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Shooting Husband MICHELLE ARAUJO By Alice Gilroy Lockney Justice of the Peace Michelle Araujo, 33, was arrested Saturday, March 10, for allegedly shooting her husband, Romeo Araujo, 39. She was brought before Judge Penny Golightly at approximately 3:15 p.m. Saturday, and charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon. Because Araujo is an elected official, the Floyd County Sheriff's Office turned the investigation over to the Texas Rangers. Ranger Marshall Thomas is handling the investigation. Only a few details of the shooting are available for publication because of the ongoing investigation. According to Law Enforcement authorities, the Floyd County Sheriff's Department was notified by W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital that a shooting victim had been brought to the hospital by private vehicle. Mr. Araujo was then taken by helicopter to UMC Hospital in Lubbock where he underwent surgery for multiple gunshot wounds to the abdomen area. Mr. Araujo was able to give a statement to authorities and Michelle was later arrested at home after law enforcement spoke to a witness. The shooting allegedly took place at the Araujo's home, approximately 7 miles north of Lockney on FM 378. According to District Attorney Becky McPherson the charge of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon is a 2nd Degree Felony. "This is the same degree as attempted murder and from the initial investigation we know she intended to shoot him but we need further investigation to determine if she was trying to kill him." A person convicted of a 2nd Degree Felony can be sentenced to 2-20 years in prison and a fine up to $10,000. After arraignment, Michelle Araujo immediately bonded out on a $25,000 bond set by Judge Golightly. Usually a bondsman requires 15% of the bond. According to McPherson, Randall County District Attorney James Farren will present this case to the Floyd County Grand Jury. "It will go before a Grand Jury," said McPherson. Michelle Araujo also serves as the City Judge of Lockney. She was appointed Justice of the Peace in October 1999, by the Floyd County Commissioners. She was then elected and has served in that capacity since then. She is the daughter of Robert and Libby Delgado, of Lockney. She graduated Lockney High School in 1992, and attended Ranger Junior College for one year on a track scholarship. She then transferred to South Plains College in Levelland and received her Associate of Arts degree in Criminal Justice. She then attended Texas Tech and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science with a minor in Spanish and Business Management. The Araujos have been married for 14 years and have 4 children. Romeo is the son of Angel and Emma Araujo, of Lockney. He is a farmer. He is currently listed in stable condition.
CAN ARAUJO CONTINUE TO SERVE? Many questions have been posed on the legality of Araujo serving as Justice of the Peace after being charged with a felony. According to District Attorney Becky McPherson, "According to Art. 16, Section 2, an elected official would be automatically removed from office if convicted of a felony. The arrest itself is not grounds for an automatic removal." However, the County Attorney of a County, can initiate a removal suit of an elected official based on certain criteria. Two citizens can also bring a petition for removal of an elected official to a County Attorney. However the decision to move forward with the petition would ultimately be up to the County Attorney. When questioned on the grounds or procedures to remove an elected official, Floyd County Attorney Lex Herrington said, "I've never had any cause to research that. I don't know what the grounds are to remove an elected official and I have no idea where to find it right now." The grounds for removal can be found in Chapter 87 of the Local Government Code. The code states an elected official can be removed for incompetency, official misconduct, or intoxication caused by drinking alcoholic beverage. The deadline to sign up to be on the ballot for school board, city, and hospital elections is over. Write in candidates have until Monday, March 19, to file their intentions. Early voting will take place, April 30-May 8. Election day is May 12. Floydada ISD In the FISD races: Incumbent Marty Lucke is being challenged by Tom Farris for the At-Large position. Bart Greer is running unopposed in Pct. #5. Amado Morales is unopposed in Pct. #4. Early voting at FISD offices and election will be held at the Massie Activity Center. City of Floydada Mayor Bobby Gilliland is running unopposed. Incumbent Sheldon Sue is unopposed in District 3. Incumbent Ruben Barrientoz is being opposed by Sam Green. Early voting will be at City Hall. The election will be at the Massie Activity Center, 7 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Caprock Hospital District Running unopposed At-Large are: Hulon Carthel, Eric Smith (for the position vacated by Kyle Smith), and Denise Payne. If there are no write-in candidates the hospital district will not have an election. Lockney ISD Incumbent Trustee Aaron Wilson is unopposed in Pct. #3. Pct. #4 Trustee Robbie Long will be opposed by Mike Mathis. At Large Incumbent Lonnie Hooten is being challenged by Linden Morris. The election will be held in the Senior Citizens building. City of Lockney Running unopposed are incumbents Kelly Prayor, Pct. #4; Michael DeLeon, Pct. #5, and Mayor Rodger Stapp. There will be no election if no one signs up as a write-in. Lockney General Hospital District There was no information available at press time.
