The Kendall Gentleman

The October 2025 issue of The Kendall Gentleman, the monthly Kendall County magazine for men published by Oakridge Media in Boerne, Texas, features Ken Nietenhoefer on the cover. This is Volume 1, Issue 9.

Cover Story

Ken Nietenhoefer: The Voice of Local Tradition. He says he has lived six different lives, and he once wrote them down in a manuscript he calls My 6 Lives.

In This Issue

• Publisher’s Note: The Pursuit of Purpose: Why Men Seek to Leave a Legacy
  Explore why men are driven to leave a legacy, through family, mentorship, and craftsmanship, and how those efforts shape communities across generations.
• Publisher’s Note: The Strength of Stillness
  Discover the power of stillness in Kendall County. Learn how slowing down, embracing quiet, and being present with faith, family, and community brings strength and renewal.
• Cover Story: Ken Nietenhoefer: The Voice of Local Tradition
  From farm boy to Navy officer, homebuilder, and community leader, Ken Nietenhoefer’s six lives reflect faith, family, and service in Kendall County.
• History: The Enduring Legacy of E. O. Rust: A Kendall County Pioneer
  The life and legacy of E. O. Rust (1855-1937), a Kendall County pioneer who shaped the Texas Hill Country through ranching, commerce, and civic service.
• Hope for Heroes: Service and Calling: Officer David Chavez
  Officer David Chavez shares his journey from Texas Game Warden to school resource officer in Boerne, living his calling of faith, service, and community.
• BetterMENt: Deep Roots Create Strong Trees: Serving Our Neighbors in Kendall County.
  In times of tragedy and triumph, Kendall County shows the strength of community, faith, and service. Deep roots create strong trees.
• Outdoors: The Pursuit
  Cool mornings, mountain trails, and years of preparation led to the hunt of a lifetime. Join Jed Mazour as he shares the story of family, faith, and the perfect elk hunt in Colorado.
• Faith & Leadership: Mums
  Ribbons and marching bands: Stan Leech on Texas Homecoming, when Friday night isn’t just another game but the night a whole town comes home.
• Musings of JEV: MIKEY THE DONKEY
  Discover the heartwarming story of Mikey the donkey, a childhood companion on a Boerne farm. A nostalgic glimpse into life, family, and farm traditions in early Texas.
• Cigar Review: 1875 Bully by Romeo y Julieta
  Discover the Romeo y Julieta 1875 Bully cigar, light to medium-bodied with notes of coffee, cream, cedar, and hazelnut. A true classic smoke.

Previous issue: September 2025. Next issue: November 2025.