Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Guadalupe County

Wendy Judith Parker

Wendy Judith Parker

Nov 14, 2023

Wendy Judith Parker, age 55 of Seguin passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. Wendy was born in Rochester, New York to Maureen Babachicos and Ronald E. Corron. Wendy was an amazing soul who was cherished by so many. If you met Wendy, you loved Wendy. Wendy had a way of making strangers feel like they'd known her for...

Sharen Gay Carley

Sharen Gay Carley

Nov 13, 2023

Sharen Gay Carley, age 67, of Seguin, Texas passed away on November 13, 2023. Sharen was born in Seguin on January 30, 1956, to Ruth (Stapper) and Thomas Alvin Coor.

Sharen worked at the Koennecke Accounting Firm, SMI, USAA, CMC, the Food Pantry, and the Texas Lutheran University Development Office.

Sharen was preceded in death...

Wanda Baxter

Wanda Baxter

Nov 12, 2023

Wanda Baxter, age 87, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away on November 12, 2023. She was born in Olney, Texas on July 6, 1936, to Effie Lee (Cole) and Charlie Freese.

Wanda is preceded in death by her mom and step-father Jesse E. Hogan, her sister Charlene Nunley, her brother Bobby Hogan, her great-grandsons Michael Brawley, Brendon...

Billy Sam Stigall

Billy Sam Stigall

Nov 11, 2023

Billy Sam Stigall was born on August 27, 1933, in Lockhart, Texas at his aunt's home & passed away on November 11, 2023, at his home in Seguin, Texas at the age of 90.

Bill is survived by his son Warren Stigall, nephews Henry Herbold, Jim Herbold, Gene Herbold, their families, numerous cousins, and other family members.  ...

Sara Rainwater

Sara Rainwater

Nov 9, 2023

Sara Darilek Rainwater, a vibrant soul who embraced life with open arms, passed away on November 9, 2023, at the age of 76. She was a devoted mother, a loving wife, a great friend, and a source of endless joy to all who had the privilege of knowing her.  Sara lived a great life and will be dearly missed...

Gary Lynn Bethel

Gary Lynn Bethel

Nov 9, 2023

Gary Lynn Bethel, 71 of Seguin, passed away on Thursday Morning, November 9, 2023, at his home.  Gary was born on March 14, 1952, in Austin to Charles Gilbert and Doris Irene (Beard) Bethel.

His love of sports began in childhood and would form the foundation for his character, outlook, examples of manhood, and lifelong friendships. He...

Lillian Lippe

Lillian Lippe

Nov 7, 2023

Lillian Marie Ehrlich Lippe, age 94 of Seguin, passed away on November 7, 2023.  Lillian was born on November 24, 1928, in Creedmoor, Texas to Elsie (Wagner) and Gustav Ludwig Ehrlich.

Lillian grew up on the Ehrlich farm with her grandparents, aunts, and uncles after her father passed away at a young age.  She was a standout...

Pastor David Doerfler

Pastor David Doerfler

Nov 4, 2023

Pastor John David Doerfler, a man who truly never seemed to tire, claimed the promise of his baptism on Saturday, November 4th, in his home surrounded by his loving family at the age of 74.  A memorial service honoring God and celebrating David's life will be held on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at the Chapel of...

Whitney Robert Reese, Usaf (Ret.)

Whitney Robert Reese, Usaf (Ret.)

Nov 1, 2023

Whitney Robert Reese, USAF (Ret.), age 76 of Seguin, passed away on November 1, 2023.  Whitney was born on October 6, 1947, in McAllen, Texas to Betty Jean (Hartford) and Charles Robert Reese.

Whitney graduated from William Adams High School in Alice, Texas, in 1967. He played football and loved hunting and fishing with his mom. After...

Bobbie Jean Herbold

Bobbie Jean Herbold

Oct 28, 2023

Bobbie Jean Stigall Herbold, age 96 of Seguin, passed away on October 28, 2023.

Bobbie Jean was born on January 4, 1927 in Lockhart, Texas to Lois (Trammell) and Gene Stigall.  She married Roland John Herbold on January 4, 1946.

Bobbie Jean is preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years, Roland, and...

