Michael Charles Koenig, affectionately known as Mr. Mike to his friends and loved ones, passed away peacefully in La Grange, Texas. Born on January 8, 1949, in St. James, Minnesota, he was a beacon of light and laughter to all who knew him. Michael’s journey through life was marked by his unwavering faith, his enduring kindness, and his uncanny sense of humor.

Irene Marie (Jasek) Michalsky, 90, of La Grange, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025. Irene was born in Fayette County on May 9, 1935, the daughter of Henry and Sophie (Kutzmann) Jasek.

Edward Paul Malota, 88, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 29, 2025. He was born in Fayetteville on Feb.

Jenelle Linda Oeltjendiers was born on April 8, 1939 in La Grange, Texas to parents Arnold and Linda (Kaase) Roesler. Jenelle passed through death into eternal life on June 24, 2025 in New Braunfels, Texas at the age of 86. She was baptized into the Lutheran church as an infant and she confirmed her Christian faith as a young adult. Jenelle met her future husband Henry Oeltjendiers while they were both attending La Grange public schools (La Grange High School class of 1954). Henry and Jenelle were married on September 8, 1963 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in La Grange.

Daniel “Pete” Trlicek, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and a cherished member of the Hallettsville community, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, at the age of 77, surrounded by his beautiful family.

David Elzie Elmore, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, in Katy, Texas, at the age of 71. Born on July 28, 1953, in Wolf Point, Montana, David was the cherished son of Cecil Elzie Elmore and Mildred Marie (Calhoun) Elmore. He was a beacon of light to all who knew him, and his warm spirit will be profoundly missed.

Richard (Dick) L. Frenzel: A Life Dedicated to the Seas: Dick Frenzel, 88, of La Grange, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on June 19, 2025.

Irene Louise Hluchanek, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, at Schulenburg Regency Nursing Center, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Ammannsville on Aug. 10, 1924, to Henry and Josephine Hollas. She married the love of her life, Johnny Hluchanek, on April 27, 1942. Irene’s life was characterized by her unwavering faith and love for family.

Teresa Lee Whaley, born on August 30, 1948, in Port Arthur, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, in Flatonia, Texas. She was a cherished sister, a devoted mother, and a beloved grandmother, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.