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Commissioners Court Makes No Changes to Covid-19 Guidelines – Agree to Contract with /Sparklight Fiber Internet Service for County Courthouse By Connie Estes County Judge Randy Moore presided over the regular meeting of the Commissioners
Court Tuesday, November 24, 2020. He called the meeting to order at 9 a.m. The invocation was given by Jordan Willis, Family and Youth Pastor of
07/02/19 and no one spoke in Public
Northside Church of Christ in Bonham. The pledges to the U.S. and Texas flags were led by Major James Manis. There were no formal introductions
Forum. 6 Discussion, consideration and action regarding the Fannin County Declaration of Di-
saster Proclamation for Covid-19–Judge Moore said there are 58 active cases, as of 3:35 p.m., yesterday, November 23, 2020. The Court voted to ex-
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tend the Disaster Proclamation for one week. 7 Discussion, consideration and action regarding the Covid-19 Response and Continuity of Operations Plan for Fannin County – The Court voted to make no changes and extend the Plan for one week. 8 Discussion and update regarding Courthouse Restoration – Judge Moore read a list of items being worked on currently including: exterior completed chimney veneers except for cap on the south, installing veneers for windows and building corners on the south, electrical underground. On the interior; the basement HVAC rough in mechanical piping and electrical rough in is complete. On the first level blocking on walls for millwork, patching mortar on stone walls, electrical wall and ceiling rough in. On the second level, rough plumbing for restrooms, remove and install a new wood floor joists in offices where needed. There was no other discussion. 9 Discussion regarding EMS reports for October 2020 – Bonham Fire Chief Scott Ridling said they are averaging two calls every day in Leonard. The first Oversight Meeting was held and that went well. When asked about the EMS drivers using the new road and bridge over Bois d’Arc Lake, FM 897, Chief Ridling said they have used it some and seem to be using it more often.
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“A Rayburn Christmas” at the Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site Additional kits will be available for $5 each. The Sam Rayburn House is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To help ensure the health and safety of our visitors, all tours will be limited to one household group per tour time, and reservations are strongly encouraged. Tour times are 10:00, 10:40, and 11:20 a.m., and 1:00, 1:40, 2:20, and 3:00 p.m. Admission is $4 for adults and $3 for seniors, veterans, and students. Special family rates are available at $8 for a family of 3, and $1 for each additional child. The Sam Rayburn House State Historic
Site tells the real story Rayburn, one of the most powerful and influential politicians of the 20th century, in his authentic 1916 home. Preserved
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By Stacie Flood, Assistant Site Manager Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site The Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site invites you to “A Rayburn Christmas.” Throughout the month of December, the site will be decorated as Mr. Sam and Miss Lou decked their halls. The house will be filled with the sights, sounds, and fragrances of the season. Self-guided Christmas themed tours will be offered all month long, allowing visitors to explore all the history and magic the Rayburn family home offers. Family groups will also receive a special take-home snowman craft kit inspired by our
historic holiday décor.
as a period time capsule, the two-story home contains all original Rayburn furnishings and housewares. The Sam Rayburn House State Historic
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Letter to the Editor The Walmart store in Bonham should be ashamed of themselves for their blatant disregard for the safety of their customers.
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For some time now, they’ve had someone, presumably an employee, standing at the entrance to verify each person coming in has a mask on. Well, that’s fine except once inside, many people just take them off and begin their shopping. Hard to figure out the Walmart logic on that one. With so many people reported to carry the virus with no apparent symptoms, if they’re
not wearing a mask, they can easily infect other customers who are indeed wearing the simple little masks everyone else might be wearing. Only an N95 mask will protect us in that instance. I recently asked a mask less customer why he wasn’t wearing one. He angrily replied, because he didn’t believe all the nonsense about the virus. More than once I’ve complained to the store
manager about the issue. He simply replies , “ well, we can’t make people wear masks inside the store “. NONSENSE SIR ! Of course you can. When all else fails you can politely ask them to leave. Having Leukemia with its resulting impact on my immune system you can bet your boots Walmart doesn’t get very much of my business anymore. Philip Conrad
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ing would be more conand would save on fuel, as well as time. Lackey believes the railroad is important for the growth of the County. He stated the County needs industry. Judge Moore asked about an estimated cost. Lackey said it could be $6-$8 million project but it is doable. Dale McQueen spoke on the Transload Facility and said there is an active railroad in the County now, in Trenton. He said it would be convenient for Greenville, McKinney and Fannin County towns. McQueen also mentioned bringing in large industries could have a negative impact on the companies already here. It’s possible a large industry could wipe out the employee base for local companies, causing them to possibly leave the County. He agreed a Transload Facility is a good idea but suggested the location might be reconsidered. 15 Discussion, consideration and action to award furniture proposal for the Fannin County Courthouse-Purchasing Agent Michelle Case said there were 6 bids received for the proposal. She recommends a local furniture store, Past & Present Furniture, in Bonham, to supply the furniture. They would be using JSI Industries, made in America. Ms. Case said the owner, Casey Davis, is very excited at the prospect of being involved in the history of the courthouse. The funds for the furniture are included in the courthouse restoration budget. The guesstimated $250K should completely furnish the courthouse. The furniture would not be delivered until September 2021, likely, but getting everything ordered would be the best plan. Commissioner Self asked to see the other bids before making a decision. The item was tabled so the Commissioners may take a look at all the proposals and see some of the furniture before any approvals. 16 Discussion, consideration and action to contract with Sparklight Business for fiber internet service at the Fannin County Courthouse - Purchasing Agent Michelle Case explained while
