From the Memorial folder, provided by Jacque McDonnell LAVERNE F. B. "SAM" GREGG Birth: April 21, 1912, Gann Valley
Parents: Merrill Bernard & Sarah Ann (Abernathy) Gregg
Death: September 29, 1987 (Pierre, SD)
Age: 75 yrs 5 mos 8 ds
Education: Buffalo & Hughes counties.
Occupation: Rancher, Pocket and Harrold areas. 15 years at the Hyland Angus Ranch for Ted Jennings.
Marriage: Edna Mary Cowan, Dec. 2, 1933, Pierre, SD. Seven children.
Funeral: Saturday, October 3, 1987, St. John's Catholic Church, Harrold, South Dakota
Burial: St. John's Catholic Cemetery, Harrold, South Dakota
Arrangements: Luze Funeral Home, Highmore, South Dakota
Shot By a Boy
A Little South Dakota Girl Accidentally Killed
Pierre, South Dakota, December 10.--Charles Prince, a 13 year old boy, accidentally shot and killed Bertha Ackerman, the 13 year old daughter of James Ackerman, at De Gray, 20 miles south of here, last night, with an old musket.
Minneapolis Journal - December 10, 1895
Transcribed and contributed by: AFOFG
Pioneer South Dakota Indian Teacher is Dead
Pierre, May 27. Yesterday one of the pioneer Indian teachers of South Dakota, Miss Mary C. Collins, died at Keokuk, Iowa. Miss Collins took up her work of teaching Indians at Oahe Mission School in 1875, and in 1884, she went to Little Eagle on Grand River where she lived along and taught an Indian Mission School for many years until her health compelled her to give up this work. Miss Collins, before her death donated to the state many Indian curios picked up in her years of residence among the Sioux.
Aberdeen Daily News - May 31, 1920
Transcribed and contributed by: AFOFG
Aberdeen Daily News (12 Nov. 1912) transcribed by FoFG MZ Pierre, Nov. 12. – M. L. French of Onida, a Sully county pioneer, died suddenly at his home this morning. He was one of the first settlers of central Sully county, and has held several important positions during the time he has resided in this county.
Aberdeen Daily News (5 Feb. 1915) transcribed by FoFG MZ Pierre, Feb. 5. – Mrs. Riggs of this city died here this morning from the effects of an attack of appendicitis and complications following an operation.
Aberdeen Daily News (25 June 1913) transcribed by FoFG MZ Pierre, June 25. – George Reed, an old time resident of this city, died last night from injuries received in a runaway yesterday, when his wagon ran over him, causing internal injuries.
Aberdeen Daily News (8 Apr, 1891) transcribed by FoFG MZ The sad news come from Pierre that C. M. Orr died very suddenly at that place Saturday evening. He was an old resident of Dakota, a well known independent, an active member of the Pierre band and during the past winter reported the proceedings of the legislature for the Journal. Many friends extend sympathy to those who mourn the death of an honest, conscientious, noble man.
Aberdeen American (4 Feb. 1908) transcribed by FoFG MZ Pierre, Feb. 3. – Yesterday occurred the funerals of Sever Sorenson, and his sister, Mrs. John Stewart. Sorenson lived near Roussau, and Mrs. Stewart in this city, and both died at almost the same hour, both being victims of tuberculosis.
Aberdeen American (21 Dec. 1913) transcribed by FoFG MZ Pierre, Dec. 20. – Mrs. A. Noren died in Pierre this morning after a protracted illness, Mrs. Noren being one of the oldest settlers of the capital city, coming here early in the eighties. The Norens are prominent Methodists of Pierre.
Aberdeen Daily News (1 Oct. 1897) transcribed by FoFG MZ PIERRE, S.D., Oct. 1. – Mable Holmes, a 10-year-old girl, living near Okobojo was bitten by a rattlesnake and died the next morning from the effects of the bite.
Aberdeen Daily News (22 Dec. 1911) transcribed by FoFG MZ Mrs. Z. Justus of Pierre died Monday morning after a lingering illness.
Aberdeen Daily News (16 Dec. 1913) transcribed by FoFG MZ Pierre, Dec. 16. – Andrew W. Brink, one of the leading citizens of Pierre, died at his home in this city this afternoon, following a stroke of paralysis about ten days ago.
Aberdeen Weekly News (10 Mar. 1904) transcribed by FoFG MZ Pierre, S.D., March 8. – Miss Rena Nelson, the victim of the poisoned candy sent from Boone, Iowa, died last night from the effects of the poison.
Memorial folder
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell FRED ROOD WINANS Funeral: 1) Sept 15, 1987, First United Methodist Church, Pierre, SD 2) First Methodist Church, Highmore, SD
Burial: Highmore City Cemetery
Died: Sep. 12, 1987, Pierre, SD
Born: Jan. 19, 1904, Highmore, SD
Parents: A. D. & Emily (Maas) Winans
Education: Law degree, University of South Dakota Law School, Vermillion (1929)
Marriage: Marian Sharp, 1929
Occupation: Attorney, Hyde County States Attorney, Hyde County Judge, State Senate, Circuit Judge, South Dakota Supreme Court (retired 1976)
Preceded in death: 2 sisters (Marjorie, Reva); 1 brother (Ralph); parents
Memorial folder
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell EMIL CHRISTIAN (CURLY) STIEFEL Funeral: Sep. 9, 1987, Immanuel Lutheran Church, Harrold, SD
Burial: Medicine Hill Cemetery, Harrold, SD
Born: Feb. 1, 1910, Lehr, ND
Died: Sept. 4, 1987 (Harrold, SD)
Age: 77 yrs 7 mos 3 ds
Locatons: moved to Harrold in 1911
Marriage: Alma E. Auch (Dec. 6, 1931)
Occupation: Rural Mail Carrier, worked for Rau Motors; Drury Motor Sales, Town of Harrold, School custodian (retired 1967)
Preceded in death: Mother (Magdalena Winckler); stepfather (Jacob Winckler); 2 stepbrothers (Albert and Emil Winckler); 2 stepsisters (Pauline Zoller, Mary Maro Tzke); 2 half-brothers (Richard Winckler, Gottlieb Winckler), infant half-sister (Evelyn Winckler)
Unnamed, undated newspaper
Handwritten d. 1-24-82; burial 1-27-82
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell
Transcribed by Pamela J. Hamilton WILLIAM STEPHENS HIGHMORE – The funeral for William Stephens, 72, of Highmore who died Sunday January 24, 1982 in Sioux Falls will be 1 p.m. Wednesday January 27, 1982 in the United Methodist Church, Highmore, with Mrs. Lila Sloat officiating. Burial will be in Spring Hill Cemetery, Gann Valley on January 27, 1982. Visitation will be Tuesday at 2-4 p.m. at Hurd-Luze Funeral Home, Highmore. He was born September 29, 1909, at Humboldt to Mr. and Mrs. Elbert (Mary Snyder) Stephens. They moved to Gann Valley in 1920 where he graduated from school. On April 17, 1940, he married Carol Howard. They continued to farm in Buffalo County and moved to Hyde County in 1943 where he worked for Les Christenson until 1946 when he bought a ranch in Hughes County. He moved to Highmore in 1961 and did custom haying. He later worked for Farmers Union as a fuel delivery man until his retirement. He had since helped run the Stephens Café. He served on the school board for 20 years and was a county assessor. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, two sisters, a nephew and two nieces. (information on survivors omitted)
