Austin Statesman, 14 Oct 2010 Esther Beltz Trekell May 19, 1912 - Oct. 12, 2010 Esther Beltz Trekell, 98, left to be with the Lord in Heaven on Tuesday, October 12, 2010. She was born near Cherokee, Oklahoma on May 19, 1912 to David Beltz and Katy Reifschneider Beltz, German immigrants from Kutter, Russia. She was predeceased by her husband Frank and is survived by their sons, David (Linda), Truman (Jodie) and Stanley (April); seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Esther was a wonderful mother, wife, hostess, cook, artist, writer and friend. Her creativity inspired all of us. The family will receive friends from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, October 15, 2010 at Harrell Funeral Home, Austin, TX. Graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 16, 2010 at Forest Oaks Memorial Park, 6300 W. William Cannon, Austin, TX. Thanks to the staff at Clarewood House, Houston for their loving care.