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Rapid City Donald Digger Weiland, 87, Rapid City, died Sunday, December 25, 2011 at Rapid City Regional Hospital.
Donald L. Weiland, or Digger as he has been known since college, was born January 4, 1924 at Scotland, South Dakota. He was the fourth youngest in a family of 15 children.
He attended Scotland High School where he excelled in athletics even though he was a small man. In 1943 he entered the army before graduating. Every year he told his family about landing in Okinawa on Easter Sunday.
After returning from the Army he attended Black Hills Teachers College in Spearfish. There he met Gladys Poppe and convinced her to get married while they were still in college. For 65 years she was the love of his life. They remained dedicated and devoted to each other. This was never more obvious than in the last few years.
Donald and Gladys had three children: Cynthia, Steven, and Jeffrey.
Donald received a degree in teaching in 1950 and taught in Newcastle, Wyoming and Cathedral High School. He taught for over 37 years finishing his career at North Junior High teaching eighth grade social studies.
He was a remarkable teacher who kept his students captivated day in and day out. Throughout his teaching career he also coached football, basketball, and track, loving every minute of it. He was the first girls basketball coach at Central High School. In addition to teaching and coaching, Donald refereed high school basketball games nearly every Friday and Saturday night for 30 years. He was inducted into the South Dakota Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame after refereeing 15 State AA basketball tournaments.
After retirement Donald became an avid golfer and gardener. He loved to dance and was known as Jitterbug King of Scotland, South Dakota. He was an amazing storyteller with a repertoire of stories that were requested to be told again and again.
Donald was a devout Catholic who never missed mass. He was a long-standing member of Blessed Sacrament Church. He also belonged to the Rapid City Elks Lodge where he pursued his love of golf. After a round, he enjoyed sharing a beer and golf stories with his many friends.
Donald loved nothing more than being with his family at holiday functions or the infamous Weiland family reunions. But highest on his list of favorites was watching one of his sons or grandchildren in a sporting event. His children and grandchildren loved him dearly. He left us on Christmas Day surrounded by his family.
Donald is survived by his wife Gladys; his daughter Cynthia Hilton and her husband Clacie Neu of Rapid City; his son Steve and wife Cindy of Yankton, SD; his son Jeffrey and wife Jeanette of New Orleans, LA. His four grandchildren: Adrien Hilton and husband Brendan Fitspatrick of Brooklyn, New York, Taylor Hilton of Rapid City, Sophie Hilton of Portland, Oregon, and Josh Weiland and fianc Emily Peterson of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; and one sister: Marie Ulmer and husband Merrit of Menno, SD; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Joseph and Julia Mohr Weiland; nine brothers: Clarence, Joseph, Ray, Vince, Bill, Harold, Edward, Arthur, and Frank; four sisters: Alice, Gertrude, Julia, and Vi; and one son-in-law: Jimmy Hilton.
A Vigil Service was held at Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 27, 2011. The Memorial Funeral Service will be held at Blessed Sacrament Church, 4500 Jackson Boulevard at 11:30 am on Wednesday, December 28 with Rev. Father Tyler Dennis officiating. Burial will be held at Black Hills National Cemetery near Sturgis at 2:30 pm with Military Honors by Rushmore VFW Post #1273 and South Dakota National Guard, following a luncheon at the church. A memorial has been established to Black Hills State University.
Jerome H. “Jerry” Wortmann, age 77, of Tabor, South Dakota, died Monday, May 7, 2012 at Wakonda Heritage Manor in Wakonda, South Dakota.
Memorial services are 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 12, 2012, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Crofton, Nebraska with Reverend Tim Lange officiating. Inurnment will be in the St. Rose Cemetery in Crofton with military honors provided by the Crofton American Legion Post No. 128. Visitation with the family is from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, at the Wintz Funeral Home in Crofton, Nebraska with a rosary and vigil service at 7:00 p.m.
