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Cheryl I. Wolfburg, age 67 of Gayville, passed away Monday, April 01, 2013 at her home. Memorial Services are 3:00 PM, Friday, April 5, 2013 at the Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Chapel, Yankton, with family present one hour prior to the service. Honorary Urn Bearers will be Tiffany and Tara Oren, Kyle, Thad, and Hadley Femrite, and Leah and Andrew Oren.
Cheryl was born on April 24, 1945 to Jerome and Mary (Little Hawk) Martin at Mad Bear Camp in Fort Yates, North Dakota. On April 20, 1990, Cheryl was united in marriage to Michael Wolfburg in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Her memory is cherished by her husband, Michael Wolfburg of Gayville, SD; her children: Danial (Carol) Oren, Becky Femrite, all of Sioux Falls,SD and Jason (Miranda) Oren, Tea, SD; seven grandchildren: Tiffany and Tara Oren, Kyle, Thad, and Hadley Femrite, and Leah and Andrew Oren; Aunt, Therese Martin of Ft. Yates, ND; brother, Darrell Martin of Westminster, CO; sister, Millie (Mike) Corrigan of Calico Rock, AR and nieces and nephews.
Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Joaquin and sister, Corinne.
Joseph J. Yaggie, age 96, of Yankton, SD passed away Monday evening, January 14, 2013 at the Avera Sister James Care Center, Yankton, surrounded by his family. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM, Saturday, January 19, 2013 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Yankton, with Rev. John Rutten officiating. Burial will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Yankton, SD. Visitations will begin at 5 PM, Friday, January 18, 2013 at the Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Home & Crematory, Yankton, with a 7:30 PM rosary and a 8:00 PM Scripture service. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church. Pallbearers are Matthew Yaggie, Michael Yaggie, Joey Yaggie, Jim Yaggie, Mitchell Yaggie, and Jason Yaggie. Honorary pallbearers are Janelle Brenden and Jennifer DeJong.
Joseph J. Yaggie was born October 3, 1916 to Otto and Anna (Zitzelberger) Yaggie in Yankton, SD. He attended Sacred Heart Elementary School in Yankton and prep school at St. John's University in Collegeville, Minnesota.
Joe grew up on the dairy farm west of Mission Hill and when he was 12 years old, his father died. After graduation, Joe returned home to farm with his mother and siblings. Joe built one of the first modern milking parlors in Yankton County in the 1950's and was a pioneer in conservation farming in the 1960's using the latest tillage practices and equipment. Joe married Irene Vlasak on April 30, 1952 at Sacred Heart Church in Yankton. After returning from their honeymoon in 1952, Joe never missed a morning or evening milking until 1973 when he won a trip to Hawaii through the O'sGold Seed Company. During his many years of farming, he was a promoter of breeding through artificial insemination and involved with the Dairy Extension, Yankton County 4-H, Knights of Columbus and was a charter member of the South-East Experimental Farm at Beresford. He passed his love of farming to his sons and granddaughter and helped out on the family farm until he was 91 years old.
He was very devout in his faith, a lifelong member of Sacred Heart Church and strong supporter of Sacred Heart Catholic School. Joe was a quiet man who always lived life through his faith. When things were stressful, Joe's favorite saying was "Oh Himmel" which meant Oh Heaven. Joe believed that Sunday was a day of rest from farm work and would spend the day visiting with family and friends. He would often take milk, cream, fruit, and vegetables from his garden to shut-ins and friends in town. He had a passion for gardening and loved to share the fruits of his labor. Although Joe couldn't travel, he loved geography and spent hours studying maps and reading about faraway places.
Joe is survived by his wife Irene of Mission Hill, sons Tom (Alecia) and John (Sandy), both of Mission Hill; sister, Grace (Albert) Dutcher of Yankton; 8 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Ida Holzbauer and Anna Marie Holzbauer-Mach, and brother, Leo.
Richard W. "Dick" Youngkrantz, age 88, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2012 at the Hillcrest Care Center in Laurel, NE. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Monday, November 19, 2012, at Thabor Lutheran Church, Wausa, NE, with Rev. Michelle Oetken officiating. Burial will be in the Thabor Lutheran Cemetery with Flag Presentation by the VFW Post #5824, Wausa, NE. Visitations will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Pallbearers will be his nieces, nephews and their spouses. The Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton, is assisting with arrangements.
