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Tomorrow marks deadline for Christian Cupboard preparing to KWED Christmas Angel contest serve families over holiday break ters explaining why they felt that their families were needing or deserving of $500 cash. However, the KWED Christmas Angel this year is putting the pen into the hands of teachers, youth ministers, coaches or youth mentors in the Seguin area who not only work closely with students but who often times know the specific needs that those families face. This year, these adults are encouraged to write as many letters as they wish for the different individual families they hope to help. However, only one student and their family will be selected for the $500 prize. By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera (Seguin) -Teachers, coaches, youth mentors, youth ministers, camp counselors or anyone who knows a child or family that can use $500 this holiday season have only a couple of more days in which to lend a helping hand. Tuesday is the deadline for

this year's KWED Christmas Angel contest. As continued to be reported, the KWED Christmas Angel has taken a new route of reaching kids and their families who need a little help this holiday season. For years students, 18 and under, have been encouraged to write their own let-

Upon being chosen by the KWED Christmas Angel, the adult, if possible, would be invited to read his or her letter live on the air just a few days before Christmas. The Christmas Angel also reserves the right to determine whether or not the student's name or family will be announced or remain anonymous. See ANGEL, page 2

By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera (Seguin) -- After this week, local kids will be off enjoying their holiday vacation and while ham, turkey and dining out might just be part of all the fun, it might also be part of the struggle for those families who already find it difficult to just get food on the table every other day. Regina Lee, the director of the Seguin Christian Cupboard, Seguin's food pantry, says in the midst of their ongoing holiday food drive, volunteers can't help but think about an increase in demand for food that will begin coming through their doors next week. Lee says for many families, school lunches are important and often times are the only source of nutrition for local children.

"Remember, we have children that are on the free lunch program that will be at home for two weeks and that means that they'll take all of their meals from home and we try to be a little more generous when we have children and families especially at that time because we know they need to eat," said Lee. Lee says for these families, eating out is often times not an option. Plus, she says the need for basic food outweighs any demand for any holiday favorites. "If the need may arise and it will sometimes that they have to come back within the 30 day period, we have to make exceptions for that and so I have to have something on the shelves," said Lee. See CUPBOARD, page 2

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Food donations continue to be accepted during annual holiday drive

Lee says the community through various efforts has really stepped up its game this year and encourages Lee says fortunately, the food donations continue to families to continue to give or even maybe commit pour in from throughout the community. However, to giving all year long. Lee says like the rest of the just as shelves get filled, they quickly can turn us, the grocery bill never ends. empty. "The KWED Blue Santa Food Drive is definitely "Then I have someone who that Friday didn't go by necessary for us. It helps us get through several KWED but she brought 322 pounds of food in honor weeks of the year. People are down maybe with the of her children for Christmas so they are not get any- poundage but they are up with the dollar donation thing else because they don't need anything so we which is very important. Also during have to think in terms of that too but we are very Thanksgiving, several churches host Thanksgiving grateful for our community and what we get. So, I services and two churches St. James Catholic don't look at the poundage because people will give Church and Redeemer United Church in Marion -if I ask for money and if I call on the radio (station) well they held a service also with St. John's and I say I need, whatever, we get it. I'm grateful for Lutheran and the offering they had that weekend or our food drive. It is important to us but I know that that Thursday, they gave to us. So, we have cash anytime we call on the community for food or to get money in order to be able to purchase more of what us through that little hump, they do it," said Lee. we need or desire. So that makes a difference and CUPBOARD, continued from page 1

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Ideas for food donations include but are not limited to cereal, jellies, pasta, Ramen noodles, soups and peanut butter. She says any large bulk items such as sugar, milk, or eggs will be purchased, divided up and distributed to those who need it. Shampoos, detergent, diapers, adult diapers, feminine products or other toiletries are also accepted and will be distributed upon request. Non-perishable food donations can be dropped off at the KWED lobby at 609 E. Court St. or dropped of at the Christian Cupboard located at 516 N. Camp St. A 24/7 drop off box is also available and located on the north wall of the cupboard building. The annual holiday food drive runs through Dec. 31.

Mentors encouraged to illustrate spirit of Christmas through letter writing contest “We’ll get those little devils!”

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printed in the holiday edition of the Seguin Daily News.

However, the name of that student plus the address and phone number of both the family and nominating adult must be included in each entry. The student must also be present to receive the award.

