Viertel

Paul Bruno Viertel, 84, of Carmine, died Feb. 17, 2017 in Brenham. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m., Monday, Feb. 20, 2017 at Memorial Oaks Chapel, with Pastor David Tinker officiating. Burial followed in the Carmine Cemetery. Visitation was from 5 until 7 p.m. Sunday at Memorial Oaks Chapel. Paul Bruno Viertel was born Jan. 10, 1933 in Carmine to Adolph and Ella (Meinholdt) Viertel. He was baptized and confirmed at Martin Luther Lutheran Church in Carmine, and later graduated from RT-C High School. Paul lived and worked on the family farm/ranch his entire life. He enjoyed his cattle and loved to hunt and fish. Fishing was by far his favorite pastime. He was a member of Carmine Rod and Gun Club and Martin Luther Lutheran Church in Carmine.Paul was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Melvin. Survivors include brothers Edgar of Carmine and Ervin of Brenham, and sisters-in-law, as well as one sister, Gladys. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be directed to Marin Luther Lutheran Church in Carmine, or to Hospice Brazos Valley, Inc of Bryan. To post a tribute to the family, visit www.memorialoakschapel.com. Memorial Oaks Chapel in Brenham was in charge of arrangements.