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Local prosecutor seeks Thank you for your state district judge position leadership year by continuing her campaign for the position. Ott says she believes a place on the bench will allow her to better serve the constituents in all four counties.
Jacqueline Phillips Ott By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- A Guadalupe County prosecutor looks to pick up the Republican nomination for the position of Judge of the 25th Judicial District. Jacqueline Phillips Ott will be seeking the nomination during the March 3 Primary Election. The 25th Judicial District includes the counties of Guadalupe, Gonzales, Lavaca and Colorado. Ott, an assistant county attorney, says she begins the new
"State district judge, I believe, is a position that carries a lot of honor with it. It would be such a privilege to be able to serve the community in that capacity. I have watched my father and my aunt both serve as state district judges for 16 and 24 years respectively and I believe that I have an appropriate understanding of what a courtroom needs to be (to) run efficiently -- what demeanor is appropriate to make all the persons that enter a courtroom feel respected whether those persons are people that are working in the courtroom, people that are part of the system or they are people that are coming to you because they have cases whether that's on the criminal or civil side," said Ott.
Former Seguin City Manager Doug Faseler, recently was presented with a plaque in appreciation for his 22 years of service to the Schertz-Seguin Local Government Corporation (SSLGC). Faseler has been involved with the SSLGC since its establishment in 1998. Presenting him with the plaque is Robin Dwyer, president of the SSLGC board of directors.
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Ott, who has worked for Guadalupe County since 2014, says her wealth of experience obtained through her work with the county as well as with her private legal practice are what she believes will help her better carry out the law. "I have worked both in private practice through the DA's and now county attorney's office in both civil and criminal life and practiced in a variety of civil laws while that includes, family, law cases, custody, divorces, attorney general cases, child support, mental health cases, oil and gas. I've also done some time with criminal defense work. I have been a civil and criminal prosecutor doing CPS and criminal cases on every single level. I have worked in several specialty areas including family justice
cases, CPS cases, family violence cases, sexual abuse cases, general felonies, general misdemeanors, justice of the peace courts and I believe that a person that wants to run for a position such as a district judge in a court that covers all of those categories should be a person that has practiced in all of those categories. So, that's one of the reasons why I decided to run for this court. I think that I have a lot to bring to the table and a lot to bring to this position that would show a well rounded background," said Ott. Ott says having several family members who are veterans and who are members of law enforcement also help her to bring a different perspective to the job. She says it's also vital that, if elected, her courtroom allows for the full imple-
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mentation of the law -- bringing justice to all those who come through its doors. "I will tell you that I have a done a lot of specific work with crime victims both children and adults and I believe that that experience really brings a good perspective into those peoples' mindset and what they have been through and I think that as a judge, it's very important to have that experience and understand what's going on and what these people have been through to really be able to make sure that you can be fair and understanding to their perspective. I've done a lot of work as well with the foster care system, with adoptions, with CPS and understanding a lot of what these families really go through and the results and effects of crimes that children have been witnesses to or victims of and I think that is also extremely
important. Children have always been and will always be a priority to me and I want to make sure that the court prioritizes those cases, priorities those people and makes sure that we are as efficient and quick as possible in getting those cases heard appropriately so these people can move on with their lives," said Ott.Ott faces current State District Judge William "Bill" Old who is seeking re-election. Old is serving his second term as Judge of the 25th Judicial District of Texas. The Republican Primary Election is scheduled for Tuesday, March 3. The winner of the primary election would essentially earn the position as there are no candidates for the state district judge position on the Democratic ballot in November.
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Seguin welcomes new year with its 2020 Vision Plan
(Seguin) -- The New Year is here, and Seguin Main Street is excited about the projects ahead for 2020! 2019 was a great year for downtown Seguin and the Seguin Main Street program is ready to continue to build on the successes of the last year. In 2020, Main Street will continue pedestrian improvements, rehabilitations of buildings and continue to grow events. Downtown Pedestrian Improvements In 2019, over 800 linear feet of sidewalks were repaired. In 2020, downtown Seguin will continue to see improvements for pedestrians. In January, TxDOT will begin intersection improvements at the signalized intersections along Austin Street. The improvements will include curb extensions and ADA ramps. Main Street was also recently notified that the City of Seguin has been awarded a $350,000 grant through the Texas Department of Agriculture's Texas Capital Fund. This grant will address areas of high pedestrian traffic.