Commissioners venient 2/4/20 Continued from page 1
10 Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Interlocal Agreement between Fannin County and the Regional Public Defender Office Local Government Corporation, on behalf of Lubbock County, for legal defense services to indigent defendants and authorize County Judge to sign on behalf of the County – Judge Moore said the County receives grant funds which help pay for some of the expenses. The Court moved to approve the Interlocal Agreement. 11 Discussion, consideration and action to choose a replacement for Bob McCraw of the Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commission – Judge Moore asked for a hand vote for candidate A or B. Candidate B, Matt Titsworth, was a unanimous vote by the four Commissioners. Motion carried. 12 Discussion, consideration and action regarding the move of Adult Probation offices to the south jail – Purchasing Agent Michelle Case said the construction is done. The painting and carpet are the last things to be completed before the offices can move. An estimated one month time frame to finish was projected. There was no action to be taken by the Court. 13 Discussion, consideration and action to convey any and all rights, title and interest to Albert G. Brown, Trustee to the following tract of land: a part of the R.H. SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 936 – The Court determined there was no reason to deny the conveyance. The motion carried. 14 Discussion regarding possibility of a Transload Facility in Bonham – Commissioner Lackey wanted to see if the other Commissioners would be interested in getting rock locally from a Transload Facility. Lackey said the railroad to Bonham would need to be repaired and to use for transporting the rock. He said the four Commissioners buy approximately 500 railcars of rock each year. Haul-
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2630 N. Center Street • Bonham, TX 75418 construction is ongoing, Sparklight can easily lay the lines and would be more cost effective. The 5/26/20 contract they are proposing is $710 monthly for 36 months, beginning when the courthouse is occupied. The cost will be reduced after the 36 months but no actual figure was given by Sparklight. There is no other option for fiber optic internet, at this time. The motion to approve the contract carried. 17 Discussion, consideration and action regarding personnel or supplies for Covid-19 from the CARES Act Grant or other funding – Purchasing Agent Michelle Case said she has a deadline of December 15th to submit the detailed amounts of what the County has paid for regarding Covid-19. She is working on detailed spreadsheets to submit. Ms. Case said she did not know if the Majestic 6 Theatre would ever be used for jury trials because they keep getting pushed back. Judge Moore asked about the Grand Jury using the theatre. The Judge asked for confirmation from District Attorney Glaser. Mr. Glaser confirmed Judge Blake’s courtroom is being used for Grand Jury. 18 Discussion, consideration and action to approve payment of bills – The motion to pay the bills carried. The meeting adjourned at 10:05 a.m.
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Estate of Charlie Sisemore
Sat.*December 5, 2020*10:00 A.M. 119 Hughes Drive Pottsboro, Texas
Directions: From Pottsboro, Take SH 289 North to Preston Bend Road, Go Right on Preston Bend Road to Glen Eden Dr, Right on Glen Eden Dr to Hughes Drive, Left on Hughes Dr. Auction on the left. Watch for auction signs, day of auction. Real Estate will be offered at 1:00 P.M. w/Minimum Price. Brick home with 3 Bedroom, 2 ½ Bath, 2 Car Garage, additional covered parking behind the house, and a covered open front equipment shed. Located on 6 lots. Lake can be seen from the front yard. Showing by guided tour only, day of auction. Prospective buyer must present a Pre-qualification letter to be able to view inside of the house. Only 1 or 2 at a time allowed on tour, due to Covid-19. If buyer has Realtor representation, the buyer is responsible for Realtor compensation. Contract will be signed and a $1,000.00 non-refundable deposit due, day of auction.
mouth bass, homemade spear gun, and a Hawaiian sling; not a legal means and method for taking game fish in Texas. Upon contact, the individual admitted to using the spear gun to catch the bass and not having a fishing license. He stated he knew it was illegal but said he wanted some bass because it was getting late in the season. Multiple citations were issued, and the fish were seized. Citations and civil restitution are pending. Not on the Hunting List On October 27, a Titus County game warden responded to the White Oak Creek Wildlife Management Area on a report of hunters illegally hunting two different sections while the area was closed for the Special Drawn Hunts. Five hunters were caught in one area trying to hide 14 illegally killed squirrels. Two more hunters were caught in the second area with an illegally shot deer. Citations are pending.
Partial List: Hillrom Electric Hospital Bed, International 254 Loader 4 WD Tractor (w/min. price), 1 Hp Upright Air Compressor, Metal Coca Cola Ice Chest, Old Cap Guns, Ricardo Silver Horse Bit, Churns, Wooden Chest Box, Nice Antique Wooden Ice Box (w/min price), Hot Irons, Stella Guitar, 3 Gallon Crock Wine Jug, Bayou 220 Kawasaki 4 Wheeler (not running), Tools, Horse Drawn Plows, Wagon Rims, John Deere Pedal Tractor, Round & Square Wash Tubs, Cutting Torch and Bottles, Portable Generator, Old Cream Separator, Small Cast Iron Wood Burning Stove, Treadle Sewing Machine, (3) Saddles, Griswold Cast Iron Cornbread Pan, Railroad Jacks, Crosscut Saw, Milk Can, Wooden Drink Cases, #9 International Horse Drawn Sickle Mower, Deering Ideal Horse Drawn Sickle Mower, 4’x10’ Utility Trailer, 3 Pt. Boom, Various Sizes Cast Iron Pots, 8’x16’ Building to be moved, and lots more… Visit Whitlock Auctions on Facebook for pictures! T
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ID K A E Fishin’TAK ING Report FISH G! N I T N U or H Chad Wood of Dodd City, Grandson of Rex Wood, caught these catfish on July 6 at Lake Bonham. Send YOUR FISHING pictures to fcltimmeek@gmail. com, attention Tim or text to 903-227-5702, for FREE publication on the Outdoor Page.