Letters without a name or phone number will not be considered for the contest. The winning letter will be chosen by an anonymous panel of judges not employed at Seguin Radio KWED or the Seguin Daily News.

The contest was started a few years ago to help illustrate the Christmas season's true spirit of giving and sharing.

All letters for this year's contest must be submitted by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17 at the radio station located at 609 E. Court St. The radio station is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Carl Gustafson announces retirement as Texas Lutheran’s head football coach

(Seguin) - Carl Gustafson, a two-time American Southwest Conference Coach of the Year, is retiring as head football coach of the Texas Lutheran Bulldogs. Gustafson made the announcement Thursday afternoon to his players and to his coaching staff. “This has been my 35th year doing what I love to do,” said Gustafson. “But in those 35 years, for me to be able to do what I loved to do, a lot of people made sacrifices. My wife Charlotte, she has been my strongest supporter and encourager. The reality is that during these past 35 years she has had to run the household and in many ways raise our kids, allowing me to go and chase my dreams. Charlotte has always been so supportive. She understands the positive impact that coaching has on young people’s lives. Football as a game gives us a lot of opportunities to teach life lessons.”

“You are coaching a game you love, and you are building lifelong relationships along the way. Ultimately, that is the best reward that there could be. The irony is that many coaches get into this profession because they want to have a positive impact on young people. While we hope that we have had an impact on them, we know that they have had a profound impact on our lives. In many ways it is not a profession but a way of life. I will miss that way of life. Both of our kids are getting ready to graduate, one from a doctoral program and one from graduate school, and I’ve gotten to a point that I look forward to a little slower pace and to being home.”

Gustafson retires after three seasons with the Bulldogs. He was the 2017 and the 2019 ASC Coach of the Year. He registered the second-best winning percentage in school history for a TLU head football coach with more than 15 wins. “I’m so grateful for all that Coach Gus has given to TLU,” TLU President Dr. Debbie Cottrell said. “He is a talented coach, a great teacher, and a valued member of our community. He has done an outstanding job, and he will be missed.” Gustafson and the Bulldogs went 21-9 in his three seasons as head coach, producing a winning percentage of .700. This past season, Gustafson guided the Bulldogs to a program-best second-place finish in the ASC. TLU went 8-2 overall and 8-1 in league play. “I am so appreciative to end my coaching career at Texas Lutheran,” said Gustafson. “This university is all about relationships, and it is all about its people. And I sincerely cannot imagine a better place for young people to pursue a college degree. That is why it was always so easy to recruit here because I knew what this university could do for young people. I will cherish for the rest of my life the relationships that were developed and nurtured here at this university. I love what this university stands for. Part of what it stands for is that sense of community, and I am so thankful that I have been able to be a part of the TLU community. I will always be TLU’s No. 1 fan.” See GUSTAFSON, page 5

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Brought to you exclusively by: First Commercial Bank Sports Gustafson steps down after three successful season at TLU GUSTAFSON, continued from page 4 “This university is what it is because of the leadership we have been blessed to have through the years. I would be remiss if I did not express my gratitude to Dr. Stuart Dorsey, who was president when I was hired for this role, to current TLU President Dr. Debbie Cottrell for her continued support and encouragement, and to Director of Athletics Bill Miller for his leadership, guidance, and friendship. Coach Miller leads an athletics department that is focused on the kids first. And that is the way that it should be. Looking to the future, the best is yet to come for our football program, and the best is yet to come for this university because of its people.”

tied for the Bulldogs’ then best-ever finish in the ASC. Gustafson and the Bulldogs carried that 2017 momentum into the 2018 and 2019 seasons, compiling an overall record of 15-5 (.750) and a league mark of 14-4 (.778) in that two-year span. “My heart is full because of the guys on the team these past three seasons,” said Gustafson. “I have been truly privileged to call myself their head coach. Football teams are always measured by wins and losses, and this team has made us proud in that regard, but I am most proud and most rewarded by how these young men handle themselves off the field and in the classroom. I will miss the players dearly.”

In 2017, Gustafson’s first year as head coach, he took a team coming off a 2-8 season and produced a 6-4 overall record and 6-3 mark in the always-tough ASC. TLU had six returning starters on offense and two returning starters on defense when Gustafson took the job on Nov. 17, 2016. In the 2017 ASC Preseason Coaches’ Poll, TLU was picked seventh out of 10 teams.

