In Loving Memory of Eddie Ray Hill and Candis Jolene Champion
The communities of Nash and Texarkana, Texas, are mourning a heartbreaking tragedy following a deadly shooting that claimed the lives of two individuals on Tuesday morning, May 12, at the parking lot of Texarkana Aluminum on Alumax Road. The devastating incident has left family members, friends, coworkers, and residents stunned as they struggle to come to terms with the sudden and violent loss of Eddie Ray Hill and Candis Jolene Champion.
According to authorities, law enforcement officers responded to reports of gunfire at the facility, where they discovered three victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite immediate life-saving efforts from first responders and medical personnel, Eddie Ray Hill and Candis Jolene Champion tragically succumbed to their injuries at the scene. A third victim survived and was transported for medical treatment as investigators continue working to determine the full circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Officials later identified the suspect as Wendell Lane Champion Jr. Authorities say the investigation remains active and ongoing, with detectives continuing to collect evidence, speak with witnesses, and piece together the events that led to the fatal confrontation. At this time, no clear motive has been publicly released.
The tragic loss of Eddie Ray Hill and Candis Jolene Champion has shaken the entire region. Incidents of violence leave wounds that reach far beyond a crime scene, impacting loved ones, workplaces, neighborhoods, and entire communities. In the wake of this heartbreaking event, many are reflecting on the lives of those lost and the memories they leave behind.
Eddie Ray Hill will be remembered by those who knew him as a man whose presence mattered deeply to the people around him. Family and friends are mourning not only the loss of a loved one, but also the future moments, conversations, laughter, and milestones that will now forever remain memories. His passing leaves a painful emptiness in the hearts of all who cared for him.
Candis Jolene Champion is also being remembered with love and sorrow by those closest to her. The grief surrounding her death is immeasurable as loved ones struggle to process the sudden tragedy. Her life, her relationships, and the impact she had on those around her will not be forgotten. In moments like these, communities often come together to support grieving families, offering prayers, compassion, and strength during an unimaginably difficult time.
As news of the shooting spread across Nash and Texarkana, many residents expressed shock and sadness over the violence that unfolded in what should have been an ordinary morning. Coworkers and community members alike are left searching for answers while mourning lives cut tragically short.
Authorities continue urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward as investigators work toward a complete understanding of what happened. The case remains under active investigation, and officials say additional details may be released as the inquiry progresses.
During this time of profound grief, the thoughts and prayers of many remain with the families of Eddie Ray Hill and Candis Jolene Champion, as well as with the injured survivor recovering from the traumatic ordeal. No words can fully ease the pain of such a devastating loss, but the memory of those taken too soon will continue to live on in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved them.
May Eddie Ray Hill and Candis Jolene Champion be remembered for their lives, cherished for their memories, and honored by all who mourn their passing. Their loss will not be forgotten.







