Edward Paul Richter, 72, of Blossom, passed away Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013.

Services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13^th, at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Hilton & Rev. Michael Topliff officiating. Burial, with military honors, will follow in Union Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Mr. Richter, the son of Peter Paul & Ethel Pearl  Seyfert Richter, was born Feb. 26, 1940, in Glendive, Montana. He graduated from Augusta High School in 1958. He served in the U. S. Navy, as a radioman during the Vietnam War, after which he attended Wisconsin School of Electronics and received an AAS Electronics Engineering Technology degree. He worked and spent most of his career as a Computer Support Specialist, retiring in 2008. Edward was an avid reader who enjoyed boating, camping and fishing, but could always be found in front of his computer. He attended Blossom United Methodist Church and was an active member of the church choir.

He was preceded in death by his parents  and a brother, Lonnie.

Edward is survived by his wife of 44 years, Gloria Hazard Richter, five children, Calvin Richter & wife Jenny of Taiwan, Joette Richter of Madison, WI, Renee Graybill & husband Mike of Bates City, MO, Justin Richter & wife Jessica of Forney and Jamie Richter & wife Dannielle of Brookston, eight grandchildren, Randy, Emma,  Tyler, Matthew, Shelby, Courtney, Sydney & Armani; two sisters, Luanne Klugman and Kathy Cameron, two foster-brothers, Lane Adamson & wife Charlotte and Dave Adamson & wife Irene, along with a host of friends.

Casket bearers will be: Justin Richter, Jamie Richter, Calvin Richter, Randy Richter, Jon Hazard and Jerry Hazard.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 322 8^th Ave. 7^th Fl., NY, NY 10001, ph: 1-866-232-8484 or the Parkinson’s Association, 135 Parkinson Ave., Staten Island, NY 10305, ph; 1-800-223-2732.

To leave a message or tribute for the family please visit www.brighthollandfuneralhome.com.

Sydney Morris Richey, 74, of Paris went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 10, 2013.

He was born on January 31, 1939 in Roxton a son of Hunter and Irma Delinger Richey. He was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church, Elks Lodge and served in the U.S. Army. He was personnel manager at Superior Switchboard, worked for Boring-Fields, and was vice president of Hanna Construction Company. He was preceded in death by his first wife Ruby Lenore Richey, son Robert Richey, parents, and a brother James Hunter “Jim” Richey.

Sydney will be remembered as a very sweet, loving, and giving man that loved his Lord. He never met a stranger making those around him feel comfortable and loved. He met every Monday to have coffee with guys from Sea Battery 132^nd Artillery 49^th Armored Division.

Survivors include his wife Judy Wright Richey whom he married on December 21, 2002 in Paris; son Rusty “Russ” Richey and wife Chonnie; step-children John Paul Davis and Karol Goforth; grandchildren Sofia Richey, Kara Richey, Lanchlan Richey, Steven McDowell, Jayla Davis, Jana Davis, Hunter Davis, Ashley Mann, and Amber Vinnci and spouse Gerald; great grandchildren Gavin and Ayden; sister-in-law Sue Richey; two nephews and several cousins.

Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at the Hickory Grove Cemetery with Rev. Mickey Ellis officiating. Pallbearers will be Billy Porter, Rio Ingram, Thomas Roach, Marion Parker, Billy Fred Parr, Bobby Walters, and Homer Smith. If desired memorials may be made to the Gideons. Services are under the direction of the Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home.

Patricia Gail “Pat” Christie, 66, of Powderly, passed away Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013, at Baylor Medical Center in Dallas.

Memorial services will be scheduled at a later date. Cremation is under the direction of Bright-Holland Funeral Home.

Pat, the daughter of C. O. & Doris Lucille Haney Joplin, was born Dec. 19, 1946, in Bovina, Texas.

She attended Bovina High School. She loved being a caregiver for others and for a number of years has been a caregiver in the Dallas area. She had a big heart and always put the needs of others before her own.

Her husband, Eddie Christie, her parents and a sister, Elaine Joplin,  preceded her in death.

Survivors include a daughter, Stephanie Loyd & husband Rodney Loyd of Powderly, a son, Tim Robbins & wife Vickie of Idabel, OK, four grandchildren including Cody Clausius and Tyler Perry, eight great grandchildren including Ryan Clausius, two sisters, Lynette Eckelt & husband Buddy of Tulsa, OK and Shirley Alsup & husband Bernie of Bartlesville, OK, several nieces & nephews including Cathy Eckelt of Tulsa, OK along with her close friend, Pete.

To leave a message or tribute for the family please visit www.brighthollandfuneralhome.com.

Douglas Eugene Wehrman, of Paris, TX passed away at age 62 on February 14, 2013. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, February 19th at 11:00am at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church.  Immediately following will be a reception at the church.  The family will receive guests at their home from 3-6pm after the reception.

Doug was a military veteran having proudly served his country during the Viet Nam war and graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX.   Doug’s devotion to the Paris community, friends and family will never be forgotten and is an inspiration for many.  In 1976 Doug founded the first Physical Therapy and Sports Clinic in Paris where his service for others began.  His involvement in sports rehabilitation and education for the Lamar County area was profound and paved the way for ongoing athletic care.  Upon retirement Doug pursued ongoing interests in the community and was Chairman of the Paris Economic Development Corporation and instrumental in bringing new jobs and business to Paris.  His caring and compassionate spirit carries on through the numerous people he touched.

Doug is survived by his wife, Rosanna Wehrman, daughter Stacey and husband Jim Feeley of Traverse City, MI, son Russel Wehrman and wife Beth of Richardson, TX and granddaughters Adelaide, Regan and Chandler Feeley of Traverse City.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the Doug Wehrman Scholarship Fund at First Federal Community Bank,  www.1st-fed.com.

Online condolences may be made to the Wehrman family by visiting www.fry-gibbs.com.

Billy Gene Day, 81, of Blossom, went home at 12:01 PM, Saturday, February 16, 2013 at his home.  Funeral services are set for 1:00 PM, Wednesday, February 20, 2013 in the chapel of Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home with Pastor Wayne Sweely officiating.  Burial will follow in Meadowbrook Gardens Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 7:00-8:00 PM Tuesday evening at the funeral home.  Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home has charge of the arrangements.

Mr. Day was born March 29, 1931 in the Day Town Community of Lamar County to James Everett “Pete” Day and Mattie Belle Robinson Day.  He married Sarah Betty Cundiff on October 8, 1955 in Dallas.  She died July 26, 2006.  Mr. Day worked in inventory control for the Dallas Independent School District for 31 years.  He was a faithful Christian and member of the 1^st Church of the Nazarene in Paris.

