Marburger

Larnie Conrad Marburger, 87, of Round Top, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022. He was born in Round Top on Sept. 13, 1934, the son of the late Norma (Schroeder) and Hubert Marburger.

Larnie joined the U.S. Army, serving his country proudly in On Sept. 27, 1953, he married Rose Marie Meinen at St. John Lutheran Church in Warrenton. They raised four children together, one daughter and three sons. He was a devoted father.

He worked construction throughout his life as a heavy equipment operator, but he was also a skilled carpenter. Larnie enjoyed butchering hogs and was a member of the Butcher’s Club of Warrenton.

In his spare time, he also farmed and was a rancher. He was a long time member of the Farm Bureau. He loved working his cattle and listening to polka music as well as hunting and fishing. He was a member of the Round Top Rifle Hall and the Sons of Herman. Larnie enjoyed a trip to the casino now and then.

An avid St. Louis Cardinals fan, he attended two World Series to watch his team win! He loved supporting his kids in their activities, whether he was coaching or cheering them on from the sidelines. Larnie coached Little League and the lady’s softball team.

Larnie was a long time member of St. John Lutheran Church in Warrenton.

He is survived by a daughter, Nina Marburger of Austin; sons: Charles Marburger and wife, Peggy of Round Top; Marvin Marburger and wife, Michelle and Edward E. Marburger and wife, Jennifer all of Fayetteville; grandchildren: Jason Marburger and wife, Shannon; Ashley Marburger, Cody Marburger and wife Bridget; Dillon Marburger; Carter Marburger; Breanna Leonhardt and husband, Zak; and Brock Marburger and wife, Elizabeth; great-grandchildren: Cru Marburger, Marlee Leonhardt and Aubrey Marburger; and his friend, Mae Scheu of Round Top. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife of 48 years, Rose Marie (Meinen) Marburger.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Koenig-Belvill Funeral Home & Cremations, 208 W. Pearl, La Grange. A private burial service will be held, with military honors.

Pallbearers are Jason Marburger, Cody Marburger, Dillon Marburger, Brock Marburger, Carter Marburger and Zak Leonhardt. Honorary Pallbearers are Breanna Leonhardt and Ashley Marburger.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Brazos Valley, 1048 N. Jefferson, La Grange, Texas 78945 or www.hospicebrazosvalley. org.

Family and friends can view and sign the guestbook online at www.lagrangefunerals.com.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Koenig-Belvill Funeral Home & Cremations in La Grange.