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Charles J. Jendrzey was born on November 4, 1928, in Nordheim, Texas to Frank and Agnes Jendrzey. He is survived by Ann, the love of his life and wife of 59 years; his children, Carol Jendrzey, Agnes Jurak Larry, Diane Jendrzey, M.D., Belinda Johnson, DDS Scott, Charles Jendrzey, Jr. Ruth, and Edward Jendrzey Elizabeth; his grandchildren Brian, Matthew, Mary, Michael, Jacob, Connor, Anna, Gunnar and Erik; his sisters, Isabel Hilscher Gene, Pauline Kosub and Sophie Jones; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Charles received an honorable discharge from the Army Air Force before starting his career as a telephone lineman at Southwestern Bell. He retired as a Systems Technician from SBC after 46 years with the company. He received his BBA from St. Mary's University, going to school at night while working full time to support his family. Charles loved working on his truck and in his garden. He took great pride in his neighborhood, and served on the Balcones Heights zoning committee. He not only mowed his lawn, but would edge all the lawns up and down his block. When you looked up Charles' address on Google Earth, you would see him working outside. Nobody in his neighborhood, or his children's neighborhoods, was a stranger to him. He always had a minute to talk to you about politics, your yard or whatever you had on your mind. He just loved visiting with people. Charles had a great respect for the working man or woman. He was always quick to provide a cold or hot drink or lend a helping hand to those who were providing a service for him. Charles loved this country and instilled in his children the importance of keeping up with affairs of the country, the importance of an informed vote and that people, regardless of party affiliation, need to work together. He spent his last days with us doing what he's done for years, ushering at Mass on Saturday evening and watching the Sunday morning news shows. Although he was the king of frugality, he was generous to anyone who needed help. He never wanted his children to give him gifts. He always would say his birthday wish was for his children to be successful. The most important thing in Charles' life was his family. His love was selfless and unconditional. He leaves as a legacy to his children and grandchildren the value of family, a good education and a good work ethic. All six of his children attended college and four hold post-graduate degrees. He will be greatly missed by his family and his friends. Services Visitation is Thursday, November 15 at 6:00 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at St. Paul's Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 16 at St. Paul's Catholic Church followed by interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to a charity of your choice.

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Charles J. Jendrzey

November 4, 1928 - November 11, 2012