Mr. Day is survived by one son, David Day and wife, Tara of Detroit and six grandchildren, Robert, Matthew, Corey, Tanner, Jordan, and Hannah Day.  He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Bobby Day; one granddaughter, Davina Day; and his sister, Christine Peterson.

Pallbearers will be Corey Day, Robert Day, Matthew Day, Roger Kyle, James Barton, and Keithen Brown.  Honorary pallbearers are Billie Cundiff and Carl Cundiff.

Online condolences may be made to the Day family by visiting www.fry-gibbs.com.

Marvin Murel Wilson, 80, of ArthurCity passed away Sunday February 17, 2013 at his home. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Fry-Gibbs Funeral home. No services are planned at this time.

He was born in New Boston a son of Murel and Gladys Boren Wilson. He was married to Margaret Norfleet for 24 years. He served his country in the U.S. Army. He was a retired truck driver and a member of the Methodist church.

Survivors include his wife Margaret; son Robert Wilson and wife Pam; daughter Patti Jenning and husband Larry; step-children Stanley Johnson of Lake Creek, Jeffrey Johnson of Seattle, WA, Diane Meuller of Celeste, TX, Sherry Fangio of Phoenix, AZ; grandchildren Charlene Dickinson and husband Rudy, Hollie Nelson and husband William, Todd Rackler and wife Amy and Ashley Wilson; great grandchildren Kalen and Ricky Rackler, Sean Dickison; brother Bobby Wilson; sister Marige Jones and several nieces and nephews.

Online condolences may be made at www.fry-gibbs.com.

Betty L. Brunson, 72, of Paris, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2013, at Paris Regional Medical Center.

Services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22^nd, at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Fortenberry & Rev. Wayne Blackshear officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Betty, the daughter of Charles Jennings & Jewel Fay Morris Baughman, was born Dec. 11, 1940, in Paris. She was known as wife, mother, & Nana and loved most of all being with her kids. No one could cook as good as Nana. She loved to travel and camp with all their friends. She loved working in the yard and playing a good game of cards.

Betty was a stay-at-home mom, always tending to family until the kids were old enough for school. Then she started to work at Metro Nursery & Lamar Gardens and later kept books for the family business. She was of the Baptist faith.

She was preceded in death by twin sons, Richard & Randy Brunson, her mother, Jewel Ennis, her father, Charles Baughman, & her step-father, Bob Ennis.

Survivors include her husband, Robert Neal Brunson, daughter, Robin Phillips & husband John, son, Rodney Brunson & wife Tammie, grandchildren, Amanda Brown & husband Chad, Nicole Williams & husband Bryan, and Brandon Phillips, great grandchildren, Alexis Roberts, Nick Brown, Eli Cobb and Jeremy Brown, sister, Barbara Ross & husband Joe, dear cousins, Mary Self and Martha Hutchison and her loving dog, Peanut.

Casket bearers will be: Charles Adkins, Chad Brown, Joel Hutchison, Bryan Williams, Brandon Phillips and Jeremy Brown.

To leave a message or tribute for the family please visit www.brighthollandfuneralhome.com.

Jean Boggan Holt, 90, of the Howland Community, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2013.

The family will receive friends at Bright-Holland Funeral Home on Thursday, February 21^st, from 6 – 7 p.m.  Mrs. Holt will then be transferred to Des Arc, Arkansas for services and burial in Welcome Home Cemetery.

Mrs. Holt, the daughter of Troy Pet Boggan & Lillie Mae Story, was born June 29, 1922, in Des Arc, AR. She graduated from Griffithville High School and attended business school in Little Rock. Later she became a nurse and worked in Jacksonville, AR and Tucson, AZ before becoming a nursing home administration in west Texas.

She moved to Paris twenty-five years ago. Active in AARP until her last illness, she had served as its Vice President. She also worked for Green Thumb.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James Herchel Holt in 1965, son, James Richard Holt who was killed in the Vietnam War in 1966, son, Kenneth Wayne Holt in 2011, four brothers, Clarence Boggan, Bill Boggan, Tommy Boggan and Bob Boggan, and two sisters, Mamie Phillips and Mattie Duncan.

Survivors include a daughter, Sandra Jones & husband Carl of Howland, four grandsons, Ronald Jones of Howland, Richard Jones & Sharla of Paris, Max Holt & wife Jennifer of Powderly and Rocky Holt & wife Bianca of Reno, seven great grandchildren, Melissa, Jennifer, Troy, Steffany, Clayton, Katelyn and Emilee, one great great grandson, Levi, a sister, Melba O’Brien of Russellville, AR, a brother, Jimmy Boggan & wife Joan of Forest City, AR, a sister-in-law, Verna Boggan of Jacksonville, AR along with several nieces & nephews.

To leave a message or tribute for the family please visit www.brighthollandfuneralhome.com.

Eunice Morrison blessed this world for 90 years and on February, 21, 2013 she was called to her heavenly home.  She was surrounded by family and she departed this earth receiving as much love as she had brought into it.

Bright-Holland Funeral Home has scheduled services for 11:00 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 23^rd, at Blossom Church of Christ with Evan Butler & David Ballard officiating. Burial will follow in Knights of Honor Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 – 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

She was born February 6, 1923 to Alva Lee Taylor and Arizona Mitchell Taylor in the Ford’s Academy community.  Here is where she met the love of her life, Clarence Udell Morrison.

On November 4, 1939 they committed their lives to each other and held that commitment for 68 years.  Sixty-eight years of true and unending love.

During those years they began to build their life together on their dairy farm in Blossom, TX and they began to grow their family.  First came a daughter, Joyce, followed by two sons, Harold Wayne and Randy.

Throughout the years, the family grew and so did their love.  The addition of seven grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren expanded her heart and home.  Family was her greatest wealth and the only treasure she desired.  With her family she was richly blessed.

She relished every moment with her family, her friends and her church.  Her kitchen was the heart of her home and you could feel her love when you sat down at her dinner table.  The noise of her grandchildren and the mess they left behind brought joy to her heart.   The stories and memories will live in our hearts forever and are too numerous to write…but just ask us about her and we would be happy to share.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Udell, her son, Harold Wayne and her granddaughter, Abbie Lynn Morrison.  She is survived by her daughter Joyce and husband Denis of Paris, TX, her son Randy and wife Jackie, of Tyler, TX.  Grandchildren Brian Frank and wife Christy of Brenham, TX, Brent Frank and wife Lisa, of Tushka, OK, Alicia Hutchins and husband Jason of College Station, TX, Angie Morrison, Tyler, TX, Jeff Morrison and wife Miranda of Blossom, TX and Paul Glen Morrison and wife Chelli of The Colony, TX and 13 great-grandchildren.  The last remaining sibling in her family, Goldie Welch of Paris, TX and many nieces and nephews also survive her.

