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Gerda Albertha Harrison

Gerda Albertha Harrison

Oct 5, 2025

HER LIFE’S REFLECTIONS

Mother Gerda Albertha Harrison

A Graceful & Beautiful Life

“I will dwell in the house of the Lord Forever”



Sunrise:

Mother Gerda Albertha Harrison, affectionately known as Aunty Pet, was born August 2, 1946, in Westmoreland (Berkshire District), Jamaica, the ninth of ten children to the late Caleb Green and Ida (Pryce) Green. 

Her Life:

Gerda grew up attending church and accepted the...

Marlene Jule Burns

Marlene Jule Burns

Sep 18, 2025

Mrs. Marlene J. Burns, 88, beloved wife of the late, William J. Burns, Jr., passed away on September 18, 2025, after a brief illness.

She is survived by her daughter Catherine Burns, grandsons; Justin Sadowski and Ivan Sadowski, and brother John Hyjurick. 

Marlene was born in Sunnyside, Pennsylvania, July 16, 1937 to George and Catherine Hyjurick. She was blessed to grow up...

David Donald Culbreth

David Donald Culbreth

Oct 3, 2025

David Culbreth, 75, of Schertz, Texas, passed away on October 3, 2025.

David proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and retired after 20 years, achieving the distinguished rank of Senior Master Sergeant. Following his military career, he continued his lifelong dedication to aviation and leadership through his work in civil service, where he led aircraft maintenance teams...

James Edward Hitt

James Edward Hitt

Sep 20, 2025

James (Jim) Edward Hitt, born at his family home in Vincennes, Indiana on January 20, 1940 and passed away on September 20, 2025 at his home in Schertz, Texas, with his partner, Cheryl Becker, beside him. 

After graduation, Jim joined the Indiana National Guard and served for 8 years. He then worked for Sears in Indianapolis as a salesman. Then he...

Viola Elizabeth Dries

Viola Elizabeth Dries

Jun 15, 2025

Viola E. Dries (nee Zimmerman) age 87, of Schertz TX passed away on June 15,2025. Vi transitioned to eternal peace with her family nearby holding her hand and comforting her. She was born on April 3, 1938 to Irene and Bernard Zimmerman in West Palm Beach, FL and remained there until she married in 1956 to Edward A. Dries. Vi...

Sally Kinsey Macias

Sally Kinsey Macias

Oct 13, 2025

Sally Nevette Macias, 82, of Schertz, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 13, 2025, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Though she had lived with cancer for many years, this last recurrence came unexpectedly and progressed quickly. She faced it with grace, courage, and peace.

Sally was born on January 22, 1943, in Spokane, Washington, to...

Margaret Streton

Margaret Streton

Oct 10, 2025

Margaret “Peggy” Streton, 86, of Schertz, Texas, formerly of Johnsonville, New York, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 10, 2025.

Peggy was married for 65 years to her devoted husband, Carlo Streton. Together they built a life filled with love and family. Peggy was the proud mother of two sons: Scott Streton (Pam) of Schertz, TX, and Mark Streton...

Fredrick William Donecker Jr.

Fredrick William Donecker Jr.

Oct 11, 2025

Fredrick William Donecker Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born on August 20, 1945, to the late Fredrick Donecker Sr. and Elizabeth Mary Donecker.

Fredrick is survived by his loving wife, Germaine Donecker; his two sisters, Rose and Tara; and his four children and...

Debbie Jo Velasquez

Debbie Jo Velasquez

Oct 11, 2025

Debbie Jo Morantes Velasquez of Cibolo Texas was born in San Antonio, Texas on May 9, 1981, to Robert and Natalia Morantes. She left to be with our Lord on October 11, 2025, at the age of 44.

Debbie was proceeded in death by her grandparents, Gabino Truelove Morantes, Hilario P. Vargas (Fermina Vargas), and Stella Fischer. She is survived by...

Ryley Matthew Trepagnier

Ryley Matthew Trepagnier

Oct 8, 2025

Ryley Matthew Trepagnier, 31, of San Antonio, Texas, was pronounced deceased on October 8, 2025. Ryley was born on June 7, 1994, in Landstuhl, Germany. He leaves behind a loving family — his mother, Lin Trepagnier; father, Kenneth Trepagnier (wife Cheryl Trepagnier); brothers, Zachary Trepagnier (wife Veronica Trepagnier) and Brody Trepagnier — as well as a niece, Delphine Trepagnier; and...

