UPDATE ON Claude Jones:
Mary called and said Claude is finally OUT of isolation and will be moving back to his room —D73!! He is so happy for this news! Both Mary and Claude want to thank EVERYONE for the many prayers!! Praising God for good things!! ♥️
Friday, May 29, 2020
Our Sympathy...
Linda Kay Pridemore Nichols 73, of Powderly, died at 8:08 PM, Thursday, May 28, 2020 at Heritage House of Paris. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, June 6, 2020 at the Cross Branch Cowboy Church. Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home has charge of cremation arrangements.
Linda was born February 24, 1947 in Paris to Chester Lee and Dolleris Lorene Hicks Pridemore. She graduated from Central High School and received her dietary certification from Paris Junior College. Mrs. Nichols married Jack Dwight Nichols on September 19, 1964 in Paris. He died May 13, 2004. She was a member of the Cross Branch Cowboy Church.
Survivors include his two children, Stacey Dwight Nichols and wife, Kathy and Kristi Nichols Garrett and her husband, Curtis, all of Reno; four grandchildren, Ashley Nichols of Paris, Calley Nichols and fiancé, Lance Luetge of New Ulm, Texas, Kasey Hooks and husband, Brandon of Dallas, and Landon Garrett and wife, Courtney of Alba, Texas; four great-grandchildren, Maliya Nichols, Aubree Savage, Axton Garrett, and Beau Garrett; one brother, Garry Pridemore and wife, Sharon of Oklahoma City; and one sister, Kathy Pridemore Mull and husband, Mike of Powderly. She was preceded in death by her husband and parents
Linda was born February 24, 1947 in Paris to Chester Lee and Dolleris Lorene Hicks Pridemore. She graduated from Central High School and received her dietary certification from Paris Junior College. Mrs. Nichols married Jack Dwight Nichols on September 19, 1964 in Paris. He died May 13, 2004. She was a member of the Cross Branch Cowboy Church.
Survivors include his two children, Stacey Dwight Nichols and wife, Kathy and Kristi Nichols Garrett and her husband, Curtis, all of Reno; four grandchildren, Ashley Nichols of Paris, Calley Nichols and fiancé, Lance Luetge of New Ulm, Texas, Kasey Hooks and husband, Brandon of Dallas, and Landon Garrett and wife, Courtney of Alba, Texas; four great-grandchildren, Maliya Nichols, Aubree Savage, Axton Garrett, and Beau Garrett; one brother, Garry Pridemore and wife, Sharon of Oklahoma City; and one sister, Kathy Pridemore Mull and husband, Mike of Powderly. She was preceded in death by her husband and parents
Thursday, May 28, 2020
Prayer Request 5/28
Kay Langley sent this message: Everyone at LACOC was sooo good to pray for Jerry when he had his wreck 4 years ago, and we need those prayers again. His ankle injury from the wreck has been getting worse and Monday June 1st he is having surgery to fuse his ankle hopefully to take away his pain. With his diabetes we especially pray for good healing.
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Monday, May 25, 2020
Prayer Request - 5/25
Nora White's husband Jimmy is in PRMC with pneumonia in both lungs. Prayers for healing.
Prayer Request - 5/25
Pam Cattabiani posted this message: I am in the Paris hospital emergency room since early this morning with PVCs of the heart. The doctor is going to keep me overnight and I will see my cardiologist but there is nothing serious wrong with me. Thank you for prayers. If you would like to phone me my number is (903) 513-0382. God bless you and much love.
The Coach & Grace
Eighteen years ago, former Alabama football coach Gene Stallings made a difference in the life of a grieving woman and her beautiful newborn. It's a story about love and compassion, a story that has not been told until now. This is the story of The Coach and Little Grace. Her heart was heavy on Mother's Day 2002. Laura Davis was depressed and confused as her first child slept at her side. Was she crazy to feel so sad, so hopeless? After all, her daughter Grace was a mere 14 days old- 27-year-old Laura Davis was supposed to be happy. As Grace slept, Laura asked God for answers. How was she supposed to care for a child with Down syndrome? How was she supposed to see the future as her child had just been diagnosed with two holes in her heart? How was she supposed to have hope when her doctor told her that little Grace would never walk, talk or read? Her husband was doing his residency in Columbus, Ohio, and while Chris was working hard, Laura cried. She was overwhelmed. She missed her hometown of Vestavia Hills. She missed talking about life and Bama football with her friends. And getting out of bed? It just wasn't happening. The phone rang, and Laura took a deep breath, inhaling tears that had fallen from her eyes. "Hello", said Laura. "Hello, Laura, this is Gene Stallings. I wanted to call to wish you a Happy Mother's Day." Laura's heart jumped. Was it really THE Gene Stallings? From her beloved Crimson Tide? Why in the world was Gene Stallings calling Laura Davis, who was in Columbus, Ohio? "I also want to congratulate you on your newborn, Grace." How in the world did Coach Stallings know about Grace? The two exchanged pleasantries, and then the former Alabama football coach revealed why he was really calling: To give Laura Davis hope. To get her out of bed. The coach proposed a question to Laura: "What is the one thing that you want for little Grace- you want her to someday go to heaven, right?", the coach asked. Said Laura, "Of course!" And then came just one of many