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David Paul Randal: Dec. 5, 1962-May 13, 2026

David married the love of his life, Candice Randal, on May 1, 1992, in Boerne, Texas. Together they built a life centered around family, hard work, and dedication to others.

David Paul Randal, 63, of Kerrville, Texas, passed away on May 13, 2026, in Kerrville. He was born December 5, 1962, in San Antonio, Texas, to Patricia Ann Randal and Felton Edward Randal, and was raised by Patricia Ann Burton and BJ Burton, lovingly known to him as “Pops.”

David married the love of his life, Candice Randal, on May 1, 1992, in Boerne, Texas. Together they built a life centered around family, hard work, and dedication to others.

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David graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and attended UTSA. He was a master mechanic, business owner, and respected automotive restoration specialist known for his passion for classic muscle cars. He founded Randal’s Automotive and Tire and dedicated his life to serving his community through his work and mentorship.

In addition to operating his business, David taught Automotive Repair at Boerne High School, where he enjoyed mentoring students and taking them to competitions. He took great pride in helping young people develop confidence, skill, and a love for the automotive trade.

David was preceded in death by his brother, Brad Burton; his mother, Patricia Ann Burton; and his father, Felton Edward Randal.

He is survived by his loving wife, Candice Randal; daughters, Amanda Miranda-Flores and Patricia Randal; sons, Travis Gass, William Randal, and Nicklaus Randal; his parent, BJ Burton (“Pops”); brothers, Felton Randal Jr., Rodney Randal, Michael Randal, Kelly Randal, and Vincent Randal; and sister, Leslyn Burton. He is also survived by many extended family members, friends, former students, and members of the automotive community.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at Grimes Funeral Chapels in Kerrville, Texas.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.

The family extends sincere gratitude to Peterson Hospice for their compassionate care and support.

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Growing up in Southern California, Louis Amestoy remained connected to Texas as the birthplace of his father and grandfather. Texas was always a presence in the family’s life. Amestoy’s great-grandparents settled in San Antonio, Texas, drawn by the city’s connections to Mexico and the region’s German communities. In 2019, Louis Amestoy saw an opportunity to make a home in Texas. After 30 years of working for corporate media chains, Louis Amestoy saw a chance to establish an independent voice in the Texas Hill Country. He launched The Lead to be that vehicle. With investment from Meta, Amestoy began independently publishing on Aug. 9, 2021. The Amestoys have called Kerrville home since 2019.

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