Jerry was born October 31, 1934 in Crofton, Nebraska to Henry and Rose (Gohman) Wortmann. He grew up in Crofton where he attended school. Then, Jerry farmed with his family before joining the United States Air Force in 1952. He served as a helicopter pilot during the Korean War and obtained the rank of sergeant. After his honorable discharged in 1956, Jerry moved back to Crofton and married Janice Hegge in 1958. Jerry then started his career in carpentry helping to build St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Crofton and also many custom homes throughout the area. In 1969, he moved to Arizona where he continued working in carpentry for a few years. Then Jerry became a building inspector for the Veterans Administration until his retirement in the early 1980’s. Then he moved to Tabor, South Dakota and married Jeanne Wysuph. Jerry was very patriotic and he loved his country. He was a member of the American Legion for 56 years and also served as the commander of the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 1 while living in Phoenix, Arizona. Jerry also loved gardening, fishing and listening to the Minnesota Twins baseball games on the radio. He loved his family and was very devoted to his children and grandchildren. His faith in God was always an important part of his life.
Jerry is survived by two children, Kim (Dan) Gallovich of Tabor, SD and Russ (Janet) Wortmann of Chandler, AZ; three grandchildren: Derrick Gradijan of Chandler, Andie Wortmann of Chandler and Taryn Gallovich of Tabor; three brothers: Jim (Mary Ann) Wortmann of Crofton, NE, Dick (Nancy) Wortmann of Crofton and Bob (Barbara) Wortmann of Shubert, NE; and four sisters: Joan Hegge of Crofton, Lucille (Richard) Rye of Sioux Falls, Del Rae (Tony) Schieffer of Columbus, NE and Judy (Pat) Murphy of Sioux Falls.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and wives, Janice and Jeanne.
Hartzel Wesseling, a longtime area farmer, died Friday, Nov. 25, 2011 at Regional Health Services of Howard County, Cresco, Iowa at the age of 80. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Lime Springs, Iowa with Rev. Candraeah Carey officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to services at the church. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Lime Springs.
Hartzel Wesseling, oldest son of Henry and Bertha (Judy) Wesseling, was born on December 10, 1930 in Springfield, S.D. He was baptized in Emmanual Reformed Church. He attended rural schools in Bon Homme County, S.D. and Forest City Township of Howard County, Iowa. He served in the U.S. Army for two years during the Korean Conflict.
Hartzel was a member of the United Methodist Church in Lime Springs and also the American Legion.
Like his father and grandfather before him, he farmed all of his adult life, working the family farm north of Lime Springs near the state line. He cared well for the land and it repaid him generously for his nurture, allowing him to retire in comfort. During retirement, he divided his time between his home in Lime Springs and an apartment at Arbor Gardens in Eyota, Minn. to be closer to family.
Thankful for having shared his life are two sisters, Carol (Vern) Baker of Asheville, N.C. and Joanne (Bob) Madsen of Madison Lake, Minn.; 12 nieces and nephews; and 17 great-nieces and nephews.
Hartzel was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Marvin, who died on December 4, 1992.
He will be remembered as a man of great integrity; a very giving spirit willing to share his time, resources and wisdom with friends and neighbors.
Memorials are preferred to the United Methodist Church in Lime Springs, The American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association.
Neil Weberg, Tyndall, SD, died December 30, 2011, at the VA Medical Center in Sioux Falls, SD. A veteran of the Korean War, he was 76.
Neil Robert Weberg was born June 19, 1935, in Cloquet, MN. Following his high school graduation, Neil attended Gustavus Adolphus College, Saint Peter, MN, and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree. He began his 25 year high school teaching career in Biology. He retired in 1980.
Neil was united in marriage with Darlene Bolton. She preceded him in death on June 7, 1998.
Neil loved the outdoors and particularly enjoyed watching and studying birds, animals, and training dogs.
