Recent Obituaries
Joe Garcia, Jr.
Dec 29, 2024
Joe Garcia , Jr., 73, of San Antonio, Texas (Sandusky, Ohio) passed away December 29, 2024 after a brief illness.
He was born in Kingsville, Texas, December 19, 1951 to Jose Sr. and Maria G. Garcia, whom precede him in death.
He's survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Brenda (Bryant) Garcia, daughter, Phoebe Jo (Dodd) Dyess, grandchildren; Benjamin Merinn, Skyler...
Charles Royce Middleton
Dec 27, 2024
Charles R. (Chuck) Middleton passed into his heavenly home December 27, 2024 at the age of 86 at his home in Schertz, Texas. Fondly known as Chuck to most, he was lovingly called “Bud” by his siblings, nieces and nephews. Chuck was born in Lamesa, Texas on September 2, 1938 to TJ and Fannie Middleton.
Chuck was a life-long sports fan...
Betty Jean Waldrop
Dec 25, 2024
Betty Jean Childs Waldrop, of Schertz TX was born in Rome GA. She passed away December 25, 2024 at the age of 91 in San Antonio TX. She is preceded in death by her father, Johnny Childs; her mother, Gaynelle Mason; her brother, Johny Childs; her husband, Reb; her daughter, Amy; and numerous beloved pets and grand-pets. She is survived...
Shirli B. Sulser
Dec 25, 2024
Shirli B. Sulser, 71, beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandmother was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in the early hours on December 25, 2024. Preceded in death by infant son David Ray Sulser, Mother Shirley Jean Lapin and Father Ewell Earl Freasier, Sr.
Shirli was born in Los Angeles, CA on April 13, 1953. She attended...
Josephine W. Cross
Dec 24, 2024
Our beloved mother, Josephine W. Cross, went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at the age of 79.Born on November 11, 1945, in Boligee, Alabama, Josephine graduated from business school and served in the Federal Bureau of Investigation in an administrative role. She also worked as a crossing guard and retired as a corrections...
Janice Marie Cowart
Dec 24, 2024
A Graveside Service will be held at 12:00PM on Friday, January 3, 2025 at Hill Country Memorial Gardens.
Christopher James Beasley
Dec 23, 2024
Christopher James Beasley of Schertz, TX was born on March 16th, 2001, in Belleville, IL. Chris was tragically taken from us way too soon on December 23rd, 2024.
Chris is survived by his beloved momma, Marcy McDonald and his stepfather, Scott McDonald, his dad, James Beasley, and his stepfather Glenn Vaughn III. Chris was highly adored by his seven siblings, Lexi...
Kenneth Louis Wake, Sr.
Dec 23, 2024
Kenneth Louis Wake, Sr., a man of joy, love and unwavering loyalty, peacefully departed this world on December 23, 2024, at the age of 88. He passed at his home in San Antonio, surrounded by the warmth and devotion of his family, embodying a life well-lived and a presence that will be deeply missed.
Kenneth was the second of seven children...
Ronald C. Duffy
Dec 20, 2024
Ronald Duffy, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated community member, passed away peacefully on 12/20/2024. Born in Philadelphia and raised in Camden, he lived a life marked by service, dedication, and love.
He is survived by his wife, four children and seven grandchildren, who were his pride and joy. A proud patriot, Ronald joined the military right out of high...
Jacob Allen Thompson, Sr.
Dec 20, 2024
Jacob A. Thompson Sr., age 87, of Frisco, TX, joined his beloved wife, Lenora, in Heaven on December 20, 2024. Jake was a devoted husband, exemplary father, and a strong pillar of the community. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joel Phillip and Inez Rawls.
Growing up in Daytona, FL, Jake pursued a teaching degree at Bethune Cookman College....
Lelia May Hitchens
Dec 14, 2024
The Graveside Service for Lelia Hitchens will be held at 11:00AM on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery - Shelter 4.
Francisco Cantu, Jr.
Dec 14, 2024
In Loving Memory of Francisco "Pancho" Cantu Jr.
December 27, 1970 – December 14, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Francisco Cantu Jr., a beloved father, son, brother, and friend, who left this world on December 14, 2024, just days before his 54th birthday.
Born on December 27, 1970, to Francisco and Graciela Cantu, Francisco grew up...
Mary Elizabeth Real
Dec 14, 2024
Mary Elizabeth Shooter Real, 71, of Cibolo, TX, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 14, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on February 15, 1953, in Roswell, New Mexico, to Eugene and Clair Shooter.
Mary grew up in Abilene, TX in a military family stationed at Dyess Air Force Base. She attended McMurry University in Abilene TX and,...
Elizabeth Ann Gordon
Dec 13, 2024
Elizabeth Ann Preston, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2024. Born on July 8, 1959 to Ray and Angelita Olivarri, Elizabeth lived a life of faith, family, and service.
Elizabeth dedicated her career to serving military personnel and their families as a Human Resources professional for the US Air Force. Her kindness and commitment left a...
Cherece Ann Smith
Dec 11, 2024
Cherece (Cherrie) Smith
Peacefully passed away on December 11, 2024.
Cherrie Smith was born on September 3, 1953 in Pasadena, Texas to Wallis and Betty Smith. She attended school in Baytown, Texas. She was an Office Manager for two construction companies. She excelled in her work there and learned a lot about the construction business. She later worked for the Judson Independent...
USAF Master Sergeant Thomas C. Busch
Dec 10, 2024
Retired USAF Master Sergeant Thomas “Wheels” Busch walked on just after midnight on December 10th, 2024, his spirit on an eternal bike ride and pushed by a tailwind. He had spent the last four years defying the odds that the glioblastoma tumor in his brain had laid out, and knowing his limited time left on Earth, he lived life well.
Born...
Gary Edwin McDaniel
Dec 8, 2024
Major Gary E. McDaniel, devoted husband, father and grandfather flew west on 8 December 2024 at the age of 78. He was born in Toledo, Ohio on 2 February 1946 to Raymond and Golda McDaniel. Gary was the youngest of five children.
His unwavering dedication and commitment to serving his country began while attending Bowling Green State University (BGSU), Ohio where...
Sidney Jean Troxler
Dec 5, 2024
"Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised." Proverbs 31:30
Sidney Jean Johnson-Troxler, daughter of Rebecca and James Johnson, was born on February 27, 1978, in Seattle, Washington. She transitioned peacefully to her Lord on December 5, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Her father, James Johnson, and niece, Mercedes Johnson, preceded...