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Clifford Warren Loudon

Clifford Warren Loudon

Sep 25, 2026

Clifford was a wonderful son, brother, uncle, husband, father and grandfather who loved his family dearly. His children and grandchildren meant the world to him, and he cherished the time he spent with them.

After high school in 1965, Clifford enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. After suffering an injury and spending about a year recovering, he was honorably discharged....

Dina Alicia Robinson

Dina Alicia Robinson

Nov 2, 2026

Dina Alicia Robinson passed on November 2, 2026.

A Funeral Service will be held for Dina on Saturday November 7, 2026, at 4:00 pm located at Schertz Funeral Home.

Robert C. Weiske

Robert C. Weiske

Oct 3, 2026

Robert Charles Weiske, 86, of Cibolo, Texas, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

Robert was born on March 6, 1940, in Fairmont, Minnesota, to Carl and Frieda (Linnemeyer) Weiske. On March 17, 1962, he married Karene Anderson, and they shared more than 64 years of marriage, spending most of those years in St. Peter, Minnesota.

Robert proudly served his country in...

Nicole Elizabeth Doyel

Nicole Elizabeth Doyel

Oct 16, 2026

In Loving Memory of Nicole Doyel

October 9, 1974 – October 16, 2026

A Life of Faith, Perseverance, Determination, and Love

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nicole Doyel, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished friend. Nicole lived a life defined by perseverance, determination, unwavering faith, and unconditional love. Through her strength,...

Nancy Allison Bowers

Nancy Allison Bowers

Nov 1, 2026

Nancy Allison Bowers passed away on November 01, 2026

A Funeral Service for Nancy will be held on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 11:00 PM at Schertz Funeral Home. 

Mario Armando Hernandez Jr.

Mario Armando Hernandez Jr.

Nov 1, 2026

Mario Armando Hernandez Jr. went to be with God after a long struggle with Frontotemporal Dementia on November 1, 2026; he was 68 years old. Mario was loved by all. He was a pillar of strength and an exemplar of perseverance. He was a diehard San Antonio Spurs fan and loved sports. His love of sports and dedication to his...

Norma Jean Gentry

Norma Jean Gentry

Oct 30, 2026

Norma Jean Gentry died peacefully on October 30, 2026, in New Braunfels, TX, at age 93. Our lives are richer for having known her.

Norma was born in rural Linden, Iowa, to Clarence and Fern Burnham. She received her education in Bellevue, NE, where she met Alton Gentry, whom she married. Norma and Alton were married for 56 years, and she...

Marva Haas Cooper

Marva Haas Cooper

Oct 22, 2026

In lieu of flowers, please send donations in the name of Marva Cooper to River City Hospice (River City Hospice Foundation, P.O. Box 20595, Beaumont, TX 77720, 1-877-537-4837).

Marva Cooper was born in Michigan City, Indiana on May 9, 1936 to Marvin and Pansy Haas. After her mother died when she was very young, her father married Gladys Erickson, who formally...

Miguel "Mike" Cavazos

Miguel "Mike" Cavazos

Nov 1, 2026

Miguel Cavazos passed away on November 1, 2026. 

A Memorial Service for Miguel will be held Friday, November 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM at Schertz Funeral Home.

Eileen Clark

Eileen Clark

Oct 14, 2026

Eileen Clark, affectionately known as “Lene,” was born on January 8, 1960, to the late Jesse Brackett and Dorothy Mae Clark. A proud graduate of John McDonogh Senior High School, Class of 1979, she continued her education at Southern University at New Orleans, where she studied business.

A beloved figure in the St. Bernard community, Lene dedicated much of her life...

Phyllis Ann Spitzmesser

Phyllis Ann Spitzmesser

Oct 26, 2026

Phyllis Ann (Jones) Spitzmesser

September 14, 1942, to October 26, 2026

On October 26, 2026, Phyllis Ann (Jones) Spitzmesser passed away peacefully at home surrounded by those she loved and is now rejoicing in Heaven.

Born September 14, 1942, Phyllis was the 7th of 10 children born to Elizabeth and Charles Jones in a small rural town in Southern Ohio. During her senior...

Luis Antonio Ortiz

Luis Antonio Ortiz

Oct 30, 2026

A visitation for Luis Antonio Ortiz will be held at Schertz Funeral Home on Tuesday November 17, 2026 beginning at 5 pm, with the Recitation of the Holy Rosary to begin at 7 pm. The Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday November 18, 2026 beginning at 11:30 am at the Church of the Good Shepherd. Military honors will then...

Hanameel Elioref Barrios

Hanameel Elioref Barrios

Oct 23, 2026

Hanameel Elioref Barrios, affectionately known as “Elio,” was born July 2, 1955, in Tejutla, San Marcos, Guatemala, and passed away October 23, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas, at the age of 71.

A devoted Baptist minister, gifted communicator, and compassionate servant, Elio dedicated his life to sharing his faith, comforting others, and serving his communities. His journey from humble beginnings in...

Clarence Calvin Woods Sr.

Clarence Calvin Woods Sr.

Oct 30, 2026

A visitation will be held for Clarence Calvin Woods Sr., on Monday November 30, 2026 beginning at 5 PM at Schertz Funeral Home. Tuesday, December 1, 2026 a Funeral Service will be held beginning at 11 AM. Military Honors will then be rendered at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery beginning at 1:15 PM.

Monica Ann Knutson

Monica Ann Knutson

Nov 24, 2026

Monica Ann Knutson, 93, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 24, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and devotion to her family and church.

Born and raised in Park River, North Dakota, Monica was the daughter of Harold and Molly Schlenk. She attended school in Park River and married after graduating from high school. Throughout her long and meaningful...

Gerald Joseph Raymond Jarvis

Gerald Joseph Raymond Jarvis

Nov 3, 2026

Gerald Joseph Raymond Jarvis passed away on November 3, 2026.

At this time there are no services pending.

Leo Vangjel

Leo Vangjel

Oct 27, 2026

Leo “Van” Vangjel, 96, passed away on October 27, 2026. 

Van was born on April 1, 1930, in Concord, New Hampshire. He enlisted in the United States Air Force at age 18 and completed basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. 

While stationed at an air force base near Norwich, England, he met Betty Lilian Wells. They were...

Elfriede Brewer

Elfriede Brewer

Oct 19, 2026

Elfriede Reitmaier Brewer

May 14, 1933 – October 19, 2026

Elfriede Reitmaier Brewer, known and loved by nearly everyone simply as “Nanny,” passed away on October 19, 2026, in Live Oak, Texas, at the age of 93.

Elfriede was born on May 14, 1933, in Munich, Germany, to Lorenz and Thekla Reitmaier of Erding, and grew up on a small family farm in...

Sandra Moselle Smith

Sandra Moselle Smith

Oct 19, 2026

Sandra Moselle (Blackwood) Smith, 83, of Schertz, Texas, entered into eternal rest peacefully on October 19, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her beloved sons, extended family, and dear friends.

Born on June 16, 1943, Sandra was the second daughter born to the late Norman Lou and Vondie Clarence Blackwood. During her childhood, the Blackwood family relocated from Georgia to the...

Holly Lynnett Lessard

Holly Lynnett Lessard

Oct 18, 2026

In Loving Memory of Holly Lynnette Lessard

Holly Lynnette Lessard was born to Margaret Lessard and George Lessard in Germany on February 28, 1971, during one of her father’s many military assignments. After their time in Germany came to an end, the family returned to her father’s hometown, where Holly graduated from Samuel Clemens High School.

Shortly after graduating, Holly was blessed...