Sean Lewis Brathwaite Koon How

Sean Lewis Brathwaite Koon How

Oct 4, 2025

Sean Brathwaite Koon How, age 61, quietly passed away on October 4th at his parents house in Schertz, Texas and he went to be with the lord after a long battle with cancer, surrounded by Family.

Sean was born on August 25,1964 to Shirley and Claude Koon How in Trinidad and Tobago. And he moved to New York 1975 and then...

Barbara Leone Cyr

Barbara Leone Cyr

Oct 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Barbara Cyr, who left us peacefully on October 4, 2025, at the age of 83, in New Braunfels, Texas. She is lovingly remembered by her three adult children: Cindy Williams and her husband Randy, Ken Cyr and his wife Annette, and Melissa Moseley and her husband Kurt,...

Anthony Salvador Kiebler

Anthony Salvador Kiebler

Oct 2, 2025

Anthony "Tony" Salvador Kiebler, 69, passed away on October 2, 2025, in Universal City, Texas. Born on September 24, 1956, in Chambley, France. Tony lived a life marked by devotion to his family, integrity in his work, and a deep love for his community and favorite teams.

Tony was the beloved husband of Cheryll Bouressa Kiebler. Their marriage of thirty-six years...

Cody Lindsey

Cody Lindsey

Sep 30, 2025

Cody Wayne Burkett Lindsey, born in Borger, Texas on October 26, 1965, entered eternal rest on September 30, 2025, at the age of 59.

Cody will be remembered for his generous spirit, orneriness, and the love he showed to family and friends. He was a devoted employee and Project Engineer to Salof, LTD. He lived a life marked by dedication, kindness,...

Carolyn Holocher Duigon

Carolyn Holocher Duigon

Sep 26, 2025

Carolyn Holocher Duigon, 86, beloved wife of Theodore “Ted” Duigon, passed away peacefully at home in her sleep on September 26, 2025. Carolyn was born to John and Mary (Reinersman) Holocher in Covington, KY, on November 21, 1938. She grew up in Columbus, OH, with her older siblings Mary Joan Graham and John Francis Holocher. Carolyn was raised in Catholic...

Carol J. Kern

Carol J. Kern

Sep 25, 2025

Carol J. Kern was born on a Sunday, December, 13th 1936 and went to her heavenly home on a Thursday, September, 25th 2025. She was 88 years old and had resided at her home in Universal City, TX for quite a number of happy years.

Carol was born in Rein, Louisiana to Lily Mae Ellis and Walter Leblanc. She eventually moved...

Sandra Sue Gomez

Sandra Sue Gomez

Sep 24, 2025

Sandra S. “Sandy” Doyle Gomez returned to the arms of Jesus on September 24, 2025, at the age of 63. She was born on December 21, 1961, in Tachikawa, Japan, to Virginia and Arthur Doyle.

Sandy was a poet, homemaker, and wonderful cook. She was also a gifted gardener and painter, sharing her many talents with friends and family throughout her...

Chie Aguilar

Chie Aguilar

Sep 23, 2025

Chie Teruya Aguilar, 86, of San Antonio, Texas, went to be with the Lord on September 23, 2025, after bravely battling cancer and other illnesses for many years. She was born in Okinawa, Japan on September 4, 1939.

Chie was the second of nine children born to Rinei and Ushi Teruya. She was a survivor of WWII and often told us...

Rodney Roger Dovalis

Rodney Roger Dovalis

Sep 17, 2025

Rodney Roger Dovalis, age 87, of Bulverde, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.He was born on November 21, 1937, to Goldie Ione Shaw in Earl, Colorado, most likely in the family’s home. Earl no longer exists as a town, but in those days a small sign along the railroad tracks marked the spot so passengers would know where...

Barbara A. Schmoekel

Barbara A. Schmoekel

Sep 17, 2025

A visitation will be held for Barbara A. Schmoekel at Schertz Funeral Home on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 from 5 PM - 8 PM. The Funeral Service will be held at the St. John Lutheran Church in Marion on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, beginning at 10:30 AM, followed by a Graveside Service at the St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Marion.