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MAXIE GEORGE KULHANEK, 76, passed away on November 10, 2002. He was born on March 22, 1926, in Waller, Texas to Jerry and Mary Kulhanek. A life-long resident of Waller, Maxie was a farmer and rancher for many years. In 1993, he retired as sergeant from the Houston Police Department with 31 years of service. He held the position of Alderman in the City of Waller Council for 32 years. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Columbia. Maxie is survived by his wife, Louise, having recently celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary. He is also survived by three sons: Maxie Jr., Charles and daughter-in-law, Ann, and Joe Kulhanek; four grandchildren: Meghan, Christian, Kyle, and Chandler Kulhanek; sister and brother-in-law: Margie and W.E. Able, Jr.; brother and sister-in-law: Carl and Judy Kulhanek; and a number of relatives and friends. The family will be present for visitation on Tuesday, November 12th from 5 - 8pm at Canon Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Services will be conducted by Pastor Jeffrey Marsh on Wednesday, November 13, 2002 at 2:00pm at Canon Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at St. Martin de Porres Cemetery in Waller. For those wishing to honor Maxie with a memorial, contributions may be made to St. John's Lutheran Church, the 100 Club, or the charity of your choice.
Waller alderman Kulhanek, 76
By MIKE SNYDER
Copyright 2002 Houston Chronicle
Maxie George Kulhanek, who served for more than 30 years as a Houston police officer and an alderman in Waller northwest of Houston, died Sunday. He was 76.
Kulhanek, a lifelong resident of the small farming and ranching town, was an alderman, or town councilman, for 32 years. Last May he chose not to seek re-election, but his son, Charles Kulhanek, ran for a seat and was elected to replace his father.
He retired as a sergeant from the Houston Police Department in 1993 after 31 years of service. His police training made Kulhanek an effective leader on police matters in Waller, said former City Secretary Peggy Albert, who worked with Kulhanek for years.
In his work as an alderman, Kulhanek made decisions on local budget matters and development issues in the town of 2,092 residents. The town's government includes a mayor and five aldermen, who serve alternating two-year terms.
Albert said Kulhanek was "quiet, easygoing and slow to anger. He loved to share a joke when he heard one ... ."
Kulhanek was born March 22, 1926, in Waller, where he was a farmer and rancher for many years.
Prior to joining the Houston Police Department, he served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Columbia during World War II.
Maxie leaves his wife, Louise, with whom he recently celebrated his 50th wedding anniversary; three sons, Maxie Jr., Charles and Joe Kulhanek; a sister, Margie Abel Jr.; a brother, Carl Kulhanek; and four grandchildren.
Services were held Wednesday at the Canon Funeral Home chapel in Waller, with burial at St. Martin de Porres Cemetery there.
The family suggested donations in Kulhanek's memory to St. John's Lutheran Church, the 100 Club of Houston or other charities.
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Chester Massey (Houston, TX )
November 18, 2002 |
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I wish that everyone could have a friend like Maxie. He was always a pleasure to be with and a true example of friendship and kindness. He was a "one of a kind" and I'll miss him. My best to his family and friends. |
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Gene Brown, Sgt. (Ret.) (Bertram, TX )
November 17, 2002 |
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Maxie your smile lit up the World. Save me a place in Heaven, |
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Howard Parrott (Willis, TX )
November 17, 2002 |
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Harold Krause (Giddings, TX )
November 16, 2002 |
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I graduated out of class# 25 with Maxie. I never got to know him real well but alway heard good things about him. Maxie was indeed on of Houston's Finest. My deepest sympathy goes to his family and closest friends. |
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John T. Gonzales (Spring, TX )
November 16, 2002 |
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Sgt. Kulhanek was a fine man and an outstanding officer. He will always be remembered by those of us who served with hm. |
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Harry Caldwell (Houston, TX )
November 16, 2002 |
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Maxie was always a kind and considerate police officer that we both enjoyed knowing. |
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Don & Barbara Cotten (Houston, TX )
November 16, 2002 |
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Sorry to hear of Maxie's passing..He was a quiet person, a good person, and a fine officer..May he rest in peace.. |
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Margery & Dan Doetterl (hOUSTON, TX )
November 16, 2002 |
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Your loss is also a loss to every police office that served with and under Maxie's supervision |
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Carl Williams (Water Valley, TX )
November 16, 2002 |
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To one of the finest men I have had the opportunity of working with. Rest in Peace.
William Sanders Lt. (Ret HPD) |
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William Sanders (Houston, TX )
November 15, 2002 |
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Uncle Maxie, you will be greatly missed, especially at Thanksgiving and Christmas. I never knew someone who could sleep straight up in a chair and snore after eating a hearty meal!!
In my heart always,
Love, your niece, Robin |
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Robin Kulhanek Day (Houston, TX )
November 12, 2002 |
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Another officer has fallen.May he rest in peace |
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dan doetterl (houston, TX )
November 12, 2002 |
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My deepest sympathy. |
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M. D. Beale, Jr, Sgt. HPD (Ret) (Friendswood, TX )
November 12, 2002 |
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Maxie, Seems like only yesterday I'd see you in the basement cafeteria at 61 Riesner. Please say hello to my Dad and all of our other friends and relatives from HPD who have gone before you.
What a great bunch to be joining. |
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Breck Porter, Jr. (Jamaica Beach, TX )
November 12, 2002 |
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