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Dennis L. Davies
B. Wednesday, May 20, 1953
D. Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Dennis L. Davies born on 05-20-53, in Mitchell, S.D. to Lou and Willard Davies, passed away peacefully in his sleep 09-23-14, at the Shelby Care Center in Shelby, Montana.
He graduated from Mitchell High School in 1971 and the University of S.D. Springfield with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in 1983.
He moved to Seattle, Wash., and worked as a master carpenter for 20 years. He moved back to S.D. to help his mother maintain her World Wildlife Adventure Museum in Oacoma, S.D.
He his survived by his "Brother" Daniel C. Shearer; nephew Daniel, Jr.; grandnephews Tristan & Liam; niece Jessica Corral; grandnephew Treyton; and grandnieces Grace & Rose.
Whitted Funeral Home in Shelby, MT was in charge of the arrangements.
Albert V. Moeller
B. Friday, July 30, 1926
D. Saturday, October 4, 2014
Albert Moeller, 88, White Lake, died Saturday, October 4, 2014 at Aurora Brule Nursing Home in White Lake. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, October 8 at St. Peters Catholic Church in White Lake. Burial will be in St. Peters Catholic cemetery at White Lake. Visitation will be from 6-8:00 PM Tuesday with a scripture service at 7:00 PM at St. Peters Catholic Church in White Lake. Arrangements are under the direction of the Bittner Funeral Chapel in Mitchell.
Albert Vincent Moeller was born July 30, 1926, on the Moeller farm north of White Lake, SD, to Edward and Clara (Ginsbach) Moeller. He attended country school until his 7th grade where he attended Patton school through his 8th grade year. He was united in marriage on November 16, 1954 to Luella Holzhauser at St. Peters Catholic Church, White Lake, SD where he was a member his whole life.
Albert was a member of the Sportsman Club and clerk for Lake Township for 50+ years. He was an avid fisherman with his friends and family. Albert was a farmer all his life until he retired in 2006 but was still active in helping on the farm till they moved to town in April of 2012. They then moved to the Aurora-Brule Nursing Home in January 2013.
Grateful for having shared his life are his wife Luella of 59 years and his three children: Marlis (Tony) Russell, Stanley, ND, Vince Moeller, Diane (Jim) Munsen all of White Lake, SD. His grandchildren: Kyle (Naila) Russell, Kory Russell, Jason (Teena) Moeller, Doug Moeller and friend Brooke Schomp, Greg (Emily) Moeller, Lance Moeller, Scott Moeller, and Kayleen, Kimberly, Paige, Heather and CJ Munsen. His great grandchildren: Elias and Kylan Russell, Kambri Russell, Darron and Braydon Moeller, Landon, Logan, and Liam Moeller, and Bristol Moeller; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Albert was preceded in death by his parents, and one son David Moeller, 4 brothers: Sylvester (Cap) and wife Johanna, Edward and wife Margaret, Cecil and wife Neola, John and wife Annie.
Carl. A. Wildner
July 9, 1946 - Oct. 1, 2014
STURGIS, S.D. - Carl. A. Wildner, 68, Chamberlain, S.D., died Wednesday in Fort Meade Veterans Affairs Hospital.
The memorial service will be 7 p.m. Monday at Hickey Funeral Chapel in Chamberlain. Burial of the ashes will be a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Carl Wildner Acct c/o Wells Fargo Bank, Attn. Melissa, 201 S Main St., Chamberlain, SD 57325.
Arrangements by Hickey Funeral Chapel.
Anna Marie Jetty
July 17, 1960 - Oct. 2, 2014
CHAMBERLAIN, S.D. - Anna Marie Jetty, 54, Chamberlain, died Thursday in her home .
Visitation will be from 1-4 p.m. Thursday at Hickey Funeral Chapel in Chamberlain. A rosary will be 7 p.m. Thursday at St. James Catholic Church in Chamberlain. The funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in St. Ann's Mission cemetery in Belcourt, N.D.
Arrangements by Hickey Funeral Chapel.
Lester S. Engel
May 9, 1950 - Oct. 3, 2014
MITCHELL, S.D. - Lester S. Engel, 64, Mitchell, died Friday in Avera Brady Health and Rebab.
Arrangements are pending with Bittner Funeral Chapel in Mitchell.
Joseph H. Claggett
Aug. 29, 1927 - Oct. 4, 2014
MITCHELL, S.D. - Joseph H Claggett, 87, Mitchell, died Saturday in his home.
Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Friday at Bittner Funeral Chapel in Mitchell.
Arrangements by Bittner Funeral Chapel.