these events and make them apart of the Seguin experience. So if you missed them in 2019 look forward to every Third Thursday of the month shopping late with our downtown merchants and finding great deals and fun themes. Come back downtown every third Friday during the lunch hour to enjoy Food Truck Fridays. In the Justice Center parking lot, Continuation of Monthly you will find a rotating line Events “Out with the old, in with up of food trucks expanding new.” That motto is not rele- the downtown dining experivant for downtown Seguin! ence. We want to keep growing the downtown experience. 2019 2020 is here and Main Street continued Third Thursdays cannot wait to see what all it and brought in Food Truck has in store for downtown Fridays. We wish to continue Seguin! the results of the survey recommended expanding the downtown Seguin historic district on both the local district and the National Register district. The expansion of the district will ensure that addition historic properties in Seguin will be protected and open these properties for incentives.
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Commercial Building Rehab Commercial Building Rehabs Several buildings in downtown are under construction right now and Main Street is excited for them all to be completed and welcome new businesses to downtown. One extremely big project is the rehabilitation of the Hot Spot, a former club and resale shop located at 214 E Court St. The interior demo has been completed and new mechanical is being installed. The owner has already painted the exterior and will be repairing the transoms and storefront windows. Once completed, the east entrance into downtown Seguin will be improved dramatically.
New Planters Downtown Seguin is trying to become more green with the addition of planters. Main Street has received grant funding and is ready to launch the project! This project will be adding more planters and beautiful greenery to the downtown area adding to the aesthetics for visitors to downtown.
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TLU men cap 3-0 SCAC homestand with win over Southwestern
(Seguin) - Texas Lutheran men’s basketball put the finishing touches on a perfect three-game homestand in Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference play Friday night with a 77-69 win over Southwestern at Jim Shuler Court/ Memorial Gym.
TLU stifled Southwestern’s perimeter attack, limiting the Pirates to 1-11 shooting from threepoint range. The Bulldogs went 13-33 (39.4 percent) from beyond the arc. In addition to Kite’s big night, Silas hit three threes in nine attempts.
Texas Lutheran improves to 7-5 overall and 3-1 in SCAC play. Southwestern drops to 7-5 overall and 3-2 in conference play.
TLU won the battle in transition, outscoring the Pirates 13-7 on fast break points.
Jorden Kite scorched the nets from long range, connecting on five of his eight threes for a team high 21 points. Kite also contributed four assists and three rebounds.
Kyle Howard led Southwestern with 21 points on 8-14 shooting from the field. Mason paced a defensive effort that limited Brandon Alexander, the 2019 SCAC Player of the Year, to 12 points on 2-9 shooting overall, 0-1 from three, and 8-11 at the free throw line.
Texas Lutheran had four other scorers reach double figures Trystin Silas netted 13, while Jamir Mason, Sebastian Andrade, and Cameron Fontenot each finished with 11. Mason dished out five assists. As a team, TLU assisted on 19 of its 26 made field goals.
Sophomore forward Cameron Fontenot (11) scored a season-high 11 points in 22 minutes off the bench Friday in TLU’s win over Southwestern. Andrade collected six rebounds, three steals, and the Bulldogs’ only
blocked shot. Caleb Lister grabbed a team-high eight rebounds to go
with seven points despite playing only 18 minutes due to foul trouble.
The Bulldogs head to Houston on Friday to chase their fourth straight win. TLU visits St. Thomas at 5:30 p.m.
Supporting all area athletes! FRIDAY NIGHT BASKETBALL Seguin boys basketball vs. S.A.-Kennedy, 6:30 p.m. (6:15 pre-game) on KWED 1580-AM and Seguintoday.com. Seguin girls basketball @ S.A.-Kennedy, 6:30 p.m. Navarro girls basketball @ La Vernia, 6:30 p.m. Navarro boys basketball @ La Vernia, 7:45 p.m. Marion girls basketball @ Randolph, 6:30 p.m. Marion boys basketball @ Poth, 6:30 p.m.
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TLU women stave off Southwestern rally to finish homestand (Seguin) - The Texas Lutheran women’s basketball team nearly squandered all of a 14-point, fourth quarter lead in Friday’s SCAC home game against Southwestern, but the Bulldogs held on down the stretch to beat the Pirates 60-57 at Jim Shuler Court/ Memorial Gym.
finished with eight points and four assists.
The win improves TLU’s record to 57 overall, 2-2 in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Morgan Rodriguez led the Bulldogs in scoring with 18 points, shooting 812 from the field, and contributed six rebounds. .
