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Mass vaccinations events may come soon
City, County, GRMC seek 5,000 COVID-19 doses as part of initial distribution plan By Darren Dunn
(Seguin) -- Local officials have put together a plan that will allow a large number of COVID-19 vaccinations to be given to the public. The joint mass vaccine plan was submitted this week to the Texas Department of State Health Services. It’s a collaboration between Guadalupe Regional Medical Center (GRMC), Guadalupe County and the city of Seguin. Guadalupe County Emergency Management Coordinator Patrick Pinder
says they have already identified a site for the mass vaccination events in Seguin, and they are working on finding at least two other sites in Guadalupe County. “Over the past few weeks, the county has been seeing the need for more COVID vaccines here in Guadalupe County. We have seen Bexar County and surrounding areas receiving these large allocations and we wanted to make sure that the citizens of Guadalupe County are also having that option,” said Pinder. See COVID-19, Page 2
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Local officials submit vaccine distribution plan to the state
COVID-19 continued from Page 1 This planning has been going on for weeks, and the official plan has now been presented to the state -- with hopes that the state will quickly look to provide more vaccines for people in this community.
“So what we’ve been tasked with and what we’ve been working for several weeks is finalizing a plan to present to the Department of State Health Service Texas Division of Emergency Management to show them that Guadalupe County is ready for the COVID vaccine so what we’ve done is we’ve partnered with GRMC, the city of Seguin and presented a plan showing that we will use the Seguin Coliseum and we would be able to push over 1,000 vaccines a day to that location and the plan that was submitted (Tuesday) provided the state that information,” said Pinder. The plan calls for 1,000 vaccines to be given per day, but this is all dependent upon the state approving and then sending the allocations to Guadalupe County. Pinder says they have done as much as they can to try to get more doses of the vaccines for people in this area. “The request was submitted to the state was a request for 5,000 doses to be run through the Coliseum location. One of the things the state will look at when we receive the allocation is how quickly we can get through them. So, the plan that we presented is showing the state that we can go through 1,000 doses a day depending on how fast we can get that injection into peoples’ arms. There is a waiting time so there’s all kinds of factors that need to be addressed and
those will be outlined out the first few days whenever this site becomes available, but after we can show the state that we can push that vaccine, we would then request additional vaccines of larger quantities of 5,000, 10,000 to show the state, ‘hey, we can push this out’ and if we can get 10,000 vaccines, the site would be open for 10 days. If we get 20,000, the site would be open for 20 days. That’s the kind of presentation and a plan that we presented,” said Pinder.
There is a short turn around between the time when the state would notify them of the allotment, and when they would actually deliver it. There’s also a limited window for how long they have to distribute the vaccines once they are received. Pinder says that’s one of the reasons why this is such a fluid situation. “That’s one of the reasons we have partnered up with GRMC because the best people to handle the vaccine is the hospital folks. So, the vaccine that we submitted for was the Moderna vaccine. It is not the vaccine that requires the ultra-cold storage and part of the plan is the hospital coming in and basically being the pharmacy rep, being the ones doing the draws of the vaccine, handling the vaccine and then the partnership that we developed with the city and the county is you would have city staff, paramedics, office staff, county staff, security, police officers that is doing the remainder of the outside job tasks but the hospital would then control the actual Moderna vaccine,” said Pinder. Pinder says part of the challenge is that the vaccine’s high efficacy rate is only achieved after a
second shot is given. That means the first shot will not do much to protect you from the virus. Pinder says you need the second booster shot to really be able prevent the spread of the virus.
“So, if you get the first dose, you have to go back to get your second dose. Right now, if you are getting your first dose at any of the locations, you are then going back to the same location and getting the second dose. The folks that were able to receive the vaccine (Thursday) and Friday in Schertz, they are going to have to go back to Schertz and get that vaccine so it’s the same thing when we set up this site here in Seguin. You’ll be able to get that dose out of the Coliseum whenever we get it and 28 days later, you’ll come to the same location and get your second dose,” said Pinder. Even if the requested doses are given, it’s going to take months to get everyone vaccinated. Pinder says we are still very early on in the process, and the only people who can be vaccinated at this time are those who are healthcare workers, those who are over the age of 65, or those who are over the age of 16 and who have a chronic underlying medical condition. Pinder says the county, the city and the hospital are all committed to helping to ensure that the COVID-19 vaccine is delivered to our community as soon as possible, but he says people are going to need to be patient until more doses start to arrive. He says this initial plan only focuses on the Seguin location at the Coliseum, but he says they are working on more sites across the county. “We have been working with the
city of Schertz, the city of Cibolo, the city of New Braunfels all those different surrounding cities and even including Comal County Public Health to try to establish other locations that would suite all people in the community for vaccine sites. We have not confirmed on other locations that is why we have not announced other locations. We have some locations in the works in the Cibolo area, the northern part of the county and the city of New Braunfels area. The locations that we are looking at have to be large locations,” said Pinder. The logistics of setting up these mass vaccination sites starts with finding the right location that will provide adequate staging and that would allow them to provide 1,000 shots per day. He says these locations have to be large and easily accessible. “We have to look at locations with large parking spaces to put thousands of people through there in a day. We have to have places, buildings, at least eight thousand square feet so we can have people spaced out because the waiting period after you get the vaccine is 15 minutes if you have a reaction or 30 minutes if you have a reaction or 15 minutes if you don’t have a reaction so you have to be able to wait and watch people and that’s why we are looking at large areas,” said Pinder. Big sites, like the Coliseum, are definitely a huge part of the local vaccine distribution strategy, but Pinder says they have also built in some smaller sites that will help them get more shots into the arms of local people. See COVID-19, Page 11
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Financial contributions can be added in the comment section during the live stream of this year’s auction event. The live stream is available during any show and will be running throughout the auction. The auction is set for noon Saturday at the Big Red Barn. To access the link, visit the Guadalupe County Youth Show Facebook page. A complete schedule of this year’s show plus buyer information can also be found at gcys.org. Courtesy photos.
