Kathy Ann Boyte
May 31, 1953 — October 16, 2024 Sulphur springs Kathy Boyte, age 71, passed away peacefully at her home on October 16, 2024. Arrangements are under the direction of Tapp Funerals and Cremations. With our condolences.
Betty Jean Porter
July 7, 1946 — October 15, 2024Sulphur Springs Betty (Jean) Porter was born July 7, 1946, in Sulphur Springs Texas to Henry Smith Jr. and Erie Mae (Morris) Smith. She married Isaac Porter in Rains County on January 10, 1967. They have been married for 57 years. Betty is survived by her husband, Isaac Porter of Sulphur Springs, TX; as well as her daughters, Yolanda Williams of Sulphur Springs TX, Rhonda Porter of Sulphur...
Estate Sale for Mary Bonham Estate Running Thursday, Friday & Saturday
October 17, 2024 – The estate sale for Mary Bonham started Thursday morning at 8am as folks lined up waiting for the gates to be opened and make their way behind the big house on I-30 to peruse all kinds of items from china to crystal glassware, and furniture to farm equipment. The estate sale will be open 8am until 4pm each day, October 17, 18, and 19.
Mike Fite
October 18, 1947 — October 14, 2024 Memorial service for Mike Fite, age 76, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 25, 2024 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with Bro. Bob Neal officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Mr. Fite passed away at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs on Monday, October 14, 2024. With our...
Larry Grant Whitney
Larry Grant Whitney, of Scroggins, Texas, passed away on October 2, 2024, at his home with his loving family by his side. Larry was born on February 16, 1948, in Deport, Texas, to Henry and Opal (Mauldin) Whitney. He was married to Cathy Stinson. He served in the United States Air Force and was proud of the time that he was a jet engine mechanic. Larry was a power plant supervisor and planner for Luminant. He loved to spend his time...
Fossil Day in Ladonia Texas
Fossil Day in Ladonia, an event by Chamber of Commerce of Ladonia, is coming up Rocktober 19, 2024. It all goes down at the Ladonia Fossil Park at 2853 FM 2990, Ladonia, TX 75449. This is a come and go event! Starting around 9:00 am, on Saturday, October 19, come join us to see what fossils come from the North Sulphur River and talk to the pros. Dallas Paleontological Society will have members here to help ID what you have found in...
Walter Allen Story
Celebration of Life will be held at a later date for Walter Allen Story, age 54, of Sulphur Springs, Texas. Mr. Story passed away at his home in Sulphur Springs on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Arrangements are under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. The online register can be signed at www.murrayorwosky.com Walter Allen Story
St. James Catholic Church Sponsors Hurricane Relief Drive
October 10, 2024 – St. James Catholic Church in Sulphur Springs is sponsoring a Hurricane Relief Drive to help those in need following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene and other storms. The local church will be accepting donations at their location at 297 Texas St. in Sulphur Springs this Sunday, October 13th from 2pm until 7pm. A wide range of items are being requested for donation including bottled water, sports...
Texas A&M-Commerce Name Change Still a Possibility
October 9, 2024 – After much resistance over the past several months about a possible name change of the nearby campus, that possibility of a change of the name is still being offered by the university president, Dr. Mark Rudin. The A&M System seems determined to make a change and remove “Commerce” from the name as some believe that the name of the city is confusing to those outside East Texas. The explanation by...
Michael O’Neal Harrison
January 5, 1962 ~ September 22, 2024 (age 62) Michael O’Neal Harrison was introduced to his parents Vandolar and Queenie Ruth (Pogue) Harrison on January 5, 1962, in Sulphur Springs, Texas. He was the last child of 16 born to their union. Mike was a man of strength and resilience. He was an amazing son, grandson, husband, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin, and friend. He attended and graduated from Sulphur Springs High School....
