Ronald Wayne Schwenke

In Loving Memory, we bid farewell to a remarkable soul, Ronald Wayne Schwenke, who went home to be with our Lord on December 31, 2023 at the age of 68. He was born at Heights Hospital Houston, Texas on January 20, 1955, seven minutes after his twin brother Donald. He resided in Houston most of his life in his childhood home. In his final years he resided in assisted living in Porter, Texas.

Ronnie graduated from Sam Houston High School in 1973. He completed a Machinist Apprenticeship at Cameron Iron Works, where he worked for many years. He also worked at Baker Hughes Oil Tools.  

He is survived by his brother Donald Schwenke and wife Cheryl of Willis, sister Barbara Schwenke Lott of Houston. Nieces and nephews are Donald Schwenke Jr and wife Amanda, Megan Schwenke Cress and husband Ricky, Michael Schwenke and wife Makaela, Matthew Schwenke, Steve Lott and wife Cyndi, Joey Lott and wife Abby, Kasey Lott Carnes and husband Rick, and many great nieces, nephews and cousins who loved him. He is also survived by his Aunt Pearl Wittich Schwenke. He is preceded in death by his parents Herman and Iola Schwenke and will be laid to eternal rest by their side. He is also preceded in death by brother-in-law Ronny Lott.

In his earlier years he enjoyed riding 3-wheelers and trips to Padre Island with his friends. Being surrounded by neighbors and friends was a highlight of his life. He enjoyed scouring local pawn shops for treasures. With his skills as a machinist, he dabbled in jewelry making. He had a passion for reading novels, watching action movies, computers/ technology and playing Sudoku. If you needed anything, he was there to help. He helped his brother on many projects at “the country” where he also enjoyed many family weekends. He was known as a kind, sweet soul, and always young at heart. He was also a confirmed Christian of Lutheran faith at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Houston. He enjoyed Bible study online and met new friends.

Ronnie will be deeply missed and forever in our hearts.

Pallbearers: Donnie Schwenke Jr, Michael Schwenke, Matthew Schwenke, Ricky Cress, Hunter Schwenke, Steve Lott, Joey Lott, David Mueller.

In lieu of sending flowers, a donation can be made in Honor of Ronald to the American Cancer Society

A visitation for Ronald will be held Wednesday, January 17, 2024 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM at Earthman Resthaven, 13102 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77060. A funeral service will occur Wednesday, January 17, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM, 13102 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77060. A graveside service will occur Wednesday, January 17, 2024 from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM at Earthman Resthaven Funeral Home and Cemetery, 13102 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77060.