A special thank you to the staff of “The Home Place” where she made her home and they became family.   She received the ultimate in care and love.

Proverbs 31:27-28 “She watches over the ways of her household, and does not eat the bread of idleness.

“Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.”

To leave a message or tribute for the family please visit www.brighthollandfuneralhome.com.

Yvonne “Bonnie” Collis, 75, of Arthur City, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2013, at Paris Regional Medical Center.

Bright-Holland Funeral Home has scheduled graveside services for 2:00 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24^th, at Forest Chapel Cemetery.

Mrs. Collis, the daughter of Everett & Della Lou Young Kimble, was born June 25, 1937, in Dallas.

She worked for Martin-Marietta in California for a number of years.

She married William Collis in 1993, and he preceded her in death in 2005.

Survivors include 4 children, Kathy Stage & husband Lucky of Arthur City, Jodie Offutt of Chicota, Jerry Offutt & wife Donna of Bell Flower, CA, and Dorothy Offutt of Bell Flower, CA, 15 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

To leave a message or tribute for the family  please visit www.brighthollandfuneralhome.com.

John William “Sonny” Burton, 74 of Paris, passed away Friday, February 22, 2013 at ParisRegionalMedicalCenter.

A graveside service has been scheduled for Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. at ShilohCemetery with Rev. Don Morton officiating.  The family will receive friends at Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home on Tuesday evening from 7:00 to 8:00 P.M.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Meredith; children, John Jubal Burton and wife Shabecka, Julie Johnston, Donna Keenum and husband Craig, Jan Nunneley and husband Dewayne; step-children, Rose Stanfield, Cynthia Meredith, Barbara Carson, Wesley Meredith, Johnny Meredith Jr.;  grandchildren, Mallory Evans and son Jayden, Mandy Evans, Jacob Burton, Austin Burton, Makayala Burton, Chazleigh Starks, Kenda Merritt, Leck Braley, Justin Keenum, Stephen Keenum, Toby Keenum; 12 great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary Helen Helms, Betty McIver; numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his son, John Julius Burton;  parents, Liston Burton and Corine Hill Ballard.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Lewis Gillie, Jody Slagle, Wesley Meredith, Johnny Meredith Jr., Craig Keenum, Dewayne Nunneley.

Online condolences may be sent to the Burton family at www.fry-gibbs.com.

Terry Hill, 70, of Paris, died Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Christus Saint Michael’s Hospital in Atlanta, Texas.  A graveside service is set for 3:00 PM, Thursday, February 28, 2013 in Highland Cemetery in Deport with Rev. Larry Bridges officiating.  The family will receive friends from 7:00-8:00 PM Wednesday evening at the funeral home.  Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home has charge of the arrangements.

Mrs. Hill was born January 11, 1943 in Glens Falls, New York to Andrew and Leona Davis Anslow.  She graduated from high school and married W.L. Hill.  He preceded her in death.  Mrs. Hill was a certified nurse aid at Paris Regional Medical Center.

She is survived by her children, Tami White of Atlanta, Tina and Jerry Nichols of Paris, Billy and Crystal Chisum of Blossom, Ken and Sherry Wilson of San Antonio, Dave and Terri Harris of New York, Charrity Herron and Rebecca Hill, both of Blossom; grandchildren, Aaron Sullivan, Tiffany Sullivan, and Michelle Michael, all of Paris, Brandy Hill of Greenville and Joseph Hill of Atlanta, Georgia; a great-grandson, Aden Hill; and one brother.  She was preceded in death by one son, Thomas Sullivan.

Pallbearers will be Billy Chisum, Gary Sessums, Joseph Hill, Ron Herron, Jr., Ron Herron, Sr., and Aaron Sullivan.

Online condolences may be made to Mrs. Hill’s family by visiting www.fry-gibbs.com.

Andrew Cayce Hammett, 91, of Blossom passed away Sunday February 24, 2013 at Clyde W. Cosper Veterans Home in Bonham. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Feb. 27^th at the First Baptist Church in Blossom with Rev. Mike Shupp officiating. Burial will follow in Knights of Honor cemetery with Military Rites. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to service at the church from 10 until 11.

He was born in Jamestown, LA a son of William Robert and Anna A. Stuckey Hammett. He married Gertrude (Smith) Crawford Oct. 24, 1992. He retired from the U.S. Army on March 31, 1967 after 21 years of service and was a truck driver after his retirement. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Blossom.

He was preceded in death by 2 daughters Jana Lynn Hammett who is buried in Germany and Bobbie Karen Hammett buried in Corpus Christi.

Survivors include his wife Gertrude; a daughter Sheri Love and husband Jerry of Whitesboro; step children Gary Crawford and wife Sharon, Linda Mowery and husband Frank of Paris; 5 Grandchildren; 15 Great Grandchildren; 1 Great-Great Grandson all of Whitesboro; 5 Step Grandchildren and 4 Step-Great Grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Online condolences may be made at www.fry-gibbs.com.

Gary Lee Cunningham, 71, of Arthur City, after years of battling his health problems, was called home on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, surrounded by his family and friends. He fought a good fight and had a strong will to stay with us forever. He loved life, especially the years he was able to load up grandkids in his Winnebago and see the country.

Services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 2^nd, at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Patrick Cannon officiating. Burial will follow in Tigertown Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.

Gary was born Oct. 10, 1941, in Ambia, Texas to Leroy Cunningham & Lois Edith Morrison Cunningham. He was married to Bonnie Hodnett Cunningham for thirty-two years.

After high school he served in the U. S. Army with the 42^nd Battalion and was a proud member of the Freemasons for thirty-two years. Even over thirty years of service at Campbell Soup, Local 1229, of which he was president for fifteen years,  and Local 540, as much as he loved the many people he tried to help and the company he loved, his greatest love and past time was his fourteen grandkids that he adored and traveling. He pioneered Local 1229 Federal Credit Union that later became the Employees United Federal Credit Union.

He was preceded in death by one son, Eddie Lee Cunningham, one son-in-law, Kenneth D. Brooks, and his sister whom he cared for until her death, Alta Livingston.

