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Michael R. “Mick” Prine, 79, died Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025 at Pioneer Manor in Hugoton.
He was born Feb. 26, 1946 and was adopted by Hallie and Wilda Prine.
In 1965, he was drafted into the U.S. Army, beginning a 40-year military career. He retired from the Army Reserve in 2006 at the rank of Major. Throughout his military career, he earned many commendations and many letters of commendation from brigade and division commanders.
Florence Ann Dodson, 79, died Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025 at Oklahoma Heart Hospital in Oklahoma City.
She was born Feb. 26, 1946 to Floyd and Goldie (Mead) Shephard in Beaver County, Okla.
She married Delbert Wayne Dodson Nov. 26, 1961 in Beaver, Okla. He preceded her in death Nov. 6, 2024.
JOHNSON – Cora Avitia, 78, died Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025 in Johnson.
She was born Sept. 22, 1947 to Steven and Carmen (Lovato) Minjarez.
She married Hermilo Avitia in 1972. He preceded her in death.
She spent 29 years at Stanton County Hospital, where she served as the Head of Housekeeping.
FOWLER – Bruce L McClaren, 95, died Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025.
He was born Nov. 6, 1930 to James and Frances (Vanderee) McClaren.
He married Norma Blanchett June 19, 1955. She survives.
After graduating from Lewis High School, he served four years in the United States Air Force. Upon his discharge he returned to Lewis, later moving to Ulysses before moving to Fowler, where he created and established his farming career.
ULYSSES – Maria D. Borboa, 81, died Friday, Nov. 14, 2025 at her home in Ulysses.
She was born Aug. 13, 1944 to Francisco and Margarita (Armenta) Riesgo.
She married Peter Borboa Jan. 12, 1963. He preceded her in death.
She enjoyed family time and being involved with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
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