Survivors include his son, Ward Weberg (Amy) King George, VA; daughter, Krista Strunk (Jim), Tyndall, SD; nine grandchildren; and his sister, JoAnn Kaufman, Minneapolis, MN.
Private family services will be held at a later date.
Clarence "Clancy" Wiebenga, 72, longtime Thornton, Iowa resident, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2014, at Mercy Medical Center–North Iowa.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the First Reformed Church, Meservey, with Rev. Rodney Meester presiding. Interment will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Thornton. Visitation will be 5–7 p.m. Friday at Retz Funeral Home, Thornton. Retz Funeral Home.
Clarence "Clancy" Jake Wiebenga was born July 28, 1941, in Yankton, South Dakota, a son of Clarence and Hilda (Hento) Wiebenga. He attended country school and graduated from Avon High School in 1959. Clancy then attended and graduated from Southern State Teacher’s College in Springfield, S.D.
In 1963 Mr. Wiebenga began teaching Industrial Technology at Thornton High School. He liked Thornton and stayed in the school for 33 years, teaching most of the time in Thornton. He also taught Building Trades in Sheffield following consolidations of the schools. Clancy also served as mayor of Thornton for several years. On September 3, 1965, Clancy was united in marriage with Mary DeVries at St Paul Lutheran Church in Thornton. They raised their two sons in Thornton, and he taught them his work ethic and techniques he had worked out over the years. His son Greg passed away in 1993 and Mary died in 1996. On May 28, 2005, Clancy married Julie Zirbel in Clear Lake.
Clancy was always industrious. While growing up he kept busy on the farm gladly doing less desirable jobs to keep busy. While living and teaching in Thornton he kept busy as a carpenter, building many homes in the area and remodeling many others.
An avid fisherman, Clancy had many fishing trips to South Dakota and Minnesota with friends and family. He loved kids and had patience in his teaching. A good-natured man with great humor, he loved to laugh with his friends. Most will remember him with his red pickup truck.
Surviving family members are his wife, Julie, Clear Lake; Son, Doug (Sara) Wiebenga, Cedar Rapids and their sons Landon and Colton; step-children: Cali (Spencer) Klooster, Garner, and their children Jordan and Logan; Jesse (Sarah) Reimer, Aurora, Colorado; mother-in-law, Lena Peyton, Belmond; brother, David (Elaine) Wiebenga, Springfield, SD; sister, Shirley Wiebenga, Clear Lake; brother, Robert (Joyce) Wiebenga, Springfield, SD.
He is preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Mary, and son Greg.
Funeral services for Gerben Jake Wynia, 81, of Springfield will be 1:30 pm, Tuesday, June 19, 2012 with Pastor Linda Schortzmann officiating at the Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home in Springfield. Burial is in the Pioneer Cemetery in rural Springfield. Visitation is at the funeral home on Monday from 7 to 8 p.m., with the family present.
Gerben Jake Wynia, son of Nick and Clara (Baxter) Wynia, was born September 24, 1930 in Madison, MN, in the county of Lac qui Parle. He passed at home on Saturday, June 16, 2012 after a long struggle with cancer surrounded by loved ones. Gerben attained the age of 81 years, 8 months and 22 days.
Gerben married Marcleen Joann Einrem on February 18, 1952 at Vermillion, SD. Eight children were blessed to this union.
Gerben will be remembered for his strong family values and his love for farming. He really enjoyed the time when his family was around and spending time with them. He farmed all of his life in the southeastern corner of Bon Homme County. Gerben was an avid fisherman. He also loved hunting and playing on the Avon Mets baseball team. One fond memory that will always be remembered by all that loved him was the weekly Sunday morning coffee and fishing get togethers with Dean Wynia.