LeAnne Gerlach
B. Monday, June 7, 1965
D. Thursday, October 2, 2014
LeAnne Marie (Ulmer) Gerlach age 49, of Scotland, SD passed away unexpectedly Thursday, October 02, 2014 at the Landmann-Jungman Memorial Hospital, Scotland, SD. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM, Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at Grace Lutheran Church, Menno, SD with Rev. Theresa Jacobson officiating. Burial will be in the Menno cemetery. Visitations will be 4 to 7 PM, Monday, October 6, 2014 at the Aisenbrey-Opsahl-Kostel Memorial Chapel, Menno, with a Scripture service at 7:00 PM. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church. Pallbearers will be Michael Ulmer, Matthew Ulmer, Steven Thum, David Thum, Greg Kratz, and Craig Winkler. Honorary Pallbearers will be Mark Voy, Lorissa Evans, Robert Evans, Lisa Kratz and Stacey Kratz.
Beloved mother, wife and friend to many was born June 7, 1965 to Roy and Donna (Thum) Ulmer in Menno, South Dakota. She was baptized and confirmed at Grace Lutheran Church, Menno where she was a lifetime member. In her early years, she grew up on the farm and always enjoyed her many pets which had been a large part of her life. She graduated from High School in Menno in 1983 and went on to Stewarts School of Hair Styling. She continued her Cosmetology career in Rapid City SD, Scottsdale AZ, Yankton SD and then her own salon in Scotland, SD where she enjoyed her career and socializing with her loyal customers.
On April 13, 1996, LeAnne married
her best friend, Darren Gerlach at Grace Lutheran Church. They began their life together in Menno, SD. A few years later, they moved to Scotland and in October 2010, Justin joined the family.
She was an active participant in the Chamber of Commerce for the City of Scotland and organized the Rodeo Days Parade for 15 years. Her many interests included making jewelry, custom greeting cards, traveling, scrap booking, foster parenting for dogs and cats and just enjoying life with family and friends.
LeAnne is survived by her husband, Darren and their son Justin of Scotland, SD; her father Roy (LaVerna) Ulmer of Yankton, SD; her mother Donna Mouser of Scottsdale, AZ; her brother, Randy (Lisa) Ulmer of Hartford, SD; nephews Michael (Rosie) Ulmer of Sioux Falls, SD and Matthew Ulmer of Hartford, SD.; her mother-in-law Linda Gerlach of Mitchell, SD, sisters-in-laws Laurie Gerlach of Scottsdale, AZ, Lynette Gerlach of Chamberlain, SD and Kathy Gerlach of Laramie, WY and a host of relatives and friends.
Memorial contributions may be made to Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota.
Loyola Eckstaine
B. Thursday, June 13, 1935D. Thursday, October 2, 2014
June 13, 1935 - Oct. 2, 2014
WINNER, S.D. - Loyola Eckstaine, 79, Winner, died Thursday in Winner Regional Health Center.
Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m., with the wake beginning at 7 p.m., today (Monday) at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Winner. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church.
Arrangements by Mason Funeral Home in Winner.
Irene Elizabeth Sonne
B. Saturday, September 16, 1933
D. Thursday, November 20, 2014
Irene Elizabeth Sonne, age 81, of Mitchell, SD died Thursday, November 20, 2014 at Firesteel Healthcare Center. Memorial services will be 11:00 AM Monday, November 24, 2014 at the Will Funeral Chapel with burial at Trinity Lutheran cemetery, Letcher, SD. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Sunday, November 23, 2014 at the Will Funeral Chapel with a prayer service beginning at 5:00 PM.
Irene Elizabeth Sonne, daughter of Melvin and Erma (Cunningham) Rogers, was born in Fulton, SD on September 16, 1933. She grew up in the Fulton and Plano area and attended school in Plano and Mitchell. Irene was employed at Ruby Ann Caf in Mitchell during high school. She then attended Methodist Nursing School in Mitchell.
She was united in marriage with Gordon Sonne on October 28, 1952 in Mitchell, SD. The couple farmed and she raised their four children. While on the farm, Irene enjoyed canning, gardening and raising chickens.
In 1968, she cooked at Elliott Township School, giving country kids their first hot lunch program. Irene then worked at the Storla Sunset Home, Syncom, Happy Chef and later managed her own caf, West 40. She last worked at I-90 Caf until health problems forced her retirement.
Irene loved to read and her favorite books were Westerns and Romance Novels.
She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Letcher where she taught Sunday school and helped with the Christmas programs.
Survivors include her three daughters, Karen Sonne, Letcher, SD, Greta Rehling, Letcher, SD, Jean (Sal) Perez, Odessa, TX; four grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and a sister, Alice Wagstrom, Mission, TX.
She was preceded in death by her son, Steven in 1993; her parents; a sister, Valda Keszler and Gordon Sonne.
