Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Guadalupe County

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...

Beverlye Bukowski Rea

Beverlye Bukowski Rea

Oct 13, 2023

Beverlye was a vibrant, full-hearted mother and friend. She passed away peacefully in her home with family by her side on October 13. Beverlye came into this world on June 7, 1921, by parents Edward B. Cox and Rena M. McBride in Lafayette, Louisiana. They moved as a family to Houston where she lived most of her life.

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Ola Mae Baker

Ola Mae Baker

Oct 12, 2023

Ola Mae Baker, age 92, of Kingsbury, passed away on October 12, 2023. She was born February 20th, 1931 in Seguin, Texas to Roy and Viola (Adcock) Reneau.

She married Glenn H. Baker on October 15th, 1949. The two enjoyed their early years with their 4 boys, fishing on the San Marcos River at their camp house....

Melissa Lynn Williams

Melissa Lynn Williams

Oct 9, 2023

Melissa Lynn Williams, age 46 of Marion, passed away on October 9, 2023.  Melissa was born on November 4, 1976, in McComb, Mississippi, to Winnie Angeline (Jones) and Marcus J. Newman.

Melissa was a former nurse who took pride in taking care of her patients.  She was an avid animal lover, often rescuing animals in need.

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Laretta (Joy) Schulze

Laretta (Joy) Schulze

Oct 9, 2023

Laretta Joy Schulze, age 59, of San Marcos, Texas passed away On October 9, 2023. She was born on August 27, 1964, to Irene G. (Braune) and Larry August Schulze.

Joy earned her B.S. in Biology from SWTSU.  She worked at a variety of jobs, including working at a bike shop, delivering bread products for Butter Crust...

Jesus "Jesse" G. Leal

Jesus "Jesse" G. Leal

Oct 9, 2023

Jesus "Jesse" G. Leal, age 91 of Seguin, peacefully passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023, in his home surrounded by his loving family. Jesse was born on April 5, 1932, in Guadalupe County to Jose and Maria (Garza) Leal.

Jesse served on the Seguin City Council for ten years, from May 1960 - April 1970. He...

Donna G. Pruett

Donna G. Pruett

Oct 2, 2023

Donna Pruett, age 70 of Belmont, Texas, was welcomed home by her Lord and Savior on her birthday, October 2, 2023.  Donna was born on October 2, 1953, in Seguin, Texas to Genelda (Talley) and Lynn Pruett.

Donna graduated from Gonzales High School in 1971 and obtained her Bachelor of Science and Advertising Management degree from The...

Santos Leal Rodriguez

Santos Leal Rodriguez

Sep 28, 2023

Santos Leal Rodriguez, age 77 of Seguin, passed away on September 28, 2023.  Santos was born on November 1, 1945, in San Marcos, Texas to Emilia (Leal) and Ramon Rodriguez.

Santos is preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Juanita Rodriguez, his brother, Pedro Rodriguez, Sr., niece, Mary Hernandez, nephew, Pedro Rodriguez, Jr., and brother-in-law, Gabriel...

Rayburn F. Stavinoha

Rayburn F. Stavinoha

Sep 23, 2023

Rayburn Frank Stavinoha, aged 78, of Seguin, passed away on September 23, 2023. Born on December 6, 1944, in Wharton, Texas, he was the beloved child of Celestina Antonia (Derrich) and Ladislav  "Laddie" Robert Stavinoha. Rayburn graduated with the Class of 1963 from East Bernard High School and later, in 1968, he proudly earned a Bachelor of Science degree...

Adriane Nicole Niedorf Pierson

Adriane Nicole Niedorf Pierson

Sep 22, 2023

Adriane Nicole Niedorf Pierson, age 49 of San Antonio, passed away on September 22, 2023.  Adriane was born in San Antonio, Texas on July 6, 1974, to Frankie-Jo (Suggs) and Max (Rick) Niedorf.  Adriane graduated from the University of the Incarnate Word and later graduated with her Master's Degree in English from the University of Texas at San Antonio....

Trenton "Trent" Gary Phillips

Trenton "Trent" Gary Phillips

Sep 22, 2023

Trenton "Trent" Gary Phillips, age 22 of Seguin, passed away on September 22, 2023.  Trent was born on April 6, 2001, in Seguin, Texas to Tammie Lynn (Dove) and Walter Harold Phillips, III.

Trent is preceded in death by his grandmother, Bettye Dove.

Survivors include his loving wife, Nancy N. Buchanan; parents, Walter and Tammie...

Annabelle Alice Koehler

Annabelle Alice Koehler

Sep 19, 2023

Annabelle Alice Koehler, age 94 of McQueeney, passed away on September 19, 2023.  Annabelle was born in Guadalupe County, Texas on September 22, 1928, to Annie Louise (Vogel) and Erhardt Wischkaemper.  Annabelle was a lifelong active member of Emanuel's Lutheran Church.  She and her husband Bill owned and operated Simplex Manufacturing Company in McQueeney.

Annabelle is preceded...

Darlene Estelle Machemehl

Darlene Estelle Machemehl

Sep 14, 2023

Darlene Estelle Machemehl, age 78, of Seguin, Texas passed away on September 14, 2023. Darlene was born on April 16, 1945, in Seguin, Texas to Sophie (Davis) and John Collins.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmom, and great-grandmom.

Darlene is preceded in death by her parents, her son Darrell Machemehl, and her sisters Estelle...

Billie Ruth Fowler

Billie Ruth Fowler

Sep 14, 2023

Billie Ruth Fowler, age 86 of Seguin, passed away on September 14, 2023.  Billie was born on December 15, 1936, in Guadalupe County, Texas to Lois (Davenport) and Raymond Reneau.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years, Bennis D. "Ben" Fowler, her parents, her sisters, Mildred Springs and her husband Pitts, Leona...

Jill J. Vandervelden Velasquez

Jill J. Vandervelden Velasquez

Sep 13, 2023

Jill J. Vandervelden Velasquez, age 75 of Seguin passed away on September 13, 2023. Jill was born on April 9, 1948, in Vancouver, Washington to Lillian M. (Arbour) and Donald J. Vandervelden.

Jill is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jeff Vandervelden and Bruce Vandervelden.

Survivors include her loving husband, Julian "Jay" R....

Helen Heinen Coleman Guynes

Helen Heinen Coleman Guynes

Sep 11, 2023

Helen Heinen Coleman Guynes, age 75 of Seguin, passed away on September 11, 2023.  Helen was born on March 6, 1948, in Three Rivers, Texas to Irma Anna (Braune) and Gerhard Fritz Heinen.  She attended Three Rivers High School and received her Associate's Degree from Bee County College.  Helen will be remembered for caring for others through many Home...