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Gurney Unit — family information

Full name
Joe F. Gurney Transfer Facility
Type
Transfer Facility
Gender
Male
Address
1385 FM 3328 Palestine, TX 75803
County
Anderson
Region
Region II
Phone
(903) 928-3118
Senior Warden
Douglas Skaggs
Medical
Medical Capabilities: Ambulatory medical, dental, and mental health services. Managed by UTMB.

Source: official TDCJ unit page — always confirm visitation rules with the unit before traveling.

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