Memorials › Adolph Harry Heidrich

Adolph Harry Heidrich

4 Nov 1910 – 18 May 1975

Birth4 Nov 1910
Death18 May 1975
CemeteryShiner Cemetery
Shiner , Lavaca County , Texas , USA
Added byJames on 08 Mar 2014
FaGhttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/126081182

Bio

Adolph H. Heidrich entered his Eternal Rest at 2:10 p.m. May 18, 1975, at his home. His earthly Pilgrimage covered a span of 64 years, 6 months and 14 days. The body lay in state at the Buffington Funeral Home, Shiner, until 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, when it was conveyed to the United Dr. Martin Luther Church for services at 2:00 p.m. The Rev. Clifford C. Grosenbacher Officiated. Assisting was the Rev. Edwin J. Oehlke, who offered a prayer. Mrs. Victor Stindt, organist, rendered the prelude and postlude, and also accompanied the congregation in the singing of hymns, "Jesus Lover of My Soul" and "Rock of Ages'. Burial was in the Shiner City Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Max Friedrich, Kermit Harbers, Leroy Kloesel, Raymond Kocian Jr., Gordon Smith and Carlton Voskamp, all of Shiner. Military graveside services were conducted by members of the American Legion, Kolar - Stanek Post No. 201. Larry Riemenschneider served as chaplain and read the committal prayer. Eddie Jaks folded the flag which was presented to the widow of the deceased. The sounding of "Taps" pre-recorded by Leonard Darilek concluded the rites. Serving as color bearers and color guards were O.S.T. Meyer, Adolph Pesek, John Degenhardt and Rudie Filip. Mr. Heidrich was a member of the Shiner American Legion Post and the United Dr. Martin Luther Church. Adolph Harry Walter Heidrich, one of eleven children, was born November 4, 1910, near Shiner in Lavaca County, son of Albin and Marie (Peters) Heidrich, natives of Gera, Germany, where they were married and, some six years later, they came to America, arriving in September 1891. The first made their home on a farm in Gonzales County and later moved to the Witting Community near Shiner. AS a child he was received into the church through the sacrament of Holy Baptism administered by the Rev. Wilhelm Dziewas. He was later confirmed at Witting by the Rev. Falkenberg. He entered the United States Army on March 20, 1942. He served in the infantry, landing on Normandy during the invasion. He served overseas for 3 ½ years. He received his honorable discharge on October 23, 1945. He participated in battles and campaigns at Normandy, Rhineland, Ardennes, Northern France and Central Europe. His citations and decorations include the EAME Service Ribbon with one star and one bronze arrowhead, Bronze Star Metal and Good Conduct Metal. He was discharged with the rank of Sergeant. Between 1945 and 1949 he worked in the oil field of west Texas and New Mexico. He than moved back to Shiner and became a welder at Kasper Wire Works until 1965 when a heart attach forced him to retire. On November 22, 1953, he was united in marriage to Irma Lorene Behlen in the Lutheran Church with the Rev. Edwin J. Oehlke officiating. He is survived by his devoted wife, Mrs. Irma Heidrich of Shiner; four sisters, Mrs. Monroe (Helen) Weber, Mrs. Elo (Neddie Lee) Voelkel, both of Yoakum, Mrs. Arthur (Martha) Wagner of San Antonio, and Mrs. Earl (Marie) Rhoades of El Paso: numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, August 17, 1953; his mother, July3, 1949; three brothers, Paul Heidrich, September 2, 1897, at the age of 9 years, Willie A. Heidrich, January 4, 1954; Charles A. Heidrich, August 5, 1973: three sisters, Mrs. Henry C. (Clara) Lockstedt, May 29, 1964; Mrs. Ed (Ella) Hagens, January 15, 1947; Mrs. Ollie (Annie) MeDavid, May 31, 1936 With closing of the final chapter of his book of life, we are again reminded of the many soldiers, veterans and comrades, who have gone before and it brings to mind the famous quotation, "Old Soldiers Never Die, They just fade away." May he rest in peace. Contributor: Ed Neubauer (49300885) •

Photos

Family

Parents

Spouse

Siblings

Export GEDCOM

This person only · Entire connected family