Thomas Patrick Schendel passed away peacefully at his home in Kingwood, Texas on Monday October 20, 2025, just a short time before his 74th birthday.  Tom was born in Yorktown, Texas to the late Emil “Parky” and Patricia Sistrunk Schendel on November 12, 1951, their oldest child.  He is survived by his brothers Parker Schendel of Runge, Texas; Todd Schendel and wife Bonnie of Beeville, Texas and Tracey Schendel and Darla of Runge, Texas. Nieces Kelsey (Doug) Caron, Tiffany (Garrett) Tindol and Natalie (Mancil) Crotwell all of Beeville, Texas; Deidre (Chase) Janssen of Runge, Texas and Cheyenne (Tom) Sweeney of Pflugerville, Texas. Great niece and nephew Madelyn and Grayson Tindol of Beeville, Texas; great niece and nephew Hailey (Jason) Guinn and Cameron (Taylor) Lakey of Runge, Texas; and great niece Julia Sweeney of Pflugerville, Texas.

Growing up, Tom enjoyed playing baseball and was a good pitcher.  He also was a linebacker while playing football.  Tom graduated from Runge High School and then received a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas. Tom had a long career in water treatment, more specifically the technical side of Ion Exchange Resins.  Tom worked for several companies building long-term relationships with his customers.  Shortly after college in 1975, he began working at Maintenance Engineering Company and stayed until 1989. From 1989-92 he worked for SepraTec, followed by Purolite from 1992-96, then U.S. Filters from  1996-2001.  He ended his career from 2001-24 with Maintenance Engineering and M.L. Ball.  He was known nationally as an expert and one of the most knowledgeable people on Ion Exchange Resin and its Markets.

Tom spent most of his life living in Houston and Kingwood, Texas. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing golf and played softball in a 35 and older league in his younger years.  He loved sports.

A service will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday October 29, 2025, at the First United Methodist Church of Runge 408 N. Frobese St. Runge, Texas with Reverend James Schendel officiating. Visitation will be right before the service begins at 1:00 pm. Pallbearers will be Douglas Caron, Mancil Crotwell, Chase Janssen, Mark McDonald, Rob Porter and Garrett Tindol. Honorary Pallbearers are Don Watson and Louis “Skip” Hawley .

The family would like to thank Christie Robertson and her staff Stephanie Bonin, Valencia Farrar, and Latricia Winfield for providing Tom with such great care the past ten months. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Runge P. O. Box 205 Runge, Texas 78151; Runge Cemetery Association P.O. Box 530 Runge, Texas 78151 or to a charity of one’s choosing.

Linda Gilley Hartsfield was born in Karnes City Texas on March 30. 1946 and passed away on October 22, 2025 in Kenedy at the age of 79.  She is preceded in death by parents, Caleb and Finley Gilley; sisters, Vivian (Clarence) Roberts, Florence (Devasco) Wishert, Minnie (Rodney) St. Claire; brothers, Caleb, Jr (Eula) Gilley and Martin (Lorraine) Gilley.  She is survived by her sons, Randall Hartsfield of Kenedy, Jeff (Lisa) Hartsfield of Kenedy; grandchildren Brian (Kate) Hartsfield, Jaclyn Hartfield, Angelica (Leonard) Hartsfield, Jacy (Alex) Hartsfield, Michael Hartsfield; great-grandchildren, Ryder Hartsfield, Jagger Hartsfield, Kyler Hartsfield, Harper Hartsfield, Harper Hartsfield, Kami Hartsfield, Jeremiah Hartsfield, Tristan Hartsfield; good friend Luis Cruz and faithful companion “Gretchen”.  Linda was a loving Mom, Grandmother and Great-grandmother.  She liked to watch Jeopardy every day and she probably knew more answers than most of the contestants.  Linda also liked sports.  She was an avid Cowboys and Spurs fan, if they were on TV she was looking for the channel so she could watch them.  But the Love of her sports life was the Kenedy Lions and Cubs. She was at every game for her kids, grandkids or great-grandchildren. Even though she was born a Karnes City Badger she was a Kenedy Lion at heart.  Linda’s greatest love of all though was Jesus Christ.  She loved attending church, whether it be Karnes City Baptist Church or Kenedy First Baptist Church.  She enjoyed making new friends and truly singing in the choirs.  Whenever the choirs were having special music of any kind, she was right there, inviting her whole family to come and praise God with her.  “Momo Linda” you will be greatly missed, but we know you are in a better place and there is no more suffering.  The Hartsfield Family would like to thank the staff of Methodist Transplant and Surgery Hospital for their care and concern for Linda while she was in San Antonio. We would also like to thank the staff at Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital in Kenedy Texas and especially the Nurses and Doctors on the 2^nd floor for the care that “Momo Linda” received while being there; the staff at Bluebonnet Nursing Home for their kindness and the kindness and compassion by Julie Rivas at New Crown Hospice and Crown Hospice for their compassionate caregivers for making “Momo Linda” comfortable.