The loss drops Southwestern to 3-9 overall, 1-4 in conference play. The Pirates’ Lauren Fulenwider led all scorers with 19 points, including 16 on five threes during a fourth quarter rally that saw TLU’s 51-37 lead with 4:47 to play shrink to 58-56 with 13 seconds remaining.
Sophomore guard Heaven Dandridge burried four threes in six attempts to give TLU 12 points off the bench Friday night against Southwestern.
Cami Davis drained a pair of clutch free throws with 11 seconds left to put the Bulldogs up by four and essentially ice the game. Davis
Tuesday Schedule Seguin boys basketball @ S.A.-Memorial, 6:30 p.m. Seguin girls basketball vs. S.A.-Memorial, 6:30 p.m.
Senior point guard Tara Molina barely missed a triple double for TLU, scoring ten points while coralling nine rebounds and distributing eight assists.
Heaven Dandridge came off the bench to knock down four threes for a total of 12 points on the night. The TLU bench outscored Southwestern’s reserves 21-13. Kasey Hairell added five points and seven rebounds in 15 minutes off the bench. The Bulldogs look to extend their winning streak to three games this Friday when they travel to Houston for an SCAC date with St. Thomas at 7:30 p.m.
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Religion St. Ann’s Circle The St. Ann’s Circle will have its monthly meeting at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8 in the of St. James Catholic Church Family Center. The program will be “Keeping Fit in 2020,” with Jill Heard from GVWC. All members are asked to bring rice, beans, spaghetti and sauce for the food pantry. Refreshments will be served.
Clothing Ministry The Refuge III Clothing Ministry continues to give away clothing, some furniture, dishes, and other items at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin. For further information call 830-303-6478.
Free Bible Course The World Bible School is offering free Bible correspondence courses. Answer questions from the Bible and send in for grading. Visit studygod.info for further information. To be sure your religious organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax (830) 379-2238, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED office located at 609 E. Court St., Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.
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Asian Governments Concerned After 44 Cases Of Viral Pneumonia
(Undated) -- Flu season is in full effect. The CDC says the virus is now widespread and 45 states and Puerto Rico. Healthline reports the flu was hitting Southern states hardest at the beginning of the season, but it's since made its way across the country. The latest CDC report shows there's been nearly six-and-a-half-million reported flu cases across the country. Around 55-thousand of those required hospitalization and nearly three-thousand resulted in death. As always, healthcare professionals say getting a vaccination is the best way to protect yourself from the flu.
(Hong Kong) -- Several Asian countries are sounding an alarm after Chinese health officials reported 44 cases of a viral pneumonia of unknown origin. There's concern that flu-like virus is linked to the highly contagious SARS virus that caused hundreds of deaths 17 years ago. A number of countries and cities have imposed emergency measures including more scrutiny of airline passengers to make sure they're healthy. The epicenter of the outbreak is in China's Hubei [[ who-by ]] Province where fliers must have their temperature checked. Chinese officials say nearly a dozen patients are in critical condition.
More Cops Died By Suicide In 2019 Than In Line Of Duty
Washington State Attorney General Sues Johnson & Johnson Over Opioids
(Boston, MA) -- A new report says more police officers died by suicide last year than were killed in the line of duty. The Massachusetts-based non-profit Blue Help, which tracks police suicides, says at least 228 officers died by suicide in 2019. That's the highest number the organization has ever reported. In fact, Blue Help says it's higher than all other line-of-duty deaths combined.
(Olympia, WA) -- Washington state's attorney general is suing Johnson & Johnson over opioids. Bob Ferguson wants the New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company to pay the state a sum equal to the amount of money it makes from selling opioids in Washington. He says the money would be used to pay for addiction prevention and treatment.
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Alcoholics Anonymous
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The Seguin Primary Purpose of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 315 S. Crockett St. across from St. Andrews Episcopal Church.
The Seguin Public Library will have Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays for children three to six. For more information call 830-401-2422 or visit .
Cibolo Grange Hall Farmers Market The Cibolo Grange Hall Farmers Market held on Thursdays will be taking a Winter Break and will return Thursday, Feb. 6.
Farmers Market & Artisans Alley Winter Break The Big Red Barn Farmers Market & Artisans Alley located at 390 Cordova Road in Seguin will be taking a Winter Break for the month of January. For more information text 210-722-9054.
