1ST COMMUNION: is November 5, 2023. Jett Ramsdell, Brinley Chamblin, Sydney Bennett, Ashdaehn Kuhnel, Sawyer Witte, Brett Johanson, Reagen Loiseau, Landon Peters, Ari Duncan, Urijah Bradshaw, Mila Flute, Alli Kuhnel, Sloan Witte, Carli Cox, and Briggs Johnson, will be celebrating their first meal with our Lord.
CONGRATULATION to the newlyweds!
CONGRATULATIONS to Erin and Brett Gomes who were married at OSLC on Saturday, June 29th, 2019!
April 2019 OSLC Sympathies to the Christiansen family
Robert Peter Christiansen, 88, of Flandreau, SD passed away peacefully at the Avera Flandreau Hospital surrounded by his family on April 21, 2019. Robert was born in Bruce, SD on January 15, 1931. Bob was an only child of Florence and Peter Christiansen of Trent. Growing up, Robert attended rural schools and graduated from Egan High School in 1949. Robert entered the Marine Corp in Camp Pendleton, California, and spent one year in the Korean Conflict. He married Edith Pulscher on December 5, 1951 at Riverview Methodist Church in rural Flandreau. Bob and Edith farmed for many years. Bob also drove the school bus and worked for the county highway department until he retired. Bob and Edith moved into Flandreau in 1999. Bob was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church. He loved people and had a friendly wave for everyone he met on the road. He enjoyed sporting events, hunting, bowling, camping, and card parties. He loved visitors and especially enjoyed time with his grandkids and great-grandkids. Everyone loved Grandpa Bob and he will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Robert is survived by his wife Edith of 67 years and their 5 children, Bruce Christiansen of Flandreau, Gary (Jane) Christiansen of Winona, MN, Debra (Marlin) Schrecengost of Flandreau, David Christiansen of Flandreau, and Barbara (Russell) Kneebone of Flandreau; 10 grandchildren; Jennifer (Jesse) Doyle, Peggy (Ryan) Schuetz, Chad (Lori) Kneebone, Michele Christiansen (Wayne Gasperini), Candice (Heath) VonEye, Scott (Amanda) Christiansen, Jeremy (Carrie) Schrecengost, Adam (Katie) Christiansen, Casey (Erica) Kneebone, and Jace Christiansen; 28 great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Thursday April 25, 2019 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with burial to follow in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 - 7 pm Wednesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel with a 7 pm Prayer Service.
Robert Peter Christiansen, 88, of Flandreau, SD passed away peacefully at the Avera Flandreau Hospital surrounded by his family on April 21, 2019. Robert was born in Bruce, SD on January 15, 1931. Bob was an only child of Florence and Peter Christiansen of Trent. Growing up, Robert attended rural schools and graduated from Egan High School in 1949. Robert entered the Marine Corp in Camp Pendleton, California, and spent one year in the Korean Conflict. He married Edith Pulscher on December 5, 1951 at Riverview Methodist Church in rural Flandreau. Bob and Edith farmed for many years. Bob also drove the school bus and worked for the county highway department until he retired. Bob and Edith moved into Flandreau in 1999. Bob was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church. He loved people and had a friendly wave for everyone he met on the road. He enjoyed sporting events, hunting, bowling, camping, and card parties. He loved visitors and especially enjoyed time with his grandkids and great-grandkids. Everyone loved Grandpa Bob and he will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Robert is survived by his wife Edith of 67 years and their 5 children, Bruce Christiansen of Flandreau, Gary (Jane) Christiansen of Winona, MN, Debra (Marlin) Schrecengost of Flandreau, David Christiansen of Flandreau, and Barbara (Russell) Kneebone of Flandreau; 10 grandchildren; Jennifer (Jesse) Doyle, Peggy (Ryan) Schuetz, Chad (Lori) Kneebone, Michele Christiansen (Wayne Gasperini), Candice (Heath) VonEye, Scott (Amanda) Christiansen, Jeremy (Carrie) Schrecengost, Adam (Katie) Christiansen, Casey (Erica) Kneebone, and Jace Christiansen; 28 great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Thursday April 25, 2019 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with burial to follow in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 - 7 pm Wednesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel with a 7 pm Prayer Service.
February 2019
WELCOME to the VanDyke Family and Congratulations on the baptism of Colton and Caedon
January 2019
Welcome Mark and Colin to our Church Family!
November 18, 2018
Welcome Cadi Jo to our OSLC family!
We welcome Cadi Jo Sutton as the newest member of our church though baptism along with her parents Holist and Mandy Sutton and sponsors Tate and Heidi Sutton and Brooke Kuehl.
We welcome Cadi Jo Sutton as the newest member of our church though baptism along with her parents Holist and Mandy Sutton and sponsors Tate and Heidi Sutton and Brooke Kuehl.
September 22nd, 2018- OSLC Sympathies to the Mulder Family
James J. Mulder, 76, of Flandreau, SD, passed away Saturday, September 22, 2018 at Riverview Healthcare Community, Flandreau. James was born February 20, 1942 at Orange City, IA to Peter J. and Lorine (Kiewel) Mulder. In March of 1950 the family moved to a farm in Spring Creek Township northwest of Flandreau. Jim worked and lived with Mark and Elaine Powers during high school. He graduated from Flandreau High School in 1961. Jim married Darlene Peper on July 4, 1961 at Pipestone, MN. In 1962 he started working for Ekern Home Equipment. He then worked in the sheet metal trade close to 50 years. Jim worked in South Dakota, Minnesota and North Dakota for Thorson, Tessier, Krier & Blain and wherever Sheet Metal International would send him. He then worked for Baete-Forseth for over 30 years until his retirement in November 2007. They called him “the best damn tinner in the trade.” Jim was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and the Sheet Metal International Association Local #14 (Local 10). He raised hogs for many years, was a member of SD Pork Producers and loved cooking pork loins on the big grill for special occasions. Jim also raised a beautiful garden each year and always shared the abundance.
Jim is survived by his wife Dar, Flandreau; children, Pam Schipper and Doug Mulder, both of Flandreau; Colleen (J.D.) Headrick, Trenton, IL; grandchildren, Lacey (Corey VanDyke) Schipper, Rowden Schipper and Serenity Yockey, all of Flandreau; Alyssa and Kelby Headrick, both of O’Fallon, IL; great-grandchildren, Cameron Schipper; Carson, Eleahna, Caedon and Colton VanDyke; Masen and Davien Schipper; Keelan Yockey; Letty Hansen; Dakota Headrick; sister Delores (John) Nikunen, Thornton, CO; brother Peter D. (Louise) Mulder, Greenwood, AR; stepsister Clarice (Dennis) Dean, Las Vegas; brother-in-law Jim (Connie) Peper, Flandreau; two sisters-in-law, Bev (Wayne) Taylor, Flandreau and Jo Rice, Howard, SD. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Peter J. and June Mulder and Lorine and Elmer Kuehn, in-laws, Emil and Wilma Peper; son-in-law Cam Schipper and stepbrother Rollie Craig.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 27, 2018 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Hillside Cemetery, Egan. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
Jim is survived by his wife Dar, Flandreau; children, Pam Schipper and Doug Mulder, both of Flandreau; Colleen (J.D.) Headrick, Trenton, IL; grandchildren, Lacey (Corey VanDyke) Schipper, Rowden Schipper and Serenity Yockey, all of Flandreau; Alyssa and Kelby Headrick, both of O’Fallon, IL; great-grandchildren, Cameron Schipper; Carson, Eleahna, Caedon and Colton VanDyke; Masen and Davien Schipper; Keelan Yockey; Letty Hansen; Dakota Headrick; sister Delores (John) Nikunen, Thornton, CO; brother Peter D. (Louise) Mulder, Greenwood, AR; stepsister Clarice (Dennis) Dean, Las Vegas; brother-in-law Jim (Connie) Peper, Flandreau; two sisters-in-law, Bev (Wayne) Taylor, Flandreau and Jo Rice, Howard, SD. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Peter J. and June Mulder and Lorine and Elmer Kuehn, in-laws, Emil and Wilma Peper; son-in-law Cam Schipper and stepbrother Rollie Craig.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 27, 2018 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Hillside Cemetery, Egan. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
August 2018
Welcome Treyson James to our OSLC Family!
July 2018
Welcome Griffey Wayne to our OSLC Family!
July 22nd, 2018
Welcome Connor Vincent to our OSLC Family!
June 7th, 2018 OSLC Sympathies to the family of Sylvan Vigness
Sylvan D. Vigness, 94, of Flandreau, SD, passed away Sunday, June 3, 2018 at Avera Flandreau Hospital. Sylvan Dwight Vigness was born on January 4, 1924 to Daniel and Gladys (Marler) Vigness in Woonsocket, SD. His father died when he was 5 and he was raised by his loving step father Elmer O Swenson. Sylvan graduated from Egan High School in 1942 and joined the U.S. Navy. He fought in WWII in the South Pacific where he was injured and just recently received his Purple Heart in January 2018. After his discharge from the Navy he married the love of his life Iona Crawford Vigness on August 28, 1949. They had three children: Carol, Daniel and Dwight. Sylvan graduated from South Dakota State in 1950 and received his Master’s Degree also from South Dakota State in 1959. He taught Vocational Agriculture at Rutland, SD High School for 3 years. He then taught in Flandreau, SD for 12 years before becoming Superintendent of Flandreau Schools in 1962 and retired in 1988. During his tenure as Superintendent he was instrumental in getting the bond issue passed to build the new existing high school. While teaching Ag he was President of the South Dakota Ag Teachers and a member of the National Association of Vocational Teachers. He is a member of the School Administrators of South Dakota, Phi Delta Kappa and the General Beadle Club. He was Chairman of the District and Regional basketball tournaments several times and served on legislative committees for school administrators several times. He was a member of the American Legion and life member of DAV. He worked many summers as an inspector for a seed corn company and really enjoyed working with and meeting the corn growers. Sylvan was very active in the community serving on the City Council and Our Savior’s Lutheran Church serving on many boards including President of the Congregation and chairman of the building committee for the education unit. After retirement they spent many winters with friends in McAllen, TX. Sylvan enjoyed golfing, woodworking, collecting pens, cheering for the Twins and traveling to visit family and friends. He was thrilled to go on an Honor Flight to Washington DC.
Sylvan is survived by his wife, Iona; daughter, Carol (Marty) Engquist, Sioux Falls; son, Dwight (Lisa), Billings, MT; daughter-in-law, Deb Vigness, Sioux Falls; sister, Alma Schied; brother-in-law, Lee Crawford; 9 grandchildren: Jennifer (Corey) Ferrie, Molly Engquist (Karissa Brown), James (Jayden Portice) Engquist, Jyll (Troy) Luettel, Nathan (Brooke) Vigness, Andrew Vigness (Shelly Howard), Kayla (Jesse) Ratzsch, Austin Vigness and Jake Vigness; 9 great-grandchildren with another due in October; many cousins, nieces and nephews along with his father’s family in Norway. He was preceded in death by his parents and son Daniel. He was an inspiration and hero to everyone he knew and a blessing to his family.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 7, 2018 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday with a 6:30 p.m. prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel. www.skrochfc.com
Sylvan is survived by his wife, Iona; daughter, Carol (Marty) Engquist, Sioux Falls; son, Dwight (Lisa), Billings, MT; daughter-in-law, Deb Vigness, Sioux Falls; sister, Alma Schied; brother-in-law, Lee Crawford; 9 grandchildren: Jennifer (Corey) Ferrie, Molly Engquist (Karissa Brown), James (Jayden Portice) Engquist, Jyll (Troy) Luettel, Nathan (Brooke) Vigness, Andrew Vigness (Shelly Howard), Kayla (Jesse) Ratzsch, Austin Vigness and Jake Vigness; 9 great-grandchildren with another due in October; many cousins, nieces and nephews along with his father’s family in Norway. He was preceded in death by his parents and son Daniel. He was an inspiration and hero to everyone he knew and a blessing to his family.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 7, 2018 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday with a 6:30 p.m. prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel. www.skrochfc.com
April 22nd, 2018
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Welcome Taylor Mae to our OSLC Family and congratulations on your baptism!
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April 17th, 2018 OSLC Sympathies to the family of Dale Olson
Dale M. Olson, 92, Flandreau, passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at Riverview Healthcare Community, Flandreau. Dale was born October 8, 1925 in Sioux Falls, SD, to Julius B. and Ona Mae (Woodruff) Olson. His family lived in Tea, SD, where he attended school through the eighth grade. Dale graduated from Lennox High School in 1943 where he was active in sports and played French horn in the band. During high school he worked for his dad at the Olson Grain Co. in Tea. Then he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving for 2 ½ years. Dale married Mert Barnes on October 11, 1947 at St. John’s Parsonage in Sioux Falls. They lived and worked in El Cajon, CA, and Sioux Falls where Dale was a bank teller and later a Red Star Yeast salesman. In 1960 they moved to Flandreau after purchasing the Coast-to-Coast Store. They sold the business in 1970 and Dale was a car salesman for a few years. Then he was an insurance agent for many years until his retirement. Dale was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Kiwanis and a lifetime member of the American Legion. Mertendale spent their summers in the Black Hills where they enjoyed sharing their love for the Hills with the family. He enjoyed golfing, bird watching, fishing, canoeing and woodworking. Dale looked forward to hunting trips with his buddies in the Black Hills and camping trips with his family. He passed their Norwegian heritage and traditions, including the love of lefse, on to their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Dale is survived by two daughters, Jo Barboza, Kamuela, HI and Jackie (Mike) Skroch, Flandreau; 6 grandchildren, Akamu (Jenn) Barboza, Mara Paio, Natalie (Ricco) Schmidt, Marty (Katie) Skroch, Maren (Tim) McCleish, Sam (Kelli) Olson, 12 great-grandchildren, Logan, Marley and Healani Barboza, Nainoa Paio, Steven, Nathan and Mallorie Schmidt, Emmett Skroch, Mackson and Monroe McCleish, Teagan and Jaylee Olson; 2 sisters-in-law, Corinne Barnes and Joyce Olson, both of Sioux Falls. He was preceded in death by his wife, son and daughter-in-law Jay and Carol Olson, parents and three brothers, Don, Harold and Paul.
Services will be 4:00 p.m. Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau with burial in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Friday with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
Dale is survived by two daughters, Jo Barboza, Kamuela, HI and Jackie (Mike) Skroch, Flandreau; 6 grandchildren, Akamu (Jenn) Barboza, Mara Paio, Natalie (Ricco) Schmidt, Marty (Katie) Skroch, Maren (Tim) McCleish, Sam (Kelli) Olson, 12 great-grandchildren, Logan, Marley and Healani Barboza, Nainoa Paio, Steven, Nathan and Mallorie Schmidt, Emmett Skroch, Mackson and Monroe McCleish, Teagan and Jaylee Olson; 2 sisters-in-law, Corinne Barnes and Joyce Olson, both of Sioux Falls. He was preceded in death by his wife, son and daughter-in-law Jay and Carol Olson, parents and three brothers, Don, Harold and Paul.
Services will be 4:00 p.m. Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau with burial in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Friday with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
March 31st, 2018- OSLC Sympathies to the Anderson Family
Ellen Jean Anderson, 90, of Flandreau, SD passed away on Saturday, March 31, 2018. Ellen Jean Hoel was born November 30, 1927 at Forbes, ND to Arnold and Gertrude (Wright) Hoel. After high school graduation from Lake Benton, MN, Jean continued her education at Glenwood Hills Psychiatric School of Nursing in Minneapolis, MN. Jean married Russell Anderson, her best friend and dancing partner of 60 years, on January 19, 1947 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Flandreau. After a honeymoon in New Orleans, they lived on the Anderson family farm west of Flandreau. Jean worked in medical and dental offices in Flandreau. She retired after a long career with Dr. Peter Stahl D.C. Jean was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday school and participated in WELCA. Jean belonged to the Order of the Eastern Star (60 years), the Clare Extension Club, and served as charter president for the Flandreau Jaycettes.