Ruby Jean Carrola, Marion FFA, pretties up her doe for the show.
Bethany McCormick making sure her pig gets in some exercise.
Avery Sisak sneaking in a pose before this week’s big show.
Forsberg’s rabbit grooming in play.
Railee Childs getting her Southdown ewe clipped.
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TLU’s Balderas, Lister among top SCAC hoops performers in opening week
(Seguin) - The Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference named its first Men’s and Women’s Basketball Players of the Week for the 2020-21 season and included a pair of Texas Lutheran student-athletes on the accompanying list of outstanding performers.
TLU forward Caleb Lister was named among the conference’s outstanding performers. The senior averaged 12.5 points and eight rebounds in the Bulldogs 1-1 road split against Centenary.
The Women’s Player of the Week award went to Austin College’s Ally Longaker, who averaged 15.5 points on 63.6 percent shooting, 10 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks in a pair of wins over the University of Dallas.
Both Texas Lutheran basketball teams have the open date in their schedules this week. The Bulldogs return to SCAC action next weekend, Jan. 29-30, with Olivia Balderas and Caleb Lister Friday and Saturday home games against pointers as well after draining 10 of her Trinity at Jim Schuler Court/ Memorial 15 attempts. Gym.
TLU’s Olivia Balderas made the list of outstanding performers. The senior guard averaged an SCAC-best 17.0 points per game, with consecutive career highs of 16 and 18 in road wins over Centenary. She leads the conference in made three
The Men’s Player of the Week award went to Austin College’s Kam Hogan. He averaged 22 points on 50 percent shooting, 5.5 rebounds, and 3.5 assists to help the Kangaroos sweep two games against Dallas.
The TLU - Trinity games on Friday, Jan. 29 will air live on KWED 1580-AM and Seguintoday.com, with streaming video at www.tlubulldogs.com. The women’s game starts at 5 p.m., and the men play at 8 p.m.
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No. 6 ranked Navarro girls chase 16th straight win in district clash vs. La Vernia, Friday game to air on KWED
(Geronimo) - Navarro looks to move a step closer to the District 27-4A girls basketball title and complete a two-game head-to-head sweep of La Vernia when the teams square off at the Navarro Events Center on Friday. The Panthers own the No. 6 ranking in the TGCA state poll for Class-4A. Coach Darrell Harborth’s squad carries a 22-1 overall record, a 4-0 district mark, and a 16-game winning streak into Friday’s matchup after rolling past Cuero 50-30 on Tuesday. La Vernia, coached by Kyle Sivadon, has been state-ranked at times this season, but the 15-5 Bears dropped out of the most recent polls after a 2-2 start in district play. La Vernia lost a 37-36 nail-biter to Cuero last Friday and had an open date in the schedule earlier this week. Navarro won the first meeting between the teams 61-51 in La Vernia on Jan. 5 The Bears’ top individual player is junior guard Helana Chadwick, who shared District MVP honors with Navarro’s Tatum Harborth last year. Chadwick enters Friday averaging 17.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 4.5 steals per game. Harborth, a sophomore, paces Navarro in scoring with a 14.7 average and also produces 5.0 rebounds and 3.1 steals per outing. Sophomore point guard Laylin Sturm has been a catalyst for the Panthers as well, averaging 12.3 points, 3.6 assists, and 2.8 steals per contest. Chadwick’s top La Vernia teammate has been 5’11” sophomore Trannon Izworski, last year’s District Newcomer of the Year, with 9.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 2.7 steals per game.
The dynamic backcourt tandem of Laylin Sturm (00) and Tatum Harborth (2) hope to lead Navarro to a 5-0 district record when La Vernia visits Geronimo on Friday. Photo by Jacqueline Springs. grabbing eight rebounds apiece and Sturm collecting six steals. A Navarro win would knock La Vernia out of contention for the top playoff seed in District 27-4A and leave the Panthers in the driver’s seat for an outright district title with games left against Pleasanton, Gonzales, and Cuero.
Navarro held La Vernia to 35 percent shooting in the Jan. 5 road win. Chadwick scored 15 points, but she was only 5-17 on field goal attempts, Friday’s opening tip at the Navarro Events Center is slated for 6:30 p.m. and no other Bear reached double figures. Harborth and Sturm paced the The game will air live on KWED 1580-AM and Seguintoday.com. PrePanthers with 20 and 15 points, respectively, with Sturm and Haleigh Ortiz game coverage starts at 6:15.
