Murray Munson Friedholm

Murray Munson Friedholm passed away, Saturday, December 17, 2005. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 pm, Wednesday, December 21 at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home Chapel. Burial to follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be from 6-8pm, Tuesday, December 20 at the funeral home. Mr. Friedholm was born July 31, 1926 to George and Rhoda Friedholm. He grew up in Waco and graduated from Waco High School. He entered the Army Air Force during World War II and returned home in 1949 to marry his first wife Carol Ann Elms. A part of the Austin Engraving Company for 26 years, he also owned Star Printing Company during that time. He was an active member of Lakewood Christian Church and United Commercial Travelers. Murray never met a stranger. He loved fishing and boating, trying new food combinations and was reportedly the best waffle maker in Waco. His love of life and gentle spirit defined a man who was rarely angered and never held a grudge. Murray was blessed to have been a part of three loving families. In 1975, Murray married Nedra Gresham, who passed away in 1988. Her children, Mike, Pat, and Kim Gresham along with their wives, Glenda, Barbara and Tracy, and children Tara, Drew, Shea, Brandon, Justin Bohannan and Chelsea are part of Murray’s extended family which he loved dearly. He is survived by his loving wife, Gladyce Manley Friedholm; his children, David, DeAnn, Lugene and Kenneth Friedholm. Together, their families include David’s wife, Linda, a granddaughter and son-in-law, Amber and Ryan Sterling of Dallas; Ken’s wife Helen, their children Ashley and Brandon of Lorena; Gladyce’s daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and Larry Camp; step-granddaughter Lesley and her husband David Bush, and step-grandson Anthony Camp, all of Louisiana, all of whom loved him dearly. For those who wish, donations may be made to Vista Hospice Foundation, 2626 B South 37th Street, Temple, TX. 76504 or Lakewood Christian Church in Waco. The family invites you to leave a message or memory in our “Memorial Guestbook” at www.wilkirsonhatchbailey.com. Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey