In the beautiful valley of Dry Creek this week, we would like to say that Sept. 11, 2001 has not been forgotten. We remember the heroes and victims of that day. We also remember those brave fire fighters who went into the burning buildings on a rescue mission. Many lost their lives and never lived to realize the results of their efforts.
On this year’s anniversary, Sept. 11, 2012, we say thank you to the heroes of that event which was tragic for our nation.
We are reminded of our own people who have spent much of their lifetime contributing to the Dry Creek Valley to make it a better place to live and enjoy God’s creation.
Our brave boys who were not afraid to go into the military and fight for our freedom, we remember them.
Two received the Silver Star, the highest honor, Joe Frazier and Gary Cripps, while many others received the Bronze Star and other distinguished medals. We thank you soldiers.
Other men and women served in many professions which in different ways made our community, county, state and our nation a place where citizens can enjoy a comfortable life, a good education, religious freedom and happiness.
Our motto is “Others”-Neighbors helping neighbors. And for our own county fire fighters, police department and to all who protect our community we say “thank you” and we truly appreciate your services.
Our community extends its sincere sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Ray David Hare in the death of his father Mr. Ray Hare of Lebanon.
Members and Pastor Bro. Donald Owens of Dry Creek Baptist Church were at Woodbury Funeral Home Sunday evening to be with Ray D. and Loretta Hare and family.
Our prayers and love go to the Hare family in the loss of their loved one. May they look to God for comfort and mercy.
Mrs. Wanda Cripps and Brody, Mt. Juliet, Mr. and Mrs. Jerald Cripps, Dismal Road, Mr. and Mrs. Jordan Cripps and Christian and Justin Cripps were the Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. Jim Cripps, Mr. Dwight Cripps and Joe Ayers.
Mrs. Lisa Cripps and Mrs. Louise Frazier attended the Pea Ridge reunion on Saturday. (There will be more on the reunion next week.)
Mr. and Mrs. David Reynolds, Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Kimbrell, Mr. Kenny Edge, Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Hendrix and Mr. and Mrs. Jared Hendrix were the Sunday dinner guests at the home of Mrs. Louise Frazier.
Our community extends sincere sympathy to the family of Mr. Billy Phillips Sr. of Smithville in its time of sorrow. May God’s love and mercy sustain them in the loss of their loved one.
Dates to remember at Dry Creek Baptist Church are Sept. 24 there will be a trip to Amish Country in Kentucky and the bus will leave at 8:30 a.m.; on Sept. 27 the seniors will go out to eat at Cheddars in Cookeville and will go shopping after; on Oct. 8 the church will take up the Golden Offering for Tennessee Missions; Oct. 25 the senior adults will go to Fall Creek Falls to sightsee and have dinner with Bro. Owens at the park cafeteria; and on Nov. 14 the church will have its church-wide Thanksgiving Supper and church service.
Everyone is welcome at Dry Creek Baptist Church, Bro. Don Owens, pastor.
The world and its desires pass away, but the man who does the will of God lives forever (I John 2:17).