Claude Joseph Tondre Jr. Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Claude Joseph Tondre Jr. of Rio Medina, Texas, who passed away on November 26, 2024 at the age of 78. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Claude Joseph had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Claude Joseph may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Claude Joseph "Moose" Tondre, Sr. and Ellyn J. Steinle Tondre; and his brother Carl Tondre. He is survived by: his son Kristopher Tondre of San Antonio; his brother Curtis; his sister-in-law Dale Tondre of Rio Medina; and his sister Elaine Le Grand of Houston.
Visitation was held on Monday, December 16th 2024 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home (1016 Lorenzo St, Castroville, TX 78009). A rosary was held on Monday, December 16th 2024 at 5:30 PM at the same location. The military honors was held on Tuesday, December 17th 2024 at 10:30 AM at the Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery.
Memorials may be made in Claude's memory to the charity of your choice.
