Recent Obituaries
Mark D. Armstrong
Jul 27, 2023
Mark Douglas Armstrong passed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on July 27, 2023, at the age of 51, after a brief battle with brain stem cancer. Mark was born on January 21, 1972, at Wilford Hall in San Antonio to Pansy and Wade Armstrong Jr. He grew up in Helotes, Texas, and graduated from John Marshall...
Cheri Tillman
Jul 26, 2023
Cheri Ione Tillman, age 73, of Schertz Texas, passed away 26 July 2023 at Legacy at Forest, Ridge in Schertz, Texas. Cheri was born 26 April 1951 to Everett Huisenga and Ardola Jenssen in Sac City Iowa. On 11 July 1970, Cheri was united in marriage to Clinton Tillman in Storm Lake Iowa. Cheri was a proud military spouse and...
Eliot Charles Harris
Jul 24, 2023
Eliot Charles Harris, a kind hearted and generous man with an exceptional spirit left this earth to begin his celestial journey on July 24, 2023. He was born on January 20, 1967 in Dallas, Texas to Walter Ernest Harris and Carol Jane Roberts. Eliot's life was a testament to the power of perseverance, the importance of family and...
Robert Wesley Potts, Sr.
Jul 23, 2023
Robert Wesley Potts, Sr., affectionately known as Bob Potts by his friends, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 79 years old. Bob was born on April 16, 1944, in Pulaski, Virginia to the late James R. Potts and Rose Bransfield Potts. He was the oldest of 3 boys; the late...
Capt. Zane A. Pion
Jul 22, 2023
Zane Aaron Pion was born in Burlington, Vermont on April 4, 1988 to his parents Pierre Pion and Rhonda Dauzat Pion Jacks. At the age of 35, he passed away at his Michigan home on July 22, 2023. Zane and his brother, Zachery Dauzat, grew up together in a military home and lived in several states, as well as...
Elaine D. Ostrowski
Jul 21, 2023
Elaine D. Ostrowski, 74, of Schertz, Texas passed away on July 21, 2023. She was born March 27, 1949 in London, England. Elaine is preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, John, her parents Wilbur and Malvina, and sisters Anne and Frances.
She is survived by her sons Paul (Heather) and Kevin (Suzanne). Grammie will be greatly missed...
Lillian Schmoekel
Jul 21, 2023
Lillian Schmoekel, born on May 10, 1930, in San Antonio, peacefully passed away on July 21, 2023, in Marion, Texas. She was surrounded by her loving family during her final moments.
She was born in San Antonio, Texas to Lillie Flessner and Gus Doan on May 10, 1930.
Lillian was a cherished wife to Marvin Schmoekel. Their love and partnership...
Teirany Brianna Anderson
Jul 18, 2023
Teirany Brianna Anderson, born on November 16, 2002, in San Antonio, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 18, 2023. She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories.Teirany was a bright soul with a free spirit and a pure loving heart. Her positive outlook on life and her strength served as an inspiration to those around her....
Alejandro Lozano Jr.
Jul 18, 2023
Alex Jr. Lozano, 42, of El Paso, Texas, died July 18th, 2023 surrounded by close friends and family. He was born August 26th, 1980, to Alejandro and Luz Lozano. Alex is preceded in death by his father Alejandro. Alex is survived by his daughters Brianna, Natalie, Anissa, Alexis and Sofia; sons Sirus, Alejandro III, Dominique, Elijah Jobee, Christian and...
Wilfred James Dean, Jr.
Jul 15, 2023
In loving memory of Wilfred James Dean Jr, known by Jimmy to all his family and friends, was born on March 14th, 1944. Residing in Schertz, Texas, he passed away on July 15th, 2023, at the age of 79. In his final days, he was surrounded by close family. Jimmy was raised by Maxine and Wilfred Dean in McAllen, Texas....
Brigadier General James Henry Doty, Jr.
