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Wilbur Gaskamp Obituary
1938-2020
Wilbur Lee Gaskamp entered eternal life with God in Heaven on June 1, 2020. Wilbur was born on September 4, 1938 in Brenham, Texas to Gus and Louise (Haarmeyer) Gaskamp. When he was six months old, the family moved to Houston, where his dad worked in the War effort.
After graduating from Reagan High School in Houston, Wilbur attended Texas Lutheran College in Seguin on a basketball scholarship. Upon graduating, he was drafted into the US military and served two years in Korea. Returning to Texas, he started his teaching/coaching career at Tomball High School. He then moved to the Houston Independent School District to the newly built Sharpstown Junior/Senior High School and later finished his coaching career at Lee High School.
Wilbur was a faithful member of Grace Lutheran Church in Elgin, where he generously volunteered his time and talents. In retirement, he loved spending time with his family and golfing with his "Rabbit Run" buddies at Tennwood Golf Club in Hockley.
Wilbur was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his sons, Eric Gaskamp and wife Monica, and Scott Gaskamp and wife Ashley; his grandchildren, Ryland Gaskamp, Adelyn Gaskamp, and Easton Gaskamp; his sisters, Margie Moerbe and husband Steve, and Henrietta Pryor and husband Jim.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 10 at Grace Lutheran Church in Elgin, with Rev. Carl Roth officiating.
The family requests that memorial gifts be directed to Grace Lutheran Church, 801 W. 11th St., Elgin, Texas 78621.
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Doug Robinson
November 5, 2021
Coach Gaskamp was my Coach at Sharpstown Junior High. He helped me greatly at basketball and being on time. "Let's get there Gentlemen". I can hear him saying it and have quoted him many times in my adult life.
Thanks Coach!
Phillip Elders
July 28, 2020
Coach Gaskamp was my coach at Sharpstown Jr. High. He was a fantastic multi sport coach who really helped me early in my basketball career...... Thanks Coach for investing in young men and really making a difference.
Phillip Elders
Charles J. Najvar
June 10, 2020
Wilbur, a friend for 57 years - Rest in peace, "brother", I will miss you.
Harry A. Pratorius, Jr.
June 9, 2020
To the Gaskamp Family,
I am very saddened to have learned of Wilbur's passing. We grew up on the same block of Jackson Hill and hung out with the same group of friends. We attended Clarence Elementary, Washington Jr. High and Reagan High School together. We both took drama together and he was so good at it, he ended up being in many plays. He was always a part of our group. I will miss him but I have good memories that helps the sorrow. RIP my dear friend Wilbur!
Glenn Russell
June 9, 2020
Rest in Peace Coach-
Cecilia Vasicek
June 8, 2020
To the Gaskamp Family,
You have a deepest sympathy and prayers during this difficult time
Emil & Cecilia Vasicek
Melynda Giesenschlag
June 8, 2020
Wilbur was such a good family reunion leader. He delegated and got more people involved and always had something interesting to share about the Gaskamps. Mother (Evelyn Gaskamp) was so glad he was one of her cousins. May God surround you with peace and fill your hearts with precious memories. Melynda Giesenschlag
Tim Willey
June 8, 2020
Coachs memory will be a blessing to many.
MaryAnn Evans Braswell
June 8, 2020
Wilbur and I grew up in the same neighborhood and attended Elementary, Jr. High and John H. Reagan together. His Mom worked at my Dad's Grocery Store and his family was friends with my family. Wilburn was always a very nice, kind and giving person. Sending love and prayers to Wilbur's family. So very sorry for your loss. Know he is smiling and blessed to be at his eternal home.
Jimmy Springfield
June 8, 2020
Met Coach Gaskamp in 1969 at SHS. Always appreciated his leadership.
Brad Bochat
June 7, 2020
rest in peace coach Gaskamp
Wilfred Krause
June 7, 2020
Peace be with you and your family.
John Stroman
June 7, 2020
Coach Gaskamp made a difference in my life at Sharpstown Jr./Sr. High in 1969. He was a tough but fair man and nobody forgot Coach Gaskamp. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
Michael Dockins
June 7, 2020
Rest In Peace, Coach.
Searcy Thomas
June 7, 2020
RIP Coach...Great Man with leadership.
Julius Gustafson
June 7, 2020
Grew up together and went to school...kindergarten to high school graduation. He was always smiling.
Julius Gustafson
June 7, 2020
Grew up with Wilbur in the old West End of Houston. We played baseball on the open lot across the street from his home on Jackson Hill. He was one of "the good guys".
