Recent Obituaries

Feb 17, 2023

An obituary for my mom. Prepare a simple culmination of a lifelong journey that spanned 9 decades onto one page? How can that be possible? I find myself at a loss, a huge hole in my life. Words struggle to flow from this broken heart. But this is not about those she left behind. We each, in our own...

Feb 16, 2023

Beatrice Leon Saunderson of Garden Ridge, TX went to be with the Lord, surrounded by her family on Thursday, February 16, 2023 at the age of 72. She was born in San Antonio, Texas on December 8, 1950 to her parents Felix and Beatrice Leon.

She was a Property Manager at Val Verde Apartments for over 40 years, and...

Feb 15, 2023

Priscilla Ann Gonzales entered the gates of heaven on February 15, 2023. Priscilla was a 52-year-old true Texan, born and raised in San Antonio, Texas on November 26, 1970. She battled glioblastoma and passed with her family by her side.

Priscilla grew up in Live Oak, Texas and graduated from Judson High School. Priscilla was an outdoor...

Feb 14, 2023

Russell Wayne Miller, age 67, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2023 in his home surrounded by his family after a long illness. Russ was born in 1955 in Shreveport, La. He joined the Marines in 1975 and married in 1977. Russ retired from the Marines as a Gunnery Sergeant after 20 years. He loved navigating in a C130....

Feb 13, 2023

Pedro Morales, Jr. of Universal City, Texas, passed away on February 13, 2023, at the age of 74.

He was born on September 21, 1948, to Hermina Morales in San Antonio, Texas.

He joined the United States Marine Corp in 1969 and served in the Vietnam War, until he concluded his service with the Marine Corp...

Feb 13, 2023

Sharon Dee Ivie Kunka, 76, of Marion, TX passed away on Monday, February 13, 2023. She was born on June 6, 1946 in Shattuck, OK. She was the daughter of the late R.A. and Orpha Ivie. Sharon grew up in Follett, TX and graduated in 1964. She married Kay A Kunka in 1968 and received her Bachelors of Science...

Feb 12, 2023

“On Sunday morning February 12 , 2023, Oraphun Vongtip passed away peacefully at age 88 after 9 months battling with cancer. Oraphun was the biological mother of two children. However, many people considered Oraphun a surrogate mother.

Oraphun Vongtip was born in Bangkok Thailand on November 20, 1934. Oraphun is survived by her two son Supamit (Suppie)...

Feb 11, 2023

Billy Bob Black, born May 31, 1962 in Del Río, Texas passed away in the early morning of February 11, 2023. Billy Bob spent much of his life as a cowboy and bull rider, with a brief acting career in the film "8 seconds". He owned and operated Tri B Construction and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and being outdoors. Billy...

Feb 10, 2023

George “Dusty” Rhoades was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, and friend. He was born February 8, 1942, to Ruby Howard and T.A. Rhoades and passed away on February 10, 2023, at the age of 81. He was generous, open-minded, and full of integrity. He loved spending time with family, golfing, dancing, fishing, and working on his many...

Feb 10, 2023

Mario A. Torres was 55 when he passed away on February 10th, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Mario was born in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico. He was a great student and athlete; he loved playing different sports and was good at everything. Mario was proud of his service to his country, having served 26yrs in the Army. His stout...

Feb 9, 2023

Marie Garza Medina was born to Federico and Maria Ana Escobedo Garza on Sunday, August 7, 1927, in Runge, Texas.  She departed this life at the age of 95, at home surrounded by loved ones, on February 9, 2023, in San Antonio.

Marie was raised in San Antonio where she attended Burbank High School. She met her...

Feb 8, 2023

Allen Ray Meckel, beloved Father, Husband, and friend passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loved ones on Feb 8, 2023, at the age of 80. He was born to Alvin P and Mary L (Coker) Meckel on Feb 9, 1942, who have preceded him in death. He’s survived by his wife of 33 years, Myrna (Sutherlin)...

Feb 8, 2023

Gloria Martinez was born in The Bronx, New York. She was proud of her Irish Heritage and her New York Roots. Her life revolved through a historical event beginning when she was present in the Times Square celebration for the end of WWII.  She attended a catholic school and she loved to go and watch the New York Giants...

Feb 7, 2023

James (Jimmy) H. Siemering, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Maxwell, Texas on August 4, 1929, to John and Henrietta Siemering the fifth of five children. Jimmy proudly served in the U.S Navy during the Korean War and is survived by his three daughters Debora Fetech, Cynthia Yaws, and...

Feb 7, 2023

Amber Franklin passed away on February 7, 2023, finally free from the Dystonia that had ravaged her body for the past 12 years. She had recently celebrated her 22nd birthday.

Amber was born on January 18, 2001, in South Korea. She was adopted and joined her parents 2 brothers and a sister in Fishers IN. She has...

Feb 1, 2023

Bernard Gaskin was born on September 12, 1954, in San Antonio, TX, to Leroy and Doris Gaskin.  He was the youngest of four siblings: Betty, Leroy, and Leon.

He attended and graduated from Cuney Elementary, Douglas Junior High and Brackenridge High School. In high school, he met his love, Renette Thomas.  Their love story begins as two...

Jan 31, 2023

A Visitation for Frank will be held at Schertz Funeral Home on Monday, February 20, 2023 from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM. The Funeral Service will take place the following day on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at Schertz Funeral Home at 11:00 AM, with the Visitation beginning at 10:00 AM. Following the service there will be a funeral procession to...

Jan 30, 2023

The Funeral Service will be held at The Fellowship of San Antonio (23755 Canyon Golf Road, San Antonio, TX 78258) on Monday, February 6, 2023 at 3:30 PM. The Visitation will begin at 2:30 PM.

Jan 28, 2023

On Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023, Tanya M. Zetti, passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 47. Survived by parents Doris Zetti & James (Mary Jane) Zetti. Sisters Andrea Brais & Pamela (Raymond) Schultz. Children Kayla, Hailey, & Joshua. Nephews Timothy & Brandon Brais and Joseph & James DeLuca. Aunt Linda (Russell) Diehl & Cousin Russell and last but...

Jan 27, 2023

Gretchen Lea (Gardner) Towry, 74, went peacefully to the Lord on January 27th, 2023 surrounded by her family following a lengthy hospitalization. A resident of Schertz, TX since 2007, she was born August 27th, 1948 in Erie, PA to Alton Gardner and Alice (Engel) Gardner and graduated from Strong Vincent High School in 1966.  Her father was a life-long...