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James Edward “Tuddy” Dietz, age 86 of Seguin, passed away on May 13, 2023. Tuddy was born on June 6, 1936 in Seguin, Texas to Hilda (Kuehne) and Harry Anton Dietz. He was born and raised in Seguin, and was a member of the Seguin High School Class of 1954. He proudly served his country in the National Guard. Tuddy was a lifetime member of Emanuel’s Lutheran Church where he served two terms on the church council. He began his banking career at First National Bank as a loan officer and agricultural estimator which included valuing cattle. He retired from Wells Fargo Bank in 2001.

He was involved in many clubs and memberships serving throughout Guadalupe County including, Guadalupe County Farm Bureau, Guadalupe County Fair Association, Guadalupe County Ground Water Conservation District, Texas Greyhound Association member, active in the Kingsbury Fire Department, Seguin Noon Lions, Seguin Outdoor Learning Center, Guadalupe County Wildlife Management Committee and a 4-H leader for the Horse Club.

His service also included Guadalupe County Commissioner for five years and a founding member of the Beloved and ever Popular Buck Fever, Inc. of which he served as President and Treasurer.

He was an active long-time member of the Kingsbury Masonic Lodge # 887 AF & AM.

A lover of the outdoors, Tuddy will be remembered as a longtime farmer and rancher who also loved fishing and hunting. He also loved watching the rodeos on the cowboy channel, especially when his granddaughter Ashlee is competing.

Tuddy is preceded in death by his loving wife of 46 years, Jeanette Dolle Dietz, his parents, his brother, Harry Dietz, his nephew, Harry Gene Dietz and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Linda (Illhardt) and Leroy Dolle and brothers-inlaw, Herman and Stanley Dolle.

Survivors include his loving daughter, Jami Dietz-Carley and husband Spencer; grandchildren whom he loved dearly, Ashlee Carley, Kahlan “Kay Kay” Dietz and Adric Dietz; daughter-in-law, Dr. Elisabeth Noelke; sisters-in-law, Linda Dietz and Anne Dolle; special beloved friends, Sylvia and Refugio “Cuco” Campos; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends.

Visitation will be held at Tres Hewell Mortuary on Monday, May 22, 2023 from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 10 a.m. at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church with the Rev. Marcus Bigott and the Rev. Jim Price officiating and under the auspices of the Kingsbury Masonic Lodge # 887 AF & AM. Interment will follow in the Eden Cemetery. One of his final wishes was for everyone that had a cattle brand to bring it to the cemetery to brand his casket. A reception will follow at the Texas Agricultural Education and Heritage Center (Big Red Barn).

For those whom desire the service may be livestreamed at https://www.youtube. com/@emanuelslutheranseguin.

Serving as pallbearers will be Mark Cerda, Mickey Franz, Jared Koehler, Weston Koehler, Tim Dudley, Harlyn Goebel, Chris Ayotte, Dr. Scott Bugai, Donnie Henk and Ross Roessing. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Allan and Debbie Bode, Kathy Brady, William and Sally Maierhofer, Lilo Mondin, Margaret Taylor, Steve and Barbara Koehler, Greg and Kaye Koehler, Dr. James Rider and Dr. David Rider, Wilfred Bartoskewitz, Burl and Delores Smith, Adam Pierra, Refugio and Sylvia Campos, Louis, Pam Etzel and Jeff Kolbe.

Special thanks to his loving caregiver, Priscilla Garcia at Home Instead, and Advanced Home Health for their wonderful care of Tuddy.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Eden Cemetery Association, c/o Pamela Durbin, 107 Dolle Farm Road, Seguin, Texas, 78155, Kingsbury Volunteer Fire Department, P. O. Box 155, Kingsbury, Texas, 78638, Buck Fever, P. O. Box 230, Seguin, Texas, 78156 or to Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, 206 N. Travis, 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.

Ackermann, Jr., age 80 of Seguin, passed away on May 15, 2023. Billy was born on November 30, 1942 in Seguin, Texas to Thusnelda Ella Emma (Pfeil) and Hugo William Ackermann, Sr. Billy was a 1961 graduate of Schertz Cibolo High School. He enlisted in the Army National Guard after graduation and then retired as a Major after 25 years of service. His career as an engineer allowed him to work on many projects throughout the United States, Mexico and Japan.

In his leisure he enjoyed everything outdoors, including hunting, fishing, biking and outdoor photography. He was always very creative with his hands on projects that he liked including building his own steel guitar, which he played in the Pfeil Brothers Band for many years.

Billy is preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, Daniel Harborth.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Ackermann; daughter, Nicci Little and husband Bryant; son, Mitchell Ackermann; sister, Nelda Harborth; brother, Howard Ackermann and wife Cathy; granddaughter, Lauren Little; beloved grand dog, Jax; several nieces, nephews, numerous cousins, other loving family members and many friends.

