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Melvin “Tex” J. Biediger

Date of Death: March 10, 2016

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Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Sunday 3/13, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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Monday 3/14, 10:00 am

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Monday 3/14

Melvin James “Tex” Biediger, passed away on Thursday, March 10, 2016 at his residence.

He was born in 1939, in Hondo, Texas. He was a 1957 graduate of St. Louis High School in Castroville, Texas. He enlisted in the United States Army and served for the White House Communication Agency, from 1958-1968. During his Army service he served under President Eisenhower, Kennedy and Johnson. He was employed as a Civil Servant with the Federal Government until his retirement in 1993.

Melvin was an active member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church where he served as an usher and financial aide. Tex was a kind and loving man who was known for his love of faith, family and friends. He can be remembered for his passion for gardening, his home and the great outdoors. He thoroughly enjoyed showing friends and family the beauty and history of The Shenandoah Valley. Tex will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

On June 29, 1963, Melvin married Mary Jo Clark.

Melvin, who was affectionately known as “Tex” by his family and friends in Virginia, was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Olivia Biediger; sister, Barbara Biediger Groff-Haby; brothers in law, Lawrence Groff, Emmett Haby and Terry Lawrence.

He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Jo Clark Biediger of Winchester, daughter, Marlene Sterrick and her husband Dan of Vienna, WV; son, Michael Biediger of Odenton, MD granddaughter, Courtney Sterrick of Vienna, WV; grandsons, Chris and Luke Biediger of Odenton, MD; brothers, Patrick and his wife Janet, Vincent and his wife Caroline both of Castroville, TX, Claude and his wife Lynette of Bandera, TX, Dennis and his wife Karen and Wayne and his wife Deborah both of La Coste, TX; sisters in law, Pat Lawrence of Winchester, Barbara and her husband Larry Abrell of Clear Brook, VA as well as numerous nephews, nieces and friends.

The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1:00-3:00 PM at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 10:00 AM on Monday at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church with Father Stanley J. Krempa officiating. Interment will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Winchester, Virginia. Military Honors will be afforded by V.F. W. Post 2123.

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
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Sunday 3/13, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Location Not Available
Monday 3/14, 10:00 am
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Location Not Available
Monday 3/14

Melvin James “Tex” Biediger, passed away on Thursday, March 10, 2016 at his residence. He was born in 1939, in Hondo, Texas. He was a 1957 graduate of St. Louis High School in Castroville, Texas. He enlisted in the United States Army and served for the White House Communication Agency, from 1958-1968. During his ArmyContinue Reading

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Steve Blankinship left a message on March 16, 2016:
Sad to hear of his passing, Tex was a friend and mentor to me. My prayers of comfort are with his family..
Susie Weaver Dove left a message on March 14, 2016:
Mrs. Biediger: I wanted to express my condolences to you, Marlene and Mike. I was sorry to hear about Mr. Biediger and was reminiscing about the times we enjoyed all the fruits and veggies from your garden and him driving to work with Daddy. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time
Jeff Zirkle left a message on March 14, 2016:
My Dad, who passed away in 2013 was very fond of Mr. Biediger having worked with him at the White House Communication Agency. I am very sorry for the family's loss and please know that all of you will be in my prayers. He was kind and gentle and we had the honor of fishing in his beautiful pond there. Rest In Peace.
Bobby L. Childress left a message on March 14, 2016:
TEX. a great friend, a great person. My condolences to his great family. May he rest in peace.
Sylvia & Mike Tschirhart left a message on March 13, 2016:
Mary Jo & family, we will miss Melvin's easy laugh and not being able to see him again on his Texas visits. Thank you both for your hospitality on the occasion of our visit to your beautiful home some years ago. He was a true & kind gentleman. , Sylvia (Reichert) Tschirhart
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Marsha DeHaven left a message on March 12, 2016:
Mary Jo and family, I am so sorry to learn of Tex's passing. He was a very fine . gentleman and I will always hold very fond memories of him.
Ann Smith left a message on March 12, 2016:
Mary Jo, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. Hold tight to your memories and know that God will comfort you and bring you peace.
Andrea Kempf Christman left a message on March 12, 2016:
MaryJo, Mom and Dad and I have fond memories of visiting you and Melvin and enjoying the bounty of your lovely garden. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Andrea Christman, Mark & Roselyn Kempf
Brenda Gravlin left a message on March 11, 2016:
Mary Jo, I am so sorry to hear about Tex. You and he were a beautiful example of what a loving relationship is all about. May God Bless You Always.
The Sargents left a message on March 11, 2016:
Jerry and I are so deeply sorry for your loss. May God grant you comfort and peace.
The Sargents left a message on March 11, 2016:
Jerry and I are so deeply sorry for your loss. May God grant you comfort and peace.
Ann Grim left a message on March 10, 2016:
Mary Jo and family, Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. Tex was such a great person! Of course my memories go back a long way and even though Mike has only known him a short time, we both thought so much of him! Please know you all will be in our prayers and thoughts. May you find a little comfort knowing your have a circle of love surrounding you and you can count us in that circle. Love, Mike & Ann Grim
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