12-13-22 Leader E-Edition

By Malinda Allison Courtesy Photos

Looking for a unique Christmas

The Fannin County Museum of History has four

books on Fannin County history which might be just the thing.

The Pictorial History of Fannin County contains many photographs of places all over

the county.

Bonham, Town of Bailey Inglish is a very readable history with delightful illustrations. The Jewish Merchants of Bonham, Fannin County,

Texas, tells a story about Bonham’s Jewish population in the late 1800s and early 1900s and contains many photographs. And recently published is Millard Brent’s The History

of Dodd City, Texas.

These books are available at the Fannin County Museum of History for $20 each. They are also available on Amazon.com. Your purchase of these books supports the Museum.

The Museum is open noon - 4 pm, Tuesday - Saturday, and is

holiday, give yourself – or someone

love

gift of a hearing assessment (it’s free at HearCare!). It’s a gift of hope – you’ll know your situation and learn about your options. You’ll understand the difference advanced technology can make. And then decide what’s best for you so you can live your life the way you want to. Hearing what you want to. Call Kenneth and Jill at 903-868-2650. They’re the best elves you’ll ever meet with offices to serve you in Sherman and Gainesville!

Lake Texoma

Rex Bridges at Lighthouse Marina.

Jill Sheppard, B.S., SLP/Audiology, Kenneth

located just a few blocks south of the Courthouse Square in Bonham on Main Street.

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Letters to the Editor

The beautiful landscape of Northeast Texas may soon be obscured with 800 foot towering wind turbines.

Cielo Wind is offering farmers in Fannin and Lamar Counties 10’s of thousands of dollars to lease their land for wind turbines. Last year my husband and I purchased over 1200 acres in these two counties sinking most of our retirement

Reminder to all Residents of the City of Bonham regarding the city SEWER service.

Article 13.03.045 Water & Sewers: (b:) “The monthly rates or

funds in the purchase. Now we find that one of neighbors in total disregard to us and others has decided to lease their land for wind turbines. These will be very visible from our property. For a little perspective the Renaissance Tower in Dallas is 886 ft. tall and the Eiffel Tower in Paris is 984 ft. tall.

Just a few facts about wind turbines besides being eye sores.

charges for wastewater service for all individually metered residential customers shall be based on the average water consumption for the months of December, January, and February of each year. Said charge

Wind turbines are estimated to kill between 500,00 to 700,000 birds in the U.S.annually. The humming, swishing sound of the blades can be heard up to a mile away. There have been instances of wind turbines leaking lubricants polluting land. The blades cannot be recycled and have to be taken to landfills where it is estimated to take 100’s of years to de-

shall be computed annually”. This means that your water usage from December thru February is totaled, then divided by 3 to give the average. This number then determines your Sewer cost per month,

grade releasing methane and other volatile compounds into the environment.

This effort must be defeated. Our property values could be diminished as much as 50%. And the beautiful sunrises and sunsets in Fannin and Lamar Counties will be forever irretrievably marred.

Pat Carlson

for the rest of the year. Conserve water during this period to reduce your cost for the year.

link to city information: https://ecode360. com/39684442

Lee Dempsey

cubes

In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream; mix well. Fold in crab, cheese and onions. Cut the top third off each loaf of bread; carefully hollow out bottoms, leaving 1” shells. Cube removed bread and tops; set aside. Spoon crab mixture into bread bowls. Place on baking sheets. Place reserved bread cubes in a single layer around bread bowls. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees until the dip is heated through, 45-50 minutes. Garnish with green onions if desired. Serve with assorted fresh vegetables, crackers and toasted bread cubes.

If you feel this needs salt and pepper, just add it in!

This would make a great appetizer for your Christmas parties. Hope you will give this one a try!

ENJOY!

Please send me your favorite or unique recipes to Fannin County Leader at 224 N. Main St. Bonham, TX 75418 or email me: fclweesie@gmail.com

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Fannin County Commissioners Meet: Lake Ralph Hall Update

By Tim Meek

The Fannin County Commissioners met on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at 9:00 for a regular meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Quorum was established with all Commissioners and Judge present.

6. Discussion and presentation by Daniel Harrison of Freese and Nichols, Inc. regarding Lake Ralph Hall. Daniel Harrison of Freese and Nichols, Inc. gave a presentation regarding Lake Ralph Hall zoning regulations. There will be two public hearings with the first being held January 26, 2023 at Fannindel High School in Ladonia. Notices to landowners will be mailed after January 1, 2023.

7. Discussion, consideration and action to approve minutes from 11/29/2022 (S) and (R) – County Judge for County Clerk. Motion passed and approved.

8. Discussion regarding Unclaimed Property Capital Credits received in the amount of $36,703.25

County Judge. Judge Moore suggested using some of the money to form a Fannin County Economic Development Corporation or EDC. He also discussed perhaps using some of the credits to have display cases built for the third floor of courthouse. There was also discussion about spreading some of the credits to the county’s three libraries, as was done last year. Use of these funds will be discussed during a future Commissioners meeting.

9. Discussion, consideration and action to set the Hotel Occupancy Tax rate in Fannin County for the unincorporated areas –County Judge. This agenda item consisted of perhaps setting a hotel occupancy tax in the county effective January 1, 2023. The State Legislature has given permission for Fannin County to charge a Hotel Occupancy Tax Rate or “HOT” up to 7%. Judge Moore suggested a rate of 4 to 5% as a possibility. The revenue from this tax can only be used to promote tourism and the hotel industry. Motion was made to table this agenda item for

further discussion, possibly in the next Commissioners meeting, motion passed.

10. Discussion, consideration and action regarding payroll deductions authorized in Texas Counties – County Judge for County Auditor Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple alerted the Commissioners that public funds can’t be used for payroll deductions and after discussing this with the Credit Union, she indicated that they would not be opposed to paying an annual fee of $150.00. The Commissioners approved a process that will allow credit unions to pay the fee.

11. Discussion, consideration and action to move $19,232.41 from 230-370-1310 (insurance loss) to 230-623-4570 (R & M Equipment, Precinct 3) - County Judge for County Auditor Motion passed and approved.

12. Discussion, consideration and action to move $1,268.65 from 100-370-1310 (insurance loss) to 100-560-4540 (R & M Auto - Sheriff) – County Judge for County Auditor. Motion passed and approved.

Beware of Scam calls, emails or texts

Be on Alert - Medicare never calls you unless you have called them and requested a call back, and neither does Social Security.

Volunteers Wanted

To support activities at the City of Bonham Senior Citizens Center. Become a member of the Friends of Bonham Senior Citizens Center and use your talents to support programs at the Senior Center. For information text Rich at 214-7389975.

