Philip B. Michalek

Pilot Point – Philip B. Michalek died on Saturday, July 17, 2010 in Pilot Point, Texas. Rosary was said on Tuesday at Huff/Slay Funeral Home in Pilot Point. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Wednesday at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Pilot Point with Fr. Ray McDaniel officiating.
Philip was born on born October 6, 1916 in Pilot Point, Texas to August and Emma Berend Michalek. He was a farmer and later worked for General Electric in Fort Worth. He was a Catholic, a Veteran and a member of the Knights of Columbus and American Legion.
He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Edward, Joseph and Bernard Michalek; a sister, Marie Riedel and a niece Marilyn Grunewald.
He is survived by one niece, Linda Michalek Reynolds and nephews Jerry and Robert Riedel.
The family would like to thank the caregivers, staff, and residents of Pilot Point Care Center and the staff of American Hospice for their care and friendship. They would also like to thank the community members and volunteers that brought him so much joy through prayer, song, music, “42” dominoes, bingo and visits. Philip will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor and keen mind.