Memorial Leaflet
Burial in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery, Harrold, SD
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell
Transcribed by Pamela J. Hamilton EUGENIA HOLLERICH SCHMITGEN Eugenia Mary Hollerich was born November 2, 1900, in Luxemburg to Harry and Katherine Hollerich and died January 32, 1986, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Pierre, south Dakota, at the age of 85 years, two months and 19 days. She received her education in Luxemburg, before coming to the United States in 1919 to work for an uncle in Good Thunder, Minnesota. She was united in marriage to John P. Schmitgen in June, 1925, at Good Thunder. To this union four children were born. After her marriage, she moved to a farm ten miles north of Harrold, where she lived until 1976, when she made her home with her daughter, Katherine. She was an active member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Harrold. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, two brothers, two sisters and one infant son. (information on survivors omitted)
Unknown Newspaper, undated
Handwritten: burial 11-30-82
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell
Transcribed by Pamela J. Hamilton PEARL SANDERSON HIGHMORE – Pearl Blanche Sanderson, 83, of Highmore died Saturday, November 27, 1982 in St. Mary’s Hospital, Pierre. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday November 30, 1982 at Highmore City Cemetery with the Rev. Richard Dugan officiating. Friends may call at Hurd-Luze Funeral Home, Highmore, 2-9 p.m. Monday. She was born March 28, 1899, to Mr. and Mrs. Grant (Amelia Giles) Peterson. The family moved to Hughes County in 1909 where she received her education. She later taught school in western South Dakota. She married Arthur Sanderson and they lived in Peno Township, Hyde County for several years. She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter and her husband. (information on survivors omitted)
Unknown Newspaper, undated
Handwritten burial 1-17-1982
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell
Transcribed by Pamela J. Hamilton KENNETH E. PARKS HARROLD – Kenneth Eugene “Hike” Parks, 56, of Harrold, died Saturday, November 13, 1982 in Harrold. The funeral will be 10 a.m. Wednesday in the Isburg Funeral Home, Pierre, with the Rev. Bob Jannereth officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Pierre on November 27, 1982. Visitation will be Tuesday afternoon and evening and Wednesday until the time of the funeral at the funeral home. A memorial fund has been established and can be left at the Isburg Funeral Home in behalf of the family. He married Helen Gray in 1944 in Pierre. He later married Lunetta Unken August 6, 1980, in Pierre. He had worked at various jobs, doing construction most of his life. He worked with Johnson Brothers Construction in Pierre and on the Oahe Dam. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one son, Skip Parks. (information on survivors omitted)
Memorial Leaflet
Burial at Highmore City Cemetery, Highmore, SD
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell
Transcribed by Pamela J. Hamilton FRONIE SCHMIDT PARKER Fronie Schmidt was born January 30, 1905, in Hyde County, South Dakota, to Leopold and Veronica (Giodt) Schmidt and died October 25, 1985, at her home at Highmore Manor at the age of 80 years, eight months and 25 days. She was united in marriage to Frank Parker in January, 1938, at Pierre, South Dakota. To this union two children were born. She was a lifelong resident of Highmore and an active member of the Legion of Mary. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1953, three brothers and one sister. (survivor information omitted)
Unknown Newspaper
Unknown date
Handwritten 6-30-1980
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell SAM MCGAFFEE Funeral services were held at the Hurd-Luze funeral home this Wednesday for Samuel J. McGaffee with the Rev. Orland Sloat officiating. Burial was in the Black Hills National Cemetery.
Pallbearers were L. D. LaFortune, George Blasdell, Duane Johnson, Martin Wortman, Bud LaFortune and Everett Moore.
Samuel J. McGaffee was born May 11, 1908 at Pierre to Samuel and Sarah Kelley McGaffee and died June 30, 1980, at his home in Highmore at the age of 72 years, one month and 19 days.
He spent his entire life in the Highmore area, except when serving in World War II.
He married Dorothy Rathburn June 8, 1950, at Highmore. (information on survivors omitted)
Unknown, undated newspaper
from the scrapbook of Jacque McDonnell
ARTHUR ANTHONY MARSO
Arthur Anthony Marso was born October 8, 1913, in Marion, S. Dak., to Nicholas and Elizabeth (Reding) Marso and died March 25, 1987, at the age of 73 years, five months and 17 days. He suffered a dehabilitating stroke in April, 1982, and a fatal heart attack in March, 1987.
He grew up In Marion, coming to Harrold in 1934. At this time, he lived and worked with his brothers, Charles and Ray Marso. In 1940, he enlisted in the National Guard and served with the 147th Field Artillery. He was stationed at Fort Ord, California, for one year and went overseas in December, 1941. He served In the southwest Pacific and Australia, returning to the United States in January, 1945. He was discharged in August, 1945.
He was united in marriage to Genevieve Stauble February 7, 1945. To this union three sons were born: Dennis, Jim and Larry.
He and his family moved to a farm south of Harrold, living there until 1949 when they moved Into Harrold. where they managed a grocery store until 1952. After that, he worked for the federal government, sealing bins. He also served as a city policeman for the Town of Harrold, a school bus
driver and a Hughes County Deputy Sheriff until his retirement in 1978.
He served on the Town Board, the Harrold Fire Department and St. John's Catholic Church Council. He was a member of the American Legion, VFW, Knights of Columbus, St. John's Church Choir. Senior Citizens and the South Dakota Peace Officers Association.