Friday Schedule
Navarro girls basketball vs. La Vernia, 6:30 p.m. (6:15 pregame) on KWED 1580-AM and Seguintoday.com
Seguin girls basketball vs. Buda-Johnson, 6:30 p.m. Marion girls basketball vs. Stockdale, 6:15 p.m. Marion boys basketball @ Randolph, 7:30 p.m.
Navarro girls basketball @ La Vernia, 7:30 p.m.
Seguin boys soccer @ Kyle-Lehman, 7:15 p.m.
Seguin boys basketball @ Buda-Johnson, 8 p.m.
Seguin girls soccer vs. Kyle-Lehman, 7:15 p.m.
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Maples, Sr. Daniel “Danny” E. Maples, Sr., age 70 of Seguin, Texas passed away January 17, 2021 peacefully at home surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather and friend to many. Danny was born on October 12, 1950 in San Antonio, Texas to Doris May and Hugh Wilson Maples. He graduated from Navarro High School in 1969 and later obtained his Master Electrical license certificate in 1974. Danny, his brother Steve and father Hugh, worked together to make Maples Electric Company a successful electrical contractor construction company where they did commercial and residential electrical work in San Antonio, Austin, Corpus Christi and the surrounding cities. In 1995 Danny achieved his dream of opening his own residential electric business, Walnut Springs Electric in Seguin. Danny was stilling working and providing his knowledge and expertise until his cancer diagnosis, Glioblastoma Brain Tumor Cancer in 2020. Danny was a prankster and loved to live in the moment. August 1969, with the aid of sister, Darlene, Danny and his high school sweetheart, Jo Ann, eloped to get married. Danny and Jo Ann have enjoyed each other for 51 years. They found enjoyment from every aspect of life together. Danny enjoyed hunting, whether hiking or sitting in a blind, fishing, and going to antique auctions with his wife. But mostly he enjoyed automobiles; buying to enjoy for awhile then selling for someone else to enjoy. Danny is preceded in death by his mother, Doris May, step mother, Geraldine, father, Hugh and mother and father in-law, Loraine Lehmann Kight and J.R. Kight. Survivors include his loving wife of 51 years Jo Ann; daughter, Tammy Drown and husband David; son, Daniel “Danny” Maples, Jr. and wife Monika; sister, Darlene Gregory; brother, Steve Maples, Sr. and wife Sharon; grandchildren, Michaela Drown and partner Jeff Garcia, Megan Drown, Amanda Drown and Zoe Maples; great-grandchildren, Adrian, Andrew and Armani; several nieces and nephews and many friends. His family would like to give special thanks to his
hospice nurse, Sara Vogel and Sandra Martin. Also, to the Guadalupe Regional Hospice nurses and staff for their care and kindness. A walk-through line visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at Tres Hewell Mortuary from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at 10 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. Jeremy Roy and the Rev. Roy Collins officiating. Interment will follow in Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park. All CDC protocols must be followed including social distancing, limited seating and face coverings worn. In lieu of flowers, Danny requested contributions to be made to Guadalupe Regional Medical Foundation All Cancers Endowment Fund or to Guadalupe Regional Hospice, 1215 E. Court St., 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.
Greenman
William “Bill” Charles Greenman, age 80 of Seguin, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2021. Bill was born on August 25, 1940 in Shang Hai, China to Dr. Robert Brownell Greenman, US Navy and Clara Mae (Minns) Greenman. The family was stationed in Shang Hai until the war heated up. At that time, Clara returned to her home in Oceola Mills, PA with Bill and his 15-month older brother, Bob. Dr Greenman was taken prisoner by the Japanese for 4 years but was eventually reunited with his family after the war. As a military brat Bill moved often. This resulted in him having two different senior high school rings as he moved between his Jr and Sr year. He graduated from Southside High School in Long Island, New York. He attended Clemson University from 1958-1963. Bill majored in Pre-Med, PreDental and Biology. Bill was a member of the school honor guard for several years and at 6’4”, he always carried the American flag. He joined the Air Force in 1963. He graduated from Syracuse University in 1964 with a degree in Russian. He was stationed in Pakistan with the Air
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Force where he was a Russian linguist. As a boy, Bill wanted to be a pilot and he built model airplanes with fastidious care. He was a huge fan of daring test pilots like Chuck Yeager. His dream came to an end after growing 2 more inches after high school and getting the measles which affected his eyesight. After choosing family instead of taking a government job, he began a long career in wholesale and retail sales. He worked for Woolco, Kiddie City Toys, Kids Kounty, Gund & Robin Woods Dolls. He was the “Doll Guy” when he was featured on QVC selling dolls. He was well known by doll collectors all over. His last career was in the mattress industry. He worked at Mattress Discounters in Pennsylvania. Then he moved back to San Antonio where he worked for Mattress Firm until his health forced him into retirement in 2018. Bill loved watching college and NFL football. He could recall the stats better than anyone. He made incredibly detailed spread sheets and loved his team for Fantasy football. He was a huge Pittsburgh Steelers fan and he and his daughter competed each week to pick the winners for all the games. He loved the Boston Red Sox and Ted Williams was his favorite baseball player. He was known for leaving thoughtful notes and sending encouraging cards to brighten people’s day. Bill will fondly be remembered for the thousands and thousands of Christmas cookies he made and delivered to his co-workers and friends over the years. Bill is preceded in death by his parents and his son William Charles Greenman Jr. Survivors include: his daughter Laura Michelle Greenman Stahl, daughter Sarah Elizabeth Greenman, Grandchildren Andrew and Lacie Stahl and Hannah Leilani Stahl and William (Will) Charles Greenman III, Great Granddaughter Kimber Leilani Stahl, brother Robert Brownell Greenman II many other family members and countless friends. Private services and interment will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to The Christian Cupboard in Seguin, The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (honoring his son, Charles), The Seguin Public Library or any charity of your choice. 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. See More OBITS page 9
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Christopher John Medina was called home to the Lord on Sunday, January 17, 2021 at the age of 48. He was born to John Valadez and Gregoria Medina on August 14, 1972 in Seguin, Texas
She will be remembered as a long-time employee of Guadalupe County Tax Office. Virginia loved to quilt and made many beautiful quilts in her lifetime.