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Cedar Creek GOOD. Water slightly stained; 61 degrees; 0.80 low. Largemouth bass are good working topwater plugs, skirted jigs, small crankbaits, and jerk baits early on creeks, rocky points, boat docks, and retainer walls. Shaky heads, skirted jigs, and square billed crankbaits fished near boat docks, brush piles, and timber are productive as well. Hybrids and sand bass are caught off main lake points and humps with slabs, swimbaits, and live bait. Crappie are good with jigs and minnows in brush piles, boat docks, and bridges in 15-28’. Catfish are good in 6-18’ with cut bait. Cooper Good. Water slightly stained; 63 degrees; 4.12 low. Largemouth bass are good on finesse worms, shad like crankbaits, and skirted jigs in 2-15’. The white bass and hybrids are good in 20-35’ with live bait and slabs and over humps, ridges, and near main lake drop-offs. Crappie are good with minnows on brush piles. Catfish are good on cut bait and in punch bait 8-25’. Fork GOOD. Water lightly stained; 62 degrees; 2.20 low. Largemouth bass are good on skirted jigs, crankbaits, and spinners near heavy timber, roadbeds, brushy points, and rocky shorelines. White and yellow bass are fair in deeper water with slabs and jigging spoons. Crappie are fair on minnows and jigs in 14-25’ in brush piles and standing timber near creek ledges or drop-offs. Catfish are good on punch bait and cut bait in 8-24’. Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 63 degrees; 1.97 low. Crappie are good on minnows or jigs fishing 12-24’ over brush piles and bridges. White bass are good in the 20-30’ bouncing slabs and heavy spoons. Look for birds diving over feeding schools of white bass. Black bass are good on jerk baits and jigs in 8-24’. Catfish are good on punch bait and cut bait in 14-25’. Joe Pool GOOD. Water lightly stained; 60 degrees; 1.47 low. Largemouth bass are good fishing shad like crankbaits, skirted jigs, jerk
baits, and bladed spinners along channel ledges, vegetation edges, and rocky shorelines. Crappie are good near brush piles and timber on minnows in 15-28’. Catfish are fair on punch bait, cut bait, and chicken liver. Ray Roberts GOOD; Water lightly stained; 61 degrees; 0.84 low. Largemouth bass are good on skirted jigs, bronze-colored jerk baits, and bladed spinners in 3-15’ near points, timber, rip rac, and creeks. White bass are fair in 15-35’ on slabs near main lake points, flats, and drop-offs. Crappie are fair on minnows and small jigs in brush piles between 18-28’. Catfish are good on earthworms, punch bait, and cut bait. Tawakoni EXCELLENT. Water lightly stained; 60 degrees; 1.52 low. Catfish are excellent on live bait and cut bait. Largemouth bass are fair on crankbaits, senkos, football jigs, and swimbaits. White bass and hybrid stripers are excellent on live bait and slabs, with some fish schooling on the surface. Use
sonar to locate fish in deeper water near ridges, flats, and humps in the main lake. Crappie are fair on minnows and jigs around brush piles, docks, and bridge pilings. Texoma GOOD. Water lightly stained; 64 degrees; 1.59 low. Striped bass and white bass are good on live shad. Diving birds are marking feeding schools feeding on the surface throughout the lake. Largemouth bass are fair fishing crankbaits, bladed spinners, and jerk baits in 2-12’. Crappie are fair on minnows near boathouses, timber, creek ledges, and brush piles in 15-25’. Catfish are fair on cut bait and live bait. Weatherford GOOD. Water lightly stained; 59 degrees; 1.71 low. Largemouth bass are good on jigs, crankbaits, and spinners near rocky shorelines and points, fallen timber, and brush. White bass are good in 20-35’ with slabs. Crappie are fair on minnows and jigs around docks, marinas, and submerged cover. Catfish are good on cut bait.
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AUTOMOBILES 2009 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE 4 door, 132,000 miles, sunroof, leather seats, loaded. $5000.00. Call: 903-8156011 FOR SALE: 2004 Ford F150. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000. FOR SALE: 2003 Lincoln. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000. FOR SALE: 2003 Cadillac Escalade 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000.
