Eugene Koenig Obituary

EUGEN KOENIG, 71, died October 8, 2008 at Methodist University Hospital. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Angela Koenig of Germantown, TN; two daughters, Andrea Pfaffenburner and husband, Erwin, of Wald/A1z, Germany and Susanne Douglas and husband, Kevin, of Collierville, TN; five grandchildren, Bianca, Dennis and Kevin Pfaffenburner, Brenin and Riley Douglas. Also, he is survived by his brother, Gunther Koenig and family of Aalen Wuertenberg, Germany and two sisters, Irmgard Chase and family of Colorado Springs, CO and Renate Moses and family of Eagle, Colorado. Eugen was born in Aalen Wuertenberg, Germany. He was a technical engineer with Esterer WD of Germany for 15 years before moving to the United States in 1979. He had been the owner of Koenig Sawmill Machinery since 1985. He was dedicated to the sawmill industry and devoted to all his associates. Eugen was a warm and generous man, who was respected and admired by all who knew him. A gathering of family andfriends will be held at Memphis Funeral Home, 5599 Poplar Avenue, from 5-7 p.m., Sunday, October 12, 2008. A Memorial Mass will be held Monday, October 13 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 8151 Poplar Avenue, Germantown, Tennessee followed by inurnment at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Columbarium. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar 901-725-0100 www.memphisfuneralhome.net

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Published by The Commercial Appeal on Oct. 10, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Eugene Koenig

9 Entries

Ben Riestra

October 13, 2008

My sincerest condolences to you and your family for the loss of your father in law. I don’t know what else to say except that our prayers are with all of you. I do want to personally thank your family for choosing St. Jude Children’s as the organization to receive donations in lieu of flowers. As a father of a child who has leukemia I can say from experience that every dollar counts.

The Riestra Family

Hunter McShan

October 13, 2008

How ironic that a man I consider one of the greatest Americans I've known is actually a German! I don't think there is anything Eugene has ever said to me that I don't remember because I place such a high value on his opinions and advice. Eugene's wisdom, humor, generosity and friendship have had a greater impact on me and my family than I can ever describe. I will miss him dearly but always treasure my time with him. My best wishes to all the Koenig family.

Eric, Molly, Luke & Charlie Stevens

October 11, 2008

We feel blessed to have known Opa (Eugene). You are our friends and we share your sadness and grief. Please know you are in our thoughts today, and in the days ahead.

Sandy Weaving

October 10, 2008

Dear Susi, Kevin, and girls,
We are very sorry about the loss of your Dad. I hope you will find comfort in knowing that your family, far and near, are thinking and praying for you. When you have a special Dad, as you did, you will have wonderful memories in your heart forever. As parents, you will pass those cherished memories of him on to your girls. What a great way to honor him. With our love and sympathy. Uncle Bill and Aunt Sandy

Pam Douglas

October 10, 2008

Susi and family--We are so very sorry--Just know that we are thinking about you and your family and know that we love you from the bottom of our hearts--Love Pam and Mamaw

Patricia Geelan

October 10, 2008

Angela,

We are so sorry for your family's loss. We all have such fond memories of Eugen, "Mr. Bluejeans" as our neighbor and our friend. He was such a good kind man and hard worker. He truly loved his family and life! Please know that all of us have you, Susi and Andrea and your family in our hearts and prayers. God Bless you all!
Love, Pat Powell Geelan, Jay,Beth and Ginny Powell

Tina Thomas

October 10, 2008

Susi, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.

Kevin Raven

October 10, 2008

I work for Hancock Lumber Co. in Maine and have been associated with Eugene because of our company machinery and technical needs. Not only was Eugene's industry experience and technical knowledge top notch, he was a great communicator and relater. Eugene was friendly, sincere and accomodating and I feel a friend. Hancock Lumber Co. will miss Eugene. I will miss Eugene. My condolences to family and friends.

Russell Coulter

October 10, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. Eugene was a great friend, always there with help and advice. I will miss him both as a friend and a business partner.

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