Survivors include his wife, Bonnie, daughter; Eydie Brooks and her four sons; Blue, Kendall, Union and Conner Lee Brooks,  son; Greg Clark & wife Kristin and their three children; Justin, Joshua & Jaidyn Clark, son; Jeffrey Clark & his four children; Bailee, Matthew, Madison and Mabrye Clark, son; John Cunningham, and son; Brandon Cunningham and his children; Jacob, Avery and Maddie Cunningham, three brothers whom he was very close to; Daymon, Rorry and Chris Cunningham along with numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

Casket bearers will be: Milton Fleming, Roy Darby, Gary Owings, Johnny Rodriguez, Felipe Mendez and Robert Fulbright. Honorary bearers will be: Justin Clark, Josh Clark, Blue Brooks, Kendall Brooks, Union Brooks, Conner Brooks and Matthew Clark.

To leave a message or tribute for the family please visit www.brighthollandfuneralhome.com.

Carole Anne Jackson, 70, of  Paris passed away Monday, February 25, 2013 in Paris.

She was born on April 6, 1942, in the Slabtown Community, a daughter of Ralph and Beulah Howard Bolton. Carole retired after 31 years as an administrative executive secretary for the Department of Humans Services, graduated from DelmarHigh School in 1959, and was a member of Ramseur Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Rex Bolton, and a sister Kaye Reddell.

Carole will be remembered as a loving mother, sister, and especially a loving and caring grandmother. She had a very outgoing and wonderful personality and was always considerate of others needs.

Carole is survived by her children Khristi Scott and husband Kevin of Honey Grove and David Jackson and fiancee` Kevyn Brasher; step-children Andy Jackson and wife Leanne and Judy Jackson; grandchildren Taylor Jackson, Evan Fussell, and Dylan Jackson; brothers Jim Bolton and David Bolton; sister Lynn Asbery; and special friends Jeanetta Robinson and Nina Corbett.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Friday, March 1, 2013, in the chapel of Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Myre officiating. Burial will follow in EvergreenCemetery with Evan Fussell, Dylan Jackson, Damon Asbery, Andy Jackson, Jack King, Terry Temple, and Brian Bolton serving as pallbearers. Family will receive friends from 7:00 P.M. till 8:00 P.M. Thursday at the funeral home where online condolences may be sent by visiting www.fry-gibbs.com.

The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Platinum Home Health and Hospice for the wonderful care that Mrs.Jackson received during her illness.

John Dee Faucett, 78 of Powderly passed away Saturday, February 23, 2013 at the Bonham VA Nursing Home.  Bright-Holland Funeral Home has scheduled graveside services for 2:00 pm, Monday, February 25, 2013 at Long Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 5-6 pm, Sunday at the funeral home.

Mr. Faucett was born December 6, 1934 in Detroit, TX to Johnny Herman Faucett and Mattie Dee Griffin Faucett.  He married Barbara Ann Brothers and she preceded him in death July 31, 1994.  Mr. Faucett was a First Sergeant in the U.S. Army, working with Nuclear Weapons Maintenance, during the Korean Conflict and also in Indochina.  He was a proud member of First Baptist Church in Paris where he served as a deacon.  He was also a member of the Optimist Club.

Mr. Faucett was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, a sister, one son, Barry Dale Faucett and a daughter, Paula Sue Taylor.  Survivors include two daughters, Nancy Ashmore & husband Scott of Paris and Michelle Draper & husband Doug of Mansfield; grandchildren, Cody Faucett & wife Lindsey of Denton, Daren Faucett of Paris, Justin Taylor & wife Jennifer of Pattonville, Jenifer “Jen Tay” Taylor of Dallas, Lauren Wilson & husband Chad of Sumner and Megan Crawford of Paris; great-grandchildren, Grady & Bailee Taylor of Pattonville and Corbin Wilson & Brayden McCormack, both of Sumner; a son-in-law, Leslie Taylor of Deport, along with numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

To leave a message or tribute for the family please visit www.brighthollandfuneralhome.com.

Mary Ann Bledsoe Short, 71, of Paris, died at 12:40 PM, Sunday, February 24, 2013 at Legend Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center.  Funeral services are set for 2:00 PM, Friday, March 1, 2013 in the chapel of Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home with Rev. Doug Holt officiating.  Burial will follow in West Post Oak Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 7:00-8:00 PM Thursday evening at the funeral home.  Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home has charge of the arrangements.

Mary Ann was born September 25, 1941 in Paris to Jim Irman and Zeda Belle McFatridge Bledsoe.  She married Jerry Short in 1995.  Mrs. Short was a wonderful homemaker and mother and was a member of the Paris Church of God.

She is survived by her husband, Jerry Short; two children, Dorothy Perry and Mark Harris; three grandchildren, Jeniece, David, and Richard Perry; five great-grandchildren, Jennifer, Justin, and Dakota King, Meia Perry, and Dude Perry; two great-great-grandchildren, Bentley King and Brenden Maye; five brothers, Ronny Dale Merritt, Edward Bledsoe, John Henry Bledsoe, David Bledsoe, and Terry Bledsoe; and three sisters, Betty Lofton, Dorothy Burrus, and Maudine Bledsoe.  She was preceded in death by two sons, Dee Harris, Jr. and Jimmy Dean Ray; and seven brothers.

Pallbearers will be Terry Keys, Derek Whitson, Donald Lee McFatridge, Robby Watkins, Jonathan Burrus, and Irman Bledsoe.

Online condolences may be made to Mrs. Short’s family by visiting www.fry-gibbs.com.

After a long and vigilant fight with cancer, Tina Michelle Stover Wynn, 44,  of Paris, Texas, was lifted up on angel wings by the grace of our Heavenly Father when she passed from this world on Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at home in Paris, Texas

Visitation will be held at Bright Holland Funeral Home on Friday, March 1, 2013 from 6:00PM -7:00PM.

Funeral services will be held at Bright Holland Funeral Home on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at 10:00AM with Reverend Larry Bridges of Blossom Church of God officiating. Burial will follow at Knights of Honor Cemetery in Blossom. Bright Holland Funeral Home is handling the funeral arrangements.

Tina was born in Paris, Texas to Jessie Daniel Stover II and Ruby Lee Chennault Stover on July 12, 1968 She went to high school at Prairiland High School and graduated in 1988. She worked various jobs in the Lamar County area, with her favorite being a cook in the Paris Junior College Cafeteria.  Tina’s latest job was at the Choctaw Casino in Durant, OK.  Tina loved anything to do with country, horses, camping, fishing and collecting frogs. Although she had many interests, the thing first and foremost in her mind was her daughter, Cheyenne Nicole Chaverria, and making sure she would be taken care of.

