Larry J. Erben

Larry J. Erben, a life-long resident of New Braunfels, passed away at home on Thursday afternoon, September 5, 2024 at the age of 83. Larry was born on February 7, 1941 in New Braunfels to Harry Erben and Veronica Friesenhahn Erben. Mr. Erben graduated from Southwest Texas State University as a Business Major and went on to serve as a manager until retirement for two different companies, Wickes Lumber and Midtex Oil Co. Mr. Erben was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Barbara Gerth and her husband, Oscar. Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Marylou Erben; children, Leahnn McGee and husband, Danny, Marla Edler and Holly Ennis and husband, Christian; grandchildren, Katie Torres and husband, Matt and their children, Sebastian and Theodore, Jake Standard and wife, Sidney, Jaxson Brown and wife, Jamie and their son, Waylon, Ayden and Callen Edler and Landon Ennis. In addition, Mr. Erben is survived by his sister, Carol Stein; brother, Ronnie Erben and his wife Mary Kaye. A Celebration of Larry’s life will be held from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at Herbert’s (formerly Schwamkrug’s Garden) 1440 N. Walnut Ave. in New Braunfels.