Saegert Open House The Seguin ISD is hosting an Open House to showcase improvements made at its Saegert facility to accommodate MBLC and DAEP from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6.
Kiwanis Club Meeting The Kiwanis Club of Seguin meets weekly from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesdays in the Katy Conference Room of Hein Dining Hall on the campus of Texas Lutheran University.
Seguin Premier Toastmasters The Seguin Premier Toastmasters will meet every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesday of the month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the GVEC Community Room located at 927 N. Hwy. 46 in Seguin. For more information visit .
Cibolo Grange Hall Farmers Market The Cibolo Grange Hall Farmers Market held on Thursdays will be taking a Winter Break and will return Thursday, Feb. 6.
Toddler Time The Seguin Public Library will have Toddler Time at 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For more information call 830-4012422 or visit .
Gathering Country Music Show The Gathering Country Music Show, featuring Lorraine Chavana, will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Adult admission is $10. The Angus burger kitchen will open at 5:30 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-3790506 or 830-305-8829.
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Sherriff’s Mounted Posse Accepting New Members The Guadalupe County Sherriff’s Mounted Posse (GCSMP) meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. the second Monday of each month at the Sheriff’s Posse Arena located at 2215 FM 466 in Seguin. For more information visit the GCSMP Facebook page.
Geronimo VFW Jam Session There will be a Jam Session from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N Hwy 123 in Geronimo. Musicians, singers, and listeners are welcomed. Free, but donations will be accepted for use of the hall. For more information call 830-386-6294.
Geronimo VFW Dance There will be a dance featuring the Good Ole Boys from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $10. The Angus burger kitchen will open at 5:30 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830-305-8829.
NARFE Meeting The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association will meet and discuss Tax Tips from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 17 at the Comal County Senior Citizen Center. No tax preparation will be provided. For reservations call Alice Pullin by Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 760-390-4482.
Silver Center Dance The Silver Center will have a dance featuring Bob Appel from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan.10. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. with a $9 admission for non-members and $7 for members. To reserve a table call 830-303-6612.
Geronimo VFW Dance There will be a dance featuring Paul Sanchez from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $8. The hamburger kitchen will open at 5:30 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830379-0506 or 830-305-8829.
Geronimo VFW Dance There will be a dance featuring the Lone Star Pickerz from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $10. The VFW Angus burger kitchen opens at 5:30 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830-305-8829.
Silver Center Dance The Silver Center will have a dance featuring Vernon & Friends from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17. Admission is $7 for members and $9 for non-members. For more information call 830-303-6612 or visit our website silvercenterseguin.com.
Good Time Polka & Waltz Club Dance The Good Time Polka & Waltz Club Dance will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12 at Eagles Hall, located at 257 E. South St. in New Braunfels. Entertainment will be provided by The Little Fishermen Orchestra. For more information call 210-5665864 or 210-800-3625.
Farmers Market & Artisans Alley The Big Red Barn Farmers Market & Artisans Alley located at 390 Cordova Road in Seguin will be taking a winter break for the month of January. For more information text 210-722-9054. See COM CAL, Page, 13
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Teatro Lecture Series
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The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin will have its Connecting Tejanos with their Past and their Future Lecture Series: “Tejano: Defining the Mexican Heritage People of Texas,” with Dr. Jesus Francisco de la Teja, at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at Teatro’s Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. For more information visit , call 830-401-0232 or email teatrodeartes@yahoo.com.
There will be a dance featuring Paul Sanchez and Wrangler Country from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $10. The VFW Angus burger kitchen opens at 5:30 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830-3058829.
The Mid-Texas Symphony will present, “String Fever,” at 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23 at Smithson Valley High School Auditorium in Spring Branch. For tickets and further information call 830-4635353 or visit .
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Geronimo VFW Dance There will be a dance featuring the Good Ole Boys from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 19 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $8. The Auxiliary kitchen opens at 2 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-3790506 or 830-305-8829.
Chamber Mixer The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23 at the Seguin Storage, located at 1301 E. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. For more information call 830-379-6382.
SHS 2020 Winter Musical Matador Theatre will present its 2020 Winter Musical, “Beauty and the Beast,” at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24 and Saturday, Jan. 25. There will also be a 3 p.m. performance Sunday, Jan. 26. Tickets are $12 pre-sale and $15 door for adults and $8 pre-sale and $10 at the door for students. Season tickets with preferential seating and parking, and 2 complimentary concessions per show are also available for $45. Pre-sale tickets are available at Keepers and Gift and Gourmet. For more information call 830-305-1534.