Some of his greatest loves were hunting, fishing, gardening, yard work and bouncing his grandchildren on his knee.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Mary, Magdalene and Sister Sebastian; and three brothers, John, Frank and Charles. (information on survivors omitted)
Unnamed, undated newspaper
Handwritten: d. 12-20-81, funeral 12-23-81
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell
Transcribed by Pamela J. Hamilton ADELIA LETTAU Funeral services were held in the United Methodist Church this Wednesday for Adelia Lettau who died at the Hand County Memorial Hospital at the age of 72 years, nine months and 22 days (on December 20, 1981). The Rev. Orland Sloat officiated and burial was in the Highmore City Cemetery (December 23, 1981). Pallbearers were Art Marso, Ray Misterek, Robert Houdek, George Sharp, Harold Aasby and Kenneth Heintz. Adelia Boger was born February 28, 1908, at Garrison, North Dakota to Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Boger. She received her education in Garrison. She married Joel R. Lettau of Whitewood on July 5, 1925, at Washburn, North Dakota. To this union four children were born. She and her family lived and farmed in Harrold area until Joel’s death July 13, 1945, when she moved into Harrold. She worked in several cafes and was a cook at the Harrold consolidated School. She moved to Highmore in 1963 where she worked in cafes and for various families in the area. She was making her home at the Highmore manor at the time of her death. Preceding her in death were her parents, three sisters, three brothers, husband and son, Alvin. (information on survivors omitted)
Unknown Newspaper, undated
Handwritten death 12-24-1983
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell
Transcribed by Pamela J. Hamilton CHAUNCEY KLEBSCH Rites held for Chauncey Klebsch Funeral services were held Saturday in St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Highmore Church in Highmore for Chauncey Klebsch who died at his home in Highmore Thursday at the age of 89 years, four months and seven days. Father Paul Bachman officiated and burial was in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Highmore. Pallbears were Stuart Scott, William Kusser, Martin Bonnischsen, Dennis Nickelson, Charles Single and Harold Burnham. Chauncey R. Klebsch was born August 15, 2894, at Redfield to Henry and Lena Klebsch. He attended school in the Redfield area. As a young man, he worked in a flour mill and on a sheep ranch in the Frankfort area for six years. He was united in marriage to Irene M. Sporrer on October 6, 1920, at Zell. To this union three children were born. He farmed and ranched most of his life. In 1968, he retired from farming and moved into Highmore, where he spent the remaining years of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, one grandson and three brothers. (information on survivors omitted)
Unknown, undated newspaper
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell CHARLES F. INGLE Charles F. Ingle was born July 15, 1904, at Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, to Joseph and Julie (Stran) Ingle and died April 24, 1987, at the Highmore Nursing Home, Highmore, South Dakota, at the age of 82 years, nine months and nine days. He was baptized and confirmed in the Catholic faith. He received his education in Parochial Schools in Prairie du Chien. He moved to the Harrold, South Dakota, area in 1919, working as a construction worker in Hughes County. He was united in marriage to Ila Parks in Ft. Pierre, South Dakota, on October 27, 1937. To this union three sons were born. He was a mall carrier in the Blunt area from 1938-42, before moving to California, where he owned and operated a water well company. He moved back to Harrold in 1947 and was a U.S. Mail contractor until his retirement in 1976. He became a resident of the Highmore Nursing Home in 1981. He was preceded in death by one son, James Dennis; one Infant sister; and three brothers: Lawrence, George and Cyril. (information on survivors omitted)
Memorial Leaflet
Burial at Medicine Hill Cemetery, Harrold, SD
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell
Transcribed by Pamela J. Hamilton LORRAINE NICHOLSON HOFFMAN Date of Birth: June 29, 1924, Holabird, SD
Parents: Vincent & Gladys (Stanton) Nicholson
Date of Death: Sep. 19, 1985, Miller, SD Preceded in death by parents and sister, Mildred
Memorial Leaflet
Burial at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Highmore, SD
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell
Transcribed by Pamela J. Hamilton PATRICK DANIEL COWAN Date of birth: Jun 11, 1936, Harrold, SD
Parents: Art & Mary (Gregg) Cowan
Date of death: Oct. 3, 1985 Preceded in death by wife, and son Douglas Mark
Unknown, undated newspaper (from scrapbook)
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell MAE BRADY Mae Brady was born July 7, 1894, at Senica [sic], Illinois, to Jim and Anna (Noonan) Brady and died June 16, 1987, in Pierre, South Dakota, at the age of 92 years, 11 months and nine days. She moved to Estherville, Iowa, with her family and spent seven years there. In 1902, the family moved to Highmore, where she attended school. She also attended State Normal School in Aberdeen and later taught school in Hyde County for many years. She was baptized in the Catholic faith and was a member of the Catholic Daughters. In 1970, she moved to Pierre and at the time of her death resided in Maryhouse. Survivors include one sister-in-law, Delores Brady, Highmore; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers and five sisters.
from Memorial Leaflet
St. John’s Catholic Cemetery, Harrold, South Dakota Contributed by Jacque McDonnell Transcribed by Pamela Hamilton AUGUST C. BAUER
Date of Birth: April 20, 1915, Roscoe, SD
Parents: August & Rosina (Auch) Bauer
Date of Death: March 1986, Harrold, SD
Age: 70 yrs 10 mos 15 ds
Cause of death: Cancer Preceded in death by parents, brother Gustav, sister Alma Diegel, two sons Gary and Michael
Unknown Newspaper, undated
SSDI: b. 23 Apr 1903, d. Dec 1981
Last Residence: Highmore, Hyde co., SD
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell
Transcribed by Pamela J. Hamilton JEANETTE AUCH Rites held for Jeanette Auch Funeral services were held in Our Savior Lutheran Church this Wednesday for Jeanette Auch who died Saturday at the Huron Nursing Home at the age of 78 years, seven months and 26 days. Pastor Youngquist officiated and burial was in the Highmore City Cemetery. Pallbearers were David Knippling, Donald Knippling, Daniel Knippling, Gale Auch, Steven Auch and Marlin Auch. Jeanette Lillian Palmer was born April 23, 1903, at Martin County, Minnesota, near Granada, to Ray and Mary Spain Palmer. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith.
She received her education in rural schools and attended Southern Normal School at Springfield, where she received her diploma and started teaching. She taught in rural schools in Scotland for five years before she married. She was united in marriage to Emil Auch on March 8, 1927, at Yankton. To this union two children were born. The celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in March, 1977. She and her family lived at Lesterville a year and in the spring of 1928 moved to Harrold. In 1932, they moved to a farm in Hyde County, where they resided until 1978, when she and Emil moved into Highmore. She began teaching again in 1943 and taught in rural schools in Hyde County until her retirement in 1967. After this time, she did substitute teaching. She was an active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and always a willing participant. She was also active in Extension work and was a member of the Senior Citizens Center. Survivors include one son, Myrle E. Auch, Miller; one daughter, Ethel L. Knippling, Chamberlain; 14 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one sister, Luella Palmer, Sioux City, Iowa; and one brother, Jim Palmer, Riverside, California. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, one sister, two brothers and one granddaughter.
Unknown, undated newspaper
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell
Transcribed by Pamela J. Hamilton CHARLES EDWIN KING Date of Death: Monday, Aug. 18, 1986
Funeral: "Friday", Calvary Baptist Church, Blunt.
Burial: Pleasant Hill Cemetery, with military honors
Date of Birth: Aug. 31, 1937, Philip, SD
Parents: Daniel Forest & Frances Lomica King
Education: Capa and Bovine (grade school), Blunt (high school)
(some information omitted due to privacy concerns)
Memorial Leaflet
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell
Transcribed by Pamela J. Hamilton HILDEGAARD WOLZ DANBURG Birth: May 14, 1901 (Hutchinson co., Freeman, SD)
Parents: John C. & Elizabeth (Stern) Wolz
Died: July 6, 1986 (Pierre, SD)
Age: 85 yrs 1 mo 22 ds
Baptism & Confirmation: Hebron Lutheran Church (Freeman, SD)
Marriage: 1) Fred Knodel, Sept. 14, 1919, Menno, SD. Lived near Freeman and Holabird. 2) Devern Danburg, 1942, lived in Miller and Huron.
