Recent Obituaries
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
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
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
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,...
Mario Armando Hernandez Jr.
Nov 1, 2026
Mario Armando Hernandez Jr. passed away on November 1, 2026.
A visitation will be held for Mario on Tuesday November 10, 2026, at Schertz Funeral Home from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A service will be held the following day, Wednesday November 11, 2026, at Good Shepherd Catholic Church beginning at 11:30 am.
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
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
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
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...
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
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.
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
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...
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
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
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
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...
Kyle Patrick McWhinnie
Oct 18, 2026
Kyle Patrick McWhinnie passed on October 18, 2026.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Kyle at Schertz Funeral Home on Saturday October 31, 2026 at 10 AM.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to The Fisher House in memory of Kyle.
Noriko Paulk
Oct 12, 2026
Noriko Paulk was a dreamer who loved spontaneous adventure, especially by rail. In her most authentic and free-spirited way, Noriko crossed the platform at Life’s last station to board the train for her Greatest Adventure on October 12, 2026. She was a youthful 89!
Noriko was born in Hokkaido, Japan on April 4,1937, as the youngest of four children to Ei and Takeshi Onoue....
Carmen Lee
Oct 10, 2026
Carmen Lee
November 21, 1944 – October 10, 2026.
Carmen Lee, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away surrounded by the love of her family.
Born November 21, 1944, in Pleasanton, Texas, Carmen was the daughter of Beatrice Lopez and the late Felix Lopez. She married John Lee on November 28, 1969, in Savannah GA, beginning a marriage and partnership that...

