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you have any questions, call your IT support person and get them to scan your computer, but never ever let anybody on your computer until you can verify exactly, 100 percent, who they are," said Bryant.

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(Seguin) -- Another computer scam is apparently making the rounds. Like so many others, this one again targets senior citizens. Edison Bryant, of Bryant PC Solutions in New Braunfels, says they are hearing about more and more of these types of scams. Bryant says the latest scam involves scammers who are calling up people directly, hoping that they can talk the person into giving them remote access to the person's computer. "Folks are getthing this call. They are targeting mostly seniors, but anybody can be a victim of it. They call and they say they are with Microsoft or some other company that is going out of business, and they need to refund your money, but in order for them to refund your money, they have to get on your computer -which should raise a red flag, but some folks don't know. They let them get on their computer, and then they get you to log onto your bank site, and then they ake a picture (screenshot) of your statement, they manipulate it on their side, and download a copy of that picture with a fake refund (shown). So they end up saying 'oh, we meant to refund you $200, but we accidentally refunded you $2,000 -- please return $1,800 to us in gift cards.' And, (of course), they've never put any money in your bank. All they did was get you to

Bryant says his company periodically tries to warn people about the latest scams that are out there. He says people need to remain vigilant, because these scammers are always out there lurking, and looking for a way to access your computer, or your personal information.

withdraw $1,800 and send it to them. It's a real scam. To be quite frank, if someboy calls you and says 'we're with Microsoft' -- I'm sorry. I'm not that important. You're not that important. Microsoft is not going to call us for $200," said Bryant. Bryant says these calls often

sound too good to be true. He says that's because the claims are totally bogus, and these are people who are looking to take advantage of people who might not be completely tech savy. Bryant says that we should all remember that if it doesn't sound right, immediately dis-

connect the call. "If somebody calls you, the best thing that you can do is just hang up. It runs along the same scam lines of 'we're with the IRS and we are going to come get you,' or I got a call the other day that said my social security number was going to be canceled. So if you get these calls, just hang up. If

"It's a scam of volume. These folks are working 24/7. They are (largely) from other parts of the world. So they are working 24/7 and they are making one thousand calls per day. If they get one person to bite and they get $1,800 out of that person, that's a pretty good day if you're living somewhere not in the US. Even in the United States, 1,800 bucks a day would be a pretty good scam if you could do it. That's how they are doing it. They are doing it in total volume. The same thing with email scams. They send out tens-of-thousands of these things, and if they get one person to click on it and get a ransom out of them, that's how they do it. So (again) if you get a call and someone wants to get on your computer -- that you did not initiate the call -- just hang up. If they call back, just keeping hanging up on them," said Bryant. See SCAM, page 2

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be careful when we are online. That includes when it comes to checking our email, or simply answering our phones. "Don't give up anything if you did not

initiate the call. I got one of these calls one day. They wanted to refund me some money, and I said 'why do you need access, just send me a check. If you owe me money, send me a check and I'll gladly accept it via the US Postal Service.' I'm not giving anyone access to my computer unless I initiated the call. I'm not going to give them any private information unless I initiate the call. This is just a toxic, terrible activity that these evil people are doing. To be honest, what we are seeing in our industry, they are preying primarily on the senior community. We want to make sure that the seniors have some place to go. Just call whomoever does your IT support...and (let) them definitely help you out," said Bryant. If you don't have a family member that can help, Bryant says call his company or one of the other information technology businesses in the area. They should be able to handle any of your questions, or help you solve a problem if you've gotten yourself into a jam. Bryant says they are always looking to help people however they can. If you have a tech question, you can call Bryant PC Solutions at 830-625-1700. Local law enforcement officials have also investigated a number of these scams over the years. Those agencies can also help if people feel like they are being victimized while online or on the phone.

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Recap of 2019 in downtown Seguin

walks throughout the south side of downtown. The project was completed in early 2019 with over 700 of linear feet of sidewalks repaired and over a dozen ADA ramps added. The sidewalks will assist in making downtown accessible for all.

