Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Barbara Ann Shepherd

Barbara Ann Shepherd

Dec 5, 2025

A visitation will be held for Barbara Ann Shepherd on Sunday, December 28, 2025 from 5 pm- 8 pm at Schertz Funeral Home. The following day, Monday 29, 2025, the Funeral Service will begin at 11 am.

James Franklin Madison

James Franklin Madison

Dec 10, 2025

James Franklin Madison Jr

May 1,1937 – Dec 10,2025

Jim was born in Norwalk, Connecticut to James and Dorthy Madison. The eldest of seven children. Jim joined the army at the age of 17 and served his country proudly for 20 years. After retiring from the army, he retired with 26 years at Audie Murphy Veterans Hospital. Jim was an avid golfer....

Barbara Fortassain Scholze

Barbara Fortassain Scholze

Dec 9, 2025

Barbara Fortassain Scholze

June 10,1933 - December 9, 2025

Barbara Fortassain Scholze, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, went to live for eternity with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 9th. Her life was a beautiful testament to faith, love, and selflessdevotion to others.

Barbara Jean was born on June 10, 1933 in San Antonio, Texas to parents Lawrence Joseph and...

Michael Dean Marie

Michael Dean Marie

Dec 22, 2025

Michael D. Marie

September 18, 1941 - December 22, 2025

Mr. Michael D. Marie of Cibolo, Texas passed away on December 22 at 9:55 PM. Mr. Marie was born in Lincoln, Illinois, September 18, 1941. He was the son of Edmund and Hazel Marie of Peoria, Illinois and stepfather Ernest Self of Peoria.

Mr. Marie was a graduate of Manuel High School in...

Albert Joe Lovato

Albert Joe Lovato

Dec 17, 2025

SSG Albert Joe Lovato passed away at the age of 77, to be with the Lord and Savior on December 17, 2025. Born in small town Lyman, Nebraska to farmers Lloyd and Ruby Lovato.

A devoted patriot to his country, Albert joined the Army after High School in 1968 and served in the Vietnam War from 1969 to 1970. Albert was...

Shirley J. Birnbaum

Shirley J. Birnbaum

Dec 14, 2025

Shirley J. Birnbaum, age 90, of Schertz, Texas, passed away on December 14, 2025. Born on June 25, 1935, in Wichita Falls, Texas, Shirley was the beloved daughter of Thelma Brackeen and Leonard Stegall. She dedicated her career to serving the community as a bus driver for Judson ISD and was a faithful member of the Country Church in Marion.

Shirley...

Ian Leslie Straus

Ian Leslie Straus

Dec 9, 2025

Ian Leslie Straus, 73, of San Antonio, Texas, passed away on December 9, 2025, at his home surrounded by family after a battle with brain cancer. A beloved husband, father, and friend, Ian will be remembered for his sharp but humble intellect and his enthusiasm for his many pursuits and people he loved.

Born on July 15, 1952, in Fargo, North...

Armando Aguero

Armando Aguero

Dec 16, 2025

Armando Aguero was born on June 19, 1959, in San Angelo, Texas, to parents Maria C. and Presentacion Aguero.

After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Armando passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family in Schertz, Texas.

Armando dedicated more than a decade of his life to public service, proudly serving his community. His most impactful...

Bobby Earl Hinds

Bobby Earl Hinds

Dec 20, 2025

Bobby Earl Hinds of Schertz, Texas, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at the age of 63. 

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00AM on January 11, 2026 at Schertz Funeral Home Chapel. 

Carol Ann Richie

Carol Ann Richie

Dec 20, 2025

Carol Ann Richie, loving wife, devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully at home on December 20, 2025 at the age of 80.

Carol was born in Washington, DC on August 25, 1945, but grew up in Alexandria, Louisiana. She graduated in 1963 from Bolton High School. On July 4, 1964, she married Rowland Richie from Leighton, Alabama and would...

