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Charles John Kretzer

  • March 16, 1932 - February 23, 2011
  • Caldwell, Texas
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“Mr. Kretzer was a generous man that always devoted his time to helping young people. He would always share his antique tractors with the...Read More » ”
1 of 4 | Posted by: Duane Suehs - Caldwell, TX

“Dear Kretzer Family, We are so sorry to hear of the death of Charles. Our prayers are with you all. May God be with you during this time of sorrow. ”
2 of 4 | Posted by: Sandra & Larry Landrum - Caldwell, TX

“Sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers for you and your family. James and Kathy Beaty ”
3 of 4 | Posted by: Kathy Beaty - Caldwell, TX

“Charles was a positive influence in the lives of many people. We used to enjoy his visits to Caldwell High School when he would bring his old...Read More » ”
4 of 4 | Posted by: Wesley Hancock - Caldwell, TX


A Celebration of Life for Charles John Kretzer, 78, of Caldwell is set for 11:00 a.m., Friday, February 25, 2011, at Cooks Point United Methodist Church. Mr. Kretzer passed away on February 23, 2011 at St. Joseph's Regional Health Center in Bryan, Texas. Charles was born March 16, 1932 to Richard George Kretzer and Rosie (Duewall) Kretzer in Cooks Point, Texas. He married Hulene (Heldmann) Kretzer on December 9, 1961. Charles attended San Antonio Prairie School, and was a farmer all of his life. He was a member of Cooks Point United Methodist Church where he served on several church boards. He was instrumental in organizing the Burleson County Farm Bureau. He also served on the Caldwell Independent School Board and was always active in civic and educational functions. In his free time he could be found at home restoring and collecting rare John Deere 2-cylinder tractors. Survivors include his wife Hulene Kretzer of Caldwell, son; Richard Kretzer of Austin, sister; Billie Lauderdale of Caldwell, brother and sister-in-law; Bernard & Joy Kretzer of Caldwell, brother-in-law and sister-in-law; Darwood & Jo Heldman of Magnolia, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family requests memorials are made to the Cooks Point United Methodist Church, 4902 E. State Hwy. 21, Caldwell, Texas 77836. Please visit our website at www.stricklandfuneralhomes.com