Thankful for having shared his life are his wife of sixty years, Marcleen of Springfield; sons: Dennis (Jenean) of Springfield; Kenneth of Tyndall; Russell of Springfield; and Gerald (Tammy) of Avon; daughters: Donna Wynia of Springfield; Debra (Curt) Neugebauer of Dimock; and Sharon (Dennis) McBrayer of Ethan; daughter-in-law, Carol Wynia of Sioux Falls; 14 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; sister, Lillian (Walter) Einrem of Springfield; brother, Donald (Betty) Wynia of Springfield; sister-in-law, MaryLou (Ray) Livingston of Yankton; brother-in-law, Charlie Einrem of Springfield; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Gerben was preceded in death by his parents; son, Gary Lee Wynia; mother and father-in-law, Grace and Carl Einrem; and sister-in-law, Joyce Krisl.
Bernard J. Wagner, age 68, of Tabor, passed away Monday, November 26, 2007 at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton, SD after a long battle with cancer.
Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Thursday, November 29, 2007 at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Tabor, SD with Rev. Joe Puthenkulathil and Msgr. Carlton Hermann officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Visitations will be on Wednesday November 28, 2007 from 4 to 7 PM at the Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory in Tabor, SD with a wake service at 7:00 PM. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church. Pallbearers will be grandsons; Kyle Tycz, Adam Tycz, Bobby Nichols, Cody Burbach, Brayden Wagner, and sons-in-law Glenn Tycz and Floyd Burbach.. Honorary pallbearers will be his granddaughters.
Bernard was born to Edmund and Elizabeth (Walloch) Wagner on July 30, 1939 in Tabor, SD. He attended school there and graduated from the Tabor high School in 1957. He attended Southern State College in Springfield, SD. Bernard was a life long member of the St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, he served on the parish council, taught CCD classes, was a choir member, and a member of Catholic Workman. He was a school board member and a director for the Bohemian Farmers Mutual Insurance. Bernard was a proud member of the Army National Guard of South Dakota.
Bernard’s life was committed to his family and farm. He farmed with his father and uncle for many years, eventually taking over on his own. His joy was spending time with his wife, Judy and his children. They enjoyed camping, sports, and all holidays together.
Bernard is survived by his wife Judy (Dvoracek) of Tabor, SD; his children Michele (Glenn) Tycz of Tyndall, SD, Julie (Floyd) Burbach of Tabor, SD, Jackie Wagner of Fernandina Beach, FL, and Paul (Jennifer) Wagner of Richmond, TX; his sisters, Marilyn (Gene) Sestak of Columbia, MO, Kathleen (Larry) Herman of Duluth, MN, Elizabeth (Dennis) Vellek of Lincoln, NE, and Virginia (Bob) Nelson of Brandon, SD; his mother-in-law Dorothy Dvoracek; as well as 11 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. His parents and a daughter, Bonnie Jo, preceded Bernard in death.
Aryness Joy Wickens, 90, an economist and statistician who played the crucial role in developing the Government's cost-of-living index, now the Consumer Price Index, died at Lakeland Health Care Center in Jackson, Miss.
Mrs. Wickens retired from the Department of Labor in 1970 after a 42-year career in Federal service that began when she joined the Federal Reserve Board as a research assistant in 1928 after having taught at Mount Holyoke College for four years.
In 1933 she served on a committee organized by the American Statistical Association to advise Secretary of Labor Frances Perkins on setting up the Bureau of Labor Statistics program. A few years later she directed the bureau's studies for the Temporary National Economic Committee's investigation of monopolistic practices in industry. When the bureau was reorganized in 1940, Mrs. Wickens became chief of the branch studying prices and the cost of living. From 1946 to 1961 she was assistant and then deputy Commissioner of Labor Statistics.
In 1952 she was president of the American Statistical Association. In 1960, in recognition of her outstanding Government service, she was one of six recipients of the first Federal Women's Awards of the Civil Service Commission.
After having been a United States adviser at many United Nations and other international conferences, Mrs. Wickens was named economic adviser to the Secretary of Labor in 1961 and laid the statistical base for what became the department's Manpower Administration and its Employment and Training Administration.
