Category: Final Tribute Family Mbrs

Wife of Retiree passes away

10/3/2022

Neva Jean Ellis - Wife of Retired Sergeant James Ellis

Neva Jean Ellis, age 84, passed away on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, in San Antonio, Texas. She was born on March 11, 1938, in San Antonio, Texas, to Bessie and George W. Bichsel. George Bichsel went on to later be a Police Chief of the San Antonio Police Dept in the 1960's.

She met James on a blind date, and they were married in June of 1957. Sgt Ellis retired in 1992 from the SAPD. Neva is survived by her husband of 65 years, James Henry Ellis, as well as extended family and dear friends. Their children John (Deceased), Lisa (Deceased), Paul, and Susan.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, October 2, 2022, at Porter Loring Mortuary.

GRAVESIDE SERVICE
MONDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2022
11:00 A.M.
FORT SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL CEMETERY

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
https://www.porterloring.com/obituaries/Neva-Jean-Ellis?obId=25973441#/obituaryInfo

Father of SAPD Retiree passes away

9/1/2022

From: Charlie Ross
James Wellman, Father of SAPD Officer Peter Wellman - Retired Jan 2019
James Wellman, passed away this past week." He is no longer in pain"
Our sincere condolences to Pete and his family.
GOD Bless

Reverend James Paul Worley - SAPD Chaplain

7/21/2022

The Reverend James Paul Worley, 75 of Cibolo, Texas passed away early morning on Wednesday July 6, 2022, peacefully in his home. Paul was born March 19, 1947, in Houston, Texas. Paul is preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Mary Ruth Worley. He left Military Duty to follow God’s calling into the Episcopal Church as a Priest and transferred into the United States Navy Reserve. Paul completed his military career as a Naval Commander with 36 collective years of service working with both the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corp as a Chaplain.

He extended his calling as a Chaplain working with the San Antonio Police Department, San Antonio Rodeo Livestock Committee and The Blue Knights International Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club.
Paul served in many areas of the Episcopal Church. Paul believed in supporting the youth of his community, helping with the Ag Mechanics at the San Antonio Rodeo, multiple youth groups and the Resurrection and Redeemer Episcopal Day Schools.

Paul is survived by his four children, J. Patrick Worley, Tiffany Marie Andrews-Hooper, Stacy Dianne Stulsas and Janet Lyne Worley

Visitation: Thursday, July 28, 2022 at Porter Loring NORTH
Time: 600pm - 900pm

FUNERAL SERVICE: FRIDAY, JULY 29, 2022, 10:00AM
ST. PHILLIP’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 1310 PECAN VALLEY DR
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78210
Interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.
https://www.porterloring.com/obituaries/James-P--Worley?obId=25319171#/obituaryInfo

Wife of Retiree passes away

7/3/2022

Michelle Barrera - Wife of Leroy Barrera, Retired SAPD
Michelle passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 18, 2022. She was born in San Antonio, Texas, on June 10, 1960 to Charlotte Bouwens and William A. Simms Jr. Michelle was a lifelong San Antonio native, a proud graduate of Incarnate Word High School and the University of Texas at San Antonio, where she acquired her B.A. and her Master’s in Educational Leadership.

She is survived by her husband, soulmate, and best friend, Leroy Barrera, a Retired San Antonio Police Officer; her beloved son, Michael Barrera

Visitation and a Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel, 1701 Austin Highway, San Antonio, Texas.
Please join us in-person or via live stream. Flowers are welcome by the family.
Those who wish, Donations may be made to the San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Pl, 78209, or GoPublic San Antonio, wegopublic.com.

Full Obit Attached

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/san-antonio-tx/michelle-barrera-10798700?utm_source=share_obit&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=obit_detail&utm_content=view_obit_button

Mother of retiree passes away

5/28/2022

Maria Esther Mares, 84, of Elmendorf passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on May 16, 2022. She is the mother of Retired SAPD Officer Miguel "Mike" Mares.

