Erwin Christopher Pohlmeyer Sr.

1921 - 2012

Erwin Christopher Pohlmeyer Sr. obituary, 1921-2012

BORN

1921

DIED

2012

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13102 North Fwy

Houston, Texas

Erwin Pohlmeyer Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 14, 2012.

Erwin Christopher Pohlmeyer, age 91, passed away November 13, 2012 in Kingwood, Texas. He was born on September 30, 1921, in Brenham, Texas. Then the family moved to Ganado, Texas and he graduated from Ganado High School in 1940. He served as an airplane mechanic in the US Navy from 1942 to 1945. After the war he was a supervisor for American Can Company in Houston, Texas until his retirement in 1982. He married Ottilia "Tillie" Gold of Weimar, Texas in 1945. They were married for 45 years until her death in 1990. He then met and married Earline Allen in 1991 until her death in 2000. He is survived by his children, Larry and Sandy Pohlmeyer of Schulenburg, Texas; Colleen and Ralph Harp of Kingwood, Texas; Kathy and Larry Zievert of Houston, Texas; Danette and Chris LeBlanc of Spring, Texas; David and Becky Pohlmeyer of Spring, Texas; and Chris and Cindy Pohlmeyer of Jersey Village, Texas; 11 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren; 4 sisters-in-law; numerous nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. He is also survived by Edna Whitus of Oak Ridge, Texas who was a loyal and faithful friend in the last years of his life. Visitation will be held 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m, Thursday, November 15, 2012 at Earthman Resthaven Funeral Home, with a Vigil Service to be held at 7:00 p.m. The Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 16, 2012 in the Chapel of Earthman Resthaven. Interment will follow at Earthman Resthaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

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November 28, 2012

Felicia Knapik Thomas

Dear Pohlmeyer families,
My deepest sympathy regarding the passing of your father. He was always kind to us, the Knapiks, as was your mother. Your father and mother were both missed by my parents and us when they were no longer in the neighborhood. My parents always appreciated your father's visits to them after he moved. He will continue to watch over you all, as he did in life. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time of loss and grief.

November 19, 2012

I am so sorry to hear about your DAD's
death---your Mom & Dad were always loved
by Our family and I keep wonderful memories of them both

Love, Evelyn Knapik Krolczyk
Chappell Hill Texas

November 16, 2012

Erwin ment so much to our family; a good neighboir and friend to our all of the children. He tought us important things about life and how to be a friend. The whole family feels your loss & we will pray for all of his children so they can accept this loss as part of what we all will suffer throuygh.

Tom Knapik

November 16, 2012

Charles Knapik

Sorry to hear of Erwins passing. He was kind to the Knapik Family, I enjoyed the fishing trips,

Charles Knapik

Posted by Charles Knapik

November 16, 2012

Wanda Grable

Colleen and Ralph, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. I know you will miss your Dad greatly but try to remember all of the wonderful memories an know that he is in a happy place. Love, Wanda & Frank

November 16, 2012

I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSE OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY. JOAN MATA JUANITA OPIE

November 16, 2012

Hanni Briggs

Dear Larry, Kathy,Colleen,Danette, David , Chris and families:
I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Erwins passing, we know he is up in heaven looking down at his wonderful family.
Aunt Tillie and Uncle Erwin took us in in 1968, as Hank looked for a job in Houston,
and helped us find an apartment one street over from them.
We could smell Aunt Tillies kolaches all the way over to Thornton Street :)
Their hospitality and love was never forgotten.

God bless all of you,
Hanni, Heidi, Danielle and family

November 16, 2012

Sharon Jennings

David, May you and your family find the comfort and peace that only God can give in times of sorry. May you be comforted often with sweet memories of your dad. Blessings....Sharon Jennings

November 16, 2012

Michael Maerz

A kind and loving man, Uncle Erwin will be missed.

November 15, 2012

Rachel Knapik

Dearest Pohlmeyers,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father, Erwin. He and Tillie were such wonderful neighbors and loving friends to my parents. I affectionately remember their smiles and warmth when ever we visited your home.
All of you are in my heart and thoughts.
Rachel

November 15, 2012

Vernell pohlmeyer-gaddy

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY

November 15, 2012

Nancy & Daniel Winkler

Larry and Sandy,
and the Pohlmeyer Families,

Deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one at this difficult time. May you be comforted by reflecting on the valuable lessons learned from your father and the treasured memories of family gatherings. We will keep you in our prayers.

November 15, 2012

A time to celebrate his long and full life has come. I'm sure he will be missed by many. May he always live on in all of your hearts, bringing a smile to your face when his name is mentioned. God Bless , Peggy Murphy (The Woodlands, TX)

November 15, 2012

Sally Syzdek Lewis

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Pohlmeyer family during this difficult time.

November 15, 2012

Marion Zievert

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

November 15, 2012

We send our love to all of you as you watch your dad, grandpa, and family member dance away to heaven. He was a gentle man who did all he could to care for his family and loved all of you. His life was full of all things good that this life can offer. He took advantage of it all by living life to its fullest. Hope he has a great time up there with all of our family members. The polkas and waltzes are blaring as the angels welcome him to the arms of God. He was an awesome and graceful dancer. Save a dance for me, Mr. P., as we will see you again one day. You touched our lives and it was a pleasure to know you. Love, Judy & Frankie Dohnalik, Amy Dohnalik, Tyler Burt, and John, Dylan, and Kyle Granados (Cameron, TX)

November 15, 2012

Suzie Zievert

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

November 15, 2012

Roy Fisher

Will be keeping you in my prayers, Uncle Erwin...and I ask you to keep me in yours. Lots of good memories hunting at Weimar, a few fishing trips, and spending time with your family when I started work in Houston in 1966. You raised a fine family and was always a good example of how to live one's life for me. Hope to see you up there with the Lord one day. May God Bless You and Keep You.

November 15, 2012

Kevin Laird

From our family to yours. Our deepest sympathy. I have fond memories of your Dad and my heart goes out to you and your famil.
Kevin and Sue Laird. Kingwood TX

November 15, 2012

Dao Nguyen

Dear Kathy, I am so sorry for your lost. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult loss.

November 15, 2012

Gina Davila

"Most Merciful Father, we commend Erwin into your hands. We are filled with the sure hope that he will rise again on the Last Day with all who have died in Christ. We thank you for all the good things you have given him during his earthly life. O Father, in Your great mercy, accept our prayers that the gates of paradise may be opened for your servant. In our turn, may we too be comforted by the words of faith until we greet Christ in glory and are united with you and our departed. Through Christ our Lord…"

November 15, 2012

The Grisham's

Peace be with your family. May this be a celebration of his life and a time of great reflection for all.

November 15, 2012

Carmen Quintero Shepperd

My thoughts and prayers to the entire Pohlmeyer family.

November 14, 2012

Dear Colleen and Ralph, LH and I are so sorry to hear about your dad passing away. I know this is a sad time and our prayers will be with you. God bless the entire family.
Tahia and L.H.

November 14, 2012

Regina Van Dine

My condolences to the Pohlmeyer family and friends. May peace be with you in this time of grieving. Mr. Pohlmeyer was a delightful man and I am very blessed to have met him. He will be truly missed.

November 14, 2012

rose and richard buckner

Mr. Pohlmeyer, Granpa P was an awesome man to know. God Blessed him with a wonderful family and friends. "Mr. P" will be missed dearly.

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