Verna L. Noack
June 7, 2020
Remembering those good ole' school days at Washington and Reagan. You were one of the "good guys", Wilbur!
Karen Abbott
June 6, 2020
Coach Gaskamp was a great teacher and coach at Robert E Lee. He helped us when girls basketball was a new sport, helping with various skills we all needed. Rest easy Coach, you had an impact on many, many students.
Todd Holmes
June 6, 2020
God Bless the Gaskamp family. I worked with Wilbur at Robert E Lee HS in 1999. It was my first teaching job and Coach Gaskamp took time out to teach me the ropes. He never complained, enjoyed educating, and always led by example. Thank you for showing me how to be a professional. Rest in Peace!
Tiffany Quinton
June 6, 2020
Take Your Rest Coach Gaskamp Thanks for the Memories Once a General always a General C/O 88
John Duarte
June 5, 2020
May you rest in eternal peace
Rowland Steptoe
June 5, 2020
Rest In Peace Coach!!! I enjoyed my years coaching with you at Lee High School!
Lyle Milstead
June 4, 2020
Coach was a great Man. Inspired lives of many young athletes!
My coach 1981 9-1 freshman Lee Generals
N Cervantes
June 4, 2020
My condolences to the family. He was not my coach but I enjoyed him as my Teacher. Thank You Coach Gaskamp.
Sherryl Thomas
June 4, 2020
rest easy, coach....thank you.
Johnny and Marchelle Sutton
June 4, 2020
Rest In Peace Mr. Gaskamp . Prayers to Your Family and to all that were blessed to have known You. God Bless.
Jorge Garza
June 4, 2020
Rest In Peace Coach. I feel very fortunate to be coached by you and later to coach with you. You were truly one of the BEST.
Marcan Parham
June 4, 2020
My condolences to you and the family. He coached me at R.E. Lee. He gave me the green light to shoot basketball which was awesome. Rest in peace coach.
Tracey Simmons
June 4, 2020
He was a very kind and welcoming person to me and my husband.
John Jennings
June 4, 2020
I have good memories of Coach getting us fired up for football practice. I have nothing but fond memories.
Donnie & Diane Cannon
June 4, 2020
Our prayers to all the family. Rest in peace, friend.
MICHAEL F FERGUS
June 4, 2020
RIP Coach. A dear friend and a wonderful man. Love to Betty, Scott, and Eric
James Hudson
June 4, 2020
"Coach" was an inspirational leader and a fierce competitor. Even after 30 years, I can still hear him calling my name when I am tired, feeling beat and on the verge of quitting. He was a good man, and there is no telling how many thousands of people he affected in their lives..... most importantly, the "swat" he gave me for making a D in a class was life changing... Good bye Coach. May you Shelter in the Hand of the Creator, and may the Last Embrace of the Mother welcome you Home.
Darrell and Dorothy Schepmann
June 4, 2020
Our sincere sympathy to the Gaskamp Family. May our heavenly Father surround you with His arms of comfort and give you His peace.
Sandra Vega
June 4, 2020
My sincere condolences to coach Gaskamps family. He was a sweet man and I was his student at Robert E. Lee HS in the early 80s.
May he Rest In Peace.
John & Bonnie Austin
June 4, 2020
Praying God's comfort and peace for all of you.
Carol Gaskamp
June 4, 2020
My condolences on the loss of your father, brother, cousin, and friend. I have fond memories of time spent with Wilbur. When Greg & I were dating, Wilbur would occasionally join us for Houston Astros games, so it was a chance for me to get to know more about the extended family I would eventually join. Once when we were vacationing in Houston to visit my dad, we experienced an emergency situation with my dad. I will always be grateful for his family stepping in an on short notice to take our sons for a weekend to their lake house, while we dealt with the emergency. Carol Zischang Gaskamp (spouse of cousin Greg Gaskamp)
Krista Foster
June 3, 2020
Praying for you and your family. Wilbur was a great guy.
Todd Glazer
June 3, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Coach Gaskamp was a great coach and teacher for us at Robert E Lee
Tremaine Jones
June 3, 2020
My prayers and condolences to the family. I know Coach Gaskamp from Sharpstown Jr and Robert E Lee Sr High. Great man and coach.
Mike & Marilyn Tuley
June 3, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Mike & Marilyn Tuley
June 3, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. God Bless
Love y'all
Mickey Balcerowicz
June 3, 2020
Betty, Eric and Scott, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Wilbur was a wonderful man and I will cherish all the memories I have of him and your family.May God give you the strength to see you through your grief. I loved Wilbur and I love all of you very much. Mickey
Paul and Sandra Mogonye
June 3, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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