De La Cruz

Candor De La Cruz passed away on August 4, 2023 at age of 93. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Victoria De La Cruz; brothers, Felix De La Cruz, Richard De La Cruz, Manuel De La Cruz, Eluterio De La Cruz and sisters Josephine Rodriguez and Petra Camposano. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Teresa De La Cruz; his only daughter Rebecca Soto; son-in-law Roman Ney Soto; grandson Ryan Ney Soto; and granddaughter Grace Lauren Soto.

Candor was born on July 28, 1930, in Seguin, Texas. He graduated from Seguin High School in 1951 and enlisted in the United States Army. He served in the Army from 1951 to 1953 as an Army Medical Tech.

On December 29, 1958, he married Teresa Alvarado. Soon after, he began his career as a furniture salesman. He worked for Starcke Furniture for nearly 40 years under three generations of the Starcke Family. He retired, but soon returned to work at Rooms to Go in Seguin until his 2nd retirement in the early 2000s. During his retirement, he loved spending time with his beloved grandchildren Ryan and Grace. He loved being outdoors and took pride in his yard, his floral gardens, and his pecan trees. Many times, he could be found outdoors watering his roses and plants. He could also be found enjoying his morning coffee at the nearby Donut Palace.

During his life, Candor was a dedicated parishioner of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Seguin. Candor and Teresa were part of the dedication ceremony of the church at its current location in 1967 and donated the baptismal font still used today. He served many roles in the parish including CCD teacher, Parish Council Member, Holy Name Society Member, Member of the Cusillitas, Eucharistic Minister and mass usher. He volunteered annually at the church bazaar setting up booths and assisting with bingo. During his lifetime, he was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Kiwanis Club, the Lions Club, the American Legion and many other organizations. He will be remembered as a loving husband, wonderful father, and doting grandfather.

The family would like to give special thanks to Nesbit Living and Recovery Center and Heart to Heart Hospice for their exceptional care and support. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church or SCUC Special Olympics on behalf of his granddaughter Grace Soto.

Services honoring Candor will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church on Friday, August 11, 2023. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. with the Holy Rosary recited at 10:00 a.m. and the Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at San Geronimo Cemetery.

Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of Goetz Funeral Home, 713 N Austin St. Seguin, Texas 78155, 830-379-2313

Milroy E. Schneider died at his home in Seguin on Wednesday, August 9, 2023. He was born on November 26, 1933, to Edgar and Ulla (Bielke) Schneider in the Zuehl Community. He was baptized and confirmed in the Redeemer Church in Zuehl. He was an active 4-H member in Guadalupe County.

Milroy graduated from Marion High School in 1951. He joined the Air Force and served in Korea during the Korean Conflict.

Milroy married Yvonne Raske in November 1955. After completing his military service, he began work in the meat department at Hild Bros in Marion. He then began working for Handy Andy in San Antonio and Austin.

Because of his meat-cutting skills, family members often invited Milroy to help when the butchering time arrived.

After he retired, Milroy and Yvonne returned to Seguin in 1999. He enjoyed working in their yard and loved gardening, completing woodwork projects, and grocery shopping. He enjoyed 9-pin bowling and was a member of the Marion Bowling Club.

Milroy is preceded in death by his wife Yvonne, his parents, his mother and father-in-law, Henry and Anona Rake, his sister Frances Hall and her husband James, sister in laws Claudia Schneider and Jenalyn Schneider and brother-in-law Rodney Kelso and sister-in-law Marilyn Rake.

Survivors include brother Harry Lee Schneider of La Vernia and Ray Joy Schneider of Illinois, sisters Gloria Schwarzlose and husband Raymond of Uvalde and Sylvia Kelso of Seguin, many nieces and nephews, and family members.

Private services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Guadalupe County Youth Show Scholarship Fund, P. O. Box 1400, Seguin, Texas 78156.

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.

Roxanne Patterson, 89, passed peacefully on July 28, 2023. She was born on January 31, 1934, in Brownfield, Texas. She moved to Seguin in 1962 and began a career at Texas Lutheran College. She gathered many friends at TLC, The Guadalupe County Board of Realtors, and Cascades.

Roxanne married her sweetheart, Jerald “Pat” Patterson, on November 18, 1952. This union led to the births of Craig, Kim (Schmitt), and Lori (Hood). Roxanne is survived by seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Pat Patterson passed away in 2010.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 19, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary at the Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel.

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

Jack Hay, age 85, of Seguin, passed away on August 11, 2023. Jack was born on April 13, 1938, in San Antonio, Texas, to Lavon (Jackson) and Samuel Joseph Hay.

Jack served in the auto parts industry working as a parts salesman up until his retirement. He worked at several parts stores and automotive dealerships from Boerne to Gonzales. He enjoyed working in his shop and was a fan of Auto Racing. His most precious times were spent with his family.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Polly Hay; sons, Scott Hay and wife Debbie, and Samuel Lee Hay and wife Colette; grandchildren, Matthew Hay and wife Lanie, Rebecca Arnst and husband Kolby, and Shannon Canham and husband Colt; great-grandchildren Landon Arnst, James (J.J.) Arnst, Elizabeth Chamberlain, and Jaxson Hay; brother-inlaw Ben Hoeffner and wife Bea; several nieces, nephews, and other loving family members and friends.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Graveside services and interment will be held on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Mission Burial Park South in San Antonio, Texas with Chaplain Emanuel Carpenter officiating. Pallbearers will be Scott Hay, Samuel Lee Hay, Matthew Hay, Kolby Arnst, Colt Canham, and Don Scaramozi.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s 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.