It is with a heavy heart that I bring you the news of the passing of Harry Morgan. His portrayal of Colonel Sherman T. Potter on M*A*S*H really helped me to learn a lot about life. I guess, in hindsight, it was the writers of the show who actually put the words in his mouth, …
Category Archive: Obituaries
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Oct 09 2011
Raider Nation Mourns Loss of Owner Al Davis
Al Davis, whose iron-fisted reign over the Raiders for practically their entire existence led to three Super Bowl titles and made the silver-and-black franchise a symbol of renegade toughness, died Saturday. He was 82. I have been a proud member of the “Raider Nation” for as long as I can remember. The Oakland Raiders have …
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Sep 23 2011
William Edward “Eddie” Broadwater, 55
William Edward Broadwater, who worked with the US Army Corps of Engineers for 28 years, died late Thursday evening as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Eddie, as he was known to his friends and family, was a free-spirited man who loved the outdoors. He passionately enjoyed hunting and fishing. He will …
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Aug 26 2011
Lindsey Springfield, Jr. (60)
Lindsey Springfield, Jr. a Vicksburg resident passed away on Wednesday the 3rd of August following a sudden illness . He was 60. Mr. Springfield was employed as a custodian at the Dana Road Elementary School and was retired from the U. S. Army. He was of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by …
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Jun 03 2011
James Arness, Gunsmoke Legend, Rides Into the Sunset at 88
It’s a sad day here at the Vicksburg Daily News offices. A part of our childhood is gone. The legendary James Arness, who just celebrated his 88th birthday, has died. Arness, who shared his birthday with John Wayne (1907), is best known for playing the part of Marshal Matt Dillon – a part he played …
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