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The Voice of Seguin Today

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City manager draws praise from Seguin City Council Steve Parker gets high marks, pay raise during annual evaluation

By Darren Dunn

(Seguin) -- Seguin City Manager Steve Parker has been on the job for a little more than a year, and he is already getting high marks from the city council. Council members recently met behind closed doors to conduct Parker’s first evaluation. The council gave him a huge vote of confidence, and also a 2.5 percent pay raise. That falls in line with what other city employees got this fiscal year.

Parker says they have accomplished a great deal over the last 12 months. He says he’s pleased with the work of his staff, and he says he has worked to develop a good working relationship with the city council.

Building that relationship, however, was made a bit more challenging after the November general election. That’s because half of the council changed due to term limits. But, Parker says the new council members have hit the ground running, and good things continue to happen in Seguin.

“I felt that ever since I’ve gotten here and when you get a new council and they come on board, you kind of worry about that that is going to be big change for a city council

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when you get the possibility of four or five new council members and the new ones have stepped in with their feet running and just the same energy and same support is amazing. They know that we are going to grow. They just want to grow smart. They really believe in this team that we’ve had here and so when the citizens trust the city council, then the city council trust the staff, you can do a lot of amazing things and makes me really proud of what we’ve accomplished just in this first year even with some crazy pandemic stuff going on.

We were still, I think, high producers and I think that shows in the evaluation and in some of the remarks from the city council – they acknowledge it was a crazy year, but they are also really proud of everything that we’ve done,” said Parker.

Calling 2020 a crazy year, is a bit of an understatement. Parker says no one could have prepared for all the challenges that were brought about by this global pandemic. But he says he is proud of how Seguin is handling this situation, and knows that things will continue to improve as more people get protected from the virus.

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Council, city manager say Seguin headed in right direction

COUNCIL continued from Page 1 Parker says while they were reacting to the pandemic, he was also working hard to try to get to know his staff, the community’s needs, and the people of Seguin.

“My main goal starting this year was really the outreach related to getting to know the community, getting to know all of the players, getting to know the issues, getting to know the needs of the departments and the staffing, kind of get a better idea of what the work mentality was around here, the work history all of that kind of stuff – really try to engage myself in the community and in the staff and just get to know them better and build a level of trust there with them that hopefully will pay off for years to come but great support from the council, all positive comments. We are going to work on some goals for next year at visioning. We are going to be visioning in February or March of this year and kind of layout some expectations of what direction this new council wants to go and from there, we will develop new goals for the following year. That will all kind of be my standard of what to go by and be evaluated on the upcoming evaluation,” said Parker.

Parker says he’s looking forward to what lies ahead for Seguin. He says the city’s new budget provides funding for some strategic planning to be done.

These plans will help to map out the city’s future for years to come.

“The big thing for me this year was just the development of this budget – this five year strategic plan that we are working on – looking at what our needs are going to be not only for this year but you know three, four, five years out and making sure that we have the capacity to do that. So, this was my first year really of going in depth with the budget and figuring out what we needed, what the city’s needs were and formulating a plan that I think will take us through the next several years,” said Parker.

The strategic plans can’t be done in a vacuum.

That’s why Parker says it’s going to be important for the community to be involved in that process.

He says there are some important decisions that need to be made about what people in Seguin would like in the future, and how they need to get there.

“Getting funding for a comprehensive master plan that will kind of dictate where and how we grow and what the expectations are from the community.

There will be a lot of community involvement with that project as well as the downtown master plan. There’s a great asset there in the downtown related to all the positives. You are starting to see some of that, great shopping, getting some quality

City Manager Steve Parker, left, rings the bell during the Salvation Army’s Kettle Campaign last month. Also pictured is Seguin Police Sgt. Aaron Seidenberger. restaurants down there, some things for people to duties in moving us forward. Everyone has positive do so we are going to start the downtown master things to say. There wasn’t anything negative. The plan in conjunction with the overall comprehensive employees had positive things to say about him. master plan and that will kind of dictate all those He really has been working and trying and I think areas that we need to focus on and then we’ll follow he’s engaged and that’s really important. He’s that up with the transportation master plan which I handled some delicate situations with some council think is everybody’s major concern is that if we are members and their constituents apparently and he’s going to grow and we are going to add these many just done a phenomenal job. He is not afraid to ask houses in our community, how are we going to keep people questions and when they are not happy, up with traffic and transportation and I keep hearing converse with them and that’s what we want and we don’t want to turn into what some other cities what we need,” said Dodgen. have done when they’ve experienced major growth and you have bigger growth and you have these Dodgen says the council later this year is expected backlogs, traffic jams and so forth. We are trying to to tackle a visioning process in preparation for think ahead a time five, 10, 15 years down the road some of the planning work that lies ahead. She says of what it will be like and so those projects will be this will be important in developing a clear pathway key to making sure we have a clear path moving for the city to move forward. forward,” said Parker.

