Ann Brennan, 84, of Gun Barrel City, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Dallas Feb. 8, 1940, she lived a life defined by love, generosity and unwavering strength.  
Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Mildred Smith, grandson Jeremy Don Brennan, brothers John Smith, Walter Smith, T.A. Smith, Fred Smith, Arthur Smith and Jack Smith, sisters Francis Warren, Sue Kirby and Millie Stringfellow.  

Janet Ann Waldman Countryman, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, went to be with the Lord Dec. 24, 2024, at the age of 81. Janet was born Feb. 1, 1943, in New Jersey to Louis and Ruth Waldman. 
As a child, her family moved to California, where she would later meet her husband Gerald, while he was stationed in the Navy. Together, they moved to Mabank where they built a life filled with love, joy and adventure.

HENDERSON COUNTY—According to a press release provided by Henderson County Sheriff Botie Hillhouse, the Henderson County Crimes Against Children Task Force received information in reference to child pornography being shared on the internet. The task force began an investigation and was able to identify Cody Burris who was a Eustace Police Officer to be the suspect of the investigation. 
The task force learned through the investigation that Burris had gained some images while on duty through an online application. 

Courtesy Photo/Kaufman Sheriff’s Office
Kaufman County’s newly elected officials are sworn in Jan. 1 to serve the county beginning in 2025.