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Maria M. Steinmacher

Maria M. Steinmacher

Apr 13, 2025

Maria Morima Steinmacher, age 72, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on April 13, 2025, in Hondo. Maria was born in Hondo, Texas on September 22, 1952, to Celestina and Francisco G. Gonzales.

Maria is preceded in death by her husband: Walter P. Steinmacher; son: Anthony Rodriguez; parents: Francisco G and Celestina Gonzales; and infant brother: Francisco Gonzales, Jr.

Maria is survived by...

Alberto F. Lopez, Sr.

Alberto F. Lopez, Sr.

Apr 13, 2025

Full obituary pending

On Friday, April 25, 2025, Recitation of the Rosary will be held at St. John's Catholic Church beginning at 1:30 p.m., followed by Mass at 2:00 p.m., and concluding with interment at Hondo Cemetery.

Elisia Trinidad

Elisia Trinidad

Apr 12, 2025

Elisia Trinidad, age 72, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, ascended to eternal life on April 12, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion.

Fifty-two years ago, she married Jesse Trinidad, Sr., and together they shared a lifetime of joy and adventure. Elisia’s passion for nursing inspired countless lives, and her love for gardening, her feline...

Paul Erwin Lutz

Paul Erwin Lutz

Apr 11, 2025

Paul Erwin Lutz, age 87, of Hondo, Texas, went to be with his Lord on April 11, 2025, in Hondo surrounded by family. Paul was born in D’Hanis, Texas, on December 13, 1937, to Dorothy (Dora) Josephine and Erwin Jacob Lutz.

Paul is preceded in death by his parents: Dora and Erwin; brothers: Elton and Clyde; sister: Dorothy; mother and father-in-law:...

Richard Correa, Sr.

Richard Correa, Sr.

Apr 11, 2025

Richard Correa, Sr., age 68, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on April 11, 2025, in Hondo. Richard was born in Hondo, Texas, on September 5, 1956, to Consuelo and Jose Correa, Sr.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents: Consuelo and Jose Correa, Sr.; brothers: Bobby Correa, and Joe Correa, Jr.; and sisters: Ernestina Martinez, and Janie Navarro.

Richard is survived...

Armando Hernandez

Armando Hernandez

Apr 4, 2025

Armando Hernandez, age 59, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on April 4, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. Armando was born in Hondo, Texas on August 27, 1965, to Ernestina C., and Lorenzo G. Hernandez.

Armando is preceded in death by his father: Lorenzo G. Hernandez; paternal grandparents: Bruna and Guillermo Hernandez; maternal grandparents: Maria and Eliseo Correa; uncles: Eduardo Hernandez, Juan...

Rita D. Williams

Rita D. Williams

Mar 26, 2025

Rita De Leon Williams, age 60, of Yancey, Texas, passed away on March 26, 2025, in Yancey. Rita was born in Hondo, Texas on September 12, 1964, to Ramona C. and Manuel Deleon, Sr.

Rita is preceded in death by her parents: Ramona and Manuel De Leon, Sr; brothers: Felix De Leon, and Antonio De Leon; niece: Lorraine De Leon; and...

Sandra Sue "Sandy" Robinson

Sandra Sue "Sandy" Robinson

Mar 8, 2025

Sandy Robinson, age 86, of Hondo, Texas, went to be with her Lord on March 8, 2025, in San Antonio. Sandy was born to Flora and Earl Roberts at home in Perry, Iowa, with assistance from her Aunt Olive, on January 9, 1939.

Following her graduation from Panora, Iowa High School in 1956, Sandy attended railroad business school in Minneapolis, MN,...

Maria E. Ramon

Maria E. Ramon

Mar 2, 2025

Maria Eusebia Ramon, age 67, of Natalia, Texas, passed away on March 2, 2025, in Natalia. Maria was born in Natalia, Texas on February 5, 1958, to Ventura R. and Victor Gutierrez, Sr.

Maria is preceded in death by her parents: Victor Gutierrez, Sr., and Ventura Reyes Gutierrez; brothers: Victor Gutierrez, Jr., Gilbert Gutierrez, Juan Francisco Gutierrez; and sister: Ana Maria...

Jonathan Riley Barlow

Jonathan Riley Barlow

Mar 1, 2025

Jonathan Riley Barlow passed away peacefully on March 1, 2025, at his home in D’Hanis, Texas, surrounded by family. 

Jon was born on January 28, 1944, to Thomas and Verine Finger Barlow in San Antonio, Texas. He attended school in both Texas and California where he developed immaculate handwriting and a love for American made V8s. 

After high school, he served as...

David C. Benavides

David C. Benavides

Feb 27, 2025

David C. Benavides, age 70, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on February 27, 2025, in Hondo. David was born in Hondo, Texas on August 3, 1954, to Ofelia C. and Ramiro F. Benavides.