Jean is survived by her children, Nancy Jo (Lowell) Anderson of Ankeny, IA, Gordy R. Anderson of Sioux Falls SD, Karla Rae (Edward) Hofkamp of Rapid City, SD and Eric A. Anderson (fiancé Kimberly Lang) of Sioux Falls SD; grandchildren, Maren Anderson-Lenhart, Marisa Anderson, Charia Anderson, Lindsey (David) Eisenbraun, Alleise Anderson, Luke (Krista) Hofkamp, Leah (Aaron) Mackie, Chad Hofkamp, Megan (Christopher) Beacom and Eric Anderson Jr.; great grandchildren, Cullen, Chloe & Abigail Hofkamp and Aleena Anderson. Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Russell, their infant daughter, Cheryl Jeanine, and her parents, Arnold and Gertrude Hoel.
Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 P.M. Tuesday with a 7:00 P.M. prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Jean is survived by her children, Nancy Jo (Lowell) Anderson of Ankeny, IA, Gordy R. Anderson of Sioux Falls SD, Karla Rae (Edward) Hofkamp of Rapid City, SD and Eric A. Anderson (fiancé Kimberly Lang) of Sioux Falls SD; grandchildren, Maren Anderson-Lenhart, Marisa Anderson, Charia Anderson, Lindsey (David) Eisenbraun, Alleise Anderson, Luke (Krista) Hofkamp, Leah (Aaron) Mackie, Chad Hofkamp, Megan (Christopher) Beacom and Eric Anderson Jr.; great grandchildren, Cullen, Chloe & Abigail Hofkamp and Aleena Anderson. Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Russell, their infant daughter, Cheryl Jeanine, and her parents, Arnold and Gertrude Hoel.
Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 P.M. Tuesday with a 7:00 P.M. prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Sunday, January 28th, 2018
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Welcome Henry Harold Hanson to our OSLC Family! Congratulations Pastor Alan and Diane on your new grandson!
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December 16th, 2017 OSLC Sympathies to the Wilske Family
Susan J. Wilske, 70, of Flandreau, SD passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2017 at Select Specialty Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD. Susan was born on March 11, 1947 in Blair, Nebraska the daughter of Hal and Betty (Show) Walker. She attended school in Tekamah, graduating from there, before going on to attain her B.S. Degree in elementary education from Sioux Falls College. Susan started her teaching career in Ainsworth, Nebraska in 1970. She was united in marriage to Larry Wilske on July 31, 1971 in Tekamah. To this union two children were born, Jeffrey and Jennifer. In 1974 Susan started teaching 2nd grade at Flandreau Public Schools. She started the “Mother’s Day Plates” and worked together on getting the gingerbread house project going. Susan was very dedicated to her career, often spending both Saturday and Sunday in her classroom. Mrs. Wilske retired in 1995. Susan was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and was active in the Sunday school education. She enjoyed traveling, reading her Bible, an occasional game of bowling, and going out for a movie and supper. Above all, she loved her family and grandchildren, often spoiling the grandkids with gifts she had shopped for. Susan is survived by her husband, Larry; children, Jeffrey Wilske and Jennifer (Shannon) VanDyke all of Flandreau; grandchildren, Austin, Alecia, Brandon and Caleb VanDyke; brothers, Roger (Marilyn) Walker of Anniston, AL and Steve (Joan) Walker of Tekamah, NE; niece and nephews, Colleen Sexton, Ben Walker, Sam Walker and Ronnie Walker; and brother-in-law, Jerry Wilske. Susan was preceded in death by her parents, Hal and Betty Walker; uncles, Roland Walker and Harvey (Shirley) Walker; and niece, Kimberly Walker. Susan was a regular contributor to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, so in her honor, please consider memorials to this great cause. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial following in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
Sunday, November 26th, 2017
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Congratulations to the Veldkamp Family on the baptism of little Nora!
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Sunday, November 12th, 2017
CONGRATULATIONS to these OSLC Freshman as they celebrate their confirmation!
Back Row: Braden, Brayden, Skyler.
Front Row: Kristi, Kennedy, Macy
Back Row: Braden, Brayden, Skyler.
Front Row: Kristi, Kennedy, Macy
Sunday, November 5th, 2017
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Congratulations to the Beltman Family on the baptism of their new daughter Blakely Lynn
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September 8th, 2017~ OSLC Sympathies to the Gullickson Family
Robert Roy (Bobby) Gullickson died on September 1, 2017 at the Dougherty Hospice House in Sioux Falls. Born in Flandreau on November 6, 1958 to Bob and Faye (Sayles) Gullickson, Bobby joined a family of five brothers and sisters, dozens of aunts and uncles and 65 first cousins—most of whom lived in Moody County. The value of that large and loving family became clear in the summer of 1966 when a farm accident resulted in the devastating brain injury that changed his life. After recovering for several months at Sioux Valley Hospital, he received rehabilitation at Crippled Children’s Hospital and School. Eventually he came home to live with his parents in Egan. After his parents died, he lived with his brother Brad’s family in Brandon until health complications necessitated a move to a group home in Sioux Falls. Though health issues were a constant in his life, Bobby worked as a janitor at Egan School for many years and was proud to be a part of the community. We are enormously grateful for the acceptance and attention he found there. He loved “The Dukes of Hazzard,” Mountain Dew, Harley Davidsons, his nieces and nephews (they adored him back) and driving his four-wheeler around town. (Another testament to small-town living: he was an unlicensed driver in an unlicensed vehicle but nobody EVER stopped him.) Bobby was remarkably undemanding, but he thrived on the attention he received from his extended family and members of the community.
Bobby is survived by his three sisters; JoEllen (Manny) Jason of Marstons Mill, MA, Julie (Bob) Connors of Grand Rapids, MI, and Kristi (Craig) Tamash, of Osterville, MA; two brothers, Marc (Cathy) Gullickson of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Brad (Colleen) Gullickson of Brandon; four aunts, Blanche (Sayles) Kansanback and Beverly (Sayles) Nace of Colman, Doris (Gullickson) Southard of California, Elaine Sayles of Texas and 22 nephews and nieces.
The family will never forget the people who cared for Bobby over the years, beginning with Drs. Otey and Church, who attended him after the accident, and ending with the wonderful staff at Dakotabilities and Dougherty House. We couldn’t begin to thank everyone who helped him during the intervening years—simply because he was helped by everyone who crossed his path.
Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 8, 2017 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Flandreau, with burial in Midway Cemetery, rural Colman. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
Bobby is survived by his three sisters; JoEllen (Manny) Jason of Marstons Mill, MA, Julie (Bob) Connors of Grand Rapids, MI, and Kristi (Craig) Tamash, of Osterville, MA; two brothers, Marc (Cathy) Gullickson of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Brad (Colleen) Gullickson of Brandon; four aunts, Blanche (Sayles) Kansanback and Beverly (Sayles) Nace of Colman, Doris (Gullickson) Southard of California, Elaine Sayles of Texas and 22 nephews and nieces.
The family will never forget the people who cared for Bobby over the years, beginning with Drs. Otey and Church, who attended him after the accident, and ending with the wonderful staff at Dakotabilities and Dougherty House. We couldn’t begin to thank everyone who helped him during the intervening years—simply because he was helped by everyone who crossed his path.
Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 8, 2017 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Flandreau, with burial in Midway Cemetery, rural Colman. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
August 20th, 2017 ~OSCL Sympathy to Pastor Alan and his family.
Renate Blankenfeld, 87, of rural Trent, SD, died on August 20, 2017 at Avera Dells Area Hospital. Renate Pavlovics was born on June 22, 1930, in Riga, Latvia. As a child, she and her family fled to Germany during World War II, and six years later immigrated to the United States. She became a U.S. citizen in March 1956. She married Harold Blankenfeld in 1950. This union was blessed with four children. Harold died on January 10, 2004. Renate was a longtime member of Messiah Lutheran Church, rural Flandreau.
Renate is survived by her children, Judy and Jay Lucas; Rebecca and Richard McClaflin; Peggy and William Reynolds; and Alan and Diane Blankenfeld; grandchildren, Daniel Tyler, Erin McClaflin Siler, Lynsey Tyler, Peter and Erica Blankenfeld, Adam Blankenfeld, Meredith Reynolds, Carly and Jeremy Hanson, and Will Reynolds; and great-grandchildren, Nola and Stella Siler; Taelor and M’Kinleigh Blankenfeld; Jakob Blankenfeld; and Vianne Hanson; her sister, Brigita Emigh and her brother, Roland Pavlovics. Renate was preceded in death by her husband, Harold, and her sister, Lillian Tiller.
Funeral Services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 24, 2017 at Messiah Lutheran Church, rural Flandreau, with burial in Bethania Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau with a Prayer Service beginning at 7:00 p.m. www.skrochfc.com
Renate is survived by her children, Judy and Jay Lucas; Rebecca and Richard McClaflin; Peggy and William Reynolds; and Alan and Diane Blankenfeld; grandchildren, Daniel Tyler, Erin McClaflin Siler, Lynsey Tyler, Peter and Erica Blankenfeld, Adam Blankenfeld, Meredith Reynolds, Carly and Jeremy Hanson, and Will Reynolds; and great-grandchildren, Nola and Stella Siler; Taelor and M’Kinleigh Blankenfeld; Jakob Blankenfeld; and Vianne Hanson; her sister, Brigita Emigh and her brother, Roland Pavlovics. Renate was preceded in death by her husband, Harold, and her sister, Lillian Tiller.
Funeral Services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 24, 2017 at Messiah Lutheran Church, rural Flandreau, with burial in Bethania Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau with a Prayer Service beginning at 7:00 p.m. www.skrochfc.com
OSLC Happy Wishes July 2017
CONGRATULATIONS:To Michelle and Chris Nelson, who are the parents of a new baby boy “Liam Christopher”, born on July 13th. Rhett is also a proud big brother. Grandparents are Greg and Marianne Kramer.
Sunday, July 23rd, 2017
BAPTISM~Congratulation to the Jackson family! Carter Warren and Clark Volney Jackson, sons of Richard and April Jackson will be baptized today. Their sponsors are Warren and Marylyn Jackson. Congratulations and welcome to our church family!
OSLC Sympathies to the Koester family. June 16th, 2017
Warren C. Koester, 74, Rochert, MN, died Friday, June 16 at his home under the care of Hospice of the Red River Valley. Warren Conrad Koester was born August 21, 1942 in Pipestone, MN to Walter and Ruth (Chamberlin) Koester. He was raised on a farm west of Flandreau, SD where his dad farmed and his mother was a country school teacher. Warren graduated in 1960, valedictorian of his class at Egan High School in Egan, SD. Although Warren helped his dad with daily chores on the farm, he participated in many extracurricular activities. Those included sports, student council, Boys State, YCL, FFA and 4-H. Warren and his brother, Wally, participated in many South Dakota State Fairs. After high school, Warren furthered his education graduating from South Dakota State University with a degree in Animal Science with a science option. Through the years, he took graduate courses at the University of Minnesota, Moorhead State, North Dakota State University, the University of Minnesota St. Paul and Eastern Washington University in Spokane, WA. During his working career, Warren was a livestock buyer for Wilson Packing Company in Albert Lea, MN following his graduation from SDSU. He then moved to Huron, SD and bought livestock for Armour Packing Company. While in Huron, he was director of the South Dakota State Fair Carcass Shows and was a judge for various county 4-H livestock shows. As the meat packing industry went through change, Warren altered his career into working as a livestock nutritionist for Ralston Purina. In January, 1973, he was offered a teaching position at the Detroit Lakes Vo-Tech. He taught at the Vo-Tech for 13 years until the program was eliminated in 1986. After teaching at the Vo-Tech, Warren continued working in the livestock nutrition industry with Becker Feed and the Ashby Farmers Elevator until retiring in 2016. While living in the lakes area, Warren was a member of Playhouse 4-H and People to People International. He also was an advisor to the Detroit Lakes High School FFA judging team and was a parking coordinator during WeFest since 1983. During his spare time, Warren enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, snowmobiling, 4-wheeling, camping and traveling.
Survivors include two sons: Greg (Kelly) Koester and Joe Koester all of Tucson, AZ, 6 grandchildren: Jenni (Kurt) Pulazinski, Elliot Koester, Katie Koester, Lincoln Koester, Chelsea Koester, Pepper Koester; 1 great grandchild, Alex. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Wally and a nephew, Joshua Ziemer.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Saturday, July 1 at David-Donehower Funeral Home in Detroit Lakes, MN, Gary and Connie Pieske officiating. Friends may call 5:00 – 7:00 PM with a time of sharing at 7:00 PM on Friday, June 30 at David-Donehower Funeral Home. The visitation will continue 1 hour prior to the service on Saturday at the funeral home.
A second Memorial Service will be held Friday, July 7 at 11AM at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Flandreau, SD. Interment will be held at Union Cemetery in Flandreau.
Survivors include two sons: Greg (Kelly) Koester and Joe Koester all of Tucson, AZ, 6 grandchildren: Jenni (Kurt) Pulazinski, Elliot Koester, Katie Koester, Lincoln Koester, Chelsea Koester, Pepper Koester; 1 great grandchild, Alex. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Wally and a nephew, Joshua Ziemer.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Saturday, July 1 at David-Donehower Funeral Home in Detroit Lakes, MN, Gary and Connie Pieske officiating. Friends may call 5:00 – 7:00 PM with a time of sharing at 7:00 PM on Friday, June 30 at David-Donehower Funeral Home. The visitation will continue 1 hour prior to the service on Saturday at the funeral home.
A second Memorial Service will be held Friday, July 7 at 11AM at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Flandreau, SD. Interment will be held at Union Cemetery in Flandreau.
Sunday, May 21st, 2017-
Welcome little Kyler Dell Anderson to our church family. Kyler, son of Tatum Anderson & Sarah Thiner was baptized today. Sponsors are Tina Mincer & Gary Howland. Congratulations and welcome to our church family. Thank-you to Tatum & Sarah who are furnishing cupcakes for coffee this morning.
May 19th, 2017 OSLC Sympathies to Hazel's family.
Hazel Poverud, 98, of Flandreau, SD passed away on Friday, May 19, 2017 at Riverview Healthcare Community. Hazel Irene Paulson was born August 1, 1918, at home northwest of Flandreau, SD to Olaf and Carrie (Iverson) Paulson. She had four siblings, Palmer, Mable, Alvin and Bernice. She attended country school for elementary grades and graduated in 1936 from Egan High School, Egan, SD. She graduated from General Beadle Teachers College in Madison, SD, in 1938, as she loved children. She was united in marriage to Eivend Poverud on February 24, 1947 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, SD. She taught school in Egan, SD and Glendale Township School in rural Napoleon, ND. They were blessed with a daughter, Dianne. They lived on the family farm in rural Napoleon for about eight years before moving to Pico Rivera, CA in September 1955. In 1957 they purchased their first home in La Puente, CA where Hazel lived and worked, at W.T. Grant Co., as a bookkeeper until her retirement in 1980. Eivend died on September 19, 1979. In 1985 she moved back to Flandreau to be near her sisters, Mable and Bernice. The “Paulson Girls,” as they were called, were together almost every day for about 20 years in their later years. Hazel was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker. She enjoyed the company of many friends and neighbors. Many lifelong friends were met through church. Growing up she attended Midway Lutheran Church, Clare Lutheran Church, and Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. She was a charter member of the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church for 30 years. She was a Sunday school teacher and active in Ladies Aid. She was a woman of faith who loved her family, showing kindness, gentleness, honesty and integrity in all aspects of her life. On September 9, 2011 Hazel moved to Riverview Manor, Flandreau, where she was lovingly cared for by the staff until her death on May 19, 2017.Hazel was preceded in death her husband, Eivend; siblings, Palmer, Mable, Alvin (Joyce), and Bernice; son-in-law, Larry Staggs; sister-in-law, Ruby (Frank) Marquart; niece, Susan Marquart and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Hazel is survived by her daughter, Dianne Staggs and son-in-law, John Hess and family of Flandreau; three grandsons, Jason Staggs of Culleoka, TN, Justin (Careyna) Staggs of Crossville, TN, and Joshua (Heather) Staggs of DuPont, WA; seven great grandchildren, Elizabeth, Quincy, Jacob, Mackenzie, Keeley Staggs and Othniel and Jasek Cooper; four nieces, Lynda Foote of Magnolia, TX, Kay Schan of Magnolia, TX, Paula (Carey) Hite of Columbia, SC, and Jill Brown of Sun City, AZ; and four nephews, Jack Marquart of Bismarck, ND, Bill Marquart of Oklahoma, Pat Marquart of Hawaii, and Scott Marquart of Mandan, ND. Funeral Services will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Flandreau. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service at the church. Skroch Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
April 25th, 2017~OSLC Sympathies to the Rentschler Family
Anna Rentschler, 81, of Egan, SD, passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at her home. Anna was born March 23, 1936 at Humboldt, SD, to George and Anna (Bethlem) DeJong. She graduated from Colton High School, Colton, SD. Anna married Verlyn Rentschler on March 9, 1955. She worked as a cleaning maid, home health caregiver, and at the Flandreau Bakery. She drove school bus for 36 years, driving for Egan, Colman-Egan, and Flandreau. Anna was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, WELCA, ELCA, EMT for the Egan Fire Department, Quilting Ladies, and Egan PTA.
