Beulah Maxene Lehl

Funeral services for Beulah Lehl will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 6, 2025, at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Taylor Anderson officiating. A private family burial will be prior to the funeral service under the direction of Marshall Funeral Home of Alva. There will be a visitation with family present Thursday, June 5 from 5-7p.m. at Marshall Funeral Home. Beulah Maxene (Corbin) Lehl passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of faith, hard work, and deep love for her family. She was born February 10, 1933, to Charles E. and Elizabeth M. (Deeg) Corbin in Major County, Oklahoma. In 1936, her family settled near the Cimarron River, close to Twin Oak rural school. Alongside her three brothers and sister, Beulah grew up in the 30's and 40's doing chores, milking cows, raising livestock, and preserving food for winter. One of her fondest memories was hand-raising a runt piglet, selling it for a profit, and using that money to start raising pigs of her own—her first venture into business. After high school, Beulah married Carl Lehl, whom she had met while roller skating in Waynoka. Nine months after they wed, Carl was drafted into the Marine Corps and later deployed to Korea. They had been living in Oceanside, California, but she returned home when expecting their first child, Ron, born in October 1953. Carl returned home in early 1954. Together, Beulah and Carl built a life rooted in love, faith, and entrepreneurship. After deciding to modernize water well drilling in the region, they purchased the area’s first rotary drilling rig and opened Lehl & Son Water Well Drilling in 1959. Beulah managed the office and sales while raising their children—Ron, Judy, Gary, and Mark. They worked side by side for over 40 years, living next door to the shop and balancing business and family with grace and determination. Family was always at the heart of Beulah’s life. She was a devoted caretaker—not only to her children but also to aging parents and, later to her grandchildren. In retirement, she and Carl spent time traveling and making memories with their loved ones, often spending summers in Red River, New Mexico. There, they enjoyed fishing, panning for gold, skating, and simply taking in the beauty of the mountains with their children and grandchildren. One of their most cherished adventures was a cruise to Alaska—a gift from their children—which they thoroughly enjoyed, from the ocean views and wildlife to the rich history of the region. Beulah found great fulfillment in serving her church and community. She was always willing to lend a hand—whether helping elderly neighbors, caring for family members, or volunteering wherever needed. She especially enjoyed being part of the United Methodist Women, where she formed lasting friendships and took joy in fellowship and service. Helping prepare the church’s annual Thanksgiving dinner was always a highlight for her— a big event she looked forward to each year. When the church sought someone to restore its large stained glass windows, she and Carl took on the challenge together. As Carl’s right hand woman, Beulah helped research and carry out the restoration process, turning it into a meaningful project of service and craftsmanship. She was preceded in death by her parents, her siblings, her husband, Carl, one great granddaughter, Savannah Lehl, and her son-in-law, Ron Strahan. She is survived by her children: Ron Lehl and wife, Susie, of Hutchinson, Kansas, Judy Strahan of Edmond, Gary Lehl and wife, Myrhenda, of Alva, and Mark Lehl and wife, Carla, of Alva; she is also survived by her grandchildren: Mike and Renee Lehl, Rocky Lehl, Ashley Lehl and Jon Nossaman, Nick and Rebekah Strahan, Tad Strahan, Travis and Ashley Lehl, Blake and Tatum Lehl, Ryan Tune, Rhenda and Darren Bunch, Alisha and Ron Willett, Keyla and Clint Morton, and Jacob and Jill Estep; 25 great grandchildren; close friend, Vaughna Schmidt, and many other beloved family members and friends. Memorial contributions may be made through the funeral home to the Short Spring Cemetery.

Beulah Maxene Lehl

February 10, 1933 - May 31, 2025