Other: Entered nursing home at Highmore in 1983.
from memorial folder, contributed by Jacque McDonnell DOROTHY MUREE NOONAN Dorothy Muree (McDonald) Noonan was born on September 24, 1920, to Stella (Durkin) and Bill Gallagher at their ranch near Stephan, S.D. She graduated from Mt. Marty High School in Yankton, S.D. and attended nurses training in Omaha, NE. In February. 1942, she married Julian McDonald and spent many years of her life on the ranch north of Highmore. Julian died on July 21, 1975. Dorothy married James (Clem) Noonan on June 27, 1977. He passed away on October 16, 1981.
Dorothy was an active member of the S.D. Republicans and was appointed by six different Governors to committees from 1970 through the 1990s. She was involved in many volunteer activities including Girls State (25 years as a counselor), Catholic Daughters, March of Dimes, and since moving to Pierre in 1993, she enjoyed her many hours as a docent at the Cultural Heritage Center.
Dorothy, 84, of Pierre, died Sunday, February 6, 2005, at St. Mary's Hospital, Pierre.
Greatful for having shared in "Granny's" long and wonderful life arc her daughters, Suzan Hart, San Pedro, CA, Katheryn (Neil) Davis, Blunt, S.D, and Mary Therese "Tess" (Kent) Kass of Bainbridge Island, WA; her Brother Bill (Beverly) Gallagher, Stephan, S.D. She will be lovingly remembered by her nine grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, two nephews and a niece. Her daughters are thankful for the kindness shown Dorothy Muree by her many special friends.
Due to the beginning of the Lenten season, the family request donation to your favorite charity in lieu of flowers.
September 24, 1920 - February 6, 2005
Rosary: Wednesday, February 9, 2005, Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Pierre, SD
Mass of Christian Burial: Thursday, February 10, 2005, Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Pierre, SD
Fr. Tom Cool - Celebrant
Sister Sherylyn Dinsmore - Pianist
Jeff Speaect - Vocalist
Casket Bearers: Bryce Chambers, Kory Davis, Neil Davis, Bill Gallagher, Bill Gallagher, Jr., Michael Hart, Tom Gallagher, Kent Kass
Honorary Basket Bearers - All of Dorothy Muree's Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren
Interment - Thursday, February 10, 2005, St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Highmore, SD
Feigum-VanLith Funeral Home
The Highmore (SD) Herald
Thursday, February 23, 2006
Submitted by Jacque McDonnell KATHRYN BUECHLER AUCH Funeral services were held February 20, 2006 at Faith Lutheran Church for Kathryn Auch of Pierre. Pastor Brad Urbach officiated and burial was in Riverside Cemetery.
Kathryn Buechler was born December 19, 1910 to George and Christina (Frey) Buechler in Bon Homme County south west of Tripp, SD and died February 17, 2006 at Maryhouse Nursing Care Center in Pierre, at the age of 95 years, one month and 29 days.
She grew up in Tripp until she was 10 years old when she and her family moved southwest of Highmore. She attended school at South Gage School southwest of Highmore. She completed seventh grade and then left school to help on the family farm. She also worked in cafes and private homes.
She was united in marriage to Herbert Auch in Miller, SD at the Lutheran Parsonage on May 16, 1935. They moved to Harrold, where they raised their family and lived for 56 years. In Harrold, she was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church, the ladies guild and Senior Citizens Center.
She took great joy working in her flower and vegetable garden. The family remembers the wonderful German meals she prepared.
Due to failing health, Herbert and Kathryn relocated to Pierre in 1991 to be closer to family and healthcare. In Pierre, she was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Forever Young and Dorcas Circle.
She continued to be able to garden by convincing her land lord to let her put a small garden in the apartment lawn.
Kathryn suffered a stroke and moved to Kelly's Assisted Living in July of 2000. She lived there until 2003, at which time she moved to Maryhouse Long Term Care Facility where she lived until her death.
Survivors include her four children: Robert Auch of Denver, Mary Hiller of Pierre, Charlotte and Roy Hiller of Pierre and Marsha and Glenn Priebe of Pukwana; nine grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, a son-in-law Chet, a great-grandson Gage, eight brothers and three sisters.
From Funeral card
Submitted by Jacque McDonnell ALFRED J. BERRIEN Funeral Mass on Saturday, May 25, 1985
St. John’s Catholic Church, Harrold, South Dakota
Interment: St. John’s Catholic Cemetery, Harrold, South Dakota Alfred J. Berrien was born September 12, 1909, at Huron, South Dakota, to Alfred and Terecia (Arnoldy) Berrien and died May 23, 1985, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Pierre, South Dakota, at the age of 75 years, eight months and 11 days.
He received his education in Yankton schools, moving with his parents to Sully County in 1928. He moved to his present farm in 1934, where he resided until his death.
He was united in marriage to Barbara Schmitt on October 3, 1949, at Highmore, South Dakota. To this union three children were born.
He spent several years as a TV repairman. He served on the township board and the school board for several years.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara, Harrold; one daughter, Linda Rogers, Lakeville, Minn.; two sons: David, Bloomington, Minn.; and Dennis, Harrold; two grandchildren; one sister, Helen Pyncheon, Pierre; and a host of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Georgia Roberts.
Memorial Folder for Kimberley Cowan Churchill
Submitted by Jacque McDonnell KIMBERLEY ANN COWAN CHURCHILL
Kimberley Ann Cowan was born on June 18, 1962 in Pierre to Paul (Willie) and Loretta (Metzinger) Cowan.
Kim attended school in Pierre for thirteen years beginning at Peoria Country School and graduating from Riggs High in 1980. She then attended SDSU where she was a Great Plains collegiate rodeo secretary and graduated in 1984. She married Don Churchill on October 6, 1986 in Alpine, Texas. She worked for Onida Feeders, May, Adam, Gerdes and Thompson, Sew What Embroidery and finally as a mom at home with her children Libby Megan, Carly Ann and Murphy Elizabeth. Kim was diagnosed with cancer on July 16, 1998 and moved lo Highmore Healthcare Center on September 12, 2002.
Above all else, Kim was a ranch wife and mother. Known for her efficiency, organization and determination, she was involved in all aspects of ranching from riding, roping and doctoring in the pasture to cooking, and working with college, 4-11 and youth rodeo. Though she only had three children, she was a coach, mentor and role model to many, many more.
She is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Art and Mary Cowan and maternal grandfather Art Metzinger.
Memorials may be directed to Highmore Nursing Home. June 18, 1962 – October 10, 2003
Interment: Scotty Philip Cemetery, Fort Pierre, South Dakota (survivor information omitted for privacy reasons)
Unknown newspaper
Submitted by Jacque McDonnell
transcribed by Betty Hammer MARIE L. TOBIN CRAWFORD Funeral services were held Saturday, Sept. 27, 2003 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Gettysburg for Marie L. Crawford of Highmore, formerly of Gettysburg and Pierre. Father John Short officiated and burial was in the Catholic Cemetery in Gettysburg.
