Herbert G. Moenter

Herbert G. Moenter, 96, Batesville, died Sunday, Oct. 14, 2012, in Batesville, IN. He was born on May 26, 1916, in Batesville to Marie (Weglage) and Bernard Moenter. He married Thelma June Wernke June 30, 1945, at St. Louis Catholic Church. Children are a daughter, Brenda married to Jeff Moorman, sons Ron (wife Debbie), Eric (wife Kim) and Keith (wife Christy) and Kurt Moenter.

Occupations

  • Batesville Casket Co.
  • New York Central Railroad
  • Steinkamp’s
  • Batesville Home Outfitters
  • Tri-County Rental

Community Involvement

  • Member of the Knights of St. John
  • Junior Achievement Advisor
  • 12 years as Clerk-Treasurer for the City of Batesville

Love of Music

  • Was a member of the St. Louis Church Choir for 55 years
  • Singing the “National Anthem” and “My Country Tis of Thee” at the annual Memorial Day celebrations for 30 years
  • Member of the Eureka Band – played bass drum and cymbals
  • Played music with his sons at weddings and dances for 10 years
  • Music was a part of family holidays, singing and playing piano
  • Taught piano to students
  • Created a CD called “Hometown Music Man” of him playing all his favorite songs on the piano