5-9-23 Leader E-Edition

Children’s Center Celebrates 30 Years of Serving Children

drove more than 9,000 miles in her volunteer work over the years.

Cody Shook with the Savoy Police Department was selected as the Multidisciplinary Team Member of the Year for

the Children’s Advocacy Center. Members of the multidisciplinary team, which includes professionals from CPS, law enforcement, prosecution, medical and mental health, nominated and voted on the team member of the year. Assistant District Attorney Jessica Arnold and CPS investigator Shaterra Gunn were recognized for being finalists for the team member of the year award too. CPS Investigator Cody Trauer’s service dog Mathew received the “Goodest Boy Award” for bringing joy everywhere he goes.

Keira Prior was named the Children’s Center Volunteer of the Year. Volunteer Coordinator Kesly Chacon described how Prior volunteers with the annual School Supply and Christmas Drives and other ways around the office. Her cheerful smile and willingness to help get tasks completed in the Rainbow Rooms and around the center are greatly appreciated.

Executive Director Sandy Barber recognized current and previous board members and staff members of the Children’s Center as well as presented four Community Partner Awards. These awards were given to Fannin Bank, TXB/McCraw Oil, Glaser Family Charitable Foundation and 336th District Judge Blake. Each of these award winners have been dedicated partners with the Children’s Center in the pursuit of their mission of promoting safety and improving the lives of abused and neglected children and have helped the center reach its 30 year milestone.

Jenna Quinn was the guest speaker for the evening. She is a survivor of child sexual abuse who benefitted from a Children’s Advocacy Center in Texas. She shared some of her personal story and thanked all who were in attendance for the role they play in helping victims of abuse to recover. Quinn is also the namesake for “Jenna’s laws” which were first passed in 2009 in Texas to require child sexual abuse prevention education for students, teachers and caregivers.

The award-winning Bonham High School Choir, which recently returned from a trip to Nashville, entertained guests with a variety of songs at the beginning of the celebration. Paris Health Care Express provided a photo booth for guests. The catered dinner was served by the board members of the Children’s Center.

For more information about the Children’s Center, go to www.FanninCCC.org.

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The Bonham Cotton Mill

By Malinda Allison, Fannin County Museum of History

The 14th in a series of articles for the 175th Anniversary of Bonham

The Bonham Cotton Mill was organized in 1900 by nine Bonham directors acting for 192 local stockholders. “Bonham’s people invested in the mill, Bonham people operated it, and Bonham people were employed by it.” Its payroll touched almost every business in Bonham for 70 years.

The facility was located where the Powder Creek Park is today.

The high smokestack vented the smoke from coal until 1912, when electricity came. Water came from Powder Creek to create steam, necessary to maintain high humidity required for the textile operations.

An important piece of the history of the Cotton Mill is that 50 tenant houses for workers were built along South Fifth and South Sixth streets and

the cross streets in between.

Some were ready by 1901. At some point the Mill allowed the workers to purchase the homes.

The 1910 census lists 196 residents working at the Cotton Mill. This figure remained stable for 30 years.

The mill was sold to Consolidated Textile Corporation in 1920. Included in the sale were 46 tenant houses. Consolidated Textile became bankrupt a few months after the stock market crash in 1929, and mill closed in 1930.

Bonham Cotton Mills was re-chartered as a Texas corporation in 1931. Financing from local people and a Dallas trust allowed the mill to reopen.

“Nearly 200 People Will Be Put Back to Work with a $10,000 Monthly Payroll.” Employees would return to work full-time, five and one-half days a week.

The plant would require 10,000

bales of cotton to be purchased annually. The Bonham Daily Favorite described the mill as “the only plant in Texas or west of the Mississippi River that manufactures light sheeting . . . It is also the largest textile plant in Texas.” “It is no small matter to secure a plant that will give employment to two hundred people and spend ten thousand dollars a month in salaries alone.”

The photos show Cotton Mill employees in 1938.

During World War II orders for heavy fabric dramatically expanded production and the mill had 24 hour operations. By 1950 it was the largest light sheeting mill west of the Mississippi River, with 350 employees. There were three shifts daily for continuous 24 hour running time. It was for decades the major employer in Bonham.

A large story on the Cotton Mill was in the Bonham Daily Favorite on May 8, 1950. It reported on employees who had worked at the mill for between 25 and more than 40 years, with three women who had worked there for 49 years.

The operation continued un-

til bankruptcy was declared in 1970. According to a former employee, the employees were able to find work in several local sewing manufacturing companies and others were near retirement age. Many had been able to purchase their mill houses or owned their own

homes.

The community and the mill operated a free kindergarten for fifty years. It was begun in 1907 by Mrs. E. F. White and Mrs. P. B. Weaks, members of the First Methodist Church in a private residence. Later the mill supervised the construction of a permanent facility. Children from the entire town were accepted, and tuition was charged to those who could afford it.

When it closed in 1957 it was estimated that 2,000 children had attended.

In 1950 it was reported that the Bonham Cotton Mill used as much as 43% of all electrical power sold in Bonham and was the largest user of water and natural gas. During the summer months more Cokes were sold at its commissary than at any other place in Bonham.