She was born on August 25, 1937 in Runge, TX
Maria is survived by her children Cindy Gomez,Debra Botello,Yolanda Huizar,
Miguel Mares Jr.,Ruben Salinas,Albert Gonzalez, grandchildren,great-grandchildren
and Baby Sister Elida Perez.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at St. Luke’s Catholic Church-Loire Parish from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm with the reciting of the rosary at 7:00 pm.
Funeral Mass will be 10 am Thursday, May 26, 2022 at St. Luke’s Catholic Church followed immediately by the interment at First Memorial Park 20567 TX-SH 16-Von Ormy, TX.
Funeral info attached
https://www.hurleyfuneralhome.com/obituary/maria-mares?lud=C51778364CE7090EA38638D728DADFCC

Former Brother in Blue

5/11/2022

From: Alejandro "Alex" Ortiz
Subject: Brother Adolfo Ortiz
His brother, Adolfo Ortiz passed away Wednesday afternoon after being in long term illness.

He was in Rehab. at the time of his death. He will be cremated and Memorial Services will be announced by the Family at a later date. He was in Cadet Class 1978A.

Wife of retiree passes away

3/26/2022

Julie Ann Roberts Bourquin, of San Antonio, passed away on March 20, 2022 at the age of 81. She was born February 26, 1941 in Saline, Louisiana, one of eleven children of Simon Douglas Roberts and Carry Frey Roberts.

Julie grew up in Saline, Louisiana and graduated from Saline High School. For thirty-nine years, she worked for AT&T. On November 19, 1976, she married James Clifford Bourquin in San Antonio.

Survivors include her husband, James C. Bourquin; son, Jerry Wayne (Nicole) Goss; granddaughter, Lauren Goss; great-grandson, Carter Poole; sister, Marie Simpson; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Julie was preceded in death by her parents; son, Joe Lane Goss; sisters, Aline Brown, Christine Bobbitt, and Ruby Morgan; brothers, Clinton Roberts, Ezra Roberts, Charlie Roberts, Billy Roberts, Derwood Roberts, and Kenneth Roberts.

Visitation will be Thurs., March 24, 2022 from 3 pm to 7 pm at Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home, with the Holy Rosary recited at 5:30 pm. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1:00 pm on Fri., March 25, 2022 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 4201 De Zavala Road, San Antonio, Texas 78249. Interment will follow at St. Louis Catholic Cemetery in Castroville, Texas.

Family member of two SAPD officers passes away

2/24/2022

Esther F. Celaya January 3, 1946 – February 5, 2022
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Mrs. Esther F. Celaya, 92 years of age, who entered eternal rest on Thursday, February 10, 2022.

Esther was the grandmother of Detective Cynthia Celaya (FIU) of our Department and the mother of Retired Sergeant Ernest Celaya.

Visitation will be held on Monday, February 28, 2022, beginning at 5:00 pm at Trevino Funeral Home, 226 Cupples Road.
A church service will be held in her honor at Life Church, 4424 SW Loop 410 at 10:00 am on Tuesday, March 1, 2022.
Graveside services will follow at San Fernando Cemetery No. 3.

We extend our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family.

Condolences to family of SAPD Employee

2/24/2022

Eli M. Ortiz
Eli Ortiz, age 87, passed away February 14, 2022 in Bulverde, TX. He was born in San Antonio, Texas on February 10, 1935.
He served with the San Antonio Police Department for 42 years, in the Radio Shop as a civilian employee. He assisted FBI, DEA with investigations dealing with communication surveillance.
He retired from SAPD and finished his tour as the FCC Southwest Region Radio Communications Coordinator. Eli was always ready to help Law Enforcement
The visitation will be at 6 pm, Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel with the Rosary to be recited at 7pm.
The Funeral Mass will be at 10 am, Thursday, February 24, 2022 at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, 10703 Wurzbach Rd., San Antonio, TX 78230.
The burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Heart to Heart. https://hearttohearthospice.com/
Our Condolences To The Family

Father of Retired Officer Richard Sanchez

10/16/2021

Jesus Z. Sanchez
Father of Retired Officer Richard Sanchez

Jesus Z. Sanchez went to be with the Lord at the age of 91 on Saturday, September 25, 2021, in San Antonio, Texas, surrounded by those he loved. He was born on February 1, 1930, in Crystal City, Texas. He is survived by his beloved wife Zoila R. Sanchez; his children, 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and many loving friends.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at Porter Loring Mortuary on McCullough with a rosary beginning at 7:00 pm. Seating will be limited due to social distancing protocol, and everyone entering will be asked to wear a mask.

