Chapin and Alice Ross
The family of Chapin and Alice Ross, of Sulphur Springs will receive guests on Friday, November 17, 2023, at 3 P.M. at Gafford’s Chapel following the private graveside service for their loved ones. Alice passed away on November 2 and Chapin followed her ten days later on November 12. They were 90 years old and had been together almost 70 years. Chapin was born on September 11, 1933 to Henderson Jr. and Una Chapin Ross in Ridgeway,...
Charles Husbands
Funeral service for Charles Husbands, age 89 of Sulphur Springs, will be held at First United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs, TX at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Following the service, there will be a reception from 2 P.M. to 3 P.M. in the fellowship hall. Serving as pallbearers are Bobby Beck, Mike Bentley, John Gillespie, Eric Hansen, Brad Helton, and RL Wright. Serving as Honorary Pallbearers are Tracy Husbands,...
Next Hopkins County Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting is Thursday, November 16th
At our November meeting Paula Altenbaumer will reprise her portrayal of Hopkins County pioneer Mary Ann Hargrave. We know many of you were unable to attend our joint meeting in August with the Hopkins County Historical Society. So, Paula has agreed to give a repeat performance. Please join us in person or via Zoom on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at 7:00 P.M, 611 N. Davis, Sulphur Springs Texas. Register here for...
Prescribed Burns From Master Gardener David Wall
As dry weather and forest fuel buildup continue, please consider a prescribed fire or burn, which is any fire purposely set to improve the land in some way. They may be started to reduce fuel buildups, such asbrush, dead leaves or logs on the ground, or to help restore overall health of the land’s ecosystem. A prescribed burn, for instance, might be conducted to prevent a major forest fire from occurring at a latertime. Prescribed...
Dorothy Hill-Ellington
Graveside service for Dorothy Hill-Ellington, age 84, of Sulphur Springs, Texas, will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at Restland Cemetery in Dallas, Texas with Bishop Alan Richmond officiating. An open visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Mrs. Hill-Ellington passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at her residence. Dorothy was...
Paris District Road Report for week of November 13, 2023
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Nov. 13, 2023. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such...
Dinner Bell Menu For November 15, 2023
Come celebrate our Thanksgiving meal with us! The Knights of Columbus of St. James Catholic Church have been the Community Partner for this occasion since 2017! That group of dedicated men started smoking the turkeys, the mainstay of the meal, in 2018. Dinner Bell appreciates the continued support of the Knights of Columbus. GRAB and GO with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway (porte cochere) on the Northeast...
The Genealogical Society’s City Cemetery Walk is Sunday, November 12th
The Hopkins County Genealogical Society’s Annual City Cemetery Walk will be held Sunday, November 12, 2023, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm, at the Sulphur Springs City Cemetery. Cost is a $10 donation. Reserve a spot by calling 903-885-8523, or by stopping by 611 North Davis Street. Genealogical Society City Cemetery Walk 2023
David Rodriguez
Funeral service for David Rodriguez, age 18, of Sulphur Springs, will be held at 2:00 P.M on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at The Way Bible Church. Interment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held an hour before service at The Way Bible Church. David passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, in Sulphur Springs. David Michael was born to Sergio Pablo Rodriguez and Jennifer Ann (Clem) Rodriguez on...
Jackie Ferguson
Jackie Ferguson, age 82 of Sulphur Springs, TX passed away on November 9, 2023, at Christus Mother Frances Sulphur Springs. Service will be held at a later date. Jackie was born on January 31, 1941, in Hopkins County, TX to Charlie J. and Iona (Rosinbaum) McCool. He worked as an electronic repairman. He is survived by his son, Byron Ferguson; brothers, Douglas McCool and wife Larie, Mark McCool; sister, Phyllis McCool Russell, and...