[Note: This article is primarily derived from the work of Beverly Christian and especially her article in the East Texas Historical Journal. Photos are from the Fannin County Museum of History. The Museum has much information and many photographs about the Cotton Mill in its Photo Database which can be accessed at www.fannincountymuseum. org]

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Beware Of Thorns

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

Jesus spoke many parables.

One of the Lord’s most famous parables is the ‘parable of the sower.’ He explains the parable by saying “The ‘seed’ is the word of God” (Luke 8:11). He talks of four kinds of soil: the pathway, the rocky soil, the thorny soil, and the good soil. Matthew, Mark, and Luke record this same parable.

Jesus said that some seed “fell among thorns; and the thorns sprung up, and choked them” (Matthew 13:7). The Savior explains that “He also that received seed among the thorns is he that heareth the word; and the care of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, choke the word, and he becometh unfruitful” (Matthew 13:22). Mark records additionally that

Sunday Morning Retake “Peace, Be Still”

Hello everyone!

The Bible tells us in Deuteronomy 31:6, “Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.”

As you well know, we all face storms from time to time in our lives. We must put our faith and our trust in the Lord, and when we do, He will see us through these trying times. That is one thing that we know for certain during these uncertain times in which we live. As Peter tells us in 1 Peter 5:7, we are to cast our cares upon Him because He loves us and very deeply cares for us.

As I’ve said before, one thing I love about doing my research for these articles is I am always finding new and interesting hymns that I either haven’t heard before or heard of. This one was written by Godfrey Thring in 1861.

“Fierce raged the tempest, o’er the deep, anxious disciples watch did keep; but you were wrapped in guileless sleep, calm and still.” “Save, us, we perish!” was their cry. “Save us or we will surely die!”

Your word above the storm rose high: “Peace! be still.”

“The wild winds hushed; the angry deep fell, like a little child, to sleep; the sullen billows ceased to leap, at your will.”

“So, when our life is clouded o’er, and storm-winds drift us from the shore, say, lest we sink to rise no more, “Peace! be still.”

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“the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful” (Mark 4:19). Luke includes that the “pleasures of this life” choke the word (Luke 8:14). Christ is warning us not to let this world get in the way of serving God. We can become so burdened with the cares of this life, that the word of God in our lives is choked and we fail to have time for spiritual matters. Jesus told the sister of Lazarus, “Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things: But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part” (Luke 10:41-42).

Again, we are warned about the deceitfulness of riches. The desire to be rich can choke out the word of God in our lives. Paul pens the Lord’s message that “they that will be

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rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition” (1 Timothy 6:9). Members of the congregation in Laodicea said, “I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing” and didn’t realize that spiritually they were “wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked” (Revelation 3:17).

The pleasures of this life and the lust of other things can easily choke out the word of God. Jesus said that we are to “seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness” (Matthew 6:33).

Let us beware of thorns. We must strive to be “doers of the word, and not hearers only” (James 1:22). We must stay focused on things that are spiritual “that the word of the Lord may have free course” in our lives.

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Assembly of God

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

Baptist

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

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

Baptist

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

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 (615) 448-8802

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

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

West Shady Grove Baptist Church 13665 East Line Road Trenton, TX

Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street

Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215

Christian First Christian Church of Bonham 701 N Main Street Bonham, TX 75418 903.583.2227

Congregational

First Congregational Church-corner of Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-449-4914

Episcopal

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 (972) 880-1412

Lutheran

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

Methodist

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

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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

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

Catholic

St. Elizabeth Catholic Church corner of 10th & Maple Bonham, TX office 903-583-7734

Church of Christ

Church of Christ Leonard, Texas 75452 (903) 587-2229

Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar St. Ector, Texas 903-961-3155

Non-Denominational Golden Gospel Church 4435 County Road 2610 in Bonham, Texas (903) 227-8527

Greater Joy Fellowship Hwy. 121 & W 13th, Bonham, TX (meeting in First Con. Methodist Church Bldg. Sun. 5 PM)

Pentecostal

Honey Grove Church Of Christ - 403 W. Main St. Honey Grove, 903-227-2606 SR Church P.C.G. 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 640-3025

Ivanhoe Church of Christ P.O. Box 322290 CR 2040 Ivanhoe, TX 75447

Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996

Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W Bonham 903 583 3989

Northside Church of Christ 2020 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3484

Oak Ridge Church of Christ 10368 E FM 1550 Ladonia, Texas 75449 903 583 0849

Savoy Church of Christ P.O. Box 212 Savoy, (903) 965-7344

Church of God

Bonham Living Word Church of God- 699 E Hwy82 Bonham,TX 75418 Phone: (903) 583-5655

Lannius Church of God 2803 Hwy 897 Dodd City, TX 75438 903-623-3007

Presbyterian

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

United Pentecostal

Bonham Community Church 347 FM 273 Bonham, TX 228-563-0423 Gathering

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

Lee Jackson, Pastor Cell: 903.505.4124

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Fannin County Commissioners Court –Traditions & Discussions

By Rose Schwartz

Tuesday, May 2, 2023, Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham called to order at 8:50 a.m., a Special Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Quorum was established with himself and all County Commissioners present.

