Elsa Elizabeth Schweers of Hondo went to be with her Lord on Nov. 29, 2012, at the age of 102. She was born Aug. 12, 1910, in Quihi, the daughter of Albert Julious and Ida Breiten Mumme. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. The family moved to Vandenberg where she attended school through the 6th grade. With minimal formal instruction she learned to play the organ and by age 14 she was playing the organ at St. John's Lutheran Church in New Fountain. This was followed by playing the organ and piano at New Fountain Methodist Church for decades. On April 30, 1929, she married Andrew Schweers and they made their home on a farm in the Elstone area. Elsa was a wonderful partner, parent and friend. She was an active member and leader in the New Fountain United Methodist Church. Elsa was a loving mother and grandmother to four generations. She was firm handed, but was quick to smile or crack a simple joke. She provided an example and assurance of the peace that a steadfast faith in God can bring to everyone's life. Elsa will be missed dearly but her legacy will continue. Elsa was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Andrew; brothers, Walter, Roland and Emil; sister, Meta; daughter-in-law, Alma Schweers; and son-in-law, Marvin Pahmiyer. Elsa is survived by her children, William "W.J." Schweers of Devine; Richard and Sandi Schweers of Hondo; Margaret Pahmiyer, and Dorothy and James Schulte, all of Amarillo; grandchildren, Linda and Daniel Roeder of Amarillo, Gary and Stephanie Schulte of Grand Island NE, Bryan and Susan Schulte of Dickinson, Deann and John Riley of Allen, Jess and Danielle Schweers of Devine, Cynthia Schweers of San Antonio, Kevin and Debbora Schweers of Castalia NC, Renae Schweers of Chicago, IL; Jacob Schweers of Hondo; Lydia Aguinaga of Castroville and Clyde Sprott, Jr. of Dallas; 16 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral service was held at New Fountain United Methodist Church on Monday, Dec. 3, followed by graveside service at Oakwood Cemetery. Services were conducted by Rev. Mel Hazelwood and Rev. Gary Schulte. Pallbearers were Daniel Roeder, Jess Schweers, Kevin Schweers, Bryan Schulte, Rev. Gary Schulte and Jacob Schweers. Memorials may be made to New Fountain UMC or the charity of your choice.