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01/10/2026

Graveside services for Linda Kay Taylor, 81, of Pittsburg, Texas, will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Simpsonville Cemetery with Brother Richard Wells officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of McWhorter Funeral Home.

Linda was born on August 13, 1944, in Port...

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01/09/2026

Thinking about your own mortality can feel uncomfortable, but sharing your story can offer comfort and healing. In the article below, discover how legacy projects create lasting connections and support your loved ones through grief.

Legacy projects are something for your loved ones to remember you by when you're gone. Start telling your story today!

01/07/2026

Retirees have a unique opportunity to pour their skills and energy into meaningful community connections. In this article, you?ll discover six ways you can make a difference.

Looking for volunteer opportunities for seniors? We've got you covered. Here's how you can get involved now.

01/05/2026

Memorial services for Rylan Joseph Reneau, 15, of Big Sandy, Texas, will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, January 11, 2026, in the Chapel of McWhorter Funeral Home.

Rylan was born on April 1, 2010, in Longview, Texas, to Katrina Marie Reneau and passed from this life on December 21, 2025, in Gilmer,...

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01/05/2026

Memorial services for Bocca Lou Bullock Cagle, 92, of Gilmer, will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Gilmer Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Chance Henson and Bro. Charles Johnson officiating. The family will receive friends at 1:00 pm, an hour prior to the service. Private...

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01/05/2026

01/03/2026

Paul Edward Patterson Jr., 82, of Gilmer, Texas, was born on February 6, 1943, in Dayton, Texas, to Paul Edward Patterson Sr. and Dorthey Sue Towler Patterson and passed from this life on January 3, 2026, in Gilmer, Texas.

Paul married Donna Blalack on March 13, 1964. He worked as an operator...

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01/02/2026

Are you looking to honor a veteran?s military service at their final goodbye? Check out these 20 ideas for how you can personalize a beloved veteran?s funeral to highlight and celebrate their military service in a way that is tailored to their one-of-a-kind story.

There are so many way to go about personalizing a veteran's final tribute. Here are 20 ideas to get you started with your own brainstorm!

01/01/2026

Edward Elton Sartors, 68, of Gilmer, was born on January 19, 1957, in Gregg County, Texas, to Edward Elton Sartors and Betty Sue Young, and passed from this life on December 26, 2025, in Avinger, Texas.

Edward was known to his loved ones as Cowboy. He was an extremely good-hearted man who was...

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01/01/2026

A new year has come. Let’s make the most of it by spending time with those we love most!

12/31/2025

As 2025 comes to a close and you prepare to celebrate 2026, you might be wondering how tomorrow became a holiday. Read more about the importance of New Year’s traditions in the link below! 🎉 cutt.ly/new-years-history