I owe Gabriella “Rella” Seay Morris (1873-1962) for this essay. Recently I discovered two volumes that she wrote, with the topics being her family history and local facts too. She wrote well, and I could probably use her information for 20 or 30 of these Musings. Instead, I’m just skimming the surface today.

James Marvin 'Cowboy' Williams passed from this life on Monday, May 29, 2023 at 1:20 a.m. after a brief illness at the age of 96 years at his home on his prized Bar W Ranch in Bedias, Texas.

William Ray “Bill” Surface was born September 10, 1933 in Houston, TX. He went to be with the Lord June 3, 2023 in Huntsville, TX. Bill was born to George Lester Surface Sr and Della Mae Hastings Surface. He was the third of six children.

A funeral service honoring the life of Florece Barrier, age 72, of North Zulch, was held 10 A.M., Saturday, June 10, 2023, at Willowhole Cemetery Chapel near North Zulch. Rev.

Barbara Ann (Genzer) McVey; 76 years, 9 months, 22 days; of Madisonville; passed away on Wednesday; June 7, 2023 in College Station. Barbara’s life will be celebrated at 1PM on Sunday; June 11, 2023, at Day Funeral Home Chapel in Madisonville with the visitation scheduled to begin at 12PM prior to the service.

GALA NETTLES Here’s something that should make you smile. Last weekend Sam Bennett made the cut in the Ohio Memorial Tournament, his first tournament as a professional golfer.

Dublin, Ohio - Sam Bennett, the promising young golfer from Texas A&M, concluded his professional debut at the Memorial Tournament with a commendable performance, securing the 63rd position. Despite facing a challenging tournament, Bennett showcased his determination and skill as he navigated the formidable course at Muirfield Village Golf Club.

On August 2, 2021, Officer Joseph Messer with the Madisonville Police Department was dispatched to the Game Room located at 204 S. May Street in reference to an Aggravated Robbery.