Tina is preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Carey Lynn Thompson; her brother in law, Clyde Ashlock; God Mother, Jane Wogberg; and grandparents, Desso and Mary Martina Chennault.

Tina is survived by her daughter, Cheyenne Chaverria; husband, Larry Baird, both from Paris and of the home; brothers, Eddie Thompson of Huntsville and Jessie Daniel (Danny) Stover III and wife, Melissa of Paris; sisters, Linda Mathis of Sawyer, OK, Loretta Ashlock of Soper, OK, and Lisa Ashlock of Paris; God Father, Don Wogberg; 20 nieces and nephews; 24 great nieces and nephews; along with a host of friends.  Casket bearers will be Tommy Wells, Christopher Green, John Fletcher, Jerry Don Mathis, Aaron Shannon and Rockey Tucker.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Serenity Hospice of Texarkana and Bright Holland Funeral Home. To leave a message or tribute, please visit www.brighthollandfuneralhome.com.

Willie Ray Harris, 90 of Alba, TX went to be with his Lord and Savior Monday February 25, 2013 in Grand Saline. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday March 2, 2013 at Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home with Rev. Lonnie Fortner and Randy Bohannan officiating. Burial will follow at McCrury cemetery in Red River County.

He was born August 31, 1922 in Powell, TX a son of Thomas Jefferson and Jewel Dlena Vinson Harris. He was married to Virginia Harper and later married Nell Crawford. He was an auto mechanic since 1945 working in Grand Saline from 1990 until 2007. He served his country proudly in WWII in the Army. He was a member of the Open Door Church in Alba.

He was preceded in death by his wife Nell Crawford Harris; a daughter Phillis Ann Auld; son Weldon Harris; sister Eva Bounds and a brother Buddy Owens.

He is survived by children Lometa Smith and husband Jay; Glenda Kelley; the mother of his children VirginiaWyatt; grandchildren Wayne Auld, Paul Auld, Teddy Allison, Wendy Jones, James Smith, David Davis, Billy Davis, Bobby Davis; 12 Great Grandchildren; 2 Great-Great Grandchildren; son-in-law Willie Auld and numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Brandon Williams, Nick Jones, David Davis, Paul Auld, James Smith, Bobby Davis, Ricky Jones, Brian Jones, and Billy Davis.

Online condolences may be made at www.fry-gibbs.com.

Eileen Mary Davis, 86, of Powderly, passed away Friday, March 01, 2013, at Paris Regional Medical Center.

Visitation will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 4^th, at Bright-Holland Funeral Home. Burial will be made at Restland Memorial Park in Dallas.

Mrs. Davis, the daughter of William Edward & Mary Ann Heath Harrington, was born Dec. 15, 1926, in London, England.

She married Carl Rayford Davis, and he preceded her in death in 2008.

She was an interior decorator, and she & Carl bought & resold properties. Eileen was a volunteer at Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas. She and Carl were members of Sons of Herman.

Survivors include a son, Mark Davis & wife Rose of Powderly, a daughter, Elizabeth Ann “Sandy” Love of Dallas, a granddaughter, Mia Pasqualucci of Santa Barbara, CA, a nephew, Joseph C. Love, Jr. & wife Lisabeth, and her best friend, Shirley Jolliffe of Paris.

To leave a message or tribute for the family please visit www.brighthollandfuneralhome.com.

Eugenia (Jeannie) Dorrell Radford Brazile,90, of Paris, left this life to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday March 1, 2013 at Brentwood Terrace. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Monday March 4, 2013 in the chapel of Starrett Funeral Home, with Rev. Buddy Barnett officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Eugenia was born September 23, 1922 in Paris, a daughter of Talma S. and Minnie Ola Cunningham Radford. She graduated from Henderson High School, then began a career as Chief Operator with Southwestern Bell Telephone in both Henderson and Paris, which spanned some twenty years. She was a member of the Springlake Baptist Church.

Jeannie married Jack LaRue Brazile on September 28, 1946, in Paris. He preceded her in death on April 5, 2004.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Frances Radford Sale, and a brother-in-law, Johnston J. Sale.

Survivors include three sons, Daniel LaRue Brazile, of Krum, Charles Radford “Chuck” Brazile, of Denton, and John Howard Brazile, of Paris; eight grandchildren, Jesse LaRue Brazile, of Pilot Point, Sarah Elizabeth Brazile, of Breckenridge, Danielle Cathleen Brazile Chisolm and husband Daryl, of Breckenridge; Timothy Jack Brazile and wife Angelie, of Lewisville, Aaron Christopher Brazile, of Breckenridge, Savannah LaRue Brazile, of Denton, Tuesday Dawn Beshires Cohee and husband Jason, of Keller, and Christopher Glen Beshires, of Garland; thirteen great-grandchildren; and a very special niece, Sandra Sale Cartwright and husband Bob, of Greenville.

Named to serve as pallbearers are Brad Coe, Bob Brazile, Mike Hansen, David Bush, Milford Townsdin and Ray Crowell.

Friends may register in Eugenia’s Book of Memories at www.starrettfunerals.com.

Billy H. “Bill” Ballard, 79, of Paris, was lifted safely into the arms of the Lord on Sunday morning, March 3, 2013.

Services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 6^th, at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with burial following in Evergreen Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Mr. Ballard, the son of Alva & Gladys Holbrook Ballard, was born Aug. 11, 1933, in Madill, OK.

He served in the National Guard at the age of seventeen. He was a graduate of the American Institute of Baking.  His career with Rainbo Bread Companies spanned forty-two years before his retirement. He was a member of the Lazy 8’s V-8 Club. He loved the outdoors and old cars.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a grandson, Dylan Ballard, a son-in-law, Larry Wilson and his sister, Sarah Grady.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Etta Spoon Ballard, whom he married on July  10, 1951, building sixty-one years of family and memories, a son, Ronnie Ballard & wife Vicki of Paris, a daughter, Patti Wilson of Blossom, three grandsons, Steven Wilson of Paris, Jeremy Wilson of Blossom and Matthew Allen of Paris, two brothers, Alva Ballard & wife Vi of West Chicago, IL and John Ballard & wife Carole of New Lenox, IL, along with several nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

Casket bearers will be: Jeremy Wilson, Steven Wilson, Matthew Allen, Henry Spoon, Bill Spoon & Doug Cato.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made to Dylan’s Drivers, 1455 20^th NE Street, Paris, TX 75460.

