Henry Gilbert Weinzapfel

Mass of Christian Burial for Henry G. Weinzapfel, age 92, of Muenster, Texas will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, January 10, 2026 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster. Burial was in Sacred Heart Cemetery. A Rosary and Vigil will be held at 6:00 PM on Monday, February 9, 2026 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster. Mr. Weinzapfel died in Muenster on Friday, February 6, 2026. Born on October 19, 1933, Henry was the seventh child of J.M. and Julia (Meurer) Weinzapfel. He attended Muenster schools, and after graduation attended St. Edward’s University. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1954-1956. Upon his return, he and Janie Hellman were united in marriage at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on June 23, 1956. He earned a B.S. in Industrial Arts at North Texas State University and after graduation, went to work at Muenster State Bank in January, 1958. He continued as a full-time employee/officer for almost 44 years, retiring as President in September 2001. He continued to serve the bank as an active board member until January 2025. He served Muenster State Bank as a full-time employee/officer/director for a combined 67 years. Henry was involved in many community organizations, including being a charter officer/member of the Muenster Jaycees in 1963, president of the Muenster Chamber of Commerce, a charter member of the Muenster Kiwanis Club, and a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Henry was a long-time member and officer of both the Muenster Water Board and the Muenster Industrial Foundation, and he was a member of the Muenster City Council. He was proud to have served as the mayor of Muenster from 1995-2007. An aviation enthusiast, Henry enjoyed flying and reading about airplanes. He was an early member of Freedom Field Airport in Lindsay, and he also served as a volunteer pilot for Angel Flight, an organization that provides transportation for those needing medical care. Henry was a talented woodworker, and he enjoyed spending time at his ranch. He was beloved by his friends and family and was grateful to have lived a long and full life. Henry is survived by his son Ronnie Weinzapfel and wife, Tina, of Muenster; daughter Milissa Roper and husband Chuck of Hendersonville, NC; son Robert and wife, Christine, of Muenster; and son Joe and wife, Kristen, of Muenster, eight grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. He is survived by two sisters, Juanita Bright and Mary Elizabeth Birden and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Janie Hellman Weinzapfel, parents, J.M. and Julia Weinzapfel, siblings Robert Weinzapfel, Agnes Hellman Weinzapfel, Reverend Monsignor Thomas Weinzapfel, Dora Weinzapfel Jackson, Reverend Joe Weinzapfel, and infant daughter Milinda. Memorials may be made to Muenster ISD Education Foundation, Muenster Hospital Healthcare Foundation, or the Muenster Volunteer Fire Department.

Henry Gilbert Weinzapfel

October 19, 1933 - February 6, 2026