2. Hear comments regarding proposed Ordinance Prohibiting Solid Waste Disposal in Fannin County: After Judge Cunningham read the agenda item, he called for public comments. Pete Phillips of Leonard came to the podium to give his reasons for his opposition to the ordinance. He noted his belief that it would make it nearly impossible for a landfill to be in Fannin County and would cause the cost of housing being built in the county to go up as housing contractors would have to pay a higher price to haul debris to landfills located in distant locales. There were no other speakers.

3. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 8:59 a.m.

Shortly after the Special Meeting adjourned, Judge Cunningham called to order at 9:00 a.m., the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. After Judge Cunningham noted Quorum was established, Pastor Kevin Towery of Allen’s Point Baptist Church led an Invocation. Pledges were led by Major James Manis, retired. There were no Introductions.

5. Public Forum: Fannin County Network Administrator Dustin Morrow spoke to advise attendees of assisted listening devices available for those having difficulty with hearing what was being said in court. After Mr. Morrow’s announcement, a citizen of Telephone spoke to exhort court officials to speak into their microphones so all who are listening can understand what is being said.

6. Presentation of Bois d’Arc Pens to the 2023 re-elected and newly elected officials by David Keene – County Judge for David Keene: Fannin

County Resident David Keene thanked the court for allowing him to carry out what has become over the years, a Fannin County Tradition (full story of this tradition can be found in the 8/2/2022 online edition of the Leader) of presenting Bois d’Arc pens to newly elected officials though it was later in the year than what has been customary. A photo was taken with Mr. Keene and the recently elected/re-elected officials.

7. Discussion, consideration and action to approve payment of bills – County Judge for County Auditor: After Sherry with the Fannin County Auditor’s office noted the amount needing approval was $440,559.39, Commissioner Lane made the motion to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

8. Discussion, consideration and action to approve request from Legend Bank to release the following over pledged Securities: (1) Cusip# 836809LW1, S. Buda TX WC&ID #1, $290,000.00, (2) Cusip# 3133KYU98, FR #RC1597, $2,000,000.00, (3) Cusip# 3133KYVN6, FR #RB5121, $3,000,000.00 and (4) Cusip# 3133KYV48, FR #RB5135, $1,000,000.00 –County Judge for County Treasurer: Fannin County Treasurer David Woodson first explained why this is done once or twice a year before a motion was made by Commissioner Kopf to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

9. Discussion, consideration and action to approve minutes from 04/18/2023 (S) and 04/24/2023 (R) – County Judge for County Clerk: A motion was made by Commissioner Lane to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

10. Discussion, consideration and action to allow City of Windom to install cameras on the pole located at the Justice of the Peace and Constable Precinct 3 property at no cost to the County – County

Judge for JP 3: JP Kenny Karl explained why this is needed and affirm that the City of Windom will be covering the costs. Dustin Morrow added his comments to assure the court of the feasibility of this action. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

11. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Ordinance Prohibiting Solid Waste Disposal in Fannin County – County Judge: After some discussion which included a statement by Mr. Phillips who spoke during the special meeting, Judge Cunningham reiterated the goal of preventing Fannin County from being forced to take on garbage from the metroplex and neighboring counties. He cited advice from TAC (Texas Association of Counties) of this being the best way to protect Fannin County from the unpleasantries of having a landfill located in an undesirable location to residents. Two Commissioners stated their support of this action before a motion was made by Commissioner Kopf to adopt the Ordinance with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

12. Discussion, consideration and action and action to approve final Plat for The Peninsula on County Road 2730 in Honey Grove; 123.79 acres, 75 lots, Property ID#s 128039, 128038, 120501, 121991, 78166 and 78172 –Commissioner Precinct 3 for Development Services Director: Fannin County Development Services Director Di Hopkins spoke to give her reasons for her recommendation for approval. After she spoke, Paul Ivy asked to look at the plats before calling into question content on them that in his legal opinion, need to be changed for them to be compliant with Fannin County Subdivision requirements. After some discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve the plats

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13. Discussion, consideration and action to approve final plat for The Shores at The Peninsula on County Road 2730 in Honey Grove; 114.23 acres, 63 lots, Property ID#s 79616, 79617, 79612 and 113834 – Commissioner Precinct 3 for Development Services Director: Same as agenda #12.

14. Discussion, consideration and action to approve replat of Long Prairie Estates on County Road 4145 in Bonham; 6 lots on

15.154 acres, Property ID#s 99815, 128104, 128105, 128106, 128107 and 128108 – Commissioner Precinct 2 for Development Services Director: Di Hopkins explained the reasons for this action being needed and stated her recommendation for approval. A motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

15. Discussion, consideration and action to renew 3-month leases with Brazos Trailer for Belly Dump Trailers for all four precincts; $1,500.00

each precinct – Commissioner Precinct 2 for Purchasing Agent: Commissioner Magness made the motion to renew with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

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L to R: Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham, Fannin Commissioner A.J. Self, JP Precinct 2 Bob Clemons, JP Precinct 3 Kenny Karl, Fannin County Court at Law Judge Charles Butler, Fannin County Citizen David Keene, Fannin County Clerk Tammy Biggar, Fannin County Treasurer David Woodson, Fannin County District Clerk April Gibbs, JP Precinct 1 Louise Goodwater and Fannin County Commissioner Doug Kopf. Photo by Rose Schwartz

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DC senior Weeks overcomes health issue, plays in third-straight State tennis tourney

4/4/23

By Rich Hilliard

BONHAM -- It took the Covid-19 worldwide pandemic to truncate Austin Weeks' freshman season of high school tennis at Dodd City.

