Joseph Edmonde Settlemeyer

Joe grew up in San Antonio. He attended Fenwick Elementary School, Horace Mann Jr. High, and Jefferson High School in 1967. He graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor’s degree in Building Construction. He later received his MBA from Webster University. He was a member of the Corps of Cadets, Ross Volunteers, was First Sargent of Squadron Five his junior year, and was Wing Staff his senior year. In his time off and during summer, he played baseball with the Klasing Oilers. He dearly loved the Maroon and White and, as a Fightin’ Texas Aggie, was an ardent supporter of the 12th Man and Aggie athletics.

Upon graduation, Joe received his commission as a Second Lieutenant Navigator flying C-130s out of CCK into Vietnam. During the final stages of the Vietnam War, he participated in Operation "Flight to Freedom," which was the first American prisoner exchange from Hanoi. Later he became an instructor for KC-135 and C-141 in-flight fueling aircraft in Wichita, Kansas. He served for seven years in the Air Force and was a proud veteran.

After his years in the military, Joe worked for several large construction companies. He was the go-to person for completing difficult projects. He was invited to be project manager for the construction of the Colorado Tribute to Veterans in Denver, a special honor for this Vietnam veteran. He was project manager for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, building large prisons across the State of Texas. Nursing homes, hospitals and specialty projects were his strong suit. He created Settlemeyer Management and Consulting, LLC serving as project manager and consultant to several companies. Above all, he loved being at his ranch, working with his cattle and managing his hay operation.

Joe was active with the Jefferson Class of 1967, looking forward to the 50th class reunion. He had just been elected as Texas A&M Class of ‘71 class agent. He was a member and contributor of the 12th Man Foundation. He was a committee member and contributor of the Junior Ag Mechanics program at San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo. He had been an usher at the Majestic Theater for over 15 years. He belonged to various other professional organizations. His trips with the Traveling Aggies created immediate and lasting bonds. He loved staying connected with friends and family.

Joe is survived by son Joshua Settlemeyer (Allison), Magnolia; daughter Michaela Settlemeyer, Austin and Betty Scott Settlemeyer, Cotulla. Sisters, Betty Jean Goodpasture (Jim), Stephenville; Ruth Ann Trimble (Greg), Bulverde; brother Miller Settlemeyer (Janine), Plainfield, Illinois. He was loving PAWPAW to grandsons, Connor, Reid and Drew Settlemeyer. Nieces and nephews, Sarah and Micah Goodpasture, Christopher Trimble, Keaton and Salem Settlemeyer.

Visitation on Monday, February 29 from 5:00 to 9:00pm. Funeral services Tuesday, March 1, 3:00PM, at Sunset Funeral Home officiated by Pastor Dan Carter. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations made to Texas A&M Foundation, Class of 1971, 401 George Bush, College Station, Texas 77840-2811 and the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, Junior Ag Mechanics division, PO Box 200230, San Antonio, Texas 78220-0230.