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American Press
29-05-2025
- General
- American Press
Shirley Ann Saltzman
Shirley Ann Saltzman, 76, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Grand Cove Nursing Home in Lake Charles, La., surrounded by love and the comforting presence of her family. Born on July 30, 1948, in Columbus City, Ind., Shirley was the cherished daughter of George and Lois Lafleur North. A proud graduate of LaGrange High School, she carried her deep-rooted values of kindness, strength, and faith with her throughout her life. A devout Catholic, Shirley found joy in the simple, beautiful moments, cradling babies, listening to music, dancing with delight, camping under the stars, and always wearing something blue, her favorite color. More than anything, she treasured time spent with those she loved. Whether it was a large family gathering or an afternoon visit, Shirley made everyone feel at home in her presence. She was the beloved wife of 46 years to Littleton J. Saltzman, who stood faithfully by her side through every season of life. Her love lives on in her daughter, Pennie Bowman; her grandchildren, Lacie Bowman, Maggie Bowman, and Michael Paul Lacombe II (Camila), Michael was her devoted caregiver; her great-grandchildren, Jaxtyn and Halen, and her godchild, Mandi Gallagher. Shirley shared a special bond with Cathy Perry-Smith, her 'sister by heart,' and was a guiding light to numerous nieces, cousins, and extended family. She now reunites in Heaven with her parents; her beloved son, Michael P. Lacombe; her brothers, Larry North and Robert North, and her sister, Judy Benoit, each of whom she held close in her heart. A funeral service will be held to celebrate Shirley's life at 2 p.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025, in the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel, 4321 Lake Street, with Msgr. Jace Eskind presiding. Interment will follow in Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. Family and friends are invited to gather at the funeral home on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of service, with a rosary at 1 p.m. Those who are able, please consider wearing something blue on Friday in Shirley's honor. Though she may no longer walk among us, Shirley's spirit full of grace, laughter, and love will continue to live on in all whose lives she touched. Words of comfort to the family may be expressed at
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
‘Ride for Willie T. and Car Show' event canceled by City of LaGrange
LaGRANGE (WRBL) — The City of LaGrange has decided 'Ride for Willie T. and Car Show' scheduled for April 12. The city says the event is being canceled in an effort to support other local school car show fundraisers happening during the same time. 'In the spirit of supporting students, the very reason we were doing this fundraiser in the first place, we realized our event would be scheduled within weeks of two other car shows, hosted by LaGrange High School on April 19 and Troup High School on May 17.' Organizer and City Councilman Quay Boddie. 'These are meaningful fundraisers organized by students, parents, and alumni who are working hard to make a difference in young people's lives and we don't want to take any attention or support away from them.' Councilman Boddie created the 'Ride for Willie T. and Care Show' to honor the memory of the late Willie T. Edmondson. The goal of the car show is to support local students directly. It also raises money for the Willie T. Edmondson Memorial Scholarship Fund. 'Supporting the children isn't just a cause, it's a calling that the late Willie T. Edmondson himself believed in deeply,' Boddie said. 'We feel the best way to honor his legacy is by putting the students first.' Boddie says the city will reimburse those who have registered for the event and provide entry fees if they would like to participate in either car show at LaGrange High or Troup High. Boddie added the city will also provide a raffle prize to each school's car show to help boost their fundraising efforts. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
LaGrange High School teacher awarded district Teacher of the Year
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — A LaGrange High School teacher was chosen as Troup County's Teacher of the Year on Wednesday night. Mr. Aidan Blackwell, teacher of 11th and 12th grade IB History of the Americas and 11th and 12th AP History, was announced as the winner during the annual TOTY reception at the Oakfuskee Conservation Center. Blackwell was chosen by three out of the system judges who visited the candidates in their classroom to observe a lesson being taught and to interview the finalists. Deneshia Norman, a 7th-grade English Language Arts teacher at Callaway Middle School, and Kathey Sandiford, a 5th-grade writing teacher at Long Cane Elementary School, were also finalists. In addition to being named the TCSS Teacher of the Year, Mr. Blackwell will now represent Troup County Schools in the state Teacher of the Year competition sponsored by the Georgia Department of Education. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