ALEXIS HALL
TATE GREER March 24th, Super Saturday, is the date set for the annual Floyd County Friends Benefit Gala. Local entertainment will be presented by college students Tate Greer of Floydada and Alexis Hall of Lockney. Tate Greer is a graduate of Floydada High School and he has played with the Highway 70 band and is now a student at South Plains College. He is majoring in Commercial Music and he plays each Thursday with Night Life and with the South Plains Playboys. Tate is the son of Bart and Shawnda Greer of Floydada. Alexis Hall is a graduate of Lockney High School and she is now a freshman at Wayland Baptist University majoring in Vocal Performance. She has been singing publicly since early grade school and qualified to compete at the State UIL Solo and Ensemble Contest all four years of high school where she received a "T" rating. Alexis now sings with the International Choir at Wayland which traveled to China over spring break, and has accepted an invitation to sing with a traveling prison ministry for the summer. Her parents are Bobby Hall, Provost and Academic Vice-President of Wayland University, and Laurie of Laurie's Custom Framing in Lockney. Gala guests will be served fillet mignon and all the trimmings provided by Lowe's Supermarket and Cargill Cattle Feeders. A $1,000 giveaway, by First National Bank of Floydada, is one of many prizes to be given away at the Gala. Other prizes are: a $5,000 Yamaha Bruin 4-Wheeler (1st Prize) and a $600 Tom Tom GPS system (2nd Prize). You do not have to be present to win. Prize tickets are $20 each or 6 for $100. Tickets to the Gala can be purchased from any Floyd County Friends Director, or at Nick Long State Farm Insurance in Floydada at 983-3441, or at D&J Gin in Lockney at 652-3351. Gala tickets are $30 each, or a table of 8 for $280. A Silent Auction and Live Auction, to be conducted by Tim Assiter, will have a wide variety of auction items. Anyone can make a donation to the auctions. The featured speaker will be Lance Barrow, Coordinator Producer of CBS Sports. He produced this year's Super Bowl and is a nine time Emmy Award Winner. Barrow served as the Floydada Chamber Manager in Floydada from 1978-1982. He has produced many world sports events, such as ski jumping in 1994 Olympic Winter Games, NCAA basketball games, college football games and auto racing events. Local entertainment will be presented by college students Tate Greer of Floydada and Alexis Hall of Lockney. The
Gala will start at 6:00 p.m. and end around 9:00 p.m.
The Lockney School Board will hold their monthly meeting in the High School Library, Thursday, March 22. The agenda will include discussion of purchasing a wind turbine for LISD electricity needs. "We would like the publics input," said Superintendent Phil Cotham. The meeting will start at 7:00 p.m.
