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Zapalac, CPL Jerry Josef Ernest (1929-2020)
Zapalac, Jerry Ernest
Obituary
2020
The Sealy News, December 29, 2020:
Jerry Ernest Zapalac, 91, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2020. On this day, he was born again celebrating his earthly birthday with his heavenly birthday. Jerry was born December 10, 1929 in Sealy to parents, Charles Zapalac and Albina Belunek. He grew up in Frydek, Texas where he attended school. He served honorably in the United States Army as a Corporal from 1952 to 1954 during The Korean Conflict. Jerry's many occupations included cotton farming, cattle rancher, owner operator of Main Street Grocery, carpenter for the Lamar ISD where he retired in 1994. He married Stella Valicek, the love of his life, in Rosenberg, Texas on May 28, 1953. Over the years, they raised their family of two children in Sealy, Texas. Jerry enjoyed working on "the farm" located in Frydek, Texas where he spent many days on his tractors, fixing fences, and working cattle. When he wasn't on the farm, he could be found attending tractor shows in Texas or as far away as Iowa. He loved his annual trip to Fredericksburg for fresh peaches. Jerry became a widow in January 1982. After finding love again, he married Vera Vrazel in January 1996. Jerry enjoyed his visits to the Czech Republic with Vera visiting family and friends. Jerry enjoyed listening and dancing to polka music and also playing the fiddle and accordion. He loved a good BBQ plate combined with polka music at annual church picnics such as Frydek and the Father's Day Picnic in Millheim with his son and grandsons. Survivors include his wife, Vera Vrazel Zapalac; son, Patrick Zapalac and daughter-in-law, Margaret (Peggy) Zapalac; daughter, Cynthia Agnor and son-in-law John E. Agnor III; grandchildren, John E. Agnor IV, Megan Agnor, Kyle Agnor, Jacob Zapalac, and Ryan Zapalac. Jerry was preceded in death by his wife of 29 years, Stella Valicek, and sisters, Bertha Jalowy and Patricia Zapalac. And we will always greet you with a fond “Jak se máš” and will forever say “Miluji tě”. A visitation with the family was held Dec. 14 at Knesek Bros. Hwy 36 Funeral Chapel. Funeral mass was held on Dec. 15 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sealy. Interment followed the funeral mass at Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery in Sealy. Funeral Arrangements under the directions of Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel 768 Fourth St., Sealy; 979-885-3535; www.knesekfuneralhome.com. |
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