Christopher is preceded in death by his stepfather, Ramiro Sanchez; sister, Frances Medina and grandson, Josiah.
Survivors include her loving husband of 53 years who was always by her side, Robert “Bob” Undeutsch; sons, Mark Undeutsch and partner Nicole Watts and Marty Undeutsch and partner Heather Cummings; granddaughter who knew and loved her as Mimi, Carter Elizabeth Undeutsch; brother-in-law, Walter Undeutsch and wife Mary; sisterin-law, Linda Thabes and husband John; several nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends. Virginia was a devoted wife, mother, and Mimi and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
He is survived by his spouse, Myesha; his father, John Valadez and mother, Gregoria Medina; children, Alyssa, Stastany, Christopher Jr.; stepdaughter, Kailah; grandchildren, Ayden, Alyana and Jenesis; his brothers and sisters, Mark and spouse Lilia, Esther and spouse Johnny, John Jr. and spouse Renee, April and spouse Robert and Crystal. Christopher is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. Chris loved his small town, Seguin. He was a hard worker for Guadalupe County. He worked hard to provide a good life for his children and spouse. He was so happy he found his soulmate. He really cherished and loved his children very much. He enjoyed working on cars and he especially loved the cars he owned. He loved cruising down the Seguin roads on late night cruises. Chris had a one of a kind personality, and for that he was loved by many people! He will truly be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing and loving him. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 22, 2021 from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Palmer Mortuary. All services will conclude in the chapel on Friday evening. The funeral home chapel can only accommodate 50 people at once due to COVD19 restrictions, please make plans to walk through and pay your respects to allow everyone the opportunity to visit with the family. As per CDC protocols social distancing of 6 feet is required and all guests attending services are required to wear a face covering upon entering the funeral home. Funeral arrangements are under the direction and care of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430. Please log on to www.palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.
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Virginia Ann Undeutsch, age 78 of Kingsbury, joined our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 29, 2020. Virginia was born on August 21, 1942 in Dalton, Georgia to Ezekiel and Gladys
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Virginia is preceded in death by her parents, and her siblings, William Weems and Dorothy Huckabee and husband Charles.
A memorial service celebrating Virginia’s life will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2021 at 10 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary with the Rev. Tom Jones officiating. All CDC protocols must be followed including social distancing and face coverings worn at all locations. For those who desire services may be livestreamed at: https:// vimeo.com/event/581223 . Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s, Memorials processing St Jude Children’s Research Hospital 501 St. Jude PL Memphis, TN 38105-9959 or a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
Lenz
Arlene Joyce Jung Lenz, age 91 of New Braunfels, formerly of Seguin, passed away on January 12, 2021. Arlene was born on November 24, 1929 in Comal County to Bertha (Seay) and William H. Jung.
She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, Valentin Hermann “Val” Lenz, her parents, and her brothers Curtis J. Jung and Merlin Jung. Survivors include son, Randy Lenz (Carolyn) of New Braunfels and daughter, Donna Loflin of North Port, FL; sister, Margaret Schievelbein; grandchildren, Matthew Loflin (Angel), Sarah Sears (Sean), Wesley Hart, and Kevin Lenz (Audrey); great grandchildren; Mylah Loflin, Rylan Sears, Grayson Sears, Nolan Lenz, and Cole Lenz; and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends.
Arlene spent her entire life in Seguin and was a life-long member of Emanuel’s Lutheran Church. She will certainly be missed by all who knew and loved her. Memorial contributions in Arlene’s honor can be made to Eden Hill Communities or Hope Hospice, both in New Braunfels, TX; or to Emanuel’s Lutheran Church in Seguin. A private graveside service is planned for the future. 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.
