OBITUARIES
Lorren Glaine Bush Smith
October 6, 1942 – March 1, 2022
BOWIE – Lorren Smith, most recently of Bowie, TX, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on March 1, 2022 in Decatur, TX.
The family will announce details for a celebration of Lorren’s life which will be at a later date.
A resident of Bowie, Ft. Pierre, SD and Lake Park, IA, Lorren was the daughter of Glen Bush and Lorraine Bush and was born in Lake Park, IA. Lorren was raised on the family farm near Lake Park along with her sister Jan and brother Shane. She often recounted memories of milking the family cows, working in the corn fields and participating in raising the family’s herd of Hereford cattle. She attended all school grades and graduated from Lake Park High School. Lorren’s classmates knew her by her nickname “Rennie.”
After high school, Lorren had many great experiences and made life-long friends as a young single woman. She attended dental assistant school at the University of Minnesota and also worked as a dental assistant in Sioux Falls, SD. Lorren was an independent, self-supporting single woman of the late 1960s. She was a trail blazer for mid-century working women serving as a role model for her daughters, nieces and granddaughters. She subsequently worked for the Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce and attended an event where she met her future husband, Don Lee Smith of Ft. Pierre, Sd.
Lorren and Don married on Aug. 8, 1970 in Lake Park, IA and settled in Pierre, near the Smith Family Ranch. In Pierre, they raised Don’s three children, Roxanne, Judy and Lee. Although not her children by birth, Lorren lovingly provided care and support for the children throughout their lives.
Lorren worked at the South Dakota State Capitol for several departments and the State Legislature for a number of years. One of her closest friends, Governor Walter Dale Miller, would walk with Lorren on some afternoons to the nearby Smith Family home so he could have a nap there. Lorren was a trusted confidante during his administration. As the wife of a cattle rancher who worked long hours, Lorren also provided vital support to Don on the home front.
Lorren and Don were deeply committed to their faith and were both founding members of the Community Bible Church of Pierre.
Lorren loved eventually living at the ranch south of Ft. Pierre and enjoyed bird watching, entertaining her grandchildren, and traveling the world with Don and close friends. She also enjoyed accompanying Don in his travels to cutting horse competitions throughout the United States. They made many life-long friends and memories along the way.
Transitioning to retirement, Lorren and Don moved to rural Bowie, where Don continued to pursue his cutting horse interests and Lorren enjoyed the peace of rural life along with occasional travel. She and Don celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in August of 2020 along with their children and grandchildren.
Lorren was preceded in death by her father Glen Bush, mother Lorraine Bush and nephew Ryan Bush.
She is survived by her husband, Don Lee Smith; daughters Roxanne Harrison (Christopher), Judy Fisher (Robert) and Don Lee Smith, Jr. Additionally she is survived by her sister Jan (Jim) Wiese and Shane (Bette) Bush. Lorren was blessed with six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews she dearly cherished.
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June 19,1935 – July 22, 2026
BOWIE – Edwin Herman Kleinhans, 91, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026.
A visitation took place from 6-8 p.m. on July 24 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie.
The funeral service was at 10 a.m. on July 25 at Saint Peter Lutheran Church. The burial followed at Salona Cemetery.
Edwin was born on June 19,1935 to Alfred and Bobbette Kleinhans. He spent his entire life in Bowie, where he became a farmer and rancher in the Salona area. Edwin was a 1953 graduate of Bowie High School. He dedicated his life to his family, his faith and the Salona Community he loved.
On July 24, 1954, Edwin married the love of his life, Alta Jo St. John Kleinhans. Their marriage was a beautiful testament to love, faith and commitment. They shared nearly 72 years together, falling just two days shy of celebrating their 72nd anniversary.
Edwin devoted his life to farming and ranching in the Salona community, caring on a tradition of hard work, stewardship and service. He proudly served his country for 10 years in the National Guard. His commitment to serving others continued throughout his life, including 30 years on the Board of Directors of the Wise Electric Cooperative.
He was a member of the Bowie Rural Volunteer Fire Department, where he also served on the board. He served on the Montague County FCA Committee. He was a member of the Montague County Farm Bureau.
A faithful member of Saint Peter Lutherans Church in Bowie, Edwin lived his faith through his dedication to his church and community. Above all else Edwin was a devoted husband, loving father and cherished “PawPaw”. His greatest joy came from spending time with his family and watching generations grow. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, integrity, hard work and unconditional love that will continue through those who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sibling, Francis Aguilar and husband Pete, and son-in-law, Phillip Lawson
Edwin is survived by his wife and children, Brenda Jones and husband Marvin, Bowie, David Kleinhans and wife Rhoda, Bowie, Cynthia Mayes and husband Randy, Flower Mound and Lisa Lawson, Vashti; 32 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; extended family members, and dear friends who will miss him deeply.
Though our hearts are deeply saddened we are assured of the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ. Edwin’s legacy will live on in the land he cared for, the family he cherished and the countless lives he touched through his kindness, service and steadfast example.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of your choice or Saint Peter Lutheran Church.
The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude for the prayers, love and support during this difficult time.
“Well done, good and faithful servant.” – Matthew 25:23.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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October 25, 1961 – July 21, 2026”
BOWIE – James “Jay” Throckmorton Jr. passed away on July 21, 2026.
James was born on Oct. 25, 1961 in Bowie.
He is survived by his girlfriend, Brenda Bishop; parents, James and Louise Throckmorton, Bowie; son, Tommy Throckmorton and wife Kimberly, Bowie; daughters, Savannah Nail and husband Greg of Nocona and Amanda Lemons, Nocona; sisters, Pam Deweber and husband Danny, Decatur and Nancy Jackson and husband Barney, Bowie; brothers, Colonel Throckmorton and wife Stacy, Bowie, R.D. Throckmorton and wife Jeannettea, Nocona and Rooster Throckmorton and wife Stormi, Old Glory and grandchildren, Lilly, Kaylynn, Hunter, Cheyenne, James, Maddie, Tessalyn, Tate, Walker and Keygaine.
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February 26, 1944 – July 20, 2026
BOWIE – Patricia “Pat” Louise (Puckett) Maughan, 82, died on July 20, 2026 in Denton.
The family received friends on July 26 from 2-4 p.m., at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie.
A graveside service took place at 10 a.m. on July 27 at Rosston Cemetery in Rosston.
She was born Feb. 26, 1944 in Wichita, KS to Warren Albert and Myrtle (VanCamp) Puckett. She married George Albert Maughan on Aug. 6, 1961 in Valley View.
She worked throughout her life in several roles, including as a waitress on her family’s café and a seamstress for Linda Jo/JA Mark Shoe Factory. In 1984, she began working at Bowie Memorial Hospital as an aide. Later she advanced to sterile supply technician in surgery and ended her career as central supply clerk, where she was over shipping and receiving.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, George Maughan; sister, Marilyn Puckett Hohen and brother, Kenneth Puckett.
She is survived by her son, Harold Maughan, Rosston; daughter, Carol Fleitman, Saint Jo; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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