“The council as a group, we are going to get Mayor Donna Dodgen says the council is thrilled together. We are going to vision at some point in with the work that’s been done by Parker thus far. time when COVID allows it and look at where we She says council members gave incredibly positive want to go and how we want to get there based on feedback to the city manager and they feel like the the plans as a litmus test and we are going to set goals for him next year. Actually, he is going to set city is moving in the right direction. goals for himself next year and we are going to look “His performance has been incredible. A couple at that at evaluation time,” said Dodgen. of his goals were to be really engaged and to learn about our community and to be engaged with the Parker was hired last January from the city of San employees and he has done that phenomenally even Marcos, where he served as assistant city manager. in this environment of COVID. He’s also handled Parker’s 2.5 percent salary increase will push his the COVID situation well along with continuing his annual salary up to $246,000.

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City of Seguin decides to extend cancellation of public or private events at its facilities Event cancellations to still be enforced on city property through the end of February

By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- The doors to city facilities that are rented out or utilized by large groups will have to wait a little while longer before reopening. That’s the latest word from city of Seguin officials.

As a result of an increase in COVID-19 cases in Seguin and Guadalupe County, all private or public events held on city property will continue to be cancelled through Feb. 28. This includes but is not limited to bookings at the Seguin Events Complex which consist of the Coliseum and Fairgrounds.

It was back in December when city officials first put a stop to the rental or use of those facilities.

At the time, they had hoped that the city would be in a position on Feb. 1 to reopen those facilities.

However, the current climate of the COVID-19 pandemic isn’t making that possible.

Seguin Mayor Donna Dodgen says it just would not be responsible for them to allow the use of those facilities at this time.

“The numbers have stayed the same and the hospital numbers for hospitalization have stayed the same and so I don’t want any burden on anyone, and I can not condone activity that brings people together to spread this at the moment. We just can’t handle it right now. I know my overall objective is community health and for the health of our community, I need to be proactive and not condone large

gatherings,” said Dodgen.

Dodgen, in moving forward, says she wishes she had an answer for all those who are asking, then when?

“I don’t have a clue. It is a day at a time, and I will evaluate it week by week. I’ve had multiple calls and looking at those numbers and looking at the percent of our hospital rooms for our region, it has been consistent for the last seven or eight days over 26 percent. It was higher than that, but I have to wait and see what happens with that and I have to wait and see what our hospital needs and what our providers need and our town and our community.

It’s a week by week. Sometimes, day by day. So, I guess the answer is ‘I don’t know,’” said Dodgen.

Dodgen says it pains the city to also close off any of its facilities to the public. Dodgen says no one is immune to the stress of this pandemic.

“Please keep helping each other. Keep doing for each other. Please keep wearing your mask, washing your hands, staying a safe distance apart and supporting each other. We need each other right now. It’s crazy and I know we are all tired of this. Just hang on,” said Dodgen.

Again, the city of Seguin has cancelled all public and private events at its properties. Although, the cancellation is through Feb. 28, the city will assess the situation each week and will decide then on any changes if needed. City officials remind individuals that full refunds will be provided to those who had booked events.

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TLU’s Taylor wins UST Celt Invitational; Bulldog Men’s and Women’s squads each place third (Tomball) - In Texas Lutheran’s first official cross country meet of the academic year, Bulldog first-year runner Caeli Taylor won the University of St. Thomas (Texas) Invitational on Saturday morning and led the Bulldogs to a third-place team finish.

The TLU Men also registered a thirdplace team finish.

Taylor won the 5K race in a time of 20 minutes, 19.1 seconds.

“It was exciting finally to be able to race other athletes,” said Darlene Holland, TLU’s head coach for men’s and women’s cross country. “We’ve been training all fall and winter break and finally were able to test ourselves.”

“Being led by two freshmen on each squad bodes well for the future, and for Caeli to go out and win the whole thing TLU freshman Caeli Taylor (left) posted a 5K time of 20:19.1 to claim first place in the was incredible. The time doesn’t indicate University of St. Thomas Invitational last Saturday.

Fellow freshmen Kevin VazquezThe TLU Men scored 58 points. how she ran. She was alone pretty much Arredondo and Matthew Hoffmann posted after the first mile.”

McMurry and St. Thomas each scored 48 finishes of 12th and 13th, respectively.

The TLU Women scored 57 points as a points in the men’s team competition, but McMurry took the meet title by virtue of TLU’s next meet, and its final race of the team. season, is the Southern College Athletic a tiebreaker.

Conference Championship.

St. Thomas won the meet with 40 points.

McMurry was second, with 44, and TLU edged Southwestern by one point in The conference championship is scheduled the race for third place.

Southwestern was fourth with 82. for Saturday, Feb. 6 in Irving, Texas.

In addition to Taylor’s win and top-10 Freshman runner Abraham Silva finish, first-year runner Mackenzie Payne registered a sixth-place finish, completing The meet will take place on the University of Dallas’ campus course. came in seventh with a time of 21:14.50. the four-mile race in 23:19.00.

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Friday Schedule TLU women’s (5:00) & men’s (8:00) basketball vs. Trinity on KWED 1580-AM and Seguintoday.com.

Seguin boys basketball @ Boerne-Champion, 6:46 p.m.

