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.