Silver Center Dance The Silver Center will have a dance featuring Cactus Country from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24. For more information call at 830303-6612.
Geronimo VFW Dance There will be a dance featuring the Lone Star Pickerz from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 26 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $8. The Auxiliary kitchen opens at 2 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-3790506 or 830-305-8829.
The Silver Center will have a dance featuring the Randy Carson Band from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31. Admission is $7 for members and $9 for non-members. For more information call at 830-303-6612.
Chamber Valentine Luncheon The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Valentine Luncheon at 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5 at the Silver Center. RSVP meals are $15 or $20 at the door. Register by Friday, Jan. 31 by calling 830-379-6382.
Wild Game Chili Dinner The Trinity Oaks Guadalupe River Camp will have its Wild Game Chili Dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1 at the Big Red Barn in Seguin. Entry fees are $10 with tea or water or $20 with tea, water, or adult beverages (beer/margarita). Sponsorships are available. For more information call 830-210980-6424 or email kenneth@trinityoaks.org.
Teatro Lecture Series The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin will have its Connecting Tejanos with their Past and their Future Lecture Series: “Emma Tenayuca: Tejana Activist & her Struggle Against Injustice,” with Dr. Jennifer Mata at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8 at Teatro’s Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. For more information visit , call 830-401-0232 or email teatrodeartes@yahoo.com.
Showcase Seguin The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Showcase Seguin Thursday, Feb. 13 at the Seguin Coliseum. The theme is, “The Roaring Twenties.” A Job Fair and Show Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The $30 Evening Celebration will run from 5 to 8 p.m. For more information call 830-379-6382.
The Sunrise Rotary will have a Sadie Hawkins Dance Saturday, Feb. 29. For event details visit seguinsunriserotary.org.
Noche De Gala The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin will have its 35th Annual Noche De Gala Mariachi Singers Competition at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 29 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. For more information visit , call 830-4010232 or email teatrodeartes@yahoo.com.
Mid-Texas Symphony The Mid-Texas Symphony will present, "Rhythm of Life," at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 5 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. For tickets and further information call 830-463-5353 or visit www.mtsymphony.org.
Teatro's Annual Recital The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin will have its 38th Annual Recital featuring the Ballet Folklorico De La Rosa and Mariachi Juan Seguin at 7 p.m. Friday, May 1 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. For more information visit www.teatrodeartes.org, call 830-401-0232 or email teatrodeartes@yahoo.com.
Teatro Lecture Series The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin will have its Connecting Tejanos with their Past and their Future Lecture Series: "Hey, Buckaroo (Vaquero)!," with Dr. Guadalupe Gorordo, at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 16 at Teatro's Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. For more information visit www.teatrodeartes.org, call 830-401-0232 or email teatrodeartes@yahoo.com.
Volunteers Needed
Winter 2019/2020 Rotating Art Exhibit The Seguin Public Library will open its Winter 2019/2020 Rotating Art Exhibit runs through Wednesday, Feb. 19.
The Precious Life Services is recruiting volunteers to help with training classes, fundraising, event planning, and coordinating. To volunteer, call 830-372-5980.
To ensure non-profit organization's meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax 379-2238, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED offices located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.
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Vital Statistics Margaret Mary (Mehrens)McKinney
Anthony “Tony” Bonkowski
care of Tony. Memorial contributions may be made to Cross Church, 814 N. Bauer, Seguin, Texas, 78155.
James G. Sanchez
Memorial contributions may be made to, a go fund me account in honor of the Sanchez family, https://www.gofundme.com/f/i-needhelp-for-unexpected-funeral-expenses. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com.
Daniel “Danny” Delagarza
Margaret Mary (Mehrens) McKinney, age 58 of Seguin, gained her Angel wings on December 19, 2019. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 9:30 a.m. followed by the Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Msgr. Dennis Darilek officiating. A reception will follow. Private interment will be held at a later date. Margaret was born on July 7, 1961 in Helena, Montana to James Leo and Ruth Marie (Gollick) Mehrens. Margaret is preceded in death by her husband, Tommy Isaac Mckinney and by her parents. Survivors include her loving children, Cloman Isaac McKinney and wife Megan, Amber Marie McKinney, Amanda May McKinney, and Brian Anthony McKinney and wife Laura; grandchildren, Samara Medina, Hayley McKinney, Collin McKinney, Levin McKinney, Trenton McKinney, Charley McKinney, and Braelee McKinney; siblings, Vibiana Schulle and husband Don, Rita Schuenemann and husband Mark, Mark Mehrens and wife Michelle; several aunts, uncles, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends. Memorial contributions may be made to, St. James Catholic Church 510 S. Camp St. Seguin, Texas 78155. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com.