Anna is survived by her husband, Verlyn; five children, Cynthia Menning, Flandreau, SD; Charles (Sharon), Colman, SD; Clayton (Vicki), Flandreau, SD; Crystal (Kevin) Page, Artesian, SD; and Cathy Jo Loehr, Egan, SD; 17 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; sister, Frieda Bos, Beresford, SD; brother, Ray (Joan) DeJong, Dell Rapids, SD; and a host of other relatives and friends. Anna was preceded in death by her son, Craig; parents; siblings, Jake DeJong, Charlie DeJong, George DeJong, Thres Burgers, Dorothy Swier, and Susan Bassett; son-in-law, Tim Menning; mother and father-in-law, Ruby and Charles Rentschler; and other in-laws.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 1, 2017 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Hillside Cemetery, Egan. Visitation will be 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Sunday, at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau, with a prayer service beginning at 3:00 p.m. Memorials may be given to the family to be used at their discretion.
Anna is survived by her husband, Verlyn; five children, Cynthia Menning, Flandreau, SD; Charles (Sharon), Colman, SD; Clayton (Vicki), Flandreau, SD; Crystal (Kevin) Page, Artesian, SD; and Cathy Jo Loehr, Egan, SD; 17 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; sister, Frieda Bos, Beresford, SD; brother, Ray (Joan) DeJong, Dell Rapids, SD; and a host of other relatives and friends. Anna was preceded in death by her son, Craig; parents; siblings, Jake DeJong, Charlie DeJong, George DeJong, Thres Burgers, Dorothy Swier, and Susan Bassett; son-in-law, Tim Menning; mother and father-in-law, Ruby and Charles Rentschler; and other in-laws.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 1, 2017 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Hillside Cemetery, Egan. Visitation will be 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Sunday, at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau, with a prayer service beginning at 3:00 p.m. Memorials may be given to the family to be used at their discretion.
April 20th, 2017 ~OSLC Sympathies to the Hagedorn Family~
Thelma Hagedorn, age 86, passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2017 at Riverview Healthcare Community in Flandreau, SD. Thelma Mae Tonsager was born on November 18, 1930 near Lake Campbell in Brookings County, the daughter of Edon and Thea (Bortnem) Tonsager. She moved as a child with her parents to a farm near Oldham, SD. She attended Oldham Lutheran Church, rural schools and graduated from Oldham High School in 1949. She continued her education at General Beadle College for two years, earning her teaching certificate. She taught school in Egan for 5 years.
On October 27, 1956 she was united in marriage to Louie Hagedorn in the Oldham Lutheran Church. They lived on a farm 6 miles south of Flandreau. In 1988 they moved into Flandreau. Louie passed away on March 10, 2001. Due to declining health, Thelma moved into the Riverview Health Community in December of 2012.
Thelma was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and WELCA. She was well known for her lefse making abilities. She enjoyed canning dill pickles, knitting, and counted cross-stitch.
Thelma is survived by her son, Tom (Laura) Hagedorn; 3 grandchildren, Justin Hagedorn, Bailey (Brett) Erickson, and Tomi Jo Hagedorn; and brother, Ken (Darlene) Tonsager. Thelma was preceded in death by her parents; 3 brothers, Robert, Gerald, and Harold (infant); and 2 sisters, Ellaine Lewallen and Annie Tonsager (infant). Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Flandreau. Interment will follow in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 23, 2017 at Skroch Funeral Chapel in Flandreau.
On October 27, 1956 she was united in marriage to Louie Hagedorn in the Oldham Lutheran Church. They lived on a farm 6 miles south of Flandreau. In 1988 they moved into Flandreau. Louie passed away on March 10, 2001. Due to declining health, Thelma moved into the Riverview Health Community in December of 2012.
Thelma was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and WELCA. She was well known for her lefse making abilities. She enjoyed canning dill pickles, knitting, and counted cross-stitch.
Thelma is survived by her son, Tom (Laura) Hagedorn; 3 grandchildren, Justin Hagedorn, Bailey (Brett) Erickson, and Tomi Jo Hagedorn; and brother, Ken (Darlene) Tonsager. Thelma was preceded in death by her parents; 3 brothers, Robert, Gerald, and Harold (infant); and 2 sisters, Ellaine Lewallen and Annie Tonsager (infant). Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Flandreau. Interment will follow in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 23, 2017 at Skroch Funeral Chapel in Flandreau.
Sunday, September 11th, 2016
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BAPTISM: Ian Robert Haugen son of Jeremy and Sadie Haugen will be baptized today. His sponsors are Tom Haugen and Matt Bovee. Congratulations and welcome to our church family.
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Wednesday, September 7th, 2016
OSLC SYMPATHY: News has been received that Jill (Suhr) Casey daughter of Jim & Margaret Suhr passed away on Wednesday, September 7th after a battle with cancer. Greetings may be sent to: Jim & Margaret Suhr 1693 Anderson Rd. Hendersonville, Tn. 37075.
Sunday, September 4th, 2016
BAPTISM: Carleigh Raye Schrecengost daughter of Jeremy & Carrie Schrecengost will be baptized today. Her sponsors are Jason & Amy Kookier. Congratulations and welcome to our church family.
Saturday, August 13th, 2016
CONGRATULATIONS: Bailey Hagedorn on your engagement and upcoming wedding to Brett Erickson. There will be an open house bridal shower for Bailey on Saturday, August 13th at OSLC from 10:00am-noon!
Sunday, July 10th, 2016
BAPTSIM: Noelle Sue Thielsen daughter of Aaron & Bethany Thielsen will be baptized today. Her sponsors are Ashley Headrick & Melissa Boetger. Congratulations and welcome to our church family.
Friday, July 1st, 2016
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Happy Birthday!
Happy 90th Birthday to OSLC family member Doris Haugen. Doris will celebrate her 90th birthday on July 1st! Greetings can be sent to 206 1st Ave. West, Flandreau, SD 57028 |
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Sunday, June 26th, 2016
CONGRATULATIONS to the Cox Family on the baptism of little Kinsey Ann! Welcome Kinsey to our OSLC Family!
June 15th, 2016
Donna L. Bendt passed away Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at Riverview Healthcare Community, Flandreau. Donna was born January 18, 1931 in Lincoln, Co., Minnesota to B.A. and Margaret (Scofield) Story. She received her early education in country school and graduated from Flandreau High School in 1950. Donna was married on August 27, 1950 at Flandreau, SD to Loren Bendt after which they farmed at White, SD. In 1957 they returned to Moody County to farm until moving on to the Bendt home farm in 1973. She worked at Dakota Industries for many years and then worked in the laundry for 23 years at River Manor in Flandreau. Loren preceded Donna in death on December 9, 2015. Donna was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, WELCA, Moonbeam Extension Club and enjoyed going to the casino and fishing.
She is survived by 2 children, Patricia Blackketter, Elkton, Doug Bendt, Flandreau, granddaughter, Krystal (Barry) Wingfield, Mankato, MN, 4 great-grandchildren, Dylan, Caden, Kayl and Khiley, 2 brothers, Roger (Carolyn) Story, Dell Rapids, Jerry (Walberga) Regensburg, Germany and numerous nieces and nephews. Donna was preceded in death by her husband, parents, daughter-in-law B.J. Bendt, and son-in-law Robert Blackketter, 1 brother, Kenny, 1 sister, Dorothy and an infant sister.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 pm Friday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
She is survived by 2 children, Patricia Blackketter, Elkton, Doug Bendt, Flandreau, granddaughter, Krystal (Barry) Wingfield, Mankato, MN, 4 great-grandchildren, Dylan, Caden, Kayl and Khiley, 2 brothers, Roger (Carolyn) Story, Dell Rapids, Jerry (Walberga) Regensburg, Germany and numerous nieces and nephews. Donna was preceded in death by her husband, parents, daughter-in-law B.J. Bendt, and son-in-law Robert Blackketter, 1 brother, Kenny, 1 sister, Dorothy and an infant sister.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 pm Friday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Sunday, June 5th, 2016
Elizabeth D. "Betty" Christensen, 92, passed away Sunday, June 5, 2016 at home in Pipestone, MN. Betty was born on December 31, 1923 at Letcher, SD to Allen Parnell and Isabell (Johnson) Brewick. She received her education at Hopper School in Sanborn County, SD. Betty worked as a secretary in Plankinton, SD and then moved to Sioux Falls where she continued working. Betty married Norman Christensen on July 28, 1946 at Trent, SD and they farmed east of Trent. They moved to Flandreau and Betty worked at the Flandreau Veterinary Clinic for two years. Her husband preceded her in death on March 14, 1995. Betty moved to Pipestone, MN in August 2011. She was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, and enjoyed reading and sewing.
Betty is survived by one son Daryl (Kay), Flandreau; one daughter Janice (Brady) Waugh, Pipestone, MN; four grandchildren, Troy, Eric, Sara and Jennifer and four great-grandchildren, Brandon, Megan, Sierra, and Kane. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Norman, son Allen, parents and one brother Wayne.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, SD, with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Tuesday with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
Betty is survived by one son Daryl (Kay), Flandreau; one daughter Janice (Brady) Waugh, Pipestone, MN; four grandchildren, Troy, Eric, Sara and Jennifer and four great-grandchildren, Brandon, Megan, Sierra, and Kane. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Norman, son Allen, parents and one brother Wayne.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, SD, with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Tuesday with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
Sunday, May 8th, 2016
Congratulations to these OSLC Seniors! We wish you well as you journey on your way.
Monday, April 25th, 2016
Debra “DJ” Johanson, 60, passed away Monday, April 25, 2016 at Southridge Healthcare, Sioux Falls. She was born December 21, 1955 to Robert and Sally (Lacey) Johanson. Deb went to Chamberlain Country School for grade school and graduated from Flandreau High School in 1974. After graduation she moved to Scarsdale, NY to be a nanny. She returned a year later to attend Nettleton Business College in Sioux Falls. Deb moved to Washington, DC and worked for the federal government, including the FBI and VA. Her job took her to Houston, Anchorage and Cleveland. She retired after 20 years and then moved home to be close to family. She worked numerous jobs in Sioux Falls. Deb was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, was a prayer partner and made items for shut-ins, nursing homes and Sunday school. She enjoyed her nieces and nephews, baking, sewing, crocheting, knitting and puzzles.
Deb is survived by her four siblings, Kathy (Jeff) Dietrich, Luverne, MN; Randy (Deb), Flandreau; Brett (Kim), Flandreau; Marla (Gary) Lang, Sioux Falls; sister-in-law Jodi, Flandreau; 17 nieces and nephews, Justin, Hannah, Cody, Sadie, Jacob, Bob, Matthew, Paige, Brooke, Kelly, Lane, Samantha, Nick, Kaitlin, David, Daniel, Grace, five great-nieces and nephews, Brynn, Tinley, Brett, Kaysi, Véda, Aunt Norma Johanson, Stevens Point, WI; Uncle Ernie Stadum, Fargo, ND; Uncle Dick and Aunt Konny Lacey, Brandon, SD, numerous cousins and special friends, Mary Clark and Marlys Drewes. Deb was preceded in death by her parents and brother Craig.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 29, 2016 at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau, with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Friday.
Deb is survived by her four siblings, Kathy (Jeff) Dietrich, Luverne, MN; Randy (Deb), Flandreau; Brett (Kim), Flandreau; Marla (Gary) Lang, Sioux Falls; sister-in-law Jodi, Flandreau; 17 nieces and nephews, Justin, Hannah, Cody, Sadie, Jacob, Bob, Matthew, Paige, Brooke, Kelly, Lane, Samantha, Nick, Kaitlin, David, Daniel, Grace, five great-nieces and nephews, Brynn, Tinley, Brett, Kaysi, Véda, Aunt Norma Johanson, Stevens Point, WI; Uncle Ernie Stadum, Fargo, ND; Uncle Dick and Aunt Konny Lacey, Brandon, SD, numerous cousins and special friends, Mary Clark and Marlys Drewes. Deb was preceded in death by her parents and brother Craig.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 29, 2016 at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau, with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Friday.
Tuesday, December 29th, 2015
Carol J. Kroeger, 80, passed away Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at Sanford University Medical Center in Sioux Falls. She was born January 15, 1935 at Flandreau, SD to Ray and Edith (Sorensen) Rosheim. Carol attended school at Flandreau and Egan Public Schools. She grew up attending Lone Rock Lutheran Church. Carol married Thomas Kroeger on December 18, 1956 at Lake Benton, MN. She had a day care then worked for Dakota Industries, Viking Industries, Eaton Dakota, Bayliner in Pipestone and then Royal River Casino. Her husband preceded her in death on March 7, 1990. She moved to Sioux Falls in December 2014. Carol was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, WELCA, and enjoyed playing cards and traveling. Quilting, sewing, crocheting, and making lefse were her passions and family members as well as friends were given quilts and afghans. She gifted blue jean quilts to her granddaughters’ entire graduating class, and also donated quilts to Sanford Children’s Castle. Her lefse was famous in the area.
Carol is survived by three children, Dale (Brenda), Dell Rapids, Linda (Glen) Van Dyke, Billings, MT, Lori Kroeger, Dell Rapids, 18 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and a sister Dianne Lewis, Grantsburg, WI. Carol was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and two grandchildren, Chris and Brittany.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 2, 2016 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is from 5 – 7 p.m. Friday at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
Carol is survived by three children, Dale (Brenda), Dell Rapids, Linda (Glen) Van Dyke, Billings, MT, Lori Kroeger, Dell Rapids, 18 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and a sister Dianne Lewis, Grantsburg, WI. Carol was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and two grandchildren, Chris and Brittany.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 2, 2016 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is from 5 – 7 p.m. Friday at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
Saturday, December 19th, 2015
Beverly Ann Solsaa, 92, passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at Riverview Healthcare Community, Flandreau, SD. Beverly was born November 14, 1923 at Flandreau, SD to Oscar and Janette (Gould) Rosheim. She attended a country school in Moody County and graduated from Egan High School in 1941. Beverly was a phone operator in Flandreau until her marriage to Harold Solsaa on March 6, 1943 in Flandreau. They farmed in Moody County and moved into Flandreau in 1991. Her husband preceded her in death on April 12, 2000. Beverly was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, WELCA, and a former member of Messiah Lutheran Church. She loved baking, crafts, quilting, crossword puzzles and eating at the Corner Cafe.
Beverly is survived by four children, Mary Kay (Tony) Olson, Blaine, MN, Tom (Beulah) Solsaa, Las Vegas, NV, Helen (Roger) Schlenker, Mitchell, SD, Steve Solsaa, Las Vegas, NV, daughter-in-law Cherie (Barry) Ammons, Humboldt, TN, nine grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, one sister Karen (Jim) Lang, sister-in-law Maryll Rosheim, both of Flandreau, and many nephews, nieces, and family. Beverly was preceded in death by her husband Harold, son David, four granddaughters, two infant grandsons, parents, and three brothers, Phillip, Barton, and Paul. Memorials to the Shriners.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 19, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 – 7 p.m. Friday at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau, and 10:00 a.m. Saturday at the church.
Beverly is survived by four children, Mary Kay (Tony) Olson, Blaine, MN, Tom (Beulah) Solsaa, Las Vegas, NV, Helen (Roger) Schlenker, Mitchell, SD, Steve Solsaa, Las Vegas, NV, daughter-in-law Cherie (Barry) Ammons, Humboldt, TN, nine grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, one sister Karen (Jim) Lang, sister-in-law Maryll Rosheim, both of Flandreau, and many nephews, nieces, and family. Beverly was preceded in death by her husband Harold, son David, four granddaughters, two infant grandsons, parents, and three brothers, Phillip, Barton, and Paul. Memorials to the Shriners.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 19, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 – 7 p.m. Friday at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau, and 10:00 a.m. Saturday at the church.
