Walter Pilgram Jr.

1921 - 2014

Walter Pilgram Jr. obituary, 1921-2014

BORN

1921

DIED

2014

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Rosewood Funeral Chapel - Victoria

3304 Mockingbird Ln

Victoria, Texas

Walter Pilgram Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 14, 2014.

Walter Pilgram, Jr., 92, of Long Mott, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2014. Walter was born July 25, 1921, to the late Walter and Elsie Fiek Pilgram. He was a graduate of the University of Texas with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. After college he worked briefly in New Jersey and then returned home to work at the family owned Long Mott Gin where he managed operation, maintenance and improvements until its closure in 1974. He then worked for Brown & Root Construction at the Union Carbide plant until his retirement. He served as commissioner and chairman for the West Side Calhoun County Navigation District for 40 years. He was a lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church.
Walter is survived by his wife, Ann Pilgram; daughter, Cindy Mueller and husband, Mark of Port Lavaca; son, Tommy Pilgram and wife, Teresa of Port Lavaca; grandchildren, Kristen Mueller, Zachary Pilgram and Brandt Pilgram; and great-granddaughter, Makenna Dunagan.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his dear sister, Evelyn Brady.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 pm on Thursday, May 15, 2014, at Rosewood Funeral Chapels.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am Friday, May 16, 2014, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Pastor Barney Matocha and Lay Minister Don Angerstein officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery
Pallbearers will be Zachary Pilgram, Brandt Pilgram, Kyle Brady, Curtis Connally, Jack Campbell and Harold Evans.
Honorary pallbearers will be William G. Wheeler, and longtime co-workers and friends, Dinnie Billings, Felix Barrientes and the late Fidencio Morales.
The family would like to offer heartfelt thanks for the care, compassion and love for our dad provided by all of his caregivers and especially to Lucy Garza, Joni Rush, Ella Moore and Virginia Morales.
Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 106 N. DeLeon, Victoria, Texas, 77901.

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June 2, 2014

Pat Krenek

Walter was a one of a kind person. My uncle, who lived next door to Walter for many years, introduced us, and I always enjoyed talking with him. He really was a special man and will be dearly missed. May God bless all of Walter's family and friends during their time of sorrow.

May 19, 2014

Debra Holder

With our deepest sympathy for your loss. What wonderful family pictures full of good memories.Love, Debra Holder (Barker)

May 16, 2014

To the Pilgram family,
Please accept my condolences on your loss. Thank you so much for remembering my father. He loved and respected Mr. Pilgram very much. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Ecedro Morales

May 15, 2014

To Ann and Family,
Bob and I send our heart felt condolences to you all. We have many dear memories of Walter.
Love Helen Lee and Bob

May 15, 2014

Debbie Klump

I remember this sweet man from when I worked at the Farm Service Agency. He always had a smile on his face. After I retired, I saw him in Foxes Pizza and he remembered me. We talked about things like we used to. He will be truly missed. Debbie Klump, Port Lavaca TX

May 15, 2014

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May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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