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2008 GMC SIERRA 1500 4 door, 167,000 miles, very clean. Everything works. ESTATE SALE $12,000. Call: 903-227- 1509 Mitchell, across from 5898 the VFW, Lake Bonham. 3 bedroom house full. 2 BR suites, glassware, antiques, furniture, hospital bed, bedding, 2 like new front load washer & dryer, cookware, refrigerator. Troy Bilt riding mower, tools, compressor, aluminum trailer ramps, lockers, shelves, Everything must sell! December 4 & 5, 8am EXPERIENCED - 5pm. Call David @ 214FULL TIME DRIVERS 533-1226 for info. WANTED With Class A CDL. University Transportation. Dedicated Carrier for Major Distribution Center in Durant, OK. No touch FREE - FREE - FREE freight. Home 3 - 4 days per week & weekends. $1500 Firewood. Big uprooted oak sign on bonus paid monthly. tree has been cut into 5 foot Start at $.48 per mile, sections. Seasoned, it fell Plus safety & operations, a year ago. Located north of bonus after 90 days. Trip Bonham. Boyd Community. & detention pay. Weekly Call or text: 972-754-5286 guarantee. Medical benefits or 903-227-2273. & Paid vacation. University is 100% Employee Owned Experience what being a Beneficial Owner of the company can do for you as BIG YARD SALE! a driver. Lots of stuff. Sat. Dec. 5th. Part time drivers 8am to 2pm. 839 CR 2605, needed $190 per day Bonham. Cancelled if 4-5 days per week raining. Mask Required. Home every day. Contact Bill Scribner GARAGE SALE Office 580-931-2136 / Cell Dec. 3rd, 4th & 5th. 8am 903-267-1428 5pm. 1345 Maple, Honey
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HOME MADE PIES Honey Grove, TX Bettie 208-640-3153. Call to give an order. Give me time & date. Peanut Brittle & Fudge also. FREE: Wooden pallets as long as they last. Fannin County Leader, 224 N. Main St. Bonham. Pallets are behind the dumpster. 903-583-3280
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Changing your 2021 plans for payroll and bookkeeping? 20 years experience in accounting services. Veteran with inactive security clearance. Located in central Fannin County, and occasional office visits within a 100 mile radius are feasible. Send us your terms. Mike at flesher2008@ gmail.com EBS LANDSCAPE, LAWN MAINTENANCE Pot hole repairs. Landscape lights. Welding projects large and small. “Service with a smile since 1996” Psalm 119 Eric Bell: 903-436-2296 PROFESSIONAL PAINT & DRYWALL REPAIRS: Cracks, holes, patches, water damage, sheetrock repair, ceilings, walls, matched texturing. Interior/ Exterior Painting. 40+ years experience. CALL JOHNNY @ 903-209-6958 ART LESSONS Valley Creek Studio Drawing and painting for adults and youth. Homeschoolers welcome! Custom artwork. Katherine Kluger 903-227-8143 MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING All kinds of fences built and repaired too. For estimate call: 903-267-2503 RENT A STORAGE UNIT IN BONHAM Several large units available starting at $64.95! Units sizes up to 10’x22’. Gated parking spaces start at $39.95. Located at 400 Katy Blvd. Move yourself in online 24/7 at www. meehanstorage.com. For more information call Randy at (903)292-0657. NEED COMPUTER HELP? Computer and software assistance now available in Bonham and surrounding areas. Call Chuck Knight at 903-583-0992. ROBERT’S HEATING and AIR Licensed and insured. Free estimates. 24 hour service. We accept all major credit cards. Financing Available. Robert Fuller, owner and operator. License# TACLB27431E Call 903-6470816.
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REAL ESTATE HOME FOR SALE Beautiful brick home in Bonham. Completely remodeled. everything is new! The home is 3 bedrooms, master has walk-in closet and beautiful spa style bath with stunning walk-in tile and glass shower, double custom vanity with granite countertops. Hall bath is located between 2 bedrooms and is completely custom with beautiful tile, custom double vanity with double sinks granite countertops. Completely open concept the moment you walk in! High vaulted ceiling in family room, ship lap wall, and open to custom kitchen. Beautiful customized cabinets to the ceiling, stunning tile backsplash, granite countertops with farmhouse sink, huge island with granite countertop with seating on 2 sides and accented with pendant lights. Eat in kitchen is complete with area for table and views of backyard. Fenced backyard, very nice covered back patio great for entertaining. House has a circle drive and Gorgeous drive up appeal. All new windows, new CH/A, everything is new. A must see for sure. Located in sought after neighborhood in Bonham! Only $199,900. Call for appointments. 903-227-0065. FOR RENT: Large 2 BR, 1 bath duplex. $750, Bonham. 903-815-8136 FOR RENT: 2 bedroom, 1 bath duplex with garage in Bonham. $775 rent. Call: 903-640-4500
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Fannin County Commissioners Contact Information Precinct 1 Commissioner Gary Whitlock Pct. Barn Location: 8865 Highway 56 W (2 miles east of Savoy) Savoy, Texas 75479 Phone: 903-965-7030 Precinct 2 Commissioner A.J. Self Pct. Barn Location: 500 N. Highway 69 Leonard, Texas 75452 Phone: 903-587-3455 Email Address: aself@fanninco.net Precinct 3 Commissioner Jerry Magness Pct. Barn Location: 18101 East FM 1396 (Just off new Hwy 82) Honey Grove, Texas 75446 Phone: 903-378-2941 Email Address: precinct3@fanninco.net Precinct 4 Commissioner Dean Lackey Pct. Barn Location: 1369 East Highway 56 Bonham, Texas 75418 Phone: 903-583-2039 Email Address: dlackey@fanninco.net BRAVEHEART BAV ANIMAL VOLUNTEERS Please Help Us Help Needy Pets. Donate to PayPal: bavbraveheart@yahoo.com Donations can also be paid directly on our account at Gray’s Veterinary, 14618 TX-121, Trenton, TX 75490 or mail to Braveheart, P.O. Box 26, Ravenna, TX 75476. 903-436-7954
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING • AN ORDINANCE DESIGNATING THE PLACEMENT OF TRAFFIC SIGNS IN THE CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS AT FIVE (5) INTERSECTIONS; PROVIDING A PENALTY; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR LIMITATIONS; AND PROVIDING A REPEALER. • AN ORDINANCE CLOSING AND ABANDONING UNDEVELOPED STREET/RIGHT OF WAY ON NORTH AGNEW St TO HWY 82 R/O/W; BEING A PART OF R H ROBERTS ABSTRACT #936; BEING 1.386 ACRES WITHIN THE CITY OF BONHAM, TEXAS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. • AN ORDINANCE CLOSING AND ABANDONING UNDEVELOPED STREET/RIGHT OF WAY ON MAPLE ST FROM 9TH ST TO 10TH ST; BEING A PART OF SIMPSON ADDITION WITHIN THE CITY OF BONHAM, TEXAS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The City Council of the City of Bonham, Texas will consider approval or rejection of the ordinances represented by the captions printed above on first and final reading following a public hearing on the ordinance. Public hearing will be at a meeting of the City Council on Monday, December 14, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. in the Bonham City Hall, 514 Chestnut. Heather Stockton, City Secretary
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OBITUARIES We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, But all we have are memories, And your picture in a frame.
