Birth date: Nov 19, 1941 Death date: Jan 3, 2021
Marshal Roy Wilke, age 79, died January 3, 2021 at his home in Dallas, Texas. Marshal is survived by his long-time, cherished companion, Harriet Gross; a nephew and two nieces - H. Virgil.Justice, III and his wife, Janet; Polly O Read Obituary
Marshal will be sorely missed as a friend and fellow soldier. The many beers at the Sons of Hermann , good times and the talks on current events. He loved Texas history. If he were here today there would be something in my in-box about Texas Independence Day, I am certain ! Prost Mein Freund!
Marshal was a truly amazing man with all he accomplished in his lifetime. I can count on just one hand, the people I've met in my life who were "stand-up" Gentlemen with a quest of living life to the fullest. He was right up there ❤️ Sure gonna miss getting his assistance and guidance on all Genealogy our families shared. I count myself very lucky to have known him. Blessings to all his family.
I have so many cherished memories of Uncle Marshal. I remember as a very young child he would bring us souvenirs from his world travels and I still have a toy kangaroo he brought me from Australia and a doll from one of his other adventures. He was always generous with us for special occasions and never failed to show up for them and sent cards every year without fail. He was adventurous and sometimes mischievous, like the time he mounted a pair of longhorns on the hood of his Cadillac and drove around. I remember our summers camping and spending time at the family farm. He had a love for history and our family genealogy and he always shared his knowledge of these things we me. I am so very proud of his Military service and his willingness to share his experiences with me. I’ll miss him dearly.
Christina Horelica
I too, grew up with Marshall in Damon Mound, Texas. Elementary school there and
High School in Needville. Even shared a few "glorious" football moments during his
senior year !!
Great person, friend, and source of information thru Facebook these past few years !
His passing was tragic and he will be missed by all who knew him.
our prayers are with you !!
August (gus) Konvicka
NHS CLASS 1961
Robert Kniseley
Wilke was one of my lifelong friends. I didn't meet him until after I graduated NHS. I went to UT and met him there where we became fast friends, often riding with him back to Damon in his old Pontiac. For the last 20 years we have been very close, staying with him in Dallas three or four times a year on our way to and from Arkansas. I have saved hundreds of photos he shared with us of his many travels with his dear Harriet from all over the world. What a premature loss. Big hole in my life and heart.
So sorry for your loss. Marshall and I grew up in Damon and were school friends thru elementary and high school in Needville. Stayed connected thru Facebook and occasional visits. He will be missed!
Patsy Doss Dirba