bits of advice that the coach offered up: "Well, Laura, Grace has a one-way ticket, because God loves her, and so do you. You may not know this right now, but you are in for the ride of your life. You will never stop loving little Grace." And another piece of advice from the coach: "If the Lord asked me if I would rather have had John Mark the way he is or had him as a "normal" child, I would tell Him that I would rather have had Johnny just the way he is." Coach Stallings said "goodbye" and hung up his phone. The tears in Laura's eyes returned, but this time, they were happy tears. She had chill bumps. Little Grace remained next to her, asleep. We never know when that moment might come, but on Mother's Day 2002 that moment came for Laura Davis. She closed her eyes and prayed, promising God that she was going to make the most of Grace's life and offer her daughter every ounce of love that she could muster. And the call from the coach? It prompted Laura to get out of bed and start the journey. It wouldn’t be long before good things started to happen: The two holes in Grace's heart closed on their own. Grace smiled. Physical therapy began, then speech therapy. Laura and Chris would move back to Vestavia Hills as Grace turned two. Years of hard work followed. Reading, writing, speaking. Vestavia Hills' special education teacher Jennifer Greer came into their lives. Grace blossomed as a cheerleader, a student and a friend. God was good. And now for the cherry on top: Three days ago, Grace Davis, the girl who was doubted, mocked, and given little chance to live a fulfilling life, graduated from Vestavia Hills High School. Grace will enter Auburn's "Eagles" program this fall. Yes, 18 years after doctors doubted her, Grace Davis will be going to college. Chris and Laura Davis are enjoying life in Vestavia Hills. Chris is an ENT doctor, and their sons Jack and Will are growing fast. Laura tells me that she will never forget Mother's Day 2002, the day that she received an unexpected phone call not from a football legend, but rather from the father of a Down syndrome child. It was a phone call that motivated Laura to get of bed and look to the future. A future that ended up being more amazing than she could have ever imagined. And now you know the story of The Coach and Little Grace. A story with a happy ending. University of Alabama Athletics The University of Alabama #GoodNews
Sunday, May 24, 2020
Prayer Request 5/24
Please pray for Kristi Garrett's mom, Linda Nichols. She isn't doing well and is near the end of her life.
Friday, May 22, 2020
Thursday, May 21, 2020
Congratulations!!!
Congratulations to Josh Daniels and Tanissa Fisher!!!
There were married yesterday afternoon in a small, private ceremony.
Josh, Tanissa, Lexie, Maggie, Jax and Jensen... we are so happy for you!
"God blessed the broken road that led me straight to you!"
Josh, Tanissa, Lexie, Maggie, Jax and Jensen... we are so happy for you!
"God blessed the broken road that led me straight to you!"
Friday, May 15, 2020
PRAY
We have many members of LACOC who are on the front lines and continue to need our prayers!
There are also members who have family who are, or have been, ill from Covid-19.
Please keep one another in prayer!
Prayer Request - 5/15
Dorothy Pearce posted this message: My 14-year-old grandson, who has already had two surgeries on his hip due to a school basketball injury, has now been told he requires a total hip replacement. He'll be scheduled as soon as arrangements can be made with hospital. Please add Carter Pearce to your prayer list, as well as his parents Brady and Stephanie.
Our Sympathy...
Our brother Jimmy Faulkner passed away on Thursday May 7th after a hard fought battle with cancer.
Marie posted this message: Would like to say bless you all. Jimmy fought hard, was in a lot of pain, but he died peaceful. He told me to tell you all he loved each of you. We will have a celebration of Life for Jimmy when the Church re opens. announcements will be made. I thank you all for every thing that was done for us this past year. You all made it easier for us with the cards, phone calls, food, visits, and so many other things that was done. I miss my hugs and hand shakes and most of all the being together with my family. Know to each of you , love you all, there is not a better place to come together to worship than Lamar. I need prayers from all of you to adjust to this new phrase of life.
Marie posted this message: Would like to say bless you all. Jimmy fought hard, was in a lot of pain, but he died peaceful. He told me to tell you all he loved each of you. We will have a celebration of Life for Jimmy when the Church re opens. announcements will be made. I thank you all for every thing that was done for us this past year. You all made it easier for us with the cards, phone calls, food, visits, and so many other things that was done. I miss my hugs and hand shakes and most of all the being together with my family. Know to each of you , love you all, there is not a better place to come together to worship than Lamar. I need prayers from all of you to adjust to this new phrase of life.
Thursday, May 14, 2020
Monday, May 11, 2020
Update on Claude Jones - 5/11
Mary Lou Jones said that Claude is still fever free and has good oxygen saturation. He has felt much better the last two days. God is good!! She thanks everyone for their prayers and please continue. Praise God!!!
Sunday, May 10, 2020
Friday, May 8, 2020
Taylor Services...
