Category: Obituaries

Raymond ‘Ray’ Allen Lutz, of Hondo, Texas passed away on April 3, 2022 in San Antonio at the age of 59. He was born June 13, 1962 in Hondo, Texas, the oldest of four sons to Harold Leon Lutz and Pamela Louise Dile Lutz.

In 1980, Ray graduated from Hondo High School. On October 26, 1991, he married Cherelyn “Chere” Emily Goodpaster in Helotes, Texas. Ray and Chere were blessed with thirty years of marriage.

Ray began his career in law enforcement working for the Helotes Police Department in 1995. He also worked motorcycle patrol in Alamo Heights. In 2010, he started working with the Medina County Sheriff’s Department as a jailer. He then became Deputy Patrol Sergeant and was currently working as a Sergeant Investigator.

Survivors include his wife, Chere Lutz of Hondo; children, Amanda Byrd of Comal County, Melissa Amicone (Andrew Burns) of San Antonio, Amber Guerrettaz of Spring Branch, Jared Amicone, and Brianna Rae Kailipaka (Chad) of Hondo; twelve grandchildren; parents, Harold and Pam Lutz of Hondo; brothers, Keith Lutz (Marla) of Hondo, Greg Lutz (Christy) of New Braunfels, and Kevin Lutz (Brookie) of Kerrville; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends.

Ray was preceded in death by his son, Cody Lutz in 2004.

Visitation will be Thursday, April 7, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home in Castroville. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 8, 2022 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in D’Hanis. Interment will follow at Hondo Cemetery in Hondo, Texas. A bereavement meal will follow the services at the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church Parish Hall in Hondo.

Memorials may be made in Ray’s memory to Saving a Hero’s Place, 215 Gonyo Lane, Richmond, Texas 77469 or to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements by Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home. Visit www.tondre-guinn.com

Minerva McCelvey passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at the age of 85. She was born in Christine, on Sunday, January 31, 1937, to Rodney W. Swaim and Willie (Franklin) Swaim.

Minerva loved to travel, especially to the Rocky Mountains where she had property. Family and friends enjoyed her fantastic cooking. She enjoyed playing the piano at the Baptist church. Most of all, Minerva loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, especially when spending time alongside them working cattle and enjoying the ranch life. She never missed an event that involved her grandchildren or great-grandchildren, whether it be sports, rodeo or whatever they were involved in at the time.

Minerva is survived by the father of her children, Rex Mc- Celvey; grandchildren, Cassidy Williams (Cole), Lyndsey Smith (Koy), B. J. McCelvey (Lindsey), Justin McCelvey, Landon McCelvey (Briana), J. R. McCelvey, Charlie McCelvey (Maria), and Wesley McCelvey; great-grandchildren, Aiden, Avery, Ryder, Rhody, Leighton, Molly, Logan, Krue, James, Wyatt, Thorin, Hayes, Brodi, Sonora, Demi, Everly, Grayson, Adalyn and Walker; daughter-in-law, Dasha McCelvey; and sister, Ann Pinion (Larry).

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rodney and Willie Swaim; brothers, Roddy Swaim and Franklin Swaim; and sons, Lynn McCelvey and Brett McCelvey.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 10, 2022, at Hurley Funeral Home, 118 W. Oaklawn Road in Pleasanton, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. with a memorial service to be held at 6:00 p.m. Services will conclude at the funeral home.

A heart of gold stopped breathing, two shining eyes at rest,
God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only
takes the best.
So he put his arms around you, and whispered
come with me,
With tearful eyes we watched you, as we saw
you pass away.
Although we love you deeply, we could not
make you stay.
Every day we think of who you were, every
day we wish you were here.
Here with me, here with us.
I know you would say don’t grieve for me, for
now I am free.
I’m following the path God laid for me.
You took his hand when you heard him call,
And turned your back and left it all.
You couldn’t stay another day, to laugh, to love, to work or play.
Your life was full and you savored much.
Good friends, good times, and a loved
one’s touch.
We miss your charm and your smile,
and we know we’ll never see you again, at
least not for a while.
We miss your presence and your hearty
laugh,
your gentle touch and thoughtful deeds.
Your body, mind and spirit are at peace.
All of the troubles and worries you had,
they are finally released.
When I look at your pictures, I still cry millions of tears,
I just wish I could have kept you here until the end of all my years.
They say those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day.
Unseen, unheard but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.
You may be out of sight, but never out of mind.
You are cherished in the hearts of those you left behind.
Although the years have passed, each day someone mentions your
name,
Remembering your devotion to this community and activities you
shared.
We who loved you, sadly miss you, as it dawns another year.
Fond memories linger every day, and remembrance always keeps you
near.