By: Jasmyne Perry Main Street and CVB Intern

With the beginning of 2020 quickly approaching, Seguin Main Street wants to take some time to reflect and celebrate everything accomplished in 2019! At the beginning of 2019, Seguin Main Street anticipated the completion of several projects including new residential developments, historic preservation projects and completion of construction projects. Residential Developments Ten new apartments were completed in downtown during 2019. The addition of second floor residences to the district will create an active downtown 24/7 as the new residents will be the frequent customers of downtown businesses. Seven one bedroom efficiencies opened in March at 205 East Court and three two-bedroom apartments opened in April at 212 South Austin Street. Historic Preservation Seguin Main Street saw 2019 as an opportunity to strengthen its historic preservation efforts. This included the adoption of a new preservation ordinance and the even more

important historic resource survey. This survey, completed in August, found additional buildings eligible for designation as landmarks either at the local, state or federal level. This survey also honored the Seguin heritage museum for their vast photo collection and encouraged Seguin Main Street to assist in digitizing their collection. During 2020, Main Street will be enacting several of the recommenda-

tions that were included in the survey. Rehab of Buildings In 2018 the people of Seguin heard rumor of a pizza kitchen being added to Seguin Brewing at 109 W Gonzales. Well now it is here, offering delicious pizza, wings, salads and more! Right around the corner at 109 North Austin, Schultz Saloon opened after a year of construction. The

saloon offers a wide variety of whiskeys and live music. There have also been major improvements to the former Starke Sleep Shop, with one of the four buildings being completed and put on the market. The remaining two buildings will be completed in 2020. Sidewalk Improvements In 2017, Seguin Main Street was awarded a Texas Capital Fund grant for rehab of side-

Successful events Seguin has some fun annual events such as Earth Day, Artsfest, Pecan Fest, the Biggest Small-Town 4th of July Parade, and Sip-N-Stroll to name a few. Each year Seguin Main Street strives to make these events bigger and better. In 2019 we had Snickers bring their limited addition Pecan Candy Bar and we hosted over 100 different vendors selling a variety of items at Pecan Fest. This year we also sold 1,000 Sip-NStroll mugs that featured the old fire house and filed the streets with people, holiday cheer, and of course hot cocoa. Happy New Year! With a successful 2019 in the books, Seguin Main Street is excited for all that is in store for 2020. We hope to see everyone downtown this year and supporting this great city we call home. So goodbye 2019 and hello 2020, Happy New Year!

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(Seguin) - Texas Lutheran senior offensive guard Garrett Garza and junior safety James Bell received All-America honors from D3football.com and became the 92nd and 93rd football All-Americans in school history.

The All-America honors are the first such honors for Bell and Garza. Bell and Garza join senior defensive end Manny Longoria as 2019 All-Americans. On Dec. 4, the American Football Coaches Association named Longoria a Second Team All-American.

Garza was named to the D3football.com First Team All-America, and Bell was elected to the D3football.com Second Team AllAmerica.

In the 2019 season, TLU went 8-2 overall and 8-1 in the American Southwest Conference. The Bulldogs finished as the ASC runner-up for the first time in school history.

Garza and Bell picked up the program's ninth and 10th All-America selections from D3football.com. Garza's First Team selection is just the third First Team honor from D3football.com in school football history. Garza joins kicker Allen Cain, who was a First Team AllAmerican in 2011 and 2012, as the only Bulldogs named to D3football.com's top All-America team. Garza is the second TLU football player to earn All-America honors in two sports. He joins Alan Wells,

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Garza is a two-time All-American as a track & field standout in shot put. After an eighth-place finish in the shot put at the 2019 NCAA Division III Indoor Track & Field Championships, Garza was the national runner-up in the shot put at the 2019 NCAA Division III

Garza, TLU's starting left guard, advanced to the All-America ballot after being named to the All-South Region Team for the first time. Bell was on the All-America ballot for a third consecutive year after three straight All-Region selections.

The Bulldogs were ranked in the Top 25 and in the regional rankings at times during the 2019 season, and TLU played for the conference championship on Nov. 9 at defending national champion Mary Hardin-Baylor. TLU's eight wins in the ASC were the most by a Bulldog squad in the university's 18 seasons in the ASC (1998-2012, 2017-present). See HONORS, page 5

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TLU's Garza, Bell named to All-America squads Bell has started 28 career games for the Bulldogs and collected 156 total tackles and The eight overall wins marked just the eighth 11 interceptions. time in TLU's 85 football seasons that the Bulldogs have won that many games in a single Bell and the TLU defense combined with the season. TLU offense to produce a team turnover margin per game of plus-1.5. The Bulldogs' The Bulldogs were picked fourth in the 2019 turnover margin ranked sixth in NCAA ASC Preseason Football Poll. TLU was Division III. picked behind UMHB, Hardin-Simmons, and East Texas Baptist. The TLU defense also ranked 12th nationally in defensive touchdowns, with four, and TLU defeated ETBU on the road on Sept. 21 ranked 23rd in fumbles recovered, with 12. and then defeated then-No. 6 HSU on the road on Oct. 5. The win over HSU was the The Bulldog defense this year ranked 24th in second win for TLU all-time at the Cowboys' sacks, at 3.2 per contest, and 30th in team Shelton Stadium. tackles for loss, at 8.0 per game. HONORS, continued from page 4