Marie Lorraine Tobin was born October 13, 1923 in Roswell, SD to Thomas and Mable (Clute) Tobin and died September 24, 2003 at the Highmore Healthcare Center in Highmore, SD, at the age of 79 years, 11 months and 11 days.
She was the oldest of nine children. She was united in marriage to Richard S. Crawford on August 26, 1942, at the age 19. To this union seven children were born.
She worked various trades until she began as a clerk typist in May 1974, working for the Division of Highways in Pierre, SD and for the Clint Roberts Campaign in 1980. Marie became a housekeeper for a few years in Minnesota
before returning to SD and lived in Pierre for the last 30 years.
She was active in the Senior Citizen Kitchen band and singing group; song leader at St. Peter & Paul Catholic Church; Altar Society in both Gettysburg and Pierre. She was a member of DAU, Catholic Daughters, Legion of Mary, and the Community Choir of Pierre. Marie loved bingo, music, and all of her children, and grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and two sons, Thomas and Patrick. (survivor information omitted for privacy reasons)
The Daily Plainsman
Huron, South Dakota
Sunday, February 25, 1962 contributed by Karen Seeman J. E. DENNISON Pierre—J. E. Dennison, 66, died Feb. 13, at his home in Pierre. Funeral services were held Feb. 17 in the First Methodist Church with the Rev. Lloyd K. Grinager officiating.
Burial was made at Platte and the Dotson Mortuary was in charge of arrangements. Honorary pallbearers were John Griffin, Roy Baker, Walter Burke, Kline Nelson, Ward Green, and Dean Starkey. Active were John Wright, Pat Doyle, Wayne Sorenson, Alvin Zoller, Leo Th?I, and Russell Gregorson, all of Pierre.
J. E. Dennison was born Aug. 6, 1895 at Jackson, Tenn. He was married to Ruth Faulkner May 25, 1935 at Chamberlain. Dennison was a chief designer in the South Dakota Highway Department. He was a past commander and active member of the American Legion Post Eight, member of the State American Legion Athletic Commission, active in the Pierre Junior Legion baseball program, a member of the VFW, Pierre Elks Lodge, charter member of the Pierre Legion Kiltie Drum and Bugle Corps. Dennison served in France in World War I.
He is survived by his widow, a daughter, Mrs. K. A. Miller, California; a brother, Elmer, Pierre; a half brother, W. D. Cason, and half sister, Kathleen Coson Ewing.
The Daily Plainsman, Huron, South Dakota
Monday, October 19, 1964 contributed by Karen Seeman EMANUEL GRAHAM Emanuel Graham, 59, a long-time farmer in the Harrold area, died Saturday afternoon at the Ft. Pierre Hotel.
The funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Hope Reformed Church.
Graham is survived by two sons, six brothers, and three sisters.
Unknown Newspaper, July 14, 2003
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell
transcribed by Betty Hammer ROBERT L. GREGG Robert L. Gregg, Spearfish, formerly of Pierre, died peacefully at his home with special friend Marjorie Crane and many family members by his side on Saturday, July 12, 2003.
A memorial service has been set for 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 16, at the Carlsen & Aldinger Funeral Home in Spearfish. Everyone is invited to a reception at Spearfish Park following the memorial service.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Theresa Margaret Cowan Gregg; daughters Nancy Beaner and Rita Barta; grandchildren Boyd Gregg and Ryan Beaner; and six brothers and sisters, Sam, Mary, Clyde, Scott, Heather and Bernard. (survivor information omitted for privacy reasons)
The Huron (SD) Daily Plainsman
Tuesday, October 25, 1966
contributed by Karen Seeman MELVIN HALL Pierre—The funeral service for Melvin J. Hall, who died suddenly Sunday, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Trinity Episcopal Church with the Rev. Eric Wright officiating. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery. A prayer service will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday.
The Hall Funeral Home announced arrangements.
Hall was born Aug. 6, 1908 (?), in Luverne, Minn., the son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Hall. He was married to Jessie Wooledge of Gann Valley, Nov. 8, 1932. They farmed near Gann Valley until 1941, when they came to Pierre. Hall had been employed at Wegner Auto since that time.
Survivors include his widow, five daughters, Jeannette, Mrs. Luverne Pfieffer, Margaret, Mrs. Eugene Schlichenmayer, both of Pierre; Jeanne, Mrs. Fred Job, Anaheim, Calif.; Muriel, Mrs. Ernest Jarman, Mary, Mrs. William Justice, both of Ft. Pierre, one son, David, stationed with the U. S. Navy at Long Beach, Calif.; nine grandchildren; his father, Martin of Chamberlain; three brothers, including Trigve of Miller and one sister, Mrs. Esther Speck, Gann Valley.
The Highmore (SD) Herald
Thursday, February 2, 2006
Submitted by Jacque McDonnell MARY JO WEBER HIRSCH Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Jo Hirsch, formerly of Highmore, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, February 2, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Highmore. Father Paul Nereparmpil will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery at Highmore. A wake and rosary service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 1, at the church.
Mary Jo Weber was born December 22, 1935 to Lawrence and Louise (Morgan) Weber in Highmore and died January 29, 2006 at St. Mary's Hospital in Pierre, at the age of 70 years, one month and seven days.
She was raised in the Highmore area while attending school in Hyde County.
She was united in marriage to Joe Hirsch, Jr. on June 22,1953. To this union, seven children were born: Larry, Bobbi, Lori, Steve, Rhonda, William, and Jacki.
After her marriage she lived in Highmore, where she worked at the Highmore Nursing Home for thirteen years.
She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church until moving from Highmore. She loved gardening, cross stitch, and word puzzles. She enjoyed family reunions and spending time with her sixteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, an infant son, William; and one sister, Carol Lettau. (survivor information omitted for privacy reasons)
Huron (SD) Daily Plainsman
Monday, Nov. 20, 1972
contributed by Karen Seeman HENRY R. HORNER Pierre—Graveside rite will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Riverside Cemetery for Henry R. Horner, 42, who died Nov. 10 at Portland, Ore., The Rev. Robert Hodgen will officiate.
Born at Aberdeen, Oct. 14, 1930, Horner came to Pierre as a child and was graduated from Pierre High School. Survivors include his mother, Pearl Horner and sister Mrs. Nancy Hargarten, both of 5405 Pendicton Lane, Austin, Tex. His father Harry preceded him in death.
Hall Funeral Home announced arrangements.
The Daily Plainsman
Huron, South Dakota
Sunday, February 25, 1962
contributed by Karen Seeman W. J. HUGHES Pierre—Funeral services were held Feb. 19 in the Congregational Church at Pierre for Major W. J. (Jim) Hughes, 48, who was killed in an auto accident near Midland Feb. 15 on Highway 14.