To leave a message or tribute for the family please visit www.brighthollandfuneralhome.com.

Paris native James Allan Hickman died March 3, 2013, in Paris Regional Medical Center.  Born in Paris, Texas to James Franklin Hickman and wife, Rebecca Riggs Hickman, on May 17, 1925, after graduating from Paris High School he continued his education at Paris Junior College and The University of Texas in Austin. He returned to Paris to join his father and grandfather as a partner in Hickman Insurance Agency.  Jimmy married his wife, Martha, April 4, 1969, in Dallas Texas.  In 1981 he closed Hickman Insurance Agency and spent many enjoyable hours on the golf course at Paris Golf & Country Club making two holes-in-one. Hickman and his wife cherished their trips to Santa Fe, NM and other spots of interest but always like coming home to Paris.

Hickman was a member of Central Presbyterian Church his entire life attending from his cradle roll days and joining Central on November 22, 1936, where he later served as a Deacon and Member of the Trustee Committee.

Jimmy enjoyed the company of his daily morning and mid-afternoon coffee groups in recent years.   In earlier years he was a member of the Lions Club, of the first Paris Toastmasters’ Club and a longtime member of the Independent Insurance Agents of Paris. He had served on the Advisory Board of Christus St. Joseph’s Hospital and on the Board of Evergreen Cemetery Association.

Mr. Hickman was preceded by his parents, in-laws, several cousins and many close friends.  He is survived by his wife Martha Hickman, a special cousin Eleanor Jackson and her husband, DeForrest Jackson, of Gainesville, GA, his wife’s sister, Nell Strother, and her husband Bill Strother, of Cedar Hill, TX and many special longtime friends.

Formal visitation will be held at Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home Tuesday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with the funeral service being conducted by Rev. David Darrow at Central Presbyterian Church at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday afternoon and burial in Evergreen Cemetery.

Named as pallbearers are Clifton Fendley, Matt Frierson, Sims Norment, Carl Cecil, Richard Hunt, Greg Wilson, Donald Lewis and Roger Courson.  Honorary pallbearers are members of his coffee groups, choir practice group and longtime golfing friends.

Memorials are requested to Central Presbyterian Church, Goodland Academy or a charity of your choice.

Judy Elizabeth Blease Morgan, 72, of Paris, died at 10:24 AM, Monday, March 4, 2013 at ParisRegionalCenter.  A memorial service is set for 5:00 PM, Wednesday, March 6, 2013 in the chapel of Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home with Rev. Russell Mills officiating.  The family will greet friends in the foyer of the chapel following the service.  Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home has charge of the arrangements.

Judy was born April 16, 1940 in Dallas to Francis Eugene and Freddie McGuire Cronan.  She graduated from Dallas’ Adamson High School in 1958.  She was a secretary for the Texas Department of Human Services for 21 years prior to her retirement.  Our Mom will be remembered as a loving mother, caring and gracious grandmother who always put her children and grandchildren first.  Judy had a beautiful sense of humor.  She loved to cook, dance, garden, and being with her family whenever possible.

She is survived by her three children, Leanne Roberson Stone and husband, Roy Tom, Keith Roberson, and Eric Blease and wife, April; seven grandchildren, Taylor Evin Stone, Ali Rae Stone, Joseph Allen Roberson, Jacob Thomas Roberson, Cason Wainwright Blease, Corbin Ryker Blease, and Seely Elizabeth Blease; a brother, Edwin Frank Cronan; and a sister, Tommy Gene Evans.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Lee Morgan on November 23, 2012.

Online condolences may be made to the Mrs. Morgan’s family by visiting www.fry-gibbs.com.

RUBY CARPENTER SAFFLE, 98, passed from this life on Sunday March 3, 2013 in Paris, Texas. Starrett Funeral Home will conduct graveside rites at 2:00 p.m. Thursday March 7, 2013 in the China Spring Cemetery, McClellan County, with Rev. Michael Copeland officiating. A reception will follow at the First Baptist Church of China Spring.

A time of visitation will be held at Wilkerson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home in Waco from 11:00 a.m. to noon, prior to the service.

Mrs. Saffle was Worthy Matron of Walter Baldwin Chapter, the Order of the Eastern Star of Waco, Texas in the mid-seventies.  In 2005 she was President of the Berean Bible Club of the First Bible Church. She was a life-long Baptist.

Ruby was born in China Spring on December 8, 1914. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Mittie Carpenter; a sister Attie Lee Gilliam; and brothers Coke, Homer and Addis Carpenter.

She is survived by her sons, Jack Saffle and his wife Barbara of Dallas;  and Bob Saffle and his wife Judye of Paris.  She is also survived by a niece, Becky Lindsey and a nephew, Dale Gilliam, of Waco.  She was blessed with seven grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She will be missed by her loving family.

Friends may register in Ruby’s Book of Memories at www.starrettfunerals.com .

Michael Dean Newberry, 52, of Paris, completed his journey in this life on March 4, 2013.  Mike is widely known for his excellent bar bq and was an avid fisherman.  If you ever enjoyed his bar bq then you know he “put a little extra on it for you”.  Mike always had his fishing poles and tackle box at the ready.  He never met a stranger and would give you the shirt off his back.  Mike was born in La Marque, TX on November 17, 1960.  He graduated from West Lamar High School in 1978.  Mike was an excellent baseball player in his youth but had his athletic career cut short in a hunting accident.  Mike never bowed to authority and lived his life on his own terms.   He is survived by his mother, Patsy Wilson, and his father, Robert Newberry, and four brothers and their spouses, Bob & Dorothy Newberry, Brad & Stefani Newberry,   Greg Wynn and his fiancé, Tammalyn Nobels, and Patrick & Kelly Newberry.  He loved all of his seven nephews and was especially fond of his one niece.

Visitation will be held at Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home on Wed., March 6, 2013 at 7-8 pm.   Graveside services will be held at McDonald Cemetery on Thurs., March 7, 2013 at 2pm with Brother Robert Myre officiating.   The funeral procession will depart Fry & Gibbs at 1:30pm.

Online condolences may be made at www.fry-gibbs.com.

Howard L. Jordan, 90, of Clarksville, died Saturday, December 22, 2012 at ClarksvilleNursingCenter.  A funeral service with military honors will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, December 26, 2012 in the chapel of Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home.  Burial will follow in FairviewCemetery in Clarksville.  The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until service time prior to the service.  Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home has charge of the arrangements.