Sunday, December 13th, 2015~ Welcome Reception for Pastor and Katie
Congratulations Pastor Mike on your wedding! Welcome Katie to Flandreau and OSLC! Everyone is invited to attend a reception on Sunday, December 13th, 2015 following worship service.
Saturday, December 12th, 2015
Loren J. Bendt passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at Riverview Healthcare Community, Flandreau. Loren was born July 21, 1926 on a farm in Spring Creek Township, Moody County to Fritz and Esther (Smallfield) Bendt. Loren received his education at Dexter Country School and then started farming with his dad. He entered the U.S. Army for WW II on May 25, 1945 and was discharged on October 20, 1946. He returned to farming and was married on August 27, 1950 at Flandreau to Donna Story after which they farmed at White, SD. In 1957 they returned to Moody County to farm until moving on the home farm in 1973 and continued to farm until 1986. Loren drove truck for Jim Jones for several years until retiring and then worked for area farmers until 2013. Loren was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially with his buddy, Lonnie Thielsen.
Loren is survived by his wife Donna, two children, Patricia Blackketter, Elkton, Doug Bendt, Flandreau, granddaughter, Krystal (Barry) Wingfield, Mankato, MN, 4 great-grandchildren, Dylan, Caden, Kayl and Khiley, a sister, Emadele Rupe, Flandreau and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter-in-law B.J. Bendt and son-in-law Robert Blackketter.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Saturday, December 12, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau with burial in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 pm Friday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Loren is survived by his wife Donna, two children, Patricia Blackketter, Elkton, Doug Bendt, Flandreau, granddaughter, Krystal (Barry) Wingfield, Mankato, MN, 4 great-grandchildren, Dylan, Caden, Kayl and Khiley, a sister, Emadele Rupe, Flandreau and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter-in-law B.J. Bendt and son-in-law Robert Blackketter.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Saturday, December 12, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau with burial in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 pm Friday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Sunday, December 6th, 2015
Congratulations to the Loiseau Family on the baptism of their son! Korbin Joe Loiseau, son of Shaw and Jolene Loiseau was baptized today. His sponsors are Mark andNicole LeDoux. Congratulations and welcome to our church family.
October 27th, 2015
Flandreau-Geneva M. Ekern, 93, passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2015 in Flandreau. Geneva was born to Martin and Gyda (Carlson) Lee on August 8, 1922 in Lennox, SD. The family moved to a farm east of Flandreau, SD in 1935. Gen graduated from Flandreau High School in 1940. She married LuVerne (Corky) Ekern on May 28, 1942 in Flandreau, SD. They moved to California where LuVerne worked in a shipyard before entering the U.S. Army in 1943. They were stationed in Florida for a time before Corky was sent to serve in the European Theater. After his discharge, they returned to Flandreau in 1946. Gen was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, WELCA, Bible Study, and Circle. She was also a member of Sons of Norway, Athena Literary Club, VFW Auxiliary, Bridge Club, and was an avid golfer. Because of her love of music, Gen directed the church choir and through the years taught piano to many students.
Gen is survived by four children, son Mark (Sandy) Ekern, Flandreau, grandson Scott (Susan) Ekern, great-grandchildren, Megan, McKenzie and Miranda, granddaughter Stacy (Brian) Prisbe, great-grandsons, Ben and Sam; daughter Nancy (Ron) Carlsrud, Flandreau, grandson Jacob; daughter Susan (Jim) Jepsen, Flandreau, grandson Wes (Leah); son David (Val) Ekern, Brookings, granddaughter Samantha Headrick (Steve Schepel), great-grandchildren, Kennedy and Carson, granddaughter Pam Ekern (Sam Schaapveld); special family friend Leanne Tammen, Sioux Falls, and many nieces and nephews. Gen was preceded in death by her husband, an infant daughter Debra, her parents, three brothers, Kenneth, Lorraine, Bob and two sisters, Eleanor and Elvera.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Friday, October 30, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is 5 – 7 PM Thursday at Skroch Funeral Chapel with a 7 pm prayer service. Memorials to ACS.
Gen is survived by four children, son Mark (Sandy) Ekern, Flandreau, grandson Scott (Susan) Ekern, great-grandchildren, Megan, McKenzie and Miranda, granddaughter Stacy (Brian) Prisbe, great-grandsons, Ben and Sam; daughter Nancy (Ron) Carlsrud, Flandreau, grandson Jacob; daughter Susan (Jim) Jepsen, Flandreau, grandson Wes (Leah); son David (Val) Ekern, Brookings, granddaughter Samantha Headrick (Steve Schepel), great-grandchildren, Kennedy and Carson, granddaughter Pam Ekern (Sam Schaapveld); special family friend Leanne Tammen, Sioux Falls, and many nieces and nephews. Gen was preceded in death by her husband, an infant daughter Debra, her parents, three brothers, Kenneth, Lorraine, Bob and two sisters, Eleanor and Elvera.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Friday, October 30, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is 5 – 7 PM Thursday at Skroch Funeral Chapel with a 7 pm prayer service. Memorials to ACS.
Sunday, October 25th, 2015
Congratulations to these OSLC freshmen, Nathan and Connor on their confirmation of faith to OSLC!
Friday, September 11th, 2015
Leona E. Hexum, age 92, of Annandale, MN, formerly of Maple Lake, MN and Flandreau, SD died September 6, 2015 at Cardinal Cottages, Annandale. Leona Elaine Hexum was born July 7, 1923 in Lennox, SD to Peter and Irma (Klicker) Diedrich. She graduated from high school with the Class of 1941 in Graceville, MN and continued her education at General Beadle College in Madison, SD. On March 25, 1944, Leona was united in marriage to Arden Hexum in Hendricks, MN. She worked as a Dietary Supervisor for 27 years at Flandreau Municipal Hospital in Flandreau, SD, retiring in 1992. Leona was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Maple Lake where she was active in the Quilter's Group. In 2002, she was honored by being named the Outstanding Senior Citizen of Wright County. Leona enjoyed sewing, cooking, quilting and playing cards.
Leona is survived by her children Ronald (Helen Nass) of Sioux Falls, SD; Daniel of Fergus Falls; Lester of Shakopee and Patricia (Chris) Finn of Maple Lake; six grandchildren Michelle Stenberg, Robert, Bonnie and Jennifer Hexum, Alexander and Jacqueline Finn; three great grandchildren Amanda, Cole and Aimee Stenberg; three step great grandchildren Justin, Tyson and Alexandra DeGroot; and brother Roger (Janice) Diedrich. She is preceded in death by her parents Peter and Irma Diedrich; husband Arden Hexum; daughter Carol Jean Hexum; infant grandson Paul Hexum; and brother Evan Diedrich.
Memorial Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Maple Lake, MN, and at 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 11, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, SD. Burial will be 5:30 p.m. Friday, September 11, 2015 at Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Hartford, SD. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service in Maple Lake and one hour prior to the service in Flandreau.
Leona is survived by her children Ronald (Helen Nass) of Sioux Falls, SD; Daniel of Fergus Falls; Lester of Shakopee and Patricia (Chris) Finn of Maple Lake; six grandchildren Michelle Stenberg, Robert, Bonnie and Jennifer Hexum, Alexander and Jacqueline Finn; three great grandchildren Amanda, Cole and Aimee Stenberg; three step great grandchildren Justin, Tyson and Alexandra DeGroot; and brother Roger (Janice) Diedrich. She is preceded in death by her parents Peter and Irma Diedrich; husband Arden Hexum; daughter Carol Jean Hexum; infant grandson Paul Hexum; and brother Evan Diedrich.
Memorial Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Maple Lake, MN, and at 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 11, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, SD. Burial will be 5:30 p.m. Friday, September 11, 2015 at Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Hartford, SD. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service in Maple Lake and one hour prior to the service in Flandreau.
Tuesday, July 21st, 2015
Stella L. Kroshus, 92, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at Dougherty Hospice House, Sioux Falls. Stella was born February 2, 1923 at Egan, SD to Louis and Alvina (Schrum) Schroeder. She graduated from Egan High School in 1941. Stella was employed as a bookkeeper at Tempte’s Department Store in Flandreau until the time of her marriage to Curt Kroshus on August 10, 1947 in Egan, SD. They made their home in Flandreau until moving to Wheaton, MN in 1956. They moved to Ortonville, MN in 1962. Stella worked with the bookkeeping at the Ford-Mercury dealership during those years. They returned to Flandreau in 1975. After the death of her husband on June 26, 1977, she was employed at Riverview Manor for 14 years. She retired in 1991 and continued making her home in Flandreau. Stella was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church.
She is survived by one daughter Louise (Dan) Mack, Hayti, SD, four granddaughters, Michelle (David) Bartels, Hazel, SD, Amy (Ryan) McKay, Bismarck, ND, Rebecca (David) Biteler, Brookings, Jennifer (Rick) Homola, Lake Norden, SD, 19 great-grandchildren, Mikayla, Tayler, Skylar, Shayde, Evan, Blake, Connor, Ian, Hayden, Elle, William, Curt, Loren, Ethan, Minda, Emma, Arden, Rowan, Marnie, sister-in-law Joyce Schroeder, Flandreau, and special neighbor Mary Grout. Stella was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sister Eunice Petersen and brother Virtus Schroeder.
Funeral services will be 10:30 am Saturday, July 25, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Hillside Cemetery, Egan. Visitation is from 5:00–7:00 pm Friday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
She is survived by one daughter Louise (Dan) Mack, Hayti, SD, four granddaughters, Michelle (David) Bartels, Hazel, SD, Amy (Ryan) McKay, Bismarck, ND, Rebecca (David) Biteler, Brookings, Jennifer (Rick) Homola, Lake Norden, SD, 19 great-grandchildren, Mikayla, Tayler, Skylar, Shayde, Evan, Blake, Connor, Ian, Hayden, Elle, William, Curt, Loren, Ethan, Minda, Emma, Arden, Rowan, Marnie, sister-in-law Joyce Schroeder, Flandreau, and special neighbor Mary Grout. Stella was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sister Eunice Petersen and brother Virtus Schroeder.
Funeral services will be 10:30 am Saturday, July 25, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Hillside Cemetery, Egan. Visitation is from 5:00–7:00 pm Friday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
April 25th, 2015 OSLC Sympathies to the Rydell Family
Aileen Rydell, 85, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2015 at her home. Aileen was born on July 28, 1929 to Rudy and Helen Stromberg. She attended Lake Benton Country School and graduated from Pipestone High School. Aileen married Ronald Rydell on November 10, 1947 in Pipestone, MN. The couple moved to Pipestone in 1950 where they made their home for 28 years and raised their 7 children. In 1977 they moved to a farm north of Flandreau where she has lived ever since. Ron preceded her in death on May 18, 1984. Along with being a homemaker, Aileen worked numerous jobs, Paul’s Surefine, Royal River Casino, and Riverview Manor until her retirement in 2011. She enjoyed gardening, baking cookies, watching high school basketball tournaments, bowling, and gambling. Aileen was a kind, compassionate woman who would do anything for anyone.
She is survived by her 6 children; Dennis (Caroline) Rydell, Flandreau, Steve (Linda) Rydell, Baltic, Doreen (Doug) Hansen, Pipestone, Lee (Mary) Rydell, Flandreau, Gary (Lori) Rydell, Flandreau, Rollie (Lisa) Rydell, Flandreau, 15 grandchildren, 29 great- grandchildren, brother, Don Stromberg, Rapid City and several special nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ron, son, Randy, infant daughter, Sally, and her parents.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in New Woodlawn Cemetery in Pipestone, MN. Visitation will be from 5:00 – 7:00 pm Tuesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
She is survived by her 6 children; Dennis (Caroline) Rydell, Flandreau, Steve (Linda) Rydell, Baltic, Doreen (Doug) Hansen, Pipestone, Lee (Mary) Rydell, Flandreau, Gary (Lori) Rydell, Flandreau, Rollie (Lisa) Rydell, Flandreau, 15 grandchildren, 29 great- grandchildren, brother, Don Stromberg, Rapid City and several special nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ron, son, Randy, infant daughter, Sally, and her parents.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in New Woodlawn Cemetery in Pipestone, MN. Visitation will be from 5:00 – 7:00 pm Tuesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Thursday, April 2nd, 2015
Congratulations to the Sutton Family on the birth of their baby boy, Witten Regan-William Sutton. Witten was born April 2nd at 9:05 pm 7 lbs 19.5 inches. Mom, Dad, Big Sister Landrie, Big Brother Crew, and Big Sister Maebre are all in love!
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Saturday, April 4th, 2015
Glenda Jewett, 70, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2015 at Sanford Hospice Centennial Cottage, Sioux Falls. She was born March 14, 1945 in Flandreau, SD to Robert and Maxine (King) Relf. Glenda graduated from Egan High School in 1963. She married Richard Jewett on August 27, 1966 in Flandreau, SD. Glenda was a bank teller and bookkeeper at Farmers State Bank for 18 years and then was a bookkeeper at Ahlers Automotive for 10 years. She was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and loved her grandchildren, attending their sporting events, playing cards, and “fine dining”.
Glenda is survived by her husband Richard, three children, Lisa (KK) Drapeau, Phoenix, AZ, Dan (Stacy) Jewett, Crooks, SD, Mike (Michelle) Jewett, Brookings, SD, six grandchildren, Noah, Michaela, Paige, Kaden, Kate and Brady, and one brother Richard (Lillian) Relf, Egan, SD. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Larry Relf.
Funeral services will be 10:30 am Thursday, April 9, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, with burial in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation will be from 5:00 – 7:00 pm Wednesday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Glenda is survived by her husband Richard, three children, Lisa (KK) Drapeau, Phoenix, AZ, Dan (Stacy) Jewett, Crooks, SD, Mike (Michelle) Jewett, Brookings, SD, six grandchildren, Noah, Michaela, Paige, Kaden, Kate and Brady, and one brother Richard (Lillian) Relf, Egan, SD. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Larry Relf.
Funeral services will be 10:30 am Thursday, April 9, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, with burial in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation will be from 5:00 – 7:00 pm Wednesday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Saturday, March 28th, 2015
Sympathies to OSLC member Lorraine Crouch for the loss of her son.
Jason I. Crouch, age 46 of Janesville, MN passed away Saturday, March 28, 2015 at the Methodist Hospital in Rochester, MN following an extended illness.
Jason I. Crouch, age 46 of Janesville, MN passed away Saturday, March 28, 2015 at the Methodist Hospital in Rochester, MN following an extended illness.
