Vaughn Marie Beckerman, 91, Colorado Springs, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 1, 2023. She was born on October 1, 1931, in Dodge City, Kansas, the daughter of Clyde Russell and Grace Denney Reed. She grew up on the family farm in Copeland, Kansas and graduated from Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas in 1954.

She was a teacher at Fowler High School before marrying George J. Beckerman on August 23, 1955 in Fowler, Kansas. Vaughn and George moved to Colorado Springs in 1955 and raised their family in Security/Widefield and Fountain.

Vaughn was an accomplished pianist, seamstress, and gardener. She produced many beautiful pieces of embroidery and crewel work and passed those skills on to her daughters. She baked desserts from scratch every day while raising her five children. She also volunteered with the Pikes Peak Library District and the Security Library.

Vaughn is survived by her children, Georgia Marie (David), Daniel Lee, Dale Russell (Christy), and Ann Louise; grandchildren Brianne Everest, Jenna Beckerman-Harrison, and John Beckerman; and great grandchildren, Jacob, Helia, and Greta. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde Russell Reed and Grace Denney Reed, husband George, and son, David Wayne.

The family wishes to thank Optimal Healthcare, Bloom Healthcare, and Bonaventure of Colorado Springs for their wonderful and excellent care of our beloved mother on her journey.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Copeland Methodist Church.  Burial will follow at the Copeland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Security Library, 715 Aspen Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80911. Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.