Carl Otto Goerlitz was born February 9, 1948, in Sugar Land, TX, to Alfred Carl Goerlitz and Judith York Goerlitz, who preceded him in death. He died January 28, 2014, in Sugar Land, TX.

A graduate of Dulles High School in Sugar Land, TX, he was an electrician by trade and a devout member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. He was a lover of the land, especially enjoying gardening. The happiest days of his life were spent river rafting the Guadalupe River and camping in New Braunfels. He enjoyed barbecuing and football. Carl will be remembered for his great sense of humor and his impeccable comedic timing. He was a very generous and kind soul. He loved his children and family, and he especially loved time spent with his grandson, who knew him as "Papa".


Survivors include his daughter, Lara Kathyleen Goerlitz and husband, Michael Hummel of Houston, TX; son, Mark Carl Goerlitz and wife, Emmanuelle of Paris, France; grandson, Raphael Charbonnier Goerlitz, of Paris, France; brother, Alton Goerlitz of Owasso, OK; sister, Martha Parchman, of Rusk, TX; and numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives.


Memorials may be given in his memory to a charity of choice.


Arrangements are under the direction of Garmany & Carden Funeral Directors, 1201 Fourth Street, Rosenberg, TX 77471 (281)342-4671.