“In addition to being with our players, if I have done anything else well, it is that I have been able to play a part in building what I think is one of the best coaching staffs in this area. It has been a dream of mine to be able to coach with many of these men, and I will miss them. I will miss their camaraderie. They are all great coaches, but more than that they are all really good men and good role models for our young people.”

But with a vastly improved defense and a powerful rushing attack, Gustafson and the Bulldogs grabbed a third-place league finish that

TLU’s eight wins in the ASC in 2019 were the most by a Bulldog squad in the university’s 18 seasons in the ASC (1998-2012, 2017-

present). The eight overall wins marked just the eighth time in TLU’s 85 football seasons that the Bulldogs won that many games in a single season. The 2019 Bulldogs were ranked in the Top 25 and in the NCAA Division III South Region rankings at times during the 2019 season, and TLU played for the conference championship on Nov. 9 at defending national champion Mary Hardin-Baylor. “Not only did Carl Gustafson consistently win football games for us at Texas Lutheran, he always did it with class, integrity, and professionalism,” said Bill Miller, TLU’s director of athletics. “I will miss Carl. He always did things the right way, and I never had to worry about the direction he was taking our football program. His coaching record, but more importantly his record of molding and mentoring our student-athletes, will long be remembered here.” “And as much as I want Carl to stay with us and continue, I know that when a coach knows it is time to retire, then it is time to retire. I wish Carl and his wife Charlotte all the best in Carl’s retirement. It will be an adjustment for all of us, but I am happy for Carl and for Charlotte and their family. We have been very blessed to have them with us.”

Ricky Matt named 22nd head football coach in Texas Lutheran history (Seguin) - Ricky Matt, Texas Lutheran University’s assistant head football coach and defensive coordinator, has accepted the university’s offer to become the 22nd head football coach in program history. Matt (pronounced “MOTT”) succeeds Carl Gustafson, who announced his retirement on Thursday. Gustafson, a two-time American Southwest Conference Coach of the Year, was TLU’s head coach for three seasons and produced a 21-9 overall record and 20-7 mark in the ASC. The Bulldogs were 8-2 overall and 8-1 in the ASC in 2019. “We are thrilled that Ricky Matt is the new head football coach at Texas Lutheran University,” TLU President Dr. Debbie Cottrell said. “As an alum of Texas Lutheran and a former Bulldog football player, Coach Matt knows and loves this place - its people, its student-athletes, its culture, and its history.” “Coach Matt is a dedicated Bulldog who has had tremendous success here as an assistant head coach and defensive coordinator, and I have full confidence that this success will continue as he assumes the role of head coach. As

he retires, Carl Gustafson is leaving our football program in outstanding shape, and we are forever grateful for the job that Coach Gus did. I believe that Coach Matt will continue this tradition of excellence and push the program to new heights in the American Southwest Conference and in the NCAA Division III.” Matt was one of the first hires by Gustafson after Gustafson accepted the TLU head coaching position on Nov. 17, 2016. Matt was named defensive coordinator on Jan. 10, 2017. He served as defensive coordinator in all three of Gustafson’s seasons as head coach. Matt was promoted to assistant head coach prior to the 2018 season. “Coach Gus brought me back to TLU, and I want to thank him for giving me that opportunity,” said Matt, a 1979 graduate of TLU and a member of the university’s 1975 NAIA-II National Championship squad. “It has been a privilege to coach with him. His integrity and leadership have been examples to all of us. What I like most about Coach Gus is that in every decision he made he had the players’ best interest at heart. Coach Gus loves his players, and they love him.”

“The top priorities for me now will be to keep our staff together and our team together and to recruit student-athletes that will make us better. It comes down to recruiting, retaining, and graduating. Our goals always will be to win the conference championship and to make the playoffs. At TLU we want to dream big. We believe we can accomplish anything if we have faith, courage, and enthusiasm. I believe positive relationships are everything. The cornerstones of this program will be faith, family, education, and football.” Matt, 62, has 41 years of football coaching experience. He has coached collegiately at TLU, Central Arkansas, Trinity (Texas), Texas State-San Marcos, Texas A&M-Kingsville, McNeese State (La.), Nicholls State (La.), and Louisiana State-Monroe. “This is a special opportunity at TLU, and I thank our university president, Dr. Debbie Cottrell, for the trust and faith she has placed in me,” said Matt. “We are lucky to have her as our president. She understands the importance of athletics and the critical role that athletics plays in our university’s life.” “And I want to thank our Director of Athletics Bill Miller. Coach Miller was a teammate of