Submitted by Rich Summers, President Friends of the Bonham Senior Citizens Center 214-738-9975 Fax: 903-449-4404 rlsummers@reagan.com

Scammers might even say you will be receiving a new Medicare card. Also, please be careful

in taking any calls about Medicare or Insurance plans unless it is your LOCAL AGENT. Please never give

13. Discussion, consideration and action to approve payment of bills – County Judge for County Auditor Motion passed and approved.

14. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Consultation with Attorneya closed meeting will be held pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code to (1) seek the advice of its attorney regarding: (A) pending or contemplated litigation; or (B) a settlement offer; or (2) on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter – regarding Fannin County Courthouse – County Judge

15. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Consultation with Attorney Executive Session – County Judge Turner Construction has been contacted about some of the small issues still present with construction relating to minor repairs and finishing the project.

16. Meeting adjourned

out your SS# or Medicare# or DOB, etc. to anyone. If something sounds too good you know it usually is not good.

Fannin

Taylor Building

Faith, Bonham

By Rebekah Figueroa

When a person or family join the First United Methodist Church, the pastor asks of them and reminds others what is asked of them, to provide their prayers, presence, gifts, services and witness to the church.

Mary Black, President of United Women in Faith Bonham branch, states, “Every once in a while someone does such a good job

at these things they shine like a bright star and that is what has happened here.”

Members of the United Women in Faith have identified Boyd Ruffner as someone believed worthy to receive recognition and the National Office of United Women in Faith is proud to gift Boyd Ruffner a pin and certificate to award him for his ministries with women, children and youth.

Reliance Fasteners of Denison Texas donates $20,000 to Sunnyside Cemetery in Savoy to Build Pavilion

Press Release - Back in 2014 Brent Frailicks had a dream. He wanted to have a fundraiser to help support the upkeep of Sunnyside Cemetery at Savoy where his Dad is buried. So he contacted a local church to see if he could use their building for this project. Every year since, at the same time in November, he and his band, who this year consisted of Fred Spears, Scott Matthews, Benny Vincent and Brent, with the help of the Sunnyside Board

Members, put this show on. It has grown to have a Desert Auction with Roy Fuller, Auctioneer, donating his time also. Ladies of Savoy make or buy their favorite desserts to auction off. Others around the area also donate items: (Sam’s, Home Depot, Luna Azul Mexican Restaurant, Hillbilly Bubba’s BBQ, and others.)

The money made at this event will help with the mowing and upkeep of the Cemetery, which is a non-profit organization

that depends on donations for survival.

At the end of this years Concert, Jeff Francis, a native of Savoy, who coowns Reliance Fasteners of Denison, with Pat Miller, announced that they were donating $20,000.00 to build a Pavillion at the Cemetery which the Board had approved.

The Trustees were overwelmed with this generosity of love. Thank You Jeff & Pat and to all the others who support Sunnyside Cemetery.

Mary Black, President of United Women of Faith, Boyd Ruffner.

Photo by Rebekah Figueroa

Grandchildren hold your hands for a while, your hearts forever.

Bonham Police Department Logs

11/30/2022– 12/06/2022

Report: November 30, 2022 –300 BL SH 121 S., Reporting Officer – Ptl. Mathew Morales. A call for service was received in reference to Theft.

Report: November 30, 2022 – E. 5th St., Arresting Officer – Sgt.

Kolton Phillips. A 30-year-old male was arrested for Poss CS.

Report: December 2, 2022 –1300 BL S. 5th St., Reporting Officer – Sgt. Trevor Franz. A call for service was received in reference to Burg of Hab.

Report: December 2, 2022 –2000 BL SH 121 N., Arresting Officer – Cpl. Kolbee Perdue. A 28-year-old male was arrested for Other Agency Warrant.

Report: December 3, 2022 –2000 BL SH 121 N., Reporting

Officer – Sgt. Trevor Franz. A call for service was received in reference to Reckless Destruction.

Report: December 3, 2022 –1900 BL N. Center St., Reporting Officer – Ptl. Trevor Franz. A call for service was received in reference to Found Property. Report: December 4, 2022 – 200 BL W. 5th St. Reporting Officer

– Ptl. Zakkary Reese. A call for service was received in refence to Fire Incident.

Report: December 4, 2022 –2000 BL SH 121 N., Arresting Officer – Sgt. Trevor Franz. A 43-year- old female was arrested for Theft.

Report: December 5, 2022 –500 BL Chestnut St., Arresting Officer – Ptl. Zakkary Reese. A

42-year-old male was arrested for Public Intoxication.

Report: December 6, 2022 – 500 BL Pine St., Reporting Officer –Ptl. Mathew Morales. A call for service was received in reference to Emergency Mental Detention.

Fannin County Retired Teachers at Spirit of Giving

By Cheryl Youree

at 2 PM in the First Presbyterian Church educational building in Bonham. Please join us!

Debbie Gove, Cheryl Youree

Courtesy Photo

Linda Brewer, Janeen Karm, Santa Claus, Debbie Gove Courtesy Photo

The Boys were Back in Town!

Recently the Gator Boys were in town. Those boys have known each other since, Grammar, High School & College. They played ball Football & Basketball.

The Boys are from Lake Charles, LA, all grown up, moved away & have their own families now. They have kept in touch after all these years, good Boys, never in trouble. They get together twice a year one of the places they meet here at our son’s place in Ivanhoe.

The Boys come from afar, some drive and some fly, some bring their campers. they park their cars here for 3 days and don’t move them ‘til they leave. Randy’s place is pretty big so a place for everyone makes do. The boys start coming in on Thursday, they stay for 3 days while they’re here they entertain each other playing cards, shooting skeet, target practice & fishing.

Come time for them to meet they plan everything. Some of the boys like to cook so they decide who cooks and that person brings everything with him to cook.

They cook everything, shrimp, fish, crayfish, crab

and boudin, so good. The other boys bring something for eating, their wives send desserts & treats. This is a man thing no wives. The boys have 3 days to hang, do what they want, they have alot to talk about, take pictures & show old pictures.

Whatever each one cooks they have to bring us a plate and everything is so good. So I get a break I don’t have to cook while they are here. O, yes I forgot our son has a large kitchen outside with everything they need to cook, also has a large patio, bar, 2 large TVs and plenty of chairs for seating.

Come Saturday they are ready for their big football game, yes you guessed it LSU most of them wear jerseys & hats, Randy hung his LSU Flag.

Those Boys are good boys, no trouble we can’t even tell they are here.

Ken & I look forward to seeing them, some call us Mom & Pop. I fed some of these boys when they were in school, some spent the night, boys everywhere. Ken my husband was in the service at the time, so we were stationed in Lake Charles, LA.

Here is a picture taken this year, I believe we had 18 this year. My husband, Ken is in the wheel chair, the guys decided he should be in the picture. So come Sunday all are up early packed and on their way. Honkin & waving as they pass our place.

Hope with God’s blessing we will see them next year.

Grace Chapman Mom to some

P.S.