It took the reoccurrence last month of a recent personal health issue to almost do likewise to his senior campaign.

"I had had it for the first time over the summer," said Weeks of rhabdomyolysis.

"I played my third game that day," he said, "and I started to cramp.

"The first time it happened; it had scared me -- to the point that I took a couple of months off -- and it hadn't happened again."

Weeks' senior season had mirrored his sophomore and junior campaigns. He repeated as the District 23-1A champion in boys' singles -- and looked en route to winning his third-straight regional championship.

However, after winning his third match this year at

the Region III-1A Boys' Tournament, his body cramps and muscle spasms returned. He had to forgo playing in the regional championship match. An almost two-day stay ensued in an emergency room where he received IV fluids, according to a Facebook post by his mom, Candace Weeks.

The senior would still play in the Class 1A State Tournament for a third-straight season -- but instead as the Region III-1A runner-up in boys' singles.

"I really wanted to win first in the region," said Weeks. "I knew [if I did] I wouldn't have to play the No. 1 seed.

"My hopes were high," he said. "I seemed capable of getting to the championship if I had gotten first place [at the regional].

"Going into this year, I had high expectations. I really wanted to go all the way -- that's what everybody wants."

Simultaneously, Weeks had concerns about another appearance of rhabdomyolysis "I thought, going into

State, that it might happen again ...," said Weeks. "My dad (Dillon Weeks) helped me push that away."

The Dodd City senior started off well against Camden Sperry of Happy on Aprl 25 in the 1A State boys' singles quarterfinals. He won the first set 6-2 -- equating his first win at the State level -before losing the next two, 6-2, 6-1.

"I sat after I won. I got so excited. I may have gotten over confident," said Weeks. "In the second set ... his serves started to go in ... They were the fastest I've seen. He got into my head.

"Dad said I looked gassed -- maybe not recovered fully from what had happened at regionals," he said. "Normally, I'm not exhausted after I play.

"After that [match], I had to sit. I was sore and weak. I hadn't recovered fully."

Playing For The Quarters: Bonham s'ball returns to playoffs, extends stay after rare miss in '22

By Rich Hilliard

BONHAM -- A return to the softball playoffs after a rare absence initially looked shortlived when Bonham dropped the first game of its Region II3A bi-district series.

Junior Reyleigh Shockley took the circle at home before noon on April 29 for Game 2 of the best-of-three -- the Lady Warriors needed a win to prolong their postseason return.

"All I did was hit my spots," said Shockley. "I knew after the first game that Paris Chisum could not hit outside pitches. I got them to all dink the ball, that helped out and I worked with my team since Chisum was fast on the bases. We talked about what to do.

"I didn't want my junior season to end by giving up a lot of runs," she said. "I really did it for my team."

Bonham won Game 2 at home, 4-1, and, later that day, posted a 1-0 win at Nevada Community over Chisum in the decisive series contest -- to have a reason to still be practicing as May arrived.

"The kids showed up, eliminated mistakes [made in the 9-3 first game loss] and hit the ball," said Bonham manager Micky Englutt.

"On the defensive side, for Reyleigh to give up zero earned runs all day in 14 innings is really phenomenal," said Englutt. "She did an awesome job and the defense

with her.

"We stepped up. Sometimes kids surcome -- ours didn't."

The bi-district win advanced Bonham to a series against Whitesboro, putting the Lady Warriors in the area round for the first time since 2019 -- with a chance to reach their first regional quarterfinals since making their third of three-consecutive trips in 2018.

"It feels great not having the season end so fast," said senior Sarah Wrape, first baseman, pitcher, Independence Community College signee -and a part of Bonham's 2021 bi-district finalist team. "This group is underestimated and nobody thinks we can go far; it's nice to prove them wrong."

"I think all our hard work we have put in has helped out this season," said senior catcher

Aisly Andrew. "We believe that we can and never give up." The bi-district series also ended the final full week of April which began with Bonham, Bells, Gunter and Pottsboro in a season-ending four-way tie for the 11-3A championship -- the Lady Warriors' first title share since 2017. Bonham beat Pottsboro, 5-2, on April 24 in one ensuing play-in, lost a coin flip with Bells and advanced as the district's No. 2 seed.

"It was a stressful long week for sure, with lots of unknowns," said Englutt. "I felt like, from when we finished district, that we stood a good chance at getting one of the top two seeds -- that would put us in a good position to be successful."

Shockley's efforts in the final two games of the bi-district series likewise continued her successful junior season in the circle.

