August 2022

Paul Edward Irwin, 76, peacefully passed away at his home on Saturday, August 13, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Paul was born on May 2, 1946, in the Bethlehem Community near Wills Point.

Carolyn Jay McCondichie Grinstead was born on May 13, 1939 and entered heaven’s gates on August 5, 2022. A Memorial Service will be held on September 3, 2022, at 3 p.m.

Services for Mrs. Linda M.

Frank Earl Williams, Jr., known to many as “Tank”, 45, of Wills Point, passed away suddenly on July 30, 2022, in Jasper, Alabama. Tank was born on April 29, 1977, in Dallas, to Betty Lou and Frank Earl Williams, Sr.

Services for Kenneth Earl Talburt, 74, of Rockwall, were held Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Bartley Funeral Home with Bro. Eddie Paul Stanley officiating.

The start of a new football season is now less than a week away for county schools with Canton, Edgewood, Fruitvale, Grand Saline, Van and Wills Point all set to hit the field Aug. 26.

Lester Earl Godwin III departed this life on August 4, 2022, at the age of 80, in Dallas. A memorial service was held at St.

Seniors may have more time for leisure and recreation than working adults, and the summer months provide ample opportunities to get active. After months of chilly temperatures, seniors in various parts of the country may be eager to get outdoors and enjoy some fun in the sun.

Rob Toups, retired Band Director of Canton High School, was installed into the Texas Bandmasters Hall of Fame during ceremonies held in conjunction with the annual Convention of the Texas Bandmasters Association meeting in San Antonio July 23.