Dorothy (Dottie) Vogel Kallies

Dorothy (Dottie) Vogel Kallies

Oct 28, 2023

Dorothy Lee "Dottie" Vogel Kallies, age 88 of Belmont, passed away on October 28, 2023.  Dorothy was born on November 9, 1934, in New Braunfels, Texas to      Virginia Margarite (Wagner) and Herbert Vogel.

Upon her mother's death at age 6, she was raised by her great-aunt Fannie Ellis and great-uncle Howell Ellis in eastern Guadalupe County. She...

Brayden Patrick Gregg

Brayden Patrick Gregg

Oct 27, 2023

Brayden Patrick Gregg, age 20 of Seguin, passed away on October 27, 2023. He loved to weld, and fish, and loved to be with his family and friends. He was funny, smart, kind, compassionate, selfless and so loved.

Brayden was born on December 6, 2002 in San Antonio, Texas, to Robin Diane (Rigdon) and Christopher Charles Gregg....

Micaela "Mickie" Urdiales

Micaela "Mickie" Urdiales

Oct 26, 2023

Micaela "Mickie" Urdiales, age 79 of San Antonio, Texas, passed away October 26, 2023.

Micaela was born on September 29, 1944, in Pearsall, Texas to Jesus and Marie T. Gutierrez.

Micaela is preceded in death by her loving parents; daughter, Victoria Ana Lisa Urdiales, and siblings, George Gutierrez, Gloria Cano, and Felix Gutierrez.

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Clara Sue Brush

Clara Sue Brush

Oct 26, 2023

Clara Sue Brush, age 80 of Seguin, passed away on October 26, 2023.  Sue was born on November 12, 1942, in Hutchison, Kansas to Leota (Bowen) and Willoughby Blackard.

Sue retired from GBRA after 23 years of service.  She enjoyed her membership in the Zonta Club and playing Mahjong with her girlfriends.  Sue will be remembered as...

Patricia "Pat" Frank Cantu

Patricia "Pat" Frank Cantu

Oct 23, 2023

Patricia "Pat' Frank Cantu, beloved wife, mom, grandma, great-grandma, and great-great- grandma went to be with the Lord on October 23, 2023, at the age of 85.  Mrs. Cantu will lie in repose beginning at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at Tres Hewell Mortuary with the family receiving family/friends from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

A rosary...

Marvin Wayne Smith

Marvin Wayne Smith

Oct 21, 2023

Marvin Wayne Smith age 82 of Seguin, Texas passed away peacefully at his home with family and friends around him on October 21, 2023. He was born January 6, 1941, to Essie Irene (Reeves) and Elmer L. Smith.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Dalton Smith (Odessa), LeRoy Smith (Mary), and Paul Smith; sisters,...

Jody Schievelbein

Jody Schievelbein

Oct 16, 2023

Johanna "Jody" Green Schievelbein, age 87 of Kingsbury, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Monday, October 16, 2023. Jody was born on September 25, 1936, in Kingsbury to Martha Mae (Cockrill) and Tillman Jesse (T. J.) Green.  Jody was a graduate of Prairie Lea High School where she played basketball.  She served as a...

Delton Gene Elley

Delton Gene Elley

Oct 16, 2023

Delton Gene Elley age 72 of Seguin, Texas passed away on October 16, 2023. He was born on June 3, 1951, to Clinton and Delores Reiner Elley.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his youngest sister Helen.

He was survived by his son Josh Elley, brothers, Clinton Sr. and wife Maggie, Jerome...

Rev. Don Douglas Vlasak

Rev. Don Douglas Vlasak

Oct 15, 2023

The Reverend Don Douglas Vlasak, age 94, passed away on October 15, 2023.  Visitation will begin on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 10 a.m. at Emanuel's Lutheran Church in Seguin followed by a funeral at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Marcus Bigott officiating.  A reception will follow in the fellowship hall.  Graveside service will be held at 3 p.m....

Wilburn "Glynn" Russell

Wilburn "Glynn" Russell

Oct 14, 2023

Wilburn "Glynn" Russell, age 90, of Floresville, passed away on October 14, 2023. Born on November 3, 1932, in Wilson County Texas to Ima Iola (Hoggett) and Robert Herman Russell.   Glynn proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict.  He was a mason and a member of the Texas Lodge #8 AF & AM...