Seguin girls basketball vs. Boerne-Champion, 6:30 p.m.

Navarro girls basketball @ Pleasanton, 7:30 p.m.

Navarro boys basketball vs. Pleasanton, 6:30 p.m.

Marion boys basketball @ Great Hearts Northern Oaks, 6:30 p.m.

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Greenman William “Bill” Charles Greenman, age 80 of Seguin, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2021.

Bill was born on August 25, 1940 in Shang Hai, China to Dr. Robert Brownell Greenman, US Navy and Clara Mae (Minns) Greenman.

The family was stationed in Shang Hai until the war heated up. At that time, Clara returned to her home in Oceola Mills, PA with Bill and his 15-month older brother, Bob. Dr Greenman was taken prisoner by the Japanese for 4 years but was eventually reunited with his family after the war.

As a military brat Bill moved often. This resulted in him having two different senior high school rings as he moved between his Jr and Sr year.

He graduated from Southside High School in Long Island, New York. He attended Clemson University from 1958-1963. Bill majored in Pre-Med, PreDental and Biology. Bill was a member of the school honor guard for several years and at 6’4”, he always carried the American flag.

He joined the Air Force in 1963. He graduated from Syracuse University in 1964 with a degree in Russian. He was stationed in Pakistan with the Air Force where he was a Russian linguist.

As a boy, Bill wanted to be a pilot and he built model airplanes with fastidious care. He was a huge fan of daring test pilots like Chuck Yeager. His dream came to an end after growing 2 more inches after high school and getting the measles which affected his eyesight. After choosing family instead of taking a government job, he began a long career in wholesale and retail sales. He worked for Woolco, Kiddie City Toys, Kids Kounty, Gund & Robin Woods Dolls. He was the “Doll Guy” when he was featured on QVC selling dolls. He was well known by doll collectors all over. His last career was in the mattress industry.

He worked at Mattress Discounters in Pennsylvania.

Then he moved back to San Antonio where he worked for Mattress Firm until his health forced him into retirement in 2018.

Bill loved watching college and NFL football. He could recall the stats better than anyone. He made incredibly detailed spread sheets and loved his team for Fantasy football. He was a huge Pittsburgh

Steelers fan and he and his daughter competed each week to pick the winners for all the games. He loved the Boston Red Sox and Ted Williams was his favorite baseball player. He was known for leaving thoughtful notes and sending encouraging cards to brighten people’s day. Bill will fondly be remembered for the thousands and thousands of Christmas cookies he made and delivered to his co-workers and friends over the years.

Bill is preceded in death by his parents and his son William Charles Greenman Jr. Survivors include: his daughter Laura Michelle Greenman Stahl, daughter Sarah Elizabeth Greenman, Grandchildren Andrew and Lacie Stahl and Hannah Leilani Stahl and William (Will) Charles Greenman III, Great Granddaughter Kimber Leilani Stahl, brother Robert Brownell Greenman II many other family members and countless friends.

Private services and interment will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to The Christian Cupboard in Seguin, The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (honoring his son, Charles), The Seguin Public Library or any charity of your choice. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

Schlueter

Del Schlueter, one of the sweetest men to ever walk the earth, left us yesterday morning while sitting in his chair; probably laughing at Seinfeld re-runs. Del, the 1951 Seguin high school class president was one of those people who never met a stranger. It would take him 15 minutes to get to his table at El Ranchito, because he had to stop and talk to so many people on the way. The 1955 graduate of the University of Texas School of Pharmacy and avid Longhorn fan met his wife Mary Willingham at the University and they married shortly after graduation. He recently received a letter from the Texas Exes mentioning that he was one of the oldest living season ticket holders.

Mary and Del moved back to Seguin in 1968 where he worked at, and eventually purchased Williams Drug Store. Del was a true “Girl Dad”. He loved raising their 3 daughters, Jamie, Sarah, and Anndy, followed by their 2 granddaughters Lauren and Kelsey. (All of whom, he was

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proud to say, also graduated from UT.) After the death of his wife Mary, in 2010, he married Sandra Gingrich Hollamon, also of Seguin and added 4 stepdaughters to his “Girl Dad” collection; Lecia Schreiwer, Shannon Dukes, Melyn Smethurst and Mary Grace Hair.

The “Mighty Fisherman” enjoyed nothing more than to hook a big black bass, of which there were many. He also loved watching Texas High School Football, and was the president of the Matador booster club during the Jack Taylor days. Del was always an active member of his church and the community, and an overall great guy. His loving heart, great sense of humor and quick wit will be sorely missed.

Delbert Ralph Schlueter, was born in Seguin, Texas on March 21, 1933 to Ferdinand Schlueter, and Linda Salge Schlueter. His parents, his brother Virgil Schlueter, and his wife Mary Willingham Schlueter preceded him in death.

His loving wife, Sandra Gringrich Hollamon, his daughters, Jamie Schlueter, Sarah Jones and her Husband Rex, Anndy Shashack and her husband Dan, and his granddaughters, Lauren Malouf and Kelsey Koehler, survive him. His brother’s children, Frank Schlueter and wife Anne, Greta Drennan, and Harriett “Missy” Schlueter, also survive him.