Most of the boys are in their 60’s.

Fannin

• Edwina Lane

Precinct 1 Commissioner

Pct. Barn Location: 8865 Highway 56 W

(2 miles east of Savoy) • Savoy, Texas 75479 Phone: 903-965-7030

Email Address: elane@fanninco.net

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 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

TX. Ability to use forklift, tarping and flatbed experience a plus, but will train the right driver. Please come in person to complete an application: 3765 County Road 2135, Telephone, TX 75488 or call 903-664-2332 ask for human resources.

CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT for James Froelich, DO, FACOFP, Family Care Clinic, 2105 N Center St., Bonham, TX.

Submit resume including education, certifications, training, employment history and references by email only to famcare05@verizon.net.

THE CITY of BONHAM Public Works Department Is accepting applications for 2 positions of Street Dept.

Equipment Operator I.

Requirements: Experience in heavy equipment operation, street repair and construction; perform heavy manual labor and work in all types of weather conditions. $15.00 hourly to include paid vacation, sick time, personal time, retirement. Medical, dental, and vision insurance available at minimal costs.

Applications are available Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm at Bonham City Hall, 514 Chestnut St., Bonham TX 75418 or online at www. cityofbonham.org. Position open until filled. The City of Bonham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for the FOLLOWING POSITIONS

HVAC Technicians, Journeyman Electrician, and HVAC/Electric Apprentice and Helpers. Competitive wages based on experience, vacation and company paid insurance. For more information call 903583-4018 or apply in person at Blain Service Company, 7258 N Hwy 78 in Ravenna

HELP WANTED

Metal building & Welding experience. Call: 903-436-0555.

CNC Lathe/ Mill Machinist POSITION OPENINGS

B.F. Gammon Tool & Die is accepting applications for immediate openings for CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist and also someone with Gear Cutting experience. 40 hours per week plus overtime. Full benefits including paid healthcare, retirement benefits and holiday, vacation and sick pay. Climate controlled shop. 7:30am4:00pm, 5 days per week. Send resume via email to brett@bfgammon.com. 903-583-3597

ESTATE SALE

ESTATE SALE

Dec. 15th, 16th, & 17th 9am-5pm 1015 North Main Street, Bonham, TX

Victorian House SoldEverything must go! Vintage & Antique lamps and furniture, some wicker, Oak pedestal table & chairs, Rugs, Kitchen items, Sewing items, glassware- too much to list. Priced reasonable and Everyone Welcome.

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

Jazzy Power Chair Excellent shape like new. $1300. Has new batteries. Call 903-664-3521, leave message, if no answer.

NICE RV FOR SALE: 2011 model paid $13,500 only one year ago. Will sell for $8,500.00 cash. 40 foot with two pull outs and bumper pull. Call 903-449-4755. Also 42 acre pasture for rent.

LIFT FOR SALE

For loading Scooters in pick up $150. 903-664-3521 leave message, if no answer.

FOR SALE

16 ft. utility trailer, electric brakes, new spare, less than 6 months old, used 2 times. $3,300. Call 903640-6339 or 214-762-4292

GARAGE SALES

GRANNY’S PLACE & GRANNY’S CHRISTMAS STORE

RESALE SHOP

10 S. Plaza in Ladonia, TX. Wed-Sat, 10am-5pm. See us on Facebook. Call 903-367-7095.

INDOOR GARAGE SALE

Dec. 16 & 17, 9-4 13508 E. FM 1396, Windom (Allens Chapel) Some Furniture, over tub shower chair, Kitchen Aid mixer, Bread Machine, miscellaneous household items. Priced to sell.

HOME SHOP

CLEAN OUT

Lots of Tools, Snap-On and Mac hand tools, Dewalt cordless tools, lots of miscellaneous. Two Zero Turn lawn mowers, One Murray lawn mower. Ivanhoe, TX. Text or Call 903-744-4890.

HELP WANTED

HOME HEALTH CARE PROVIDER

For the Elderly or Disabled. I am local within Fannin County. With 20 years experience and can pass background check and physical. Contact Gina Jones 580453-1612.

HELP WANTED

Needing an Experienced Mechanic’s helper, Full or part time. Call 903-821-0604.

HELP WANTED Needing someone to work landscaping full time or part time. Call 903-814-8620.

HELP WANTED

Needing an Experienced Carpenter’s Helper for inside job, Full or part time. Call 903-821-0604.

Fannin County

First Assembly of God, Bonham 1650 N. Center Bonham, TX 75418 (903) 583-5883

Hebrews 10:25 (KJV) Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.

Lee Jackson, Pastor Cell: 903.505.4124 Sunday School 10:00 Worship Service 11:00 email: lthjjjackson@gmail.com

Baptist

Honey Grove Cowboy Church 3050 Hwy 100 North Honey Grove, TX

Assembly of God Episcopal

Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903378-7038

Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413

Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061

Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church Hwy 121 & Edhube Road Phone 903-583-1671

Is Celebrate Recovery For Me?

Celebrate Recovery offers a person the opportunity to participate in a group where love and hope combine with God’s purpose to mend our lives. Ask yourself:

CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359

Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645 Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440

Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454

Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 378-7835

Baptist Methodist

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Street (W 7th & Star Street) 903-583-7112

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints, Bonham 1540 S Hwy 78 (903) 851-4954

• Are there things in my life that I do to hurt others?

• Is there something I wish I could live without?

• Is there something in my life that has gotten out of control?

• Do I have a habit or hang-up from which I need to be freed?

info@cbcbonham.org

From My Life to Yours

When: Sun. 10:30am. Wed. 7:00pm Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham. Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346

Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7708

Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288

Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910

Central Baptist Church (Fundmental, Independent) 709 Union Ave. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 505-4124

Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 North of Bonham on Highway 78 903 583 2750

Dial Baptist Church 16816 FM 1550 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7070

Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175

Ector Baptist Church P.O. Box 248 Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2175

Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840

Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas

Faith Independent Baptist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-965-5517

First Baptist Church of Bailey PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 (903)583-4793

First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8519

First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 (903)583-4465

First Baptist Church of Honey Grove PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903)378-2768

Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7009

New Zion Baptist Church 627 County Road 1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027

Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas

Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ravenna, Texas 75476

Rising Son Cowboy Church 1526 CR 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377

Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas 75476 (903) 583-9546

Seventh & Main Baptist Church 617 N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8679

Sovereign Grace Baptist Church 601 S. 4th St. Bonham, TX 469-207-1141

Telephone Baptist Church located on FM 273 in Telephone Office phone: 903-664-2377

Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727

Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388

Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386

Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987

Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215

Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630

St. James Lutheran Church 14394 E FM 1396 Windom Tx 75492 Phone: 903-583-5155

First Congregational Methodist Church corner of Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-7380

