Edgar Allen Rothlisberger

Edgar Allen Rothlisberger, a beloved rancher and farmer, passed away on May 6, 2025, in Corpus Christi, Texas, at the age of 79.

Born on December 23, 1945, in Beeville to Edgar and Helen Mae (Faktor) Rothlisberger, Allen lived a life filled with hard work, family commitment and a deep love for the land he nurtured. He was a graduate of A.C. Jones High School and married his sweetheart, Beverly Jane Thomas, on December 22, 1989, in Beeville. Allen laid the foundation for a fulfilling career as a rancher and farmer, where he dedicated himself to his craft and the agricultural community.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar and Helen Rothlisberger; and one son, John Vanecek.

Survivors include his loving wife of 35 years, Beverly Jane Rothlisberger; sisters, Carolyn (Don) Havelka and Terry Sassin; brothers, Kenny Rothlisberger, Joe Rothlisberger, Garry (Laura) Rothlisberger and Dale Rothlisberger; sons, Randy (Kelly) Rothlisberger, Lee (Katie) Rothlisberger and Shane Vanecek; and daughters, Lisa (David) Booth, Shelley (Mark) Brooks, Amber Rothlisberger and Katelynn Rothlisberger.

The legacy of love he created continues to shine through his grandchildren, Michael Booth, Kayla Booth, Gage Brooks, Ashley (Phillip) Murphy and Cheyenne, Logan, Clifton, Hayden, Kynlee and Paislie Rothlisberger; as well as eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 9, at Galloway & Sons Funeral Home in Beeville with a Rosary to be recited at 7 o’clock that evening.

The funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 10, at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father Richard Gutierrez officiating. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery in Skidmore.

Pallbearers will be Chris Thomas, Paul Thomas, Jason Thomas, Justin Thomas, Jace Rothlisberger, Lane Rothlisberger, Kyle Rothlisberger, Kris Havelka and Cameron Havelka.

Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Jason Havelka, Matt Havelka, Keith Havelka and Hayden Rothlisberger.