Longtime Gonzales Resident Sandra Lynn Gillett Passes Away at 79

Gillett was a devoted member of the Catholic community and cherished time with her family.

Feb. 23, 2026 at 7:15am

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Sandra Lynn (Schulte) Gillett, a 79-year-old resident of Gonzales, Texas, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Gillett was born in Hallettsville in 1946 and married her college sweetheart, Walter Stewart Gillett III, in 1969. The couple were devoted members of the Catholic community in Victoria, with Gillett serving on the Altar Society and as a member of Catholic Daughters of America. After retiring from Formosa Plastics in 2006, Gillett spent her later years enjoying time with her family, including her five grandchildren, in both Texas and Arizona.

Why it matters

Gillett's passing marks the end of an era for the Gonzales community, where she and her husband were deeply involved in the Catholic church and built a legacy of family, faith, and community service. Her story highlights the importance of cherishing time with loved ones and passing down traditions, as seen through her influence on her children and grandchildren's cooking and baking.

The details

After earning an associate's degree in accounting from Wharton County Junior College, Gillett worked for Alcoa and later Formosa Plastics. She and her husband were avid campers who loved taking their children on adventures. Gillett was also an avid reader who passed that love on to her granddaughter. In retirement, she spent countless hours supporting her grandchildren's activities and celebrations, always showing up with enthusiasm and love.

  • Gillett was born on November 28, 1946 in Hallettsville, Texas.
  • Gillett married Walter Stewart Gillett III on January 18, 1969 in Palacios.
  • Gillett retired from Formosa Plastics in 2006.
  • Gillett passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
  • Gillett's funeral services will be held on Friday, February 20, 2026.

The players

Sandra Lynn (Schulte) Gillett

A 79-year-old resident of Gonzales, Texas who was a devoted member of the Catholic community and cherished time with her family.

Walter Stewart Gillett III

Gillett's husband of 50 years, who passed away in 2020.

Tracy Wayne Gillett

Gillett's son.

Stephanie Eileen Gomez

Gillett's daughter.

Forrest James and Loucile Mary Schulte

Gillett's parents.

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What’s next

Gillett's funeral services will be held on Friday, February 20, 2026, including a visitation at 9:00 a.m., rosary at 10:30 a.m., mass at 11:00 a.m., a funeral meal at noon, and a graveside service at Resurrection Cemetery at 1:30 p.m.

The takeaway

Gillett's life exemplified the importance of faith, family, and community involvement. Her dedication to her church, her love of camping and cooking with her family, and her unwavering support for her grandchildren's activities left a lasting impact that will continue to inspire those she leaves behind.