Saturday, March 21st, 2015
Eudene “Dene” W. Gullickson, 76, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2015 after a battle with cancer at Dells Nursing and Rehab Center. Dene was born on March 20, 1939 to Wilber and Arnola (Moe) Gullickson in Flandreau, SD. He attended Coleman Rural and graduated from Flandreau High School in 1958. He played football and was active in FFA. Dene received the State and National FFA Degree. Dene was baptized and confirmed at Midway Lutheran Church. During high school he started farming, drove semi trucks for Jerry Doyle, and was a substitute janitor for Flandreau Public School. He married Gwenda Lu Winter on July 19, 1970. Dene served on the Big Sioux Community Water Board for 22 years and was very concerned about the quality water for the area. Dene was active in the Flandreau Fliers Booster Club; serving as President in 1994-95 and received a plaque in 2000 for his years of service including working on the current football stadium. Dene was a 4-H leader along with his wife for the “Happy Youngsters” 4-H Club and also served as President of the Moody County 4-H Leaders Association. Many summers were spent playing and managing the Farmers Slow Pitch team in both the Flandreau and Brookings League. Dene was chosen as the local Jaycees and South Dakota Outstanding Young Farmer in 1974 and competed at Nationals in Dubuque, Iowa. He enjoyed growing crops, cattle, sheep, horses, goats, and spending time with his family. He also enjoyed cheering on his daughters during sporting events, pheasant hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his wife, Gwenda Lu, 3 daughters, Judene (David) Smahel, Hutchinson, MN, LuAnn (Chad) Kemp, Cavalier, ND, Loribess (Craig) Valentin, Springfield, MN, 6 grandchildren, Aimee Smahel, Marcus Smahel, Wesley Kemp, Alyssa Kemp, Kaylee Kemp, Malory Kemp, twin brother, Eugene “Gene” (Jan) Gullickson, Flandreau, sisters, Lorelee Nelson, Carthage, SD, Janice (Emil) Straka, Arroy Grande, CA. Dene was preceded in death by his parents, in-laws, 2 brothers-in-law, Veryln Nelson, Bill Douglas, and nephew, Ryan Gullickson.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, with burial in Midway Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 – 7:00 pm Monday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel. www.skrochfc.com
He is survived by his wife, Gwenda Lu, 3 daughters, Judene (David) Smahel, Hutchinson, MN, LuAnn (Chad) Kemp, Cavalier, ND, Loribess (Craig) Valentin, Springfield, MN, 6 grandchildren, Aimee Smahel, Marcus Smahel, Wesley Kemp, Alyssa Kemp, Kaylee Kemp, Malory Kemp, twin brother, Eugene “Gene” (Jan) Gullickson, Flandreau, sisters, Lorelee Nelson, Carthage, SD, Janice (Emil) Straka, Arroy Grande, CA. Dene was preceded in death by his parents, in-laws, 2 brothers-in-law, Veryln Nelson, Bill Douglas, and nephew, Ryan Gullickson.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, with burial in Midway Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 – 7:00 pm Monday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel. www.skrochfc.com
Thursday, March 12th, 2015
Emily M. Johnson, 92, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2015, at Riverview Healthcare Community. Emily was born on January 29, 1923 at Flandreau, SD to Lars and Julia (Bjerke) Haugen. She attended Chamberlin Country School and graduated from Egan High School in 1940. Emily married Donald K. Johnson on June 7, 1946 at Flandreau and worked at Farmers State Bank in Flandreau. They moved to California in 1949 and she worked for Crocker Bank and Wells Fargo Bank. They resided in Santa Rosa, CA until retiring and then returned to Flandreau in 1989. Don preceded her in death on September 19, 2009 after 63 years of marriage. Emily was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, WELCA and VFW Auxiliary.
Emily is survived by 2 children, Dale (Carolyn) Johnson, Flandreau, Debra (Max) Kamber, Dixon, CA, 5 grandchildren, Andrea (Scott) Hemmer, Dell Rapids, SD, Daron (Erika Albers) Johnson, Sioux Falls, Jared (Ronda Medlin) Johnson, Sioux Falls, DeAnna Kamber, Munich, Germany and DaNae Kamber, San Diego, CA. Emily was preceded in death by her husband, grandchildren, baby girl (Da’Lyn) Johnson and Chad Johnson, parents, a brother Lawrence Haugen and a sister Lillian Thelen.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Monday, March 16, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 – 4 pm Sunday with a 4 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Emily is survived by 2 children, Dale (Carolyn) Johnson, Flandreau, Debra (Max) Kamber, Dixon, CA, 5 grandchildren, Andrea (Scott) Hemmer, Dell Rapids, SD, Daron (Erika Albers) Johnson, Sioux Falls, Jared (Ronda Medlin) Johnson, Sioux Falls, DeAnna Kamber, Munich, Germany and DaNae Kamber, San Diego, CA. Emily was preceded in death by her husband, grandchildren, baby girl (Da’Lyn) Johnson and Chad Johnson, parents, a brother Lawrence Haugen and a sister Lillian Thelen.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Monday, March 16, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 – 4 pm Sunday with a 4 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
March 9th, 2015
Congratulations to Verlyn & Anna Rentschler who will be celebrating their 60th Wedding Anniversary this week. They were married on March 9, 1955. They will be celebrating with a card shower, that can be sent to 47743 233A St. Egan, S.D. 57024. Thank you to their children for furnishing cake and cookies during coffee hour following worship on March 8th!
February 20th, 2015
Eleanor S. Kuehl, 96, passed away Friday, February 20, 2015 in Billings, MT. Eleanor was born April 10, 1918 in Lennox, SD to Martin and Gyda (Carlson) Lee. She received her education in Lennox until moving to the Flandreau area in 1934, graduating in 1937 from Flandreau High School. Eleanor married Francis Kuehl on June 21, 1939 at her home in Union Township. She was a very determined and hard worker on the farm. Eleanor worked next to her husband milking cows morning and night and always was done before him. She was a caregiver to Francis on the farm from June 1984 until his death on January 24, 1989. She left the farm and moved into town in 1991. Eleanor loved to sew, making wedding dresses, prom dresses, alterations, and won 1st place in a sewing contest. She was a long time member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and 4-H. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with family and friends, especially keeping in close contacts with all her nieces and nephews.
Eleanor is survived by her daughter, Marilyn Kuehl, Billings, MT, sister, Geneva Ekern, Flandreau, five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis, two sons, Lonnie and Francis, one infant son, one infant daughter, parents, three brothers, Kenneth, Robert, Lorraine and one sister Elvera.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 4:00 – 7:00 pm Tuesday with a 7:00 pm Prayer Service at the Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
Eleanor is survived by her daughter, Marilyn Kuehl, Billings, MT, sister, Geneva Ekern, Flandreau, five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis, two sons, Lonnie and Francis, one infant son, one infant daughter, parents, three brothers, Kenneth, Robert, Lorraine and one sister Elvera.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 4:00 – 7:00 pm Tuesday with a 7:00 pm Prayer Service at the Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
Saturday, February 7th, 2015
Iola Kurtz, age 99, of Elkton, died Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, at the Good Samaritan Center in Pipestone, MN. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Flandreau, with interment in the Elkton City Cemetery. Visitations will be from 4-7 P.M. Friday at Eidsness-Zink Funeral Chapel in Elkton, with a prayer service at 7:00 P.M.
Iola (Gubrud) Kurtz, daughter of Adolph and Olga (Enebo) Gubrud, was born April 29, 1915, in rural Hudson, South Dakota. She graduated from the SDSC School of Agriculture in Brookings in 1933. She was active in church, choir, as pianist, and taught Sunday School for many years. On December 28, 1939, Iola married Norris Kurtz in rural Hudson. Norris died January 5, 2001.
Iola was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Flandreau.
Survivors include her five children: Carol (Robert) Mersch of Boise, ID, James (Ethel) Kurtz of Garretson, SD, Joan (Charles) Vasgaard of Lake Wilson, MN, Robert (Alice) Kurtz of Elkton, SD, and Glen (Susan) Kurtz of New Richmond, WI; 14 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brothers, Paul and Curtis Gubrud; infant twin brothers; and a grandson, Dr. Joel Vasgaard.
Iola (Gubrud) Kurtz, daughter of Adolph and Olga (Enebo) Gubrud, was born April 29, 1915, in rural Hudson, South Dakota. She graduated from the SDSC School of Agriculture in Brookings in 1933. She was active in church, choir, as pianist, and taught Sunday School for many years. On December 28, 1939, Iola married Norris Kurtz in rural Hudson. Norris died January 5, 2001.
Iola was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Flandreau.
Survivors include her five children: Carol (Robert) Mersch of Boise, ID, James (Ethel) Kurtz of Garretson, SD, Joan (Charles) Vasgaard of Lake Wilson, MN, Robert (Alice) Kurtz of Elkton, SD, and Glen (Susan) Kurtz of New Richmond, WI; 14 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brothers, Paul and Curtis Gubrud; infant twin brothers; and a grandson, Dr. Joel Vasgaard.
Tuesday, November 18th, 2014
Veryl Y. Rudd, 87, of Flandreau, died Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at Riverview Health Services, Flandreau. Veryl was born on May 20, 1927 to Clayton and Bertha (Rothenbuehler) Rudd in Moody County east of Egan. Veryl received her early education in Egan and then moved to Redfield for the remainder of her education. After Bertha passed away in 1981, Veryl moved to Brookings where she lived, worked and made many friends for the 24 years. During that time she attended First Lutheran Church in Brookings and was active in WELCA. In 2004, she moved to Greenleaf Assisted Living in Flandreau and in 2005 moved to Riverview Manor. She loved music, crocheting, embroidery, dancing and attending all activities at Riverview. She was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church where she collected and counted the offerings for Sunday school for many years, member of WELCA, the Square Deal Club and was active in all family events and vacations.
She is survived by two nephews, Rudd (Barbara) Johnson, Medford, OR, Jeff (Ranea) Johnson, Lake Benton, MN; one niece Jarolyn “Jari” Johnson, Flandreau; great nieces and nephew, Virginia Hogan Johnson, Rudd Carrington Johnson, Jennifer (Josh) Veurink, and Bobbie Jo Johnson. She was preceded in death by her sister, Audrey Johnson and parents.
Funeral Service will be Saturday, November 22, 2014, 2:00 PM at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is 5:00-7:00 pm Friday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
She is survived by two nephews, Rudd (Barbara) Johnson, Medford, OR, Jeff (Ranea) Johnson, Lake Benton, MN; one niece Jarolyn “Jari” Johnson, Flandreau; great nieces and nephew, Virginia Hogan Johnson, Rudd Carrington Johnson, Jennifer (Josh) Veurink, and Bobbie Jo Johnson. She was preceded in death by her sister, Audrey Johnson and parents.
Funeral Service will be Saturday, November 22, 2014, 2:00 PM at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is 5:00-7:00 pm Friday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
November 4th, 2014
CONGRATULATIONS: To Chris & Michelle Nelson who have a new baby boy, his name is Rhett Robert. He was born on 11/04/2014, he weighed 8lbs 14oz. And was 22-1/2 inches long. Grandparents are Greg & Marianne Kramer and Bruce & Rita Nelson from Carthage, S.D.
Thursday, October 30th, 2014
Eugenia Ruth Larson, 88, passed away Friday, October 24, 2014 at the Manning Plaza Nursing Home, Manning, IA. Ruth, daughter of Opal G. and Ollie R. (Lackey) Cypert, was born February 12, 1926 in Lockney, TX. She was the second youngest of seven children. She grew up on a farm near Cedar Hill, TX and as a child helped pick cotton on the family farm. She attended Cedar Hill Grade School and Floydada High School. She left high school to go to work in Amarillo, TX. She completed the Western Union Telegraphy course and worked there awhile and also worked at the Panhandle Laundry. While in Amarillo, she enjoyed attending dances where she met her future husband, Laurel Larson, who was stationed at the Amarillo Air Base. On August 4, 1945 they were married in Amarillo. The day after the wedding they left on a train trip to South Dakota for her to meet and visit his family. After a brief return to Texas and after Laurel’s honorable discharge from the Army in October 1945, they moved to South Dakota and in the spring of 1946 moved to a farm southwest of Egan and started farming. They lived on two different farms southwest of Egan until 1968 when they purchased a farm eleven miles south of Brookings. Ruth attended the Church of Christ in Cedar Hill as a child. The Cypert children would often be called upon to sing in church. On April 24, 1953 she was baptized at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and on May 10, 1953 was confirmed into the Lutheran faith and became a member of Clare Lutheran Church. Her daughters remember attending confirmation classes and were there when she was baptized. Ruth was a farm wife typical of that time raising chickens and growing a big garden to can food for the family. She sold eggs every week for spending money. From her egg earnings, she bought a piano, paid for piano lessons for her daughters, bought groceries, and made their Sunday church offering. Ruth loved the piano and although she never took lessons, she could play many songs from ear and enjoyed doing so. Her family remembers her good cooking, especially her Southern fried chicken and milk gravy, baking powder biscuits, and pinto beans. She became a Norwegian cook making lefse for her family. She lived on the farm south of Brookings with her husband for forty years. In 2009, a year after Laurel’s death, she built a duplex on Spafford Square in Flandreau where she lived until May 2012 when due to declining health she moved to Reed House Assisted Living in Denison, IA, to be near Donna. In November 2013 as her health further declined she became a resident of the Manning Plaza in Manning, IA, where Donna lives.
Ruth is survived by her twin daughters, Donna (Floyd) Forman, Manning, IA, Dianne (Roger) Headrick, Eden Prairie, MN; four grandsons: Sean (Sylvia) Forman, Philadelphia, PA, Christopher (Ellen) Forman, West Lafayette, IN, Carter (Kelly) Headrick, Centennial, CO, and Peter Headrick, Fairfax, CA; and six great-grandchildren: Carl and Elinore Forman, Ashlyn and Tyler Forman, and Ramsey and Laurel Headrick; one sister Edith Gugenheim, Wichita, KS, and one sister-in-law, Ruth Larson, Egan, SD. She was preceded in death by her husband, an infant daughter at birth, her parents, two sisters, Ruby Higginbotham and Zola Cypert, and three brothers, Albert Cypert, James Cypert, and Warren Cypert.
Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Thursday, October 30, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Clare Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation is 5:00 – 7:00 pm Wednesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Ruth is survived by her twin daughters, Donna (Floyd) Forman, Manning, IA, Dianne (Roger) Headrick, Eden Prairie, MN; four grandsons: Sean (Sylvia) Forman, Philadelphia, PA, Christopher (Ellen) Forman, West Lafayette, IN, Carter (Kelly) Headrick, Centennial, CO, and Peter Headrick, Fairfax, CA; and six great-grandchildren: Carl and Elinore Forman, Ashlyn and Tyler Forman, and Ramsey and Laurel Headrick; one sister Edith Gugenheim, Wichita, KS, and one sister-in-law, Ruth Larson, Egan, SD. She was preceded in death by her husband, an infant daughter at birth, her parents, two sisters, Ruby Higginbotham and Zola Cypert, and three brothers, Albert Cypert, James Cypert, and Warren Cypert.
Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Thursday, October 30, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Clare Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation is 5:00 – 7:00 pm Wednesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Sunday, October 26th, 2014
Congratulations to these OSLC freshman as they begin their new journey in Faith through Confirmation! Dylan~Clint~Amanda~Clay~Josh~Pastor Mike.
Sunday, October 12th, 2014
Congratulations to John and Christine Cox on the baptism of their daughter Carli Jo Cox. Her sponsors are Cody & Amber Hansen and Tyler & Kaye Hansen. Congratulations and welcome to our church family.
Sunday, October 5th, 2014
Congratulations to Jeremy and Carrie Schrecengost on the baptism of their son, Liam Lee Schrecengost. His sponsors are Jason and Amy Kooiker. Congratulations and welcome to our church family.
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Wednesday, September 10th, 2014
Lawrence Eng, 97, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2014 at Riverview Health Services. Lawrence was born in Lone Rock Township, Moody County, SD on September 1, 1917 to Edwin and Inga (Ekern) Eng. Lawrence entered the military on August 21, 1942 where he served in the 3611 Ordinance Heavy Automotive Maintenance Company in the European Theater until his discharge on November 11, 1945. Lawrence married Lillian (Knutson) on July 18, 1946 in Parker, SD. Lawrence started Eng Services in 1934 which he continued to run until his retirement in 1994. Lillian preceded him in death on August 5, 2004. Lawrence moved to Riverview Health Services in the fall of 2010 and loved living there. He loved going to the Corner Cafe with friends and relatives and enjoyed having coffee and pie. Lawrence enjoyed going to auction sales and for twenty years they had a booth at the Flea Market in Sioux Falls.
Lawrence is survived by his three children: Dale (Marci), Flandreau; Janet (Martin) Lemme, Sioux Falls; Glen (Carla), Yankton; twelve grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren and a sister Marlys Berkland, Brookings, SD. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian, siblings; Merle, Bob, Cap, Helen, Ella, Edna and grandson, Jacob Lawrence.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 – 7 pm Tuesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Lawrence is survived by his three children: Dale (Marci), Flandreau; Janet (Martin) Lemme, Sioux Falls; Glen (Carla), Yankton; twelve grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren and a sister Marlys Berkland, Brookings, SD. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian, siblings; Merle, Bob, Cap, Helen, Ella, Edna and grandson, Jacob Lawrence.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 – 7 pm Tuesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Sunday, September 7th, 2014
Congratulations to Michaela Doyle and Michael Jopson on the baptism of their son Declan Michael Doyle. Welcome to our OSLC Family!