The wins over ETBU and HSU were part of Sports information directors at the various the Bulldogs' seven-game win streak entering schools nominated players for the UMHB game. D3football.com All-America and AllRegion awards. In total 1,065 players were Garza, an All-ASC First Team selection, led a nominated. Bulldog offensive line that paved the way for a top-15 rushing attack and a top-50 total Texas Lutheran D3football.com offense. TLU finished the year ranked 13th All-Americans (out of 247 teams in NCAA Division III) with a rushing offense that averaged 252.9 yards RB Marquis Barolle, per game and 5.06 yards per carry. 2014 (HM) For total offense, TLU ranked 49th with a S James Bell, 2019 unit that averaged 420.3 yards per game and (2nd) 5.85 yards per play. TLU scored 41 offensive G Alejandro Briseno, 2017 touchdowns. (3rd) Allen Cain, 2011 The Bulldogs had three ball carriers - running K (1st), 2012 (1st) backs Chris Monroe and Austin Mathews and quarterback Wade Freeman - ranked in the G Garrett Garza 2019 NCAA Division III top-65 for yards per (1st) carry. Monroe was 33rd at 6.09. Mathews TE Matt Ross, 2004 was 54th at 5.58, and Freeman was 63rd at (3rd) 5.36. K Holt Storrie, 2004 (HM), 2005 (2nd) Bell, a three-time All-ASC First Team selecKendall Wilkerson, 2014 tion, finished the year with 48 total tackles, a G half-tackle for loss, and one interception (in (3rd) the road win over Hardin-Simmons).

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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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Exercise Reduces Risks Of Cancer (Undated) — Getting exercise may lower the risk of getting some cancers. A new study in the Journal of Clinical Oncology showed that people who met recommended amounts of physical activity were less likely to have seven different types of cancers. Those include colon, breast, kidney, liver and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Health officials say folks should get more than two-and-half hours of moderate exercise or 75-minutes of intense aerobic exercise a week.

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The AARP Foundation Tax Aide is seeking volunteers for tax preparation and assistance each Friday and Saturday from Feb. to mid-April at the Seguin Public Library. Volunteers will be trained on the latest tax laws, forms, and software in Jan. To apply visit aarpfoundation.org/taxaidvolunteer.

The Guadalupe Valley Habitat for Humanity will have a Roaring 20’s New Year’s Eve Party from 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 to 12:30 a.m. Jan. 1 at the Rose Ballroom & Historic Aumont Hotel, located at 301 N Austin in Seguin. Tickets are $60 per person and are available at Gift & Gourmet, Serenity Boutique, The Shop Design Associates, The Habitat Store and online through Eventbrite. Enjoy live jazz entertainment provided by Choo-Cha Booch, catering from Werner’s of Shiner, and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. For more information call Madeline Zwicke at 979-777-1574 or email madelinez@guadalupevalleyhabitat.org.

The Cibolo Grange Hall Farmers Market held on Thursdays will be taking a Winter Break and will return Thursday, Feb. 6.

Outdoor Learning Center Adventure Day The Irma Lewis Seguin Outdoor Learning Center will have an Adventure Day, including archery, ropes course, and fishing, for ages 8 to 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30. The cost is $30 per participant. The non-refundable deposit is $25. Dress appropriate for the weather, bring a water bottle, lunch, and a snack. All participants must wear closed-toed shoes. Spaces are limited, for reservations call 830-379-7652.

Guadalupe Appraisal District Closure The Guadalupe Appraisal District will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 31 and Wednesday, Jan. 1. The office will re-open at 8 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 26.

Seguin Youth Services NYE Dance The Seguin Youth Services will have a New Year’s Eve Dance from 8 p.m. to midnight Tuesday, Dec. 31 at the Geronimo Community Center, located at 280 Navarro Dr. The doors open at 7 p.m. with limited seating. There will be complimentary party foods and champagne and entertainment by Clint Taft and the Buck Wild Band. Presale tickets are $15 and $20 tickets will be available at the door. For table reservations and tickets call 830214-4722.

Geronimo VFW New Years Eve Dance 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 .

There will be a New Years Dance featuring Jimmie Bolado and Monte Good from 8 p.m. to midnight Tuesday, Dec. 31 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy 123. There will be champagne, party favors, black eyed peas and cornbread provided at midnight for $17 per person. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830-305-8829.

Preschool Storytime 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 .

Early Library Closure The Seguin Public Library will close early, at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31. It will remain closed Wednesday, Jan. 1 in observance of the New Year. Normal Business hours will resume at 9 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 2. Items may be renewed online, or returned using the outdoor book return.

