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1928
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2010
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Daniel Houdek Obituary
Daniel was born August 17, 1928 in Caldwell, Texas to Albert and Mary Riesner Houdek. He was one of nine children. He served in the U.S. Army in the Korean War from 1950 - 1952 . On June 3, 1953, he married the love of his life, Mildred Sefcik.
In 1953, Dan joined the Bryan Fire Department, and attained the rank of Lieutenant. He retired in 1992 after 39 years of faithful service to the City of Bryan. Dan also worked part-time for many years at the Producers Coop in Bryan. He was a member of the Earl Graham American Legion Post 159, and a 3rd Degree member of the Knights of Columbus Msgr. Gleissner Council 1834.
Dan was a longtime member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bryan where he served as a Eucharistic Minister, and faithfully participated weekly in Perpetual Adoration. He was also a member of the Age Managers Group at the church. His hobbies included traveling, gardening, dancing, and being surrounded by his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister Annie Meschewitz; and one brother, Ludwig Houdek.
Dan is survived by his loving wife Mildred; daughter, Jan and husband Jimmy Jones of Bryan; two sons, Steven and wife Michelle of Bryan, and Blaine and wife Debbie of Montgomery, Texas; and grandchildren, James, Tyler, Erik, Caitlyn, and Braden;
three brothers, Ben Houdek, Stanley Houdek, and Andrew Houdek; three sisters, Emilie Sefcik, Hattie Houdek, and Helen Houdek; and numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws.
In lieu of flowers to honor his passing, consider making a donation in his name to St. Joseph's Church or Traditions Hospice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Houdek
Debbie Henderson
June 3, 2010
Dear Steve,
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your father.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerly,
David and Debbie
Debbie Henderson
June 3, 2010
Dear Steve,
We are sorry to hear about the loss of
your father.Our thoughts and prayers
are with you and your family.
Sincerly,
David and Debbie
Melody Stephenson
June 2, 2010
Mildred, Jan, Steve, and Blaine and family...what a wonderful tribute to Dan the services were this morning! He was a wonderful man and I am thankful to have had the opportunity to know him all these years since Michelle and Steve got together. I kept hearing today, "Thank you so much for coming", but as far as I am concerned you all are my family too so there was no question about celebrating his life with you.
The American Legion, Knights of Columbus, and Bryan Fire Department members that paid tribute and gave him honors touched my heart and soul. God bless you and keep you as you go forward in this life without Dan, but I know that you will keep him with you always in your hearts thru all the great memories you have. He is at peace in God's healing arms now... Love you all...
Michele Lenoir
June 2, 2010
So sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Prayers for your family in this time of sorrow. You know he will always be your guardian angel watching over you. Sincerely, Michele & Brittany Mendenhall-Albers
Carol Yeager
June 2, 2010
I am sadden to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the Houdek family.
Sincerely,
Carol
Steven Simmons
June 1, 2010
Dear Houdek Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss.
The Simmons' Family
Steven Simmons
June 1, 2010
Dear Houdek Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss.
The Simmons' Family
Mary Wynn
May 31, 2010
Dear Steven and family, We are sorry for the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Carol Wynn and Anthony Bonner
May 31, 2010
Aunt Mildred, Jan, Steven, Blaine and family!
Our hearts are saddened at the loss of Uncle Dan but know he is in a much better place and not suffering from the terrible and dreaded disease that he sustained at the time of his passing.
God his so Good and gave us a GREAT Man to always love and cherish and to recall wonderful memories made with him through the years.
He will be forever in our hearts and our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time in your life.
We Love you more,
The Stan Houdek Family
May 31, 2010
Dear Mildred and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of dear Daniel. He was a wonderful person and I’m certain that his passing will leave a void not only in your lives but in the lives of his friends and acquaintances. God’s plan for Daniel in this life has been fulfilled, now He has taken Daniel to be with Him. John 14:2 tells us “ . . . In My Father’s house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself, that where I am, there you may be also”. But we will miss him.
The Vavra Family (Fred, Jim, Helen, Tela, and Frances)
Amey Jones
May 30, 2010
Dearest Aunt Mildred, Steven,Jan,Blaine, and children~
I am SO sorry to hear of Uncle Dan's passing. My heart truly aches for your loss, especially for you Aunt Mildred. I know he was and is your everything. My wonderful memories of him whisking me across the dance floor and the twinkle in his eyes bring a big smile across my face. God promises us that there will be no sadness, but only joy when we are in His glorious presence. One day all of us will be reunited with Uncle Dan, and our other loved ones that went before us, and it will be the best family get together ever!
I love each and everyone of you...
Sincerely,
Amey,Marty,Hana, and Keimi
May 30, 2010
Dear Steve
Iam sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Always remember the memories you had with your dad, and this will get you through the difficult times ahead.
Sincerely,
Your Friend
Pamela Bond
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