LAKEVIEW CEMETERY NEW ENTRANCE MARKER--Joe and Jean Appling are shown by the new Lakeview Cemetery entrance monument donated by the Applings and other donors. According to records, the first grave was dug at the cemetery in 1904. Many pioneers of Floyd County have been buried there over these many years. Joe Appling told the Hesperian-Beacon, "The reason for this marker is Loreen Newberry, and old acquaintance, wanted a marker here for years, so I decided it was time to put one up." Staff Photo
By Darwin Robinson The Floyd County Commissioners met Monday, March 12, and reappointed Preston Belt as the Floyd County Emergency Coordinator and approved County Judge Penny Golightly to serve on the board of Work Source of the South Plains. Belt was reappointed unanimously by the court as the Floyd County Emergency Coordinator. Belt resigned the emergency coordinator position on January 30, 2007 due to personal reasons. He sent word to the court that he was ready to take the position back, if the court wanted him again. County Judge Penny Golightly told the commissioners, "We, the court, want to let Paul McIntosh know that we appreciated his willingness to fill in as the county's emergency coordinator until we could find someone. We are glad to have Belt back." Judge Golightly told the court that she had been asked to serve on the board of the Work Source of the South Plains. "I am happy to represent Floyd County," said Golightly. In other matters, Dr. Davor Vugrin, project director of the Lubbock/South Plains Colon Cancer Prevention Task Force, and Nancy Henderson of Lockney both spoke to the court about an awareness campaign in 2007 to inform the public about colon cancer prevention. Dr. Vugrin said, "We are funded by the U.S. Center for Disease Control and we have been very successful in Lubbock County fighting colon cancer, especially in its early stages. We will make a difference. This in not about cancer, it is about life! Colon cancer can be prevented if one stays active, eats more vegetables and gets regular checkups. We hope to reduce colon cancer by 90 percent by 2011." Henderson told the court, "I appreciate your participation in this awareness proclamation for the prevention of colon cancer." According to Henderson, her husband, Randy, has had a ten year struggle with colon cancer. Both Henderson and Dr. Vugrin encourages everyone, young and old, to have a colonoscopy done and especially those 50 years old and over. Jeanette Brosch, a representative from SPAG, addressed the commissioners concerning the need for someone in Floyd County to be trained to help in the conversion of rural addresses to house numbers for 911 emergency purposes. Brosch told the court, "We have a year to convert all the rural routes in the county over to 911 (house numbers)." Upon the recommendation of Judge Golightly, the commissioners unanimously approved County Judge Secretary Angie Gonzales to be trained and reimbursed for time and travel in this county-wide 911 change over. Commissioner Jon Jones stated, "I want to go on record that this is a non-funded mandate by the federal government meddling in our (the county's) business and forcing us to have to do this." The court unanimously approved the low bid of $22,172.00 presented by Oden Chevrolet of Floydada for the purchase of a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado extended cab, 4-wheel drive, pickup to be used by the sheriff's department. In a related matter, the commissioners approved the bond for Sheriff Deputy Trey Dolloff and the deputation of Cory Speed, as bailiff/transporter. Concerning the May 12, 2007 General Election, the court approved the consolidation of two voting boxes in Pct. 24, South Plains voting box and Mt. Zion Baptist Church voting box, to be at one voting box location at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Floydada. The other three voting boxes in Floyd County will be at: Pct. 23, Floyd County Courthouse; Pct. 1, Massie Center, W. Georgia; and Pct. 18, First United Methodist Church, 102 W. Poplar, Lockney. The county has a constitutional amendment to be voted on in this election. There are no candidate positions to be voted on. The commissioners gave permission to Judge Golightly to sign an agreement with Jerry Lux, representative with a Christian Radio Station, to lease space on the county's radio tower just west of Floydada. Following a lengthy discussion, the court unanimously voted not to open the courthouse basement to the public to be used as a storm shelter. Some of the reasons for not opening the basement to public was: lack of ventilation, lack of restrooms, lack of handicapped facilities and lack of accessibility from the outside. The commissioners accepted the letter of resignation by recently hired Budget/Finance Clerk Gayla Griffin. In a related matter, the Budget/Finance Clerk position was discussed by the commissioners. Commissioner Lennie Gilroy pointed out that with the new software installed maybe the position was not even needed to be filled. "Perhaps we could hire an auditor quarterly for checks and balances," said Gilroy. Commissioner Jon Jones added that it was very important to have