Visitation will be held Saturday, October 25, 20250 from 12PM to 2PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel with Services at 2PM with the Rev. Jeremy Pritchett and Rev. Matt Singleton officiating.  Interment will follow in the Karnes City Cemetery in Karnes City, TX

Serving as Pallbearers will be: Brian Hartsfield, Ryder Hartsfield, Jagger Hartsfield, Michael Hartsfield, Angelica Hartsfield and Jacy Hartsfield.

Roberto Felix Guerra, Sr. Age 76 of Karnes City, TX passed away on October 21, 2025 in Seguin, TX.  Roberto was born on February 21, 1949 in McAllen, TX to the late Fermin and Edwarda Guerra.  He married Hortencia Canales on October 7, 1970 in Monterey Nuevo Leon Mexico who precedes him in death. He retired from the City of Three Rivers and was of the Catholic Faith.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Fermin and Edwarda Guerra and his wife Hortencia Canales Guerra.   He is survived by his children Irma Guerra of Three Rivers and Son Robert Guerra, Jr. of Karnes City.

A Holy Rosary will be recited Friday, October 24, 2025 at 7PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 10AM at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with the Rev. Allan Menino Tavares officiating.  Interment will follow in the Guerra Family Ranch Cemetery in Karnes City, TX.

JoAnna Jean Ruthie Mae Frazier Stautzenberger, Age 56 of Nixon, TX passed away October 7, 2025 surrounded by her loving family in Seguin, TX.  JoAnna was born on May 17, 1969 in Warren, OH to the late William Arthur Frazier, Jr and Elsie Mae Richardson Frazier.  She married Michael Christopher Stautzenberger on August 6, 2004 in Nison, TX; was a loving wife, aunt, retired health care provider and of a Faith Temple in Nixon, TX.  She is preceded in death by her parents, William Arthur Frazier, Jr. and Elsie Mae Richardson Frazier and a brother, James Arthur Frazier.  She is survived by her husband, Michael Christopher Stautzenberger of Nixon; sister, Loucretia Marie Frazier Clifton and husband Kenneth of Nixon; nieces and nephews, Keith and Amanda Clifton, Lance and Rae Lyn Clifton, Cody and Kristan Stautzenberger, Fabian Mora, Joshua Mora, Brandon Mora, Brooke Mora, Alexander, Darren Yzagurrie, Aiden Fonseca, Ethan Fonseca and many dear friends.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, October 15, 2025 from 9AM to 10AM with Services starting at 10AM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Michael Cowey officiating.  Interment will follow in the Pawnee Cemetery in Pawnee, TX.

Serving as Pallbearers will be: Kenneth Clifton, Lance Clifton, Keith Clifton, Patrick Richardson, Justin Richardson and Cody Stautzenberger.

Cynthia Ann May born April 2, 1934 passed away om September 24, 2025 at the Age of 91.  She leaves behind her daughters, Kathy L. Porter and Cynthia E. Webb of Leakey and is preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Shyla Ann Lambert and cousin, Carol May. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Natalie Ann Bibler and husband Josh, Floyd Samuel Webb and wife Jessica, Jacob Thomas Porter and wife Krystal, Caleb Michael Porter and wife Jamilyn; great-grandchildren, Abigail Rose Prter, James Michael Porter, Alexander Dylan Porter, Cora Lyn Porter, Jaden Wade Bibler, Brody Webb Bibler, Floyd Ryder Webb; cousin, Barbara May Waelder of Corpus Christi and all May family of Kenedy and Sinton, Sharon May Rinehart, Paul K. May Jr., Candace D May, Lyndale May, Elizabeth May Miller, Melanie May, James May, Samye Louise May, Charlotte Walker, John F. May and Everard McDowell May.

Graveside Services will be held at the Kenedy Cemetery Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 2PM with grandson Josh Bibler officiating.

Memorials may be made to the Frio Canyon Garden Club-P.O. Box 872, Leakey, TX 78873 or the Leakey Friends of the Library-P.O. Box 488 Leakey, TX 78873

August 6, 1927 ~ October 1, 2025

Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 7, 2025 from 10AM to 12PM with Services at 12PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Randy Witte officiating.  Interment will follow in the Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy, TX.

Serving as Pallbearers will be Kirk Sczepanik, Joseph Barkley, Robert Sczepanik, Nathan Perez, Travis Vickery, and Fritz Friesenhahn.