Shirley Kluthe
B. Saturday, June 29, 1918
D. Thursday, November 13, 2014
Funeral mass for Shirley Kluthe, 96, of Scotland, South Dakota and formerly of Plankinton, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 22, 2014 at St. George Catholic Church in Scotland. Burial will follow later that day at 3:00 p.m. in St. Johns cemetery in Plankinton. Casketbearers will be: Troy Kluthe, Mike Dummer, Neil Weight, Jon Mortimore, Brian Mortimore, and Francis Serr.
Shirley passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2014 at Landmann-Jungman Hospital in Scotland.
She is survived by her son, Terrance (Terry) Kluthe and his wife, Linda, two grandchildren, Lindsay (Mike) Dummer of Lennox, SD, Troy Kluthe of Scotland, SD, three great grandchildren, Allison, Matthew, and Ashley Dummer of Lennox, SD, and one sister, Joyce Brotherston of Philadelphia, Pa., and one sister-in-law, Maureen Mortimore, of Mitchell, SD and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert, in 1970, her son, Thomas, in 2011, three brothers, Charles (Bud), Jack, and Robert and four sisters, Beryl, Verena, Venus and Hazel.
Harold Emme
Born October 19, 1927
Resided Apache Junction, Arizona
Died January 22, 2011
Age 83
Harold Emme was born in Tripp, South Dakota, on October 19, 1927, the son of Fred and Selma Emme. Harold attended school in Tripp, moving to Bowman, ND after graduating from high school. It was there where he met his wife Margaret Stoen. Harold had several careers that included restaurant owner, furniture and carpet sales, and motel owner. The family lived in Bowman, North Dakota, Spokane, Washington, and Moorhead, Minnesota as Harold worked to support his growing family. An avid golfer, Harold purchased a home in Apache Junction, Arizona, where he spent more than 18 years. He was very involved in his church and had many friends, particularly in Arizona.
Harold is survived by his five children, fourteen grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. His children include: Cher (Doug) Hersrud; Jan Schwindt; Annette (John) Shotwell; and twins Diane (Tom) Johnson and Dave (Patty Moen) Emme. He is also survived by his wonderful friend, Karin Bentzen, who was so loving and supportive.
Morris Gran
Born November 22, 1919
Resided Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Died January 21, 2011
Age 91
Morris Gran was born on Saturday, November 22, 1919 on a farm six miles east of Scotland. He was the youngest of eleven children born to Anton and Hannah (Larson) Gran. He was baptized and confirmed in the Norway Church near Scotland. The Gran family later moved to a farm near Menno, where he attended country school through the 8th grade. When Morris had barely begun high school, his father suddenly passed away. Morris and his brothers struggled for a few years to keep the farm going, but later moved their mother into Menno and supported her and themselves with the carpentry they had learned from their father. He was inducted into the Army in March of 1942, during World War II. Morris and Fern had dated briefly before his military service, and got to know each other better during his furloughs and through his many letters. Morris was united in marriage to Fern Ellinger on May 20, 1944 in Elgin, Texas. During Morris’ deployments to Hawaii and the Philippines, Fern returned home and lived with her parents in Scotland. Returning home after nearly four years in the service, he and Fern farmed five miles south of Scotland. Morris was a gifted carpenter as well as a talented artist, producing a large variety of oil paintings over the years. In his later years, Morris made and sold hundreds of pop-can twirlers, donating the money to mission work. In 1978, Morris became a member of Gideon International and Fern joined the Gideon International Auxiliary, where they were both devoted to the spreading of the Word of the Lord. He was a kind and thoughtful man who faced life’s challenges with prayer, courage, and laughter. Morris was always active in the church he attended and his relationship with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, was the most precious thing to him. He passed away at the Good Samaritan Society, Sioux Falls Center on Friday, January 21, 2011, having attained the age of 91 years, 1 month and 30 days.
Morris’ memory will be cherished by his wife of over 66 years, Fern Gran of Sioux Falls; three children: daughter Judy (Steve) Marn of Aurora, Minnesota, son William (Brenda) Gran of Sioux Falls, and daughter Nancy (Tim) Dean of Redwood Falls, Minnesota; eight grandchildren: Derek Marn, Tracey Marn, Jennifer (Jed) Hicks, Stephanie (Ben) Baxa, Emily (Ryan) Swanstrom, Heather (Bryan) Bork, Caleb Dean and Hannah Dean; eight great-grandchildren: Taylor Marn, Taetum and Bridger Baxa, Ainsley, Porter, Trey and Ryker Swanstrom, and Kyla Bork; two sisters-in-law, Olive Gran of Scotland and Evelyn (Carl) Petersen of Oregon; and brother-in-law Cecil (Eldora) Ellinger of Scotland.
In addition to his parents, Anton and Hannah Gran, Morris was preceded in death by six brothers: Casper, Albert, Hjalmer, Edward, Lawrence, and Alvin; and four sisters: Jeanette, Mabel, Alice, and Emma.