After retirement Mrs. Wickens served on the advisory board of the United States Export-Import Bank. In 1976 she returned to government work as director of statistical studies for the Commission on Federal Paperwork.
She was a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of Washington and held a master's degree from the University of Chicago. She lived near Vienna, Va. before moving to Jackson. Her husband, David L. Wickens, an economist, died in 1970. She is survived by a son, Donaldson, of Jackson, and three grandsons.
David Elder Wickens was born May 25, 1939 the elder son of David L. Wickens and Aryness Joy Wickens.
He attended public school of Oakton, Fairfax County, Va., and in Avon, South Dakota. In 1957 he graduated from Sidwell Friends School. During the period 1957-59 he attended Pomona College in Clarmont, California. Since 1959 he had been a student at American University, majoring in history.
As he approached maturity, he became a devoted student of the Bible and a devout Christian, active in church work.
His summers were spent mostly at the family farm at Avon. He chose to use one summer for the improvement of the welfare of migratory workers in northern New York State, working with a group of college students for the Ecumenical Volunteers. His ambition was to be a minister and a teacher.
Following a period of illness and hospitalization he died at Vienna, Virginia, April 20, 1961 at the age of 21 years. The Rev. Horrace C. Lukens conducted the funeral service. Interment was in Flint Hill cemetery near Vienna, Virginia. Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. David L. Wickens and one brother.
Milo J. Wepking, age 81, of 209 21st St. SW, Huron, formerly of Colorado Springs, CO, died Monday, May 31, 2004 at his home of an apparent heart attack. His Memorial service will be at 11:00 AM Thursday, June 3, at the First Presbyterian Church in Huron with Rev. Kevin Channell officiating and with Military Rites by the Huron Veterans Council. The family will be present from 7:00 to 8:00 PM Wednesday evening at the Welter Funeral Home.
Milo J. Wepking was born on January 20, 1923, to Robert and Mary (Schmidt) Wepking at Avon, SD. He attended grade school and graduated from Avon High School. On March 11, 1943, Milo entered the United States Army and served in the European Theatre during World War II where he received two Bronze Stars. He was honorably discharged on November 9, 1945, and returned to South Dakota to pursue his education.
On May 12, 1946, Milo married Barbara Erdmier in Shannon, IL. They moved to Springfield, SD, where he attended Southern State Teachers College and received his B.S. Degree in Education. In 1955, he attended the University of South Dakota at Vermilion where he received his Masters Degree. During this time, he was director of Speech and Drama at Southern State Teachers College and then attended the University of Minnesota where he worked towards his Doctorate. In the 1960s they moved to Sioux Falls where he was Director of Admissions at Nettleton College. In the 1980s they moved to Colorado Springs, CO, and for 20 years he was the Director and Regional Vice-President with National American University. Currently, he held the position of Senior Vice-President for Development with National American University. Milo was a football and basketball referee for 35 years, and an outstanding public speaker.
Milo was inducted into the South Dakota High School Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Shrine. He was a former commissioner of SDIC and had been inducted into the SDIC Hall of Fame.
He enjoyed golf, sports in general, and especially his grandchildren. Milo and Barbara had recently moved to Huron.
He is survived by his wife Barbara; his children, Jill (Donald) Grogan of Fullerton, CA, Jeffrey (Monica) Wepking of Huron, and Jan (Michael) Thomas of Laguna Niguel, CA; and five grandchildren, Kelly Grogan, Nikki Cordell, Jonathan Wepking, Jennifer Wepking and Macall Thomas.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
The family has established a memorial fund.
Judy Walz was born September 10, 1939 in Avon, SD to parents Louie and Margaret (Duermier) Schulz. She died May 8, 2006 at Sioux Valley Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD with her family by her side after a long courageous battle with cancer.
