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Barbara Streckfus: Sept. 20, 1935-Nov. 6, 2026

She was married to the love of her life, James Allen Streckfus, and together they shared six children; she cherished her family above all else.

On November 6, 2026, Barbara Streckfus entered eternal rest with her Lord and Savior at the age of 91 in Kerrville, Texas. Born in Corsicana, Texas on September 20, 1935 to parents Grayson and Elma Shuttlesworth (Crutchfield), she lived a life dedicated to love and family.

Growing up in Pharr, Texas, Barbara was a devoted wife and mother. She was married to the love of her life, James Allen Streckfus, and together they shared six children; she cherished her family above all else.

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Barbara earned her associate’s degree in bookkeeping at Pan American University; afterwards, she went on to build a career working at the general offices of Mini Mart in Kerrville, Texas until she retired. She dedicated herself to her family, leaving behind a legacy of love and memories that will continue to live on through those who knew and loved her.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Grayson and Elma Shuttlesworth (Crutchfield), her beloved husband, James Streckfus, and her two sons, Robert and James Streckfus.

She is survived by her children, Timothy Streckfus and his wife Sharon, Michael Streckfus and Pam, David Streckfus, and her daughter Mary Hull and her husband Scott. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Melissa, Jacob, Michael, Bethany, Christina, Jamie, Bryan, Johnathan, and Taylor; and great-grandchildren Ethan, Adalie, Hans, Hunter, Levi, Declan, Knox, and Kennedy.

Barbara will be deeply missed by family and friends who will continue to honor her legacy.

Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be at 5 PM, Monday, November 9, 2026 at Kerrville Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 AM, Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Notre Dame Catholic Church with Father Scott Janysek as celebrant; interment will follow at Garden of Memories.

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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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