July 2, 1926 - October 11, 2016
Doris was born in Weir, Texas on July 2, 1926, to Fritz and Clara Muske Merkord.
Doris is survived by her son Alfred Kosik and his wife Doris of Round Rock, Texas. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren: Justin Kosik and wife Nicki of California; Amber Woods and husband Alex of Houston; Mackenzie Clarno and husband Kevin of Tennessee, and Jason Porter and wife Tiffany of Frisco, Texas.
Doris is also survived by 10 great grandchildren, Nicholas Kosik of California; Grant, Charlie, Drew and Lucy Clarno of Tennessee; Gracie Louise and Grady Woods of Houston, Texas; Austin, Jackson and Amanda Porter of Frisco, Texas. She is also survived by a sister, Hattie Lange of Temple, Texas and a brother-in-law, Leon Tieman of Taylor, Texas. Doris is also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews and family and many many friends.
Doris was preceded in death by her husband Hans Kosik after 51 years of marriage and her parents Fritz and Clara Merkord, Sister Frieda Gilbreath and Brother Arthur Merkord.
Doris was baptized on August 29, 1926 at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Walburg, TX by Pastor John W. Bergner. She was confirmed at St. Peter Church on April 6, 1941 by Pastor W.W. Laurback, who also married Hans and Doris on February 13, 1944 at St. Peter's.
Doris was a faithful member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Taylor, Texas since March, 1944. She served as a Sunday school teacher for a number of years and loved to volunteer in the church office. Quite often Doris also attended bible study and church services at St. John's Lutheran church in Thrall, Texas.
Doris was educated at Palacky School (near Granger, Texas) and also at Jonah school. She grew up on a farm and also lived on a farm after Hans and she were married. Hans and Doris moved to Thrall in 1967 where she continued to live after his death. Doris worked at the Thrall school lunch room for 12 years, the University of Texas in Austin for 4 years and the Intercraft factory for 8 years.
Doris was also a very active member of the Thrall Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary.
Pallbearers are: Richard Adams, Charles DeWitt, Robert Fuessel, Megan Gersback, Herman Kaase, Danny Merkord, Tommy Pausewang, and Jimmy Phillips.
Honorary pallbearers are: Jerry Fleming, Willie Herzer, Dennis Werchan and the members of the Thrall Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary. Viewing-will be Friday, October 14, 2016,from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Condra Funeral Home , Services will be Saturday, October 15, 2016, at 2:00 pm at Condra Funeral Home Chapel with burial services at the Taylor City cemetery
Arrangements under the direction of Condra Funeral Home, Taylor, TX.
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October 19, 2016
Diane Naivar
Mrs. Kosik is one of my very favorites. She was the smiling face in the Thrall lunch room for many years. My prayers are with all of you.
October 16, 2016
Patricia Bumgardner
I am the granddaughter of Doris's cousin Elsie Barr. I have not seen Doris in many years but I remember her when I was very young at the family reunions in Taylor,TX.
Very sorry for your lose. Prayers to you all.
Patricia Bumgardner
October 15, 2016
Leland & Gladiola Kruse
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
October 15, 2016
Richard & Garla Jansky
Our sympathy is with you and your family. We will miss you greatly.
October 14, 2016
Teresa Stauffer-Faltesek
My deepest sympathy to the Kosik family. Doris was always so sweet. My parents (Werner and OraNell Stauffer) really enjoyed visiting with her and Hans. One of my mother's fondest memories was when they all went to Galveston together. Prayers for all of you.
October 14, 2016
Peggy Ging
Prayers for all of you. Doris was such a sweet lady and faithful member of our Bible Study.
October 14, 2016
My deepest sympathy to Kosik family.
October 13, 2016
Katherine Stolle
Our sympathy and prayers for with you and your family. We feel so blessed to have known Doris. She was always happy and loving. Her "90th" birthday was a wonderful celebration. So glad we were able to attend. Great memories!
Katherine and Jack Stolle
October 13, 2016
Laura and Gordon Druesdow
Sending prayers and our sincere condolences to the Kosik family. May the Lord be by your side during this difficult time. Doris was a sweet and gentle soul and she will be missed by all.
October 13, 2016
Condra Funeral Home
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time
October 12, 2016
Robyn Adams Bell
I love you Aunt Doris!!! Your memory will always be in my heart. What great memories they are! Thank you for always being a loving member of our family.
October 12, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I have so many memories of Doris. She had a blessed life and a wonderful family.
Laura Gilbreath
October 12, 2016
Pat Heinzke Dlouhy Dusek
Sending prayer to all the family and Doris's friends, and all my cousins that are related to you, Beverly Heinzke Lambdin, Joy Heinzke , Connie Heinzke Troyer
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