LOYD DAIL JOHNSON
Honey Grove, Texas – Loyd Dail Johnson, born August 22, 1936, in Ladonia, TX, went home and met his Lord Jesus on November 21, 2020 and is now with his parents Doil and Gladys Johnson, sisters Edna Ruth Pickard and Clara Nell Valentine and beloved daughter Shelby Jane Johnson. A 1955 graduate of Ladonia High School, Loyd remained a lifelong supporter and loyal Rattler, always looking forward to reconnecting with friends and classmates at the annual Ladonia Rattler Reunion, which he helped organize in later years. His friends and family will remember Loyd’s penchant for hosting a party, his perpetual humor and love of a good story and a long laugh. Loyd was a graduate several times over from East Texas State University (now Texas A&M University--Commerce) having earned a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, with a minor in Art, and a Masters in Secondary Education, the latter of which he often reminded family that his wife of 61 years, Jane Johnson, was mostly responsible for. His teaching and coaching career began in Dodd City, Texas and eventually continued at Bells, Princeton, and Sam Rayburn ISD’s where he taught History and Science, and alternatingly coached football, basketball and track & field. In 1958 he met the love of his life, then Martha Jane Horton of Lannius, whom he married on May 29, 1959. On their anniversary each year Loyd would remind family members of proposing to Jane on the basketball court, promising her that he would marry her if she could make ten free throws in a row. Family members remain glad that he saw fit to give her several attempts. A man of seemingly endless talent and interests, and lifelong entrepreneur, Loyd always had a variety of projects and careers going simultaneously. In addition to coaching and teaching, in the 1960’s he began selling insurance and earned his Texas Real Estate Sales License. Longtime residents of Bonham will remember Loyd as the owner and operator of The Steak Out Restaurant and The Roller Rink through the 1970’s. He founded Fanninland Realty on the Bonham Square in 1974, which still operates throughout North Texas today. Loyd loved the land and working the land. He founded the LOJO Ranch in Honey Grove, Texas and was deeply proud to have helped develop a new breed of award-winning cattle, the Limoree, along with his friend and co-partner Jonas Barcellos of Uberaba, Brazil. In life Loyd enjoyed evenings fishing at a good pond, driving throughout his ranch to look at his cattle, and watching all manner of sports, especially basketball and football. He enjoyed a lifetime of traveling across the country and world, and especially enjoyed recounting his travels to family. Being blessed with wonderful friends and always sharing stories, Loyd especially relished his mornings socializing with friends at cafes and coffee shops in Sash, Honey Grove and Lamasco. Above all other pursuits in life, Loyd held his family highest and foremost. Kindhearted, considerate, and helpful to all, he was a devoted husband and loving father and grandfather to the end. He spared no opportunity to tell his children and grandchildren how incredibly proud he was of them all, and how blessed he felt by his family. He was and remains deeply loved. Loyd is survived by his wife, Jane, and daughter, Tessie Johnson Nolan and husband Luke Nolan of Frisco, and son, Chris Johnson and wife Jeri Lea Hope Johnson of Bonham; grandchildren Jacob Nolan of Houston, Drew and wife Emily Nolan of Fort Worth, Audrey Jane Nolan of Fort Worth, Cole Johnson of Honey Grove, Callie Johnson of Bonham, Jessika Compton, Lauryn Compton and Aidan Straub of Bonham, and great-grandchildren, Eli Compton and Eva Ford of Bonham. Honey Grove Cowboy Church Pastor Tracy Williams of Manchester, TX presided over the celebration of life, that was held outdoors on Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at 11:00 AM at LOJO Ranch -- 11953 FM 100, Honey Grove, TX. A private burial immediately followed at Willow Wild Cemetery in Bonham, TX. Pall Bearers were LOJO Ranch employees Faustino Chaverria, Roberto Chaverria, Larry Wolfe, Gary Lassiter, Craig Taylor, Wesley Ayers, Dale Horton, and longtime friend Edwin Anderson. Music was provided by Loyd’s longtime friend, cowboy musician and poet, Robert Joe Vandygriff of Lipscomb, TX. Memorial donations can be made to First United Methodist Church at 801 Star Street, Bonham, TX 75418, C/O Shelby Johnson Memorial Youth Fund, or Willow Wild Cemetery PO Box 159, Bonham, TX 75418.