Alcoholics Anonymous 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.

Silver Center New Years Eve Dance There will be a New Years Eve Dance featuring Carol Cochran, from 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 to 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 1 at the Silver Center. There will be black eyed peas, tamales, and champagne at midnight. Presale tickets are $15 per person and $25 the night of the dance. To reserve a table, or purchase tickets, call 830-303-6612 or visit the Silver Center.

City of Seguin Closures The City of Seguin offices and Seguin Public Library will be closed Wednesday, Jan. 1 in observance of the New Year holiday. Offices will re-open Thursday, Jan. 2. There will be no garbage, recycling, or brush collection service on New Year’s Day and services will be delayed by one day. Wednesday collections will be picked up on Thursday, Jan. 2, Thursday routes will be picked up Friday, Jan. 3, and Friday routes will be collected Saturday, Jan. 4. For more information call 830-401-2445.

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First Friday Feast The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3 at the Big Red Barn. Choose between a hand cut 10 ounce ribeye or a generous portion of hand battered fish complete with all the trimmings for $15. A child’s hot dog meal will be available for $5. This month’s beneficiary is the Guadalupe Valley Counseling Center.

Silver Center Dance There will be a dance featuring Jay Eric & Friends from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan 3 at the Silver Center. The doors open at 6:30 pm with a $7 admission for members and $9 for non-members. For more information visit silvercenterseguin.com or call 830303-6612.

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.

Geronimo VFW Dance There will be a dance featuring the Countrymen Band from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 5 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 830-379-0506 or 830-305-8829.

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. See COM CAL, Page, 13

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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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 830-379-0506 or 830-305-8829.

Geronimo VFW Jam Session

Chamber Mixer

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.

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.

NARFE Meeting

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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.

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.

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.

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 830-303-6612.

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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.

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 830-379-0506 or 830-305-8829.

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 830-305-8829.

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Vital Statistics Mary Louise Thiele Wheat

Mary Louise Thiele Wheat, age 90 of Seguin, passed away on December 23, 2019. Mary was born on January 21, 1929 in Seguin, Texas to Gilbert and Antonie (Eberhard) Thiele. Mary graduated from Seguin High in 1946 and Texas Lutheran College in 1948. Her hobbies included the needle arts and traveling. Her husband’s career took them to varied places around the U.S., but she always considered Seguin her home. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bill J. Wheat, her parents, step-mother, Anna Dyer Thiele, and her sister Betty Jo Fitzgerald. Survivors include her daughter, Mary Anna Wheat; son, William “Rusty” Wheat and wife Tassanee; grandchildren, Anna Wheat, Malenee Wheat and fiancé Bradley Moore; and her sister-in-law, Betty Jane Coffman and husband Paul; several nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends. A memorial service celebrating Mary’s life is being planned at First United Methodist Church for early 2020. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 710 N

Austin St, Seguin, TX 78155, or a She met the love of her life, Rick, at charity of one’s choice. a dance in Garner State Park in 1961 – a park built by her father-inYou are invited to sign the guest law during the CCC Boys era. In book at www.treshewell.com. Seguin, she owned and operated Linda Wallace Interiors where she Arrangements are under the direc- created both beautiful places to live tion of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 and work. Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830Her grandchildren were the light of 549-5912. her life, always setting a Godly example for them as well as others to follow. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Gary Hammon, Bob Covington, Michael Stevens, Bob Siddons, David Lutz and the Spurs Sterling Silver Dancers. Memorial contributions may be made to Mid Texas Symphony Guild, P. O. Box 764, Seguin, Texas, 78156 or to the Citizens United for Lake Placid, (CULP), 2625 Blumberg Park Road, Linda Ann Boyd Wallace, age 75 of Seguin, passed away on December You are invited to sign the guest 18, 2019. A memorial service cele- book at www.treshewell.com. brating Linda’s life will be held on Arrangements are under the direcSaturday, January 4, 2019 at 11 a.m. tion of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 at First Baptist Church in Seguin Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830with Rev. Jeremy Roy and Rev. 549-5912.

Linda Ann Boyd Wallace

Neil Kibbe officiating. A reception will follow at the Wallace Family Home. Private Interment will be held at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park. Linda was born on October 12, 1944 in Shreveport, Louisiana to William and Inace (Burdine) Boyd. Her husband Rick Wallace, parents, brother Ron Boyd and two infant daughters preceded her in death. Survivors include daughter, Traci Brodbeck and husband Neal; son, Boyd Wallace; granddaughters, Morgan Burden and husband Nick, and Glenn Brodbeck; grandsons, Carter and Racer Wallace; great-grandson, Shepherd John Burden; the David Lutz family; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends.

