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Gene and Dee Schade
Dee left her vice-president position and an eighteen year career in the banking industry to form Casa de Oro in 1982. She has served as President and operating officer guiding the growth from start up to the current multifaceted operation. Her dedication and high standards for customer service and integrity are responsible for the reputation for excellence enjoyed by Casa de Oro today.
Gene began an avocation of trading gold and sliver coin and bullion in the 1970’s during a 25 year banking career. This hobby was a natural lead to selling coin jewelry and dabbling in diamonds and luxury watches. In 1982 he and his wife Dee incorporated Casa de Oro, Inc. which opened as a wholesale business. After serving as President/CEO of several banks, Gene spent 16 years with an agency of the US Department of Treasury. He retired in 2007 to spend full time with Casa de Oro.
Terry Schade
Terry was raised in the family business and after almost 20 years in sales and service, he rejoined Casa de Oro jewelers on a full-time basis in 2009. If you ever have any questions, issues, or compliments regarding your experience here in the store or on the web, please contact Terry. In his spare time, Terry, enjoys spending time with his wife, Stefany, his son Westley, and their 2 dogs.
Bryan Tucker, Graduate Jeweler Gemologist (GIA)
Bryan received his Graduate Jeweler Gemologist (GJG) diploma in 1996 at the Santa Monica, California campus of the Gemological Institute of America. The GJG is considered the industry’s highest professional credential. He began work immediately as bench jeweler for a long established local store. Since joining Casa de Oro in 1999, Bryan has attended many jewelry seminars and training sessions to further perfect his skills at the jewelry bench. This includes mastering the latest in laser technology--if it is metal, he can probably fix it. He is a skilled wax carver and can design a piece the way you envision or create a unique item just for you. A photo gallery is available in the showroom to view many of his previous creations.
Gary Hurdle, RJ AGS
Gary, a former bench jeweler has over 20 years experience in the industry. Gary grew up in his family’s jewelry store in Colorado, working there in repairs and custom design until moving to Corpus Christi. He received his certificate in 1982 from GIA in Diamond Grading and Evaluation. In 1983 he received the title of Registered Jeweler from the American Gem Society after having passed a rigid examination concerning diamonds and colored gemstones. Gary joined Casa de Oro in 2008 and stands ready to assist you with virtually any of your jewelry questions or needs whether it is showing you something in our inventory, a difficult repair, or helping you design that new piece you’ve dreamed about.
Stefany Schade
Stefany is a full time business owner in the finance industry, but as part of the family she has come to love jewelry. She manages the social media and online presence for the store. When not working she loves spending time with her husband, Terry, son Westley, their 2 dogs.
Jackie Wanke
Jackie is a full-time mother of two and elementary school teacher in Helotes, TX. As part of the family, she grew up working at Casa de Oro Jewelers. Now she loves to visit and bring new jewelry ideas to the area. She teaches many of the classes we offer.
Lexi
Lexi joined us in 2014 when she became a student at Texas A&M in Corpus Christi. She was not a stranger to Casa de Oro since she often was present when her mother Jackie taught classes. Lexi has been responsible for setting up our web site on a new platform. She will be with us for the next five years while she attends school majoring in education with the hopes of following in her mother's footsteps and becoming an elementary school teacher.
Amy
Amy joined Casa de Oro in 2014 as a sales associate. She has increased her knowledge through various GIA and AGTA studies. Amy has become the chief photographer of inventory product being placed on the web site. Amy enjoys spending time at the beach, fishing and 4wheeling with her two teenage daughters, husband, and ShihTzu named Koko.
Jessica joined us in September of 2015 when she became a student at Texas A&M Corpus Christi and is majoring in nursing! Jessica is responsible for editing photos and adding products to our new website!
Tiger
Sadly, after 22 years of living large, greeting customers, and protecting the store, Tiger decided he had enough. At over 100 years old in cat years, he lived a prosperous life.
R.I.P. 11/25/11
Melody
“Mel” joined Casa de Oro on November 2, 2011 when she was 4 months old. She was just in time for Tiger to pass her the baton.
Let her tell you her whole story here.
Mickey
Mickey has been with Casa De Oro for more than 10 years now. She can be seen hanging around the showroom from time to time.
Melody
Come by the Showroom and visit with Melody. She can usually be found lounging on the showcases or in a chair.