Anita Stammann

Anita Stammann, 97, of Austin, died on Monday, Oct. 17, 2016. Anita was born in Shelby on Dec. 24, 1918, the daughter of Willie and Alma (Eckhoff) Stammann. She worked for Dentler Potato Chips and Sakowitz Department Store. She was always happy and had a smile that lit up a room. She is survived by three nieces: Lucille Underwood of Austin; Burdine Divin of Ellinger; Kimberly Kopecky of Chappell Hill; and nephew Gary Hilgen and wife, Carolyn, of Burton. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Bennie Stammann; two sisters: Lillie Henniger and Elsa Hilgen; and niece Sandy Stammann. Graveside services were held at Shelby Cemetery in Shelby at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Shelby Cemetery, In c/o Weldon Klaus, 9845 Klaus Rd., Round Top, Texas. Family and friends can view and sign the guestbook online at www.lagrangefunerals.com. Koenig & Strickland Funeral Home in La Grange was in charge of arrangements.