Howard Carl Brandenburg

Howard Carl Brandenburg, age 81, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2013, at his home. He was born to Paul and Milda (nee Wissemann) Brandenburg on December 19, 1931 in Mason County, TX. On February 10, 1952 he married Irene Fischer at the Edison Street Methodist Church in Fredericksburg, TX. He joined the Texas National Guard in 1950, where he worked as a mechanic for 38 years. After retirement, he and Irene worked on their ranch with their cattle, hunted at their property in Junction, TX, and enjoyed spending time with their family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Irene, son Barry Brandenburg and wife Bobbie of New Braunfels, son Gordon Brandenburg of Gonzales, TX, daughter Sheila Schuetz and husband Cliff of New Braunfels, sister Irene Kornegay of Seguin, TX, 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Alice Turner and brother William Brandenburg.

The family will receive visitors on Wednesday, May 1st from 6-8 p.m. at Zoeller Funeral Home. Services will be on Thursday, May 2nd at 1:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 572 W. San Antonio St, New Braunfels, TX followed by interment at Schumansville Cemetery. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to the First United Methodist Church of New Braunfels or the charity of one’s choice.