a certified audit. "Maybe we could get Elva part-time help at certain times of the month. Maybe we could ask local auditors like Fred Thayer, Edd Henderson or Darla Chappel to help us part-time," said Jones. Commissioner Bill Quattlebaum also commented on the need to have an outside company to come in and help if needed. "Let's look into a part-time position," said Quattlebaum. Judge Golightly added that she knew of a qualified person, Dennis Morgan, that has shown interest in the position. "I will check with him and let the court know what he thinks about the position available and I believed it should be a full-time position," said Judge Golightlly. County Treasurer Elva Martinez said that she believed it should be a full-time position because of payroll time "for around 95 employees, training conferences that usually fall the week before the monthly board meetings and just the need to keep caught up on all the bills and entries to be posted during the month. Jack Covington has been helping me get caught up." Melissa Long, Floyd County Extension Agent, gave the commissioners a report concerning her training classes she has given the past month, such as, Food Protection Management classes, Better Living for Texans and Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes. The commissioners approved a Family Protection fee of $15 for fines collected and to be used locally with the Children's Welfare Board and the court approved an agreement for the Drug and Alcohol Program. County Treasurer Martinez presented to the court the February, 2007 Financial Report. The report showed a Beginning Balance of $998,592.88, Receipts of $204,933.28, Transfers In and Out of $177,997.04, Disbursed at $158,513.35, leaving an Ending Balance of $1,045,012.81. The court transferred $48,200 from the Road & Bridge Fund into the four precincts at $12,000 each, with $200 going into the Law Library. The commissioners voted to sell some of their surplus equipment by holding a county auction in the near future. Five
farm contracts were approved. They were: Pct. 4, 4 miles
east of Floydada on Highway 70, to clean out waterways, by
Louis Cervera; Pct. 4, 14 miles and 5 miles north of
Floydada, to move dirt away from furrows, by Zane Colson;
Pct. 2, 4 1/2 miles northwest of Floydada, to clean our
drainage ditch, by the Carthel Brothers; Pct. 4, 10 miles
east and 3 miles north of Floydada, to build up feed road,
by Jon Jones; Pct. 4, southwest of Dougherty approximately 3
miles, to blade dirt away from fence line, by Jason Everett.
The Floydada Chamber of Commerce needs nominations from the community for the Extra Mile Award, Citizen of the Year, Volunteer of the Year and Employer of the Year. The awards will be presented at the annual Chamber banquet, April 10. The Extra Mile award is a person that goes beyond the normal volunteering. Their accomplishment might have been accomplished over a period of time. Citizen of the Year is an outstanding citizen that has been recognized for their accomplishment for the good and growth of Floydada throughout the year. Volunteer of the Year is a person that goes beyond devoting all his or her extra time for the good of everyone. Employer of the Year is nominated for his or her devotion and concern for all of his or her employees and for the best interest of the business. For
more information, call the Chamber office at 983-3434. You
may also purchase your tickets for $12.50 at the office or
from any Board of Director. All nominations need to be
turned in to Patti at the Chamber office by March 26, 2007.
You may also mail your nominations to Floydada Chamber of
Commerce and Agriculture, P.O. Box 147, Floydada, Tx. 79235.
By Darwin Robinson The Floydada ISD Board met Tuesday, March 6, and approved a 2007 superintendent's evaluation list of district goals and approved an election agreement between FISD and Floyd County. The five 2007 district goals approved by the board and presented by Superintendent Jerry Vaughn were: (1) The board will see improved curriculum alignment across grade levels within subject areas, such as, new programs, program modifications, new strategies and special programs as required by the state. (2) The superintendent will work toward improving communication from the district to the board, staff, students and community members, including an FISD newsletter and weekly radio spots. (3) The superintendent will ensure the continuation, maintenance and upgrade of the technology immersion project and enhancement of instruction throughout the district. (4) The superintendent will work with the board, architect and staff to ensure successful construction and renovation of the A.B. Duncan Elementary project that meets the needs of the district, including progress and any restraints or changes needed. (5) The superintendent will work toward the development of a special education program to meet the needs of all FISD special needs students within the fiscal limitations of the district, including personnel and complying with all federal and state regulations. Board Members Bart Greer and Kerry Pratt both questioned the wording, "within the fiscal limitations of the district," of