Missing you,
Your loving wife, Olga Curcio; Sandra Ramos, Chico Ramos, Kelly
Ramos, Isabel and Slade, Tiffany & John, Isaiah Hewtty, Erica &
Jaime Garza, Micah Guajado & Aria Guajardo, Norma Valle &
family, Adrian & Gloria Valle & family, Abbie Mendoza & family,
Melissa Mendoza & Evette Martinez, Joshua Mendoza, Daniel Lee
Mendoza & family, Monica Chavaria & family, Courtney Kingery
and Shawn Kingery

It has been 5 years since you went to heaven and we miss you everyday. You were the love of my life and I miss you. I miss you, your son, and grandchildren miss you also. We all want to keep your memory alive until we meet again.

All our love, your wife Barbara, son Joe, and the rest of your family.

It has been 9 years since you left us and went to be with God. We all miss you everyday. Your mom Barbara, son Scott and the rest of your family including grandchildren Jace & Emily, niece and nephews. We want to keep your memory alive until we meet one day.

All our Love,Mom, Son and family

Garry Lee Jenkins went to be with the Lord on March 29, 2022 at the age of 70.

Garry was born on July 16, 1951 in Pearsall, Texas to Willie Ray and Myrtle Jenkins.

He is preceded in death by his Parents, Brothers William Ray Jenkins, Jr. and George Harrison Jenkins and Sister Barbara Jean Pigford.

Garry is survived by his Wife of 53 years Karren Jenkins; Children Earl Jenkins and Wife Aileen; Son Ronnie Jenkins and Wife Lindsay; Daughter Jody Seiler and Husband Wayne; 7 Grandsons; 2 Granddaughters; 5 Great-grandchildren; Brother David Jenkins and numerous nieces and nephews.

Arrangements entrusted to Hurley Funeral Home – Devine, 303 W. College Ave, Devine, Texas 78016.

Kyle Douglas Bradley, age 79 of Lytle, Texas, passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born September 20, 1942, to parents, Ervin Kyle and Mary Jane (Dickey) Bradley in Jonesborough, Tennessee.

He is preceded in death by his parents; beloved wife, Carol Sue Bradley; son, Wesley Kyle Bradley; brother’s, Gary and David Bradley; and sister, Helen McKee.

He is survived by his daughters, Kimberly Faulk and husband, Eric Torans; Karen Dietrich and husband, Noel; and husband, Colby, Erica Tate and husband, Stacey, Ashley Larrabee and husband, Paul, Christian Shroeder, Jaeson Faulk; great-grandchildren, Avery Larrabee, and one on the way, Harper James Wheeler; brothers, Robert Bradley and James Bradley; sister’s, Gayle Utsman and Janice Sherfey; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Friday, April 8, 2022, 2:00 PM. until 4:00 PM with a Funeral Service starting at 4:30 PM, at Hurley Funeral Home Chapel Lytle, Texas.

Graveside Service will be held Friday, April 22, 2022, 9:00 AM, at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas.

Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so at www.hurleyfuneralhome.com

Arrangements are under the direction of Hurley Funeral Home 14822 Main Street, Lytle, Texas, 78052, (830) 709-0698.

Hector Mario Vasquez was born on July 26, 1974 in San Antonio Texas to Luis Martinez Vasquez and Juanita Garza Vasquez. He passed away on March 18, 2022 at the age of 47.

He is survived by his mother Juanita Garza Vasquez and his brother Marco Vasquez.

He is preceded in death by his father Luis Martinez Vasquez.

A Celebration of life for Hector Mario Vasquez will be on Monday, April 11, 2022 at 10am at the First Baptist Church in Devine.

There will be a funeral procession from Alta Vista Funeral Chapel starting at 9:00 am to the First Baptist Church in Devine. Arrangements are under the direction of Alta Vista Funeral Chapel, Phone number 830 665-3330.

Hector served at the Natalia Police Department as Patrolman, Sargent and eventually Police Chief. As Chief of Police he worked diligently and dedicated his time in serving the community and keeping Natalia residents safe in their household. He was always ready to lend a helping hand to families in crisis.

He is well loved and respected in the community and will surely be missed

Theresa I. Baker, 84, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother peacefully passed at her home on March 22, 2022 following a long term illness.

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