Pete, the son of Lee Roy Taylor & Ora Proffer Taylor, was born Dec. 17, 1933, in Delta County, TX. On Feb. 6, 1954, he married Lillian Ann Sanders in Paris, TX building 59 years of family and memories before her death on July 24, 2013.
He attended schools in Honey Grove, Brookston, Roxton and graduated high school at West Lamar in 1951. Pete was active with Future Farmers of America activities and served as President of the local chapter and was a District Officer. He worked on a dairy at Paris Junior College, served as President of Klodhopper Klub (Agriculture Club) and graduated in May 1953. He entered the U. S. Navy in September serving at naval bases in San Diego, CA, Norman, OK, Memphis, TN, Corpus Christi, TX and Moffitt Field, CA. Following his honorable discharge, he entered East Texas State Teachers College in Sept. 1957, receiving his BS degree in 1959 and MEd in 1960.
Pete began teaching Vocational Agriculture in 1960 at Lockett High School where he taught for eight years. In 1968, he began teaching at Rivercrest High School where he taught for 22 years. In 1990, he went to work for the Texas Health Department as a meat inspector, retiring at the age of 84 following 29 years service. He was a member of the Lamar Avenue Church of Christ in Paris. Pete was inducted into the Rivercrest Education Foundation on April 12, 2014.
L. P. Taylor and Craig Ingram taught Vocational Agriculture and taught students skills they would use throughout their lives.
Survivors include three children; Sherrie Boyd & husband Alan of Paris, Larry Taylor & wife Gail of Bogata, and Misty Gage & husband Clint of Paris, grandchildren; Lance Taylor of Irving, Lindsey Mayer & husband Josh of Melissa, Logan Taylor & wife Heather of Commerce, Shannon Boyd & wife Kristin of Denison, Allison Hanley & husband Matt of Paris, Grayson Gage of Paris, and Carter Gage of Paris, great grandchildren; Gavin Hanley, Jackson Hanley, Ryland Boyd, Ellington Boyd, Lucas Mayer, and Lincoln Mayer, his beloved Yorkie, Abby, and a plethora of friends.
Casket bearers will be his grandchildren; Lance Taylor, Lindsey Mayer, Logan Taylor, Shannon Boyd, Allison Hanley, Grayson Gage, and Carter Gage. Honorary bearers will be: Bill Jones, Don Stockton, Craig Ingram, Wayne McAnally, William Alexander, Harold Cowley, and Virginia Morales.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made to:
Rivercrest High School Rivercrest Education Foundation, c/o Ann Smith, 4126 Highway 271 South, Bogata, TX 75417
Or
Lamar Avenue Church of Christ, 3535 Lamar Avenue, Paris, TX 75460
Update on Claide Jones
URGENT PRAYER REQUEST:
Just got this news from Mary Lou Jones. Claude tested positive for Covid-19. He is in isolation. He has NO fever but does have a cough and is very tired. Please pray for both Claude and Mary during this extremely difficult time!! Mary said the more people praying the better!
Thursday, May 7, 2020
Prayer Request 5/7
Jeanie Cecil posted this request: My mother, Barbara Madewell, has just been diagnosed with esophagus cancer. I believe in the power of prayer and know that it will absolutely make a difference!
Thank you.
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Update on Jimmy Faulkner - 5/6
Marie posted this update: Jimmy is in transition...2 days at the most. He is in a lot of pain even with the morphine. Please no calls or visits at this time. We love each of you. Please continue to pray for us. Our daughter and son are here. God's blessing to all.
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Our Sympathy...
Funeral arrangements are pending at this moment!
Please keep his children, Larry Taylor, Sherry Boyd and Misty Gage and their families in your prayers in the days to come as they grieve a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather!
Monday, May 4, 2020
Prayer Request - 5/4
Derald Bulls sent this message: AnaLise Long was moved from the ICU. This is a giant step forward and are thrilled about that!
Prayer Request - 5/4
Misty Gage took her dad Pete Taylor to dialysis treatment and they sent him by ambulance to PRMC/ER. His blood pressure and oxygen levels are low. He's having trouble breathing and is extremely weak.
Saturday, May 2, 2020
Update on the Faulkner's 5/1
Charolette Bollman talked with Jimmy and Marie today. Jimmy is at home and is on hospice.
Please keep Jimmy in your prayers' for peace and comfort.
Pray for Marie as she takes care of her sweetheart and that she continues have the stamina to take care of him.
Please keep Jimmy in your prayers' for peace and comfort.
Pray for Marie as she takes care of her sweetheart and that she continues have the stamina to take care of him.
Prayer Request 5/1
Leston and Lareece Maggard are not doing well. They are at home.
Please keep these two in your prayers.
Please keep these two in your prayers.
Friday, May 1, 2020
Congratulations+++
Randy and Loree are thrilled to announce the arrival of their new grandson! Jaxon Duncan Johns was born last night at 11:20. Loree and I arrived in time to stay with Jett so Luke could get Lindsey to the hospital. 7 lbs, 8 oz. not sure when they will be home.