Magda Elva Hines, a 58-year-old woman of Hispanic ethnicity, tragically passed away on January 7, 2021, in San Antonio, Texas. She was born on September 4, 1962, to Ruben O. Gonzalez, Sr., and Elva Ramos Gonzalez in Visalia, California. Magda was a dedicated educator who retired in 2017 and was known for her big toothy smiles, gregarious greetings, and warm bear hugs.
She was also quick-witted and always ready with a joke or funny reference.
The circumstances surrounding Magda's death were part of a tragic incident that also claimed the lives of her husband, George Lee Hines, 69, and their son, Jonathan Lee Hines, 24. The incident was determined to be a murder-suicide. On January 7, 2021, police were called to the family's home on the 5200 block of Ebony for a welfare check. Inside, they found George Lee Hines lying on the floor covered in blood, Magda Elva Hines with multiple gunshot wounds, and Jonathan Lee Hines with a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. All three were pronounced dead at the scene.
The investigation revealed that Jonathan Lee Hines was the likely gunman. The motive for the shootings has not been publicly disclosed, and the case remains open. The San Antonio Police Department continues to investigate the incident to gather more information and provide closure to the family and the community.
Magda Elva Hines is remembered fondly by her family and friends for her unconditional love, generosity, and sense of humor. Her passing has left a significant void in the lives of those who knew her.
