In Memoriam

In Memory of Lamerle Zajicek

Doris Lamerle Zajicek, of Allen, Texas, and formerly of Milam County died Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at her residence. Funeral service was at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 1 at Marek-Burns-Laywell-Funeral Home in Cameron. Burial followed at Corinth Cemetery. Visitation was Fri- Lamerle Zajicek day September 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Doris Lamerle Walker Zajicek was born to Carl and Arah Ayers Walker on November 3, 1930, in Bartlett. She attended school in Bartlett until the family moved to Temple. She graduated from Temple High School and attended Temple Junior College (TJC).

Lamerle met A.W. Zajicek, Jr. in 1948, when she was a senior at Temple High and he was a freshman at TJC. Although A.W. would later say that Lamerle was “out of his league,” he asked her on a date – and to his surprise – she said, “yes.” The rest, as they say, is history.

The art student and the soon-to-be accountant were married August 27, 1950. They spent most of their lives in Buckholts, where Lamerle was a homemaker and active citizen within the community. A woman of strong Christian faith, she attended Hope Lutheran Church in Buckholts, avidly supported and participated in Lions’ Club, worked closely with the Buckholts Betterment Association, and did whatever she could to selflessly serve the community and people she loved. An accomplished and passionate artist, Lamerle taught oil painting for more than 40 years, achieving a legacy of truly leaving the world a more beautiful place.

Lamerle was a member of SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts and painted the Czech designs around the hall.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Arah Ayers Walker of Temple; brother Pellon Reed Walker of proud fact that he still had his government-issued green wool socks, his uniform, and his ability to sound off by singing marching cadence with the words, “you had a good home but you left . . .” Following his honorable discharge, Robert returned to Pilot Point and began work as a car salesman for Bill and George Hilz at Hilz Ford on August 14, 1962.

In 1972, he purchased half the business from George and completed purchasing the other half from Bill in 1980. The business was renamed David Ford Sales and operated as such on the West side of the Square in downtown Pilot Point. In 1999, Ford Motor Company purchased the dealership from the family. Robert truly loved people and being a Ford car salesman. After leaving the auto dealership, Robert stayed active as a member of the board of directors of Point Bank; helping his son, Russell, in the auto parts business and traveling for pleasure to stay connected with family in South Dakota as well as journeys to numerous parts of the United States and countries abroad.

Robert was united in marriage with Alice Evelyn Voth at St. Peter’s Catholic Church on September 19, 1964, at Lindsay. The couple made their home in Pilot Point where they lived their entire married life and lovingly raised their five children. They recently celebrated 58 years of marriage.

Robert was always “community strong.” He was proud of Pilot Point, and he was pretty sure if you couldn’t find something you needed to buy in Pilot Point, you probably didn’t need it. While in business, he sponsored innumerable community sports teams and was always very active in the Denton County Blue Ribbon Club. Robert was humbled and honored when he was chosen to receive the honor of Pilot Point Citizen of the Year in 1999. He was a life member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church where he taught Sunday school and served on various church committees; the 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus Council 2045, the 4th Degree Monsignore Paul K. Charcut Council, the Pilot Point Kiwanis since 1962, and American Legion Post 0550. Robert was proud of his Czech heritage and in earlier years, together with some friends, were some of the first groupies to follow a Czech Band to South Texas where, although its still unclear, they may have stepped a toe into Mexico a time or two.

Above all, Robert was passionately devoted to God and to his family. In later years, Robert held a special devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary through the Holy Rosary as well as daily reading of the scriptures. He loved messing around with his grandchildren. He will always hold a special place in their hearts of their times together, especially on their many adventures to the farm at Gordonville.

Grateful for having shared his life are wife Alice of Pilot Point; children Pam (Phil) Schmitz of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Tammy (Greg) Howard, Russell David, Donna Akins Sims (Nick Gochis), and Sandra (Dennis) Jones, all of Pilot Point; grandchildren Zachary Schmitz, Riley Howard, Shelbi Howard (Jared Whipple), Chase, Cameron, and Caden David, Dalton Akins, and Cooper Jones; great-grandchildren Westen Whipple and Aiden David; siblings Evelyn Owens of Keller, Georgia Burleson of Pilot Point, Harry Wayne (Carolyn) David of Pilot Point, and Rickey (Deri) David of Valley View; many nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by brothers John and James’ sister Della Mae Crow; brothersin-law Ron Burleson, Tom Owens, Dave “Sonny” Crow, and Frank Sandmann; and sons-in-law John Akins and Robby Sims.

