Leola "Lil" Pechacek, 93,
of Elk, Texas, died peacefully in her sleep on Friday,
March 6, 2020, at Saint Catherine's Center in Waco.
Lil was born in Falls
County, Texas, grew up in Rosebud, and later moved to West. She married Ivan "Jelly" Pechacek in 1949 and
lived in the community of Elk for over 70 years. Lil was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic
Church in Elk, where she was active in many church activities and
committees.
A loving mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother and homemaker, Lil was a remarkable cook and
enjoyed preparing meals for her family and friends, most especially over the
holidays. Some of her most memorable treats were her amazing homemade cinnamon
rolls, and her oatmeal-chocolate chip cookies for "the kids". Lil was also an
avid gardener, planting her large vegetable garden each year and always
planting enough to generously share with family and friends. She was a
dedicated sports fan and loved watching the Texas Rangers and Dallas Cowboys on
television.
Lil was predeceased
by her husband of 60 years, Ivan "Jelly" Pechacek, and brother Amos Pomykal. Lil
is survived by her sons Tommy Pechacek and Sandra, Jim Pechacek and Delores,
John Pechacek, and daughter Barbara White and David. Sisters Alda Armstrong, Bonnie Gutowski, Mae
Holm, Joann Thun, brothers O.J. Pomykal and V.G. "Bud" Pomykal, and
sister-in-law Jimmie Williams. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Christi,
Tom Jr, Eric, Adam and Allie, and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and
nephews.
A Rosary will be held on March 9, 2020, at 6:00
PM at Bellmead Funeral Home, 809 La Clede St., Bellmead, TX, with visitation to
follow until 8:00 PM. Mass of Christian
burial will be held on March 10, 2020, at 2:00 PM at St. Joseph's Catholic
Church, Elk, Texas. Burial will follow
in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Elk.
The family would like to thank Providence
Hospice, especially Shellie and Laura, for their extraordinary compassion and
care.
Memorials can be made to St Joseph's Catholic Church Elk,
301 St. Martins Church Rd., West, Texas 76691.
Condolences(7)
Susie Swaner
Axtell, TX Wednesday, March 11, 2020 I stand with Fred in stating how great a woman Lil was. She was the face of our parish for all of these years. She welcomed my young family in 1998 and was always excited to see us. I've missed seeing her on the back pew for all of these months but find joy knowing that she is with her beloved Jelly. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with your entire family in this fragile time. May you find peace and comfort in remembering all of the good times. God bless you.George and Edna Long
Waco, TX Tuesday, March 10, 2020 Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. We hold your family close in our thoughts and prayers.Suzanne Honea
Corpus Christi, TX Tuesday, March 10, 2020 Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Eddie De La Rosa
Waco, TX Tuesday, March 10, 2020 My Sincerest Condolences Jim To You N The FamilySo sorry for your loss. 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Kyle Headley
Axtell, TX Tuesday, March 10, 2020 Sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Praying for you during this hard time.Fred Swaner
Axtell, TX Sunday, March 8, 2020 Absolutely one of the finest and most gracious ladies I've ever known. I had the privilege of growing up and knowing her family my entire life and am a better man because of that. Not only did I enjoy growing up around her kids but my daughter was the same age as one of her granddaughters and thus they got to share the same experience of be raised around this wonderful woman. I think of her a lot, and always will. May she finally rest for eternity, as was intended - forever and ever, amen.Lisa Armstrong Gammill
Quinlan, TX Saturday, March 7, 2020 I was so very sad to hear about Aunt Lil's passing. I sat with Mom on her bed and we had a good cry. Aunt Lil played a big part in my childhood....teaching me how to milk a cow, when something was ripe enough to pick, how not to eat all the peas as we were shelling them, how to catch Big Gal with a bucket of feed...just so many things that made me know I would end up living on a farm. She was a very good person and sure had a lot of patience with us kids. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends, but I know she is now at peace and no longer in pain. Barbara, John, Jim, and Tommy....our prayers are with you...take care.