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Michael Alan Beckerman, 72, died Friday, July 18, 2025.
He was born March 1, 1953 to Fred and Judy Beckerman.
He was a graduate of Fowler High School and spent several years farming alongside his father.
He later went on to own and operate both a welding shop and a liquor store, reflecting his entrepreneurial spirit.
ELKHART – Charles Wayne "Chuck" Oswald, 85, died Monday, June 30, 2025.
He was born June 14, 1940 to Raymond and Mabel (Sloan) Oswald.
He graduated with a class of 14 from Yarbrough High School in Eva, Okla. in 1958. He earned a degree in mechanical engineering from Oklahoma State University.
Henry Helmke, 81, passed away at home in Corinth, Texas, surrounded by family, on Friday, June 20, 2025.
Born in Pratt to John and Margaret Helmke, Henry grew up on his family farm with his brothers, William and Walter.
After graduating from Kansas State University in 1965, he began his career in agriculture.
Wilmer D. Bennett Sr., 82, died Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at his home in Liberal.
He was born Sept. 29, 1942 to Alfred and Zella Marie (Chamberlain) Bennett.
He married Sharon Sims Nov. 1, 1959. She preceded him in death.
Rodney Paul Urwin, 71, died Friday, June 27, 2025 at his home in Liberal.
He was born Nov. 4, 1953 to Lynn and Mary (Gechter) Urwin.
He married Gwendolyn (McAdams) Urwin Jan. 1, 1996. She preceded him in death.
He proudly served in the U.S. Army, with notable service in Germany.
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