Christian Chapel CME 1005 West Market St. Honey Grove, Tx 75446 903-378-3518

Ector United Methodist Church 401 Church St. Ector, Texas 75439 (214) 728-3549

First United Methodist Church of Leonard 206 N. Main / PO Box 218 Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-3463

First United Methodist Church of Trenton 211 North Second Street @ Hunt Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2378

First United Methodist Church of Bonham 801 Star Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3314

Grove Hill Methodist Church 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452

Marvin United Methodist Church Office Phone 903-364-2411 FM 898 E Whitewright, Texas

Mulberry United Methodist Church, 5638 FM 274, Ravenna, TX 75476, phone 1-888-311-8508

McKenzie United Methodist Church 701 N. 7th Street Honey Grove, TX 75446 (903) 203-4455

Windom United Methodist Church 207 Second Street PO Box 936 Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146

Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870

Nazarene

First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 (903)367-7038

First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250

First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 (903)359-6683

First Baptist Church of Randolph PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 (903)583-6900

First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Box 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4160

First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 (903)989-2319

First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-5727

Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378

Grace Reformed Baptist Church 2800 10th St Honey Grove TX gracerbcbonham.com

for nine years. Only during the last two years have we had to publish previously submitted articles due to his failing health and passing away.

12-18-18

We thank Bro. Bill’s family for their generous permission to continue his articles for this past year. His passing December 17, 2021 left a hole in the heart of our community.

Thanks to many calls from our readers, we are very aware Bro. Bill made quite an impact on the community he loved and served.

We are going to cease publishing Bro. Bill’s articles weekly. In the future, on special occasions, we will pull from our library of articles as a memorial to Bro. Beasley and a reminder that we must never forget his humble, unassuming presence for so many years.

Thank you to the Beasley family for your generosity.

We appreciate, Bro. Bill for all his time spent keeping the faith and sharing his wisdom.

‘He Knows If You’ve Been Good Or Bad!’

By Mike Dickison (Minister of the Ivanhoe Church of Christ)

‘Tis the season, and we hear the very words of the title being sung in popular songs, ‘He knows if you’ve been good or bad’. ‘Tis the season for gifts and fun, the season for joy and good will, the season for songs and make-believe; its a great season and I hope that it is enjoyed by all. There has been over the years, a warning to children to be especially good for this particular time of year to receive presents from ‘you know who’. Adults need to be reminded of their behavior, also. Not because of the man in the red suit, but because of someone far greater.

There is one who ‘knows if we’ve been good or bad.’ He can always see us, “for his eyes are upon the ways of man, and he seeth all his goings” (Job 34:21). He is the One and only

God, Jehovah, and there is none other. “Who is like unto the LORD our God, who dwelleth on high?” (Psalm 113:5). Though we may seek to hide sin from God, He ‘knows if we’ve been good or bad.’ Though we may want to enjoy the good blessings from the Lord without doing good, He ‘knows if we’ve been good or bad.’ Though we may commit our transgressions at night or when no one else is around, there is not “any creature that is not manifest in his sight” (Heb. 4:13), and you see, He ‘knows if we’ve been good or bad.’ God is a perfect God and “knoweth ALL things (1 John 3:20). It is because of His perfect knowledge of our actions that makes Him also the perfect Judge.

Just as the song of the bearded man, so God will “render to every man according to his deeds:” (Rom 2:6). All the ‘the secrets of men’ shall be judged by the Son of God, Jesus Christ

according to the gospel (Rom 2:16). There will be no one left out, but “we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ” (2 Cor. 5:10). And there, judgement will be issued “that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad” (2 Cor. 5:10).

The question is; “have you been good or bad?” The Lord knows. He will judge. God will sentence. Make your soul spotless and clean. If you haven’t been as good as you know you should, remember, “it is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God” (Heb. 10:35).

May the Lord bless you and keep you safe this holiday season and may we live our lives this day and all of our days to please the ‘giver of every good and perfect gift,’ for He is our all knowing and all powerful God. So, be good, for goodness sake.

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First Presbyterian Church of Bonham 818 N. Main St. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-2014

First Presbyterian Church of Leonard 112 W. Thomas St. Leonard, Texas 75452 (903) 989-2771

Main Street Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 188 or 504 E. Main St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 249-1325

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Calvary United Pentecostal Church 1190 Hwy 56 W Bonham Texas 903-583-4346

United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627

Peace Tabernacle UPC 16020 CR 635 Trenton, Texas (972) 752-4054

Bonham Community Church 347 FM 273 Bonham, TX 228-563-0423 Gathering Tine Cabin Ministry 487 CR 2105 Ivanhoe, TX

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OBITUARIES

LEROY DELLOUS SHOTWELL

MAY 18, 1945 - DECEMBER 5, 2022

Today, our hearts are saddened as we mourn the loss of our beloved dad, grandpa, brother, uncle, and friend Leroy Shotwell. Leroy passed away unexpectedly and way too soon on Monday, December 5, 2022 in his home in Bonham, Texas. Born in Gainesville, Texas, on May 18, 1945, Leroy was the fourth born to Elbert and Alta Shotwell. He graduated High School from Valley View in 1964. Soon after he joined the Air Force where he proudly served his country for eight years. Once out of the service he became an insurance salesman where he enjoyed helping others.

Leroy was a member of Central Baptist Church in Bonham, Texas. He was an active participant in the Men’s Coffee Club and loved Bible study. He most recently shared with his sister, Fay and her husband Rickey, his excitement over the salvations of three children in the church.

In his younger days Leroy enjoyed gardening. He would spray his plants with a water bottle and tell his kids, “you have to be nice to them for them to grow.” He enjoyed camping, fishing, boating, pretty much all things outdoors, and Sunday drives with his family. Their favorite family vacation spot was the Florida beaches. He was always making his family laugh with his jokes and often wore the ugliest sunglasses to get you to laugh. In his most recent and later years he enjoyed riding his electric bike around town, trips to Braums, and visiting with friends and family. He enjoyed advocating for others and lending a helping hand whenever and however possible. He did not miss an opportunity to sit and talk or catch up over the phone. He loved his family and friends and they loved him equally. He was no stranger in his town and loved by many.

We will all greatly miss Leroy’s contagious smile, his cut up sense of humor, and often soft spoken demeanor. However, we are thankful to know he is now spending his days in heaven with Jesus and one day we will meet again. His passing was a shock but looking back we see God’s hand in preparing us for this moment and know God also prepared him. He left this earth happy and in a good place with His Savior Jesus Christ.

Leroy is preceded in death by his parents Elbert and Alta Shotwell; brothers, Murrel Shotwell, Jody Shotwell and sister in law Fern; sisters, Rachel Shotwell, Elsie Edgett, and Cindy Shotwell.