A memorial service will be planned near his birthday in March. He was never one to pass up an opportunity to celebrate.

Memorial contributions may be made to Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, the Matador Booster Club, or the Seguin Outdoor Learning Center. 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.

Cochran

Cynthia Cochran of Seguin, Texas passed away January 23, 2021.

Survivors include daughters: Cynthia Ann Thomas, Lettie Cochran, Catina Randle and Felicia Stevens.

And very special friend for many years Mr. John Randle.

Viewing will be held Saturday January 30,2021 from 10am-12pm at Crenshaw Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral will be held Saturday January 30,2021 at 1pm at Crenshaw Funeral Home Chapel.

Burial will take place Thursday February 11,2021 at 9:30am at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

Services Entrusted To: Crenshaw Funeral Home 216 Blumberg St. Seguin, Tx. 78155 830-303-2208.

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Rangel Alfredo Salas Rangel went to be with the Lord January 14, 2021. Born in Seguin, TX. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jesus and Maxine Rangel, brothers Rodolpho Rangel and Richard Rangel.

He leaves behind his sister, Josefina (Rangel) Lehmann his niece Elizabeth Escareno and great niece Madison Westenbarger, nephew Rodolpho (Rudy)-Shelly Rangel his great nephew Nicholas Rangel and great niece Mckenna , niece Dominga and James Arevalo and his great nephews, Jeremiah Arevalo, Azariah Arevalo, and his great nieces, Crystal Avila, Jerilyn Tovar-Eddie, Ariel Valadez-Jesus, Adley Arevalo and fiancé Kreston Joyner.

He was a United State Marine Veteran, LCpl. His career was welding and the love of fishing.

If you were looking for uncle Freddy he would be at Starcke Park under the oak tree fishing and having a good time. He was a survivalist.

He will be dearly missed by his family and friends; especially his great great nephews and great great nieces who got to spend the last 2 years getting to know him.

His viewing and funeral service will be Monday Feb 8th at 11am at Sunset Memorial Oaks, New Braunfels, TX and burial would be right after at Fort Sam in San Antonio at 1:30pm.

Cano

Gloria “YaYa” Gutierrez Cano of Seguin, Texas gained her wings on January 12, 2021 at the age of 71.

Gloria was born on October 25, 1949 in Pearsall, Texas to Jesus Gutierrez and Maria Trinidad Gutierrez.

Gloria is preceded in death by her parents; brother,

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George Gutierrez; great-granddaughters, Angela Ruiz and Daphne Rios and the father of her children, Lorenzo Rios Jr. Left to cherish her memory are her loving daughters and son, Priscilda Rios-Rodriguez (Raul) of Seguin, Mary Jane Eller (Lindsey) of Chicago, Bobby Joe Rios of Seguin, Marlene Khan of Seguin, Veronica Sassenhagen (Abel) of Round Rock; grandchildren, Michael, Laura, Stephanie, Derrick, Martin, Mariah, Larry, Dazney, Darin, Ben and Markus; greatgrandchildren, Aiden, Miley, Erick, Kamron, Elijah, Derrick and Lorenzo; brothers, Jesus Gutierrez Jr. of Pearsall, Gerardo Gutierrez, Felix Gutierrez of Kingsbury; sisters, Micaela Urdiales of San Antonio, Tina Lopez (Dan) of Kingsbury, Sylvia Lozano of Seguin as well numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended loving family and many friends.

Gloria loved family gatherings, from BBQ’s to going out dancing, playing slot machines in Las Vegas and Kinder with her sister, Sylvia.

She loved and adored and was extremely proud of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren to the moon and back. Mom was famous for home cooking, especially for her potato salad and her delicious tamales. Gloria will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

The family would like to recognize the following Honorary Pallbearers: Michael Rodriguez, Derrick Rodriguez, Darin Sassenhagen, Ben Sassenhagen, Markus Sassenhagen, Erick Rodriguez, Sonny Lozano, Aiden Rios and Bobby Joe Rios, Abel Sassenhagen, Lindsey Eller, Raul Rodriguez.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the charity of your choice or some of Gloria’s favorite: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital USA: donors@stjude. org, Feed The Hungry at: www.feegthehungry.org and lastly, to the Texas State Autism Camp at https:// gato-docs.its.txstate.edu/jcr:ee8cd61f-e756-48b7883b-1e7a2c114d0f/Donation%20form_autism%20 camp.pdf Funeral arrangements are under the direction and care of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430.

Please log on to www.palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

Luensmann

Roland Henry Luensmann, age 87 of Marion, Texas joined our Lord and Savior on Monday, January 4, 2021. Roland was born in Bexar County, Texas on July 31, 1933 to Henry and Alma (Schultz) Luensmann.

Roland attended Clemens School in Zuehl, Tx. He was a lifelong member of Redeemer United Church of Christ, being baptized in 1934, and confirmed in 1948. He was a man dedicated to Christ and served our Lord with grace. Roland proudly served in the U.S. Army and spent time in Korea and Japan. He retired from Texas State Dept. of Highway Services after 37 years. After his retirement he drove school buses for six years for Marion High School.

