Monitor Photo/Denise York
Claycomb and Associates presents a slideshow presentation of the design for the new high school CTE addition.

Ted Harlan Bayless, 80, of Gun Barrel City passed peacefully Dec. 2, 2024 at home, surrounded by his loving family. 
Ted was a devoted family man, a true patriarch and provider.  He proudly served his country in the United States Navy and then worked without tire as a dedicated loan officer for many years. After retirement, he steadfastly dedicated his time to his local community serving on the water board.
Ted was an avid golfer, a voracious reader and above all cherished quality time with his family.

Joe Charles Walenta, Jr. of Gun Barrel City, passed away Nov. 17, 2024. He was 91 years old.
Joe was born to Joe Charles Walenta and Mary Albina Michalic Walenta March 1, 1933, in Richmond.  
Loving husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend. 

Larry Jon Wilburn, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away Nov. 24, 2024.
Larry had a fulfilling career at Southwestern Bell from 1967 until his retirement in 2001. He spent the next 13 years serving in the transportation departments of Duncanville ISD and Mabank ISD.
Larry was a dedicated Christian and member of First Baptist Church in Gun Barrel City. 
He had a love for life, particularly for traveling, boating, and golf and cherished spending time on the water.