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‘She was my best friend’: Daughter remembers mother killed in Bexar County murder-suicide
By Courtney Friedman, Sal Salazar at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 8, 2026
· 3 min read
A San Antonio woman wants to make sure her mother isn’t just another statistic.Ana Rennie, 55, was the fourth domestic violence murder-suicide victim in Bexar County in just three weeks.“She was the glue to the family, the heart of this family,” Cavazos said. ”She was strong, she was funny, she w...
Key takeaway ”Cavazos walked into her mom’s Bexar County home Friday, July 3, to find she had been shot and killed by her husband, Robert Rennie, 58, who the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said then turned the gun on himself.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The recent murder-suicide in Bexar County is a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of domestic violence in our community. As the fourth such incident in just three weeks, it highlights the urgent need for support services and resources for survivors of abuse. In Terrell Hills , where residents take pride in their close-knit community, it's crucial to recognize the signs of domestic violence and provide a safety net for those affected. Local organizations like Family Violence Prevention Services offer vital assistance, from counseling to legal help, and it's essential that residents are aware of these resources. By promoting awareness and providing support, we can work towards preventing such tragedies and ensuring that survivors feel empowered to seek help. As the community mourns the loss of Ana Rennie, we must also come together to address the root causes of domestic violence and provide a lifeline to those who need it most.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? A San Antonio woman wants to make sure her mother isn’t just another statistic.Ana Rennie, 55, was the fourth domestic violence murder-suicide victim in Bexar County in just three weeks.“She was the glue to the family, the heart of this family,” Cavazos said. ”She was strong, she was funny, she w...
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