From Cris Andersen, Retired SAPD
Obit Notice: Ben Moreno Sifuentes Sr
 
Ben Sr. passed away peacefully at home on December 24, 2020, surrounded by his beloved family. Ben is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Delia Sifuentes, and their children.
 
Ben Sifuentes Sr., father of local attorney Ben Sifuentes Jr. (a tremendous fighter for Police Officers is known for standing tall against oppressive police chiefs)
Many SAPD officers benefitted from the services Ben Jr. provided and much of his tenacity came from Ben Sr.
 
A virtual celebration of Ben’s life will be announced through Cook-Walden. His ashes will be buried at his grandfather’s grave at the Oakwood Cemetery
in East Austin. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation to the Hispanic Scholarship Consortium. 
 
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/austin-tx/ben-sifuentes-9970969

Mervyn Percy Bloom - December 17, 1953 - November 29, 2020
It is with great sorrow that we inform you of the passing of Mervyn Bloom on Sunday, November 29th.  Mervyn is survived by his children Craig, Bradley, and Kira.

He brought joy, positivity, and light to everyone that knew him. May his memory always be a source of blessing. A true supporter of our SAPD Family and all first responders. Many of us went for our eye exam at his office. 
 
Shiva will be held on December 1, 2, 3, and 5 at 5:30 pm at the Bloom home. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, masks will be required and attendance will be limited.
Shiva will be by RSVP only. 

Private funeral services were held on Tuesday, December 1st.  
Services handled by Porter Loring North

Joan Harlow (Wife of Retired SAPD Duke Harlow) 
Well, it’s all over. My Darlin’ Joan left this world this morning just after midnight! She died at home under hospice care. She had been mostly unresponsive for 11 days.  She had dealt with Dementia for many years and this end.
She is in much better place! We had been married 63 years and 5 months (actually, 23,167 days)!
Joan & I had 3 kids (Billy Jack, Bobby Joe & Maribeth) and seven grand kids.  She has two Brothers(Bill & Tim)& 1 sister, Luvena who all live in her home state of Georgia.  Joan went to Harlandale High but graduated from North Highlands High in Sacramento, Calif. She got her BS degree at Texas State University and Taught at Nimitz Middle School and MacArthur High before retiring in 1989. She had many friends and relatives, in-laws, and had a beautiful singing voice ! She will be greatly missed.
I do want to mention My good friend,Tom Preston, who has always been “there”.  I don’t know how long this emptiness will last, but my prayers must comfort me. I might add that my daughter, Maribeth has been my strength!

Frances Marie Barrera – SAPD Communication
Frances was born October 04, 1960 and passed away on September 08,2020.
 Many of us on the Department did not know her personally but we knew her voice when we called Communication (PSAT) she was a call taker.
 Always ready to help Officers and Detectives. She worked the Dispatchers Office for over 25 yrs.before retiring a couple of years ago. A great Blue Line Supporter, she will be missed.
 
There will be a Celebration of Life on September 19, 2020 at 134 Edinburgh, Boerne Texas, 78015
It will be from 530pm – 630pm
Come by visit and share memories about Frances.

Esther Mae Whatley Flack 

Esther married Richard E. Flack in San Antonio, Retired SAPD. Passed away at
her home in Castroville early in the morning on September 6, 2020.
She was born December 13, 1946 in San Antonio. On December 31, 1979, Esther
married Richard E. Flack in San Antonio.

They were blessed with over forty years of marriage. Esther was secretary
for Medina County Precinct #2 Justice of the Peace.
Before retiring, she was also a Castroville Postal Service Carrier for
fourteen years.

Survivors include her husband, Richard E. Flack of Castroville; children and
their spouses, fifteen grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Committal Services will be held at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery on
Wednesday, September 16, 2020. Services will be private for family only.

 Arrangements by Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home. Visit
https://www.tondre-guinn.com/obituary/esther-flack

From: Charles Ross
Subject: Sad News concerning Hugh “Skeeter” Crim
 
Last Thursday, February 13th, 2020, Hugh “Skeeter” Crim's wife, Janice, passed away unexpectedly. Janice was 62. I talked to Skeeter today and learned of her passing. 
He said that Janice's wishes were that the funeral would be small and sweet and only family would attend. Skeeter followed her wishes.
Janice asked that if anybody were to think of her, know that she is in a Better Place and SMILE !!!
 
Skeeter and Janice would have been married 21 years this August 20th. They reside in Gadsden, Alabama.
Skeeter says, that even though Janice has passed, he will forever be married to her. Skeeter wants everybody to know that he is OK.
 
I ask that you hold our brother Skeeter in your prayers and ask GOD to comfort him.
Janice also had a request for Skeeter. She wanted him to " Quit Cussing ", to which I say , "Good Luck with that."
 
Love ya, Brother.
Sorry for your loss. I can only imagine losing a spouse.

Debra "Debi" JoAnn Rutledge Welch
 
At age 66, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 with her loving husband, Ronnie Welch, Retired SAPD, by her side.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Joyce and Tilman Rutledge. She survived by her husband, Ronnie Welch; her brother, Danny Rutledge; and numerous nieces and nephews.
 
CELEBRATION OF LIFE WAS ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2019.
ST. ANDREW'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 722 ROBINHOOD PLACE, SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
 
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Debi's name to St. Andrew's United Methodist Church.
Our Condolences to the Family as they deal with their loss. GOD Bless.
 

Ralph “Guero” Romero (Old Lupita’s Café on Navarro St)
Ralph passed away on Monday, Nov 11, 2019. Many of the old timers were regulars at the Café.

Ralph was a great supporter of our Police community.
Many hours studying for promotional exams and just getting out of the heat and cold weather were spent at the Café.

Viewing: November 23, 2019 from 0900am – 400pm. Rosary: 200pm at M.E. Rodriguez Funeral Home, 511 Guadalupe St. San Antonio, TX 78207. Call 210.226.6111

Hilda Wade Hobby – Mother of Retired Officer Earl Wade
Obituary for Hilda Wade Hobby
Hilda Wade Hobby, age 77, of Princeton, passed away Friday, September 27, 2019 at Caldwell Medical Center. She was a member of Sugar Creek Baptist Church and had worked as an injection molding/paint operator at Shawnee Plastics.

She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Jerry A. Hobby of Princeton; two daughters, Kaye Gill and husband, Ricky of Princeton, Jackie Cranor and Fred Flood of Princeton; three sons, Clifton Ray Wade and wife, Rhonda of Cadiz, Earl Wade and wife, Susan of Cadiz, Tracey Wade and wife, Theresa of Lebanon, TN; one brother, Jesse Lynn Manus of Princeton; 15 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Virginia Stephenson Manus; one daughter, Rose Mary Gray; one brother, Earl Wayne Manus. Memorial visitation will be held from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM Thursday, October 3, 2019 at Lakeland Funeral Home. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 PM Thursday, October 3, 2019 at Lakeland Funeral Home with Bro. Ronnie Fox Officiating.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3140 Parisa Drive, Paducah, KY 42003.

You may light a candle or leave a message with the family at www.lakelandchapel.com.