Elizabeth Ann Strokos Hegemeyer

Elizabeth Ann (Strokos) Hegemeyer was born in Crosby, TX, on October 23, 1942, to Frank and Marie Strokos. She departed our world on June 21, 2026.

On April 9, 1961, she married Newton Hegemeyer at St. John’s Lutheran Church in New Ulm, TX. They had six children together: Edward, Mary, Linda, Patricia, Jason, and Amy.

Elizabeth had five grandchildren: Stephanie (Preuss) Post, Stacey Preuss, Robert Preuss, Haley Hegemeyer, and Amberlee Hegemeyer. Six great-grandchildren: Cohen, Kaiden Post, Corey, Robert Jr. Preuss, Lila Robles, and Marcilene Brast.

Elizabeth and Newton lived in Bellville. TX till moving to Sealy, TX in the early 70’s, where they raised their family and lived out their lives. She did not have a career, but was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to her family.

She cared for her husband during his decline in health till his passing in September 2004. She cherished all her children unconditionally and deeply missed her two daughters, Mary and Patricia, who were lost early in their lives. Elizabeth loved being a mother and enjoyed being around all of her family, finding the joy they would bring to her. Holiday gatherings were very special to her.

Lovingly, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren would make her light up whenever they were around. She spent as much time with them as possible and always adored the attention she was able to get and give to them. When it was time for any of the family to leave, she always said: “I love you and be careful”. She mostly treasured gatherings when her family would all get together and be with her. She loved visits from her siblings and their families as well. A treasure in her life, for over 11 years, was her little dog Coco, who cuddled with her and was always by her side.

Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Marie Strokos; her husband, Newton Hegemeyer; their children, Mary and Patricia Hegemeyer, and other close family members.