. He had returned from Marlin wells only about two days before, where he had been for several weeks, in the hope that he would be benefited by that mineral water. His wife was with him there. Finally his physician advised his wife to bring him home as speedily as possible, saying that nothing more could be done for him and that his case was beyond hope--and he came home to die. After his arrival here he suffered much pain. Friends and physicians did all for him that could be done, but agony and death were inevitable. He was buried last Saturday evening in the Masonic portion of the Weimar cemetery in the presence of a large gathering of relatives and friends. He was a young man of many fine qualities, and his marked courteous deportment made friends wherever he went. He leaves a wife and a little son, Carlos, about three years old, who have the sympathy of all in their bereavement.

Colorado Citizen, March 30, 1899
Submitted by Deborah Smith

Death of Charley Heyer.

The Sticker is sorry to note the death of Charley Heyer, which occurred at Weimar Friday afternoon. The deceased had been sick several years with rheumatism and was a great sufferer. He spent his early boyhood days at High Hill, where his father was engaged in teaching school. He was a man who was respected and honored by all who knew him for his excellent qualities and traits of character, and his death is deeply regretted. He leaves a wife and a little son to whom we extend our sincere condolence. – Schulenburg Sticker.

Shiner Gazette, 5 Apr 1899, page 1
Contributed by Matt Cross

Heyer, Henry

COLUMBUS CULLINGS

Prof. H. Heyer of this city, who has been ill of general debility near a fortnight, died this morning, universally lamented. He was disguished[sic] as a scholar and accomplished instructor of youth.

Weimar Mercury, March 21, 1889

We are inded sorry to chronicle the death of Prof. Henry Heyer, a distinguished scholar and educator, which sad event occurred at Columbus on Wednesday morning, 20th inst. Mr. Heyer was born in Rosiak, Mecklenburg, Germany, in 1823, making him at the time of his death 66 years of age. He came to Texas in 1841, a youth of 18, and settled in La Grange Fayette county, and was for some time a minister of the Luthran church in that city. He afterward moved from there to Seguin, Tex., and commenced teaching school. While in that city he formed the acquaintance of Miss Augusta Suchardt, and after a brief courtship married her and shortly afterward moved to Lockhart, where he engaged in the mercantile business, under the firm name of Nolte & Heyer. There his daughter and two eldest sons, George and Owen, were born. He joined the Masonic fraternity in that city in 1858, and had been a zealous worker in Masonry until his death. He entered the army and went through the late civil war, afer which he again went into the mercantile business at Seguin with his old partner and did business under the name of the old firm. In ‘67 he moved to High Hill and cmmenced teaching again, moving to Columbus in ‘81, where he lived up to the time of his death. Prof. Heyer was an able educator, was beloved by his pupils and honored by his friends. His remains were interred in the Masonic cemetery in this city last Thursday morning by members of Weimar lodge, A. F.& A. M. (of which he was a member), members of Caledonia lodge of Columbus and Lyons lodge of Schulenburg participating. The entire community is grieved over the loss of such an excellent gentleman and join THE MERCURY in extending condolence to the bereaved family.

Weimar Mercury, March 28, 1889

Heyer, Owen

Death of Mr. Owen Heyer
One of Weimar's Most Prominent Citizens Passes Away Suddenly at Home Friday Morning.

Our people could hardly believe the news circulated at an early hour Friday morning that our esteemed fellow-citizen Mr. Owen Heyer, had suddenly passed away at the family home at 4:25. So many had seen him in town the previous day, apparently in the best of health and spirits--in fact many had stopped involuntarily to note his splendid physical appearance. But without warning of any kind, Death stepped into the home ere the break of the following day and took therefrom the beloved husband and father. Heart failure was the probable cause. He had been complaining for several days of his heart troubling him, but being a man of much energy he kept going and apparently did not realize his serious condition. Death came to him suddenly and without warning. The funeral took place at the Masonic Cemetery Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock, and was held under the auspices of the local Masonic lodge, of which order he had long been a valued member.

The pall bearers were R. H. Yoder, G. W. Shaver, Geo. Herder. Jr., C. H. Potthast, Geo. T. Hawkes. and C. H Wood.