"She's done this all year," said Englutt. "She has a 1.11 earned run average -- that's the No. 1 all-time Bonham High School best. Mackenzie Downs [a 2018 graduate and four-year starter] had a 1.59. "When you are an athlete like Downs, that tells you what a quality year you have had," he said. "Reyleigh's a heck of a pitcher -- her 186 strikeouts and 19 wins in a season each put her fourth in BHS history.

"She's been phenomenal in the pitcher's circle."

Despite not advancing deeper into the State event, Weeks' success the last three seasons has coincided with the resurrection of the sport at Dodd City -- where, as a sophomore and junior, he equated the school's only entrant in the annual district tournament.

"This year, Dodd City almost had a full team at district and my little sister (Addison) got to regionals [as a freshman]," said Weeks. "I’m excited for her. The girl who beat her [at regionals] went to State. It's a good start for her.

"Coach (Landon) Dyer helped me get into tournaments," he added, regarding Dodd City's second-year tennis coach. "He did a great job."

While Weeks has no plans to play competitively again after graduation this month, he won't shy from courts. "I'll play against my sister," said Weeks. "I think she has a great chance to go to State. "If she does that," he said. "I'll feel accomplished."

Meanwhile, he said Bonham's offense has improved over last season -- when a lack of a season-ending tiebreaker with Bells for fourth place stopped the Lady Warriors' postseason streak at 12.

"The kids all throughout the lineup have come through all year," said Englutt. "There's not been one spot where you wondered if we were capable of producing a run."

The offense has come from a mix of veterans and newcomers.

Through April 30, he noted Shockley "as pushing a .500" batting average," with the returning Wrape and Andrew being amongst those hitting .400 or better.

Freshman right fielder Emely Alfaro had a .518 batting average -- and a .600 on-basepercentage in 100 at bats.

Englutt also noted freshman Gray Lancaster for having driven in a run from the bottom of the llineup and her play at second base.

"She has filled an infield position I wasn't sure how she'd handle," said Englutt. "She has gotten better weekly.

"It's has been a fun and exciting year," he said. "This group shows up and has a good time. It's a special group. They are a laid back group -- it's more about having fun than winning for them.

"I'm awfully proud. To be 24-9 overall is amazing. I would have never expected this."

Bonhi baseball alum Reaves nets '23 Region XIV South Zone POY

By Rich Hilliard

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Reaves has been named the 2023 Region XIV South Zone Conference Player of the Year for his first-season efforts for Blinn College baseball.

Reaves, a Louisiana State University commit, during the regular season equated a statistical team leader with 86 hits, 64 runs batted in, 12 home runs -- and a 1.190 onbase percentage plus slugging percentage.

Through May 1, Reaves, a 2022 redshirt at Grayson College with whom he originally signed, boasted a .413 batting average, with 31 walks, 18 doubles and three triples, to go with 14 stolen bases.

As a senior, Reaves garnered the District 11-3A defensive most valuable player award for Bonham, which with a bi-district advance made its ninth postseason trip in the then last 10 completed seasons.

He additionally, his high school senior season, earned an all-state honorable mention in Class 3A at shortstop from the Texas Sports Writers Association and made the Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association 3A elite all-star team at the position for 2021.

Dodd City's Austin Weeks.

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Bonham manager Micky Englutt congratulates Alayna Laisy at third base during the Lady Warriors' 4-1 win on April 29 of Game 2 at home during their Region II-3A bidistrict softball series against Paris Chisum.

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16. Discussion, consideration and action to purchase a new truck bed, ST Model, from 271 Trailers LLC in Paris; $6,800.00 from Purchase of Equipment (240624-5710) – Commissioner Precinct 4: Commission Kopf explained why this is needed before making the motion to purchase with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

17. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Facilities Coordinator staffing – County Judge: Judge Cunningham expounded on the resignation of the Facilities Coordinator and the need for his replacement before the question was asked by Bonham resident Rusty Deets on whether the county should be hiring anyone new in light of the recently discovered budget shortfall. After more discussion on what is actually needed (part-time and/or full-time position/positions to be filled), a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to begin the process to post for and interview candidates with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

18. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Resolution implementing a seven percent (7%) Hotel Occupancy Tax in the Unincorporated areas of Fannin County – County Judge: Judge Cunningham expounded on how more revenue is needed by the county and the sensibility of having visitors enjoying the assets of our county, pay for the use of those assets. After some discussion, Commissioner Lane made the motion to approve the resolu-

tion with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

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19. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Order authorizing the sale of fireworks in Fannin County for Memorial Day during the period of May 24, 2023, thru May 29, 2023 at midnight –County Judge: A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

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20. Discussion, consideration and action to nominate Commissioner Self to replace Dean Lackey as the Fannin County Representative to the Sulphur River Regional Mobility Authority – Commissioner Precinct

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Sean Pate explained how five years ago Fannin County was invited to be a part of this Regional Mobility Authority and explained how it works with the state for long range transportation needs in different regions. He used an example of the recent expansion of Hwy 24 and the current expansion project from Honey Grove to Paris of Hwy 82. He noted the future big-ticket item being the continued expansion of Hwy 121 and funding through federal transportation and state dollars. After his explanation of how this requires future participation of the county and the city of Bonham, he noted that he and Commissioner Lackey were the two Fannin County representatives. With Mr. Lackey’s departure, a replacement of an advisory participant from Fannin County has become necessary. After some discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed without Commissioner Self’s vote to avoid

21. Discussion, consideration and action regarding moving furniture in 2nd floor courtroom – Commissioner Precinct 3: Commissioner Magness began a discussion about the problem of damage being done to the floor due to tables and other furniture being moved to accommodate jury activity in the courtroom. After an in-depth discussion regarding courtroom problems and possible solutions with input from Fannin County Bailiff Joe McIntyre, various citizens of Fannin County and JP Louise Goodwater, Judge Cunningham decided to pass on action at this time.