number 5, concerning the special needs students, Superintendent Vaughn assured them, "Whether we are in a co-op, or not, these services have to be provided within our budget." Board Member Rachel Castillo questioned the use of the term "work in progress" on many special needs children's report cards during the year. "This doesn't help the parents to know how their child is, or is not, progressing." Board Member Amado Morales added, "I believe the phrase 'work in progress' sounds degrading." FHS Principal Wayne Morren responded, "Some special ed students are in regular classrooms and some are not. Some receive regular grades, but some receive 'work in progress' just for sitting at the table." Castillo responded, "Then I believe we should explain this to the parents at their regular ARD (parents Special Ed information) meetings." Concerning the February bills, Board Member Greer said, "I just want to go on record that I believe we need to stay under our budget, such as our new upcoming construction at Duncan this year." Superintendent Vaughn again assured Greer that every aspect of the new construction at Duncan would be covered in their work sessions and the board would vote on each phase of the construction and renovation. Pratt and Greer both questioned several large February expenses, such as, $30,361.01 to Hammond Sheet Metal, $17,225.00 to Grimes & Associates, $14,490.00 to Indeco Sales, Inc. and $10,000.00 to AXA Equitable. Superintendent Vaughn explained, "The Hammond Sheet Metal bill was for the new air-conditioners at the high school, which was pre-approved by the board and in our budgeted items. The Grimes & Associates expense was a percentage payment, about 6 percent, of what we owe them and this will be on going. The Indeco Sales, Inc. expense was for the new furniture at the high school library and it was board approved and the AXA Equitable (a yearly incentive payment to be collected after 5 years) is in my contract." Concerning the election agreement between FISD and Floyd County, Superintendent Vaughn explained, "We already use the county's voting machines and meet under one roof at the Massie Community Center and we still have separate elections. This agreement is just a required formality for FISD." In other matters, Superintendent Vaughn told the board the summer school begins on May 31 and will end on June 28. "This summer, due to the upcoming construction at A.B. Duncan Elementary, we will conduct our elementary summer school at R.C. Andrews Elementary, including our food program, while our high school summer school program will be held at the high school as usual." Business Manager Sharon Rainwater gave the board a February, 2007 Tax Statement and a Cash Flow Statement. The February Tax Statement showed $1,787,668.21 collected to date, which is 90.77 percent. The Cash Flow Statement showed Expenditures in February to be $643,792.71, with an Ending Cash Balance in Bank at $7,305,639.64. The board employed Michael Smith as a bus driver. The board accepted the resignations of Sarah Womble, Grade 3 teacher at R.C. Andrews Elementary; Shiloh King, English/coach and Daniel Johnston, History/coach at FHS; and Shelly Miller, Science/coach at FJHS.
JAMES O. ANDERSON James Oran Anderson, 83, went to be with his heavenly Father on Monday, March 12, 2007 after a brief illness. He was born to William Nelson and Eunice Farmer Anderson on October 30, 1923. He also had a second mother, Viola Brown Anderson. James graduated from Floydada High School and attended Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. He served his country in WWII as a decoder for the Signal Corp and as a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division. He and Jean Waller were married on August 10, 1947. James was a Realtor, salesman and farmer and at the time of his death was overseeing his farm. He retired from Montgomery Ward in 1988. He was ordained a Deacon at Trinity Baptist Church and served for many years. At the time of this death he was a member of Oakwood Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Winnie Ruth Anderson Willis and Mary Grace Anderson. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Jean of 59 years; two daughters, Shirley and husband Edward Anglin of Massachusetts and Nancy and husband, Gerald Purdy of Waco; three grandchildren, Angela and Mark Wood of Waco, Caryn and Stacey Smith, Jr. of Richardson and Kacey and Dr. Joshua Warren of Houston; three great-grandchildren, Ryan Mark Wood, Stacey Reese Smith, III and Ally Anderson Wood. The family received friends from 6-7:30 pm, Wednesday, March 14, 2007 at White Funeral Home, 2210 Broadway, Lubbock, Texas. Celebration of Life Services will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, March 15, 2007 at Oakwood Baptist Church with Rev. Woodrow Jackson officiating joined by Gerald Purdy, son-in-law of James. Graveside Services will follow at 2:30 pm in Floydada Cemetery. Memorials may be made in James' honor to Hospice of Lubbock, P.O. Box 16800, Lubbock, Texas 79490-6800. Arrangements are under the personal care
of White Funeral Home of Lubbock. Online condolences may be
sent at www.whitefuneralhome.com.
