Victor Joseph Dolezal

Victor Joseph Dolezal, 83, of Gonzales, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. He was born March 28, 1943, in Shiner, Texas, to Thomas Dolezal and Annie Tesar Dolezal. Victor married Susie Vordenbaum Denman on June 25, 1994, at the First Methodist Church in Gonzales. He was a member of First Methodist Church and the Gonzales Elks Lodge.

Victor attended school in Gonzales, where he excelled in football, basketball, and track. Following his graduation from Gonzales High School, he proudly joined the Texas National Guard, serving honorably for two years. After moving to Houston, Victor worked for United Record Distributors for many years before eventually returning to Gonzales. It was there that he established his own lawn care service, affectionately known as "Lawn Ranger," which he operated until his retirement.

Known to many as Vic, he had a wonderful sense of humor and truly enjoyed making people laugh. He was an avid Houston Astros and Texans fan and seldom missed an opportunity to cheer on his favorite teams. Whether sharing a good laugh, enjoying a ballgame, or simply visiting with those around him, Vic had a way of making time together special.

Above all, Vic adored his family. He treasured every opportunity to spend time with them and was especially proud of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who lovingly knew him as "Paw-Paw." He could sit and visit with them for hours, always taking a genuine interest in everything they did. Their accomplishments, activities, and everyday lives brought him great joy, and the time he shared with them was among his greatest treasures.

Vic and Susie also shared a love of travel, enjoying trips to foreign lands and experiencing the beauty of different cultures. He occasionally enjoyed a visit to the casinos for a game or two of chance, but no matter where life took him, family remained the most important thing in his life.

Victor leaves behind a loving family who will cherish his memory, his humor, and the countless special moments they shared. He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Ann Henry (Tim); son, Craig Alan Dolezal (Trisha Pipkin); grandchildren, Ashley Michelle Daniel (Josh) and Heather Michelle Keyser (James); and great-grandchildren, Hailey and Hudson Daniel, and Kinsley and Kolton Keyser.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Susie; his parents, Thomas Dolezal and Annie Tesar Dolezal; and ten siblings.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 9, 2026, at Seydler-Hill Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Seydler-Hill Funeral Home, with Dr. Matt Pennington officiating. Interment will follow at Hermann Sons Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kenny Hodges, Ronnie Kresta, Tim Henry, James Keyser, Josh Daniel, and Glen Dolezal. Honorary pallbearers will be Hailey and Hudson Daniel and Kinsley and Kolton Keyser.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Methodist Church Children's Ministry. Friends may leave their condolences to the family by visiting www.seydlerhillfuneralhome.com.

Services are under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home.