Obituary

Tom Green County Commissioner Sammy Farmer died Jan. 20, 2026, at the age of 74. Sammy’s life was first and foremost rooted in his love for Jesus Christ. His faith was not merely spoken, it was lived out daily through selfless service, humility, and genuine love for others. As a devoted deacon at Immanuel Baptist Church, Sammy led quietly but faithfully, pointing others to … [Read more...] about Tom Green County Commissioner Sammy Farmer

Danny E. Craig Sr. died Oct. 29, 2025, at the age of 63. He served as a Gregg County Commissioner from 1999 to 2006 and was re-elected in 2022. He was also a former county sheriff’s deputy. Danny owned Craig Funeral Home in Longview and was the pastor of Woodland Hill Church of Christ. Craig Funeral Home shared the following: It is with profound sadness and deep gratitude … [Read more...] about Gregg County Commissioner Danny Craig Sr.

Jerry Zack Cooper of the Hagansport Community in Franklin County passed away peacefully at his home on Sept. 21, 2025, at the age of 66. He was born in Mt. Pleasant to Jearl “Mutt” and Lucy Smith Cooper. Jerry was a lifelong resident of Franklin County. He married his high school sweetheart, Jennifer Mays, on Oct. 11, 1980, and together they built a life rooted in love, family, … [Read more...] about Franklin County Commissioner Jerry Cooper