Recent Obituaries

Mar 7, 2010

Clara Masanna Phillips was born November, 14, 1914 to John William Phillips and Nellie Edna Wood in Paris, Texas. Clara led a wonderful life of 95 years giving a gift of love to many before passing peacefully in her home on March 7, 2010. While Clara was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, she is survived by nephews,...

Mar 6, 2010

Joy L. Osteen, age 73, of Schertz, passed away March 6, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Osteen and sons, Dennis Osteen & Charlie Osteen. She is survived by her daughter & son-in-law, Karen & Gerald Fey, Schertz, TX; brother, Roger Blanchard, MO; grandchildren, Amy Fey, Schertz, TX, Kyle Fey & fiance, Stacy Coughenour, Temple, TX....

Mar 3, 2010

Shirley Ann Desso passed into the gates of heaven on March 3, 2010. Shirley was born on December 21, 1932. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Martin Donald Desso and her oldest son, Donald Desso. She is survived by her daughter, Sheila Desso, her sons, Scott Desso and his wife Darlene, Terry Desso and Joe Desso and his...

Mar 3, 2010

1953-2010 William 'Mark' Massengale W. Mark Massengale, 56, passed away unexpectedly in his home in Corpus Christi on March 3rd, 2010. W. Mark Massengale was born on March 24th,1953 in Odessa, Tx. He was the youngest son of five children born to William and Ada Massengale. He served in the United States Navy from 1973-1977 and went on to become...

Mar 2, 2010

MSgt. Charles Lloyd Ridge, U.S. Air Force (Ret) age 77 of Cibolo passed away on March 2, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Loyal Luke & Mary Lucille (Leonard) Ridge and his beloved wife, Shirley Winfred Ridge. He is survived by his children, Ronald Ridge & wife Elaine of Cibolo, Bryce Ridge & wife Michelle of Round...

Mar 2, 2010

Graciela Gracie Ofelia Rivas (nee Avila), passed away on Tuesday, March 2, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Daniel Rivas, Jr.; children, Martha Zylstra & husband, Jason of Pella, Iowa, Marisa Bautista & husband, Luis of Jacksonville, FL and Daniel Rivas III & wife, Misty of Port La Vaca, TX; grandchildren, Riley, Aurelia & Antonia Grace Zylstra, Matt, Noah,...

Mar 1, 2010

Dorothy Dot Harborth was born to Raymond A. & Laura (Wahl) Jentsch on March 14, 1947 in New Braunfels, Texas. She passed away on March 1, 2010 in New Braunfels at the age of 62. She was preceded in death by her mother, Laura Jentsch and husband, Dr. Kermit Harborth, DVM. Dot is survived by her sons, Karl Harborth &...

Feb 28, 2010

On February 28, 2010, Patrick W. VanDierendonk passed peacefully away. He was born May 22, 1949 in Billings, MT. He served 22 years in the U.S. Army and was a helicopter mechanic instructor for many years prior to becoming ill. In lieu of services, please send a donation in his name to your favorite charity or to the American Heart...

Feb 25, 2010

Jordan Stewart, beloved daughter, sister and friend, lost her life in a fatal single car accident Thursday, February 25, 2010. Jordan was born January 7, 1987 to Larry & Kaye Stewart in Houston, Texas. The family moved to New Braunfels in 1997. Jordan was incredibly proud to be a local ! She treasured everything New Braunfels stood for. Everyone she...

Feb 25, 2010

ALMA LOUISE CHAMBLISS June 13, 1942 " February 25, 2010 Alma (Louise) Chambliss of Cibolo, Texas went to be with the Lord on February 25, 2010 at the age of 67. She was born on June 13, 1942 in Miami, Florida to William Edward and Sara De La Vergne. She is preceded in death by her parents, brother, Bill De...

Feb 24, 2010

Robert E. Bob Lucas, Age 75, born April 16, 1934. Survived by wife Jerre S. Lucas of Schertz TX, children Robert E. Lucas, Jr., of Eagle Lake TX and wife Eve, Joe D. Frazier and wife Joy of Springfield MO, and Diana F. Payer and husband Michael C. Creamer, Jr., of Dallas. Survived by grandchildren Brynna Lee Lucas, Michael Brooks...

Feb 23, 2010

Wendell James De Rouen, age 52 of Schertz, passed away February 23, 2010 in Schertz. Wendell worked 20 years with Southwestern Bell as a lineman. He was preceded in death by twin brother and sister, Patrick & Patricia De Rouen. Wendell is survived by his parents, Joseph & Camella De Rouen; brother, David De Rouen and sister, Renee De Rouen....

Feb 23, 2010

Grace Ruggiero went to be with the Lord on February 23, 2010 at the age 82. She was born June 4, 1927 in Newton, Massachusetts to Joseph and Antonette Ruggiero. She is preceded in death by her parents and sisters Rose and Mary. Survivors include her brothers Rocco and Dominick and sisters Josephine OSullivan and Antoinette (Dolly) Ryan. Grace was...

Feb 20, 2010

Shirley Mae Kraft went to be with the Lord on February 20, 2010 at the age of 66. She was born August 13, 1943 in Frederick, OK to Roman and Edna (Hubertus) Kraft, Sr. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Roman Jr. Survivors include her brother, Dennis Kraft, sisters; Carol Kraft, Hope Mayer & husband, James...

Feb 20, 2010

Karen Olson, age 60, died Saturday, February 20, following a year-long battle with cancer. She was born October 9, 1949 in Seguin to parents Cleburne and Grace Soefje. Karen was a 1967 graduate of Seguin High and 1971 graduate of Texas Lutheran College. A life-long Lutheran, Karen actively served St. Johns Lutheran Church in San Antonio by designing and crafting...

Feb 16, 2010

William A. Bill Stanfill survived Legionnaires disease and cancer, and after battling the debilitating complications of Agent Orange exposure for the last several years, finally found peace on February 16, 2010 in San Antonio, TX. Bill was born on February 27, 1934, in Decatur, IL to H.D. Stan Stanfill and Lucille Tudor Stanfill. He is survived by his brothers, Dale...

Feb 12, 2010

Lawrence Pease, age 90 of San Antonio, passed away on February 12, 2010. A Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, February 22, 2010 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

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Feb 11, 2010

Joseph David Gordon of McQueeney, Texas died Feb 11, 2010 at the age of 70. He was preceded in death by his Parents, Glen & Josephine Gordon; wife, Shirley Gordon; Sisters, Jenny Buehler and Alice Wheeler; Brother, Glen Bud Gordon. Joe is survived by his daughter Lisa Alfaro & husband, Charlie of LaVernia TX; grandchildren, Kalin Skinner of LaVernia TX,...

Feb 8, 2010

John Joseph Gondos, 55, of Universal City died Monday, February 8, 2010. John was born April 15, 1954 to Emil and Rose Gondos. He earned a B.S. in English/Public Relations from the University of Pittsburg in 1984. He completed a career as an Army Officer in 1999. In 1991 he married the former Jennifer Jester. After completing the preacher training...

Feb 7, 2010

Nolberto T. Briceno, age 82 of Schertz, passed away on February 7, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cecilio & Jesusita (Trejo) Briceno; brother, Henry Briceno; sister, Theresa Gonzalez and grandson, Anthony John Flores. He is survived by his children, Hortencia Morales of San Antonio, Cecilio Briceno & wife, Esther of Dallas; Oliva Riley of Box Springs,...