FLORENCE B. HOWARD Florence Boyd Howard, 91, died Monday, March 12, 2007 in Ballinger. Services were held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 14th at First Baptist Church in Trent. Reverend Eric Lovell officiated. Burial was held in the Newman Cemetery in Fisher County, directed by Starbuck Funeral Home of Merkel. Visitation was held from 10:00 a.m. to noon before the funeral at the church. Florence was born March 16, 1915 in Gouldbusk to Robert Arch and Exa Elizabeth Mauldin Boyd. She married Leo Burl "Red" Howard on December 21, 1935 at Newman. He preceded her in death March 1, 1978. Florence was a Baptist. She was a team mother for her husband who was a coach for many years and a homemaker. She loved music and caring for her family. Survivors include 3 daughters, Bobbie Elliott and husband Bernie of Ballinger, Sue Reeves and husband Keith of Floydada, Joyce Lovell and husband Eric of San Saba; 2 brothers, Buddy Boyd and wife Alma of Sweetwater, Damon Boyd and wife Atha Lee of Imperial; grandchildren, Ronnie & Jesalyn Elliott, David & Tammy Elliott, Gary & Cathy Elliott, Jennifer & Monte Pierce, Jamie & Bryant Jones, Trena Reeves, Debora & Monte Weaver, Becky & Mitch Ross, Dana & Christopher Perez; and 18 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a sister, Vera Sharp; brothers, Ross, Fred, Bert, Earl and J. P. Boyd. Memorials may be made to the activities fund at Heritage Oaks Estate, 2001 6th St., Ballinger, TX 76821 or to Ronnie Elliott Benefit Fund for kidney transplant at First National Bank of Ballinger P.O. box 680 Ballinger, TX 76821 We want to thank the staff of Heritage
Oaks Estate for their loving care.
F. L. MONTANDON Francis Louis Montandon, Jr., 85, of Aiken, passed away from this life Monday, March 12, 2007, at his residence. He was born December 16, 1921, in Rochester, TX, to F. L. Montandon II and Esther Cook Montandon. F.L. Jr. graduated from high school in Knox City, TX, in 1940. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942-1946. He graduated from Texas Tech University in 1947. F.L. Jr. was employed as vocational agriculture instructor in Lockney, TX, from 1947-1952. He served as Elder for Main Street Church of Christ for nearly 40 years. F.L. Jr. also served on Lockney General Hospital Board of Directors from 1980-1982, the Lockney Coop Board, and was named Floyd County Pioneer Man of the Year in May 2002. He farmed in Aiken community for 15 years and in Sandhill community for 40 years. He married Mary Lois Booker on March 17, 1944, and they enjoyed nearly 63 wonderful years together. Survivors include his wife, Mary Lois Booker Montandon; three sons, Francis Louis Montandon IV and wife Debbie of Lockney, Robert Mark Montandon and wife Kathy of Merriam, KS, Paul Raymond Montandon and wife Sarah of Hot Sulphur Springs, CO; one daughter, Lila Earwood and husband Rodney of Rio Rancho, NM; eleven grandchildren, Cody Montandon and wife Angie of Justin, TX, Josh Montandon and Rochelle Montandon of Denton, TX, Caleb Montandon of Chino Valley, AZ, Heather Montandon of Chino Valley, AZ, Amanda Montandon of Denton, TX, Zane Montandon of Levelland, TX, Zach Montandon of Lockney, TX, Gillian Earwood of Rio Rancho, NM, and Sage Earwood of Rio Rancho, NM; seven great grandchildren, Seth, Ethan & Natalie of, Justin TX, Samuel Montandon of Denton, TX, Silas Montandon of Chino Valley, AZ, Dominic and Jayden Amerson of Kansas; one brother, Tommy and wife Leo Montandon of Lubbock; and one sister, Mary Ellen and husband Carl Jennings of Tulia. He was preceded in death by his mother Esther Montandon, his father F.L. Montandon Sr., mom Bessie Montandon and a brother James Montandon. Family and friends were greeted from 5-8 P.M., Wednesday, March 14, 2007, at the funeral home. Funeral services will be at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, March 15, 2007, at the Main Street Church of Christ in Lockney with Jay Don Poindexter, officiating. Burial will be in the Lockney Cemetery under the direction of Moore-Rose-White Funeral Home of Lockney. The family suggests memorials be made to
Sunset International Bible Institute, 3723 34th Street,
Lubbock, TX. and Adventures in Missions(AIM), Sunset Church
of Christ in Lubbock, TX.