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Tuesday, September 2nd, 2014
Loren J. Smith, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at his home. Loren was born May 22, 1937 at Flandreau, SD to Roy K. and Hannah (Latham) Smith. He attended Lathrop #44 Country School and graduated from Flandreau High School in 1956. He was a member of the 147th National Guard Unit in Flandreau. Loren married Norma Stein on March 8, 1957 in Flandreau. He raised and fed beef cattle until he retired in 2005. Loren loved his black quarter horses which he used in wagon trains, plowing, cutting hay, parades, weddings and other community events. He also loved following his grandkids and great-grandkids to rodeos. He was a big fan! He was a lifetime member of N.R.A. Loren spent his last day doing what he loved until he put his team away for the day.
Loren is survived by his wife Norma, two children, Cindy Scofield, Volga, Mike (Mindy) Smith, Flandreau, seven grandchildren, Kelly Jo (Kevin) Swartos, Justin Scofield, Lacey Iott, Alexis Smith, Chase Smith, Joshua Pauley, Matthew Pauley, five great-grandchildren, Teagen, Ty, Hannah, Kaden, Colten, and two sisters, Dorothea LaMere and Marilyn Powers. Loren was preceded in death by his parents, brothers-in-law, Sanny and Bob, and nephew Jeff LaMere.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Friday, September 5, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is 5 – 7 pm Thursday at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau, with a 7:00 pm prayer service.
Loren is survived by his wife Norma, two children, Cindy Scofield, Volga, Mike (Mindy) Smith, Flandreau, seven grandchildren, Kelly Jo (Kevin) Swartos, Justin Scofield, Lacey Iott, Alexis Smith, Chase Smith, Joshua Pauley, Matthew Pauley, five great-grandchildren, Teagen, Ty, Hannah, Kaden, Colten, and two sisters, Dorothea LaMere and Marilyn Powers. Loren was preceded in death by his parents, brothers-in-law, Sanny and Bob, and nephew Jeff LaMere.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Friday, September 5, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is 5 – 7 pm Thursday at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau, with a 7:00 pm prayer service.
Thursday, June 19th, 2014
David Leonard Hove, son of Leonard and Bernice (Halvorson) Hove, age 73, died Thursday, June 19, 2014 at the Sanford Hospice Cottage in Sioux Falls, SD after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. David was born December 25, 1940, at the Flandreau Hospital. He attended Juve country school and graduated from Flandreau High School in 1959. He received a Business/Economics degree from Augustana College in 1963. David was united in marriage to Connie Bely on June 12, 1966 in Sioux Falls. Their marriage was blessed with two daughters, Danelle and Denita. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith and was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Flandreau. Driving a tractor at a very young age on the family farm and accompanying his Uncle Ted to cattle ranches in western South Dakota planted a seed in David that lasted his lifetime. He proudly operated a successful farm and cattle feedlot in Flandreau, raising crops and finishing feeder cattle for market. David had a love for the open road. He enjoyed visiting with fellow farmers and looking at crops and feedlots throughout the countryside. He had a passion for cars. He recently told his teenage grandson, “girlfriends can wait…when I was your age all I was interested in was cars!” His grandchildren enjoyed taking their turn getting a ride in Grandpa’s 1961 Corvette. Of all the hats that David wore, (husband, Dad, grandpa, brother, cousin, friend, farmer, cattle feeder, employer, mentor, sports fan and car enthusiast), he was most proud of the Grandpa hat. He rarely missed an event of his grandchildren’s and proudly told others about them. He enjoyed vacationing with his family in The Black Hills, Disneyworld and Lake Okoboji. He was a fan of Augustana football and basketball games. His family marveled at the fact that wherever they went, David always bumped into someone he knew; he could strike up a conversation with anyone.
Grateful for having shared his life are his wife, Connie, daughters Danelle (Aaron) Schultz and Denita (Leroy) Dinger of Sioux Falls, grandchildren Logan, Brady and Parker Schultz and Landon and Myah Dinger, sister Judy Oslun (Myrtle Beach SC), nieces and nephews, and several cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers-in-law William Oslun and Dennis Bely, nephew David Oslun, and special friend Bill Stahly.
A celebration of David’s life will be Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 11:00 am at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Flandreau with burial in Oslo Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will be 5 – 7 pm Monday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel. The family suggests memorials be given to a charity of your choice. www.skrochfc.com
Grateful for having shared his life are his wife, Connie, daughters Danelle (Aaron) Schultz and Denita (Leroy) Dinger of Sioux Falls, grandchildren Logan, Brady and Parker Schultz and Landon and Myah Dinger, sister Judy Oslun (Myrtle Beach SC), nieces and nephews, and several cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers-in-law William Oslun and Dennis Bely, nephew David Oslun, and special friend Bill Stahly.
A celebration of David’s life will be Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 11:00 am at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Flandreau with burial in Oslo Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will be 5 – 7 pm Monday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel. The family suggests memorials be given to a charity of your choice. www.skrochfc.com
Sunday, June 15th, 2014
Congratulations to the Bass Family on the baptism of their daughter Emersyn Sue Bass. Welcome to our family!
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Sunday, May 11th 2014
CONGRATULATIONS to the Bass Family on their new little girl, Emersyn Sue! Emersyn was born on April 18th and joins her big brother Lucas!
Saturday, May 3rd, 2014
Robert H. Drewes, 79, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2014 at the United Living Community, Brookings. Robert was born August 11, 1934 at Flandreau, SD to Henry and Gretchen (Meyer) Drewes. He was baptized and confirmed at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau. Bob attended District #42 Tidd Grade School and graduated from Egan High School in 1952. He served in the US Army from April 1957 to April 1959 and was stationed most of that time in Ft. Lewis, WA where he was a radio mechanic. Bob married Marlys Eidsness on August 30, 1958 in Flandreau and they lived in Olympia, WA until his discharge from the service. They returned to Flandreau and he farmed northwest of town until retiring into Flandreau in January 1997. Bob was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church where he was an usher for several years, was on the building committee, served on the council and was a former member of Clare Lutheran Church. He was one of the organizers of the Moody County Pork Producers. Bob enjoyed camping and was the Webmaster for the GMC Midwest Classics Motorhome Club.
He is survived by his wife, Marlys, a sister Helen Madsen, Sioux Falls, a close cousin, Leanne Tamman, Sioux Falls and several nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded by his parents and four sisters, Viola, Alice, Gertie and Dorothy.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, May 6, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau with visitation Monday from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Skroch Funeral Chapel. Memorials to a charity of your choice. www.skrochfc.com
He is survived by his wife, Marlys, a sister Helen Madsen, Sioux Falls, a close cousin, Leanne Tamman, Sioux Falls and several nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded by his parents and four sisters, Viola, Alice, Gertie and Dorothy.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, May 6, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau with visitation Monday from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Skroch Funeral Chapel. Memorials to a charity of your choice. www.skrochfc.com
Sunday, April 6th, 2014
OSLC Sympathies to the family of Don Wade. Don Wade, 77, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2014 under hospice care at his home in Flandreau. Funeral services will be 1:00 pm Saturday, April 12, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in First Presbyterian Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation begins at 5:00 pm Friday at Skroch Funeral Chapel with a 7:00 pm prayer service.
Sunday, April 6th, 2014
Congratulations to Nancy Taylor and Mike Witte on the baptism of their daughter~ Sloane Johannah Witte today. Welcome to our family!
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Saturday, April 5th, 2014
Deloris E. Snuggerud, 91, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2014 at Good Samaritan Society, Pipestone, MN. She was born May 23, 1922, in Luverne, MN to Adolph and Mary (Petersen) Beyer. She attended Tidd Country School and graduated from Egan High School in 1940. Then she attended Sioux Valley Nursing School. Deloris married Luverne Snuggerud on March 11, 1944 at Egan, SD and they farmed in Moody County. She was a farm wife and raised five children. They moved into Flandreau in 1996 and her husband preceded her in death on June 29, 2005. Deloris was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Lone Rock and WELCA. She enjoyed cross stitching and made dish cloths that she loved giving away. Deloris also enjoyed baking Christmas goodies, lefse, krumkake and other Norwegian goodies.
Deloris is survived by five children, LeRoy (Chris), Hastings, MN, Leslie (Kay) La Crescent, MN, Gary (Cleo), Renner, SD, Arvin (Sue), Omaha, NE, Darla (Rusty) Hartke, Pipestone, MN, 10 grandchildren, Cheryl, Stefanie, Chad, Steve, Ryan, Wade, Bernt, Audra, Derek, Matthew, seven great-grandchildren, Paige, Kaile, Austin, Brieanna, Blake, Emmett, Kate, three sisters, Evelyn Bietler, Phyllis Ailts and Verla Mae Beyer, sister-in-law Lillian Tjarks, all of Flandreau and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and one brother Art.
Funeral services will be 1:00 pm Saturday, April 5, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:30 pm Friday at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Deloris is survived by five children, LeRoy (Chris), Hastings, MN, Leslie (Kay) La Crescent, MN, Gary (Cleo), Renner, SD, Arvin (Sue), Omaha, NE, Darla (Rusty) Hartke, Pipestone, MN, 10 grandchildren, Cheryl, Stefanie, Chad, Steve, Ryan, Wade, Bernt, Audra, Derek, Matthew, seven great-grandchildren, Paige, Kaile, Austin, Brieanna, Blake, Emmett, Kate, three sisters, Evelyn Bietler, Phyllis Ailts and Verla Mae Beyer, sister-in-law Lillian Tjarks, all of Flandreau and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and one brother Art.
Funeral services will be 1:00 pm Saturday, April 5, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:30 pm Friday at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
March 25th, 2014
Congratulations to Dean and Dorothy Ekern on their
Silver Wedding Anniversary! They celebrated this special
day on Tuesday, March 25th. May God bless them with
continued happiness and joy.
Silver Wedding Anniversary! They celebrated this special
day on Tuesday, March 25th. May God bless them with
continued happiness and joy.
March 19th 2014
Deborah Zarecky Ekern, 55, passed away March 19, 2014 under hospice care in Houston, TX. Deborah was born January 15, 1959 in San Antonio, TX to Richard and Helen (Pitman) Zarecky. The family moved to Colman, SD and she attended school in Colman graduating in 1977. Deb married Dave Ekern on July 7, 1977. She went to SDSU in Brookings and received a secretarial science certificate. Deb worked at Farmers State Bank in bookkeeping. She later managed the student bank at the Flandreau Indian School and from there worked in the cage at Royal River Casino. Deb was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and taught Sunday school. She was also a Brownie leader, Jaycette and played in the Flandreau Alumni Band. Deb loved to read, knit, sew, dance, ride motorcycles and was fiercely independent. She also loved racing 2/3 of the time and hated it 1/3 of the time. Deb was diagnosed with Huntington’s disease but still maintained her independence throughout as she moved all across the country. Deb is survived by two daughters, Samantha Headrick, Flandreau, Pamela Ekern, Brookings and two grandchildren, Kennedy and Carson Headrick. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Richard. Funeral services will be 11:00 am Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with burial in Colman Cemetery. Visitation is from 5-7 pm Monday at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Thursday, March 13th, 2014
On March 23, 2014 Dort left us to check on Bruce. Dorothea was born on December 29, 1921 in Flandreau, South Dakota. Her parents were Cecil L. and Catherine L. (Taylor) Rahn. Her parents were born and raised in the Flandreau area. Because of economic conditions and employment opportunities of the time Dorothea spent most of her formative years living with her grandparents, Charles and Emma (Morgan) Rahn. Dorothea had no siblings but was raised in a large, active household. Her youth in Flandreau was spent going to school, enjoying friends and swimming or canoeing the Sioux River. She developed and continued through her life a deep fondness for dogs, cats, horses, birds and even had a pet coyote. She graduated High School from Flandreau in 1939. Dorothea met her to be husband when she was in the second grade at Chamberlin grade school and then again at Wiese’s wedding dance. Six weeks later C. Bruce and Dorothea were married, June 4, 1941. They moved to the Chamberlin Family Farm west of Flandreau and had three children, Charles Bruce, Susan Lee and Kay. Dorothea was a stay-at-home wife and mother for the years while on the farm. Dorothea and Bruce were a good ‘team’ as Bruce would think of things to be done or see things he would like to do and Dorothea had the organization skills and temperament to get things done. The Chamberlin household was usually full as Bruce and Dort had many “temporary children”. Many choir members, missionaries, people having difficult times, and a lot of students kept Dort busy. The house was blessed with people from all kinds of backgrounds, Midwestern, African, Mexican, Chinese, Middle Eastern, Australian, European. She was a great cook and played a competitive number of games. Some might call her a ‘cutthroat” opponent. Dort stayed in contact with a number of these people – primarily through letters. Dort had a reputation for writing humorous rhymes, great letters, and for her thoughtful gifts. She continued this even after her stroke leaving her a one handed typist. Dort and Bruce were good friends to many and were blessed with many wonderful neighbors and friends. Dort was not much of an ‘organization’ person but had great organizational skills and was willing to do any task put in front of her. Bruce and Dort left the farm after Bruce had some health issues. They looked for a retirement home in a variety of southern areas but chose to return to and retire in Sioux Falls. Dort did a number of volunteer jobs. The majority of her volunteer hours (in the tens of thousands) were spent at Sioux Valley (Sanford) Hospital. She and Bruce were awarded the Jefferson award in 1991. Those seemed to be the happiest years of her life. After 2003, due to health issues Dort, Bruce and Susan shared a home in Sioux Falls until their move to Riverview in Flandreau at the end of July 2013. Dorothea remained a ‘force to be reckoned with” to the end.
Dort is survived by two daughters, Susan Lee Chamberlin, Sioux Falls, Kay (Jim) Brown, Omaha, 2 grandsons, Charles “Mac” (Jessica) Scofield, Sioux Falls, Thomas (Stephanie) Scofield, Miami, FL and 4 great-grandsons, Sam, Jack, Gabe and Finn. Dort was preceded in death by her husband Bruce, son Charles, parents and many friends.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 - 7 pm Monday at Skroch Funeral Chapel with a 7 pm prayer service.
Dort is survived by two daughters, Susan Lee Chamberlin, Sioux Falls, Kay (Jim) Brown, Omaha, 2 grandsons, Charles “Mac” (Jessica) Scofield, Sioux Falls, Thomas (Stephanie) Scofield, Miami, FL and 4 great-grandsons, Sam, Jack, Gabe and Finn. Dort was preceded in death by her husband Bruce, son Charles, parents and many friends.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 - 7 pm Monday at Skroch Funeral Chapel with a 7 pm prayer service.
Saturday, March 8th, 2014
Robert B. Johanson, 81, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2014 at Avera McKennan Hospital, Sioux Falls. Bob was born on February 2, 1933 to Carl and Gerda (Johnson) Johanson on the family farm where he was raised and lived his entire life. He attended Chamberlin Country School and graduated from Flandreau High School in 1951. He took over the family farm three miles west of Flandreau when he was eighteen. Bob married Sally Lacey on March 5, 1955 in Sioux Falls and they had six children. He enjoyed antiques, tractors, keeping the farm tidy and neat and family picnics. His wife preceded him in death on April 1, 2007. Bob was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and was a former school board member for Chamberlin Country School.