Leroy is survived by his three children, Melinda Hammonds and son in law Chad, Kara Shotwell, and Drew Stacy Shotwell; two grandchildren, CJ Hammonds and Bailey Hammonds; one sister, Fay Ramsey and brother in law Rickey; 15 nieces and nephews

A celebration of life was held at 11:00 am Saturday, December 10, 2022, at Central Baptist Church, 709 Union Street, Bonham, Texas.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Central Baptist Church, Bonham, Texas.

Cremation arrangements for Ann Marie Rose-Sauls, age 72, of Bonham, Texas are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home.

Ann passed away Monday morning, December 5, 2022, at Seven Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Bonham, Texas.

Ann was born December 8, 1949, in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of Donald Boyd Rose and Thelma Pauline Donley Rose. She was a 1968 graduate of Lexington High School in Lexington, Ohio. She was a member of Church Triumphant in Hallsville, Ohio for many years. Ann was one of the first street police officers in the country. She enjoyed her animals, which included birds, dogs, cats, and iguanas. Ann was a loving mother and wife. She will be greatly missed. Ann is preceded in death by her parents.

Ann is survived by husband of 20 years, Earl Sauls of Bonham, Texas; son, James Paul Holt of Springfield, Illinois; grandchildren, Jazmine Rennee Holt, Jay Hold, Keelin Holt Warren and husband James, and Erik Lawrence Holt; and great granddaughter, Faylinn Grace Warren. Online guest register at www.wisefuneralhome.com

RICHARD WADE CARTER

Graveside Services for Richard Wade Carter, age 90, of Sherman, Texas will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at Grove Hill Memorial Park in Dallas, Texas under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. Reverend Mike Burt will officiate. Richard passed away Monday evening, December 5, 2022, at Texoma Medical Center in Denison, Texas.

Richard was born on December 15, 1931, in Dallas, Texas, the son of Roscoe Stanley Carter and Beatrice Jackson Carter. He grew up in Oak Cliff, Texas and graduated from Dallas High School. Richard joined the United States Army in June of 1956. He was stationed in Korea and Japan. During his time there he grew to love the culture, especially Asian art. Upon returning home from his military service, Richard hoped to become a doctor or mortician. However, he sacrificed his dreams to be able to care for his grandmother, mother, and brother. Richard deeply cared about people, especially his family. He attended Cliff Temple Baptist Church in Oak Cliff, Texas for many years. His heart was always with his parish there. Richard married the love of his life, Malinda Ann Stewman, on November 21, 1972, in Garland, Texas. They just celebrated their 50th anniversary last month. Richard and Malinda lived in Garland, Texas for many years. They traveled a lot together, both foodies at heart their travel was primarily based on the restaurants they could try; Mexican food being Richard’s favorite. Richard liked to fish and liked to work with his hands; he could fix anything. He also was an avid photographer. Richard was a proud Republican all his life. He was a loving husband and father. He will be greatly missed. Richard is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Daniel Wayne Carter.

Richard leaves behind to cherish memories of him, his wife, Malinda Ann Carter of Sherman, Texas; daughter, Melanie Grammar and husband Don of Whitewright, Texas; stepson, Jack Hopper and wife Merry of Aubrey, Texas; grandchildren, Courtney Hopper, Tifany Jeakins and husband Travis, Brian Grammar, and Mark Torres and wife Courtney; great grandchildren, Paisley Haige, Stella Jeakins, Beck Jeakins, Zachary Grammar, and Bear Grammar; extended family and a host of friends.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Jack Hopper, Don Grammar, Brian Grammar, Bear Grammar, Mark Torres, and Robin Montgomery.

Richard will lie in state Thursday afternoon, December 8, 2022, until early Tuesday morning, December 13, 2022.

Donations may be made to the Korean War Veterans Association at https://kwva.us/ or to the Fannin County Republican Party at P.O. Box 83, Randolph, Tx 75475

Online guest register at www.wisefuneralhome.com

Bonham, Texas -- Memorial services for Sue Phillips Collins, 95, of Ravenna, were held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at First Presbyterian Church, 818 N. Main, Bonham, TX, under the direction of Wise Funeral Home, with family visitation from 12:30 – 2:00 prior to the service. A private, family burial was held at the Ravenna Cemetery. Pastors Lisa Reece and Cindy Burnett officiated. Sue lied in state at Wise Funeral Home for private viewing after 1:00 Monday, December 5, 2022.

Sue passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022 at home, lovingly surrounded by family, her dog, Happy and grand-dogs.

Sue was born June 14, 1927 in Ambrose, Texas, the daughter of Roy and Mary Ela Phillips. She graduated from Bonham High School and attended Texas Women’s University. She married Jimmie Collins on May 17, 1949 in Bonham at the manse of First Presbyterian Church, where her services were held. She has been a member of this church for 73 years, served as an elder many years, and is currently considered the “matriarch” of the church.

Sue considered her greatest accomplishment in life to be a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother and loyal friend to her family and community. She retired from Lone Star Gas, where she had become instrumental in traveling to various offices in the northeast Texas area to help solve problems in office management.

Sue’s language of love was cooking. She was known for baking and creating luscious feasts for her family, church members, bridge couples and anyone she wanted to know better. She felt the best conversations and sharing happened around the dining table. She was skilled in sewing, knitting, crocheting and caning chairs. Much of her handiwork will live on in the homes of her family and friends.

Sue loved being with people and was active in Women of the Church, where she was awarded a Lifetime Membership, Pink Ladies at Bonham Regional Hospital, Meals on Wheels; driving patients for treatment for the American Cancer Society.

Supporting the Goodlands Boys Home, serving as president of the Ravenna Cemetery for over 50 years and being involved in her children and grandchildren’s activities. Christmas was always special at “Memaw’s” house, where grandchildren still want to come sleep over for a couple of days of eating, games and laughter.

In retirement, Sue and Jimmie returned to Ravenna to live as the 5th generation on her family’s land. They created a vineyard and were known for inviting the church members to harvest the grapes, followed by a huge breakfast on the lawn. Another garden was planted with iris. They were members of the Fannin County Iris Society and won best of show one year. They loved to square dance early on and later were members of multiple bridge clubs. The greatest joy of any of these activities were the people they met who became dear friends.

Sue is survived by her children, Eddie Collins of Ravenna, TX, Minnette and David Bilbo of College Station, TX, David and Vicki Collins of Midlothian, TX, and Emilie Collins of Pottsboro, TX; grandchildren, Ross Collins (Claire), Taylor Hebert (Jake), Phillip Collins (Courtney), Michelle Swanzy (Nick), and AshLee Bilbo, great-grand-children, June Collins, Mary Jane, Miles and Collin Hebert and Noah and Olivia Swanzy, her dog, Happy and extended family.

Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church or a charity of your choice.

JAMES DERWOOD RHOADES

Funeral Services for James Derwoord Rhoades, age 86, of Windom, Texas were held at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Wise Funeral Home Chapel under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. Burial followed at Dodd City Cemetery. James passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022.