Dick was born on December 15, 1923 to Arthur and Lena (Quitt) Youngkrantz in Sandstone, MN. He was baptized on July 14, 1924 at the Lutheran Church in Hinckley, MN. He attended elementary school in Friesland, MN. He attended high school in Sandstone, MN, and graduated from Willow River High School, Willow River, MN. Dick lived in Moose Lake, MN where he managed a Gamble Store until entering the United States Air Force on June 25, 1943 and served until March 24, 1946. He married Virginia Ann "Ginny" Carlson on June 18, 1946 at Thabor Lutheran Church in Wausa, NE. Dick was a Hair Stylist and Style Director in Denver, CO until 1984 when he and Ginny moved to Yankton, SD. Dick was a member of the Yankton International Order of Odd Fellows Dakota Lodge #1, Vermillion International Order of Odd Fellows Lodge #3, Yankton Fountain Rebekah Lodge #12, Vermillion Rebekah Lodge #28, and St. Johns Masonic Lodge #1 A.F. and A.M.
Dick is survived by nieces: Marcille (Glen) Retzlaff of Battle Creek, NE, Kathie (Ed) Keifer of Belden, NE, Loretta (Jim) Farrer of Sioux City, IA; nephew, Conrad (Karen) Erickson of Sioux City, IA; and many cousins and friends. Dick will be especially missed by his pet parrot "Henry" for over 35 years.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ginny of 57 years and his parents.
The family request that memorials be directed to: Christ the King Lutheran Church, 305 W. 25th St., Yankton, SD.
Ramona J. Adams, age 53, of Yankton, SD passed away Friday, February 15, 2013 at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton, SD. Services will be 2:00 PM, Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Yankton, with Rev. Dave Wildermuth officiating. Visitation will begin at 5:00 PM, Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at the Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Home & Crematory, Yankton, and then one hour prior to the service at the church. Honorary Urn Bearers are Rod Frazier, Jeff Knoll and her Grandchildren.
She was born on September 19, 1959 in Eveleth, MN to Andrew and Dorthy (Diede) Holzwarth. She was welcome home by two sisters and two brothers. In August, 1962 the family moved back to Sioux Falls, SD where she attended Sioux Falls schools and graduating from Washington High in 1978. She worked for a pet groomer in Sioux Falls, SD. The job she like most was working at Avera Sister James Care Center. She was employed there for 26 years when she had to quit due to her battle with cancer.
The loves of her life were her husband, Robert, of 27 years, her dogs, cats and horses. She was a member and volunteered many hours at Heartland Humane Society, Yankton, SD.
She is survived by her husband, Robert of Yankton, SD; two sisters, Ella May Kelly of Sioux Falls, SD, and Betty (Fred) Helmich of Lawton, IA; two brothers, Allen (Mary) Holzwarth of Littleton, CO, and Don (Diane Lund) Holzwarth of Minnetonka, MN; three stepsons: Robert Adams of Yankton, SD, Richard (Michelle) Adams of Mission Hill, SD, and Roger Adams of Yankton, SD; six grandchildren: Ryan, Tyler, Hailey, Cristian, Derek, and Ean, and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew Holzwarth on January 12, 1982 and Dorthy Holzwarth on January 31, 2010, and her brother-in-law, Dale Kelly in December 2009.
Juanita Bailey, age 79, passed away January 15, 2013 in Minneapolis, MN formerly of Yankton, SD, she had been living in Minnetonka, Minnesota with her daughter for the past several years.
She was born November 10, 1933 in Vermillion, SD to Lee and Amy Millage.
She was married to Russell Bailey for 47 years.
She is survived by five children, Susan (OJ) Spanier of Sun City West, AZ , Brian (Marinell) Bailey of Brandon, SD, Brad (Judy) Bailey of Salem, SD, Sherri (Michael) Krier of Minnetonka, MN, Sonya (Michael) Collett of Sioux City, IA, 7 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, a sister, Ethel Harrington of Lakeville, MN, a brother, Leo (Joyce) Millage of Rapid City, SD, and a sister, Doris (Doug) Myron of Mount Vernon, OH.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 5 sisters, and 2 brothers.
In keeping with the wishes of Juanita, there will be no funeral service.
Burial will be in Yankton Cemetery, Yankton, SD. The Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton, SD is assisting with arrangements.
Jeanne Marie Barta, 75, of Gayville, SD, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, March 8, 2013. Visitations will begin at 10:00 AM, Friday, March 15, 2013 at the Opsahl Kostel Funeral Chapel, Yankton, a Rosary will be said at 10:30 AM with the Memorial Service to begin at 11:00 AM, Friday, March 15, 2013 at the Opsahl Kostel Funeral Chapel, with Rev. David Fulton officiating. Fellowship and lunch will follow the service at the funeral home.