Judy graduated from Delmont High School. She then graduated from the South Dakota Beauty and Cosmetology Academy in Sioux Falls. She married Francis Fritz Walz on November 26, 1958. The couple lived in Parkston where Judy owned a beauty shop. In 1971 the couple moved to Beresford where Judy owned and operated a beauty shop from her house for the next 35 years.
She was a member of St. Teresa Catholic Church and the Beresford American Legion Auxiliary. Judy loved to spend her leisure time fishing on the Missouri River.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter Kelly, and two sisters, Mae Ferber and Charmaine Gremmert.
Survivors include her husband Fritz of Beresford; daughter Lori Knutson and husband Ron of Beresford; three sons: Curt Walz and special friend Kim Sample and her son Bobby, Russ Walz and wife Jenna, and Perry all of Sioux Falls; three grandchildren: Kaycee, Garrett and Korey; 7 sisters: DeeDee Thury and husband Dick of Parkston, Wilma Elliott of Sanborn, IA, Margaret Heisinger and husband Eddie of Parkston, Elaine Guthmiller and husband Alvin of Yankton, Carol Powers and husband Clifford of Avon, Ione Fideler of Delmont and Marilyn Nelson of Black Hawk, SD; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be 11AM, Friday, May 12 at St. Teresa Catholic Church in Beresford with burial at St. John Catholic Cemetery, rural Beresford. Visitation will be Thursday from 2PM to 5PM at Wass Funeral Home in Beresford and resuming at 6:30PM at the church with a wake service at 7PM.
Funeral services for David L. Wickens, 79, former South Dakota Senator and long time resident of the Avon area, were held Wednesday, April 15 at Ft. Myer, Virginia.
He passed away in his sleep April 12, 1970 and is survived by his son Donaldson of Avon, the widow, Mrs. Aryness Wickens of Vienna, Virginia, two sisters, May Nettleton and Grace Henderson, both of Sioux City, a brother, Ernest of Chicago, and three grandsons. Mr. Wickens had been living in his Vienna home for some time, recovering from a recent illness.
David Lawrence Wickens moved to Avon in 1898. He attended common schools in Bon Homme County, graduated from Morningside College, and from the University of Chicago with a Master's Degree and an LLD. In all of his educational classes he was elected class president. He won letters in track and football in college.
He returned to Avon where he served two years as principal and then became head of the economics Department at Morningside College. Later he taught at the American University.
He was an economist for the Department of Agriculture where he directed studies for that department and others. He wrote numerous books for publication for both Federal and State Governments.
He was a veteran of World Wars I and II and retired from the Air Force as a Lt. Colonel with the Army Commendation Medal. He was State Senator in the 33rd South Dakota State Legislature.
Mr. Wickens was active in numerous areas and organizations. He helped to form the Farmers Co-op Elevator in Avon, the American Legion Post, and was the County Commander for this County. He was president of the B. H. County Farm Bureau, and the County Pioneer Assn. He was also chairman of the Ft. Randall Development Association.
Mr. Wickens was a member of the American Farm Economics Assn., American Economics Assn, and American Statistics Association.
He was a 50-year member of the Masonic Lodge, 32nd degree in Tyndall, South Dakota.
He returned from World War II to resume farming on the family ranch southwest of Avon.
Funeral services were held April 15 at Ft. Myer, Virginia, and interment was in Arlington National Cemetery. The family requests in lieu of flowers, those wishing to do so may participate in the David L. Wickens Memorial Fund which will be used for a new athletic field at Avon, South Dakota.
Warren, Gretchen R., 85, of Hudson, Florida died Sunday (July 8, 2001) at Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point. Born on Jun 28, 1916 in Tyndall, S.D., she came here 23 years ago from New Orleans. She was a retired accounting supervisor and member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in New Port Richey. Survivors include a son, David R., Pittsburgh; a daughter, Kathryn Lewark, Menlo Park, Ga.; and a grandchild. National Cremation Society, New Port Richey.