The family requests that you make a monetary donation to the church or 7 Sisters Care. You can give a monetary donation to 7 Sisters Care by sending a check to 1800 Teague, Suite 109, Sherman, Texas 75090, or email Rhona Cowen for other ways to donate Rhonda@7sisters.care. You can also give a monetary donation of your choice to one of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church’s charities at https://secure.myvanco.com/L-Z3G2/home.

Online condolences can be made at www.slaymemorialfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements were under the direction of Terri Slay and Slay Memorial Funeral Center. —SPJST—

Longmont, Colorado; husband Albert William Zajicek Jr.; and oldest son David Zajicek of Waco.

Lamerle is survived by daughter Janisue and husband Craig Connolly of Temple; son Scott Zajicek and wife Lisa of Lubbock; daughter Jennifer and husband Sam Mascorro of Lucas; 13 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. —SPJST—

In Memory of Robert Frank David Jr.

Robert Frank David Jr., son of Robert John David and Adella (Skruhak) David, was born Tuesday, June 2, 1936, on the family farm in Grayson County, Texas, near Tioga. He died on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at his home in Pilot Point with his Robert David Jr. family around him.

Mass of Christian burial was at 11 a.m. Monday, October 3 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. A rosary was said at 4 p.m. on Sunday, October 2 at the church in Pilot Point with visitation following until 6 p.m.

Robert, or Junior as he was known to many, grew up on the family farm near Tioga and graduated from Pilot Point High School in 1956. As a young man, Robert was very enterprising and he soon owned and operated two trucks that he used to work road construction while also running 50 head of momma cows. It was also during this time that together with his friend, Johnny Hard, Robert did a six-month stint in Midland where he fondly remembered his time working for Pinkie’s Liquor Store. It was here that he “cut his teeth” on retail sales.

In 1960, Robert was drafted into the United States Army and served two years during the Vietnam War. During his service, he was stationed in the Panama Canal Zone at Fort Kobbe. Robert had many fond memories of his time in the military as was evidenced by the

In Memory of Adolfie Simaichl

Adolfie Simaichl - Mamoo, age 101, of Seymour, Texas, passed away Friday, July 29, 2022, in Seymour.

Visitation was from 6 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 31 at Archer Funeral Home. Funeral service was Monday, August 1 at 10 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Seymour. Burial was in SPJST Cemetery under the direction of Archer Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Greg Blankenship, John Karl Smajstrla, Chris Orsak, James Miller, Ernie Storek, and Reno Livingston.

Adolfie was born February 20, 1921, in Baylor County to Frank and Agnes Petrek. She married her one and only love, Frank Simaichl, Sr. on December 18, 1940. Frank and Adolfie were married for 64 years and spent their entire lives living, working, and farming in Baylor County.

Adolfie was a member of SPJST Lodge 73, Seymour. She was also a member of First United Methodist Church, Seymour VFW Auxiliary, and Plainview Home Demonstration Club.

Fond memories from her grandkids are blessed ones. Mamoo tending her bountiful garden and always beautiful flowerbeds . . . the smell of homemade kolaches and rolls from her always welcoming kitchen . . . always checking on us as we stomped cotton (and played) in the cotton trailers . . . afternoon snacks always at 3 p.m., splitting an RC Cola and fresh fruit or moon pies with her and Pops . . . visits down into their large, musty, cool cellar that always welcomed a break from the afternoon heat and was always lined with shelves of homegrown canned goodness from her garden . . . listening to polka music in their car as we drove to SPJST meetings and youth contests and always taking the time to polka dance with us . . . afternoon walks down the dirt roads around their farm . . . watching her sew new workshirts for Pops with the coolest pearl snap buttons and spending evenings in the living room watching Wheel of Fortune and HeeHaw, while they taught us how to crack and shell homegrown pecans. So many amazing and precious memories that are too numerous to count. Adolfie was a hard-work-

ing, dedicated, and exceptionally loving and generous Mamoo who spent her life running the farm, volunteering at church and the community, and providing for her loved ones. Adolfie was preceded in death by her father, Frank, and mother, Agnes; beloved husband Frank Sr.; brothers Adolf Petrek and Henry Petrek; sister Mary (Petrek) Trinka; grandson Billy Frank Simaichl; and son-in-law Edward Earl Blankenship - Mr. B. Adolfie is survived by son Frank Simaichl Jr. (his wife Glenda); daughter Peggy (Simaichl) Blankenship; grandAdolfie Simaichl son James Gregory Blankenship (his wife Amanda) and their sons Gavin James, Gage Jennings, and Jett Gabel; and granddaughter Dr. Shannon Camille (her husband Dr. Charlie Buchanan) and their daughters Camilla Ruth and Laura Corinne; granddaughter-in-law Twylla Clark and her daughters Hope Butler, and Meredith and Hannah Simaichl; and great-great-grandchildren Rylie Butler and Avery and Garrett Chambers. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 1025 West California, Seymour, Texas 76380; or Seymour Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 562, Seymour, Texas 76380. Submitted by, Alice Orsak Secretary/Reporter/FAC —SPJST—

In Memory of Joycelyn Meyer

Joycelyn “Joy” Meyer, age 95, of Morgan’s Point Resort, Texas, passed peacefully into Heaven’s Glory on Saturday, October 15, 2022. She was surrounded by her family: daughter Deborah, grandson Gary and his wife Tracy, her “chosen” daughter Connie Brazell, niece Jan Armstrong, who was also like a daughter, along with Jack, a family rescue dog who was faithful until her last breath.