The Rev. E. H. Hirrschoff officiated at the services and burial was made in the Black Hills National Cemetery, Ft. Meade. Widdoss Funeral Home, Pierre, was in charge of arrangements.
Honorary pallbearers were Major General Homer E. Jensen, Rapid City; Col. K. R. Scurr, Col. Will G. Robinson, Lt. Col. Howard Van Camp, all of Pierre; Lt. Col. John J. Steele, Rapid City; Lt. Col. Richard Cropp, and Lt. Col. Warren Prostrollo, Mitchell. Active were Capt. John P. Dewell, Major Homer Harding, Capt. Donald Rounds, and Capt. Robert L. Nystrom.
Full military rites were conducted at the graveside. An honor guard officiated at the Pierre service.
Hughes was born March 9, 1913 at Colome. He was married to Jane Stone, Detroit, Mich. in 1945 at Armour. Major Hughes had served in the National Guard since 1940 and was presently executive officer of 147th Battalion in Pierre and had maintained his home in Pierre after his transfer to Rapid City.
He was a member of the VFW, had served as chairman for Hughes County Red Cross , and was first vice president of the South Dakota National Guard at the time of his death. Hughes was a member of the Masonic order and was active in the Christian Science Church.
Survivors include his widow, two daughters, Linda and Christina, his mother, Mrs. Florence Hughes, Rapid City; a brother, Floyd, Clearfield, Utah; three sisters, Mrs. A. Naeve, Mrs. R. Duffek, and Mrs. M. Goodolen, all of Rapid City.
The Daily Plainsman, Huron, South Dakota
Friday, July 9, 1971
contributed by Karen Seeman EUGENE HURT, SR. Pierre—Funeral services for Eugene Hurt, Sr., 50, of Eureka, Nev., were held Friday afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Chapel in Pierre, Dr. Harvey Sander officiated at the services. Burial was at the Riverside Cemetery.
Hurt died July 4 at the Veteran’s Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born Sep. 10, 1920 at Anamosa, Iowa, and married Lulu Winckler Feb. 1, 1968 at Elodin, Missouri.
Hurt was a veteran of World War II, and made his home at Eureka, Nev.
Survivors include his widow, Lulu; three sons; two daughters; seven grandchildren; and his father.
Hall Funeral Chapel in Pierre was in charge of arrangements.
Huron (SD) Daily Plainsman
Wednesday, Jan. 30, 1974
contributed by Karen Seeman ELENORA JOHNSON Pierre—The funeral service for Elenora Johnson, 27, who died Sunday at Rockford, Ill., will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Thompson Isburg Chapel, with the Rev. Dr. Harvey Sander officiating. Burial will be in Scotty Phillip Cemetery, Ft. Pierre.
Elenora Johnson was born April 15, 1946, the daughter of Clare and Hazel Johnson. She worked at St. Mary’s Hospital, Pierre, and later at an industrial plant in Genoa, Ill.
Survivors include her father, Clare Johnson, Ft. Pierre; three sisters, Mrs. Russell (Irene) Green, Emery, Wis.; Mrs. Leon (Mildred) Salathe, Poplar Grove, Ill., and Mrs. Johnny (Martha) Lane, Naylor, Mo.; two brothers, Duwayne, Watertown, Wis., and Clarence, Belvidere, Ill.
Funeral arrangements were announced by the Thompson-Isburg Chapel, Pierre.
The Highmore (SD) Herald
Thursday, March 30, 2006
Submitted by Jacque McDonnell ALVINA CARROLL KATHNER Funeral services were held March 27 at the United Methodist Church in Harrold for Alvina (Carroll) Kathner. Rev. Jenene Earl officiated and burial was at the Medicine Hill Cemetery at Harrold.
Alvina B. Hoffman was born to Herman and Bertha (Ensminger) Hoffman on December 4, 1920, at Parkston, South Dakota, and died March 24, 2006 at the Prairie Good Samaritan Center in Miller, South Dakota, at the age of 85 years, three months and 20 days.
She attended grade school at the South Holabird School. She married Dan B. Carroll on October 28, 1937 at Pierre, SD. She and Dan farmed south of Harrold, and milked cows for 50 years.
She was a member of the Harrold United Methodist Church for over 50 years. She was also a member of the Useful Hour Extension Club for 40 years. She enjoyed gardening, sewing and being a homemaker. She also enjoyed her family, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Her favorite pastimes were fishing and playing cards.
She married Roy Kathner in Miller, SD, on November 24, 1989. They lived on a farm near Wolsey, and later moved to Miller.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Dan; one sister, Regina Borchardt; one son-in-law, Dalmer Buechler; and one great-great-granddaughter, Azlyne Graves. (survivor information omitted for privacy reasons)
The Daily Plainsman, Huron, South Dakota
Friday, August 11, 1967
transcribed by Karen Seeman HENRIETTA KRELL Pierre - Henrietta Krell, 78, who died from injuries suffered in an accident near Miller, Wednesday morning, was born in Milltown, April 20, 1889. She was married to Henry Kietzmann at Clayton, in 1912 when they moved to the Onida community.
In 1934 they moved to a farm north of Blunt. In 1947 she moved into Blunt and was married to Jacob A. Krell. He preceded her in death.
Survivors include two sons, Floyd Kietzmann, Blunt and Glenn Kietzman, Pierre; two daughters, Agnes, Mrs. Art Wilhite, Hardtner, Kans.; and Lorraine, Mrs. Quentin Sutley, Ft. Pierre; two brothers, Alfred Descomvaz, Worthington, Minn., and Tony Descomvaz, Portland, Ore.; one sister, Mrs. Jennie Hackenlaibel, Menno; 14 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Blunt Methodist Church. The Rev. Dr. Harvey Sander will officiate with burial in the Blunt Cemetery.
Hall Funeral Home, Pierre announced arrangements.
The Huron (SD) Daily Plainsman
Tuesday, October 25, 1966
contributed by Karen Seeman PAUL R. LIEN Harrold—The funeral service for Paul R. Lien, 84, Mitchell, formerly of Harrold, was held Friday at First Lutheran Church in Mitchell with the Rev. Carl Borgwardt officiating. Burial was in Graceland Cemetery.
Lien died Oct. 18 in a Mitchell hospital. Born Oct. 28, 1881, in Yankton County, Lien married Edna Smith at Corsica in 1907. They moved to Harrold in 1913 where he barbered and farmed. They moved to Mitchell 12 years ago and operated a rug weaving business.
Survivors include his widow; one son, Donald J., Long Beach, Calif.; three daughters, Mrs. Roberta Milleu, Vicksburg, Miss.; Mrs. Blanche Hilman, Mitchell; Mrs. Charles Marso, Harrold; 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
The Daily Plainsman, Huron, South Dakota
Monday, July 20, 1964
contributed by Karen Seeman JOHN LONG Pierre – John Long of Blunt died at St. Mary’s Hospital Saturday night. He was 50 years old. The Widdoss-Hall Funeral Home is in charge of funeral arrangements. The funeral is set for Tuesday but complete arrangements have not been made.
