William Frederick Graefe Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to William Frederick Graefe (Galveston, Texas), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. William Frederick left this world on January 4, 2025 at the age of 89, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Frederick Graefe to show support.
Though William Frederick may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those William Frederick touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Wilhelm F. Graefe and Hattie Mae Krueger Graefe; and his sisters, Willie Mae, Velma and Gladys.
He is survived by: his daughter Tracy Lyn Kadlecek (Shawn); his grandchildren, Shelby Arnold (Wade), Reese Kadlecek and Colby Kadlecek; and his uncle Buck. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life was held on Friday, January 10th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Visitation was held on Saturday, January 11th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Carnes Brothers Funeral Home (1201 23rd Street Rear, Galveston, TX 77551). A burial was held on Saturday, January 11th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the Masonic Cemetery.
