Edward Peter Flick

Eddie was a New York boy, born January 31, 1939, the second son of Joseph Flick and his wife Madeline. Along with his three brothers, Joseph, Donald and Douglas, the Bronx was his playground. His favorite childhood memory was fishing with his Father and eating fresh oysters from the carts on the shore. He loved egg cream sodas, the Coney Island roller coaster and fried clams, country western music, chocolate-covered cherries, Irish folk ballads, Elvis, Fifties music and German Beer.

At 18, Eddie joined the Army as a Light Weapons Infantryman and became a Paratrooper. His six years of service was a highlight of his life, and he proudly wore his 82nd. Airborne hat for the rest of his days. His heart burst with pride as his two sons, David Peter and Richard Edward, and grandson, Daniel Patrick also proudly served our country.

In 1962, Eddie met the love of his life, the beautiful German immigrant Ilse Betty, while he served in Ft. Riley, Kansas. They were married 48 years and he lovingly cared for her for ten years after her debilitating stroke. He showed his children and grandchildren what “in sickness and in health” really meant, and never once complained.

As demonstrated by his words and actions, Eddie’s family was the most precious thing to him. Although bone-tired, he sometimes worked three jobs to make sure there was good food on the table, Catholic school for the kids, and fun summer road trips across the country.

Eddie dreamed of a better life for his children and bravely moved his little family from New York to Texas in 1977. He became a licensed Master plumber and loyally served John Moore Services for 25 years, respected by all. He loved John and was always grateful to him for giving a shot to a talented, street-smart, industrious New Yorker. Houston became home and Eddie’s knack for planting yielded every fruit tree imaginable in his backyard.

Three words to describe this man: Selfless, accepting, and giving. He judged no one and was willing to give you the shirt off his back, no questions asked or expectations in return. While not perfect, rich, or famous, his qualities made him incredibly special to so many.

Eddie was truly one of kind. Borrowing the words of Frank Sinatra:

“I’ve lived a life that’s full

I traveled each and every highway

And more, much more than this

I did it my way.”

Edward is preceded in death by the loving family he built, his devoted wife Ilse, and cherished sons David and Richard. Also preceding him are his mother, Madeline, father Joseph, stepfather Frank Jasenec, brother Douglas and nephew Dennis.

He is survived by daughter, Lisa (his “Lisa Belle”) and husband Lloyd, his brother, Joe and wife Edna, and his brother, Donald. He was the best Grandpa in the world to Edward Henry (Anna), Paige Elizabeth (Josh), Daniel Patrick (Eirini), and Diana Margaret. His nickname as Great-Grandfather to Grey Elisabeth was O.G. for the “Original Grandpa.” His niece, Madeline, and nephew, Joseph, held a special place in his heart. Eddie was also a caring stepfather to Deborah Meurer and Gregory Hansen (Stephanie) and their families. Lastly, he will be sorely missed by dear family friends, Terry and Tom DiDato and Michael Dudley and many extended family members.

Funeral and committal services will be held at Houston National Veterans Cemetery at a later date in August 2022.