Joseph “Joe” Jacob Eisenhauer, age of 94, departed this life on January 14, 2026, in Spring Branch, Texas. Born on August 22, 1931, in San Antonio, Texas, Joe was the cherished son of Alois Paul Eisenhauer and Ella Reus Eisenhauer.
Joe lived a full and vibrant life, marked by dedication and hard work. He was the owner and operator of Eisenhauer TV Repair and Appliance, where he repaired televisions, air conditioning units, window units, and freezers for many years in Blanco and Spring Branch, ultimately retiring in 1981. His true passion, however, lay in farming and ranching, where he cared for his beloved cows, goats, and donkeys. Following the passing of his father at a young age, Joe diligently contributed to the family farm and lent a helping hand to neighbors in the area. His resourcefulness and ingenuity led him to proudly declare himself a “jack of all trades and a master of none,” often reflecting on his lost potential as an inventor.
An avid lover of music, Joe enjoyed dancing, bowling at Twin Sisters Hall, and spending quality time fishing and hunting both at home and in Colorado. He especially cherished the 4th of July, often camping and fishing along the river in Ottine, Texas with family and friends. An enduring spirit of camaraderie defined his outdoor adventures, particularly with close friends such as Sammy Detrick, Fred Rose (Zippie), and Clinton Beierle. Throughout his life, Joe found joy in dove and deer hunting, fostering relationships with fellow hunters visiting his ranch. In his later years, he took pleasure in watching old western movies and the programming on RFD TV, celebrating the beauty of winter as it allowed him to chop cedar and sell firewood.
Joe was preceded in death by his wife, Yvonne Ford Eisenhauer, his parents, and two brothers, Alvin and Edgar Eisenhauer. He leaves behind a loving family: his children, Curtis Eisenhauer and wife Rose, Kathleen Eisenhauer and husband Ed Pena, and Doris Eisenhauer Taylor; along with four grandchildren, Doyle, Natalie, Adam, and Racquel; six great-grandchildren, Lexis, Tyler, Colton, Brady, Sara, and Kyle; and one great-great-grandson, Ryder.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Crofts – Crow Funeral Home in Blanco, Texas. Visiting hours will take place from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, followed by the funeral service at 10:00 AM. Interment will be conducted at 1:00 PM at Sunset Memorial Park in San Antonio, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to a charity of choice, reflecting Joe's generous spirit.
He will be dearly missed by all who knew him, and his legacy will forever remain in the hearts of his family and friends.
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