Roland was affiliated with many organizations, he was a member of Sons of Hermann Lodge Zuehl 163, he was also a lifetime member of Bexar Social Club. He married the love of his life Anna Dell Reininger on April 2, 1960.

Roland enjoyed many other activities in his life, he enjoyed fishing, dancing, bowling and trips to the casino’s. But there was no greater love to Roland than the Lord and his family. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Roland is preceded in death by his parents, his siblings, Linda Koltermann and husband George, Alice Walter and husband Willie, Howard Luensmann, John Luensmann and Edgar Luensmann and wife Glory Ann, brother-in-law, Virgil Ploch, and nephews, Allan Koltermann and Jeff Luensmann. Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Anna Dell Luensmann; his daughter, Kimberly Luensmann; brother, Bill Luensmann and wife Phyllis; sister, Alma Ploch; sistersin-law, Celie Luensmann and Jeanette Luensmann; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends.

Graveside services and interment with military honors will be held on January 30, 2021 at 2 p.m. at Redeemer United Church of Christ Cemetery in Zuehl with the Rev. Gerry Metzger officiating. All CDC protocols must be followed including social distancing, limited seating and face coverings worn at all locations. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to, Redeemer United Church of Christ, 7415 Gin Rd. Marion, Tx 78124. 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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Clara Mae Bohuslav

October 7, 1931 – January 21, 2021 C l a r a B o h u s l a v, age 89, of San Antonio, passed away on Jan. 21, 2021.

Clara was born on Oct. 7, 1931 in Flatonia, Texas to Max and Clara (Jarosek) Freytag. After graduating from Flatonia High School, Clara worked briefly in the civil service in San Antonio.

She married Johnnie Bohuslav on May 8, 1954. In addition to caring for her four boys, she worked outside the home caring for youth as a school nurse in the Brownwood Independent School District. Later, she worked alongside Johnnie as the most patient “rodman, errand runner and snacks provider” in their surveying and engineering business.

Clara cherished the times she spent in the company of her siblings, children and grandchildren, sharing stories and laughs, spoiling them with food and love, and marking milestones with song and dance. Her faith was strong and she was committed to the adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the Catholic Church.

Clara was preceded in death by her husband, Johnnie, her parents, and her brothers, Daniel and Ralph Freytag. She is survived by her sister Gertrude Harris, her brothers and sisters-in-law Wally and Helen Freytag, and Dennis and Barbara Freytag. Clara and Johnnie raised 4 sons, John (wife Filecia), Michael (wife Anne), Thomas (wife Katy), and James (wife Lisa). Clara was delighted by her 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

A private graveside service will be held at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Flatonia, Texas. Memorial contributions may be made to St. James Catholic Church, 510 S. Camp, 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.

Polanco

Joe “GiGi” Polanco, age 70 of Seguin, joined Our Lord and Savior on Friday, December 18, 2020.

Joe was born on May 14, 1950 in Guadalupe County, Texas to Narciso and Alicia (Saldua)

Polanco. GiGi will be fondly remembered as a real country man, he loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing, as well as golfing. Even getting that coveted hole in one! He loved the Lord and adored his family. He was a true jokester; GiGi was always around to make you smile.

He was a musician in his younger years and you could always catch him gracing everyone with his singing skills.

The man of many skills, he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

GiGi is preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Roland Castillo.

Survivors include his loving wife of 35 years, Nira Kaylene Polanco; children, Michael Polanco and wife Amanda, Monica Dasher and husband Robert, Will Warnke and wife Mindy and Biannca Robertson and husband Chuck; grandchildren, Amanda, Kaitlyn, Kallie, Emily, Miranda, Aiden, Blake, Mallory, Matthew and Kendall; greatgrandchildren; Bentlee and Ashton; siblings, Dagoberto Castillo and wife Mary and Maria “Nena” Gonzales and husband Frank; and his beloved dog Coco; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, January 30, 2021 at 1 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Cemetery. All CDC protocols must be followed including social distancing, limited seating and face coverings worn.

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.

Guadalupe Garcia Trigo Born: December 15, 1944 Passed Away: January 21, 2021

Loved mother, grandmother, sister and friend Guadalupe G. (Lupe) Trigo, 76, of Seguin, TX (formerly of Victoria, Tx) died peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at home.

Born in Victoria, on December 15, 1944, Guadalupe (Lupe to her friends and Peta to her family) was the daughter of Ignacio and Mary Susie (Resendez) Garcia of Victoria. She graduated from Victoria High School in 1963.

She was married to her high school sweetheart Antonio (Tony) Trigo and had five children. They moved to Seguin where she worked at First United Methodist Church for 32 years until she retired. Lupe was a God-Fearing woman

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who thought her children what a subservient woman truly was. She had a heart of gold and a smile that was contagious. She enjoyed watching her novelas on Netflix, taking trips and being with her friends and family, she especially loved being grand-maw as her Auddi called her, to her grandchildren and to her greatgrandchildren.