Jeanne was born October 10, 1937 in Vermillion, SD to Buel and Myrtle (Kaeberle) Burton. She attended school in Meckling, SD and married William (Bill) Barta on October 29, 1954 at Ft. Lee, VA.
Jeanne worked for the Civil Service in Ethiopia, East Africa and Arlington, VA. She was a medical secretary at the Lettrman San Francisco Army Hospital and a secretary for Pridmore Construction Company in Napa, CA until her retirement to South Dakota in 2004. She loved coming home to her roots in South Dakota, her loving family, and reconnecting with many good friends. She shared her time as a 3rd grade senior buddy volunteer at Gayville Elementary School. Jeanne truly enjoyed her two cats, Dulce & Ashes, along with feeding and watching the many birds and squirrels that gathered in her yard to eat. Jeanne's love of nature was evident through her extensive frog collection and fresh flowers always present in her home.
She is survived by husband Bill Barta of Gayville, SD; sisters, Norma Prough of Palm Desert, CA and Diane Finks of Arlington, VA and many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews.
Jeanne was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Carol Hubert (Vermillion, SD), and brothers, LeRoy Burton (Maitland, MO) and Harold (Hap) Burton (Vermillion, SD).
William (Bill) Rodger Barta, age 77, of Gayville, SD passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at Avera Sister James Nursing Home in Yankton, SD, following a brief stay. Memorial Service will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, March 30, 2013 at Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Chapel in Yankton, SD with Rev. Dave Fulton officiating. Visitations will begin one hour prior to the service. Burial of cremated remains will be at a later date.
Bill was born January 23, 1936 in Lesterville, SD to Sylvester and Lillian (Pettit) Barta. He attended school in Meckling, SD. During Bill's high school years, he was an avid sports fan, earning most valuable player honors in football in 1953, which carried over to his lifelong love of the Oakland Raiders. He married Jeanne Marie Burton on October 29, 1954 in Ft. Lee, VA. Bill was in the United States Army from 1954 through 1975, and retired as Master Sgt. E-8. He served time in the States, Okinawa, Ethiopia, and Vietnam traveling the world during his military career, earning numerous medals of honor. Upon Bill's retirement from the military, he and Jeanne moved to the Napa Valley, CA where they managed the resort "Spanish Flats" at Lake Berryessa until retirement, which led to their move back to South Dakota in 2004. In recent years Bill had his favorite chair placed near the window so he could enjoy the many birds and squirrels that found his deck their favorite feeding spot.
Bill will always be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor, storytelling ability and jokes. He could always put a smile on your face.
He is survived by his brother, Robert Barta of Gayville, SD; sister, Marjorie (Rex) Smallie of Virginia Beach, VA; brother-in-law, Gary Groves of Gayville, SD; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews; and great-great nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanne on March 8, 2013, his parents, brother, George Barta and sister, Jean Groves.
Faye Beran, age 90, of Yankton passed away Saturday, March 2, 2013 at Avera Sister James Care Center, Yankton. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at the Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Chapel, Yankton with Rev. Bob Cappel officiating. Burial will be in the Garden of Memories. Visitations and a time to greet the family will be from 6-8 PM, Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at the Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Faye is survived by her two daughters, Mary Kathryn Law and her husband, Robert and Rebecca Faye Wagner and her husband, Harold; 6 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren, and 13 great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward, and all her sisters and brothers.
Catherine "Cay" Conway, age 87, of Yankton, passed away on Friday, October 5, 2012 at Yankton Care Center, Yankton, SD. Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM, Monday, October 8, 2012 at Christ The King Lutheran Church, Yankton, SD with Rev. Dani Jo Ninke officiating. Burial of the cremated remains will be at a later date at St. Mary's Cemetery, Aberdeen, SD. Visitations will be one hour prior at the church. Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory is assisting with service details.
Catherine was born to Jacob "Jack" and Mary (Schwan) Weigel on January 29, 1925. She married Robert Conway June 15, 1945 at Aberdeen, SD. She worked for 3M prior to early retirement due to health issues. After retirement she moved to Yankton, SD to be close to her children.
She enjoyed painting pictures, wood carving, reading and cooking, along with various other creative outlets. She was a member of Christ The King Lutheran Church, Yankton, SD, The Senior Center, and a past member of the Whitetail Bowman Archery Club, Aberdeen, SD.
Cay is survived by her daughter, Kathleen (Erwin) Hansen of Yankton, SD; sons: Robert Conway, Jr. of Yankton, SD, Jack Conway of Central City, IA, James Conway of Yankton, SD, and Daniel Conway of Yankton, SD. She has fifteen grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, a sister and a nephew.