JOE CHAT BEAZLEY JR. Joe Chat Beazley Jr. of Ely, Texas passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 24, 2020 in Hugo, Oklahoma. Joe was born in Ely on July 19, 1941 to Joe Chat Beazley Sr. and Ann Roper Beazley. He graduated from Whitewright High School in 1959. He married Alice Marie Wilson on January 18, 1964 in Durant, Oklahoma. Joe Chat came from a long line of proud farmers, farming the same land in the Beazley family since 1916. He valued the land and loved to work hard. He encouraged his sons with values of integrity and love of the land. He taught them all aspects of farming and ranching and how to appreciate the changing of the seasons and how to read the weather. He raised cotton but in the later years, he raised wheat. He was a rancher with commercial Braugus cattle. He also played hard. He thoroughly enjoyed annual deer hunting trips to Colorado. But mostly he loved taking his sons and family with him on those trips. Joe Chat was one of the founders of the Whitewright Tractor Pull which continues to this day. It was a thrill to watch Bones and Bryant compete in various tractor pulls. Above all, he treasured his wife and sons. He loved his grandchildren Joe is survived by his wife, Alice Marie Beazley of Ely, Texas; sons, Joe Chat Beazley III and wife Rhonda of Ely, Bryant Beazley of Ely; granddaughters, Katelyn Joann Beazley, Lindsey Nicole Beazley, Bailey Jean Beazley all of Ely; grandson, Wyatt Cole Beazley of Ely; sister, Babo Loe of Fort Lauderdale, Florida He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe Chat Sr. and Ann Beazley; grandchildren, Christian Jacob Chandler, Laura Joe Beazley, Brooke Marie Beazley. A graveside service was held Friday, November 27, 2020 at 2:00PM at Oak Hill Cemetery in Whitewright, Texas.
STEVE ALLEN JONES
for General Cable, DeRose Trailer Plant, and Encore Wire in McKinney until he retired in 2015. Neely was a Passmaster of the Masonic Lodge #13 in Bonham. Above all his amazing accomplishments, he loved being a cowboy-Wick will be missed by all. Willis is survived by his wife Sharon Neely of Bonham; Daughter Billie Pearl NeelyReichart and husband James of Bonham, Texas; Son Skipper Revell and wife T.J. of Fulton, Texas; Son Danny McElroy and wife Kristi of Aransas Pass, Texas. Seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX. To convey condolences or sign an online registry, please visit www.coopersorrells.com
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WILLIS “WICK” ELVIN NEELY
Bonham- A Celebration of Life for Reverend Ralph Brown, age 72, of Bonham, TX will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at Fannin
Bible Baptist Church. Bro. Louis Holmes and Dr. Bobby Glaze officiated. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX. Mr. Brown left his earthly life and entered his eternal life on Friday, November 13, 2020 with his family by his side. Ralph Lynn Brown was born on September 10, 1948 in Borger, TX to James Almer and Bessie Lee (Chumley) Brown. He married Peggy Charlene (Voyles) Brown on March 16, 1973 in Lubbock, TX. Ralph served from April 68 to April 72 and was a Vietnam Veteran. He attended Baptist Bible College in Springfield, MO where he obtained his bachelor’s degree in Theology. Ralph was a church planter, the first church that he established was the Heritage Baptist Church in Corpus Christi, TX he also established the Houston Street Baptist Church in Pottsboro, TX. Ralph is survived by wife, Peggy Brown of Bonham, TX; son, Robert Zas and wife Michelle of Janesville, WI; son, Jeffrey Brown of Bonham, TX; son, James Brown and wife Ashley of Bonham, TX; brother, Kenneth Brown of Bonham, TX; brother, Raymond Brown of Lubbock, TX; brother, Don Wilks of Bonham, TX; sister, Merle Morton of Lubbock, TX; sister, Evelyn Louderback of Pottsboro, TX; grandchildren, Grace, Robert, Jacob, Johnny, Justin, Brytni, Autumn, Bailey, and Aaron He is preceded in death by his parents, sister, Peggy Glaze, and brother, Jimmy Brown. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com.
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JERRY R. DRACHENBERG JR. Bonham- Steve Allen Jones, age 73, of Windom, TX was born on September 14, 1947 in Big Spring, TX to Albert John and Dolly (Zook) Jones. He passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at Texoma Medical Center Denison, TX. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Steve Allen Jones married Sarah Geneva (Newman) Jones on December 15, 1967 in Chihuahua, Mexico. He worked at the Dodd City School for 35 years before retiring. Steve enjoyed working at the school with the children, he also enjoyed talking to people 12/1/20 and going to the Windom Feed Sack. Steve loved keeping his yard and building things; there was not anything that he could not do. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend; he will be greatly missed. Steve is survived by wife, Sarah Jones; son, Albert Jones; son, Kelly Allen Jones; daughter, Jannifer Rena Jones; grandchildren, Jessica Wilson, Jerry Wilson, Jamie Wilson, Steven Jones, Daniel Jones, Alex Jones, and Zachary (Jones) Hank; 4 great grandchildren, brother, Vernon Jones; sister, Elizabeth Wise; sister, and Lilly Jones Teal. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jimmy Jones and sister, Eunice Faye Jones. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com
Willis “Wick” Elvin Neely, a true Cowboy, left this earth on November 20, 2020 in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born to Mack Willis Neely and Lillie Pearl Herd-Neely. He graduated from Bonham High School and worked at Bonham Livestock Sale Barn from the age of 14 until he moved on to attend Grayson County College in Denison and A&M College of College Station. He married the love of his life Sharon King Neely on July 31, 1972 in Durant, Oklahoma and celebrated 48 loving years. They had three children together and he loved them dearly. Wick was a hard-working employee
Jerry R. Drachenberg Jr., age 64, of Bonham, Texas passed away Monday evening, November 23, 2020 at The Terrace at Denison in Denison, Texas. Cremation arrangements were made under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. Jerry was born on August 10, 1956 in Kodiak, Alaska, the son of Jerry Rowland Drachenberg Sr and Chloe Louise Manes. He was a member of Ector Baptist Church in Ector, Texas. His favorite thing to do was fish. Jerry had a kind, caring, and giving heart. He was always helping family and would never refuse to help a person in need. Jerry will be greatly missed. He is preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Pearl Conley and her husband Chris Conley. Jerry is survived by his daughter Bethany Hager and husband Karsten of Ector, Texas; brother, Tony Drachenberg; sister, Grace Nakamura of Malakoff, Texas; granddaughter, Cynthia Hager; and great grandson, Michael Diaz. Online guest register at www.wisefuneralhome.com
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HAZEL JOYCE LAMBERSON
If the plan doesn’t work, change the plan. But never the goal.