James was born June 21, 1936, the son Fred Franklin Rhoades and Mildred Wright. He retired from the Airforce on November 30, 1973.

James is survived by his wife of 51 years Doris Jean Rhoades, his children; Timothy James Rhoades, Debra Rae Luker, James Lindsey Sawyer, Karen Lynn (Rhoades) Bain, Kenneth Glenn Rhoades, Darla J. Bennett, Brenda A Rhoades Capezzuto, Wayland Glen Rhoades, 21 grandchildren, 47 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. The family received friends at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday December 7, 2022 in the Wise Funeral Home Chapel.

Online guest register at www.wisefuneralhome.come

TOMMY LEE BANKSTON

Funeral Services for Tommy Lee Bankston, age 83, of Bonham, Texas were held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, December 3, 2022 at Duplex Baptist Church under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. Burial followed at Duplex Cemetery. Tommy passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022.

Tommy was born November 27, 1939 in Duplex, Texas, the son of Ray Bankston and Helen Bankston. He graduated from North Fannin High School in 1958 and married the love of his life Maurine Dale on August 14, 1965.

Tommy and Maurine have two sons Mark and Justin Bankston. After retiring from TU Electric, Tom would make his round at all the cattle sales in the area, buying and selling cattle. He was a man of integrity, and his word was his bond. Tom was the kind of man that if he told you he would do something, you could count on it to be done. He was the last of a dying breed putting family and hard work at the center of his life. He led by example and instilled this in his two sons. Tom had a love for his land and his livestock. He was a one-of-a-kind man and will be missed dearly by all those who knew him. Tommy is preceded in death by his brothers; Ray Bankston and Charles Bankston, sisters; Billie Jean Powell and Jerrie Marco.

Tommy is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years Maurine Bankston, sons; Justin Bankston and wife Nita, Mark Bankston and wife Ronda, grandchildren; Logan Bankston, Winston Bankston, Lani Bankston, Nerissa Lane and husband Jared, Brother-In-Law Jimmy Hardy, great grandchildren; Gabi and Avery.

Pallbearers were Brian Hardy, Charlie Powell, Joe Lee Cloer, Jon Cooper, Johnny Bingham, and Michael Moody.

Honorary Pallbearers were Logan Bankston, Winston Bankston, Don Barnet, Jack Dossey, Tim Underwood, Jimmy Hardy, Steve Arthur, Jared Lane, and members of Men’s Sunday School Class Boyd Baptist.

The family received friends at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, December 3, 2022, at Duplex Baptist Church.

Online guest register at www.wisefuneralhome.come

BILLY “BUTCH” HARRIS BOGGS

Billy “Butch” Harris Boggs age 83 was born on May 10, 1939 in Wolfe City, TX to W.J. Boggs and Clara Mozell (Harris) Boggs. He passed away on Friday, December 2, 2022 at Texoma Medical Center in Bonham, TX. Butch served honorably in the United States Army. He was a truck driver and worked for Central Freight Lines in Dallas TX for 44 years before retiring. Butch was a very hard and honest worker. He was a man of integrity and loved his mother and family very much. He loved classic cars but more importantly he loved to play guitar and sing with many bands and friends. He never met a stranger and would give you the shirt off his back. If anyone needed help with anything he would always be there with a smile. Butch was of the Christian faith and loved God very much.

He is survived by his son John Boggs and wife Stephanie, granddaughter Ashley Boggs, grandson Grant Moore, great grandson Joseph Armstrong. Brothers, sisters and sisters-in-law James and Nancy Boggs, Roy and Ruth Boggs, Jerry and Robin Boggs, David and Debbie Boggs, Claire Davis, Linda and Michael Monet. In addition to many other nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, TX. A private family interment will be held at a later date.

To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www. coopersorrells.com.

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SUE PHILLIPS COLLINS

We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, But all we have are memories, And your picture in a frame.

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Secretary Scott Announces Departure from Office at End of Year

AUSTIN — Today, Texas

Secretary of State John Scott announced that he will resign from office at the end of the year to return to his private legal practice. Secretary Scott officially began serving as Texas Secretary of State on October 28, 2021 after being appointed by Governor Greg Abbott on October 21, 2021. During his time in office, Secretary Scott presided over four major statewide elections in 2022, and worked continuously to educate Texas voters and the public about the election process, with the goal of restoring

confidence in the security of the state’s election systems.

Secretary Scott also oversaw the forensic audit of the 2020 General Election in Texas, and will release the findings of the audit before departing on December 31, 2022.

“When I took office as Texas Secretary of State in October of last year, I did so with a singular goal and mission in mind: to help restore Texas voters’ confidence in the security of our state’s elections,”

Secretary Scott wrote in his letter to Governor Abbott.

“This was no small task, and I approached my duty

with humility, patience, and an open mind. By listening directly to the concerns of local election officials, voters, and grassroots activists from across the political spectrum, I was able to understand how to better educate Texas voters about their most sacred civic duty. I also gained a deep appreciation for the difficult, meticulous, and often thankless work of local election officials in safeguarding the integrity of the ballot box.”

“I am proud to say that Texas has made tremendous progress in restoring faith

DANNY “DAN” TOLAND

in our elections over the past year, and that the Texas Secretary of State’s office has developed a successful framework for analyzing and transparently reporting on election security through the forensic election audit process.”

“With a successful 2022 General Election in the rear view mirror, and the final findings of the 2020 Texas forensic audit soon to be released, I write to inform you that I intend to return to my private law practice at the beginning of the New Year.”

Bonham-Danny “Dan” Toland, aka “Britches”, age 70, of Trenton TX was born on March 4, 1952 in Nacogdoches, TX to William and Peral (Greenwood) Toland; he passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in McKinney, TX.

OBITUARIES

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Private Club registration permit and a Late Hours Certificate by Bonham Outpost PC Inc d.b.a Bonham Outpost, to be located at 1216 FM 273, Bonham, Fannin County, Texas. Officers of said corporation are: Venkata Vadlamani - Pres/Dir, Shih Shyu - Sec/Dir, Ashwini ShivalingappaTres/Dir.

Dan married Judy Faye (Clark) Toland on June 14, 1974 in Bonham, TX. He loved fishing in his free time as well as spending time with his family. Dan worked for North Texas Municipal Water District as a truck driver and is of the Baptist faith.

Dan is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years Judy Toland; brotherin-law Brian Clark; sister Miranda Owens; sister-in-law Laura Clark; sister-in-law Linda Clark; several cousins, in addition to numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, Texas.

To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www. coopersorrells.com.

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BENEFITS: Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Retirement, Medical Dental & Life Insurance CONTACT: Jerry Magness 18101 E FM 1396 Honey Grove, TX 75446 (903)378-2941

Applications are on our website at www.co.fannin.tx.us or may be picked up at the Fannin County Auditor’s Office on the 3rd floor of the Courthouse, Bonham, TX. and turned in at the Auditor’s Office or the Pct. #3 barn at the address listed above.

