Paris District Road Report for week of January 29, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Jan. 29, 2024. 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...
Tommy And Brenda Sue Williams
Tommy And Brenda Williams ObituaryA Visitation for Tommy Charles Williams, age, 83, and Brenda Sue Williams, age 82 of Sulphur Springs will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, January 27, 2024 at West Oaks Funeral Home. Tommy passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024 in Greenville, TX and Brenda passed away on Friday, January 26, 2024 in Sulphur Springs. Tommy was born on March 13, 1940 in Mesquite, TX the son of Herman and Maude...
Junteenth Pageant Registrations Underway
“Reflections of Me’ Junteenth Pageant registration is currently under way through May 1st, 2024, in Sulphur Springs, Texas. There are two registration packages available. The “All In” package and the “Participant” package. Registration is open for girls age 2 to 18 years old. For more information, please contact Melony at 217-775-2219. Junteenth 2024 sign ups
Patty Osborn
Patty Jo (Schasteen) Osborn passed away on January 25, 2024, at home, surrounded by family. She was born December 11, 1945, in Fort Scott Kansas. She was the daughter of Doris and William Schasteen. Following high school graduation, she attended Pittsburg State, Kansas State, Emporia State, El Centro, Richland, Brookhaven, and Eastfield Community Colleges, culminating in a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in social work from East Texas...
Roger Fouse
Graveside Service for Roger Fouse, age 80, of Sulphur Springs, TX will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Posey Cemetery, Posey, TX. Jerry Dean McCoy will officiate. Visitation will be held at 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home, Sulphur Springs, TX. Mr. Fouse passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024. Roger Deal Fouse was born on March 6, 1943 in Posey, TX to Cary and...
Chamber Connection – January 24th
By Butch Burney January 25, 2024 – Meetings to prepare for the April 8 eclipse are continuing at the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce. We will have a meeting for all retail shops at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 30; for churches at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 31; for restaurants at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 1; and for schools at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 6. All are invited to the meetings, as we try to prepare for the influx of tens of...
Netha Joy Hoover
Born July 31, 1940 died January 23, 2024 Netha Joy Hoover of Como, TX went to her eternal home on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at the age of 83. She was born on July 31, 1940 in Sulphur Springs, TX to Jim and Naomi (Davis) Bain. She married the love of her life, Mel Hoover, on November 13, 1965. Netha retired from the Hopkins County District Clerks Office. She loved taking trips and spending time with her family. She was a faithful woman...
Betty Sue Marshall
August 29, 1933 — January 23, 2024 Betty Sue Marshall, age 90, of The Rio Grande Valley, was born on August 29, 1933 in Kerens, TX to Wallace and Katherine (Darby) Patterson. Betty enjoyed working as a bookkeeper for many years and owned a Travel Agency. She was happily married to Dick Marshall until his passing. Betty loved to paint and created many pieces of art that will be cherished for years to come. She loved to travel and was...
Donnie Sprueill
Born September 17, 1955 died January 23, 2024. Funeral Service for Donnie Sprueill, age 68, of Scroggins, TX will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 29, 2024 at Davis Street Baptist Church, Sulphur Springs, TX. Paul Pogue will officiate. Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. at the church prior to the service. Mr. Sprueill passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Donnie Sprueill was born on September 17, 1955 in California to Roy...
Ronnie Randolph
Graveside Service for Ronnie Randolph, age 80, of Sulphur Springs, TX will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 26, 2024 at Shooks Chapel Cemetery. Mr. Randolph passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2024. Ronnie Randolph was born on July 27, 1943 in Sulphur Spring, TX to Harry and Hazel Faye (Scott) Randolph. Ronnie worked as a painter and was a truck driver for many years. Ronnie is survived by numerous cousins and long-time friends...