Unknown newspaper
Submitted by Jacque McDonnell STANISLAUS MAUDLIN The Rev. Stanislaus Maudlin, OSB, 89, a monk of Blue Cloud Abbey, Marvin, died at St. William's Nursing Home in Milbank Sunday, Jan. 22. Funeral Mass will be held at Blue Cloud Abbey Thursday, Jan. 26 at 11:00 a.m. Mundwiler Funeral Home of Milbank is in charge of arrangements.
Father Stanislaus was born in Greensburg, IN, on Dec. 16, 1916. He entered the Order of St. Benedict at St. Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, in 1934 and professed final vows in 1938. In 1942, he was ordained to the priesthood. He was assigned to St. Ann's Mission, Belcourt, North Dakota, the following year. Named superior of St. Michael's Mission, St. Michael, North Dakota, he remained there for six years, followed by assignment to Immaculate Conception at Stephan, South Dakota, where he served the parishioners of Stephan, Fort Thompson, Big Bend and Pierre. He returned to Belcourt, North Dakota, for a brief time in 1966.
He was a founding member of Blue Cloud Abbey in 1950. In 1967, he was named the Executive Director of the American Indian Culture Research Center at Blue Cloud, a position he held until his death. Bishop Paul V. Dudley of the Sioux Falls Diocese named him Vicar for Indian Ministry and this past December, he received an honorary doctorate from Mt. Marty College in Yankton. Soon after this, he suffered a stroke.
Survivors include: a brother, Joseph Maudlin of Diamond Bar, California; and a sister, Sister Marie Kathleen Maudlin, O.S.F. of Oldenburg, Indiana. Note: died Jan. 22, 2006
The Daily Plainsman, Huron, South Dakota
Monday, October 19, 1964
contributed by Karen Seeman PETE PETERSON Pierre – Pete Peterson, 82, Blunt, died Sunday morning at St. Mary’s Hospital following a long illness. The Hall Funeral Home is making arrangements.
The Daily Plainsman, Huron, South Dakota
Friday, July 9, 1971
FERNE PING Blunt—The funeral service for Mrs. Harry (Ferne) Ping, 69, who died Wednesday at Hawarden, Iowa, will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in the United Methodist Church with the Rev. Wallace Walton officiating. Burial will be in the Blunt Cemetery.
Ferne Locke was born Dec. 11, 1901, at Dakota City, Iowa. She was married to Harry Ping, June 30, 1920, at Peterson, Iowa. They resided in Iowa until moving to Blunt in 1946 and they farmed in the area. Her husband preceded her in death in 1968
Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Dorothy) Sevening, Blunt; three sons, Jack and Robert, Ireton, Iowa; Richard, Blunt; three brothers, the Rev. Howard Locke, Springfield; William Locke, Kansas City; Donald Locke, Portland, Ore.; 13 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral arrangements were announced by the Hall Funeral Home, Pierre.
Unknown newspaper
Submitted by Jacque McDonnell ROBERT SCOTT Funeral services were held January 23, 2006 at the Vivian Auditorium for Robert L. Scott of Pierre. Burial was in the Presho City Cemetery.
Robert LeRoy Scott was born April 19,1922 in Lyman County, SD to Ray and Elsa (Schnert) Scott and died January 19, 2006 at St. Mary's Hospital in Pierre at the age of 83 years and nine months.
He attended school at Stony Butte Township and graduated from Presho High School. He served in the Army where he was stationed in Japan.
He worked off the farm/ranch at several jobs to earn money to keep and build the ranch.
He was united in marriage to DeLoris Miller on June 15, 1950 at Kennebec, SD. His aunt Ida Miller and his mom gave them money and land to get started.
They lived and worked at the ranch until 2001 when, because of DeLoris' health, they sold the ranch to Mary Kay and Dick Carter. They purchased a home in Pierre. DeLoris passed away on July 31, 2003.
Bob was a Legion Commander and member at Vivian. He also was DAV commander and chaplain, a life member of the VFW, where he served as National Aid-De-Camp in 1964, VFW District Commander from 1965-1966, All state team Post Commander from 1967-1968 Post 2038, Post Chaplain 1989-1995, 1969-1970, and 1989- 1992 and was Chaplain at the time of his death. He also was a member of Toastmasters and the Lyman County Historical Society. In 1968 he was Citizen of the Day in Pierre. 2002 was State Bob Scott Day.
He married Velta Sarvis Kindopp on June 12, 2005. They enjoyed each other very much and traveled some and danced their way through life.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, two brothers and one brother-in-law. (survivor information omitted for privacy reasons)
The Highmore (SD) Herald
Thursday, September 4, 2003, Pg. 8
transcribed by Betty Hammer DON SHARP Funeral services will be held Thursday, Sept. 4, at 2:00 p.m. at First Assembly of God Church, 1120 North Harrison Avenue in Pierre, for Donald Sharp of Ft. Pierre. Burial will be at Scotty Philip Cemetery, Ft. Pierre. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Sept 3., from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Feigum Funeral Home, 808 West Pleasant Drive, with a prayer service set for 7:00 p.m.
Donald Sharp was born April 4, 1941, in Highmore to Donald and Elizabeth (Wemmering) Sharp and died August 29, 2003 at his home in Fort Pierre at the age of 62 years, four months and 25 days.
He attended a year of college at Northern in Aberdeen after graduating from Highmore High School. He entered the Army Airborne 101st for several years. He worked in various places as a meat cutter and eventually began working for Sutley's Market in Ft. Pierre. He was co-owner of Sutley's Market in Pierre and Fort Pierre at the time of his death.
He was united in marriage to Lois Gust in Yankton on May 29, 1971. He loved music and played the trumpet and piano. He enjoyed the time he had with his grandson and was a loyal father, husband and grandfather. He was known for his cooking ability and will be remembered by his many friends from his years as meat manager at Sutley's.
(survivor information omitted for privacy reasons)
The Huron (SD) Daily Plainsman
Wednesday, Nov. 14, 1973 FLORENCE A. SLY A memorial service was held Nov. 6 at Portland, Ore., and burial was at Minneapolis for Florence A. Sly who died Oct. 30 at Portland.
Miss Sly, in her 80s, was for many years state supervisor of home economics in the Department of Education at Pierre and following her service in that Department of Education at Pierre and following her service in that department was county and district home supervisor under the Farm Security Administration in South Dakota. She moved to Portland about 15 years ago.
The Huronite and The Daily Plainsman
Huron, South Dakota
June 26, 1956
contributed by Karen Seeman W. G. SORENSON Pierre - Funeral services were held Monday afternoon for W. G. Sorenson, city police magistrate since 1950. Sorenson died Friday of a heart attack while fishing in the Black Hills. He was 54.
Services were held in the First Congregational Church, the Rev. E. H. Hirrschoff officiating.