mine on the 1975 national championship team, when I was a freshman and he was a junior. I consider him to be my mentor. I believe that Coach Miller has given of himself to TLU as much as anybody. He’s done so as a player, as a coach and as an athletics director. Coach Miller is a winner, and we appreciate all that he does for the university and the athletics department.” Matt’s three years at TLU as defensive coordinator have produced three of the best statistical years in the Bulldogs’ non-scholarship era, which started in 1998. The Bulldogs went from allowing 38.2 points per game in 2016 (the year before Matt’s arrival) to allowing 29.2 in 2017 – a ninepoint improvement per game. TLU also went from two overall wins in 2016 to six wins in 2017. The points allowed per game by the TLU defense has gone from 29.2 in 2017, to 26.9 in 2018, to a new TLU DIII-era record of 18.4 points per game in 2019. Under Matt, TLU became a much better defense against the run. The Bulldogs went from giving up 171.6 yards of rushing per game in 2016 to allowing only 91.8 yards per game in 2017. See NEWCOACH, page 6

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TLU defensive coordinator Matt takes head coaching reins team turnover margin per game of plus-1.5. That turnover margin currently ranks sixth in NCAA Division III.

NEWCOACH, continued from page 5 The 2018 squad set the TLU DIII-era record for rushing defense by allowing only 76.5 rushing yards per contest. The 2019 squad came within six yards per game of tying the mark of the 2018 team. This past season, the TLU defense gave up only 82.5 yards on the ground per game.

The TLU defense also ranks 12th nationally in defensive touchdowns, with four, and ranks 23rd in fumbles recovered, with 12. In the team’s road upset this year of thenNo. 6 Hardin-Simmons, the Bulldogs scored three defensive touchdowns in a 38-27 win in Abilene, Texas. The victory was the Bulldogs’ second-ever win at HSU’s Shelton Stadium.

In Matt’s three years as defensive coordinator, the Bulldogs have produced the top three rushing defense seasons of TLU’s NCAA Division III era, spanning 22 seasons.

The Bulldog defense this year also ranked 24th nationally in sacks, at 3.2 per contest, and 30th in team tackles for loss, at 8.0 per game.

“When we hired Ricky Matt in January of 2017, I said he was on the short list of the best defensive minds in this state and this part of the country,” said Gustafson. “That wasn’t just a lot of talk. Hiring Ricky as our defensive coordinator was one of the best moves we could make when we came back to TLU in 2017. Ricky did an outstanding job in that first year, and our defense and our whole team continued to improve in each successive year with the help of his knowledge and guidance.”

Matt also has extensive coaching experience at the high school level. Matt has coached at Converse Judson, San Antonio Reagan, Nederland, New Braunfels, Samuel Clemens (in Schertz, Texas), Crowley (La.), and Opelousas (La.). Just prior to his return to TLU as a coach, Matt was at Converse Judson High School, where he served as the defensive coordinator of the Rockets for three seasons (201416).

“I am so happy that he is the new head coach for this program. I know that Ricky is thrilled to be the head coach at his alma mater. He’s ready for the challenge.” TLU’s pass defense numbers under Matt also have enjoyed significant improvement. In Matt’s first season as defensive coordinator, 2017, the Bulldogs allowed 309.1 passing yards per game. That number dropped to 259.8 per game in 2018 and fell to 203.7 per contest this season. The Bulldogs’ 2019 pass defense allowed the fewest passing touchdowns (10) in TLU’s 22 seasons since the re-start of the football program in 1998. The total number of opponent touchdowns allowed (24) in 2019 also set a new TLU DIII-era record for fewest TDs allowed in a season. The

2019 squad broke the DIII-era record by six touchdowns. The defense’s improvement combined with the Bulldogs’ bruising, ball-control offense produced a runner-up finish in the ASC in 2019 and a pair of third-place ASC finishes (in 2017 and 2018). Counting TLU, there are 10 football teams in the American Southwest Conference. “Coach Matt is one of the best defensive minds around, and I am excited to see him in action as our new head football coach,” said Bill Miller, TLU’s director of athletics.

