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Virginia Lee Henneke Polasek
2 Feb 1932 – 15 Apr 2025
| Birth | 2 Feb 1932 |
| Death | 15 Apr 2025 |
| Cemetery | Rutersville Cemetery Rutersville , Fayette County , Texas , USA |
| Added by | Carolyn Brinkmeyer on 20 Apr 2025 |
| FaG | https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/108690722 |
Bio
Virginia Lee Polasek, affectionately known as Virginia to her friends and family, was a beacon of resilience and love. Born on February 2, 1932 in the quaint town of Frelsburg, Texas, Virginia's journey through life was marked by her unwavering spirit and dedication to her family. Her life came to a peaceful close on April 15, 2025 in La Grange, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Virginia's life was a tapestry woven with the threads of hard work and devotion. She was beloved wife of the late LeeRoy Polasek who passed in 1997 and were married March 15, 1951 in Frelsburg, Texas, and together they shared the joys and challenges of raising a large, loving family. Virginia was predeceased by her son, Danny, three grandchildren, and a great-grandchild, who all held a special place in her heart. Her family was the cornerstone of her life, including her three brothers, Robert, Gilbert, and George, along with her brothers-in-law, Charlie, Rudy, Garland, and Larry Polasek, and her sisters-in-law, Juanita Polasek, Una Mae Henneke, and Virginia Gaddes. Virginia's nurturing spirit continued to shine through her daughters, Karen and husband, Milroy Helmken, of Rutersville, Kathy and husband, David Faldyn, of La Grange, Shirley and husband, Rick Pavlicek, of Loan Oak, Joyce and husband, Larry Foster, of Columbus, Cindy Shirley of Burton, Carol Polasek of La Grange and her son, Glenn Polasek and wife, Sandy, of La Grange; and sister-in-law, Gladys Polasek of La Grange. She was a proud grandmother to 19 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Each of whom she loved deeply and who will carry her legacy forward. Despite completing only through the 10th grade, Virginia was a lifelong learner whose education came from the school of life. She was the quintessential homemaker, taking tireless care of her eight children and managing a bustling household. Even into her 80s, Virginia worked with the same zeal, cleaning houses and always ensuring that her family was well-provided for. Her work ethic was remarkable, and many believed it was the secret to her longevity. Virginia's interests were simple, yet they brought her immense joy. She found pleasure in bottle-feeding baby calves and picking cotton in her younger years. A testament to her self-reliance she skillfully butchered hogs, calves, and fryers to feed the ten mouths at her table daily. She was a strong woman; she could carry half of a calf on her shoulder when butchering. After her husband's passing in 1997, Virginia moved closer to the city limits where her daughters and son could be nearby. There, she was blessed with wonderful neighbors, Karen and Thomas Faldyn, Doris and Gene Citzler, who became an extension of her family, offering help and companionship. She loved the occasional trip to Coushatta for a little gambling. Her love for the outdoors was evident in the care she took of her yard and flowers, and she found solace in watching the birds that visited her many feeders. Virginia even had a humorous battle of wits with the squirrels that frequented her garden, cleverly using oil to thwart their attempts to raid the bird feeders. Her fondness for nature extended to her palate as she enjoyed the occasional squirrel meal, kindly provided by her friend, Pat Janca. Pat's wife, Mary, was a special friend as well and her hairdresser and she actually cut her hair the morning of her passing. Virginia's life was a testament to the strength and love of a woman who was the heart of her family. Her hands, which once picked cotton and bottle-fed calves, also held her children and grandchildren with tenderness. Those same hands that worked hard to provide for her family also cultivated beauty in her garden and crafted a home filled with warmth and laughter. As we bid farewell to Virginia Lee Polasek, we honor a life rich with the fruits of hard work, the beauty of nature, and the deep bonds of family. Her story, from the fields of Ellinger to the heart of her community in La Grange, is a reminder of the enduring power of love and the simple joys that make a life well-lived. Virginia's memory will continue to bloom in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her, just as her flowers once bloomed under her careful hands. A visitation will be held prior to the memorial service on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church of La Grange. The memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. officiated by Rev. Jason Kaspar. Memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Calvery Lutheran Church of La Grange, Hospice Brazos Valley La Grange, or to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Koenig-Belvill Funeral Home & Cremations, La Grange, Texas. Family and friends can view and sign the guestbook online at www.lagrangefunerals.com.
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