Judge Cunningham explaining their support. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Magness and passed unanimously.

23. Discussion, consideration and action regarding landscaping cleanup at the County Clerk/District Attorney offices – County Judge for County Auditor: This item was passed on.

24. Discussion regarding Subdivision Policy – County Judge: No further discussion was had on this.

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29. Discussion regarding Fannin County road issues

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22. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Riverside Homebuilders’ request for letter of support to create a Municipal Utility District (MUD) in Leonard – County Judge: Land Manager Landon Darwin with Riverside Homebuilders apprised the court of his company and their current Fannin County project. Calling the court’s attention to pictures, he provided, that illustrates the proposed development that will include homes from the $450,000 to $600,000 range. He noted once the project is completed, the tax revenue the county can expect. After a discussion regarding utility services and the pros & cons of MUDs near cities and specifically the MUD Riverside Homebuilders are proposing, Judge Cunningham commented on Riverside’s work with Leonard in this endeavor and noted that he did not see any red flags. After more discussion Judge Cunningham asked the commissioners for a motion. Commissioner Self made the motion for the court to sign the letter of support for the creation of the MUD with an amendment suggested by

25. Discussion regarding Courthouse repairs – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted there is work still needing to be done and is contingent on further discussion.

26 Discussion regarding Justice Center – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted some designs are still in discussion. Citizen Molly Hayes of Tulip asked if the floorplans, once completed, will be made public for feedback to be had from residents of the county. Judge Cunningham advised Ms. Hayes that the floor plans were available for her view if she wished to get with his Administrative Assistant Lisa Loiselle. Ms. Hayes also questioned the availability of historical county record books.

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27. Discussion regarding County Budget and Revenue sources – County Judge: Judge Cunningham touched on the hope that there will be an increase of incoming revenue that will offset the budget shortfall discussed in previous meetings. He noted there is an ongoing effort to scrutinize and obtain money owed to the county through various means without having to raise taxes on the citizenry.

28. Discussion regarding water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: Judge Cunningham restated

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Projects are underway to provide top-notch fishing and sightseeing at the future Lake Ralph Hall, including plans for a fishing jetty. The planned jetty will be around 200 feet long and provide access for fishermen and visitors without a boat and will offer opportunities for sightseeing out on the lake. It will be located east of Hwy 34 at the northern part of the lake.

This fishing jetty will require its own embankment and will be stabilized on both sides to protect it from wave action. The top will be finished with an appropriate walking surface. A portion of the funding for the jetty is being provided through a $250,000 grant that Texas Parks and Wildlife received from Bass Pro Shops. In addition to the jetty, progress on fish habitat structures continues in key areas of the lake bottom. Much of the logs from the cleared areas are be-

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and Wildlife will stock forage species, such as bluegill sunfish, gizzard shad and threadfin shad. They will also stock black and white crappie, and channel and blue catfish for additional fishing opportunities in the future.

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– County Judge: Judge Cunningham commented on an issue raised in the previous Commissioners Court by Citizen Jason Walker of the possible illegality of county work done on a certain road leading to a cemetery. He went over all the reasons why, after he researched this, he determined that not only was the Commissioner’s action lawful, but that Commissioner Lane was right to have the work done. He concluded by stating he will always welcome and investigate any comments or questions from citizens on issues of concern to them.

30. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Lane voiced appreciation for those attending today’s court and

the great discussions had, requested patience on road work being done and wished all a great week. Commissioner Self thanked everyone for their attendance, thanked all for allowing him to serve the county and wished everyone a great week. Commissioner Magness also noted his appreciation for great discussions. Commissioner Kopf thanked everyone for coming and for all the discussions. He noted though everyone may not always agree, at the end of the day we’re on the same team, commented on progress in his precinct and wished all a good day. Judge Cunningham thanked David Keene for his pen, noting how he is an asset to the community. He concluded by hoping everyone enjoys the great weather and wished God’s blessings on all. 31. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 11:07 a.m.

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Children’s Center

Kelly LeBrun is the CASA Volunteers of the Year, she is pictured with CASA Program Director Julie Luton (right) and CASA Advocate Supervisor Katie King (left).

Kiera Prior (right) is the Children’s Center Volunteer of the Year, she is pictured with Kesly Chacon, Volunteer Coordinator.

Cody Shook of the Savoy Police Department was selected by the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) of the Children’s Advocacy Center as the MDT Member of the Year.

