William Henry Schacht, age 91, of Sequin, Texas, formerly of Green Bay, Wisconsin passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2009. Visitation was held on Friday, May 22, at Tres Hewell Mortuary from 3 to 7 p.m. A rosary will be led by the 4th degree Knights, Saturday, May 23, today, at 9 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Sequin, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. Msgr. Dennis Darilek officiating. ;
Friends may call Tuesday, May 26, after 10:30 a.m. at Fort Howard Memorial Park, 1350 North Military Avenue, Green Bay with the funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. with Deacon Jim Gauthier officiating. Full military honors will follow. Burial will be at Fort Howard Memorial Park. ;
William was born on November 27, 1917 in St. Maries, Idaho to Henry William and Marion Gallagher Schacht. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. He will be remembered as the chef for the Green Bay Packer's summer camps. William was an active member of the Knights of Columbus Council #3412 and Assembly #2055 in Sequin. He had been a member for over 46 years and a 4th degree Knight for over 40 years. He served as a Grand Knight and District Deputy. ;
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lorraine Schacht; daughter, Patricia Louise Lindquist; son, Henry William Schacht; his parents; and his brothers, Charles Schacht and Jim Schacht. ;
Survivors include his sons, Daniel J. Schacht and wife, Patricia Louise and Bryan K. Schacht; daughter, Regina Lee; son-in-law, Robert Lindquist and wife, Judy; brother, Donald Schacht; sister, Donna Ekerman; grandchildren, Cindy Gustafson and husband, Randy; Rob Lindquist and wife, Krystal; Laura Kuehl and husband Craig; Michele Howard and husband, Erik; Henry Schacht; Ana Roe and husband, Jason; Daniel W. Schacht and wife, Elaine; and Jammie Locke; 12 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. ;
Memorial contributions may be made to any Catholic charity of choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.lyndahl.com. ;
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