Mr. Jordan was born January 11, 1922 in Blossom, Texas to George and Cora Bell Cherry Jordan.  He married Mamie R. Gallander on December 22, 1939.  She died March 7, 2008.  He was retired from Red River Arsenal and served in the US Army during World War II.  He was of the Baptist faith.

Mr. Jordan is survived by his daughter, Debra Nolen of Clarksville; four grandchildren, Michelle Ervin and husband, Chris, Gary Nolen, all of Clarksville, Chesley and Emily Jordan, both of Palestine, Texas; two great-grandchildren; two brothers, Buford R. Jordan and wife, Carolyn of Paris and Douglas Jordan of Texarkana, Arkansas; and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his son, Howard Wayne Jordan; his parents; and two sisters, Ruby Pate and Joyce Roseberry.

Pallbearers will be Chris Ervin, Larry Nolen, Mark Nolen, Dickie Towers, John Thompson, and Roy Dean Pate.  Honorary pallbearers are Joe Hasenak, Johnny Nolen, Buford Jordan, Doug Jordan, Bruce Roseberry, Bryan Roseberry, Willard Leverett, and Nolan Pate.

Online condolences may be made to the Jordan family by visiting www.fry-gibbs.com.

Brandon Cole Flowers, infant son of Jennifer Benningfield and Vance Flowers passed away Saturday March 2, 2013. Fry-Gibbs funeral home will conduct graveside services at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday March 6, 2013 at Detroit cemetery with Rev. Benny Cogburn officiating.

He is survived by his mother Jennifer Benningfield and father, Vance Flowers; sisters Azarea Edwards and Jayden Benningfield; grandparents Marilyn Nobles, Lisa Benningfield, Billy Sugg; aunts Jaclyn Nobles, Ashley Benningfield, Stephanie Benningfield; uncle Bryan Benningfield and wife Charlene and numerous cousins.

Online condolences may be made at www.fry-gibbs.com

Bud Relford, 73, of Powderly passed away Sunday March 3, 2013 at Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler. Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home will conduct graveside services at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday March 6, 2013 at Forest Chapel cemetery with Rev. Don Morton officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday 7-8 p.m.

He was born January 18, 1940 in Honey Grove a son of William Hardy “Red” and Rosie Elizabeth Weems Relford. He was married to Cleva Check Relford who preceded him in death. He worked in the junk business, flea markets and was with Paris Iron and Metal for 20 years.

He was also preceded in death by a daughter Kimberly Relford; a brother Richard Relford and sister Louise Davis.

Survivors include children Steve Relford, Jeff Relford, Lisa Relford, stepson Jerry Belt; numerous grandchildren; a brother Robert Relford; sisters Annie Morelock, Ann Caffee and Hazel Relford.

Online condolences may be made at www.fry-gibbs.com.

Patsy Carter Ford, 72, of Sumner, died Monday, March 4, 2013 at Brentwood Terrace in Paris. Graveside services are set for 10:00 A.M. Saturday, March 9,2013 at Prairie Ridge Cemetery in Sumner, Texas. Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home has charge of the arrangements.

Patsy was born in Paris, Texas, on January 6, 1941, the only child of James and Dorrell Perkins Carter.  She attended Central School her entire school career.  She retired from North Lamar Independent School District after 26 years as a paraprofessional.  She had  passion for working with students with learning disabilities and special needs.

Patsy was a member of Maxey Baptist Church and served in many capacities.  She was also very active in the Maxey Community Center and the Women’s Home Extension or “The Club” as it was called for years.  She had a love for children, (especially her two granddaughters), cooking, and entertaining guests in her home.

Patsy was preceded in death by her parents and a special Uncle Gene Carter, whom she considered her brother and best friend.

She is survived by her husband, Harold Ford, of Sumner, her daughters Jami Roper and husband Mike of Conroe, Texas, Joi Lin Roberts and husband Shayne of Paris, Texas, and son, Jeffrey Ford of Sumner, her granddaughters, Cali Clare Roper, of Conroe, Texas, and Carter Larkin Brumley of Paris, Texas who were the lights of her life, and her “Special Angel” Mrs. Betty Pratt who took such excellent care of her throughout her illness along with sisters-in-law Laura Jean Ford, Jeanne Ford, brothers and sisters-in-law James and Jean Ford, and Robert and Lois Ford.

Patsy’s family would like to thank the staff at Brentwood Terrace and Waterford Hospice for the loving care that was given to her throughout her illness.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to North Lamar Education Foundation (NLEF) 3201 Lewis Lane, Paris, Texas 75460.

Online condolences may be sent to the Ford family by visiting www.fry-gibbs.com.

May Bell McFadden, 85, of Paris, passed from this life Monday March 4, 2013 at Paris Regional Medical Center. Starrett Funeral Home will conduct graveside rites at 11:00 a.m. Saturday March 9, 2013 at the Antioch Cemetery, with Edwin Umphress officiating.

The family will greet friends at the cemetery for one hour prior to the service.

May Bell was born May 14, 1927 in Lamar County, a daughter of Jap and Clarcey Roebuck Cockrum. She was a graduate of Delmar schools, then spent a career in hospital and nursing home work. She was of the Baptist faith.

She married Steve McFadden, who preceded her in death. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Carl Edward Ford, on February 7, 2003; by two brothers, J.W. Cockrum and Jake Cockrum; and by a sister-in-law, Maxine Cockrum.

She is survived by two sisters, Kathleen Umphress, of Valliant, OK and Elizabeth Whitaker, of Paris; two brothers, Chester Cockrum, and Kenneth (Chock) Cockrum, both of Paris; numerous nieces and nephews; and a special friend and caregiver Richender (Jean) Samis, of Paris.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Antioch Cemetery Association.

Friends may register in May Bell’s Book of Memories at www.starrettfunerals.com.

Dollie Davidson Dicken, 89, of Paris, passed from this life on Tuesday March 5, 2013 at Paris Regional Medical Center. Starrett Funeral Home will conduct funeral services at 11:00 a.m. Friday March 8, 2013 at the Southside Baptist Church, with Rev. Gary Reed and Rev. Billy Norris officiating. Interment will follow the service at Evergreen Cemetery. Dollie’s body will lie in repose at the church for one hour prior to the service.

The family will receive friends at Starrett Funeral Home from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday.