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Proposal due date and time is December 20, 2022 at 10:00AM CST. Sealed proposals will be received at Construction Manager’s Regional Office 1411 Greenway Drive, Irving, TX 75038. Proposers may view and download the plans and specifications without charge on the CivCast website at hhtp:// civcastusa.com. Questions regarding this proposal can be posted on CivCast and will be addressed via addendums. For inquires contact the Construction Manager: Archer Western Construction Wayne Pursley Email: wpursley@walshgroup.com

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PATSY ANN BELL MILFORD

Patsy Ann Bell Milford went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 3, 2022, at the age of 82. She is survived by her husband, Bob Milford of Dial, Texas; her children, Tammy Whitlock and husband Dennis of Honey Grove, Texas; Kyle Milford and wife Denise of Denison, Texas; Gina Harper and husband, Richard of Dial, Texas; Monica Adams and husband Jerry of Paris, Texas; her grandchildren, Zach Whitlock and wife, Tori of Honey Grove; Brittany Peeler of Honey Grove; Baleigh McCoin and husband, Ryan of Howland, Texas; Hannah Varner and husband JoKyle of Anna, Texas; Hudson Milford and wife Kyler of Denison, Texas; Madison Navarro and husband Brandon of Fort Worth; Makenzie Harper of Lubbock, Texas, and fiancee Marshall Clem of Windom, Texas; Robert Waldrip of Beaumont, Texas; Brooke Farley and husband Errin of Paris, Texas; great grandchildren, Carson Whitlock, Kamdyn Whitlock, Aidyn Whitlock, Jaxon Varner, Witten Varner, Knox McCoin, Eli Farley, Bennett Milford; and one brother, Jerry Bell of Honey Grove. In addition to her parents, Patsy was preceded in death by a daughter, Rosa Waldrip.

Patsy was born on February 16, 1940, in the Shiloh Community to George William (Bill) Bell and Mattie Lucille Nunneley Bell. She graduated from Honey Grove High School in 1957. On October 10, 1959, Patsy married the love of her life, Robert (Bob) Milford at Selfs Baptist Church. In addition to being a wife and mother, she worked as activities coordinator at Grove Manor Nursing Home and as Honey Grove High School secretary. She was also instrumental in helping to start up the local Good Neighbor Clothing Closet where she volunteered faithfully as long as she was physically able. In the 1970s and early 80s, Bob and Pat found another way to share the gifts of love and faith by becoming foster parents to many children. She was a faithful and active member of Main Street Presbyterian Church. The service of celebration for Patsy’s life was held on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at 2:00 P. M. at Main Street Presbyterian Church, with visitation beginning at 1:00.

Pallbearers were Zach Whitlock, Robert Waldrip, Hudson Milford, Ryan McCoin, Brandon Navarro, Marshall Clem, JoKyle Varner, and Errin Farley. Honorary pallbearers were Mark Reece, Dirk Doyle, Jack Patrick, Steve Thurman, Marshall Joyce, Bill Bell, and Bryan Bell.

In lieu of flowers, please direct contributions to Main Street Presbyterian Church, PO Box 188, Honey Grove, TX 75446 or Windom Snap Center, PO Box 362, Windom, TX 75492.

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LYNN SHIPMAN

Jerry Lynn Shipman, age 70, was born in Paris, TX, on October 23, 1952, to William Lyndall Shipman and Ruth Lee (Yandell) Shipman. Mr. Shipman departed this earthly world to his forever home December 6, 2022, in Dallas, TX.

Mr. Shipman was a football player for Honey Grove High School, from which he graduated in 1971. Jerry married the love of his life Robin Jan (Little) Shipman on September 30, 1978, in Honey Grove, Tx and the couple spent 44 years together before Mr. Shipman’s passing. Jerry was a lover of life and over time enjoyed many activities including golf, bowling, flying remote control airplanes, listening to music, watching old timey shows, particularly black and white westerns, and tinkering. He was a collector of John Deere memorabilia and loved antiques, especially antique vehicles that he enjoyed working on. Jerry was an immense fan of the New Orleans Saints, who he watched every week. Mr. Shipman had one grandchild Aurora McLeod who held a special place in his heart.

Jerry Lynn Shipman is survived by his wife of the home, Robin Jan (Little) Shipman; children, Joshua Lynn Shipman and wife Leyla of McKinney, TX, Jacob Levi Shipman of Honey Grove, TX, daughter Katie Scarlett Shipman and husband Micah McLeod of Paris, TX; granddaughter, Aurora McLeod of Paris, TX; brothers, Bruce Shipman and Ricky Shipman both of Honey Grove, TX, along with several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and beloved friends.

Mr. Shipman was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, mother-in-law, father-in-law, aunts, uncles, and one niece.

Visitation was Monday, December 12, 2022, at 10:30 AM, at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Honey Grove, TX. A Memorial Service followed beginning at 11:00 AM. Brother Terry Paul Cunningham presided.

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Dodd’s Dominating Debut:

Class 1A Lady Hornets start quest to extend undefeated district title, playoffs streak

Bonham’s Kirkpatrick, Pendergrass on THSCA, TGCA volleyball academic teams

Story and photos by Rich Hilliard

Graduation last spring took away the last two remaining starters from Dodd City’s 2021 undefeated Class 1A State championship girls’ basketball team.

Despite the departures -- including an all-state senior player -- the Lady Hornets have begun the 2022-23 season strongly.

Dodd City reached district play still un-

defeated -- 13-0, after winning its Craig Reed Invitational on Dec. 3 -- via returning players from last season’s regional semifinalist team -- the school’s eighth-consecutive to reach the girls’ basketball regional tournament -- and varsity newcomers.

Senior Lindsey Mauppin, the District 23-1A offensive superlative winner last season, returns for second-year Lady Hornets’ head

coach

Juniors Addyson Chaney, a first-team all-district selection, and Natally Medina,, a second-team all-district selection, are also back for Dodd City which with the start of 23-1A play this month begins its pursuit of an 11th-consecutive undefeated district title and 13th-straight postseason.

Five superlative winners highlight HG’s all-district football honorees

By Rich Hilliard

Area-finalist Honey Grove earned five superlatives -player of the year and top newcomer honors on both sides of the ball and on the offensive line --in the District 9-2A-I football awards for 2022.

Those Warriors garnering superlatives included offensive player of the year, Ryelan Morris; defensive player of the year, Levi Beavers; offensive newcomer, Jarrmez Daniels; defensive newcomer, Asher Price; and offensive lineman of the year, Cortney Cooper.

First-team selections were

By Rich Hilliard

Numerous Fannin County senior volleyball and football team members earned academic all-state notoriety from the Texas High School Coaches Association for 2022.