DEMETRICE A. SHERRILL Born to James and Eula Ellis in Wapanucka, Oklahoma on March 28, 1938. Demetrice Ann McCool graduated from Lockney High School in 1957. She married Charles Sherrill on January 23, 1962. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Donita Sherrill in 2004 and by her mother, Eula Ellis in 2005. Survivors are two daughters, Tammie (James) King, Janet (Bernie) Pacheco, both of Lubbock and one granddaughter she raised, Denise (Bob) Marley of Smyer. Other survivors are three grandchildren and her father, James Ellis of Ralls, formerly of Lockney. Siblings include Kenneth (Linda) McCool of Ralls; Claudine (Myron) Cook of Michigan, Carolyn (Joe) Cate of Lubbock, Vernon (Debbie) Ellis of California and many nieces and nephews. Mom was taken from this world on February 25, 2007. We celebrated and honored her on March 3, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at the Agape Funeral Chapel in Lubbock. Graveside services followed in Lockney at 3:00 p.m. We love you Mom.
CARROLL J. SIMS Floydada Fire Chief, Carroll J. Sims, 67, of Floydada passed away on March 7, 2007 at his residence. Carroll was born on January 23, 1940 in McKinney, TX. to Carroll Lloyd and Mabel Bell Sims. He had two sisters, Wanda Ruth Todd of Oregon and Jimmie Lloydene Cantrell of Colleyville, TX. Carroll was a volunteer firefighter in Floydada for 43 years and was the fire chief for the last 16 years. He was active in helping his community and the surrounding areas. Carroll was a member of both the Panhandle Firemen's and Fire Marshall's Association, where he was past secretary/treasurer, and the Texas Fireman's and Fire Marshall's Association. He was retired from the Texas Department of Transportation. He is preceded in death by two sisters, Wanda Ruth Todd and Jimmie Lloydene Cantrell and both of his parents, Carroll Lloyd Sims and Mabel Belle Sims. Carroll married Mary Elizabeth Wright on August 30, 1968. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; his son, James Randall Sims and wife, Starla Michelle Sims of Floydada; his daughter, Therese Rachelle Sims of Floydada; his three grandsons, Timothy, Tyler and Connor and the rest of his family of the Floydada Fire Department. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 9, 2007 at the First Baptist Church. Wyley Chaney, Chaplain of PFFMA officated. Burial was held in the Floyd County Memorial Park under the arrangements of Moore-Rose-White Funeral Home of Floydada. Memorials can be made to the Floydada Fire Department, Floydada, TX. 79235.
By The Way | by Alice Gilroy
A View From The Lamplighter | by Ken Towery
Classifieds
FOR SALE--45 large round bales of Pioneer Sweet. Never been rained on. Call 806-983-3832.
Lockney 815 W. COLLEGE, LOCKNEY--Garage sale Friday, 8-5. Paddle boat, canoe, 50cc 4-wheeler and much more.
PART-TIME POSITIONS available. 20-25 hour week. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends. Apply in person at Subway. Hiring to start right away.
HELP WANTED--Producers Coop Elevator is looking for a self starting, dependable and hard working person to add to their Grain Elevator Team. Must be willing to work overtime during harvest and cross train in the fertilizer division. Apply in person at 301 E. Missouri and ask for Jeff Taylor.
PARENT/FAMILY LIAISON-FAMILY CONNECTIONS PROGRAM--Must be a parent or family member/primary care giver of a child with special needs who has accessed the social services delivery system. Provides family support for youth with mental health needs following system of care values and guiding principles. Assists Project Director and agency partners with implementing Texas Integrated Funding Initiative grant. Project covers several West Texas counties. High School diploma or GED required, college preferred. Driver's license required. Mail resume/application to Project Director, 105 Main, Floyd County Courthouse, Suite 206, Floydada, TX. 79235; Fax: (806) 983-4929: E-mail: kaybrother@msn.com
HELP WANTED--Ground rig spray applicator needed. Salary, acre bonus and health benefits. Must have farm experience. Call 652-2152.
