Joseph (Joe) August Vanek began his eternal life with Christ on August 26, 2016 at the age of 83. He was born on July 26, 1933 to the late Frances Fillip Vanek and Louis Joseph Vanek. Cherished and loving husband of 30 years to Dorothy Starkey Vanek. Precious and devoted father of Connie S. Vanek. Loving grandfather of Misty Moniot and husband Steve, Brandon Vanek and wife Colleen; sister-in-law, Betty Hill and husband James, Elizabeth Wakefield; brother-in-law Cecil "Bo" Starkey and wife Yolanda; numerous nieces, nephews and lifelong friend Larry Mahaffey. He is also preceded in death by his siblings; Felix Vanek, Edmund Vanek, Martha Kret, Mildred Kret, Lavina Hooks and Tommie Vanek. Joe’s contribution to life came through the love, encouragement and wit he shared with family, friends, colleagues and all who met him. He loved playing music, hunting, fishing and sports. Visitation will be held at Kingwood Funeral Home at 5 pm to 8 pm on Tuesday August 30, 2016 with Rosary at 7 pm. Funeral Mass to be held at 10 am on Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at St. Martha Catholic Church, 4301 Woodridge Parkway, Porter, TX 77365. Entombment will follow at Rosewood Cemetery, Humble, Texas. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Joe's name to Disabled American Veterans at www.DAV.org/donate .
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