Visitation will begin on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 12 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel followed by funeral services at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Willie Stratemann officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in Lone Oak Cemetery in Geronimo.

Serving as pallbearers will be Chris Ackermann, Jimmy Ackermann, Bryant Little, Brad Babel, Timothy Swinney, and Steven Jobe. Honorary pallbearers will be Derial Lutz, Eddie Lutz, and Albert Ackermann.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741 or online at https://www.michaeljfox.org/.

You are invited to sign the guest book at www.tresehewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

Gilbert “Gil” Sandoval, age 76 of Seguin, passed away on May 12, 2023. Gil was born in Harlingen, Texas on March 24, 1947 to Aurora (Solis) and Juan Sandoval.

Gil is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Lydia Avalos.

Survivors include his son, Jeffery Sandoval; sisters, Mary Alvarado, Sara Sandoval and Gloria Martinez; brother-in-law, Antonio “Tony” Avalos; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.

Visitation will begin on Friday, May 19, 2023 at 9 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 9:30 a.m. with Deacon Nick Carrillo officiating. The mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers will be Jason Avalos, Edward Flores, Jesse Montanez, Samuel Alvarez, Jr., Tre Gomez, Antonio Alvarez, Jr., Chris Lozano, Jr. and Jimmy Vela.

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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Maria Louisa Medrano, age 90 of Seguin, passed away peacefully with her beloved family by her side on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.

Maria was born on October 24, 1932, in New Braunfels, Texas to Olivia (Garza) and Pablo Pena, Jr. Maria and her husband were together for 71 years, apart for 9 months, and now together forever.

Maria is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jose A. Medrano, her parents, her great-grandson, Ron Christopher Savior, sonin-law, Willie Sassenhagen, and daughter-in-law, Aurora Medrano.

Survivors include her; sons, Jose Medrano, Jr., Rudy Medrano, and Mario Medrano and wife Sarah; daughters, Caroline Sassenhagen, Linda Medrano, Connie Gearhart and husband Franklin, Sylvia Reyes, and Diana Gutierrez and husband Anthony; siblings, Reynaldo Pena and Aurora Yett; twenty-one grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.

Visitation will begin on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at 4 p.m. followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. There will be no procession. Visitation will begin again on Monday, May 22 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church at 9:30 a.m. followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in San Geronimo Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers will be Kaleb Mendoza, Victor Mendoza, R. J. Gaitan, Andrew Gaitan, Joe Medrano III, James Medrano, Carlos Baltierra, and Michael Bencomo.

The family would like to thank Loving Arms Hospice and especially Vanessa Villarreal for their loving care of Maria.

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.

Brenda Sue Schievelbein, 64, passed away unexpectedly in her home on May 5th, 2023. Her family is deeply saddened by her sudden death.

Brenda was born on March 11th, 1959, in Seguin, Texas to Carole Jean (Schwab) and Virgil Albert Schievelbein. She is the oldest of 4 siblings. She graduated from Seguin High School in 1977 and continued her studies at Southwest Texas State University. Brenda worked as an Optometry Technician and administrative assistant for many years. She was also a member of First Baptist Church in Seguin.

Brenda was a fun spirited soul who embraced many passions. She was very creative and used her talents in many ways including cross stitch, sewing, and art. One of her favorite places was in the sand listening to the waves and soaking up the sun. Brenda also enjoyed baking and cooking. Every Christmas she loved making and sharing her famous “Puppy Chow” with all her friends and family. She loved music and enjoyed playing the piano. Later in life she took up gardening and was known by her neighbors to have the prettiest front yard. Brenda did not have any children, so her nieces and nephews were her pride and joy. With her beautiful youthful spirit, she always knew how to keep the kids entertained!

Brenda is survived by her mother, Carole Schievelbein; sisters, Cyndi Johnson (Kyle), and Lori McCoy; brother, Timothy Schievelbein (fiancée Kelly Follis); nieces and nephews, Chasity Schneider (Bryan), Kelsey McCoy, Evan Schievelbein (Callie), Andi Schievelbein, Kara Linnens (Corey), and Kylee Johnson; great nieces and nephews, Chance, Tatum, Tripp and Ty Schievelbein, Brynley Grace Schneider and Gracie Belle Linnens; numerous cousins, other loving family members and many friends.

Brenda was preceded in death by her father, Virgil Schievelbein and brother-in-law, Ricky McCoy.

A memorial service celebrating Brenda’s life will be held on Thursday, May 18, 2023 at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Brice Mandaville and the Rev. Jeremy Roy officiating. Private graveside services will be held prior at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park. For those who desire the service will be livestreamed at http://vimeo.com/event/3382180.

Brenda was a beautiful person inside and out. She cared deeply for the people around her. She was so kind and passionate and would give her last dollar to someone who she thought needed it more than her. She will be forever missed. Until we meet again.

Charitable donations can be made to the First Baptist Church, 1314 E. Cedar Street, 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.

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