William Louis “Bill” Striedel, Jr. passed away November 8, 2018. He was born August 14, 1948 in Victoria to the late William Louis Sr. and Dorothy Leona Lau Striedel. Bill served his country in the U. S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He was a pipe fitter and draftsman. Bill was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.
William married Diane Alterwisher Striedel at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Port O’ Connor, Texas on July 23, 1977.
Survivors include his wife, Diane Striedel; sons, Clint Striedel of Houston, Clayton Striedel (Diana), Matthew Striedel (Kelsey) and Brandon Striedel (Rosie), all of Victoria; sister, Donna Striedel of Cuero; brothers, Charles (Casey) Striedel of Port Lavaca and Tim Striedel (Theresa) of Victoria; grandchildren, Brock and Zachary Sanchez, Isaac Striedel, Anthony Martinez and Alayna Striedel. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Striedel.
Bill was passionate about the outdoors and sports. In his younger years, he played recreational softball for a Calhoun County league. In addition, he coached Little League baseball in Victoria where he taught his sons how to play the game. When he wasn’t involved with sports, he would go fishing/floundering with friends and family.
Bill had a great love for his pets. At the end of a workday, he enjoyed cooking, relaxing in his home office and watching sports. His most cherished moments included spending valuable time with his precious wife and children. Bill also adored his grandchildren. His favorite times with them including playing legos and cars, eating ice cream and cookies and making them laugh.
Visitation will be Monday, November 12, 2018 from 5-7 pm at Rosewood Funeral Chapels. A Rosary will be recited at 7 pm. Funeral services will be at 2:30 pm Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Resurrection Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Gabe, Ben, Daniel and Jonathan Striedel, Tony Hernandez and Charlie Berger.
Please join the family after the funeral service for a reception that will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes basement hall.
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