Lupe always complaining ”estos ninos, siempre hacienda malas,” that all they do is “MAKE MALAS” but once they were gone she would say oh my house is to quiet, I miss the kids She is pre-deceased by her husband of 51 years Antonio (Tony) Trigo, both of her parents Ignacio and Mary Susie Garcia, Grandparents Juan and Elvita Resendez all of Victoria, TX, her brothers Mario Garcia of Victoria, TX and Paul Garcia of Houston, TX. Mother in law Maria Trigo, Father in law: Pedro Trigo Sr. Sister in Laws: Florence Riojas, Beatrice Cardenas, Lynda Benavidez, Brother in Laws: Pedro Jr., George and Tim Trigo all of Nixon, TX. She is survived by her children: son Peter Trigo (Irma), grandchild April and Pete Trigo, daughter Toni Marie Trigo (Daniel) grandchildren Crystal Cortina (Alex), Kenneth Rodriguez (Brittany) greatgrandchildren: Kaitlyn, Catalina, and Alexander Cortina, Athena and Logan Rodriguez all from Seguin, TX, son Mark Trigo from Del Rio, TX, grandchildren Amanda Trigo, Ashley Vigil and Analisa Flores, great grandchildren Aaliyah and Amarcus Trigo, Pablo Rodriguez, Madeline and Dimii Vigil all of Seguin, daughter Theresa Ann Trigo of San Antonio grandchildren Joseph Medellin (Sharon) of Converse, TX, Jonathon and Christina Medellin of Seguin great grandchildren Antonio, Kalista, Harley, and Alicia Medellin all of Converse, TX, Jaden and Emmelynn Grace Medellin, Noah, Abryn, Cameron and Emmit Nino all of Seguin and Daughter Suzanna Trigo of Live Oak, TX. grandchildren Kandice and Daina Juarez of Seguin, great grandchildren Isaiah and Zavier Montoya, Ayra Trigo and Leviya Banda all of Seguin. Her brother Ignacio Garcia (Anna) of Conroe, TX, Sister Josie Fraustio of Victoria, Great Aunts Julia Gaitan of Inez, and Esther Vargas of Houston. Brother-InLaw Tomas Trigo (Pauline) of Smithville, TX. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends who will miss her dearly.

Visitation will begin on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at Visitation will begin on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 5 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7 p.m. with Deacon Nick Carrillo officiating. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 29, 2021 at 10 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary with the Rev. Cathe Evins officiating. Private interment will be held at a later date.

All CDC protocols must be followed including social distancing, limited seating, and face coverings worn. 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, 830-549See More OBITS page 11 5912.

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Frances Urquiza

May 25, 1938 — January 14, 2021 Frances Urquiza, age 82 of Seguin, Texas, passed away Thursday, January 14, 2021. She was born on May 25, 1938 in Seguin, Texas to Saragoza Marez and Eloisa Hernandez Marez.

Frances was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Her infectious laugh would always bring a smile to your face. She was a great cook and housewife, usually preparing large meals, especially during the holidays. When she was more physically able, you would see her in the evenings watering all her lovely plants. She spoiled her children in their younger years and her children returned the favor in her more advanced age.

In her later years, she loved getting on Facebook to see what was happening among her family and friends. She loved watching videos on that site, especially related to cooking. It was her favorite form of entertainment. She also loved playing Mexican bingo every now and then. She loved her children and grandchildren and looked forward to their visits. She was the last survivor of her family and there were days that it brought sadness to her. Our heart

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aches to lose her, but we are comforted in the fact that she is no longer in pain or suffering and that she is with all her family and loved ones that have gone before her. We also know that we will see her again one day. She is rejoicing in heaven with a young, healthy body and an eternal smile on her face.

She is preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Steven Louis Urquiza Garcia Jr.; brothers, Felipe Marez, Melquiades Marez, Jose Marez and Aurelio Marez; sisters, Guadalupe Polanco, Mary Garcia and Elidia Peña.

She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Moses C. Urquiza; her children, David Herrera (Mila), Gracie Noriega (Daniel), Minerva Medina (Daniel), Moses Urquiza Jr. (Bertha), Ernest Urquiza, Rachel Urquiza, David Urquiza (Pam); grandchildren, Yvette Robles (Paul), David Herrera Jr. (Brandy), Daniel Herrera, Carmen Peek (Steven), Vincent Herrera, Donna Bencomo (Eli), Abel Acuña (Elizabeth), Rita Lagunas (Bryan), Israel Lara (Josie), Natalie Ibarra (Juan), Amanda Perez (Justin), Justyn Garcia, Jeffery Urquiza and Meagan Davis; 22 greatgrandchildren, 14 great-great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Lydia Arriola, Lee Wilson (Len), Tina Luna, Elvira Marez, Josephine Marez; brother-in-law, Jimmy Luna (Rose) and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

We would like to thank all those who cared for her at

Guadalupe Regional Medical Center and to all who have sent prayers, cards, food and their love during this most difficult time.