John S. Piekalski

John S. Piekalski

Dec 6, 2025

In Loving Memory

John S. "Jack" Piekalski 

June 5, 1946 - December 6, 2025

On an afternoon of December 6, 2025 at the age of 79, John S. "Jack" Piekalski's life was unexpectedly taken after a motorcycle accident in Boerne, Texas. He was on an event ride with his motorcycle family of brothers for a toy run to support charities for children in...

Michael Wayne Hawpe

Michael Wayne Hawpe

Dec 12, 2025

Michael Wayne Hawpe, 75, of La Vernia, Texas peacefully passed from this life on Friday December 12, 2025 surrounded by family after a brief illness. He was born April 20, 1950, in Pampa, Texas to Miller and Darlene Hawpe joining siblings, Monty & Linda and later another sister, Jenny was born to the family. Mike knew Jesus Christ as his...

William Thomas Harm

William Thomas Harm

Dec 10, 2025

William "Tom" Thomas Harm, of Schertz, Texas, passed away on December 10, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born on August 13, 1936, in New Haven, Michigan, to Herman and Marie Harm.

Tom graduated from high school in June 1954 and proudly enlisted in the United States Air Force on September 16, 1954. He faithfully served his country for...

Beatrice Vasquez Alamia

Beatrice Vasquez Alamia

Dec 7, 2025

Beatrice V. Alamia went to be with the Lord at the age of 95. She resided in Schertz, Texas and passed away on Sunday, December 7th of 2025.

Beatrice was born on July 30, 1930 in Gonzales, Texas to Juanita and Francisco Vasquez. She was married to Gantran Alamia and at her death was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church...

Brian Richard King

Brian Richard King

Dec 6, 2025

Brian King passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025 in Schertz, TX just a couple weeks shy of his 66th birthday. In the weeks leading up to his passing, he was accompanied by his adored cat Tippi while enjoying nature on the patio.

He was born in Washington D.C. on December 17, 1959 as the second son of Beasley and Claudette...

Eugene August Hubnik

Eugene August Hubnik

Dec 5, 2025

Eugene A. Hubnik: November 22, 1938 – December 5, 2025 Eugene August Hubnik of Garden Ridge, TX passed away on December 5, 2025, at the age of 87. Eugene was born in Cameron (Marak), TX to the late August A. and Mary C. (Sevcik) Hubnik on November 22, 1938. 

Eugene graduated from C.H. Yoe High School in 1956. After graduation, he...

Carol Jean Engstrom

Carol Jean Engstrom

Dec 2, 2025

Carol Jean Engstrom, 77, of Marion, Texas passed away on December 2, 2025.

Carol was born on October 11, 1948 to parents, Hugo and Helna Schulz. She graduated from Marion High School and later met and married her husband of 33 years, Mark Engstrom. Carol had many hobbies, including gardening, baking, motorcycle adventures, and dancing. Babysitting her great, great nephews, Lane...

Dora Bendele

Dora Bendele

Dec 2, 2025

Dora Alice Bendele, born January 14, 1942, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025. She leaves behind her children, Elmo W. Bendele Jr., Rudolph E. Bendele, William J. Bendele Sr., and Dora Bendele; as well as 6 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

Dora was a dedicated wife, mother, and “Nana” who spent many years caring for children in her community. For nearly...

Dorothy Dee Hall

Dorothy Dee Hall

Dec 2, 2025

With broken hearts—and deep gratitude for her beautiful life—we announce the passing of Dorothy Dee Hall, who went home to be with Jesus on December 2, 2025. Surrounded by love, she stepped peacefully into Heaven, where her health is restored and her joy complete.

Born on December 23, 1949, in San Antonio, Texas, Dorothy built a life centered on faith, family, and...

Darla Farris Corona

Darla Farris Corona

Dec 2, 2025

Darla Farris Corona, a beloved member of her family and community, was born on October 20, 1963, in Bryan, Texas. She departed from this life on December 2, 2025, in Sugar Land, Texas, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of love.

A proud graduate of Texas A & I University, Darla earned her Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology. Her...