“What Coach Matt has done with our defense and our players in three years is simply amazing. Coach Matt and Coach Gustafson worked extremely well together, and their coaching and teaching, along with hard work from all of the members of our football coaching staff, led to our best three-year stretch in the ASC. I know Coach Matt is dedicated and driven to keep this high level of success going.” Matt coached playing All-American and Academic All-American® Manny Longoria for three seasons. Matt was instrumental in moving

Longoria, a safety in his first year with the Bulldogs, to the defensive line. Over the 2017, 2018 and 2019 seasons, Longoria set new TLU school records for career sacks (24.5) and for career tackles for loss (46.5). Longoria, a three-time All-ASC selection, collected two All-South Region honors. Free safety James Bell, another three-time All-ASC choice, garnered three consecutive All-South Region accolades. The 2019 TLU defense combined with the TLU offense to produce a

Matt played on Texas Lutheran’s 1975 NAIA-II National Championship team, coached by Jim Wacker. Matt also played on the Bulldogs’ 1976 NAIA-II National Semifinal team, coached by Dan Knight. Matt was a defensive back for the Bulldogs. Matt has a master’s degree in Education and Administration (Supervision) from Louisiana State University - Monroe. Matt and his wife Susan will celebrate their 36th wedding anniversary in December. Susan and Ricky have three children - Megan, Jerod, and Ross - and three grandchildren, with a fourth grandchild due in March.

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Blood Drive

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The Guadalupe Regional Medical Center will have a Blood Drive from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16 in the Selig Room. All donors will receive a $10 HEB gift card. To schedule an appointment, call Veronica San Miguel at 830-401-7211.

The Seguin Public Library and the New Braunfels Food Bank will host a free session on Emotional Eating During the Holidays at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18. Nutrition and Wellness Education Coordinator, Jennifer Lankford, will discuss the tools needed to overcome emotional eating, including healthier alternatives, managing stress, and practicing mindful eating. Call 830-4012422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

The Texas Theatre presents “Christmas Belles,” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19, Friday, Dec. 20, and Saturday, Dec. 21. There will be a 2:30 performance Sunday, Dec. 22. Tickets are $15 presale and $20 at the door. Tickets are available at Gift & Gourmet, Keepers, the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce, or online at .

CMA Private Lesson Students Performance The TLU Community Music Academy Private Lesson Students in violin, viola, cello, bass and guitar will perform at 5 and 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16 at the Seguin Presbyterian Church.

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 .

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 .

Teen Tuesday: Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament The Seguin Public Library will host a free Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament for youth ages 10 through 17 at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 17 in the Technology Room on the 2nd floor. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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.

Comal Country Music Show The Comal Country Music Show will be held from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17 at the Columbus Club Hall, located at 111 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The featured artist are Stacey Stark, Dennis Down, and Levi Stark. The doors open at 6 p.m. with a $7 cover charge.

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.

Kids’ Art Club: Holiday Crafts The Seguin Public Library will offer Holiday Crafts, for ages 6 through 11, during Kids’ Art Club at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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 .

Public Safety Youth Academy The Seguin Police Department’s Public Safety Youth Academy is accepting applications from high school students through Friday, Dec. 20. The Academy will run from Jan. 23 through April 9. To apply, contact Courtney Toliver at 830-401-2473 or ctoliver@segintexas.gov.

Holiday Matinee The Seguin Public Library will host a Holiday Matinee at 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20. There will be popcorn and refreshments while supplies last. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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There will be an Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) Photo with the Grinch fundraiser from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19 at 505 N. Austin St. in Seguin. Photo packages start at $15.

There will be a dance featuring Tom Teboe at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20 at the Silver Center. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. with a $7 admission for members and $9 for non-members. A light supper of a chicken salad sandwich, chips and beverage will be available. For more information visit us at silvercenterseguin.com or call 830-303-6612.

Cibolo Grange Farmers & Artisans Market The Cibolo Grange Farmers & Artisans Market is held from 3 to 7 p.m. Thursdays at 413 North Main Street in Cibolo. For more information, or to join as a vendor, visit the Cibolo Grange Farmers & Artisans Market Facebook page or call 210-7229054.

