By Sandra Grizzle
Family and friends gathered Tuesday morning at Camp Ben McCulloch to say goodbye to Gunner Thames. Gunner touched so many lives in his short 15 years, making many friends along the way. He was much loved by all who knew him, and he will be missed. As someone said, “not gone, just gone ahead… heaven has a new cowboy.”
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Seton Hospital-Hays has awarded the Hays Hero for the month of September to 81-year-old Geri Miller of Buda. The Hays Hero Award is for “loyal dedication and unwavering commitment. A thank-you for your outstanding contributions toward our goals and for making our organization stand above the rest.” This is the first time it has been awarded and will now be given every month. As Miller said, “I am proud to be the recipient of this prestigious award.”
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There were 24 players in the “42” tournament held at Onion Creek Senior Citizens Center last Friday. Nolan Kunkel earned the first place trophy and prize with Richard Harlow coming in second place, followed by third place, Lorette Rouse, fourth place, Bill Burrell, fifth place, Sis Law and coming in sixth was Jim Stavlo. A barbecue meal was served for lunch.
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Birthday wishes go out to twins Quinton and Lauren Rodriquez, who will be nine years old on Sept. 16; Deborah Lake and Sarah Duke on Sept. 17; Carol Gage and six-year-old Jack Haberer on Sept. 19; Jim Fletcher, Perry Heath, Helen Hawkins, Tristan Jordan and Allen Watson on Sept. 20; Faye Fletcher on Sept. 21 and John Marquess on Sept. 22.
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Congratulations to Julie and Dane Gibbs who have been married 11 years on Sept. 21.
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Is it OK to wear white after Labor Day? Some fashion experts say “no” to wearing white pants or shoes. Some folks say no white on rainy days or after Labor Day. Just maybe it is OK to wear white above the waist at any time.