Shaterra Gunn, CPS Investigator, and Jessica Arnold, Assistant District Attorney were finalists for the MDT Member of the Year award. They are pictured with MDT Coordinator Cailee Rangel.

Service Dog Mathew received the Goodest Boy Award for all of the joy he brings to the Children’s Advocacy Center. His handler is Cody Trauer, CPS Investigator.

Archie Hood accepted the Community Partner Award for Fannin Bank from Sandy Barber, Executive Director of the Children’s Center

Cindy Bankston, Jim and Raynell Glaser accepted the Community Partner Award for the Glaser Family Charitable Foundation.

336th District Judge Lauri Blake received a Community Partner Award for her dedication to victims of child abuse.

Bill Wilson and Sherry Capehart accepted the Community Partner Award for TXB and McCraw Oil and Propane.

Jenna Quinn is a survivor of child sexual abuse, an advocate for prevention education and the namesake of “Jenna’s Laws.” She was the inspirational guest speaker at the event who illustrated why the work and the mission of the Children’s Center and the work of the volunteers and partners is so important to victims of abuse.

Bonham High School choir sang many songs at the beginning of the Children’s Center’s 30th Anniversary Celebration.

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ERIC CHARLES KAVANAUGH

Ivanhoe, Texas: Eric Charles Kavanaugh passed away suddenly at his home on April 1,2023.

Eric was born October 24, 1963 to Charles William Kavanaugh and Shirley Dean (Crawley) Kavanaugh in Bonham, Texas. He was raised in Mulberry and farmed there for a majority of his life. Eric married Rhonda (Miller) Kavanaugh on November 7,1982 and were married 40 years at the time of his passing.

Eric worked for Kelso Technologies at the time of his passing. Eric had a knowledge and passion for horses passed on from his dad. He enjoyed working outside in the garden, training horses and also trips to the Casino with his wife. Eric is survived by his wife Rhonda of Ivanhoe. Daughters Shasta Kavanaugh of Ivanhoe and Chelsie Kavanaugh of Ivanhoe. Mother Shirley Kavanaugh of Mulberry, sisters Sherry (James) Minnick, Karen (Jerry) Williams, Mother-inLaw Martha Miller, brother-in-law Craig (Vickie) Miller as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Eric was preceded in death by his father Charles Kavanaugh, grandparents, Uncle Bill Crawley, Aunt Lavonne and husband Bill May, father-in-law Jack Miller and his beloved canine sidekick Newt. Per his wishes there were no services. He was cremated under the direction of Cooper Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, Texas.

VINCENT EDWARD COX

Vincent Edward Cox, 60, of Sandusky, Texas was called to his eternal home on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.

Vince was born in Sherman, Texas on April 2, 1963 to Leldon Edward and Barbara Ann (Bostic) Cox. He worked as a transport driver for J&P Transport. Vince enjoyed riding motorcycles and was an Abate member and advocated for motorcyclists’ rights and the right to not wear helmets. He is survived by his wife, Holley Cox of Sandusky; son, Colton Cox and wife, Colette; daughter, Caitlin Newkirk and husband, Tanner; daughter, Allysa Gallaway and husband, David; son, John Acker and wife, Alexis; son, Dakota Acker and wife, Ariel; mother, Barbara Cox, brother, Chuck Cox and wife, Cheryl; sister, Athena Chaney and husband, Ricky; grandchildren, Krystofer, Coraline, Victoria, Gracie, Emma, David Jr., Joseph, Charlie Ann, Avery Rae, Aiden, beloved pets, Josey, Scarlett, Jasper, Purll, Bonnie, Poncho, and Foster, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Vince was preceded in death by his wife, Rea Ann Cox, father, Leldon Cox, paternal grandparents, Glen and Laudean Cox, maternal grandparents, Martin and Sarah Bostic, fatherin-law, Tattoo Mike Marsden, and mother-in-law, Julie Gipson. Funeral services honoring Vince were held at 2:00 PM on Monday, May 8, 2023 at Meador Funeral Home in Whitesboro. Interment had followed at Oakwood Cemetery in Whitesboro. A time of visitation for family and friends was held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Serving as Pallbearers were Colton Cox, George Guffee, Garry Lily, Jeff Oliver, John Watson and Chuck Cox. Honorary Pallbearers were Ken Schmitz, Tony Gibson, Dino Viles, Caleb Cox, Clayton Cox and Ridge Chaney. To sign the online registry, please go to www.meadorfuneral.com.

JOHN PAUL PARKER

John Paul Parker, age 81, of Bonham, TX was born on November 26, 1941 in Denison, TX to William and Ann (Wortham) Parker Miller. John passed away on Monday, May 1, 2023 in Denison, TX.

John married Patricia “Pat” Ann (Redman) Parker on September 9, 1961 in Denison, TX; they celebrated 61 years of marriage before Pat passed away on October 4, 2022. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend.

John served honorably in the United States Navy from 19611965. He drove for Melton Truck Lines (the running rabbit) for 10 years, before selling new and used cars for himself and multiple new car dealerships. John was the owner operator at Parker Tire. He put his first tire store in Whitewright in 1989, and then moved the tire store to Bonham in 1994. In 2016, when his wife’s independent life started to decline, he decided to sell it to his first grandson, Josh Curry. John referred to himself as “Poor Ole Broke John Parker” to folks far and wide. He loved to laugh and enjoyed spending time with his family. John’s hobbies included being in a boat on the lake, snow skiing, cattle/cutting/ baling hay, and he and Pat loved to travel, and it was always “the more the merrier!”

