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Johnnie "Red" Jasek went to be with our Lord on December 1, 2010. He was born on a family farm in Moulton, TX on February 12, 1923. In his 87 years, his optimistic outlook never left him. The glass was always half full and like he always said, "Everything is lovely and getting better." Johnnie's life was full of love, laughter, and family. He was an avid deer hunter who never missed an opening day, an amateur pilot, and all around fix it man. Johnnie is survived by his wife Olga, two daughters, Shirley Lewis and Sharon Vetters, as well as his siblings Ernest Jasek, Olga Chunda, and is preceded in death by his sister Georgie Dierschke. Johnnie was a one of a kind gentleman. He welcomed everyone with his warm smile and was truly unforgettable. You were always welcomed by his signature, "Good afternoon and how are you?" whenever you called the Jasek's residence. It did not matter if you knew him for decades or if you just met him, you have never felt more embraced by anyone. Those that met him were taken by his charismatic ways and his sense of humor. His selflessness, strength, and optimism proved him to be a one of a kind role model for all of those that met him. It was these qualities that attracted the love of his life, Olga when he returned from proudly serving his country overseas. They celebrated 62 years of wedded bliss that produced their two daughters. He was also blessed with three grandchildren, Brian Sanders, David and Beth Vetters, and two great-grandchildren, Cody and Allison, with the third on the way, John Wyatt Sanders. His work ethic was unparalleled and even his younger coworkers couldn't keep up with him. Throughout his life, Johnnie was involved in the transportation industry from Lee Way Freight Lines to driving his own 18-wheeler. He may not have had the formal education, but somehow he never failed to work through the problem and find a solution. His garage was open to all where he could be found fixing something for someone. An all around fix it man, he could repair lawn mowers to just about anything else that was broken. You could always count on him for a helping hand. The tenderness, devotion, and affection he had for his family was reciprocated by his extended family that surrounded and adored him. He committed a significant amount of time at his church, St. Leo's, from ushering, assisting with the AM mass for 30 years, to wherever else his talents could be used. The family would like to thank Odyssey Hospice for their wonderful, compassionate care. Visitation will begin on Sunday, December 5, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. with a rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. at Mission Park Funeral Chapels South. Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, December 6, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church with a procession from the funeral home. Interment will follow at Mission Burial Park South. For personal acknowledgement you may sign the guest book at www.missionparks.com in the obituary section.

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Johnnie Jasek

February 12, 1923 - December 1, 2010