James Earl Jones
James Jones February 2, 1955 — January 17, 2026 James Earl Jones age 70, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs, Texas. James was born on February 2, 1955 in Sulphur Springs, Texas to Charles Wayne and Betty (Brasher) Jones. He is survived by his son, Corey Jones of Sulphur Springs, Texas; twin sister, Jean Thompson and her husband Richard; brother Roy Jones. ...
Two Gala Photo Releases
January 16, 2026 – Gala Photo Release: Chaney and Craig Johnson The Johnson family has supported the Foundation for generations. Pictured here fromleft to right are Foundation Board Member and Co-Chair Bob Weaver, Craig Johnson,Chaney Johnson, and Foundation Board Member and Co-Chair Heather Johnson,sister-in-law to Chaney and Craig. To learn more about the Foundation’s Gala, visitGala2026.GiveSmart.com. Supporting the...
2 Gala Photo Releases
January 15, 2026 – Proceeds from the event on January 24 will help fund the surgical services expansion of CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs. This expansion will double the number of operating rooms and increase the footprint to 19,000 sf. The new surgical suites will be larger and accommodate the latest technology, including the capacity to facilitate robotic surgical systems. To learn more, visit...
Gala Photo Release: Alliance Bank
January 15, 2026 -January 24 will include fabulous silent and live auctions, a delectable catered dinner, and dancing with a live band—all to thank the donors, sponsors, and volunteers who have made it all possible. Tickets are sold out, but certain items from the Live Auction and all items from the Silent Auction can be won online at Gala2026.GiveSmart.com. Proceeds will contribute to the surgical services expansion of CHRISTUS...
Gala Photo Release – Omega Hydration and Wellness
January 15, 2026 – The 20th Anniversary Gala will help fund the surgical services expansion of the local nonprofit hospital CHRISTUS Mother Frances – Sulphur Springs. For more information, visit Gala2026.GiveSmart.com. To learn more about the expansion, visit SpreadOurWings.GiveSmart.com. Gabriela Camacho of Omega Hydration and Wellness has generously sponsored the upcoming Gala to be held on January 24. The event will celebrate...
Dinner Bell Menu for January 21, 2026
January 15, 2026 – WEEK OF: January 21, 2026 COMMUNITY PARTNER: Christus Health The doors to Fellowship Hall at First United Methodist Church will open at 11:00 a.m. Meal service begins at 11:30 a.m. and doors will close at 12:45 p.m. Please come join us to share fellowship and a meal. A big shout out and thank you to Christus Health for their continued support of this food ministry into the New Year!...
Gala Photo Release: Cody Drug
January 15, 2026 – The event has raised more than 3.3 million dollars and completed 35 local healthcare projects over the past 20 years. This year, proceeds will help fund the surgical services expansion at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs. The expansion will double the number of operating rooms and expand the types of surgeries that will be offered locally. For underwriting, sponsorships, and tickets to...
Gala Photo Releases
January 15, 2026 – The Gala is officially sold out! To be added to the waiting list, call (903) 438-4799. The event has raised more than 3.3 million dollars and completed 35 local healthcare projects over the past 20 years. This year, proceeds will help fund the surgical services expansion at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs. The expansion will double the number of operating rooms and expand the types of...
Elsa Madrigal
February 25, 1957 — December 24, 2025 Cumby Graveside services for Elsa Madrigal, age 68, of Cumby, Texas, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Miller Grove Cemetery, with Raymond Delgado officiating. Visitation will take place from 9:00 to 9:45 a.m. at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Simon Martinez, Jose Madrigal, Gonzalo Escandon, Luis Escandon, Daniel Tavarez, and Joshua Angel Escandon. Mrs....
Olin D. Reed
April 24, 1947 — January 10, 2026 Sulphur Springs Funeral service for Olin D. Reed, age 78 of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at Sulphur Bluff Assembly of God with Bro. Rick Richardson officiating and Bro. Jake Jones assisting. Interment will follow at Sulphur Bluff Cemetery with Mark Gammill, Connor Gammill, Mason Gammill, Josh Mullen, Jeremy Mullen, and Dalton Kueckelhan serving as...
