Wilfred "Willie" Schoenfeld

Wilfred “Willie” Schoenfeld, 87, of Yoakum, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2023.
Visitation began at 1 p.m. Friday, June 16 with funeral service at 2 p.m. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, with Pastor Alsen Wenzel officiating.
Burial followed at Hermann Sons Cemetery under the direction of Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home, Yoakum.
He was born on June 16, 1935 in DeWitt County to Walter and Adela Rathke Schoenfeld.
He was a graduate of Yoakum High School. He was a crane operator for off-shore drilling and exploration working in Nigeria and Africa and was a lifelong member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church. After his retirement he enjoyed working with his cattle and hunting with friends.
Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Mildred Kneifel Schoenfeld; four nieces, one nephew, great-nieces and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Lorene Glass (Grady); and brothers, Norwin Schoenfeld (Roy Evelyn) and Herman Lee Schoenfeld.
Memorial contributions may be given to Holy Cross Lutheran Church or donor’s choice.
Online guest book may be signed at www.thielecooper.com.