THE GEO GROUP, INC. --Dickens County Correctional Center has an opening for the position of Substance Abuse Counselor. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Must possess a LCDC or LPC by the Texas Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors and/or national certification. Must hold a State Chemical Dependency Counselor's License. One year prior experience or one year teaching experience. EOE. All interested candidates should apply in person at 2637 FM 261, Spur, TX or on the web at:www.thegeogroupinc.com<http://www.thegeogroupinc.com>
THE GEO GROUP, Inc. --Dickens County Correctional Center now hiring the following: Correctional Officers - $8.75-9.00/hr; Cook Supervisors - $9.00/hr. Must pass physical and background check. EOE. All interested candidates should apply in person at 2637 FM 261, Spur, TX. or on the web at: www.thegeogroupinc.com<http:// www.thegeogroupinc.com>
Floydada COUNTRY HOME--3 bed, 2 bath home located south of town. Located on 1.36 acres with a barn. Call Dedra at Assister & Associates. 806-983-3322.
HOUSE FOR SALE--Owner financing. 407 W. Lee. Call 781-0802.
801 MESQUITE--3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage, storm cellar. Call 983-2048 or 983-3284.
HOUSE FOR SALE--3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1 car garage. 815 W. Jackson, Floydada. $40,000. Call 806-296-5006 (H) or 806-292-5408(C).
HOUSE FOR SALE--3/1-1/2-2 - 714 W. California. 1800 sq. ft. Call 806-543-7540.
COZY 3 BEDROOM, 2 bath home located in the 800 block of west Ross in Floydada. A MUST SEE! Call Assiter & Associates. 806-983-3322.
ROARING SPRINGS RANCH CLUB membership for sale. $500. Reg. price - $995. Dues current. Call 983-1709.
STEREO SPEAKERS for your laptop. $15.00 per set. Limited quantities so hurry! Floydada Economic Development Corporation & Technology Center. Call 983-3318 (105 South 5th Street). FLOYDADA SELF-STORAGE business for sale. 102 units with cash flow potential of $4000 per month. This is an excellent opportunity for a local person to own and manage. $219,000. Call Eddie @806-778-9466. More info at www.storagezone.com/floydada
PLAINS BELL FEDERAL CREDIT UNION --206 W. California, Floydada. Remember us for all your personal financial needs - CD's, loans, checking and savings accounts. Call Laura at 983-3922. www.plainsbellfcu.org
LATEX FOAM mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, need money today. $599. 806-549-3110.
BRAND NEW, Sofa/love/chair-3 pc. table set, microfiber. Must sell quickly. $799. 806-549-3110.
DARK SLEIGH bed w/dresser, mirror, chest, nightstand. Brand new, boxed. List $2500, sell $999. 806-549-3110.
COFFEE TABLE SETS and sofa tables, $99, $139, $199, $299. Distributor Liquidation. Call 806-549-3110.
2 PIECE QUEEN pillowtop/orthopedic mattress set, new, warranty. $129. Call 806-549-3110.
BED-KING/cal king pillowtop mattress and box. $229. In plastic, warranty. 806-549-3110.
BRAND NEW double/full size mattress set. $119. TWIN mattress set. $99. Under warranty. 806-549-3110.
MICROFIBER SOFA, loveseat. Coffee tables too. Desperate! $499. Call 806-549-3110.
FORMAL DINING ROOM TABLE, 6 chairs, Hutch/Buffet. Brand new, must see! List $3133. Sell $999. 806-549-3110.
ALPHATEX KENNEL, AIKEN, TEXAS offers superior quality AKC Registered, DNA Certified Collies, Golden Retrievers and German Shepherds. Puppies and stud service available. www.alphatexkennels.com
LARRY OGDEN AUCTIONEER--Estates, Farm, Ranch, Business, Liquidations, State Licensed and Bonded. (806) 983-5808. TX. #9240.
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