David is preceded in death by his parents: Ofelia C. and Ramiro F. Benavides; sister: Elida Benavides Reyes; and nephew: Ted Benavides.

David is survived by his sisters: Dolores...

Minnie Ellen Tonne

Minnie Ellen Tonne

Feb 21, 2025

Minnie Ellen Tonne, age 96, of Bastrop, Texas, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025, in Bastrop. Ellen was born in Ganado, Texas, on October 7, 1928, to Martha and Samuel Haynes.

Ellen is preceded in death by her husband: James Tonne, Sr.; son: James Tonne, Jr.; parents: Martha Daniels Haynes and Samuel Haynes; son-in-law: Robert West, Jr.; daughter-in-law: Patsy Tonne;...

Reuben Neal Walston

Reuben Neal Walston

Feb 17, 2025

Reuben Neal Walston

Oct. 24,1995 – Feb. 17, 2025

 

 Reuben Neal Walston departed this life on Feb.17, 2025 at the young age of 29 in Medina County, TX. He was born in Glasgow, KY on Oct. 24, 1995, to Scott and Debra Walston. He was the youngest of 7 children in the Walston household. 

 He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Joe...

Juan M. Gomez, Jr.

Juan M. Gomez, Jr.

Feb 15, 2025

Juan M. Gomez, Jr.

June 14th, 1976 - February 15th, 2025

 Juan M. Gomez Jr., affectionately known as "Juanio," passed away on February 15, 2025, at the age of 48. Born in Rochelle, Illinois, to Mary Christina Gomez and Juan R. Gomez, he lived a life marked by love, faith, and service.

 From a young age, Juanio cherished time with his family, creating...

Monico S. Mendoza

Monico S. Mendoza

Feb 9, 2025

Monico Sanchez Mendoza, age 78, of San Antonio, Texas, passed away on February 9, 2025, in Hondo. Monico was born in Hondo, Texas on August 15, 1946, to Elvira (Sanchez) and Juan Mendoza, Jr.

Monico is preceded in death by his wife: Andrea “Sandy” Mendoza; parents: Elvira and Juan Mendoza, Jr.; brother: Santos Mendoza; sister: Odilia Moreno (Genaro); nephew: John Anthony...

Armando S. Fuentez

Armando S. Fuentez

Feb 8, 2025

Armando Saldana Fuentez, age 78, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on February 8, 2025, in Hondo, Texas. Armando was born in Natalia, Texas on October 29, 1946, to Julia and Antonio Fuentez, Sr..

Armando is preceded in death by his parents: Julia and Antonio Fuentez, Sr.; and brother: Antonio Fuentez, Jr.

Armando is survived by his loving wife: Corina C. Fuentez; son:...

Ernesto "Chico" R.  Garcia

Ernesto "Chico" R. Garcia

Feb 8, 2025

Ernesto “Chico” R. Garcia, age 81, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on February 8, 2025, in Hondo, Texas. Chico was born in Hondo, Texas on October 28, 1943, to Guadalupe and Nicolas Garcia.

Chico is preceded in death by his parents: Nicolas and Guadalupe Garcia; sister: Mary Dominguez; brother: Ramon Garcia; nephews: Bobby Dominguez, and Richard Alcaraz; and niece: Trudy Dominguez.

Chico...

Augustina T. Guzman

Augustina T. Guzman

Feb 1, 2025

Augustina Torres Guzman, age 80, of Natalia, Texas, passed away on February 1, 2025, in Natalia. Augustina was born in Natalia, Texas on August 23, 1944, to Simona and Nieves Guzman.

Augustina is preceded in death by her parents: Nieves and Simona Guzman; and her brothers: Ruben Guzman, and John Guzman.

Augustina is survived by her son: Robert Guzman (Genevieve); brother: Nieves...

Cyril R. Van Damme

Cyril R. Van Damme

Feb 1, 2025

Cyril Roger Van Damme, age 85, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on February 1, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. Cyril was born in Belgium on October 10, 1939, to Emiel Joseph, and Leonia DeBaker Van Damme.

Cyril is preceded in death by his son: Kenneth Van Damme; parents: Emiel Joseph and Leonia DeBaker Van Damme; grandson: Travis Van Damme; and brothers:...

Rene G. Gonzales, Sr.

Rene G. Gonzales, Sr.

Jan 31, 2025

Rene G. Gonzales of Hondo, Texas, went to be with the Lord on January 31, 2025, at the age of 77. He was born in Hondo, Texas, on August 28, 1947.

Rene is preceded in death by his parents: Celso Gonzales and Lucy (Barrientes) Gonzales; his brother: Celso Gonzales, Jr., and his sister: Carmen Arausa.

Rene is survived by his brother: Rodolfo...