Mr. Heyer was born at Lockhart,Texas, the 28th day of March, 1856, and was 65 years of age at the time of his death. He was a son of the late Prof. Henry Heyer and wife, old-time citizens of Columbus, this county. He was married to Miss Minnie Strube of Columbus in 1883. She, together with four daughters, Mrs. Gusta Gonz, Mrs. Lizzie Buske, Mrs. Margaret Geiselmann and Miss Virginia Heyer and two sons, Owen Heyer, Jr., of New Orleans, and Chas. Heyer of. Dallas, survive.

Mr. Heyer had lived in Weimar for a period of thirty-eight years. For a long time he was in the general merchandise business. Afterward he took up the insurance and cotton business, which he followed up to the time of his death. He was also postmaster of this. place for quite awhile. He was a splendid business man, a very fine bookkeeper, and his services were often in demand where correctness and neatness were essential. He was a man of pleasant disposition, true to his friends, a man of strong convictions, one who ever believed in the right, devoted to his family, and the possessor a large circle of friends wherever known. In his earlier days he took an active part In every enterprise tending to the good of the community in which he lived. His death Is deeply and sincerely deplored by all. To the grief Stricken wife and children the sympathy of the community is extended.

Weimar Mercury, June 3, 1921, page 1

Heyer, Rosa (Maigne)

MRS. ROSA M. HEYER BURIED HERE OCT. 16

Funeral services for Mrs. Rosa Maigne Heyer, 79, were held here Saturday, with interment in the City Cemetery.

Mrs. Heyer was the widow of the late Charles Heyer, one-time business man of Weimar. Her grandfather, D. M. Estes, was the first mayor of Weimar and her father, Charles Maigne, was the city’s first railroad agent.

No other details on Mrs. Heyer’s life were available at this writing.

Weimar Mercury, October 22, 1948, page 1

Heyer, Wilhelmina (Strube)

Former Weimar Lady Dies In Galveston

The sad news was received here Monday telling of the death of Mrs. Minnie Heyer, widow of the late Mr. Owen Heyer, which occurred in Galveston that morning, following a stroke of paralysis some three weeks previous.

The remains were prepared and brought here for interment in the Masonic Cemetery by the side of her late husband. The funeral took place Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock from the residence of her grandson, Mr. Chas. F. Konz.

Mrs. Heyer was a resident of our city for many years. Before marriage she was a resident of Columbus, attending school in that city and making her home with Mr. and Mrs. Chas. F. Brunson. With the death of her husband some years since, she moved to Columbus and again made that city her home. A few months ago, we are informed, she moved to Galveston and made that city her home. Ill health came upon during the past few years, and this was followed recently by a stroke of paralysis, which hastened the end.

Mrs. Heyer is survived by two sons and four daughters., all grown and married. During her residence here Mrs. Heyer was always highly regarded by our people. She was a good, true wife and mother, ever ready to help those in need, and devoted to her family. Her passing is noted with extreme regret by a large circle of friends in the old home community.

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to her bereaved ones.

Weimar Mercury, November 21, 1930, page 1

Heyser, Ola Glenn (Yates)

Funeral Services Held Monday Afternoon for Native of Columbus

Funeral services were held here Monday afternoon for Mrs. Ola Heyser, 83, who died Sunday at her home in Marlin.

She was born Ola Yates three miles north of Columbus. Her husband, Porterfield Heyser, died in 1924. Mrs. Heyser left Columbus over twenty years ago.

She is survived by one son, Shelly Heyser of Marlin and a grandson, Estell Heyser Jr. of Dallas.

Interment was made in Odd Fellows Rest. Pallbearers were Joe Stafford Dr., R. R. Wells. O. A. Zumwalt, A. W,. Hahn, R. R. Hadden and H. B. Tanner.

The body was brought overland from Marlin. Equipment of Columbus Funeral Home was used.

Colorado County Citizen, June 22, 1939
Transcribed by Judy Talkington

Heyser, Porterfield

Mr. P. F. Heyser Buried Here

The earthly remains of Mr. P. F. Heyser were brought here from Houston on Sunday, Sept. 20th, and laid to rest in the Odd Fellows cemetery.

Mr. Heyser was an old resident of this city. He left here about twenty years ago and had been living in Houston for several years.

He is survived by a wife and two sons, Shirley of Houston and Estill of Dallas, to whom the Citizen extends sympathy

Colorado Citizen, Thursday, October 2, 1924