Thekla “Tek” Shoop, born to Alice and Joseph Biskamp July 24, 1925 in San Antonio, TX, died at home in Burnet, TX, Friday, February 7, 2020 at the age of 94. Her husband of nearly 71 years, George M. Shoop, preceded her in death as did her son George Taylor Shoop and brother William Taylor Biskamp of Dallas, TX.
Tek was an Episcopalian from birth and a member of the Episcopal Church, initially Trinity Chapel in Marble Falls and then Epiphany Chapel in Burnet, for the past 55 years. She served as Church Secretary and Lay Reader for many years. She also served as Treasurer. She was a member of St. Anne’s Guild for many years and served a term as President of this organization.
Tek worked for 35 plus years as Secretary and Bookkeeper for Sam Daniels of Danlees Enterprises in Burnet, TX. She also worked part-time for her daughter, Dr. Lynne Gray until the age of 82 when she retired due to declining eye sight. The Talking Book Program (Free Matter for the Blind and Handicapped) became an integral part of her daily life and allowed Tek to continue her passion for reading.
Tek is survived by her daughters Carol Guthrie of Burnet TX and Lynne Gray and son-in-law Ricki of Cedar Park, TX; her grandchildren R.G. (Ryan) Guthrie, Nathan Guthrie and wife Desiree, Shane Guthrie and wife Maegan, Lesley Gray Bradford and husband Joe, Taylor Gray and Lindsey Gray; and great-grandchildren Carrie, Camrynn, Cazlynn, Haylee, Harper, Hadlee, Gracey, Mac, Christian and Aurora.
A memorial service will be held at The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, Burnet, TX, Monday, February 17, 2020 at 11:00 AM followed by inurnment at Lakeland Hills Memorial Park after which all are invited to the Parish Hall for fellowship and refreshments.
Care has been entrusted to Clements-Wilcox Funeral Home in Burnet.
Condolences may be offered at www.clementswilcoxburnet.com
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