Yoga at the Library There will be a free yoga class at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19 at the Seguin Public Library. Bring your own yoga mat. Call 830-4012422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Silver Center Christmas Opry There will be an Old Fashioned Christmas Opry at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19 at the Silver Center. The featured entertainment will be Clint Taft, Gabe Galvan, Priscilla Speed, Buddy Roy, Jay Pfannstiel, Bill Davis, and Glenda Layton. The doors open at 6 p.m. with a $7 per person admission. A homemade meal of Turkey and Dressing with all the trimmings will be available for $7 beginning 6 p.m. For more information call 830303-6612.

Ropes Challenge Day The Irma Lewis Seguin Outdoor Learning Center will have a Ropes Challenge Day for ages 8 to 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21. The cost is $30 per participant. The nonrefundable deposit is $25. Dress appropiate for the weather, bring a water bottle, lunch, and a snack. Spaces are limited, for reservations call 830-379-7652.

Tai Chi The GRMC’s Inpatient Rehab Unit will have its free Tai Chi class at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 21 in the Community Meeting Room at the Seguin Public Library. The class will be taught by licensed GRMC physical therapist and Tai Chi instructor, Barry Jackson. For more information, please call 830-401-7789.

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There will be a dance featuring the Good Ole Boys from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $10. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830-305-8829.

The City of Seguin offices and Seguin Public Library will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24 and Wednesday, Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holidays. Offices will re-open Thursday, Dec. 26. There will be no garbage, recycling, or brush collection service on Christmas Day and services will be delayed by one day. Wednesday collections will be picked up on Thursday, Dec. 26 and Friday collections will be picked up Saturday, Dec. 27. For more information call 830-401-2445.

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.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance There will be a dance featuring Bimbo from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $8 The Auxiliary kitchen opens at 2 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-3790506 or 830-305-8829.

Kettle Campaign The 2019 Salvation Army Kettle Campaign will run through Christmas Eve, except on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in front of Walmart and Walgreens. For more information call 830-3051352.

Give the Gift of Circulation The Seguin Public Library is encouraging citizens to pick from a selection of books that need a little boost in circulation. The library currently has books that were purchased for its grand opening day selection that have never circulated, these books will be on display for readers to check out and read. Visit this display today to Give the Gift of Circulation!

Volunteers Needed The Precious Life Services is recruiting volunteers to help with training classes, fundraising, event planning, and coordinating. To volunteer, call 830-372-5980.

AARP Seeking Driver Safety Instructors The AARP is seeking volunteers to become Driver Safety Instructors. For more information and to register for the program, visit .

Volunteers Needed for Tax Aide 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.

Silver Center Closure The Silver Center will close at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 24 and will remain closed during the day through Friday, Dec. 27. There will be a dance Friday, Dec. 27 and a New Year’s Eve dance Tuesday, Dec. 31.

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.

Library Closure

Geronimo VFW New Years Eve Dance

The Seguin Public Library will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24 and Wednesday, Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas Holiday. Normal Business hours will resume at 9 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 26. Items may be renewed online, or returned using the outdoor book return.

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.

Silver Center Dance There will be a dance featuring Wrangler Country at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27 at the Silver Center. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. with a $7 admission for members, $9 for non-members. For more information or to reserve a table, call 830-303-6612.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance There will be a dance featuring Randy Harrison & the Posse Band from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29 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.

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.

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Outdoor Learning Center Adventure Day

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.

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 appropiate 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.

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.

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Religion Crossroads Christmas Production

Christmas Day Service

The Crossroads Church is featuring “The Little Drummer Boy” Christmas production at 9 and 11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 22 at 3455 U.S. Hwy. 90 in Seguin.

The Triumphant Lutheran Church will have a casual Christmas Day Service at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 25 at 21315 Bat Cave Rd in Garden Ridge. For more information call 210-6519090 or visit .

Christmas Pageant The St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church will have its Christmas Pageant at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 22 at 201 E. Nolte St. in Seguin.

Christmas Eve Services The Triumphant Lutheran Church will have a Christmas Eve Services at 3, 5, and 11 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 24 at 21315 Bat Cave Rd in Garden Ridge. For more information call 210-6519090 or visit .

Christmas Eve Services The St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church will have its Christmas Day Service at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 25 at 201 E. Nolte St. in Seguin.

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.

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Christmas Eve Services The St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church will have its Christmas Eve Services at 5:30 and 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 24 at 201 E. Nolte St. in Seguin.

Candle Light Service The Crossroads Church will have its Candle Light Service from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 24 at Central Park in downtown Seguin. For more information call 830-379-7737.