Anthony “Tony” Bonkowski, age 82 of Seguin, passed away on December 25, 2019. A memorial service celebrating Tony’s life will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at Cross Church with Rev. Jim Price officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Private interment will take place at a later date in the Lockhart City Cemetery. Tony was born on January 14, 1937 in Lockhart, Texas to Katie Bonkowski. He grew up in Lockhart under the loving care of his Polish immigrant grandparents, Wladyslaw “Walter” Antoni and Marjanna “Mary” (Nagrodzka) Bonkowski. Tony proudly served his country in the Texas National Guard for 12 years and for 18 months in the Army Reserve. He served as Scoutmaster for the Boy Scouts of America at a local church for 13 years, was President of Seguin Plumbing Board for eight years, and was a member of the Seguin Hermann Sons Lodge #37. Tony enjoyed dancing and was a member of the Happy Soles Square Dance Club of Seguin. He is preceded in death by his mother and his grandparents. Survivors include his loving wife, Dorothy Huebner Bonkowski; son, Terry Roy Bonkowski and wife Beverly; grandchildren, Bailey Hubbard and Wyatt Hubbard; nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members throughout Texas and Duncan, Oklahoma, and friends. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of Nesbit Living and Recovery Center and the Guadalupe Regional Medical Center and Hospice Services for their loving
James G. Sanchez, age 61 of Seguin, passed away on January 2, 2020. Visitation will begin on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Refuge #3 Church in Seguin, followed by funeral services at 2 p.m. with Elder Leonard Fennell officiating. Interment will follow at Santo Tomas Cemetery. James was born on September 1, 1958 in Seguin, TX to Alfredo and Dolores (Garcia) Sanchez. James is preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his loving wife of 43 years, Virginia R. Sanchez; sons, James R. Sanchez and wife Clarrissa, Isaac Sanchez and wife Adriana, and Michael Sanchez and wife Estella; grandchildren, Angel, Scarlett, Dreamer, Amelia Love, Virginia D., Olivia, Isaac N., Amani, Michael Johnathon and Sara Adela; siblings, Ruben and wife Margaret, Alfred and wife Brenda, Robert and wife Mary, Eva and husband Mac, Janie, and Maria and husband Jesse. as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends.
Daniel “Danny” Delagarza, age 72 of Seguin, passed away on January 3, 2020. Danny will lie in state beginning at 12 noon on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at Tres Hewell Mortuary with family receiving friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Visitation will begin again at 9 a.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with the recitation of the Holy Rosary beginning at 9:30 a.m. followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. A reception will follow at El Ranchito. Family burial will be held in San Geronimo Cemetery. Danny was born on October 16, 1947 in Seguin, Texas to Daniel and Ofelia (Cardenas) Delagarza. Danny was a 1965 graduate of Seguin High School and a 1973 graduate of Texas Lutheran College. See DELAGARZA, page 15
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He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force Reserves for 6 years.
Serving as pallbearers will be Michael Rupke, Weston Scott, Tracy Taylor, Aaron Landrum, Scott Reed, and Hunter Smith. Memorial contributions may be made to Friedens Church, 2555 Friedens Church Road, Seguin, Texas, 78155. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
Danny and his wife Cecilia own and operate El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant, a staple in Seguin enjoyed by many happy customers both locally and from out of town. z Danny loved and supported his beloved community in many ways, both through his time and talents. He is preceded in death by his parents, and his sister Esperanza “Hopie” Delagarza Merz. Survivors include his loving wife of 52 years who he had known since age 7, Cecilia Gonzales Delagarza; sons, Jon Daniel De La Garza and Robert Andrew “Robby” Delagarza; grandson, Julian Delagarza; sister, Grace Camarillo and husband Frank; brother, Michael Hinojosa; niece, Celina Ross and husband Mickey; his loving fur baby, Molly; numerous other loving family members and an entire community of friends. Serving as pallbearers will be Gilbert Acuna, Fred Lagunas, J. P. Amador, Mark Stautzenberger, Juan Menchaca and Frank Camarillo. Honorary pallbearers are Ben Gonzales, Ernest Leal, Victor Donsbach, James De La Garza, Rene Thienpoint, Hortense Sandoval, Mary Bonds, Esther Davila and the entire current and former staff of El Ranchito. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 409 W. Krezdorn, Seguin, Texas, 78155 or to Memorials Processing St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude PL, Memphis, TN 38105-9959. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
WWW.SEGUINTODAY.COM uncles, cousins, other loving family members and many, many friends. The family would like to thank the entire staff of Kirkwood Manor, not only for when she worked there but also for the loving care she received there these last days.
