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Photo of the week from the January 28, 2022, editon of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado - Frost on pine needles in Kiowa County - Chris Sorensen

Betty L. Mahlberg

June 21, 1930 - December 21, 2021

Betty Lou (Gudgel) Mahlberg was born June 21, 1930, to Oscar and Dora (Sherman) Gudgel. 

She was the second generation to be born and raised in Cheyenne Wells. Betty was premature at birth, so the doctor bundled her in a shoebox and sent her home thinking she may not survive since she was so small. That was the beginning of Betty’s determination.

David Eugene Crow

August 21, 1966 – January 25, 2022

David Eugene Crow was a caring and devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, who unexpectedly left this earth January 25, 2022, at the age of 55.

A lifetime resident of Eads, he was born to Charles and Betty Crow August 21, 1966. 

Throughout high school, Dave was well known for his charm, humor, and athleticism, having been a three-sport athlete. 

Breakfast

• January 31: Doughnuts, Yogurt, Apple Juice, Milk, Fruit
• February 1: Oatmeal, Muffin, Apple Juice, Milk, Fruit
• February 2: Egg Patty, Toast, Grape Juice, Milk, Fruit
• February 3: Yogurt, Cereal, Orange Juice, Milk, Fruit 

Lunch

• January 31: BBQ Ribs, Buttered Noodles, Fruit, Milk, Roll
• February 1: Ham & Beans, Cornbread, Fruit, & Milk
• February 2: 

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David Crow

August 21, 1966 - January 25, 2022

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 31, 2022, at the United Methodist Church in Eads. 

Visitation will be held Sunday, January 30, 2022, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Brown Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the David Crow Memorial Fund c/o GNBank, PO Box 847, Eads, CO  81036-0847. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Brown Funeral Home.

The CDC currently recommends that you “wear the most protective mask you can that fits well and that you will wear consistently.”