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Lisa Jean Dederick: Nov. 29, 1962-March 9, 2026

Prior to her illness, Lisa was always available for heath advice and medical information, as she kept informed about the latest medical updates.

Lisa Jean Dederick, 62, passed away at her home in Kerrville, Texas, on March 9, 2026, after a long illness. She died holding the hands of her husband Dan and her sister Wendy. Lisa was a dedicated nurse in New York and in Texas until her illness, Fronto-Temporal Degeneration, rendered her unable to work. She was a caring and supportive friend, family member, and caregiver to her patients. Prior to her illness, Lisa was always available for heath advice and medical information, as she kept informed about the latest medical updates.

Lisa is predeceased by her parents, Bruce and Dorothy Dederick and her late husband, Roger Riccomini.

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She is survived by her husband of nearly 13 years, Jimmy “Dan” Smith, her sister Wendy, her brother Bruce, her nephew Matthew, her sister in law Cathy, a large extended family and many dear friends, including Hazel Sherburne, Gail Geisler O’Connor, Betsy Deak Lastner, and many, many more.

A celebration of Lisa’s life, along with that of her mother, Dorothy, will be held at the American Legion, 30 John Street, Saugerties, from 2pm-4pm on Sunday, March 15, 2026.

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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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