Valentin Lopez, Jr., Age 55 of Karnes City, TX passed away surrounded by family in San Antonio, TX on Monday, September 29, 2025.  Valentin was born on May 23, 1970 in Karnes City to Valentin, Sr. and Magdelena Martinez Lopez. Valentin was a loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Son, long haul truck driver for Nitro Construction and of the Catholic Faith who will be greatly missed.  He is preceded in death by his sister, Patricia Martinez Lopez.  He is survived by his loving wife, Debra A. Villanueva of Karnes City; parents, Valentin, Sr and Magdelena Martinez Lopez of Kenedy; children, Jacob Eric Lopez and wife Jennifer of Karnes City, Desiree Nicole Lopez Veliz and husband Everardo of New Braunfels, Demi Marie Lopez of Houston; siblings, Rachel Lopez Garcia and husband Israel of Kenedy, Janice Lopez Charles and husband Corey of Kenedy, Jonathan Lopez of Kenedy; grandchildren, Tristan Lopez, Gavin Alvear, Cristiano Veliz, Mason Lopez, Kamryn Lopez, Alexxio Veliz, Xenzo Veliz, Everardo “Baby Evi” Veliz, Aldo Veliz; step-grandson, Brody Reyes and many extended family members.

Visitation will be held Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 11AM to 1PM with a Holy Rosary to be recited at 1PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Alan Menino Tavares officiating.  Interment will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Kenedy, TX.

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Daniel Kanak passed away on September 29, 2025 in New Braunfels, Texas. born October 11, 1940 in Yoakum to Louis Joseph and AMELIA MARIE “EMILY” (née Munch) Kanak, he was nicknamed “Coonie” by his brothers.  After graduating from Pettus High School, Daniel committed to play baseball at Southwest Texas State University before being drafted into the U.S. Army. His time in the military—much of it spent in Germany—instilled in him a lifelong sense of discipline, duty, and responsibility. Upon returning home, he completed the welding program at Del Mar College before marrying Patricia Ann (née Ahrens) and settling in Cotulla. There, he bought a welding shop, honing the precision and attention to detail that would later serve him well as a pipeline welding inspector.  hardworking and humble, he never sought recognition or praise—he simply did what needed to be done. He found purpose in providing for his family, in being reliable, and in living a life grounded in honesty and simplicity. In retirement, he found joy in fishing and golfing—pastimes he enjoyed sharing with his friends in the ‘Rooster Club’ in Victoria.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and six brothers. He is survived by his son, Gary (Stacey) Kanak; stepson, Roger (Donna) Herschap; and granddaughters, Jessica Herschap, Hayley Herschap, and Logan Kanak.  The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to Avenues Home Health, especially Dora Martinez, for their compassionate and dedicated care. We are also deeply grateful to Devoted Healthcare & Hospice for their kindness and support during his peaceful transition.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in his memory.

Graveside Services and Interment will be held Friday, October 3, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. in  the Kenedy Cemetery located at 146 County Road 329 in Kenedy, TX with the Rev. Wally Schievelbein officiating.

All are invited to a reception immediately following the Graveside Services at the Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church 590 W State Highway 72, Kenedy, Texas.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Eckols Funeral Home of Kenedy.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Villanueva, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who left us on September 19, 2025, at the age of 91. Elizabeth was born on February 3, 1934, in Kenedy, Texas, to Arturo Villareal and Celestina Reyes. She lived a life filled with love, kindness, and unwavering strength, which she carried with her until her last breath.  Elizabeth’s journey through life was marked by her incredible resilience and her commitment to family and community. Growing up in Kenedy, she learned the values of hard work and compassion from her parents, which she instilled in her children and grandchildren. Her laughter was infectious, and her warm spirit touched the lives of everyone she met.  Throughout her life, Elizabeth faced challenges with grace and dignity. She was preceded in death by her Husband, Robert Villanueva, Manuel Garza, and Son, Ruben Villanueva, who she loved dearly. Their memories remained alive in her heart, and she carried their legacy forward in her own life.  Elizabeth is survived by her loving children: Roy Villanueva, Grandchildren Rachel Villanueva, David Cameron, Keila Soto, Isaac Villanueva, Rebecca Balderas, and Acsa Villanueva. She was a proud grandmother, showering her grandchildren with love and wisdom, and her legacy will live on through them. Elizabeth’s family was her greatest treasure, and she devoted her life to nurturing them with the same love and strength that her parents had given her.  The family finds comfort in the many memories they shared with Elizabeth—her delicious meals, her warm hugs, and her unwavering support during life’s trials. She had a unique ability to make everyone feel special and loved, and her home was always open to those in need.  Elizabeth’s final days were spent in Seguin, Texas, where she passed away peacefully from natural causes, surrounded by her loved ones. Her life was a testament to the power of love and family, and her spirit will continue to inspire all those who knew her.

A funeral service will be held in her honor on September 22, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Eckols Funeral Home in Kenedy, Texas. Family and friends are welcome to come together to celebrate Elizabeth’s life, share their stories, and find comfort in each other during this difficult time.

Elizabeth Villanueva will forever be remembered for her bright spirit, her loving heart, and the indelible mark she left on all our lives. May she rest in peace.