PROCESSION: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2021 / 9:30 A.M.
PORTER LORING MORTUARY, 1101 McCULLOUGH AVE., 78212

MASS: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2021 / 10:00 AM
MISSION CONCEPCIÓN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 807 MISSION RD., 78210

Father David Garcia will officiate. Interment at San Fernando #2 Cemetery, 746 Castroville Road, San Antonio, TX 78237

Son of retiree passes away

10/15/2021

Subj: Son of Lupe Anguiano Jr - Retired SAPD

Guadalupe Anguiano lll
Just to let those of you that know Guadalupe (Lupe) Anguiano Jr.
Lupe's son, Guadalupe Anguiano III, passed away on Sept. 6th 2021.
Our deepest condolences to Lupe and his family.

Daughter of Retired Officer David Howard

8/16/2021

Condolences to Retired Officer David Howard and Family
Danielle Howard, my beautiful daughter, Danielle, passed away on Tuesday at the way too Young age of 27.

I am still processing all of this. I do want to thank all of the friends that have reached out to me with condolences. My family and I WILL get through this trying time.

We will have a Memorial service for Dani with details soon.
I Thank You all again for your kind words.
God must have had bigger plans for Dani there

Mother of Retired officer Robert Ruiz

8/16/2021

Juanita P. Ruiz - Mother of Retired Officer Robert Ruiz
Affectionately known to all as Jane, was called to into the presence of her Lord and Savior, on Friday, August 13, 2021 in San Antonio, Texas after a brief illness. Jane was born May 15, 1935 in Big Wells, Texas.

She graduated from Big Wells High School in 1954 as the class Valedictorian and was very active in sports and social clubs.
Jane attended San Antonio College in San Antonio, Texas where she got her Secretarial Degree. Jane began her working career in the retail area while in college.

Jane is survived by: Son: Robert Ruiz (wife Eva) , Robert Jacob Ruiz, Richard Jeremy Ruiz, and Erika Noemi Peterson.
Jane was preceded in death by her beloved Husband Fred and Parents: Bernabé and Antonia Ponce.
Visitation/viewing will be Wednesday August 18, 2021 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Celebration of Life services will be on Thursday August 19, 2021 at 11:00 am at:

Mission Park Funeral Chapel South, 1700 S.E. Military Dr. San Antonio, Tx. 78214
Interment will follow immediately after at San Jose Burial Park, 8235 Mission Rd., San Antonio, Tx. 78214
https://www.missionparks.com/obituaries/Jane-Ruiz-2/#!/Obituary

Mother of Kenny Hagen (Retired SAPD)

8/16/2021

Frances “Frankie” Mims Turner - Mother of Kenny Hagan (Retired SAPD)
She entered into eternal rest on Monday, August 9, 2021 at the age of 87 in San Antonio, Texas. She was born in New Hope, South Carolina on January 30, 1934.

Fran is preceded in death by her parents; sister Nora Kirvin and grandsons, Andrew Zinsmeyer, Christopher Dunford. She is survived by her children John Hagen, Kenny Hagen, Cynthia Hellsten, Rosie Bemis, Lorrie Zinsmeyer and Kerry Dunford.

She enjoyed traveling, hiking, camping, raising birds along with other animals and in her younger years riding motorcycles. She loved her family with all her heart.

Visitation: Friday, August 20th from 10am-11am with the Funeral Service to begin at 11am at Castle Ridge Mortuary North. Interment will follow the Funeral Service at Helotes Cemetery.
https://www.castleridgemortuary.com/obituary/fran-mims-turner

SAPD Chaplain passes away

8/8/2021

SAPD Chaplain Henry Bell
It is with great sadness to learn that Chaplain Henry Bell has been received by the Lord.

He was a familiar face an faithful servant to the San Antonio Police Department family for many years. His personality, laughter, and powerful prayers will be missed. His last assignment was with South Patrol.

Public Viewing will be at the "Tried Stone Baptist Church, 551 Canton, SAT 78202 on Tuesday, July 20,2021. 500pm - 700pm

The family has set aside 700pm - 800pm for Officers to pay their respects and will not be open to the public.

Funeral Services are scheduled for Wednesday, July 21 at 1100am at Calvary Baptist Church, 6142 FM 78, SAT 78244