Dollie was born July 6, 1923 in the Glory community of Lamar County, a daughter of James Henry and Hattie Adams Davidson. She was a graduate of Glory schools, and of the school of nursing at the Sanitarium of Paris, and was a professional caregiver in Paris hospitals until she began employment with Dr. Charles McMillan, until her retirement. Not one to stay idle, she then entered employment as a greeter at Walmart, and as a caregiver for the elderly until her final retirement at her family’s insistence and her personal dismay. She was a longtime member of the Southside Baptist Church, and a Past Worthy Matron of Order of the Eastern Star.

Dollie married Delbert Euell Dicken on December 6, 1944 in Lamar County. He preceded her in death on July 26, 1999.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by five sisters, Marie Watson, Irene Barnes, Ruby Bills, Willie Mae Roper, and Robbie Reed.

She is survived by a son, James W. Dicken and wife Frances, of Wichita Falls; a granddaughter, Shawntel Golden and husband Adam, of Paris; two grandsons, Michael Dicken and Ronald Dicken; two great-grandchildren, Garrett Golden and Chesney Golden; and a brother-in-law, Casey Roper, of Alabama; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Named to serve as pallbearers are Adam Golden, Garrett Golden, Rick Browning, Roy Beard, Keith Watson and David Watson

In lieu of usual remembrances, memorial contributions may be made to the Southside Baptist Church, 790 Jefferson Road, Paris, TX 75460, or the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital, 2222 Welborn Street, Dallas, TX 75219,

The family would like to express their thanks and gratitude to her caregivers, Myra Kinard, Helen Rayburn, Ludy Sessums, the fifth floor staff of Paris Regional Medical Center, Dr. Thomas Troutt, and the entire staff of Stillhouse Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.

Friends may register in Dollie’s Book of Memories at www.starrettfunerals.com.

Helen Geneva Exum, 91 of Powderly, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday,  March 5, 2013 at her home surrounded by her family.

Funeral services have been set for Friday, March 8, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. at Powderly Church of Christ with David Ballard officiating.  Interment will follow at Long Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 7:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home.

She is survived by her husband of 74 years, Lois W. Exum; children, Lois (Johnny) Exum and wife Sharon, Jimmy Exum and wife Joyce, Tommy Exum and wife Jo, Sonia McKnight and husband Butch, Judy Exum and Ron Brannon,; grandchildren, Bob McKnight and wife Darla, Johnny Lee Exum, Doil Tingen and husband Von, Deidre House and husband Mark, Lance Exum, Brad McKnight, Bo Exum and wife Liz, Marty Exum and wife Tammy, Geanie Freeman and husband Curtis, Ashley Exum, Casidy Figueroa and husband Jeramy, Cyrena Brannon, Lacey Brannon; 26 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Polly Morris; brothers, R.L. Douglas, J.C. Douglas, J.M. Douglas.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Donna Kim Exum; parents, Walter and Ellie Douglas; sister, Louise Douglas, brother, Scott Douglas.

Pallbearers will be Bob McKnight, Johnny Lee Exum, Lance Exum, Brad McKnight, Bo Exum and Marty Exum.  Honorary Pallbearer will be Tem Exum.

Helen was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother.  Her door was always open and the coffee pot was always on.  She loved cooking for the whole family.  Granny’s butter roll was the best in Texas.  We love our Granny.

Online condolences mey be sent to the Exum family at www.fry-gibbs.com.

Ruth Marie Mueller went to be with the Lord on March 6 2013. She was born in Dallas Texas in 1926 to Leo and Bessie Houck. Mom enjoyed spending time with family and friends and her door was always open. She loved gardening and actively participating in events with her children and grandchildren – from Girl Scouts to Little League. She is preceded in death by her husband Maj. John J. Mueller (Ret) and is survived by her children: daughter Karrell Staton (Joe), daughter Mary Ann Franklin (Rickey), son John Mueller II, daughter Jan Marquez, and daughter Laura Mueller (Robert Mann).

She also leaves behind many beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren: grandsons Russell Gamble (Rachael) and John David Pate II, granddaughters Tera Pate, Alenia Huellemann (Ralph), Karrell Chambless (Steven), Alicia Pruitt (Richard), and Scarlett Mueller, great grandchildren, James, Maleena, Joseph, Jacob, Anna, Kaitlyn, Kameron, and Simon.

She is also survived by three sisters, Vivian Huff, Joanne West and Lorabelle Zercher, and many nieces and nephews.

Services are under the direction of Bright-Holland Funeral Home. Burial will be made in Barancas National Cemetery in Pensacola, FL.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made to: Gideons International, % Mrs. Edgar Ground, 875 SE 39^th St., Paris, TX  75462.

To leave a message or tribute for the family please visit www.brighthollandfuneralhome.com.

Beauron W. Fields, 85 of Paris, passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at Stillhouse Rehabilitation and Healthcare.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home.  Burial of ashes will take place at a later date.

He was a member of Cannanland Church of God.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Geneva Fields; sons, Charles Warren Fields and companion Judy Anderson, Rickey Don Fields and wife Mary Ann; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brothers, Charles Warren Fields, Rayford Fields.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Connie Kerr Fields; several brothers and sisters.

The family wants to give a special thanks to Dr’s Trammell, McLemore and Tijerina; also, a special thanks to Stillhouse Rehab and Healthcare and Hospice Plus for all of their care and kindness.

We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. — 2 Corinthians 5:8

Dorothy Calloway, 96, of Paris passed away Friday, March 8, 2013 in Paris Regional Medical Center.  Services are scheduled for 2:00 pm, Sunday, March 10^th in the Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home chapel at 730 Clarksville St. with Associate Pastor Betty Lyke officiating.  Burial will follow in Mt. Tabor Cemetery in Caviness.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Dorothy was born November 6, 1916, the second of seven children to Roy and Tempia Caviness, near Paris in the Broadway Community.

She married Eugene Trenton Little in 1938. He preceded her in death on February 12, 1975.

Dorothy married Henry Alton Calloway in 1976.  He preceded her in death on January 5, 1995.

She is survived by her four children, Kenneth Gene Little and wife Lorraine of Bulverde, TX., Lanny Dale Little and his wife Juanita of Germantown, MD., Donnie Brian Little and his wife Christine of Augusta, GA., and Peggy Little Hall and her husband Jim of Greensboro, GA., 7 grand-sons, 6 grand-daughters, 1 great grand daughter, special nieces Annette Caviness and Linda Russell of Paris and many other nieces and nephews.

She worked at Campbell Soup for over 17 years until retirement.  She gave over 17,000 volunteer hours with the McCuistion Regional Medical Center Auxiliary and was a member of the United Methodist Church of North Lamar Parish.

Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.fry-gibbs.com.