Visitation was Tuesday, October 18 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Scanio Harper Funeral Home in Temple. Funeral service was Wednesday, October 19 at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial follow at Belfalls Cemetery in Belfalls.

Joy was born May 14, 1927, in Falls County to Adolph and Olga Marth. She married the love of her life, Johnny Meyer, Sr., on September 12, 1942, in Falls County. They had one son, Johnny Jr. of Temple, who passed in 2013, and one daughter, Deborah Meyer-Harlan of Morgan’s Point Resort. Joy and Johnny were blessed to celebrate their 50th golden anniversary before his passing in November 2000. She grew up in Falls County around Durango and Belfalls. Joy and Johnny were caretakers of Ocker Brethren Church in Zabcikville in the 1950s then moved to Temple in 1956. Joy was a homemaker until she earned her beautician license in 1966. A few years later, she became the owner/operator of Joy’s Beauty Shop in Temple. For 34 years, she cut and styled hair, but even more than that, she served “joy” to her customers and made lots of friends. She loved the Lord and was always an example of His unconditional love and graciousness. Our family has truly lost a matriarch who touched the lives of everyone she met. She was a woman who was truly loved and respected for her kindness, smile, humor, and hospitality. Joy was a member of River Church in Belton but continued to attend Fellowship Baptist Church senior luncheons to visit with friends she loved. She was a long-time member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. She loved to travel and her middle name could have been “go.” She is survived by daughter Deborah; grandson Gary Meyer and wife Tracy; great granddaughter Katie Bohac and husband Tyler of Granger; great-grandsons Taylor Meyer and wife Alicia of Belton and Evan Meyer and wife Britanie of Moody; great-great-grandson Bryant; great-great-granddaughter Hallie; many nieces, nephews, and cousins; four-legged grandson Jack; and calico cat Kzat. In remembrance of her life, the family asks any donations in her memory be made to Sid Roth’s Messianic Vision at PO Box 39222, Charlotte, North Carolina 28278-1053; Fuzzy Friends Rescue,Joy Meyer 6321 Airport Road, Waco, Texas 76708; or a favorite charitable organization. In honor of a long, fruitful life of a mom, grandmother, aunt, and friend to many—You will always be loved and not forgotten! John 3:16—For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life. —SPJST—

In Memory of Lillian Curry

Lillian Kopecky Curry, born in Dallas, Texas, on July 12, 1926, passed quietly away in Houston on October 8, 2022, at the age of 96 years. May she rest in peace.

The daughter of Czech immigrants, Lil was the first in her family to graduate from college with a bachelor’s degree from Southern Method- Lillian Curry ist University, where she became a member of the Pierian Literary Society and a lifelong member of Alpha Phi. She married Jack Phillip Curry of Dallas in 1949.

She is survived by devoted children Edie Ramey (Fred) of Denver, Jacqueline Berry (Chris) of Los Angeles, and Charles Phillip Curry (Jennifer) of Houston; sister Mary Kopecky Steely (Jerry) of Corsicana; and grandchildren Parker Ramey (Muliha), Anna Ramey Borden (Colin), Phillip Curry (Aimee), Tricia Curry, and Jack Curry (Sydney, fiancée); and four great-grandchildren.

Lil was preceded in death by her parents, Anna Kovar and Frank Kopecky; husband Jack; and older sister Bessie Kopecky Tardy.

With her teaching degree from Houston Baptist University, Lil taught in Christian preschools in the Houston metropolitan area for many decades. She was a beloved teacher whose nowgrown students frequently approached her with their love and gratitude. Lillian was a strong Christian and faithful churchgoer. She was a longtime member of Richmond Plaza Baptist Church in Bellaire and Tallowood Baptist Church in Houston. She is a past member of SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas.

A celebration of life service was Thursday, October 13 at 10 a.m. at Tallowood Baptist Church in Houston. For those who wish to, the family suggests a memorial donation in her honor to Memorial Assistance Ministries or to UNICEF, where she volunteered for many years. —SPJST—