John is survived by daughters, Rhonda Jones of Ector, Tammie Curry and husband Matt of Ravenna, and Kathy Howard and husband Christopher of Robinson; grandchildren, Trent Jones and Tobi Jones of Ector, Cody Jones of Amarillo, Josh Curry and wife Hillary of Ravenna, Chance Curry of Sherman, Parker Howard, Drew Howard, and Emily Howard of Robinson; his 2 favorite nieces, Kelley Parker and Kim Minick; in addition to numerous extended family members and friends.

A visitation was held on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church starting at 1:30 pm; followed by funeral services at 2:30 pm. Bro. Kevin Lane officiated. Interment followed at Ravenna (IOOF) Cemetery. Grandsons, Josh Curry, Chance Curry, Trent Jones, Cody Jones, Parker Howard, and Drew Howard served as pallbearers. Jerry Sewell, Bill Wilson, Larry Grigg, Keith Johnson, Jimmy Page, Raymond Lackey, and Porter Wallace served as honorary pallbearers. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com.

EDITH JUANITA ROBINSON

Edith Juanita Robinson, 94, of Bonham, Texas, passed away on April 25, 2023, at her home.

Edith was born on November 24, 1928, to Earl Bethel Robinson and Maudie Luella Harris in Marietta, OK. She was known as Juanita to friends and family and as Sister Kizer to her church family. She was playfully known as “Kid” by her brothers, Elijah, Jack, H.C., E.B., Herschel, Riley, and Billy Joe. When she was 19, her mother died. She married Clarence Edward Kizer on December 28, 1947, in Paris, Texas.

Edith and Clarence gave birth to their first child, Edith Jean, in 1948. In 1952, they welcomed Edward Earl, and in 1954, JoAnn. Billy Ray and David Wayne arrived in 1963 and 1968, respectively.

Although she called Bonham home most of her life, she lived in Denison, Irving, Dallas, and Corsicana in the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s, before returning to Bonham permanently in 1983.

God was Edith’s top priority, and she loved the Lord. She was a long-time member of the First Pentecostal Church of God in Irving, Texas and later became a faithful member of the Solid Rock First Pentecostal Church of God in Bonham, Texas. She was a teacher in her church to many people. She liked watching televangelists and westerns. A strong pillar of her family, she read her Bible and prayed without ceasing. She loved old-time gospel music and worship.

Her family was also of utmost importance. She was a housewife and loved her children and grand babies. As a mother and grandmother, spending time with family was important, and she would often take trips with the family and join the grandkids at Six Flags.

She is survived by daughter, Edith Clark and husband John of Powderly, TX; JoAnn Berkley and husband, John of Irving, TX; Billy Kizer and wife June of Ivanhoe, TX; David Kizer and wife Tina, of Ravenna, TX; 12 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, her stepmother, May; 5 brothers; one child, Eddie Kizer; and her husband, Clarence.

Serving as pallbearers was Kevin Berkley, Jeremy Clark, Mike Clark, Keith Clark, Eli Berkley, and Michael Kizer. Dylon Kizer, Simon Phan, and Jacob Phan are serving as honorary pallbearers. We will miss her greatly.

Family visitation was held from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, April 30, 2023, at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham. A service was held at 3 p.m. on Monday, May 1, 2023, at First Pentecostal Church of God in Bonham.

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

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Cast for Kids – Lake Bonham

Press Release - The C.A.S.T.

(“Catch A Special Thrill”) for Kids Foundation will hold it’s second annual C.A.S.T. for Kids event At Lake Bonham event on Saturday, May 13, 2023. This will be a free boating and fishing event for children with special needs. The event is open to all children, ages 6 -18+, regardless of their needs. Participants must pre-register online at https://castforkids.org/event/ lakebonham and space is limited to the first 40 children who register.

At each event, participants receive a free Zebco rod & reel, tackle box, event t-shirt, fishing cap, award plaque, and lunch for everyone, provided by Texas Farm Bureau. A morning of fishing will be followed by a picnic lunch for all and an awards ceremony for the kids.

The Bonham Fire Department will have a truck to show and Lone Star Law star and Fannin County Game Warden, Randolph McGee will be on hand to honorarily deputize each child.

Volunteer boaters will be taking the kids boating and fishing from 8 am to 11:30 am. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian on the boat. If boat space allows, additional siblings and family members may be able to go boating as well. However, only participants and one parent or guardian are guaranteed to go boating at the event.

We need volunteer boaters and corporate sponsors! Anyone who would be like to volunteer with their boat or sponsor this event should contact the Bonham event coordinator, Eric Rice at lakebonham@castforkids.org or 360.241.1790. For registration questions, contact Jennifer Reeves at lakebonhm@castforkids.org or 469.463.4993.

The C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation is recognized as a taxexempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are deductible to the extent allowed by law.