Allen and Bernice Scheel Kahlden were married on Oct. 20, 1952, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ellinger, Texas. When he was honorably discharged from the Army on Jan. 4, 1956, Allen came home and was employed by S. K. Seymour Lumber Yard. In February 1966, Allen began his career in the oilfield with Superior Oil Company in Ramsey, Texas. When the plant closed, Allen was moved to the gas plant in Altair, Texas. Allen retired from the oilfield in 1993 and was able to enjoy his hobbies full-time. He always kept a sizable herd of cattle and could tell you all of the specifics on each one. Allen took great pride in his large garden as well. He spent countless hours growing many different types of vegetables and would bring them home to have Bernice can them. After he retired, Allen spent his mornings discussing current topics and drinking coffee with the crew at Colorado Feed. Allen shared his love of hunting and fishing with his children and later with his grandchildren.

Allen and Bernice enjoyed attending their grandchildren’s activities; from football games to baseball games, dance recitals, and rodeos.

Allen was a member of the St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and American Legion Post #383. Allen was preceded in death by his wife, Bernice, sister, Dorothy Kahlden Zinkula and her husband George, brother, Quentin Kahlden, brothers-in-law, Willie Mazac and Allen Hammack, and his parents Werner and Mary Frers Kahlden.

He is survived by his son, Thomas (Patty) Kahlden of Caldwell, and daughter, Patti (Mark) Parks of New Ulm. His grandchildren, Kolby Kahlden of Columbus and Sarah Parks of New Ulm, his sister, Helen Hammack of Columbus, and sister-in-law, Elsie Kahlden of Columbus. Allen is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Wednesday, July 19, 2023, from 5-7 p.m. at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas. Parish prayer service and rosary will follow at 7 p.m.

Funeral mass will be held Thursday, July 20, 2023, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Columbus at 10 a.m. with Father James Dvorak officiating. Visitation at the church will be from 9-10 a.m.

Burial will be in St. Anthony’s Catholic Cemetery in Columbus, Texas.

Pallbearers are David Mazac, Dwight Mazac, Jerry Marusik, Dwayne (Red) Williams, Larry Huebel, and Kolby Kahlden.

The family would like to thank the staff of Columbus Oaks Assisted Living, Columbus Oaks Nursing Center, Amedisys, Dr. Jorge Duchicela, and Dr. Bart Klaus. In addition, the family would also like to thank the Huebel, Wavra, and Marusik families for their visits and generosity.

Memorials may be made to St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, P.O. Box 669, Columbus, Texas 78934 or to the charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be given at www.hennekefuneralhome. com.