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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Vital Statistics Amado H. “Buddy” Gonzalez

Gonzalez, Adam Aguero, Isidero Aguero, John Michael Mendez, Mitchell Eladhari, and Ruben Gonzalez. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 409 W. Krezdorn, 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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Amado H. “Buddy” Gonzalez, of New Braunfels, joined our Lord and Savior on December 8, 2019.

father, Robert F. Lemm, Jr., grandfather Cleo Robertson Rogers, and grandmother, Frances Irene Peterson Rogers. Survivors include his wife Sabrina Michelle Carr; son, Clayton James Carr; daughter, Jasmine Ariana Meade; mother, Alvia Jean Fosnight; brothers, Robert Francis Lemm III and wife Sandra, and Joseph L. Tomlinson; sister, Coylee Renee Harness and husband Stephen; grandsons, Evan Michael Carr and Hayden Cole Carr; step-daughters, Caitlin Elise McLaughlin, Megan Leigh McLaughlin, and Molly Joanne McLaughlin; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Sandra and Victor Rhodes, Sr.; brothers-in-law, Victor Rhodes, Jr. and wife Lynnette, and Wade Rhodes and wife Lenora; sister-in-law, Crystal Rhodes; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends.

Sonny Jack Towery

Visitation will begin on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Tres Hewell Mortuary at 5 p.m. followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6:30 p.m. A procession will depart Tres Hewell Mortuary on Friday, December 13, 2019 at 11 a.m. for Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Marion Community Cemetery in Marion, TX. Amado was born on January 26, 1958 in Mexico to Jose Villegas and Elva Magdalena (Hernandez) Gonzalez. Amado was a longtime employee with CMC Steel, where he operated forklift for many years. He will be remembered by his family and friends for his kind and loving heart and his contagious smile, and also his love for the Dallas Cowboys and the San Antonio Spurs. Amado is preceded in death by his father, Jose Villegas Gonzalez, sisters, Irma Gonzalez and Ilda Gonzalez. Survivors include his loving wife of 33 years, Lucy “Mary” Gonzalez; children, Anthony James Gonzalez and partner Erin Hand, Christopher Martin Gonzalez, and Amanda Kathaleen Eladhari and husband Mitch; grandchildren, Mackenzie Cadence Ryan, and Austin James Gonzalez; mother, Elva Gonzalez; siblings, Jose A. Gonzalez and wife Bertha, Eloy Gonzalez and wife Esmeralda, Pedro Gonzalez and partner Berta Salas, Dora Tolle and husband Mark, Ruben Gonzalez and partner Joann Guel, Roel Gonzalez and wife Angelita, Dimantina Gonzalez, Elva Aguero and husband Isidero, and Rosita Torres and husband Lee; several aunts and uncles, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many, many friends. Serving as pallbearers will be, Anthony Gonzalez, Christopher Gonzalez, Jason

giving his commentary on all of the plays. Sonny is preceded in death by his loving wife Janeen Grein Towery; his parents Oneal and Ora Towery; three sisters, Ruth Sonntag, Billie Jean Bujak, and Lillie Mae Hargrove; two brothers, Otha F. Towery and James F. Towery; and grandson Taylor Charles Towery. Sonny is survived by his children, Scott Towery (Connie) of Corpus Christi, TX, Chris Towery (Delane) of Houston, TX, and Wade Towery of Houston; six grandchildren, Tara Towery Moore (Daniel), Tamara Towery, Hannah Towery, Victoria Tucker (Caleb), Hailey Towery and Madison Towery; great-grandson, Lake Wilson and great-granddaughters Charlie Taylor Tucker and Sophia Towery Moore; brother Oneal Towery (Grace); sister Jonnie Canfield; sisterin-law Jill Grein; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other loving family members and friends. The Towery family would like to extend a special thank you to Sonny’s neighborhood friends, who have been so supportive of him.

