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William Duron Obituary
William "Billy" Duron, age 52, of Castroville, passed away Sept. 10, 2010 at his home. He was born Feb. 17, 1958 in Castroville and grew up in La Coste. Billy was a friend to everyone and always had a smile and a story to share. He never passed up an opportunity to lend a helping hand. Billy loved his children and devoted much time to their activities. Billy married Ann Elizabeth Tschirhart on June 18, 1994 at St. Louis Catholic Church in Castroville. He was a 1976 graduate of Medina Valley High School and graduated in 1986 from Texas Tech University with a BA in Telecommunications. He was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church, St. Louis Society, Knights of Columbus and Boy Scouts of America. Preceding him in death were his father, Marcos G. Duron and sister, Mary Louise Duron Cruz. Survivors include his wife, Ann Tschirhart Duron; children, Christian, Nicholas, and Victoria Duron all of Castroville; mother, Antonia Hinojosa Duron of La Coste; brother, Ruben Duron of La Coste; sister, Sarah Gonzales of Devine; father and mother-in-law, Sammy and Yvonne Tschirhart of Castroville; numerous, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces & nephews. Visitation will be Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home. Mass of Resurrection will be held Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Louis Catholic Church. Rosary will be Monday, Sept. 13, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Louis Catholic Church. Interment will follow in St. Louis Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made in his memory to One for Autism Academy, 265 E. Lullwood, San Antonio, TX 78212 or the START Center, 4383 Medical Dr., San Antonio, TX 78229. Visit www.tondre-guinn.com
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Bobby & Aliska Jakob
September 15, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We grew up with Billy in LaCoste. We will always remember his smile and laugh.
Rachael Hayes
September 14, 2010
I worked with Bill for a short time. I remember him as a Wonderful Soul. He would tell me of his love for his amazing children and his beautiful wife. I know he was an amazing Christian, and we know God has a place ready for Bill and those like him. God Bless you Duron Family in your time of loss.
Julie McCawley
September 14, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Nancy Lopez
September 14, 2010
Billy was a great friend, a devoted catholic and very special person. We will miss him. Our prayers are with you and the children. Our family has great memories of Billy and that will help keep him in our memories.
Kim and Vince Kelley
September 13, 2010
We were so saddened to hear of the loss of such a great man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of mourning. May God bless all of you.
September 13, 2010
My heart felt sorrows are with you and your family.May God comfort you in your time of need. Natalie Camp(cafateria monitor castroville)
Beatrice Ahrens (McCabe)
September 13, 2010
Ann,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Please know I am thinking of you & will keep you in my prayers.
Mary Guzman
September 13, 2010
Duron Family
May you receive all of our Lord's blessings everyday of your lives.
Pat Elmore
September 13, 2010
Ann, I was so sadden to hear of your loss. I hope you know that he will be watching over you and your children forever.
Debby Mendoza
September 11, 2010
Duron Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Billy was a wonderful person and I was lucky to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cheryl Barrow
September 11, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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