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Dan Schwencke Obituary

Dan Schwencke, age 54, died on Wednesday, July 9, 2008. He was born January 29, 1954, in San Antonio to Herbert Russell and Rebecca Vahalik Schwencke. He was owner of DFR Construction Company and a member of Bandera Road Community Church. Survivors: wife, Sue Estill Schwencke; daughter, Molly; son, Joshua and wife Sunni; grandson, Noah; mother, Rebecca Schwencke all of San Antonio; sisters, Pat Forsythe of Pipe Creek and Mary Gonzalez of Bulverde; brother, Mike Schwencke of San Antonio and cousin, Ray Meyer and wife Annette of Yoakum. Preceded in death by his father. Memorial service at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 12 at Bandera Road Community Church, 9355 Bandera Road, San Antonio. Memorials may be given to San Antonio Youth For Christ. Online guest book may be signed at thielecooper.com Arrangements with THIELE-COOPER FUNERAL HOME Yoakum, TX 77995 (361) 293-5656

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Published by San Antonio Express-News on Jul. 11, 2008.

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Judy Rosanno

August 5, 2008

Sue, Josh, and Molly,

It's been years since we played Bunco with Sue and Dan. Where has the time gone? I will always remember the joy that Dan brought to everyone around him. He led a beautiful life and had a positive impact on us and so many others. I know that you must miss him terribly even as you rejoice that he is in heaven.

With deepest sympathy,

Judy Rosanno

Molly Schwencke

August 1, 2008

Daddy,
You could say I was blessed to have a father like you, but that word does not show the magnitude of your influence on my life. I promise to you that I will reach my dreams and surpass all expectations. All of it, I will do, to make you happy. I will miss you every moment until I join you!!!

Forever your little girl,
Molly

"Let us live so that when we come to die even the undertaker will be sorry." Mark Twain

Joshua Schwencke

July 20, 2008

Thank you to everyone who have made an impact to our family after our terrible loss. I love all of you and am blessed to be surrounded by such strong and compassionate people. God Bless you all and God Bless Daniel Paul Schwencke.

Patti Molik

July 18, 2008

Sue,
I am so sorry to hear about Dan. You and your daughter are in our prayers. Remember we love you both. I know that Jesus will comfort you both during the months and years ahead.

Blessings,
Patti Molik

Marcus & Theresa Vahalik

July 13, 2008

Our deepest condolences to the Schwenke family. You are in our prayers.

Fred, Lise and Bryan Estill

July 13, 2008

Who took the tree and built a home to shelter and protect?
Who labored long hours to build a dream and earn it's owner's respect?
Who's hands showed ware from hours of toil after building a masterpiece?
None other than our beloved carpenter, Daniel.
Now safe beneath God's fleece.

Our love is with you always,

Marissa Tovar

July 13, 2008

Sue,
I am very sorry for your lost, I know I never got the chance to meet him but from what I heard he wa sa great, fun loving man. Just know that I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Gabe and Cindy Zarnoti

July 13, 2008

Sue,
We have been out of the country and I just got your message late last night. I am so sorry to learn of the passing of a long time and dear friend. Dan was a special person whose humor and insights will be sorely missed.

Gilbert Hernandez

July 12, 2008

I will miss you my friend I look forward to seeing you soon.

Glenece Kauffman

July 12, 2008

Sue, you have been such a blessing to Alyssa's life and the overwhelming support you gave us during the time of Alyssa's father's death was such a comfort to us. I want you to know that I truly do know what you're going through. Please know that we love you and are praying for you. It's because of you and Dan that so many kids lives have been changed for eternity. As God has comforted me during this unexpected time, I pray that God wraps his arms around you and the kids and blesses you with the peace that passes all understanding. With all of our love, Glenece and Alyssa Kauffman

Joe and Karen Faunce

July 11, 2008

Sue, Molly and Josh,
You have all meant so much to our family. Sue, you've been a second Mom to all four of our kids and through everything Dan was always there supporting, helping, cracking jokes and grilling.
We all love Dan so much and though we will miss him here we will laugh together in heaven.
All our love, Joe and Karen Faunce

Trina Mounts

July 11, 2008

Dear Sue and Family,
Erin, Kyle and I want to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you! Sue you have been such a positive influance in Erin and Kyles lives, I want to thanks you for that. If there is anything you need please let us know. We love you!
Trina, Erin and Kyle Mounts

Charles Chavez

July 11, 2008

Sue..Our deepest and sincerest condolences on the loss of Dan. The bond you and Dan had was truly remarkable. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your faith will guide through these difficult times.

Schmidt Excavating Schmidt Family

July 11, 2008

Mrs. Schwencke -

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Shane thought the world of Dan and he will be truly missed.

Crystal Soria

July 11, 2008

Molly,

My deepest, most sincere condolences to you and your family for the loss of your father. I didn't have the pleasure of knowing him, but I do know he made the world a better place by creating and loving you!

John & Debbie Dawson

July 11, 2008

Dan was one of the sweetest and kindest people we knew. There is no one else I could have trusted to build us such a beautiful and creative river house on the Guadalupe over the last 2 1/2 years. His passion and love for his craft was unmatched and he and Sue became a dear friends to John and myself. He will always be remembered as bringing so much joy into to our lives, especially as we sit on our back porch looking over the river, reliving his stories and laughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with Sue and her family as we know Dan, as Jesus was a carpenter, is now God's carpenter in Heaven as he was in life.

Sue Schwencke

July 11, 2008

I love you and miss you so much. I know God gave you to me and thank Him for each memory of you. Waiting to lie in your arms again. I love you, Sue

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