Baker
Glenn Henry Baker, age 96 of Kingsbury, passed away on January 15, 2021. Glenn was born on December 28, 1924 in Kingsbury, Texas to Lola (Govett) and Patrick Henry Baker. He was a graduate of Dowdy School, Class of 1942. He married Ola Mae Reneau on October 15, 1949. In his younger years, Glenn and Ola enjoyed taking their four boys fishing at their camphouse in Ottine on the San Marcos River. He also taught the four boys to hunt and up until he passed, he loved hearing the stories of their hunts. After his retirement in 1979, he enjoyed raising pure bred Charolais Cattle and traveling to the consignment sales, building his herd with top notch cattle. He and Ola enjoyed traveling all over the US and Canada in their motorhome, and once flew to Germany to meet their friends living there who took them to Italy, France and Austria. Glenn is preceded in death by his son, Dennis Baker and wife Debbie, his parents and his brother, Leslie Baker and wife Joyce, and brother-in-law, Billy Perryman. Survivors include his loving wife of 71 years, Ola Mae Baker; sons, Barry Baker, Ronnie Baker and wife Becky, and Jay Baker; grandchildren, Randall and wife Tonya Baker, Ryan and wife Mariah Baker, Jayme Baker and Mallory Baker, and Bryan Baker; great- grandchildren, Cayden and Quinten Baker, Brooke and Lauren Baker (and their mother, Beth Radtke), Bonnye Kane, Hadley, Adelyn and Saylor Weitzman; sister, Patricia Perryman; brother-in-law Butch and wife Susie Reneau, and sisterin-law, Bettie and husband Charles Snyder; several nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends. Private family graveside services at a later date, will be held at Highsmith Cemetery near Kingsbury. Memorial contributions may be made to the Highsmith Cemetery Association, P. O. Box 742, Luling, Texas, 78648. 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, 830-5495912. See More OBITS page 10
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Rangel Alfredo Salas Rangel went to be with the Lord January 14, 2021. Born in Seguin, TX. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jesus and Maxine Rangel, brothers Rodolpho Rangel and Richard Rangel. He leaves behind his sister, Josefina (Rangel) Lehmann his niece Elizabeth Escareno and great niece Madison Westenbarger, nephew Rodolpho (Rudy)-Shelly Rangel his great nephew Nicholas Rangel and great niece Mckenna , niece Dominga and James Arevalo and his great nephews, Jeremiah Arevalo, Azariah Arevalo, and his great nieces, Crystal Avila, Jerilyn Tovar-Eddie, Ariel Valadez-Jesus, Adley Arevalo and fiancé Kreston Joyner. He was a United State Marine Veteran, LCpl. His career was welding and the love of fishing. If you were looking for uncle Freddy he would be at Starcke Park under the oak tree fishing and having a good time. He was a survivalist. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends; especially his great great nephews and great great nieces who got to spend the last 2 years getting to know him. His viewing and funeral service will be Monday Feb 8th at 11am at Sunset Memorial Oaks, New Braunfels, TX and burial would be right after at Fort Sam in San Antonio at 1:30pm.
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Gloria “YaYa” Gutierrez Cano of Seguin, Texas gained her wings on January 12, 2021 at the age of 71. Gloria was born on October 25, 1949 in Pearsall, Texas to Jesus Gutierrez and Maria Trinidad Gutierrez. Gloria is preceded in death by her parents; brother,
George Gutierrez; great-granddaughters, Angela Ruiz and Daphne Rios and the father of her children, Lorenzo Rios Jr. Left to cherish her memory are her loving daughters and son, Priscilda Rios-Rodriguez (Raul) of Seguin, Mary Jane Eller (Lindsey) of Chicago, Bobby Joe Rios of Seguin, Marlene Khan of Seguin, Veronica Sassenhagen (Abel) of Round Rock; grandchildren, Michael, Laura, Stephanie, Derrick, Martin, Mariah, Larry, Dazney, Darin, Ben and Markus; greatgrandchildren, Aiden, Miley, Erick, Kamron, Elijah, Derrick and Lorenzo; brothers, Jesus Gutierrez Jr. of Pearsall, Gerardo Gutierrez, Felix Gutierrez of Kingsbury; sisters, Micaela Urdiales of San Antonio, Tina Lopez (Dan) of Kingsbury, Sylvia Lozano of Seguin as well numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended loving family and many friends. Gloria loved family gatherings, from BBQ’s to going out dancing, playing slot machines in Las Vegas and Kinder with her sister, Sylvia. She loved and adored and was extremely proud of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren to the moon and back. Mom was famous for home cooking, especially for her potato salad and her delicious tamales. Gloria will be deeply missed by all who knew her. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. The family would like to recognize the following Honorary Pallbearers: Michael Rodriguez, Derrick Rodriguez, Darin Sassenhagen, Ben Sassenhagen, Markus Sassenhagen, Erick Rodriguez, Sonny Lozano, Aiden Rios and Bobby Joe Rios, Abel Sassenhagen, Lindsey Eller, Raul Rodriguez. Memorial Contributions may be made to the charity of your choice or some of Gloria’s favorite: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital USA: donors@stjude. org, Feed The Hungry at: www.feegthehungry.org and lastly, to the Texas State Autism Camp at https:// gato-docs.its.txstate.edu/jcr:ee8cd61f-e756-48b7883b-1e7a2c114d0f/Donation%20form_autism%20 camp.pdf Funeral arrangements are under the direction and care of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430. Please log on to www.palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.