Jul 12, 2023
Brigadier General James (Jim) H. Doty passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 12, 2023, at Northeast Baptist Hospital in San Antonio. He was surrounded by his family as he received his final orders to return to the Lord.
Born in Pittsburgh, Kansas, he was the beloved son of James Doty, Sr. and Mary Owens. Jim was preceded in death...
Annie Lee Blumberg
Jul 11, 2023
Annie Lee Blumberg, 95, of Schertz passed away peacefully on July 11, 2023. She was born September 8, 1927 in Guadalupe County and lived there the majority of her life.
Annie married her sweetheart Donald Blumberg on April 6, 1946. Together they reared a family of three sons. Annie enjoyed the simple things in life and was devoted to her family....
Marlene L. Neal
Jul 11, 2023
Marlene L. Neal, age 68, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away at home in Schertz, Texas on Tuesday, July 11, 2023.
Marlene was born on April 21,1955 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late William and Dolores Longacre. She graduated from John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls’ High School in 1973 and grew up in Roxborough, Pennsylvania.
On April 21,...
Shashikant J. Vasavada
Jul 11, 2023
Shashikant J. Vasavada, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on July 11, 2023, in Cibolo, Texas. Born on January 1, 1933, in India, he lived a remarkable life that touched the hearts of all who knew him.
Shashikant dedicated several years of his life to serving his country. He proudly served in the Indian Military, exemplifying bravery...
Arthur Leo Penaloza
Jul 10, 2023
Art Penaloza was born on July 31, 1949 in San Antonio, Texas to Joe and Mary (Saenz) Penaloza.
He is survived by wife Barbara of 52 years, son Wes (wife Amanda), daughter Kristy (husband Rob), grandchildren Kayla, Derek, and Cara, great grandchildren Carter and Andrew, siblings Marty (wife Essie), Betty (partner John), Tony (wife Angie), along with many in-laws, cousins,...
Norman K. Stedman
Jul 10, 2023
Norman “Norm” Stedman passed away on July 10th, 2023 in Katy, TX. He passed peacefully with his family at his side. Norm was born on February 10, 1933 in Glidden, IA. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Shirley Stedman, his son: Wyatt Stedman and wife Donna, his daughter: Ellen Kauffman and spouse Keith (deceased), his five...
Victor Enrique Boyce
Jul 9, 2023
Victor Enrique Boyce, SFC, USA (RET), of Ancon, Zona del Canal, Panama, was called home to be with the Lord on July 9, 2023. He was born on April 19, 1947, to Harold and Iris Mae (White) Boyce. Victor, the most loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather is survived by his wife, Maria Lilia; son, Michael, Daughter Tania (Yarnell) Rickett;...
Glenn Allen Beard, Sr.
Jul 7, 2023
Glenn Allen Beard, Sr, 89, of Schertz, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 7, 2023. He was born November 22, 1933, in Jackson, Mississippi, to Gaston Simmons and Mary Ellie (Pitmon) Beard. Glenn liked telling that his mother had him on 11/22/33 to make it easy for him to remember his birthday. His family moved to...
Betty Lou Lerche
Jul 7, 2023
Betty Lou Lerche, 92, passed away on July 7, 2023 at her home in Schertz, TX.
Betty Lerche was born on December 18th, 1930 in West Virginia to Russel Lee and Murial Hamilton.
Betty married Myron Lerche in Marion, TX in 1950 in Guadalupe County.
Betty had five children; Richard, Jeannie, Barbara, Donald, and Holly Lerche. Betty is survived...
John Stuart Grossenbacher
Jul 6, 2023
John Stuart Grossenbacher born November 10, 1959 in Eagle Pass, Texas passed from this life on July 6, 2023 at his home in San Antonio.
John was the son of Jerome Francis Grossenbacher, Sr. and Olga Elizondo Grossenbacher. John attended Our Lady of Refuge Catholic School, Eagle Pass High School (Class of 1977) He briefly attended the University of Texas...