The honors go to athletes who also triumph off the courts and fields -- grade point average, class rank and ACT/ SAT score.

Bonham volleyball: Alli Kirkpatrick, second team; Aubri Pendergrass, honorable mention; Bonham football: Roxanna Campbell, first team,

trainer; Peyton McBroom, second team, player; Sabrina Larue, second team, trainer; Ana Perez, second team, trainer; Jackson Abbott, honorable mention, player; Jack Porter, honorable mention, player; Ashlyn Fox, honorable mention, trainer; Trenton football: Mariana Caro, second team, manager; Logan Latimer, second team, player; Connor Martin, honorable mention, player; Drake Foster, honorable mention, player; Honey Grove football: Hudson Stroud, first team, player; Mayson Woodard, honorable

mention, player; Leonard football: Brayden Harris, honorable mention, player; Trent Newby, honorable mention, player.

Additionally, seven Fannin senior volleyball players earned academic all-state recognition from the Texas Girls Coaches Association: Trenton’s Catalina Aguilar, Ashley Alexander, Carlie Johnson; Bonham’s Kirkpatrick, Pendergrass; Dodd City’s Lindsey Mauppin, Camryn McCarley.

To be eligible, these had to have a cumulative GPA -- all four years -- of a 95 or better.

Dre Patt, wide receiver and cornerback; Deon Morris, running back; Tate Banker, center; Mayson Woodard, guard; Brody Mahan defensive end; Antonio Vega; linebacker; Peter Krahn, outside linebacker; and Lucas Morrison, safety.

Second-team recipients included: Anthanie Whitman, running back and cornerback; Brody Mahan, tight end; Luis Mendez, guard; Kendal Wolfe, defensive end; and Deon Morris, safety.

Honorable mentions included Nick Ottmo, wide receiver; Hudson Stroud, wide receiver; and Brady Banker, offensive

tackle, for district runnerup Honey Grove (9-3, 5-1), which with an area-round trip made its first postseason advance since 2019’s sameround trip.

The Warriors will remain in 2023 in 9-2A-I with AlbaGolden, Bogota Rivercrest, Como-Pickton, Cooper, Quinlan Boles and Wolfe City.

In 2022, Cooper (13-1, 6-0) won the district and reached the Region III-2A-I final, while third-place Wolfe City and fourth-place Rivercrest each exited the postseason in the bi-district round.

Fannindel’s Dowdy, Cuba, Dugan net two top 9-1A-II football squad spots

By Rich Hilliard

Jabari Dowdy, Ke’monte Cuba and Kazion Dugan each earned two first-team selections to lead Fannindel in the All-District 9-1AII football awards for 2022.

Dowdy, a senior, received top-team notoriety at quarterback and on the defensive line; Cuba, a junior, at running back and linebacker; and Du-

gan, a junior, as a utility and defensive back for Fannindel, a bi-district finalist.

Freshman Kalob Runnels also made the first team as a wide receiver for the Falcons (5-6, 2-1), who last month made their sixth-straight trip to the six-man postseason.

Second-team selections included juniors Ashton Smith at nose guard and spread center and

Edgar Lopez as a utility back and wide receiver and Runnels as a safety for Fannindel, which advanced as the district runner-up.

Junior Lucas Moreland also earned an honorable mention on the defensive line for the Falcons, who will remain in 2023 in 9-1A-II with Apple Springs, Trinidad and Oakwood, the latter the 2022 district champion and a State semifinalist.

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Landon Dyer, the district coach of the year last season.

Dodd City senior Autumn Brown drives with the basket on Nov. 29.

Dodd City freshman Addison Weeks gets away a pass on Nov. 29 to senior teammate Lindsey Mauppin (12).

Dodd City senior Lindsey Mauppin (12) drives with the basketball on Nov. 29.

Dodd City head girls’ basketball coach Landon Dyer (right) and assistant Lindsay Carter Giles (left) watch the Lady Hornets from the sideline on Nov. 29.

Dodd City junior Kaylen Atchley reaches upward to grab a rebound on Dec. 3.

Dodd City junior Addyson Chaney’s (left) defensive effort forces a pass on Nov. 29 as Blue Ridge attempts to move the basketball up court.

Dodd City junior Natally Medina drives to the basket on Nov. 29.

Alli Kirkpatrick.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Aubri Pendergrass. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Texas Crop and Weather Report

Reagan Noland, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension agronomist, San Angelo, said the recent storm systems delivered good moisture throughout most of the region. Most locations received 2-3 inches, with some catching up to 4 inches of rainfall.

Noland said the moisture will help planted wheat and any cover crops planted by producers in the region.

“Everyone got rain. It was slow and was able to soak in, and the winter crops will cer-

tainly benefit from the moisture,” he said. “We are still in a deficit for the year, but we are in much better shape than two months ago.”

Much of the Rolling Plains received 1-2 inches of rain that has improved soil moisture conditions in wheat fields, said Emi Kimura, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension agronomist, Vernon. The rains helped moisture conditions but hindered the region’s cotton and peanut harvests.

Kimura said the moisture should sustain the wheat crop through December but that additional rains will be needed into January and February. Most producers utilize the wheat for grazing and decide in late February whether to continue utilizing fields as forage or taking the crop to grain.

“A lot of producer decisions regarding wheat will come down to weather and grain prices going forward,” she said. “But so far, so good. At

least there is some optimism. It was depressing to talk about any crop a few months ago because it was so dry.”

Larry Stein, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension horticulture specialist, Uvalde, said much of the Winter Garden region of Texas received much-needed moisture from multiple precipitation-producing systems over the last 10 days. Recent precipitation started with days of drizzly conditions followed by a good rain.

Much of the region had not received significant moisture since the August rains that dried quickly under triple-digit temperatures and high winds, Stein said. Water tank and pond levels remained a concern, but producer optimism

about wheat and winter forages is higher.

Stein said the moisture will help the spectrum of plant life from trees and landscape plants to pastures and crops in the field. Many producers planted wheat and ryegrass before the rainfall and that the moisture could influence future plantings.

“It was as dry as I have ever seen it after that August rain,” he said. “It dried out so quickly and was very dry and hot. It’s no longer powder dry. People talk about getting a milliondollar rain, well this one was probably a billion-dollar rain.”

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Soil moisture was short to adequate. Rainfall amounts were 2-6 inches across the district

with some flooding in low-lying areas and very muddy field conditions. Winter wheat was planted and emerging well. Hay feeding continued. Winter pastures were planted early and emerging well. Livestock looked to be in good condition going into winter months.

EAST

The district received large amounts of rain. Ponds and creeks were filling. Pasture and rangeland conditions were fair to good. Subsoil and topsoil conditions were adequate.

Livestock were in fair to good condition with supplemental feeding taking place. Wild pig damage was severe in some areas as they were flushed out of the bottoms by recent rains.