Angela Sauer Shedd

My name is Angela Shedd. I was called home on September 14, 2014 to be with the Lord, my beloved husband of 57 years, Joe, and dear son, Robert. I was born in Germany in November 1927 to Augustus and Angela Sauer. The adversity of growing up in war-torn Germany was overshadowed by the joy and peace I later came to know. My parents were forced from their business because, like many honest Germans, they refused to co-operate with the Nazi party. We returned to the city of Trier after the war to rebuild our home and grocery store. While working, I saved enough money to pay for one year of college. One evening while attending a dance, I met my future husband, an American airman. Joe's ardent pursuit resulted in three marriage ceremonies: French, German, and American, which was the one we always celebrated. Within two years we had moved to Texas where I soon earned my American citizenship. We were transferred to air force bases in France and Germany and our sixteenth and final move was to Texas. Upon retirement, our family moved to Richmond where I continued my college education. We began two successful businesses: All-Right Mowers and Time and Chime Clock Repair. A lifelong joy of cooking and baking began at nine years of age. Cake decorating, all types of needlework, and reading were just some of my hobbies. I founded the German-American Club of Abilene and especially enjoyed sharing my heritage with language students. Hosting family, friends and exchange students from around the world and traveling always brought fond memories. I was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Rosenberg, Order of the Eastern Star and active in my children's activities. With great sadness, I leave behind my children, Lillian Angela and Paul, and their spouses. My grandchildren, Austin and Jonathan, brought me deep happiness and the fulfillment of their dreams will remain my sincerest desire. Great-grandson, Christopher, gave me a reason to hope for our future. A loving family, many treasured friendships, and numerous life experiences make the story that is my life for which I am truly grateful. Final farewells will be at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, September 27, 2014 in the Chapel of Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Home in Rosenberg followed by a joyous celebration of life. For those wishing, tributes and words of condolence may be left for the family at www.DavisGreenlawnfh.com.

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Angela Sauer Shedd