Gregory Eugene Carr, age 52 of Seguin formerly Alvin, TX, passed away on November 28, 2019. A memorial service celebrating Greg’s life will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 12 P.M. at the Guadalupe County Fairgrounds arena. Greg was born in Sugarland, TX on March 20, 1967. We lost a great one. Greg’s charm and demeanor are something to be remembered. Horses and children loved and clung to him for safety and comfort. Cowboy was his way and he never let anyone tell him how to live. He never met a stranger and would welcome anyone into his heart. He never backed down from a challenge and would set it straight with anyone that got out of line or crossed him. “No fear” was his motto and “Ain’t Scared” was his creed. In fact, the only thing he feared was losing the ones he loved. If you knew him, you knew where you stood with him. His help was free and offered with no hesitation. Anytime he showed up, the day got better and there was always an adventure to be had. He could never sit still and constantly kept his mind busy. He had a little “outlaw” in his blood, but not in a bad way. Greg Carr lived and loved life to the fullest and will be greatly missed. Greg is preceded in death by his daughter, Karlee Alvia Carr, son, Caleb Wayne Carr, grandchildren, Rhyder Blaike Stehling and Jason Eric Meade,

Sonny Jack Towery, age 81 of Seguin, passed away on December 5, 2019. Sonny was born in Seguin, Texas on January 1, 1938 to Oneal Franklin and Ora May (Wise) Towery. Sonny was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. On November 10, 1957, Sonny married his high school sweetheart, Janeen Martha Lyn Grein. Together they shared many adventures traveling across the United States in their RV and meeting lifelong friends along the way. They especially loved to retreat to their home in Ruidoso, New Mexico during the hot Texas months. After his retirement from BJ Hughes in Houston, TX, Sonny and Janeen retired at their lake house in Huntsville, Texas. It is there, they became grandparents to six beautiful granddaughters, who loved spending time at NeNi and Popie’s lake house. Sonny enjoyed the great outdoors and especially four wheeling and snowmobiling in Colorado and New Mexico. He was a devoted San Antonio Spurs fan and never missed watching a game during basketball season, and of course

Graveside services and interment will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 10:30 a.m., at St. James Catholic Cemetery with Rev. Msgr. Dennis Darilek officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to St. James Catholic Church, 510 S. Camp St., Seguin, Texas, 78155. You are invited to sign the guestbook at . Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, (830) 549-5912

Asaad Marsai Turner Asaad Marsai Turner went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 7th, 2019 at the tender age of 2 years old. His funeral will be held Saturday, December 14th, 2019 at 11:00 Am from Emmanuel Lutheran Church with interment at Garden of Memories Memorial Park! He is survived by his mother, Courtney Wallace, his uncle, Andre' Jackson, and his Great Grandparents, Ruby and Johnnie Greenwood. SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO THE REVERENT CARE OF EUNICE AND LEE MORTUARY! DOING GOOD TO ALL OF GOD'S FAMILY'S. OBITS, page 16

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Maxine Walling Hunt Krenz, age 89 of Seguin, passed away on December 12, 2019 at her home surrounded by her family.

Burwell (Burl) Baron age 86 of Seguin, Texas, passed away on December 12, 2019.

Maxine was born on November 23, 1930 in Adams, Tennessee to Edgar Ambrose and Lester Pauline (Mayo) Walling. She is preceded in death by her husband, Otto Krenz, Jr. and former husband and friend, Harry E. Hunt, her parents, her daughterin-law, Vickie Hunt and her brothers, Bill Walling and Donn Walling. Survivors include her children, Ed Hunt and partner Pauline Gonzales, Michael Hunt and wife Alicia, Regena Simms and husband Larry, and Lauri Hunt; sister-in-law, Dorothy Walling; eight grandchildren, numerous greatgrandchildren, and great-great grandchild, numerous nieces and nephews; other loving family members and friends. Private services will be held at a later date as will a private interment in Tennessee. Memorial contributions may be made to Hope Hospice, 611 N. Walnut Ave., New Braunfels, TX, 78130 or to the charity of oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choice. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com

A memorial visitation will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2019 from 5-7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Burl was born on November 23, 1933 in San Angelo, Texas to Edward Valentine and Minnie Augusta (Pieper) Baron. Survivors include his loving wife of 67 years, Nell Baron; his daughter, Tambra Baron, her daughter Shailie Baron and great grandson Stanley; daughter, Bronwyn Skyvara and her husband, Kennon Skyvara, along with their children Kenna, Kelton and Brecken; daughter, Tracie Baron Munn and her sons Cannon, McKay and Cahil and daughter Korey VanderVloedt and great grandchildren Blaire, Piper and Reid. Burl was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints. He sincerely loved his family, so in remembrance of him, please tell your loved ones how much they mean to you. 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.

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