Henry (Hank) Frank Matula

Henry (Hank) Frank Matula went home to sing and play his guitar in God’s heavenly band and to reunite with the love of his life, his wife of 55 years, Rosalie Joyce Matula.  Henry peacefully departed this world on September 19, 2020 in his home with loved ones by his side.

Henry loved God, family, and country. He proudly served his country as M.P. in the U.S. Marine Corps at Subic Bay, Philippines during Korean War. Shortly after returning, he met Rosalie Joyce Emmite and they were married.  He was a professional musician who loved Country Western Music and worked as a fry cook until he obtained his barber’s license and became a barber by day and musician by night. He also worked as a nurse’s aide assisting senior citizens. He and Rosalie partnered together in many businesses, including Hank’s Barber Shop and Pat & Jack’s Music store.  Henry, his wife, and their children performed music at many VFW, American Legion, and Eagles Halls, as well as celebrations, bazaars, and fairs in a family band he named “The Rhinestones”. He and Rosalie were long term members of Shrine of the True Cross and later, St. Mary’s.  He was a life time member of American Legion Post 490 and the Katolická Jednotá Texaská (KJT).

Henry was born to Josef and Emilie Matula and is survived by brothers, Joe Matula and Theodore Matula.  He was preceded in death by his siblings, Emil Matula, Edward E.  Matula, William J. Matula, Sybil Wood, and Evelyn Mays.

Henry will be missed by his daughters: Jacqueline Valcoviak, husband Bruce; Patricia Lynn Becker, husband Todd; and also his sons: Henry Matula, Jr., wife Tanya, Mark Matula, Jonathan Matula, Patrick Carr; and 8 of his 9 grandchildren: Christen Valcoviak, Chad Valcoviak, Clarissa Valcoviak, Caleb Nunez, Christoffer Nunez, Isabella Nunez, Brandon Matula, and Devon Matula.  Henry is now reunited with Rosalie, their stillborn son, Joseph Anthony and grandson, Tyler Valcoviak.

Visitation will be held on Friday, September 25, 2020 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM with Deacon Russ Carroll leading the Rosary at 6:30 PM in Henry and Rosalie’s home.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Saturday, September 26, 2020 at St. Mary of the Expectation Catholic Church in League City, Texas with Father John Kappe officiating.  Immediately following, Deacon Andy DeYoung will officiate a graveside farewell and Interment at Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery in Dickinson, Texas.

Pallbearers: Chad Valcoviak, Caleb Nunez, Christoffer  Nunez, Brandon Matula, Devon Matula, and Bruce Valcoviak.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution in honor of Henry Frank Matula to:  Camp Hope, 9724 Derrington Rd, Houston, TX 77064, https://ptsdusa.org or Gulf Coast Epilepsy Alliance https://gceatx.org/ways-to-give

Special Thanks to Dr. Aquino, Ms. Roda K., Ms. Jessica R., Mark Crowder and those who assisted our family through this journey.  May God’s face shine upon each of you!

15 comments

  1. He taught me how to play guitar. His smile and sharing his gift has been a joy in my life and will continue to go with me for the rest of it. My condolences

    Johnny Grady
    • Thank you John for sharing your remembrance. God bless you and your family💛

      Jacqueline Valcoviak
  2. May God’s angels wrap their arma around each of you during this difficult time. I have for memories of hanging out with you guys in LaVernia and singing with
    Uncle Henry playing guitar and of stopping by the barber shop to see Uncle Henry on the way to see Aunt Evelyn. Your parents were great people. I’m sorry for your loss, Nancy Matula Veit

    Nancy Matula Veit
    • Nancy, thank you for your kind words! We all remember your mom, sibling’s and grandmother’s acts of kindness every time we came to visit💛. Our heartfelt thanks 🙏

      Jacqueline Valcoviak
  3. So sorry for the loss of you father. I always love when you all posted family gathering and him singing. Thank you so much for sharing with us. Sending love and prayers to your family.

    Bonnie Emmitte
    • Bonnie, thank you. I will never forget the day we bumped into you and Gus at the Texas City clinic😊good memories 🙏God bless you both💛

      Jacqueline Valcoviak
  4. Emil, Margaret, and I will keep all of you in our prayers. We remember the days we spent with your family at our house when you visited. We also remember Incle Henry’s love of music. You all filled our lives with music. We are making a donation to Camp Hope! Love, Jarolyn

    Jarolyn Popp
    • Jarolyn, Maggie, and Emil Jr. Your family was such a significant blessing to our family and I thank you with all my heart for sharing your family time with us. Dad loved playing music… And because he loved playing music so much, It became a way of life as we knew it for our family. Thank you so very much for the donation to Camp Hope♥️

      Jacqueline Valcoviak
  5. I enjoyed taking care of Hank on the weekends. I was hired by Jackie his daughter. She had everything so wonderfully organized and his routines. He liked his root beer float from Mc Donalds. May the Lord bless his soul. Tiffany his weekend caregiver 😊🌻

    Tiffany R. Shenoda
    • Tiffany,
      Thank you so much for your kind words. May God bless you in your endeavors and thank you for the times you assisted our dad💛May God bless you for your acts of kindness ♥️

      Jacqueline Valcoviak
  6. Will be there tommorrow. I bet heaven is having a celebration with all his music.
    He lived a good life. Bless the family . Music will continue. **

    Doris Naegelin
    • Doris,
      Thank you so very much for coming all the way from Lytle♥️Dad absolutely loved your family and you always put a smile on his face. I will never forget the time you spent with him after Aunt Evelyn’s funeral and how much that meant to him. God bless you and your family♥️

      Jacqueline Valcoviak
  7. Emil, Margaret and I made a $150.00 donation to Camp Hope in memory of Our Uncle Henry. May God send his peace to all of you. We know he is in a better place. We know you will miss him as we miss our dad and mom!

    Jarolyn popp
  8. Emil, Margaret and I made a $150.00 donation to Camp Hope in memory of Our Uncle Henry. May God send his peace to all of you. We know he is in a better place. We know you will miss him as we miss our dad and mom!

    Margaret Schauffelr
    • Maggie, thank you so very much your kind words and for sharing your family with us. We will never forget the acts of kindness extended by your family at any hour of the day or night when we came to San Antonio. Thank you for the donation to camp Hope. God bless you and your family♥️🇺🇸

      Jacqueline Valcoviak

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