Amanda Klaehn, age 40 of Marion, passed away on January 4, 2020. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 from 5-7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 10 a.m. at Friedens Church with Reverends Sonja and Dave Phillips officiating. Interment will follow at Lone Oak Cemetery. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Amanda was born on September 30, 1979 in San Antonio, Texas to Larry and Carol Ann (Spengler) Reed. Amanda was a 1998 graduate of Center Point High School in Center Point, Texas. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from Texas Lutheran University and her Master’s Degree from Angelo State University. She worked as a physical therapist at Kirkwood Manor in New Braunfels, Texas. Amanda loved hunting and sports of all kinds. She especially enjoyed playing volleyball and participating in any sports that her children played, including softball and soccer. Amanda is preceded in death by her grandparents, Nelva and Samuel Reed, Jr. and Juanita and Cornelius Spengler, and father-in-law, Ronnie Klaehn. Survivors include her loving husband of 12 years, Darin Klaehn; daughter, Savannah Klaehn; son, Tucker Klaehn; parents, Carol and Larry Reed; brothers, A. J. Reed and wife Jenny, and Jason Reed and wife Barbara; mothers-in-law and fatherin-law, Faye and Allen Reinhard, and Betty Dreibrodt-Klaehn; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Cody Klaehn and wife Tamara, Tricia Scott and husband Robby, Christopher Klaehn and wife Eliza, and Bobby Dreibrodt; grandfather-in-law, Hilmar Klaehn; grandmother-in-law, Juanita Dreibrodt; numerous aunts,
Jesse Roy Hart
Jesse Roy Hart, age 73 of Seguin, passed away on January 5, 2020. Jesse Roy will lie in state beginning at 2 p.m. on Friday, January 10, 2020 at Tres Hewell Mortuary with the family receiving friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 2 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with Rev. Jeremy Roy officiating. Interment will follow in the San Geronimo Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Norris Family Lakehouse. Jesse Roy was born in Seguin, Texas on December 30, 1946 to James Cleveland and Evelyn (Roberts) Hart. Jesse Roy’s family came to Guadalupe County in the mid 1800’s, circa 1850’s. He was a 1966 graduate of Seguin High School. Throughout most
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of his career Jesse Roy helped thousands of families, throughout Guadalupe and surrounding counties, pre plan their funerals, which gave many people comfort. Throughout his life he was actively involved in his community. He was a life member of the Seguin Conservation Society, active member of the Guadalupe County Historical Commission, former Ambassador for the Seguin Chamber of Commerce, Director of the Guadalupe County Fair Association – Fiddlers Contest and served on the San Geronimo Cemetery Board of Directors. He enjoyed spending time among his family and friends, whether it be at a reunion, a holiday event, a dance or a fiddle contest. Jesse Roy is preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, Bruce Norris. Survivors include his loving sisters, Mary Ann Hart Norris and Karlene Hart Fey and husband Harvey; loving companion, Dorothy Foster; nephews, Morgan Norris and wife Michele, and Kevin Norris and wife Amy; nieces, Jill Fey Wright and husband Patrick and Lana Fey and fiancé Jeff Harris; great nephews, Cole Norris, Mason Norris, Dillon Norris, Landon Wright, Ty Wright and wife Kaitlyn and their daughter Haysleigh Jo, and Jake Wright; great niece, Addison Norris; numerous cousins, other loving family members and many, many friends. Serving as pallbearers will be Cole Norris, Mason Norris, Fred Blumberg, Matt Richardson, Jimmy Bunt and Roy New. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Dillon Norris, Landon Wright, Dr. Howard Wilson and John Semmler. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, SouthWest Affiliate, P. O. Box 841125, Dallas, Texas, 75284-1125 or to the charity of one’s choice. You are invited to sign the guest book www.treshewell.com. at Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
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