Memorial Services for Hazel Joyce Lamberson, age 67, of Bonham, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 6, 2020 at Wise Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. James Blagg will officiate. Private family inurnment will follow at a later date at Fannin Memorial Gardens Cemetery where Hazel will be laid to rest next to her beloved father, J. N. Durham. Hazel passed away unexpectedly Monday evening, November 23, 2020 at Texoma Medical Center in Bonham, Texas. Hazel was born on June 8, 1953, the daughter of J. N. Durham and Mary McCullough Durham. She was a nurturer at heart and worked as an LVN for many years. Hazel married Marvin Thomas Lamberson in 1979 in Edhube, Texas. She was often seen watching tv, because honestly,
it was one of her favorite things to do. She enjoyed the Hallmark channel and dabbled in soap operas now and then, but she was obsessed with the Twilight Saga. Hazel was a romantic at heart. When she wasn’t fixated on Edward and Bella’s tumultuous relationship, she was living romantic adventures vicariously by reading Danielle Steel novels. She enjoyed playing games on Facebook and catching up with friends. Hazel, above all else, loved her family and adored her grandchildren. She will be greatly missed. Hazel is preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Rita Durnil. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Marvin Lamberson of Bonham, Texas; son, Stephen Oliver and wife Samantha of Durant, Oklahoma; daughters, Stacy Smith and husband James of Arkansas and Lisa Robinson of Wylie, Texas; sisters, Mary Cook and husband Ronald of Plano, Texas and Patricia Ann; grandchildren, Kenzie Herndon, Jimbo Smith, Emma Smith, Brittany Oliver, Christina Stinson, Stephen Oliver Jr., Stacy Oliver, James Oliver, Tremaine Howard, Tearony Howard, T’myra Steward, and Tristan Steward; great grandchildren, Kemyra Woodridge, Amy Oliver, and Bella Owens; extended family and a host of friends. Online guest register at www. wisefuneralhome.com
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO 9/15/20 ISD’S I.W. EVANS DISCUSS BONHAM INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL TARGETED IMPROVEMENT PLAN The Bonham Independent School District will hold a public hearing during the Board of Trustees meeting at 6:00pm on December 14, 2020. The purpose of this public hearing is to discuss and solicit input on the development of the I.W. Evans Intermediate School Targeted Improvement Plan. Note: Advertisements will be placed on the district and campus website, and the district and campus social media pages from November 30, 2020 through December 11, 2020.
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Bonham’s Kirkpatrick shares hitter award, Extended Soaring State: Hemby top server in 11-3A v’ball honors Undefeated No. 9 Ladonia Fannindel Falcons prolong historic six-man season past Thanksgiving
By Rich Hilliard
final in less than four quarters -- eight times. In six-man football, having a lead of 45 or more LADONIA -- Though school at halftime of a game -- or any had dismissed for the Thankstime in the second half -- pregiving Break, Fannindel’s Falmaturely ends the contest -- and cons on the Monday before the garners a quicker victory. national holiday practiced that “Every week, as a afternoon at Bishteam, ... everyone op Field. Fannindel Falcons [here] has worked toThey prepared gether to beat a team,” for Strawn -- their Head Coach: Gabe Lane said Shaw, who has state quarterfi(3rd season; 2nd stint) returned this season nals opponent on 08/28 -- Fannindel 45, at Fruitvale 0 (half) after dislocating one Nov. 27 at Italy at 09/03 -- at Fannindel 52, Campbell 6 (3Q) of his hips during the 6:30 p.m. -- and 09/11 -- at Fannindel 33, Leverett’s Chapel 12 2019 campaign. the chance to ex- 09/18 -- Fannindel 74, Grayson Christian 24 (3Q) In addition to Duntend their already 10/02 -- at Fannindel 47, Willowbend 0 (3Q) bar and Shaw, Fanhistoric six-man 10/09 -- at Fannindel 66, Greenville Christian 36 nindel has also welcampaign -- which 10/16 -- Open comed back junior could rival the best 10/23 -- at Fannindel 53, Forestburg 6* (half) Jaquadrian Scott, season in school 10/30 -- at Fannindel 45, Gold-Burg 0* (3Q) who has resumed history in the 11/06 -- Fannindel 71, at Trinidad 26* (4Q) sport. 