Dr. HV Copeland Scholarship Recipient
hyee_para2026-07-27T15:12:47+00:00Dr. HV Copeland Scholarship Recipient Steliyan Nedelcher Steliyan received a $500 scholarship from Frost Bank - Baylor University - majoring in Psychology.
Celebration America’s 250 Years
hyee_para2026-07-27T15:02:25+00:00America's 350 @ Epic Central - Grand Lawn On Independence Day, the Grand Prairie Historical Organization set up a welcoming booth featuring our beautiful Goodwin Cabin banner. Larry, James, and Jonathan worked diligently to secure the banner despite shifting winds, while Michael cheerfully assisted the steady stream of visitors eager to pose for photos [...]
Greta Faye Berry Beckler
hyee_para2026-07-27T14:56:44+00:00Greta Faye Berry Beckler February 12, 1934—May 5, 2026 GPHO life member Greta Faye Beckler passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, at Midtowne Assisted Living in Midlothian, Texas, surrounded by the love and memories of the family and friends who cherished her deeply. She was 92 years old. Greta was born in [...]
GPHO Ice Cream Party – Scoop of Summer
hyee_para2026-07-27T14:53:06+00:00Scoop of Summer Ice Cream SocialOn a bright Saturday afternoon, July 25, 2026, the Grand Prairie Historical Organization welcomed friends, families, and history lovers to our Scoop of Summer Ice Cream Party—and what a delightful day it was!Laughter filled the room as guests of all ages enjoyed cool, creamy treats while soaking up a little [...]
Charles “Chuck” Curtis Bancroft Jr
hyee_para2026-07-23T15:04:41+00:00Charles "Chuck" Curtis Bancroft Jr November 19, 1954 -June 21, 2026 Charles Curtis Bancroft Jr., affectionately known as Chuck, passed away at the age of 71 in Grand Prairie, Texas. Born in Greenville, Mississippi, on November 19, 1954, Chuck was the eldest son of Charles Curtis Bancroft Sr. and Lena Mae Richardson Bancroft. He [...]
William “Sage” H. Sengbush
hyee_para2026-07-23T15:02:38+00:00William "Sage" H. Sengbush September 7, 1951-July 5, 2026 William “Sage” H. Sengbush, 74 died peacefully on July 5th, 2026. He was born on September 7th, 1951, in Dallas, Texas to Raymond and Earlene Sengbush. He loved growing up with his older sister Lynn and younger brother Larry, climbing the pecan tree in their [...]
Helen Brooks Chenault
hyee_para2026-07-23T14:57:12+00:00Helen Brooks Chenault 1931-2026 Our mom and Mimi, Helen Brooks Chennault, went home to be with the Lord and loved ones on June 3, 2026. Helen was born July 21, 1931, the first child of Ernie and Ila Brooks. Helen attended Dallas schools, graduating at age 16 from Woodrow Wilson High School in [...]
Shirley Reed Wilkins
hyee_para2026-05-25T10:18:31+00:00Shirley Reed Wilkins May 11, 2026 It is with great sadness that we share the passing of one of our beloved members, Shirley Reed Wilkins. Shirley graduated from Grand Prairie High School in 1954 and married the love of her life, Billy Wilkins, in 1955. Together they built a beautiful life and shared nearly [...]