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Roland Henry Luensmann, age 87 of Marion, Texas joined our Lord and Savior on Monday, January 4, 2021. Roland was born in Bexar County, Texas on July 31, 1933 to Henry and Alma (Schultz) Luensmann.
Roland attended Clemens School in Zuehl, Tx. He was a lifelong member of Redeemer United Church of Christ, being baptized in 1934, and confirmed in 1948. He was a man dedicated to Christ and served our Lord with grace. Roland proudly served in the U.S. Army and spent time in Korea and Japan. He retired from Texas State Dept. of Highway Services after 37 years. After his retirement he drove school buses for six years for Marion High School. Roland was affiliated with many organizations, he was a member of Sons of Hermann Lodge Zuehl 163, he was also a lifetime member of Bexar Social Club. He married the love of his life Anna Dell Reininger on April 2, 1960. Roland enjoyed many other activities in his life, he enjoyed fishing, dancing, bowling and trips to the casino’s. But there was no greater love to Roland than the Lord and his family. He will be missed by all who knew him. Roland is preceded in death by his parents, his siblings, Linda Koltermann and husband George, Alice Walter and husband Willie, Howard Luensmann, John Luensmann and Edgar Luensmann and wife Glory Ann, brother-in-law, Virgil Ploch, and nephews, Allan Koltermann and Jeff Luensmann. Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Anna Dell Luensmann; his daughter, Kimberly Luensmann; brother, Bill Luensmann and wife Phyllis; sister, Alma Ploch; sisters-in-law, Celie Luensmann and Jeanette Luensmann; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends. Graveside services and interment with military honors will be held on January 30, 2021 at 2 p.m. at Redeemer United Church of Christ Cemetery in Zuehl with the Rev. Gerry Metzger officiating. All CDC protocols must be followed including social distancing, limited seating and face coverings worn at all locations. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to, Redeemer United Church of Christ, 7415 Gin Rd. Marion, Tx 78124. 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.
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Seguin Coliseum chosen as mass vaccination site
COVID-19 continued from Page 2 “We are also looking at smaller communities. We are looking at the VFW halls. We are looking at the KC halls. We are looking at churches. We want to be able to take this vaccine when it becomes available to the smaller communities. We want to make sure that everybody has an opportunity to get the vaccine wherever they are at. Some of the ideas that we have had is maybe go out to the smaller communities and give the vaccine to the folks and then have them come to the larger sites to get their second dose. All those things are still being worked out but right now, the plan that was submitted is for the Coliseum in Seguin and in collaboration with the hospital,” said Pinder. The city of Schertz Friday will be hosting its last vaccine distribution event for the week. Schertz only had 975 doses to give, and it required that people sign up online to make an appointment. All of those doses were claimed in just a couple of minutes, and people who didn’t have access to a computer were all but shut out of the process. Pinder says the plan that they have submitted to the state won’t allow that to happen going forward. He says they will make it easier for everyone to get signed up. “In the plan, we are going to be offering both online and phone registration. So, one of the things that we are seeing is people don’t have access to the internet. People aren’t fast enough on the computer to get the links, so we want to make sure that we are providing that alternate source to make an appointment. So, one of the things currently, we are in the process of setting up a phone bank system when we do get notification, allocation for vaccines, we are going to put out a call
Schlueter Del Schlueter, one of the sweetest men to ever walk the earth, left us yesterday morning while sitting in his chair; probably laughing at Seinfeld re-runs. Del, the 1951 Seguin high school class president was one of those people who never met a stranger. It would take him 15 minutes to get to his table at El Ranchito, because he had to stop and talk to so many people on the way. The 1955 graduate of the University of Texas School of Pharmacy and avid Longhorn fan met his wife Mary Willingham at the University and they married shortly after graduation. He recently received a letter from the Texas Exes mentioning that he was one of the oldest living season ticket holders. Mary and Del moved back to Seguin in 1968 where he worked at, and eventually purchased Williams Drug Store. Del was a true “Girl Dad”. He loved raising their 3 daughters, Jamie, Sarah, and Anndy, followed by their 2 granddaughters Lauren and Kelsey. (All of whom, he was proud to say, also graduated from UT.)
number for people to call and register and get the vaccines. Part of the plan also is holding back so many vaccines for people to make phone appointments because we understand that not everybody has access to the internet, not everybody is computer savvy and some of that older community, we want to make sure that we provide them a phone number because some people want to talk to somebody and that’s what we are going to offer in this plan,” said Pinder. In addition to the local plans for vaccination events, the state is also working on creating large scale vaccine hubs in 28 metropolitan areas. It also has plans to create hubs in 206 smaller communities around the state. All those details are still being worked out by state officials. Pinder says they will be providing regular updates on the vaccine distribution, and they will continue to share that information with the public. Meanwhile, local officials are sharing a resource from John Hopkins Hospital. The famous Baltimore based medical facility has been tracking COVID-19 totals and providing resources to help the public understand the battle against the virus. This latest resource is called what you need to know. It provides all the details about the vaccines, how they work, how they need to be distributed and it looks at how long it will take to get enough people vaccinated to really begin to defeat COVID-19. The link to the website is https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/ conditions-and-diseases/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-what-you-need-to-know. Pinder says until they get everyone vaccinated, it’s important people continue to wear a mask, practice social distancing and wash their hands frequently.
