Death Notice: Shirley Deckert

Shirley Deckert, 79, formerly of Freeman, S.D., passed away at her home in Brookings, S.D., on Saturday, June 28. A funeral service will be held Saturday, July 12 at 10:30 a.m., at the Bethany Mennonite Church of Freeman.

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Death Notice: Shirley Deckert

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