Geraline Anna Schneider
Jul 19, 2013
Geraline "Gerry" Stiegler Schneider, age 89 & 1/2 of Hondo, was embraced by God July 19, 2013. She was born and raised in Hondo and was the eldest daughter of Edgar and Ella Frerichs Stiegler. Gerry was a member of the Lutheran faith and trusted in God throughout her life. During WWII, she met her loving husband, Richard Schneider of...
Charles E. Fusselman, Jr.
Jul 13, 2013
Charles E. Fusselman, Jr., born in San Antonio, Texas on June 24, 1930 went to be with the Lord on July 13, 2013. Charles is survived by his son, Gary L. Fusselman; grandson, Nathaniel Fusselman; and by 4 great-grandchildren. Charles and his late wife, Loretta were active members of the Alamo Air Stream Club, including Charles being Air Stream President...
Glenrose Brucks Saathoff
Jul 10, 2013
Glenrose Georgia Saathoff was born in Hondo on January 8, 1925 to Alfred and Ella Brucks. Glenrose was baptized and confirmed into the Methodist faith. On September 4, 1941, Glenrose married Arnold Saathoff and joined St. Paul Lutheran Church, where she taught Sunday School and sang in the choir. They began their life together on the farm in the house...
Amy Melton Gray
Jul 9, 2013
Amy Melton Gray, age 88, of Hondo passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2013. Born, Sept. 1, 1924, in Yancey, she was the daughter of William Briscoe and Mary Viola (Nixon) Melton. Amy was a longtime resident of Hondo and a faithful member of First United Methodist Church. She was a loved and loving wife and mother, devoted to her husband...
Douglas Eugene Cole
Jul 8, 2013
Douglas Cole, age 51, of Hondo, known to his friends as "Maverick", passed away Monday, July 8, 2013, at the family farm. The second son of George Lyndal and Velda Ann (Wipff) Cole, Doug was born July 26, 1961, in Kerrville and resided in Boerne until 1965 when his family moved to Hondo to live in the country. After his...
Douglas Jerome Fuos
Jul 7, 2013
Douglas Jerome Fuos, age 88, of Kerrville, formerly of Hondo, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2013. Born Oct. 15, 1924, in Hondo, he was the son of Walter J. and Clara Louisa (Schweers) Fuos. He was a graduate of Hondo High School, Class of 1942, and Draughon's Business College in San Antonio in 1943. He joined the U. S. Army...
Anita Elma Pleasant
Jul 7, 2013
Anita Elma Pleasant, age 63, of Helotes passed away Sunday, July 7, 2013. Born in Dallas, July 6, 1950, she was the daughter of Raleigh R. and Betty (Smith) Pleasant. Anita was an accounts clerk with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. She loved tracing her family roots. She was a devoted mother and grandmother and a beloved daughter, sister and friend....
Agnes Becker Mechler
Jul 7, 2013
Agnes Anne Becker Mechler passed away on July 7, 2013 at the age of 78. Agnes was born to Edward William Becker and Cecilia Becker on Feb. 17, 1935. She was raised in Macdona, Texas and went to Catholic School in Lacoste. She married William John Mechler on Sept. 4, 1950. Agnes won numerous awards for her cake baking at...
Eleen Rosalie Brucks
Jul 4, 2013
Eleen Rosalie Brucks, age 100, of Hondo passed away Thursday, July 4, 2013. Eleen was born Sept. 13, 1912, in Hondo to Ernest and Louise Hartman. At Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Quihi, she was baptized March 23, 1913, by L. Hoefer; was confirmed Sept. 13, 1925, by Rev. C. P. Hasskarl; and was married to Herbert J. Brucks Oct. 20, 1937,...
William J. Mechler
Jun 27, 2013
William John Mechler, affectionately known as Bill to his friends, passed away on June 27, 2013, at the age of 86. He was the son of John Henry and Josephine Zinsmeyer Mechler and was born on December 3, 1926. William lived a life of service to others. He began his service to others by serving as a sergeant in the...