After the death of his wife Mary, in 2010, he married Sandra Gingrich Hollamon, also of Seguin and added 4 stepdaughters to his “Girl Dad” collection; Lecia Schreiwer, Shannon Dukes, Melyn Smethurst and Mary Grace Hair. The “Mighty Fisherman” enjoyed nothing more than to hook a big black bass, of which there were many. He also loved watching Texas High School Football, and was the president of the Matador booster club during the Jack Taylor days. Del was always an active member of his church and the community, and an overall great guy. His loving heart, great sense of humor and quick wit will be sorely missed. Delbert Ralph Schlueter, was born in Seguin, Texas on March 21, 1933 to Ferdinand Schlueter, and Linda Salge Schlueter. His parents, his brother Virgil Schlueter, and his wife Mary Willingham Schlueter preceded him in death. His loving wife, Sandra Gringrich Hollamon, his daughters, Jamie Schlueter, Sarah Jones and her Husband Rex, Anndy Shashack and her husband Dan, and his granddaughters, Lauren Malouf and Kelsey Koehler, survive him. His brother’s children, Frank Schlueter and wife Anne, Greta Drennan, and Harriett “Missy” Schlueter, also survive him. A memorial service will be planned near his birthday in
March. He was never one to pass up an opportunity to celebrate. Memorial contributions may be made to Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, the Matador Booster Club, or the Seguin Outdoor Learning Center. 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.
Henderson
Doris Henderson Greer 80 years old, of Seguin, Texas passed away. Survivors include: son David C. Greer Jr., Daughters: Virginia Greer and Wanda Greer, Sisters: Lessie Faye Lampkin, Linda Henderson and Brenda Miller, Brothers: J.C. Henderson and Author Henderson Viewing will be held Saturday January 23rd, 2021 from 10am to 3pm at Crenshaw Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will take place Tuesday January 26th, 2021 at 9:45am at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. Services Entrusted to:Crenshaw Funeral Home 216 Blumberg St. Seguin, Texas. 78155. 830-303-2208
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MLK Week of Giving Virtual Food Drive
The RSVP of South Central Texas, Texas Lutheran University, and the United Way of Comal and Guadalupe Counties are sponsoring a MLK Week of Giving Virtual Food Drive for the New Braunfels Food Bank that serves Comal and Guadalupe Counties. The New Braunfels Food Bank is experiencing a shortage in food, money, and volunteers. To donate, visit www.my.safoodbank.org/new-braunfelsfundraising/TLU?tab=MyPage.
Republican Women Luncheon
The Guadalupe Country Republican Women Luncheon/Meeting will be held beginning at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 28 at the Seguin Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The program will feature City of Seguin Mayor, Donna Dodgen. The program is free, but if you plan on enjoying a meal, the cost is $10 and must be reserved by calling 830-391-3979 or emailing caddobigred@yahoo.com by Friday, Jan. 22. For more information visit www. guadalupe-county-rw.com/.
Free Throw Basketball Contest
The Knights of Columbus Council 16748 will have a Free Throw Basketball Contest at 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23 at the St. James Catholic School gym, located at 907 S. Camp St. in Seguin. COVID-19 restriction will be followed. The competition is open to girls and boys ages 9 through 14. Eligibility is determined as of Jan. 1 Proof of age is required. For more information contact Joe Medina at 830-556-4224, or email medinaaurelio@sbcglobal.net.
Adult Take-N-Make Craft Kit
The Seguin Public Library will have Adult Floral Paint Kits available for pick up on Monday, Jan. 25. Follow along with an online video tutorial, hosted by Library Assistant Mara Benitez, which can be found at library.seguintexas.gov and on library social media platforms. Kits will be distributed on a first
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come first serve basis. Craft kits are for adults only, while supplies last. Call 830-401-2422 for additional information.
Urban Gardening with San Antonio Food Bank
The Seguin Public Library and the San Antonio Food Bank are working together to virtually bring and teach you the basics of urban gardening at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 25 on Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link at www.library.seguintexas. gov Call 830-401-2422 or visit the website for additional information.
Book Nuts Book Club
The Seguin Public Library will host its monthly book club meeting at 4:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 25 via Zoom. This month’s book discussion will be The Splendid and the Vile by Eric Larson. New attendees must register to receive Zoom link. Please call 830-4012422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Toddler Time
The Seguin Public Library will host an interactive Virtual Toddler Time at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26 on Zoom. Registration is required by visiting library. seguintexas.gov. Call 830-401-2422 for additional information.
Preschool Storytime - ABCs
The Seguin Public Library will host an interactive Virtual Preschool Storytime at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27 on Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link at library.seguintexas.gov. Call 830401-2422 or visit for additional information.