11/13 -- BD: Fannindel 62, Lueders-Avoca 12 (half) playing football this season, and benefited F a n n i n d e l , 11/20 -- R: Fannindel 60, Gordon 40 from the presence of ranked No. 9 in 11/27 -- QF: Fannindel vs. Strawn Christopher Jordan, a Class 1A-II by move-in. Dave Campbell’s Having mostly veteran playThe speedy Dunbar has been Texas Football, reached Nov. 23 still undefeated -- 11-0 for part of a Fannindel offense, ers who have grown up in the the first time since 2013, and led by sophomore quarter- Fannindel program has helped making its deepest postseason back Jabari Dowdy, which has the Falcons succeed this season, run since a 13-2 state semifi- proved capable of turning any according to Lane. “This is my third year to be nals effort in 1A eleven-man in handoff -- or any touch of the football -- quickly into touch- back here at Fannindel,” said 1988. Lane, who returned in 2018 af“It’s been great. I couldn’t ask downs. It’s a quick group which ter three years at 1A non-footfor better,” said senior Branden Dillehay, a center, kicker and would be troubling to counter in ball school Dodd City. “It’s the defensive lineman. “We want 11-man football -- let alone six- same offense and defense. Evto keep playing hard and go man -- according to head coach erybody knows their roles and where to line up. Gabe Lane. farther.” “When the kids are comfort“As fast as we are, it’s just turn “It’s always fun to go far in the playoffs and better than and pitch,” said Lane. “When able where to line up,” he said, last year,” said senior Jawaylon you have guys as fast as we “they have confidence.” “The kids have played hard. Shaw, a wide receiver and de- have, it’s a hard match-up.” “Our offensive line is pretty They have given what they fensive end. “We hope to make aggressive,” said Dunbar. “We got and played with emotion, a it really far in the playoffs.” “It feels great,” said senior have talent in the backfield -- sense of urgency and like they have stuff to prove.” Dayton Dunbar, a running back offense is never a problem.” Through 11 games, the Faland nose on defense. “We’ve been given an opportunity. We cons, the District 10-1A-II champion, have outscored their don’t intend on letting go.” Dunbar, one of six seniors, competition decisively -- 608returned to Fannindel, a 2019 162 -- and had games ruled bi-district finalist, this season after playing last year at 3A-I Commerce. “I came back thinking they wouldn’t want me back,” said Dunbar. “They have welcomed me with open arms.”
Leonard’s Ashleigh Butler serves.
Bonham’s Alli Kirkpatrick serves.
Bonham’s Brianna Rodriguez serves.
Bonham’s Chyrsi Hemby (right) joins head coach Michelle Rodriguez in watching a District 11-3A volleyball match from the sideline while not on the court.
Photos by Rich Hilliard
DC’s Mauppin finishes 10th; betters State XC time, place By Rich Hilliard
ROUND ROCK -- Beforehand, Dodd City sophomore Lindsey Mauppin prioritized bettering her time over placement in her second advance to the Class 1A State girls cross country competition at Old Settlers Park. She managed on Nov. 23 to do both: Mauppin finished 10th in 12:59. Last fall, she placed 25th in 13:06.7 in the 1A State girls race and earned all-state honors in 1A in cross country from the Texas Girls Coaches Association. Dodd City’s Lindsey Mauppin wears her State medal earned on Nov. 23 at the Class 1A State girls cross country competition at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock. Courtesy photo
The second State appearance completed a cross country season which, for Mauppin, during late October was interrupted by a family COVID-19 quarantine which held her out of Dodd City’s last warm-up meet and District 23-1A competition. After the Lady Hornets advanced again past district, Mauppin returned on Nov. 9. She finished sixth in the overall standings of the girls 3200m Region III-1A race in 13:39.64 at the Jesse Owens Memorial Athletic Complex in Dallas to individually qualify again for State.
Bonham’s Breauna Killgo serves. By Rich Hilliard Bonham sophomore Alli Kirkpatrick shared the hitter of the year award and senior Chyrsi Hemby garnered the top server superlative to lead Bonham on the All-District 11-3A volleyball team for 2020. Brianna Rodriguez and Breauna Killgo, both sophomores, made the first team for Bonham, which lost a play-in for the fourth-and-final district postseason berth to Bells in five games -- three COVID-19 forfeit losses to end 11-3A play dropped the Lady Warriors into the tie. Senior Abby Wilson also
Leonard’s Abby Wilson hits at the net.
made the first team for Leonard, which contended for but fell short of a sixth-straight postseason -- in a district headed by 11-3A champion and state semifinalist Gunter. Addysan Early and Annie Ukpe of Bonham and Ashleigh Butler of Leonard -- all seniors -- garnered spots on the second team. Honorable mentions included junior Paizley Vaught and senior Jordan Fite of Bonham and sophomore Abby Cavender, junior Reagan Whitehouse and senior Madison Vaughn of Leonard. All-district academic selections were senior Bri Cruz, se-
nior Brynn White, Kirkpatrick, Hemby, Rodriguez, Killgo, Early, Ukpe and Vaught of Bonham and freshman Keara Cavender, sophomore Abby Cavender, sophomore Hannah Harris, sophomore Triniti Zachary, junior Mackenzie Hammonds, junior Allie Shulze, junior Paiton Sudderth, senior Taylor Reed, Whitehouse, Butler, Vaughn and Wilson of Leonard. Bonham and Leonard will remain in 11-3A in 2021 for district play with Bells, Blue Ridge, Gunter, Howe, Pottsboro and Whitewright.
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