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....
Bessie Pearl Griffith
May 29, 1934 — October 7, 2024 Bessie Griffith was born to Robert Wilson and Vivien Lelia (Kerns) Adams on May 29, 1934, in Hatchetville, Texas. Once done with school, Bessie went on to work as a information operator in Dallas, Texas. She was known for being full of life and loved engaging with people. She enjoyed spending time sewing, and crocheting. Described by her children she was tough as nails. Bessie was also a great...
Cortland Bernard Savage
April 12, 1932 — October 7, 2024 It is with a sense of celebration for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Cortland Savage, age 92, on October 7, 2024. Cortland was a man of deep faith and unwavering dedication to Jesus Christ, whose passion for serving Him was evident in every aspect of his life. Born on April 12, 1932, along Route 66 in Shamrock, Texas, to Chester Melvin and Alwyn Imogene (Dysart) Savage, Cortland...
Eddie Charles Askew
July 23, 1947 ~ October 4, 2024 (age 77) Funeral Service for Eddie Charles Askew will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Morning Chapel Baptist Church with W. Scott Pannell officiating. Interment will follow the service at Mel-Haven Cemetery. There will be no formal visitation. Eddie Charles Askew was born to parentage of James Andrew and Floretta McQueen Askew, the eldest of seven children, on July 23, 1947, in...
Peggy Ann Long
August 11, 1947 ~ October 6, 2024 (age 77) Peggy Ann Long of Sulphur Springs, Texas passed away from this life to eternal glory with her Lord and Savior on October 6, 2024, at the age of seventy-seven. While we would wish for more time together, we are thankful for all that the Lord allowed and that she no longer suffers. She was a praying Mama, whose support and love were unconditional. Above all, she would want you to know that she...