Visitation will begin on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 12 noon followed by funeral services at 1 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. Nohemi Ramirez officiating. Interment will follow in San Geronimo Cemetery. All CDC protocols must be followed including social distancing, limited seating and face coverings worn.

Pallbearers will be David Urquiza, Justyn Garcia, Daniel Noriega, Daniel Ochoa, Abel Acuña, Eli Bencomo, Justin Perez and Eustolio Acuña.

Memorial contributions may be made to La Trinidad United Methodist Church, 306 E. Gonzales St., Seguin, TX 78155, (830) 379-1991.

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.

Henderson

Funeral arrangements are pending at Eunice and Lee Mortuary for Marion Fennell Henderson who died Friday, January 22,2021 at the age of 99 years.

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Dr. Birx: Governors Have Lot Of Responsibility In COVID Crisis

WH Meets With Bipartisan Group Of Senators

(Washington, DC) -- Dr. Deborah Birx says governors have a lot of responsibility when it comes to the coronavirus pandemic. On CBS’ Face The Nation, she was asked about what resistance she ran into from governors and specifically Republican chief executives.

Birx noted that GOP governors had to deal with legislatures and lawmakers made up of members of their own party when addressing the crisis. Birx specifically mentioned the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota. She said holding that event wasn’t acceptable.

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Capitol Police Officers Test Positive For COVID-19

(Washington, DC) -- Dr. Anthony Fauci [[ FOW-chee ]] says a new coronavirus variant in the United Kingdom could be more deadly. He tells CBS’ Face The Nation there’s every reason to believe what the Brits are saying about the mutation and how it affects the population. However, Fauci said American health officials want to look at data about it. The comments from the nation’s top infectious disease expert came a couple of days after British Prime Minister Boris Johnson noted the variant could indeed be more deadly.

(Washington, DC) -- The January 6th violent protest at the Capitol may be to blame for an outbreak of COVID-19 among Capitol Police Officers. It is still unclear whether officers were infected during the attack, but 38 officers have tested positive for the virus in the aftermath. Health officials warned that coronavirus could be spread among the crowd of mostly unmasked people. Several lawmakers have also tested positive for COVID-19 after sheltering with unmasked colleagues.

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Assistant, Erica Reyes, as she introduces all available and free E-Resources accessible with library card membership on Saturday, Jan. 30 at www.library.seguintexas.gov and on other library social media platforms. Call 830401-2422 or visit the website for additional information.

Beyond Harry Potter Book Group

SISD/Head Start Pre-K 3 Registration

The Seguin Public Library will host an interactive Virtual Preschool Storytime at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27 on Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link at library. seguintexas.gov. Call 830-401-2422 or visit for additional information.

The Seguin Public Library will have its Beyond Harry Potter Book Group at 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28 on Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link at www.library.seguintexas.gov.

This event is open to Teens and Tweens between the ages of 10-17. This month’s book is Keeper of the Lost Cities by Shannon Messenger, a series about Sophie and Fitz, two kids with mysterious telepathic powers. Please call 830401-2422 or visit the website for additional information.

Republican Women Luncheon

The Guadalupe Country Republican Women Luncheon/Meeting will be held beginning at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 28 at the Seguin Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The program will feature City of Seguin Mayor, Donna Dodgen. For more information visit www.guadalupe-county-rw.com/.

Cibolo Grange Hall Farmers Market Vendor Meeting

The 2021 Cibolo Grange Hall Farmers Market Past/Present/Future Vendor Meeting will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28 at The Cibolo Grange Hall, located at 413 North Main Street in Cibolo. For more information text 210-7229054.

Electronic Resource Tutorial

The Seguin Public Library will offer an Electronic Resource Tutorial with Library

The Seguin ISD/ Head Start 2020-2021 PRE-K 3 Registration is now underway for new classes that begin on Monday, Feb. 1 for children who are three years old by Sept. 1, 2020. Register online at www.seguin.k12.tx.us. For eligibility requirements and more information call 830401-1281.

GVEC Scholarship

The Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC) is accepting applications for its scholarships to high school seniors graduating in Spring 2021. For eligibility information and the online application, visit www.gvec. org/community/scholarships. All applications must be submitted online prior to midnight on Saturday, February 1, 2021.

Guadalupe Mega Food Distribution

A New Braunfels Food Bank Guadalupe Mega Food Distribution will be hosted by Cibolo Crossing, GRMC, City of Cibolo, City of Schertz and Guadalupe Countyfrom 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 4 at Santikos Entertainment, located at 18124 I35 in Cibolo. Pre- registeration is required for the event at https://nbfoodbank.org/cvresponse/ or by calling 830-327-6000. Volunteers are needed. To volunteer, follow this link:

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Walk-N-Talk Across Texas!

Create lifelong habits for physical activity with Walk Across Texas, a free 8-week program hosted by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and the Seguin Public Library. Register to start a healthier lifestyle by Friday, Feb. 5 when a morning session begins at 10 a.m. and an evening session at 5 p.m. Walk-n-Talk will then be held Fridays through March 26. Registration is required to participate at www.library. seguintexas. gov. All classes are free and open to the public. Call 830-401-2422 or visit the website for more information.

