Bexar County Sheriff's Office Deputy Meredith Portillo was remembered Tuesday during a Celebration of Life service at Cornerstone Church.

Nine days after 32-year-old Cory Vernon lost his life in a crash on Interstate 35 near Toepperwein Road, his family mourned him with a celebration of life.

Congressional leaders and colleagues have used a memorial service for Rep. Alcee Hastings to remember him as a straight-talking champion for the disadvantaged who overcame hurdles in his own life.