Bob is survived by five children; Debra Johanson, Flandreau, Kathy (Jeff) Dietrich, Luverne, MN, Randy (Deb), Flandreau, Brett (Kim), Flandreau, Marla (Gary) Lang, Sioux Falls, daughter-in-law Jodi, Flandreau, 17 grandchildren; Justin, Hannah, Cody, Sadie, Jacob, Bob, Matthew, Paige, Brooke, Kelly, Lane, Samantha, Nick, Kaitlin, David, Daniel, Grace, five great-grandchildren; Brynn, Tinley, Brett, Kaysi, Véda, and one sister Lilly Stadum, Fargo, ND. Bob was preceded in death by his wife Sally, son Craig, parents and two brothers, Walter and Stretch.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 – 7 pm Tuesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Bob is survived by five children; Debra Johanson, Flandreau, Kathy (Jeff) Dietrich, Luverne, MN, Randy (Deb), Flandreau, Brett (Kim), Flandreau, Marla (Gary) Lang, Sioux Falls, daughter-in-law Jodi, Flandreau, 17 grandchildren; Justin, Hannah, Cody, Sadie, Jacob, Bob, Matthew, Paige, Brooke, Kelly, Lane, Samantha, Nick, Kaitlin, David, Daniel, Grace, five great-grandchildren; Brynn, Tinley, Brett, Kaysi, Véda, and one sister Lilly Stadum, Fargo, ND. Bob was preceded in death by his wife Sally, son Craig, parents and two brothers, Walter and Stretch.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 – 7 pm Tuesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
February 24th, 2014
C. Bruce Chamberlin, 94, Flandreau, passed away Monday, February 24, 2014 at Riverview Health Services in Flandreau. He was born on June 4, 1919 at Flandreau, SD to Thomas R. and Hazel (Moon) Chamberlin. He was christened Clarence but never used the name. He had one brother Charles and a sister Marian, preceding him and later were born 3 sisters, Frances, Wilma (aka Molly) and Hazel Fern. The Chamberlin children grew up on the family farm which had been homesteaded by Grandfather Charles Austin Chamberlin in 1877. All attended Chamberlin rural school Dist. 27, which was situated only a quarter mile from home. Bruce attended Egan High School and in 1939 attended State College in Brookings for one semester. On June 30, 1942, Bruce married Dorothea E. Rahn in Flandreau, SD. They had three children, Charles Bruce, Susan Lee and Kay. They continued to live on the Chamberlin farm. Over the years he taught Sunday School at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, was a deacon there, spent several years as clerk of the local school board, spent four years as Republican representative from Moody and Lake Counties, was a long time member of the Egan Coop Elevator Board, was a member of the Federal Land Bank, and served on the advisory board of the Omaha Federal Land Bank. He later was a member and then chairman of the SD ASCS for 4 years. Bruce was a charter board member of the Flandreau Jaycees. Following cardiac surgery in April of 1983, he and his wife retired to Sioux Falls where they volunteered for various organizations, primarily First Lutheran and Sioux Valley (Sanford) Hospital. Bruce and Dorothea were awarded the Jefferson Award in 1991. Due to health issues they lived with Susan in Sioux Falls from 2003 until August of 2013 when they moved to Riverview Manor in Flandreau. His passions were learning, history and doing what needed to be done. He was a truly good man.
Bruce is survived by his wife Dorothea, two daughters, Susan Lee Chamberlin, Sioux Falls, Kay (Jim) Brown, Omaha, 2 grandsons, Charles “Mac” (Jessica) Scofield, Sioux Falls, Thomas (Stephanie) Scofield, Miami, FL, 3 great-grandsons, Jack, Gabe and Sam, two sisters, Molly (Ken) Gross, Pullman, WA, Fern (Bob) Martinson, Seattle, WA and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son Charles, parents, brother Charles and two sisters, Marian and Frances.
Services will be Saturday, March 1, 2014, 11:00 AM at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is 5:00-7:00 pm Friday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Bruce is survived by his wife Dorothea, two daughters, Susan Lee Chamberlin, Sioux Falls, Kay (Jim) Brown, Omaha, 2 grandsons, Charles “Mac” (Jessica) Scofield, Sioux Falls, Thomas (Stephanie) Scofield, Miami, FL, 3 great-grandsons, Jack, Gabe and Sam, two sisters, Molly (Ken) Gross, Pullman, WA, Fern (Bob) Martinson, Seattle, WA and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son Charles, parents, brother Charles and two sisters, Marian and Frances.
Services will be Saturday, March 1, 2014, 11:00 AM at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is 5:00-7:00 pm Friday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
February 12, 2014
Dorothy Elaine Plummer, 84, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2014 at Sanford Hospital, Sioux Falls. Dorothy was born to John and Anna (Haugen) Nebben on June 11, 1929 at the Nebben homestead near Colman, SD, the youngest of 9 children. Her father died when she was 1 month old. Dorothy went to Gale Ridge Country School and graduated from Colman High School. She was baptized and confirmed at Hegre Lutheran Church, rural Colman. She believed in Jesus Christ as her Savior. Dorothy worked as a waitress at the Lone Tree Station and Colman Cafe until her marriage to Virtus Plummer on February 13, 1949 at Colman, SD. They farmed for 45 years in Lone Rock Township, Moody County, SD. She was a member of Lone Rock Lutheran Church for 40 years, where she held various WELCA offices and taught Sunday school for 35 years. She served on election boards several times and was a teacher’s aide for a short time at Dailey School, worked at Eaton Dakota in Flandreau, and as a biscuit baker at Hardees in Pipestone. They moved to Flandreau in 1994, where she became a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. Her husband preceded her in death on August 6, 1995. Dorothy worked as a receptionist at Social Services and as a porter at Royal River Casino in Flandreau until ill health caused her to retire. She enjoyed her family most of all and liked music, dancing, cards, quilting, painting, gardening and dogs. Dorothy is survived by one son Randy (Rhonda), Egan, SD, three daughters, Becki (Larry) Landgren, Flandreau, SD, Pam (Craig) Thies, Pipestone, MN and Amy (Jason) Ellsworth, Brandon, SD, 10 grandchildren, Malissa (Nick) Otto, Matt, Mandy and Michael Plummer, Stephanie (Ryan) Grengs and Darby (Kari Smith) Landgren, Kelsey (Darin) VanDeBerg, Kristen Haggerty and Jared Thies and Carter Ellsworth, 5 great-grandchildren, Kasen, Karly, Kamryn, Tyler and Kailey, 5 siblings, Swede Nebben, Colman, Art (Dee) Nebben, Dell Rapids, Laura Knutson, Colman, Hilda Johnson, Dell Rapids, Rosie Croon, Colman and brother-in-law Don Knutson, Dell Rapids. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband Virtus, her parents, two sisters, Luella Knutson and Annette Steinborn, brother Olaf Nebben, 2 nieces Kim Steinborn and Lori McAthie and her uncle Rudolf Haugen who helped raise her. Funeral services will be 11:30 am Saturday, February 15, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau with burial in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation is from 5 – 8 pm Friday at the church.
January 4th, 2014
90th Birthday Open House Celebration in honor of Sylvan Vigness will be held Saturday, January 4th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm in the fellowship hall. Come and help him celebrate!
Friday, January 3rd, 2014
Raymond Henry Buchholtz, 97, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2013 at Edgewood Vista. He was born April 22, 1916 in Millarton, ND to Henry E. and Alice (Myers) Buchholtz. He attended school in Millarton. In 1934 he moved with his family to Flandreau, SD, where Ray worked on his grandfather’s and uncle’s farms. He served in the Army during World War II with the 147th Field Artillery, Battery B. He earned a Bronze Star in the Pacific Theater, seeing combat in the Philippines, and served in Australia, and New Guinea. When he returned to Flandreau in 1945, he worked as a carpenter with his father. On November 18, 1950, Raymond married Anna Nelson Ambroson in Pipestone, MN. Ray worked for the South Dakota State Highway Department for over 25 years, retiring in 1979. Ray and Ann moved to Edgewood Vista in July 2003. His wife preceded him in death on August 8, 2006. Ray was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Kelley-Porter American Legion Post #70 and Flandreau VFW. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, and tinkering in the basement.
Ray is survived by his daughter Cynthia (Rick) Drennen, Flandreau, son-in-law Doug Chadwick, Redmond, WA, step-children, Joanne Ambroson and Richard (Gladys) Ambroson, nieces, Madonna (Wayne) Steensma and Barbara Jones, all of Sioux Falls, five grandchildren, Eric (Tami) Ambroson, Sarah (Jerome) Lang, Michael Drennen, Lauren and Ryan (Jana) Chadwick, six great-grandchildren, Nicholas Ambroson, Nathan Lang, Logan and Braxton Drennen, Elizabeth and Natalie Chadwick. He is also survived by two brothers, Henry, Aurora, SD and Leo (Phyllis), Eugene, OR, sister-in-law Ruth Buchholtz, Des Moines, IA and several nieces and nephews. Ray was preceded in death by his wife Ann, daughter Kathryn, his parents, two sisters, Leona and Helen and a brother Edwin.
Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Friday, January 3, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation begins at 4:00 pm Thursday at Skroch Funeral Chapel with a 6:30 pm prayer service.
Ray is survived by his daughter Cynthia (Rick) Drennen, Flandreau, son-in-law Doug Chadwick, Redmond, WA, step-children, Joanne Ambroson and Richard (Gladys) Ambroson, nieces, Madonna (Wayne) Steensma and Barbara Jones, all of Sioux Falls, five grandchildren, Eric (Tami) Ambroson, Sarah (Jerome) Lang, Michael Drennen, Lauren and Ryan (Jana) Chadwick, six great-grandchildren, Nicholas Ambroson, Nathan Lang, Logan and Braxton Drennen, Elizabeth and Natalie Chadwick. He is also survived by two brothers, Henry, Aurora, SD and Leo (Phyllis), Eugene, OR, sister-in-law Ruth Buchholtz, Des Moines, IA and several nieces and nephews. Ray was preceded in death by his wife Ann, daughter Kathryn, his parents, two sisters, Leona and Helen and a brother Edwin.
Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Friday, January 3, 2014 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation begins at 4:00 pm Thursday at Skroch Funeral Chapel with a 6:30 pm prayer service.
Monday, December 16th, 2013
Iva Alice Erickson, 97, passed away Monday, December 16, 2013 at Riverview Health Services, Flandreau. Iva was born on October 29, 1916 in rural Flandreau to Henry and Jesse (Randerson) Sorensen. She grew up on a farm southeast of Flandreau and attended the Juve Country School. Because there was no bus service, she stayed with her grandparents in town while attending high school graduating from Flandreau High School in 1934. Iva married William C. Erickson on August 17, 1937 at Canton, SD. They farmed southeast of Flandreau for many years. Bill passed away on May 25, 1982. Iva purchased the home in town where she had lived with her grandparents while attending high school. Iva sponsored a foreign exchange student, Becky, from Norway in 1986-87 who she has visited twice in Norway and Becky has been to Flandreau 3 times to visit Iva. Iva loved to travel and has been to Norway, Mexico, the Caribbean, Hawaii and all throughout the United States. She was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church where she was a Sunday school teacher, WELCA, Mothers Club, Birthday Club, Moody County Rustlers Club, Senior Citizens, Hospital Auxiliary, Sons of Norway and a former volunteer at Riverview Manor. Iva enjoyed music, was an avid Twins fan, and took care of the manor cat, Tommy.
She is survived by 4 children, Gary (Alice), Pipestone, MN, Virginia (Andy) Corrinet, Downers Grove, IL, Glenda (Ken) Erickson-Bunkers, Dell Rapids, Trudy Erickson, Sioux Falls, 15 grand children, 20 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill, parents, 1 sister, Edith and 2 brothers, Donald and Raymond.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Thursday, December 19, 2013 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation is from 5:00 – 7:00 pm Wednesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
She is survived by 4 children, Gary (Alice), Pipestone, MN, Virginia (Andy) Corrinet, Downers Grove, IL, Glenda (Ken) Erickson-Bunkers, Dell Rapids, Trudy Erickson, Sioux Falls, 15 grand children, 20 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill, parents, 1 sister, Edith and 2 brothers, Donald and Raymond.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Thursday, December 19, 2013 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery, Flandreau. Visitation is from 5:00 – 7:00 pm Wednesday at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
December 8th, 2013
OSLC Sympathies to the Schrecengost and Doyle Family as they mourn the loss of their father and grandfather Les.
Leslie James Schrecengost, 81, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2013. Les was born on February 12, 1932, to Leslie and Alice (Hill) Schrecengost in Yatesboro, PA. He attended school in Rural Valley, PA. Les married Ruby Kough on March 3, 1951 at Dayton, PA. In 1953 he joined the army, after his discharge they farmed in Dayton County, Pennsylvania. Les and Ruby moved to South Dakota in 1960 where they farmed near Garretson. In 1963 they moved to a farm east of Baltic and in 1965 to a farm near Trent. In 1976 they moved to Spring Creek Township north of Flandreau where Les has continued to farm. Les drove school bus for several years, starting at Fuller Buses and later he retired from Harlow Bus Company. Les also showed Hereford Hogs for 50 years.
Les is survived by his wife Ruby, two children, Cindy (Jim) Meisenheimer, Elkton, Marlin (Deb) Schrecengost, Flandreau; four grandchildren, Jenn, Peggy, Jeremy and Jessica; eight great-grandchildren, Michaela, Morgan, Kaylee, Justin, Claire, Henry, Sophia and Christian; three sisters, Dorothy Peterman, Louisville, OH, Donna (Paul) Boldt, Canton, OH, Gail VanHorn, Dayton, PA and one brother, Larry (Sharon) Schrecengost, Jacksonville, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Friday, December 13, 2013 at Skroch Funeral Chapel with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is from 4:00 – 7:00 pm Thursday at the funeral chapel.
Leslie James Schrecengost, 81, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2013. Les was born on February 12, 1932, to Leslie and Alice (Hill) Schrecengost in Yatesboro, PA. He attended school in Rural Valley, PA. Les married Ruby Kough on March 3, 1951 at Dayton, PA. In 1953 he joined the army, after his discharge they farmed in Dayton County, Pennsylvania. Les and Ruby moved to South Dakota in 1960 where they farmed near Garretson. In 1963 they moved to a farm east of Baltic and in 1965 to a farm near Trent. In 1976 they moved to Spring Creek Township north of Flandreau where Les has continued to farm. Les drove school bus for several years, starting at Fuller Buses and later he retired from Harlow Bus Company. Les also showed Hereford Hogs for 50 years.
Les is survived by his wife Ruby, two children, Cindy (Jim) Meisenheimer, Elkton, Marlin (Deb) Schrecengost, Flandreau; four grandchildren, Jenn, Peggy, Jeremy and Jessica; eight great-grandchildren, Michaela, Morgan, Kaylee, Justin, Claire, Henry, Sophia and Christian; three sisters, Dorothy Peterman, Louisville, OH, Donna (Paul) Boldt, Canton, OH, Gail VanHorn, Dayton, PA and one brother, Larry (Sharon) Schrecengost, Jacksonville, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Friday, December 13, 2013 at Skroch Funeral Chapel with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is from 4:00 – 7:00 pm Thursday at the funeral chapel.
November 29th, 2013
Please add Randy and Michele Peterson's family to your prayer list. Randy's father, Gary passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, November 29, 2013. Gary's memorial service will be on December 7 in Colton.
Gary Lee Peterson, age 72, of the Buffalo Trading Post/Franklin area, died on Friday, November 29, 2013, at his home. Memorial services will begin at 2:00 PM Saturday, December 7, 2013, at the Minnehaha Funeral Home, Colton. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
Grateful for having shared his life are his wife, Rita; son, Randy (Michelle) of Flandreau; and two grandchildren, Alex and Kristi. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Barb Van Duyn.
Gary Lee Peterson, age 72, of the Buffalo Trading Post/Franklin area, died on Friday, November 29, 2013, at his home. Memorial services will begin at 2:00 PM Saturday, December 7, 2013, at the Minnehaha Funeral Home, Colton. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
Grateful for having shared his life are his wife, Rita; son, Randy (Michelle) of Flandreau; and two grandchildren, Alex and Kristi. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Barb Van Duyn.
Sunday, November, 17th, 2013 OPEN HOUSE 90th Birthday Celebration for Dean Ekern
An open house celebration will be held in honor of Dean Ekern’s 90th birthday, Sunday, November 17, 2013 from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 505 S. Wind St., Flandreau.
Greetings may also be sent to him at 207 E. 2nd Ave., Flandreau SD 57028. No gifts please.
Greetings may also be sent to him at 207 E. 2nd Ave., Flandreau SD 57028. No gifts please.
Sunday, November 10th, 2013
Congratulations to Brian and Heidi Johnson on the baptism of their son, Briggs Joseph Lee.
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Saturday, November 2nd, 2013
Congratulations to Mike Smith and Mindy Petersen on their marriage!
OSLC's Newest Member!
Briggs Joseph Lee Johnson
Congratulations to Brian and Heidi Johnson on their new baby boy Briggs Joseph Lee Johnson born on Thursday, September 19th, 2013!
Sunday, September 22nd, 2013
Happy Birthday JoAnn
Happy Birthday to JoAnn! And, thank you to her family, for providing birthday cake during coffee hour today in honor of JoAnn's birthday, tomorrow.
Saturday, September 7th, 2013
Beatrice Smallfield, age 97, died Monday, September 2, 2013 at Edgewood Vista in Flandreau. Beatrice was born November 3, 1915 at Wall, SD to Albert and Olga (Pien) Winkowitsch. She was educated at Wall and then moved to a farm north of White, SD with her grandparents. Beatrice married Otto Smallfield on September 10, 1934 in Rapid City, SD and they farmed in Spring Creek Township north of Flandreau, SD. They retired from farming in 1961 and moved into Flandreau. Otto preceded her in death on June 10, 1986. Beatrice became a resident of Edgewood Vista Assisted living in 2003. She was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, WELCA, North Get Together Club and the Flandreau American Cancer Society.
