Helen Mahr Nicholas

Helen Mahr Nicholas passed away on Thursday, June 25. Helen was born in 1918 in St. Joseph, Missouri, but spent most of her life in the Austin and Fredericksburg area. During World War II, she worked in aircraft factories and marveled that women were being allowed to wear slacks. She worked for hospitals and charities, and, inside the home, she created a loving and nurturing atmosphere. Her home reflected her many interests — antiques, cooking, crafts, and reading. An avid reader, she enjoyed a good mystery and loved exchanging books with others.

Her love, faith and belief in education helped to mold her son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Anne Nicholas, and her granddaughter, Laura Nicholas Hupach. She was a wonderful friend and neighbor to so many, always positive and always putting the needs of others before her own.

Years ago, she was described by friends as a true “angel on earth.” Her loving presence is missed by her family and the friends and staff at Autumn Oaks of Corinth. That earthly angel has now gone home. We were truly blessed by her love. In lieu of flowers, the family has recommended donations to the Texas Woman’s University Leadership Scholarship Fund, or the SPCA.

Arrangements are under the direction of Denton Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Alfred Edward “Buddy” Kenneweg Jr.

Alfred Edward “Buddy” Kenneweg Jr., 93, of Denton, died Saturday, June 27, 2009, at his home in Denton.

Buddy was born on Jan. 4, 1916 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to Alfred and Coloma (Allen) Kenneweg. He was married to Margaret Campbell on Dec. 17, 1941 in Pine Bluff, Ark. He served as a staff sergeant in the 41st Infantry during WWII. He graduated from Baylor University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He worked as an auditor for most of his life. He was a lifelong member of the Baptist Church and a 50-year member of the Masonic Lodge, with memberships at Lodge #69 in Pine Bluff and Lodge #47 in Dallas.

A funeral service will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 30, 2009, in the chapel of Mulkey-Mason, Jack Schmitz and Son Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Flower Mound Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, June 29 at the funeral home.

Survivors include his daughter, Kathi Coatney of Pilot Point; grandson, Ethan Coatney of Austin; nephew, John C. Finley III and wife Andrea of Ashdown, Ark.; and dear friend Laverne Lutz.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memorial Program, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105; or the Shriner’s Hospitals for Children, Office of Development, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607.

Patsy B. Childers

Patsy B. Childers was born Jan. 20, 1943 in Denton, Texas, and was called home by her Lord and Savior on June 27, 2009. She spent her life taking care of others, including her family. She graduated from Denton High School in 1961. She retired from the Denton State School after more than 35 years and became a sitter for At Your Service Inc. of Denton until her battle with cancer began.

She married James L. Childers Dec. 5, 1963 in Denton. Together they raised two boys, Jeffery and Jerry Childers, both of Denton. She is survived by James, Jeff and Jerry; her mother, Marie Bradshaw of Denton; brother, Tim Bradshaw of Denton; sister, Linda Brannon and husband Steve of Pilot Point; other extended family; and many lifelong friends.

She was preceded in death by her father, James Bradshaw; and sister, Donis Bradshaw.

Visitation will be Monday, June 29, 2009, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at DeBerry Funeral Home. The funeral service will be Tuesday, June 30, 2009, at 10 a.m. at the DeBerry Funeral Chapel. Internment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Denton. Officiating will be Dan Cooke and Ross Thomson from Singing Oaks Church of Christ.

Pallbearers will be Jered Hodgkins, Charlie Phillips, Robert Boler, Steven Carrizal, Zach Honea and Brandon Keller. Honorary pallbearers are Derrick Gage and Robert “Bobby” George.