Victoriano Gauna
Jun 26, 2013
Victoriano D. Gauna, age 80, of Yancey passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2013. Born Nov. 17, 1932, in Yancey, he was the son of Domingo and Sesaria (DeLeon) Gauna. He was a lifelong farmer. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Ernesto, Gregorio, Tomas and Abelino Gauna, Juanita Jaramillo and Tomasita Sarabia. Survivors include his sister, Luisa...
Loyd D. Witte
Jun 25, 2013
Loyd D. Witte, age 81, of Hondo, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2013, at his ranch in Yancey. Born Feb. 23, 1932, in Somerville, he was the son of Otto John and Lydia (Schultz) Witte, who preceded him in death. He became a child of God through baptism on May 20, 1932, and was confirmed Aug. 5, 1945, at Immanuel...
August J. Turner
Jun 14, 2013
August J. "AJ" Turner, age 84, of Sabinal passed away Friday, June 14, 2013. Born Jan. 8, 1929, on the family farm near Sabinal, he was the son of August Alex and Josephine (Braden) Turner. He graduated from Sabinal High School and Texas Tech University. He served as an MP in the U. S. Army in Europe during the Korean...
Richard Charles Schulte
Jun 11, 2013
Richard Charles Schulte, age 75, of Hondo, passed away June 11, 2013, at home. He was born Dec. 10, 1937, in Hondo to Henry J. and Lorrine (Saathoff) Schulte. Richard was a 1956 graduate of Hondo High School, a 1961 graduate of The University of Texas, where he proudly played Longhorn football and received a Bachelor's degree in History, and...
Martha Jane Schlentz
Jun 11, 2013
On June 11, 2013, Martha Jane (Meeks) Schlentz Dawson, age 80, of Midland, formerly of Hondo, left this life to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Martha Jane Meeks was born August 16, 1932, to James Earl and Willie (Hunter) Meeks in Alpine. After graduating from nursing school, she became a Registered Nurse. She worked as a dedicated...
Ray Orlanda Neyland
Jun 7, 2013
Ray Orlanda Neyland, age 94, of Yancey passed away Friday, June 7, 2013. Born in Pawhuska, OK, March 14, 1919, he was the son of Quinton Orlando and Beulah (Carraway) Neyland. He was a proud member of the United States Air Force, serving 22 years including WWII and Korea. Ray leaves a legacy of service and love to all who...
Petra P. Gonzales
Jun 4, 2013
Petra Perez Gonzales, age 91, of Hondo, passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2013. Born January 16, 1922, on the Monkhouse Ranch, near Hondo, she was the daughter of Jose and Lydia "Lillie" (Flores) Perez. Petra was a loving individual, enjoyed life and being with family and friends. She was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need....
Maxine Leinweber
May 31, 2013
Maxine (Mayfield) Leinweber, age 89, of Uvalde, passed away Friday, May 31, 2013. Born April 12, 1924, near Sinton, she was the daughter of John Clinton Sr. and Mary Frances (Nelson) Mayfield. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Homer Leinweber; brothers, Preston "Tony", Gerald Lee and John Clinton Jr.; and sisters, Marjorie Mayfield, Lily Ann Yett and...
Thomas George Callahan
May 24, 2013
Thomas George Callahan, age 73, of rural Hondo passed away Friday, May 24, 2013. Born in Brooklyn, New York to George Callahan and Marie Weigert, he led a colorful life. He served in the US Coast Guard in air/sea rescue operations and especially enjoyed his time stationed in Alaska. Tom was very proud that he was a NY City Fireman...
Jiles Milton Dunn
May 24, 2013
Jiles Milton Dunn, age 91, of Hondo, passed away Friday, May 24, 2013. Born Dec.15, 1921, in Ricardo, Texas, he was the son of Carey and Mayme (Simmons) Dunn. Milton served in the U.S. Army Air Corps in WWII. He was a John Deere farm equipment salesman. He is preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Marilyn Noakes...