Beatrice is survived by 2 sons, John, Elkton, Delbert (Florence) Bloomington, MN, 6 daughters, Virgene Bullis, Luverne, MN, Helen McDaniel, Holten, KS, Frances Smallfield, Palm Desert, CA, Karen (Raymond) Johnson, Hephzibah, GE, Beverly (Jimmy) Jones, Egan/Wentworth, Dorothy Leraas, Brookings, 18 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, several great-great-grandchildren and 1 brother, Orlin (Lourine) Winkowitsch, Rapid City. She was preceded in death by her husband Otto, 1 brother Melvin, 1 sister Iona, and 3 sons-in-law, Robert Swenson, Ernest Bullis and JD McDaniel.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Saturday, September 7, 2013 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Flandreau with burial in Union Cemetery Flandreau. Visitation will be Friday from 4:00 - 7:00 pm at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Beatrice is survived by 2 sons, John, Elkton, Delbert (Florence) Bloomington, MN, 6 daughters, Virgene Bullis, Luverne, MN, Helen McDaniel, Holten, KS, Frances Smallfield, Palm Desert, CA, Karen (Raymond) Johnson, Hephzibah, GE, Beverly (Jimmy) Jones, Egan/Wentworth, Dorothy Leraas, Brookings, 18 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, several great-great-grandchildren and 1 brother, Orlin (Lourine) Winkowitsch, Rapid City. She was preceded in death by her husband Otto, 1 brother Melvin, 1 sister Iona, and 3 sons-in-law, Robert Swenson, Ernest Bullis and JD McDaniel.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Saturday, September 7, 2013 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Flandreau with burial in Union Cemetery Flandreau. Visitation will be Friday from 4:00 - 7:00 pm at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
August 11th, 2013
Sutton Family
Congratulations to Tate and Heidi Sutton on the Baptism of their daughter Maebre Marie.
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Mert was born January 12, 1927 on a farm northeast of Tea, SD to Ben and Elvida (Boyson) Barnes. She went to school in Tea and graduated from Flandreau High School with a GED in 1972. Mert worked in Sioux Falls and married Dale Olson on October 11, 1947 at St. John’s Parsonage in Sioux Falls. They lived and worked in El Cajon, CA and Sioux Falls, SD before moving to Flandreau, SD in 1960 after purchasing the Coast-to-Coast Store. Mert also worked as a cook at Spafford Elementary School. After retiring in 1989, Mertendale spent their summers in the Black Hills where they made many memories with their family. Mert was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, WELCA and enjoyed baking, sewing and Hardanger, a Norwegian stitching that she learned while living in the Hills. She passed their Norwegian heritage and traditions on to her family by teaching them the art of making and eating lefse and other Norwegian goodies.
Mert is survived by her husband Dale, two daughters, Jo Barboza (Keoki Young), Kamuela, HI and Jackie (Mike) Skroch, Flandreau; six grandchildren, Akamu (Jenn) Barboza, Mara (Melvin) Paio, Natalie (Ricco) Schmidt, Marty (Katie) Skroch, Maren Skroch, Sam (Kelli) Olson, seven great-grandchildren, Logan, Marley and Healani Barboza, Nainoa Paio, Steven and Nathan Schmidt, Emmett Skroch; one daughter-in-law, Carol Olson, Pierre; one brother Carroll (Corinne) Barnes, Sioux Falls; and one sister-in-law Joyce Olson, Sioux Falls. She was preceded in death by her son Jay P. Olson, parents, two brothers, Duane and Roger and three sisters, Betty, Leona and Pat.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Thursday at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is 4:00-7:00 pm Wednesday with a 7 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Mert is survived by her husband Dale, two daughters, Jo Barboza (Keoki Young), Kamuela, HI and Jackie (Mike) Skroch, Flandreau; six grandchildren, Akamu (Jenn) Barboza, Mara (Melvin) Paio, Natalie (Ricco) Schmidt, Marty (Katie) Skroch, Maren Skroch, Sam (Kelli) Olson, seven great-grandchildren, Logan, Marley and Healani Barboza, Nainoa Paio, Steven and Nathan Schmidt, Emmett Skroch; one daughter-in-law, Carol Olson, Pierre; one brother Carroll (Corinne) Barnes, Sioux Falls; and one sister-in-law Joyce Olson, Sioux Falls. She was preceded in death by her son Jay P. Olson, parents, two brothers, Duane and Roger and three sisters, Betty, Leona and Pat.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Thursday at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is 4:00-7:00 pm Wednesday with a 7 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
Sunday, August 18th 2013
Ahrens' Family
Congratulations to Amanda and Travis Ahrens on the baptism of their son Behrett Wayne.
Sunday, August 4th, 2013
Congratulations to Richard and Lillian (Stein) Relf. They will be celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary with an Open House on Sunday, August 4th, from 2:00 - 4:00 pm at Our Savior's Lutheran Church. Let your presence be your gift.
Friday, August 2nd, 2013
Audrey Marie Johnson, 92, passed away Monday, July 29, 2013 at Avera McKennan Hospital. Audrey was born May 10, 1921 at Garretson, SD to Clayton and Bertha (Rothenbuehler) Rudd. At the age of four, she moved with her parents to a farm east of Egan, SD. She attended the Egan Consolidated School graduating in 1939. She graduated from Eastern State Normal (Dakota State University) with a teaching degree. Audrey taught in rural schools in the Colman, Flandreau and Trent areas and completed her teaching career in the Baltic school system in 1947. Audrey married Charles A. Johnson on December 29, 1946 in Flandreau following his discharge from the Marine Corp in WWII. They established their home on a farm northeast of Flandreau, later moving to a farm southeast of Flandreau. From 1973 to 1986 she was employed at the Flandreau Medical Clinic as a receptionist/bookkeeper. Charles preceded her in death on August 21, 1991. She was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church where she was active all of her life serving on boards and offices. She was also a member of WELCA, the Board of Deacons, a Luther League volunteer, Sunday School teacher and children’s choir director. Audrey was a member of Beulah Chapter Order of the Eastern Star from 1953 to 1995, the Square Deal Club since 1947 and a member of Chapter X PEO since 2003. She served as a 4-H club leader, was a member of PTA and the Moody County Historical Society. Audrey was a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed dancing, reading, writing and poetry. Audrey is survived by two sons, Rudd (Barbara), Medford, OR, Jeff (Ranea), Lake Benton, MN, one daughter Jarolyn “Jari” Flandreau, four grandchildren, Virginia Hogan Johnson, Rudd Carrington Johnson, Jennifer (Josh) Veurink, Bobbie Jo Johnson, one sister Veryl Rudd, Flandreau, three nieces, one nephew, several cousins, and many friends including very special friends, Lisa Doyen and Roger Kramer, Flandreau. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles and her parents. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Friday, August 2, 2013 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is from 5:00 – 7:00 pm Thursday with a 7:00 pm prayer service at Skroch Funeral Chapel.
July 21st 2013
Richard - April- and Claire
Congratulations to Marilyn and Warren Jackson on their new granddaughter Claire Violet. Claire and her family were here from Auburn, Washington. Claire and April were baptized at OSLC on Sunday, July 21st, 2013.
MAEBRE
CONGRATULATIONS TATE AND HEIDE SUTTON ON YOUR NEW LITTLE GIRL~ MAEBRE
Thursday, July 11, 2013- Bill Stahly Estate Donation to OSLC
The late Bill Stahly 3-26-21 to 6-9-12
Rolly Samp writes:
"This is a landmark day for Our Savior's Lutheran Church. The Estate of the late Bill Stahly has been closed. Bill has made what we believe to be the largest gift in the congregation's history through his will."
"His spirit of remembrance for Our Savior's Lutheran Church and its future is a great Christian witness in giving in the spirit of giving referenced 2,172 time in the Bible."
Orris “Bill” Stahly, 91, died Saturday, June 9, 2012 in Flandreau. Bill was born March 26, 1921 in Huron to George and Margaret (Chalberg) Stahly. He started school in Huron and lived with his parents in Huron until he was 15 years old. They moved to Moody County, SD and Bill graduated from Egan High School in 1939. He attended SDSU in Brookings and then graduated from Nettleton Business College in Sioux Falls and worked for a real estate company. In the 1950’s, Bill started farming at various farms in Moody County. Bill moved into Flandreau in 1990. He was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. Bill is survived by cousins and special friends, David Hove and Bill and Lori Sutton. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother Warren. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with a 2:00 pm burial Wednesday in Restlawn Memory Gardens, Huron. Visitation is Tuesday from 5:00-7:00 pm at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
"This is a landmark day for Our Savior's Lutheran Church. The Estate of the late Bill Stahly has been closed. Bill has made what we believe to be the largest gift in the congregation's history through his will."
"His spirit of remembrance for Our Savior's Lutheran Church and its future is a great Christian witness in giving in the spirit of giving referenced 2,172 time in the Bible."
Orris “Bill” Stahly, 91, died Saturday, June 9, 2012 in Flandreau. Bill was born March 26, 1921 in Huron to George and Margaret (Chalberg) Stahly. He started school in Huron and lived with his parents in Huron until he was 15 years old. They moved to Moody County, SD and Bill graduated from Egan High School in 1939. He attended SDSU in Brookings and then graduated from Nettleton Business College in Sioux Falls and worked for a real estate company. In the 1950’s, Bill started farming at various farms in Moody County. Bill moved into Flandreau in 1990. He was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. Bill is survived by cousins and special friends, David Hove and Bill and Lori Sutton. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother Warren. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau, with a 2:00 pm burial Wednesday in Restlawn Memory Gardens, Huron. Visitation is Tuesday from 5:00-7:00 pm at Skroch Funeral Chapel, Flandreau.
Sunday, July 7th, 2013
OSLC Sympathies to Jeremy Haugen and Family for the loss of Jeremy's Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Wednesday July 3rd, 2013
Lois Johnson, 87, died Saturday, June 29, 2013 at Dougherty Hospice House. Lois was born April 7, 1926 in Miner County, SD to Arthur and Erma (Bickett) Hanson. She graduated from Oldham High School and General Beadle
State Teacher’s College. Lois married Kenneth L. Johnson on April 2, 1947 in Sioux Falls, SD. They lived in the Oldham area and Lois was a teacher in Kingsbury County. In 1959 they moved to the Flandreau area and Lois worked at the Moody County Extension Office for 12 years retiring on December 31, 1991.They moved to a farm two miles northeast of Colman, SD in 1983. Her husband preceded her in death on January 5, 1992 and then Lois moved to Flandreau. She was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. Lois is survived by four sons, Kenneth “Dan”, Brandon, SD, Dale, Sioux Falls, Keith, Brookings, Nathan (Tamara), Hamler, OH, a daughter Pamela Ruff,
Garretson, SD, 10 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and a special cousin, Loretta Beard, San Antonio, TX. Lois was preceded in death by her husband, son Brian, parents, three brothers and a sister. Services will be 10:30 am Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau with visitation Tuesday from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at Skroch Funeral Chapel. Burial will be Wednesday at 1:30 pm at the Oldham Cemetery, Oldham, SD.
State Teacher’s College. Lois married Kenneth L. Johnson on April 2, 1947 in Sioux Falls, SD. They lived in the Oldham area and Lois was a teacher in Kingsbury County. In 1959 they moved to the Flandreau area and Lois worked at the Moody County Extension Office for 12 years retiring on December 31, 1991.They moved to a farm two miles northeast of Colman, SD in 1983. Her husband preceded her in death on January 5, 1992 and then Lois moved to Flandreau. She was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. Lois is survived by four sons, Kenneth “Dan”, Brandon, SD, Dale, Sioux Falls, Keith, Brookings, Nathan (Tamara), Hamler, OH, a daughter Pamela Ruff,
Garretson, SD, 10 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and a special cousin, Loretta Beard, San Antonio, TX. Lois was preceded in death by her husband, son Brian, parents, three brothers and a sister. Services will be 10:30 am Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Flandreau with visitation Tuesday from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at Skroch Funeral Chapel. Burial will be Wednesday at 1:30 pm at the Oldham Cemetery, Oldham, SD.
Wednesday, June 5th, 2013
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OSLC Sympathies to the Amdahl Family for the loss of their little girl, Liberty. Liberty's funeral was held at OSLC on Wednesday, June 5th.
Friday, May 31st,2013
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY to Lillian Tjarks! Please send greetings to
her at 705 W. 2nd Ave in Flandreau, S.D. 57028.
her at 705 W. 2nd Ave in Flandreau, S.D. 57028.
Saturday, May 11th, 2013
Card Shower for Fred Petersen's 80th birthday!
Fred will celebrate his 80th birthday on Saturday, May 11, 2013. Cards and greetings may be sent to him at:22637 SD Hwy. 13, Flandreau, SD 57028. |
Sunday, April 28th, 2013
Happy Birthday to Joyce and thank you to her daughter, Glenda, who brought the treats for coffee hour today in honor of Joyce's birthday, which was on March 12th.
Saturday, April 20th, 2013
Jim L. Gerlach, 65, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at Sanford Medical Center, Sioux Falls, SD. Jim was born September 11, 1947 at Parkston, SD to Emil and Helen (Dahlke) Gerlach. He started school at Baker Country School #39 and graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in 1965. Jim attended Stewarts School of Hairstyling and worked in Sioux Falls until he was drafted into the United States Army. After his discharge, Jim married Diane Palmer on November 12, 1967 at Dell Rapids, SD. They moved to Flandreau, SD in 1969 and he worked at the Lady Bug and then Personal Touch where he was currently working. Jim was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, served on the church council, was Past Grand Patron of the Order of Eastern Star and Past Master of the Masonic Lodge. He was the Moody County Selective Service Officer for twenty years. Jim was a member of El Riad Shrine and enjoyed getting circus tickets to children. He was also an avid Twins and Vikings fan.
Jim is survived by his wife Diane, two children, Shane (Donelle), Yankton, Nicolle (Randy) Geuke, Deadwood, four grandchildren, Brittany, Andrew (Brianna), and Cierra Morris and Derek Gerlach, two great-grandchildren, Avery Morris and Easton Morris, three sisters, Sharon (Harold) Guericke, Mitchell, Marlene (Dale) Wintemute, Madrid, Spain, Cheryl (Kenny) Schuman, Mitchell, three brothers, Gerald (Dianne), Fargo, Bob, Minneapolis, Steve (Jenny), Mt. Vernon, SD, three sisters-in-law, Bette Gerlach, Alliance, NE, Lois Gerlach, Stickney, Barb Palmer, Sioux Falls, many nieces and nephews, Jim’s beauty shop family, Dave and Deb Feske, Janel Kneebone and special friends, Mike and Kathi Wede and Gail Mooney. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, father and mother-in-law, Walter and Evelyn Palmer and two brothers, Gary and Ron.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is from 5:00-7:00 pm Friday at Skroch Funeral Chapel with a 7:00 pm prayer service.
Jim is survived by his wife Diane, two children, Shane (Donelle), Yankton, Nicolle (Randy) Geuke, Deadwood, four grandchildren, Brittany, Andrew (Brianna), and Cierra Morris and Derek Gerlach, two great-grandchildren, Avery Morris and Easton Morris, three sisters, Sharon (Harold) Guericke, Mitchell, Marlene (Dale) Wintemute, Madrid, Spain, Cheryl (Kenny) Schuman, Mitchell, three brothers, Gerald (Dianne), Fargo, Bob, Minneapolis, Steve (Jenny), Mt. Vernon, SD, three sisters-in-law, Bette Gerlach, Alliance, NE, Lois Gerlach, Stickney, Barb Palmer, Sioux Falls, many nieces and nephews, Jim’s beauty shop family, Dave and Deb Feske, Janel Kneebone and special friends, Mike and Kathi Wede and Gail Mooney. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, father and mother-in-law, Walter and Evelyn Palmer and two brothers, Gary and Ron.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with burial in Union Cemetery. Visitation is from 5:00-7:00 pm Friday at Skroch Funeral Chapel with a 7:00 pm prayer service.