First Friday Feast Drive Thru Steak Dinner

The Geronimo Lions will host its First Friday Feast Drive Thru Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5 at the Big Red Barn.

Tickets can be purchased at the drive thru for $15 a plate.

Seguin Field of Honor 2021 BBQ Fundraiser

There will be a Seguin Field of Honor 2021 BBQ Fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6 at the American Legion Post 245, located at 618 E. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. Tickets are $10 and include 1/2 chicken, cowboy potatoes, beans, and trimmings. Proceeds benefit the SS American Memorial. For tickets and more information call 830-243-2872.

Young Professionals Panel Discussion

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals will have a Panel Discussion from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11 via Zoom. The discussion will be on how member businesses have faced COVID-19 and learn what we can do to help. For registration information call 830-379-6382.

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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Free Hazardous Waste Pick-Up Available until Feb. 21

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VATS Golf Tournament

The 10th Annual Veterans Alliance of Texas State (VATS) Golf Tournament will be held beginning with registration at noon and a shotgun start at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 24 at The Bandit Golf Course in New Braunfels. Sponsorships are also available. For more information, email jjr112@txstate.edu. To register visit https:// w w w. s d i . t x s t a t e . e d u / P r o g r a m s R e s o u r c e s / Ve t e r a n s / Ve t e r a n s A l l i a n c e o f Te x a s S t a t e / VATSGolfTournament.html.

City of Seguin residents can take advantage of the free At Your Door Hazardous Waste Collection service until Sunday, Feb. 21. Plenty of funding is still available for this Alamo Area Council of Governments program, but the City will lose it if it is not used by Feb. 21, at which time the program ends. Have old electronics, paint, chemicals, or other hazardous items around your house that you want to get rid of? This free service is for you! Call 1-800-449-7587, or visit www.wmatyourdoor.com to request a collection. Christmas Tree Collection in City For a list of accepted items, visit https://bit.ly/ of Seguin SeguinHHW. Residents wanting to dispose of their live Christmas trees in the City of Seguin can simply City Event and Reservation place them at the curb with their garbage or on their designated Monday morning as part of the Cancellations As a result of rising COVID-19 cases in Seguin City’s brush collection rotation. Stands, lights, and Guadalupe County, the City of Seguin has ornaments, and other decorations must be cancelled all events held on City property, removed, and the tree must be cut in half before through Feb. 28, 2021. This includes bookings at it will be collected. Brush collection dates in the Seguin Events Complex and the Fairground your zone can be found at www.seguintexas. facilities. Customers will receive full refunds gov by clicking on the Public Works page for all facility bookings impacted by this public Brush link. For more information call 830-4012416. health emergency.

United Way Applications

The Guadalupe County United Way is accepting new applications for organizations seeking funding for years 2022-2023. For more information on the funding application process, contact Executive Director, Mary Hargrave at 830-372-9009 or info@ guadalupeunitedway.org.

Heritage Museum Calendars

The Heritage Museum is selling 2021 calendars for $10 featuring historical buildings and information about Seguin. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, the Aumont, the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce and Parker’s City Pharmacy.

RAPPS Individual Sessions

The Rural Area Parenting Program Services (RAPPS) will be providing Anger Management, Protective Parenting, Basic Parenting, CoParenting (Divorce), and Tobacco Awareness classes online through ZOOM. RAPPS classes are accepted by the Judicial System. To register or for or more information call 830-303-9225, email Seguinrapps@gmail.com, or visit seguinrappsorg. org.

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HELP WANTED:

NAVARRO ISD IS TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR FULLTIME CUSTODIAL POSITIONS - DISTRICT WIDE: Pay starts at $11/hour (experience necessary and will train), Day and Night Shifts available.

Must be fingerprinted and pass background check. Applications accepted online at www.nissd.us or in person at 6450 N. State Hwy. 123, Seguin Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm. THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A GROWING SCHOOL DISTRICT.

RELIGION

The Country Church Attic

The Country Church Attic is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.

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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NOTICE TO CREDITORS:

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Donna Ann Boelter a/k/a Donna B. Boelter, Deceased, were issued on January 15, 2021, in Cause No. 2020-PC-0321, pending in the County Court of Guadalupe County, Texas, to: Melvin Shannon Boelter. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and manner prescribed by law. c/o: Jennifer M. Dillingham, 473 S. Seguin Ave., Ste. 100, New Braunfels, Texas 78130 - DATED January 21, 2021.

GARAGE/ MOVING/ YARD SALES:

MOVING SALE: 2018 Sherman Street - Saturday, Jan 30th and Sunday, Jan 31st from 8a-3p both days. Furniture, appliances, dished, ladies clothes.

HUGE BENEFIT GARAGE SALE: Let’s support Lori Dimicelli (previous owner of Bling) in her courageous fight against cancer! 760 Water Tower Road, Friday, Jan 29th and Saturday, Jan 30th, 8a-3p - NO Early Birds. Lots of miscellaneous, furniture, glassware, bicycles, beds, housewares, toys and so much more! A little bit of everything.

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