Margaret Mary (Mehrens) McKinney

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 . Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912

Anthony “Tony” Bonkowski

Margaret Mary (Mehrens) McKinney, age 58 of Seguin, gained her Angel wings on Anthony “Tony” Bonkowski, age December 19, 2019. 82 of Seguin, passed away on Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 25, 2019. Arrangements January 7, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. at St. are pending and you may visit James Catholic Church followed by www.treshewell.com. See OBITUARIES, page 17 the recitation of the Holy Rosary at

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Mildred “Millie” Deiker

Mildred “Millie” Deiker, age 82 of Seguin, passed away on Christmas morning 2019. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 5, 2020 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Funeral services celebrating Millie’s life will be held on Monday, January 6, 2020 at 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Cathe Evins officiating. A reception will follow in the Christian Life Center (CLC). Private burial will be held at a later date in the First United Methodist Church Columbarium in Knolle Chapel. Millie was born on June 6, 1937 in Chicago, Illinois to Eugene a n d Amelia “Millie” (Gonsiorowski) Lukasik. She grew up in downtown Chicago with her brothers Danny and Gene, and loved their frequent trips to their grandparent’s farm in Wisconsin. Millie attended school in Chicago until her senior year of

moved to Arlington Heights, IL. The Sharer's Sunday School Class. She graduated high school from Arlington Heights High School Millie also volunteered for other after which she began working church activities and events at Motorola in Franklin Park, IL. such as cooking dinner for the It was there that she met the kids of the MYF, teaching love of her life, Bill Deiker. Vacation Bible School, serving as Treasurer for her Sunday Bill and Millie were married in School class, boxing food for January of 1960, and moved to Angel Food Ministries, helping Bloomingdale, IL where they stock food at the Christian began their family life, welcom- Cupboard, sewing costumes and ing four children into the world. other items for children’s nativity programs, volunteering in the While Bill traveled extensively Pumpkin Patch, serving as a for work, Millie raised four chil- church service usher, and much dren and created a more. beautiful home each time Motorola transferred them A loving mother and homemakto a new city or state. er, Millie was a remarkable cook and enjoyed preparing meals for When the children were young her family and friends, most and while still in Illinois, Millie especially over the holidays. taught Sunday School classes, volunteered with swimming les- She loved to sew and quilt, and sons, served as a room mother was also quite skilled with knitfor her children's various class- ting needles. Over the years, rooms, and was a Cub Scout and Millie gifted her family and Webelos Den Mother. She taught friends with amazing handmade neighbors to sew, and sewed sweaters, scarves, quilts, clothclothing for people who needed ing items, and housewares, all of assistance. which are treasured to this day. Millie especially loved her role Millie, Bill and their family as “Nana” to her many grandmoved to Seguin in 1972, where and great-grandchildren. she continued her focus on her family and community. Millie Millie is preceded in death by led troops of Brownies and Girl her loving husband William Scouts for her daughters, served “Bill” Deiker, her son, William on several civic committees, and “Billy” Deiker, her parents, her was a member of the local brother, Gene Lukasik and her Republican Women’s aunt, Ida Koll. Survivors Association. include her daughters, Kathy Roberts and partner, Keith As an avid Bridge player, Millie Lincoln, Susan Lange, and belonged to several bridge clubs Barbara Marques and husband, in Seguin with numerous long- Darrell; grandchildren, Chris time dear friends. Deiker, Parker Roberts, Carson Roberts, Hannah Roberts, Deeply involved in her church, Austin Lange, David Lange and the First United Methodist wife Victoria, Rachel Marques, Church of Seguin, Millie was a and Sarah Marques; great-

Barrett Lange; brother, Daniel Lukasik and wife Michal Mendelski; sister-in-law, Helen Lukasik; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends. The family wishes to thank Dr. Phil Rinn for his many, many years of care; Dr. Janice Mullens of Texas Oncology for her care and guidance; the nurses and aides of River City Hospice in San Antonio who provided care in Millie’s final days; members of The (FUMC) Sharer’s Sunday School Class and other FUMC members for their prayers and ongoing support; Rev. Cathe Evins for home visits in Seguin and San Antonio t o provide communion, and comfort and reassurance; her many friends for prayers and kind words of support; and her devoted group of closest friends who cared for her, traveled with her, visited her, and laughed with her and loved her dearly until the end. Serving as pallbearers will be Chris Deiker, David Lange, Parker Roberts, Carson Roberts, Darrell Marques, and Keith Lincoln. Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 710 N. Austin St., Seguin, Texas, 78155.

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