Kathryn Ann “Cookie” Burdge, 83, of Liberal, peacefully passed away on Aug. 7, 2026, at the University of Kansas Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. 

She was born Nov. 30, 1942, in Tazewell, Va. to Lloyd and Catherine Johnson. She and her family moved to Liberal in 1953.

Kathryn graduated from Liberal High School in 1956. She went on to pursue a career in cosmetology at Venus Beauty Academy in Wichita, where she worked for many years.

Maurice Duane Barr, 94, passed away with family beside him holding his hand Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026 in Satanta.

Maurice was born June 12, 1932 in Manhattan to Carroll Francis and Jane E. (Shehi) Barr. He was the seventh of eight children and the last of his generation.

He graduated from Silver Lake High School in Silver Lake with the Class of 1950. Just as he was embarking on his chosen occupation of rancher, the United States Army drafted him into service. He faithfully served two years of active duty in the Korean Conflict.

Wayne Clifford Forward, 98, died Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. 

He was born Feb. 22, 1928 in Goddard.

He graduated from Hugoton High School and joined the U.S. Navy. He served in Guam from 1946 to 1948.

Jeffery Kent Nagell, 72, died Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026.

He was born Dec. 19, 1953, in Inglewood, Calif.

He will be remembered for his quick wit, humor and passion for sharing God's word, and he had an amazing gift for teaching.