Sorenson was also business manager of the downtown clinic, and had been a resident of Pierre since 1930. He was a charter member and past president of Rotary, a trustee of the First Congregational Church, and chairman of the Pierre committee for the Salvation Army.
He is survived by his wife, Merle; one daughter, Mrs. Darryl Booth, Casper, Wyo.; and his mother, brother and sister of Washington state.
Memorial Folder
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell ALICE MAY GALLOGLY SUNDING Alice May Gallogly was bom March 12, 1914. in Hyde County, South Dakota, to Joe and Mary (Sherman) Gallogly and died December 18, 2003, at the Centennial Hospice Cottage in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, at the age of 89 years, nine months and six days. She was baptized into the Lutheran faith at Edwin Church and confirmed on December 7, 1952 by Rev. Richard Schlack. She attended school in Lincoln Township and Highmore, South Dakota. She also attended school at Harrold, South Dakota, where her sister, Lottie Jeffers, was her teacher. She was united in marriage to Glenn (Bud) Sunding, son of Carl and Roberta Sunding, on November 30, 1934, at Cadott, Wisconsin. To this union one daughter was born. They farmed and ranched until April 24, 1984, when they retired and moved to Highmore. Her husband passed away in 1988 and she continued to maintain her residence in Highmore, until the fall of 2002 when she began residence in Sioux Falls due to ill health. She was a member of the Edwin Ladies Aid and taught Sunday School. After moving into Highmore. she helped whenever she was needed at Our Savior Lutheran Church and was also active in the Golden Age Club and the Senior Center. She was a homemaker who loved gardening, cooking, country music and dancing. She enjoyed playing cards with her friends and entertaining family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; two sisters: Lottie Jeffers and Minnie Forman; and three brothers: Glen, Ernest and Paul Gallogly. Interment: Highmore City Cemetery, Highmore, South Dakota (note: information on survivors was omitted due to privacy reasons)
Unknown newspaper
Contributed by Jacque McDonnell ANN THORESON Ann Thoreson died on April 3, 2003. A memorial service to celebrate her life is being planned for a later date. Annie Marie Springer was born in Chamberlain on Jan. 29, 1917, to Herman and Maria (Nitz) Springer. As a young adult, she moved to the Highmore area where she married Albert Mehrer. They raised a family together until her husband's death. At that time she and her two children moved to Pierre where she later married Theodore Thoreson and had two daughters. While living in Pierre, she worked for J.C. Penney Company and later for the South Dakota Division of Motor Vehicles. In 1992 Ann moved to Keizer Ore., where she lived until her death. Her family and friends share wonderful memories of her creative talents as a seamstress and her love of gardening and sharing its bounty with others. To many she is fondly remembered as "Catfish Annie" with a passion for fishing. Ann was preceded in death by her parents, an infant son, two husbands, and eight brothers and sisters.
The Huron (South Dakota) Daily Plainsman
December 27, 1972
transcribed by Karen Seeman DR. G. J. VAN HEUVELEN Pierre - Funeral service(s) for Dr. G. J. Van Heuvelen, 69, a former South Dakota health officer who died Monday at St. Mary's Hospital, will be Thursday at 10 a.m. in the Hall Funeral Chapel. The Rev. R. Hirrschoff will officiate. Burial will be in the Black Hills National Cemetery near Sturgis.
Van Heuvelen was born June 19, 1903 at Herreid, to John and Genny Tinhold Van Heuvelen. He married Frances Marie Thompson on June 27, 1934 in Chicago.
He graduated from public high school in Herreid and recevied a Bachelor of Science degree from Dakota Wesleyan in 1924. Van Heuvelen was graduated from University of South Dakota College of Medicine in 1927 with a Bachelor of Science degree.
He remained at USD as an instructor for two years. He then went to Rush Medical School in Chicago where he received his M. D. in 1931. He joined the state health department in 1936 after three years of private practice in Elk Point.
He was named state health officer in 1948 and served in that position until he retired July 1, 1970.
Van heuvelen was sent from the South Dakota Health Department to John(s) Hopkins School of Hygiene and Public Health were he received a master's degree in public health in 1938.
During World War II he entered the service as a captain and retired as a colonel. He returned to the South Dakota Health Department.
He was especially interested in crippled children and the handicapped. HE planned yearly clinics for crippled children and secured cosponsorship of the Elks Club and the health department in several South Dakota towns.
Van Heuvelen received awards for Outstanding Service in Health from the Welfare, Health and Rehabilitation Conference in 1957 and Outstanding Physician from the Governors Committee of the Handicapped .
He was a member of the Pierre Congregational Church and served on the board of trustees. He was an Elk and was active in the Elk chorus.
Van Heuvelen is survived by his widow; a daughter, Mrs. James (Jane) Forsythe, Rapid City; two grandchildren; two sisters, Jean Van Heuvelen and Mrs. A. H. Shostrom, both of Deadwood, and a brother, Dr. V. D. Van Heuvelen, Deadwood.
A memorial is being established for Crippled Children's Hospital in Sioux Falls. Gifts may be sent to Royal Van Camp, Pierre National Bank.
Hall Funeral Home announced the funeral arrangements.
The Huronite and Daily Plainsman, Huron, South Dakota
Monday, November 14, 1955 VIOLA WINGET Pierre – Funeral services were held Friday at the Widdoss Chapel in Pierre and burial services held in Parker Saturday for Mrs. Viola Winget, 91. She died Nov. 9 in a rest home in Pierre.
She had been a resident of Pierre 20 years. She was born Dec. 20, 1863 in Wisconsin, coming to South Dakota about 70 years ago.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. J. C. Shanks of Pierre.
Prior to residing in Pierre she was a resident of Marion and Parker.
17 Nov 1982
submitted by Jacque McDonnell KENNETH E. PARKS Harrold - Kenneth Eugene "Hike" Parks, 56, of Harrold, died Saturday, Nov. 13, 1982 at Harrold. The funeral will be 10 a.m. Wednesday in the Isburg Funeral Home, Pierre, with the Rev. Bob Jannereth officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Pierre. Visitation will be Tuesday afternoon and evening and Wednesday until the time of funeral at the funeral home. A memorial fund has been established and can be left at the Isburg Funeral Home in behalf of the family. Kenneth Eugene Parks was born Oct. 21, 1926, in Blunt to Mr. and Mrs. Bert (Nevia Schreffler) Parks. He married Helen Gray in 1944 in Pierre. He later married Lunetta Unken Aug. 6, 1980, in Pierre. He had worked at various jobs, doing construction most of his life. He worked with Johnson Brothers Construction in Pierre and on the Oahe Dam. He is survived by his three sons, Duane Parks of Longmont, Colo., Allen Parks of Newcastle, Wyo., and David Parks of Harrold; 22 grandchildren; two sisters, Ila Ingle of Harrold, and Mrs. Harry (Marian) Roberts of Sacramento, Calif.; one brother, LeRoy "Mike" Parks of Blytheville, Ark. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one son, Skip Parks.
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