Recent Obituaries
Larry Stephen Smedley, Sr.
Sep 8, 2026
Chaplain (Lieutenant Colonel) Larry Stephen Smedley, Sr., 83, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away on September 8, 2026.
Larry was born July 16, 1943, in Placerville, California, to Harold A.J. Smedley and Mona Gwendolyn Barnes. He entered the U.S. Army on August 7, 1962, beginning his jump training at Fort Benning, GA before being stationed at Fort Bragg, NC. After completing...
Donald Lee Steele
Sep 25, 2026
Donald Lee Steele, 85, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 25, 2026 (what would have been his mom’s 106th birthday). Born in October 1940, in Granite City, Illinois, he spent his childhood in Carbondale, Illinois, Fort Worth, and then Dongola, Illinois. Don lived a life devoted to family and country.
The son of a Baptist preacher, he worked hard...
Patricia Ann Ritchie
Oct 6, 2026
Patricia Ann Ritchie
Devoted mother and wife
Patricia Ann Ritchie “Patty, Pat”, 72, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at her home in Schertz, TX, with her family by her side.
Patricia was born on September 30, 1954, in San Antonio, TX, to Chester and Vivian McVeigh.
She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who dedicated her life to the...
Rene H. Gonzalez
Sep 21, 2026
A visitation will be held for Rene H. Gonzalez on Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Schertz Funeral Home beginning at 5 PM followed by the Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7 PM. Friday, October 16, 2026 a Funeral Mass will be held beginning at 11:30 AM at the Church of the Good Shepherd.
Military honors will be rendered at Fort...
Robert Brown Gayle
Sep 30, 2026
Robert Brown Gayle, a resident of Schertz, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2026, at the age of 74, after a courageous, hard-fought, and very long struggle with his health, surrounded by his loving Family and Friends. Born on December 27, 1951, as the oldest twin, Robert lived a life full of devotion to his family, friends, and community....
Joyce Bernadine Roberson
Sep 26, 2026
A visitation for Joyce Bernadine Roberson will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026 at Schertz Funeral Home beginning at 12 PM, followed by a Funeral Service at 1 PM.
Steven Larry Tucke
Oct 3, 2026
Steven Larry Tucke, known to family and friends as Larry, passed away on October 3, 2026, at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas, at the age of 73. A lifelong Texan, devoted husband, father and grandfather, Larry will be remembered for his strong faith, love of family, passion for music, and his remarkable ability to solve just about any problem...
Robert C. Weiske
Oct 3, 2026
A Memorial Visitation will be held for Robert C. Weiske on Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Schertz Funeral Home beginning at 1 PM.
Gilberto Mendez, Jr.
Sep 30, 2026
Gilberto Mendez Jr., 87, a longtime resident of Schertz, Texas, went to be with the Lord on September 30, 2026. He was born on September 22, 1939, in Laredo, Texas, to Gilberto Mendez Sr. and Esperanza Donovan. As the eldest son, Gilbert was a cherished member of his family and carried that same devotion to his own family throughout his...
Velia Ramos Barnes
Sep 27, 2026
Velia R. Barnes of San Antonio, 84, passed away on September 27, 2026 at her home in Cibolo, Texas. A devoted mother, wife and servant of her Catholic faith, Velia is survived by her children, Veronica Tally, Stephen Barnes and Susette Barnes.
Services will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help on October 8th at 10:30 AM.
In lieu of flowers,...
Leslie Jean Darlington
Sep 23, 2026
I wish everyone to know that my dear lovely wife, Leslie Jean Darlington, passed quietly in her sleep yesterday morning. She had been battling uterine cancer, and seemed to pull through it well. But 2 weeks ago, something happened and she spiraled down. She is survived by her husband Daniel, and sisters Pamala and Katy. She was 71 years old....
Janet Ellice Spencer
Sep 22, 2026
Janet Ellice Spencer, a beloved mother, grandmother, and wife, peacefully passed away on September 22, 2026, in New Braunfels, Texas, at the age of 82. Born on August 10, 1944, in San Antonio, Texas, Guardie Jefferson Moore and Bertha Mae Schnitz Moore.
A graduate of Thomas Edison High School in 1962, Janet cherished the simple joys of life. She found happiness...
Andre DeVelle Gholson
Sep 19, 2026
Andre DeVelle Gholson, a cherished husband, father, and brother, entered eternal rest with the Lord on September 19, 2026. Born in Harvey, Illinois, to James Gholson and Rowena Brill, he leaves behind his wife of 34 years, April Gholson, and their three beloved daughters, Paris, Olivia, and Alana Gholson.
Andre worked as a registered nurse consultant for the Critical Care Air...
Mary Kathryn Houchin
Sep 18, 2026
Mary Kathryn (Mitchell) Houchin, 90, of Garden Ridge, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 18, 2026.
Mary was born on August 6, 1936, in Tamms, Illinois, to Walter F. and Helen (Wilson) Mitchell. She graduated from Tamms High School in 1954 and went on to attend cosmetology school.
On May 25, 1956, Mary married the love of her...
Meta Lou Meek
Sep 18, 2026
Our Beloved Mother, Meta Lou (Triesch) Meek of Schertz, born on April 28, 1927, passed away at the age of 99, in her home on September 18, 2026.
She is survived by her children, Tracy Meek (Jackie), Linda McCartney (Gary), Larna Gauntt (Pat), Troy Meek (Brandie), Grandchildren; Marlina Meek, Chris Meek (Tracy), Kalley McCartney (Daniel), Larissa Davee (Bubba), Trisha Moore, Chrystal...
Thelma Inez Nelson
Sep 16, 2026
Thelma “Tam” Inez Nelson, 79, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend, was called to her eternal home on September 16, 2026. Tam was born on June 28, 1947, in McPherson, Kansas, the daughter of Mary Roberta (Baker) and Harold Wilfred Crowdes, Sr.
Growing up in Marquette, Kansas, she formed many cherished friendships that she maintained throughout her life. Friends...
Euna Maude Harrell
Sep 13, 2026
Euna Maude Harrell December 4, 1934 – September 13, 2026
Euna Maude Harrell, 91, of Schertz, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home on September 13, 2026.
Born on December 4, 1934, in Gilmer, Texas, to Samuel Lester Webb and Willie Maude Webb, Euna grew up in Longview, Texas. She met the love of her life, Norman David Harrell, when he delivered...
Odilia Avila Aguilar
Sep 7, 2026
Odilia Avila Aguilar was born on January 7, 1944, and peacefully passed away on September 7, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas.
She was born in Del Rio, Texas to Teresa and Andres Avila. She lived there with her sister, then moved to San Antonio, Texas as a young adult to follow her dreams. Soon after relocating to San Antonio, Texas, Odilia,...
Richard "Frank" Franklin Dansby
Sep 7, 2026
Frank Dansby, age 80, of Spring Branch, Texas, born Richard Franklin Dansby on June 10, 1946 in Florida, passed away surrounded by family on Monday, September 7, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas, after unexpected complications from open heart surgery.
Fittingly, Frank passed away on Labor Day, and his intense work ethic and responsibility to family was evident as he started working...
Robert Vincent Dooling
Sep 6, 2026
Robert “Bob” Vincent Dooling, 88, passed away September 6th, 2026.
Bob was born in Boston, Massachusetts, August 9th, 1938, to Thomas and Ellen Dooling. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, friend, and airman who touched countless lives in each of those roles. He was soft-spoken, but firm, and loved his family with unfailing conviction.
Bob met Janet Cave in San...
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