Beyond Harry Potter Book Group
The Seguin Public Library will have its Beyond Harry Potter Book Group at 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28 on Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link at www.library.seguintexas.gov. This event is
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open to Teens and Tweens between the ages of 1017. This month’s book is Keeper of the Lost Cities by Shannon Messenger, a series about Sophie and Fitz, two kids with mysterious telepathic powers. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit the website for additional information.
Electronic Resource Tutorial
The Seguin Public Library will offer an Electronic Resource Tutorial with Library Assistant, Erica Reyes, as she introduces all available and free E-Resources accessible with library card membership on Saturday, Jan. 30 at www.library.seguintexas.gov and on other library social media platforms. Call 830-401-2422 or visit the website for additional information.
SISD/Head Start Pre-K 3 Registration
The Seguin ISD/ Head Start 2020-2021 PRE-K 3 Registration is now underway for new classes that begin on Monday, Feb. 1 for children who are three years old by Sept. 1, 2020. Register online at www. seguin.k12.tx.us. For eligibility requirements and more information call 830-401-1281.
GVEC Scholarship
The Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC) is accepting applications for its scholarships to high school seniors graduating in Spring 2021. For eligibility information and the online application, visit www.gvec.org/community/scholarships. All applications must be submitted online prior to midnight on Saturday, February 1, 2021.
City Event and Reservation Cancellations
As a result of rising COVID-19 cases in Seguin and Guadalupe County, the City of Seguin has cancelled all events held on City property, through Feb. 1, 2021. This includes bookings at the Seguin Events Complex and the Fairground facilities. Customers will receive full refunds for all facility bookings impacted by this public health emergency.
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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Walk-N-Talk Across Texas!
Create lifelong habits for physical activity with Walk Across Texas, a free 8-week program hosted by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and the Seguin Public Library. Register to start a healthier lifestyle by Friday, Feb. 5 when a morning session begins at 10 a.m. and an evening session at 5 p.m. Walk-nTalk will then be held Fridays through March 26. Registration is required to participate at www.library. seguintexas. gov. All classes are free and open to the public. Call 830-401-2422 or visit the website for more information.
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information, email jjr112@txstate.edu. To register visit https://www.sdi.txstate.edu/ProgramsResources/ Ve t e r a n s / Ve t e r a n s A l l i a n c e o f Te x a s S t a t e / VATSGolfTournament.html.
about Seguin. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, the Aumont, the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce and Parker’s City Pharmacy.
Christmas Tree Collection in City of Seguin
RAPPS Individual Sessions
Residents wanting to dispose of their live Christmas trees in the City of Seguin can simply place them at the curb with their garbage or on their designated Monday morning as part of the City’s brush collection rotation. Stands, lights, ornaments, and other decorations must be removed, and the tree must be cut in half before it Seguin Field of Honor 2021 BBQ will be collected. Brush collection dates in your zone can be found at www.seguintexas.gov by clicking Fundraiser There will be a Seguin Field of Honor 2021 BBQ on the Public Works page - Brush link. For more Fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6 information call 830-401-2416. at the American Legion Post 245, located at 618 E. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. Tickets are $10 and include United Way Applications 1/2 chicken, cowboy potatoes, beans, and trimmings. The Guadalupe County United Way is accepting Proceeds benefit the SS American Memorial. For new applications for organizations seeking funding for years 2022-2023. For more information on the tickets and more information call 830-243-2872. funding application process, contact Executive Director, Mary Hargrave at 830-372-9009 or info@ VATS Golf Tournament The 10th Annual Veterans Alliance of Texas State guadalupeunitedway.org. (VATS) Golf Tournament will be held beginning with registration at noon and a shotgun start at 1 p.m. on Heritage Museum Calendars Saturday, April 24 at The Bandit Golf Course in New The Heritage Museum is selling 2021 calendars for Braunfels. Sponsorships are also available. For more $10 featuring historical buildings and information
The Rural Area Parenting Program Services (RAPPS) will be providing Anger Management, Protective Parenting, Basic Parenting, Co-Parenting (Divorce), and Tobacco Awareness classes online through ZOOM. RAPPS classes are accepted by the Judicial System. To register or for or more information call 830-303-9225, email Seguinrapps@gmail.com, or visit seguinrappsorg.org.
Free Hazardous Waste Pick-Up
The City of Seguin was awarded an Alamo Area Council of Governments Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program grant and is offering residents who live in the city limits an opportunity to participate in the At Your Door Special Collection Program. Items accepted include pesticides, household chemicals, sharps, electronic waste, including televisions, batteries, fluorescent lights, automotive waste products (including oil), paints, thinners, and dozens of other items that don’t belong with your recyclables or regular curbside waste pickup. For a complete list of accepted items, or to arrange a collection, call 1-800449-7587, or visit wmatyourdoor.com/residential. Collection times may vary.
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NAVARRO ISD IS TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR FULL-TIME CUSTODIAL POSITIONS - DISTRICT WIDE: Pay starts at $11/hour (experience necessary and will train), Day and Night Shifts available. Must be fingerprinted and pass background check. Applications accepted online at www.nissd.us or in person at 6450 N. State Hwy. 123, Seguin Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm. THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A GROWING SCHOOL DISTRICT.
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RELIGION
The Country Church Attic
The Country Church Attic is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.
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 830-3036478.
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.
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