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Michael Edwin Tucker of Longview passed away on January 23, 2018, at the age of 62 after a battle with cancer. He was born May 25, 1955, in El Paso, Texas, to William Marshall and Nellie (Nancy) Tucker. He is survived by his wife, Gretchen Tucker, and son, Christopher Tucker, both of Longview; parents, William and Nancy, of San Antonio; brother, Dave, of Memphis, TN; sister, Pam, of San Antonio; and brother, Garry, of San Antonio;

Michael grew up in an Air Force family and lived in El Paso; Albany, Georgia; Rantoul, Illinois; and San Antonio, where he graduated from Judson High School. He attended Texas A&M, where he was a member of the Corps of Cadets, appointed as Commanding Officer of Company N-1, and elected as a member of the prestigious Ross Volunteers. As a member of the A&M Class of '77, he obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology with a focus on civil construction.
After graduation, Michael received a commission in the United States Marine Corps. His service was highlighted by high marks and letters of commendation from the Marine Corps.

After fulfilling his duty in 1981, Michael moved to Longview, Texas, to begin a career in the private sector. In 1982 he founded Transet Company along with partner Mike Smith. What started as a modest two-man operation grew to become the largest general contracting / construction management firm in Northeast Texas. Michael's professional success can be attributed to his drive, discipline, consistency, intellect, humility, and loyalty to his company, employees, and clients. The impact he made on the community through his work is immeasurable - the quantifiable millions of square feet of construction will only be part of his legacy.

Michael participated generously in many philanthropic efforts, particularly those related to LeTourneau University, for which he was a longtime contributor toward student scholarships and sponsorship of Belcher Center performances.

In his personal time, for many years, he enjoyed boating on his custom 40' cigarette boat, "Radical Ride", and in recent years enjoyed the slower pace of his pontoon boat and kayaks. A natural athlete, he was a gifted golfer and basketball player.

In recent years, he and Gretchen enjoyed spending time at their vacation home in Southwest Florida with family and friends.

Above all, Michael was most proud of his relationships with family and with those who knew they could count on him. One of his proudest accomplishments was being able to continue his legacy at Transet Company with Christopher.

The family wishes to thank the physicians and staff of Texas Oncology in Longview. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to LeTourneau University.

Michael will be remembered and dearly missed as a father, son, husband, brother, and friend.
There will be a memorial service held on Friday, February 2, at 3:00pm, at the Foyer of the Belcher Center.

(Published by Rader Funeral Home of Longview, TX)

Michael married B.J. German [Group Sheet]

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Fletcher German passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2010 in College Station. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, February 4, at Callaway-Jones Funeral Home in Bryan. Funeral services are set for 1 p.m., Friday, February 5, at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 220 Rock Prairie Rd., College Station, with Pastor David Elton officiating. A private interment for the family will follow at College Station Cemetery.

Fletcher was born August 5, 1928, to Fletcher German Sr. and Mattie Warren German in Wellborn, Texas. Fletcher grew up in the Wellborn community and graduated from A&M Consolidated High School. He began working for the Texas A&M Physical Plant as a painter in 1951 and served as Paint Foreman for several years before retiring in 1983. Fletcher also was a volunteer fireman for Texas A&M University serving the City of College Station and south Brazos County for 20 years. He was a member of the Adam Rayder Mason Lodge of Wellborn and Sons of Hermann Lodge 99 of Bryan.

Fletcher was a lifelong member of A&M Presbyterian Church where he served as a Deacon and Elder and helped organize the church is food pantry. He also served on the planning and building committee for the Covenant Presbyterian Church in College Station. Fletcher's passions included hunting, fishing, playing music, and family gatherings.

Preceding Fletcher in death were his parents, Fletcher German Sr. and Mattie Kaechle, and his first wife, Gloria Burke German.

Survivors include his wife, Lena Whitsel German; son, Dan German and wife LaNell; daughter, Babs Hogan and husband Dan; step-daughters, Susie Brushaber and husband Merrill, Wanda Zwernemann and husband Dennis, Jeanie Gold and husband Alvin, Mildred Anderson and husband Andy; brother, Sam German and wife Louise; sisters Gladys Koerth, Gaynell Boyd and husband Charles, Cathy Holligan and husband Byron, Mary Lois Huckaby; step-sisters, Juanita Jones, Ruby Joy, Mary Martin; step-brothers, Clyde Carrie and Lonnie Carrie; 14 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Fletcher's life truly reflected his faith in God through tireless efforts to serve his church, community, friends, and family.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the South Brazos County, Precinct 1, Fire Department, 3030 Wingfall, Millican, Texas 77866 or the Covenant Presbyterian Church, 220 Rock Prairie Rd., College Station, Teas 77845.

(Published by Callaway Jones Funeral Home of Bryan, TX)

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Fletcher German, 81, of College Station, passed away Sunday, January 31, 2010, in College Station. Arrangements are in the care of Callaway-Jones Funeral Home & Crematory in Bryan. www.callawayjones.com

(Published in The Bryan-College Station Eagle on February 1, 2010)

Fletcher — Gloria Jeanne Burke. Gloria was born 15 Feb 1930, San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas, USA; died 14 Nov 1972, Bryan, Brazos County, Texas, USA; was buried 15 Nov 1972, College Station Cemetery - College Station, Texas, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Mrs. German

Funeral services for Mrs. (Gloria Jeanne) Fletcher German, Route 4, College Station, will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Callaway-Jones Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Bruce Fisher, pastor of A&M Presbyterian Church, College Station, officiating.

Burial will be in College Station City Cemetery.

Mrs. German died this morning at St. Joseph Hospital in Bryan. She was born Feb. 15, 1930, in San Antonio and had lived in Brazos County since 1947. She was employed as a finance clerk at the Memorial Student Center, Texas A&M University, and was a member of the A&M Presbyterian Church.

Survivors include her husband; a son, John Daniel German; a daughter, Barbara Joyce German; a sister, Mrs. Charles Higgins, and her mother, Mrs. Mildred Higgins, all of College Station.

Pallbearers will be Kenneth Holligan, Allen Huckaby, Eddie McCulloch Jr., Doyle Smith, John Dale Dennington and Larry Beasley.

(Published in The Bryan-College Station Eagle on November 14, 1972)

Fletcher — Martha Ella Warren. Martha was born 5 Oct 1902, Oran, Palo Pinto County, Texas, USA; died 5 Oct 1984, College Station, Brazos County, Texas, USA; was buried 7 Oct 1984, Wellborn Cemetery - Wellborn, Texas, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Mattie Ella Kaechele

Mattie Ella Kaechele, 82, of 806 Fairview in College Station died in Bryan on Friday.

Services wll be at 2 p.m. Sunday in Hillier Funeral Home with the Rev. Bob Owens officiating. Burial will be in Wellborn Cemetery.

Mrs. Kaechele, born in Oren, had lived in Brazos County 71 years. She was a retired nurse, a homemaker. a member of American Legion Auxiliary in Bryan and a member of Second Baptist Church in College Station.

Survivors include two sons, Fletcher German Jr. of College Station, Sam German of Thompsonville. Ill.: four daughters, Gladys Koerth of San Antonio, Kathy Holligan of Bryan, Elizabeth Plagens of Somerville, Mary Lois Huckaby of Bryan; a brother, Albert Warren of College Station; a sister, Tennie Dowling McDonald of Bryan; 21 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.

(Published in The Bryan-College Station Eagle on October 6, 1984)