Jeanne Marie Wysuph Wortmann, 74, Tyndall, died Tuesday (Sept. 11, 2001) at her home in Apple Tree.
Funeral mass is at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Leo's Catholic Church, Tyndall, with Rev. John Rasmussen officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers are Mike Wysuph, John Schoolmeester, Mark Schoolmeester, Jeff Kreber, Daren Ferguson and Neil Stratman. Visitation is from 1-7:30 p.m. Sunday with the family present from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Petrik-Kelley Funeral Chapel, Tyndall.
She was born May 8, 1927, at Tyndall, to Lawrence and Gladys (Ball) Kreber. She married Donald Wysuph April 30, 1946. While raising a family she earned her bachelor's degree in education from Southern State College and her master's degree from the University of South Dakota. She taught high school for several years and later operated a business in Tyndall until retiring in 1992. She married Jerome Wortmann and they lived at Apple Tree.
She was a member of the Highland Social Club, VFW and American Legion Auxilliaries, St. Leo's Catholic Church and St. Leo's Altar Society.
She is survived by her husband, Jerome, Apple Tree; three sons: Mick Wysuph, Rapid City; Tom Wysuph, Portland, Ore.; and Bill Wysuph, Yankton; two daughters: Gloria Wysuph, Black Hawk; and Kathy Schoolmeester, Zealand, Minn.; seven grandchildren; two brothers: James Kreber, Wilmington, N.C.; and John Kreber, Tabor; two sisters: Winifred Peterson, Mitchell; and Shirley Fry, Alamo, Tex.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband and one brother.
Ola Avalene Summerville Wickens, 76, was the eldest of seven children of David William Summerville and Elizabeth Minnick Kirk. In 1865, at the age of a year and a half, she moved westward with her parents to Eastern Iowa, where they settled on a farm near Monticello in Jones County. She was educated in the rural and city schools in that area and later taught in the local schools.
On April 5, 1887, she was married to George E. Wickens, of Sterling, Illinois, and thereafter resided for several years at Lincoln, Nebraska, where two sons were born. In 1891 the family moved to Iowa, living for brief periods at Cresco and Ayrshire and then at Fort Dodge, where a daughter was born. She was an active member of the First Congregational Church at that place.
In October 1898, the family moved to Bon Homme County, South Dakota, 13 miles west of Tyndall. With the coming of the railroad and the establishment of Avon, she became identified with the church and other activities of the new Community. Here a second daughter was born. Always giving willingly of her efforts for worthy purposes, she assisted in the various activities of the Methodist and Presbyterian churches. She was active in the early Temperance Movement and for many years was president of the Women's Christian Temperance Union of her community. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Morningside Chapter 502.
Since 1930 she had made her home in Scotland, South Dakota and in Sioux City. Death came on May 8, 1940 at Garfield Hospital, Washington, D. C., after a brief illness while on a visit to her son, David Lawrence Wickens, there.
She leaves two brothers and two sisters, Lemuel Summerville of Pasadena, California, David K. Summerville of Platte, South Dakota, Mrs. Joseph D. McComber of Eagle Grove, Iowa, and Mrs. C. H. Cookinham of Ayrshire, Iowa. She also leaves two sons and two daughters, Geo. Ernest Wickens, lawyer, Chicago, David Lawrence Wickens of Washington, D. C., Mrs. William D. Nettleton of Sheldon, Iowa and Mrs. D. F. Henderson of Sioux City. There are eight grandchildren.
The funeral for Virginia Wyatt, 65, of Mitchell, was at 10:30 a.m. today at First Lutheran Church in Mitchell, S.D. Burial was in Graceland Cemetery, Mitchell.
Virginia Lee Wyatt was born March 16, 1942 at Lanesboro, MN to Harold and Virginia (Bammert) Tienter. She grew up and attended school at Preston, MN, and graduated from Emmetsburg High School in Emmetsburg, IA, in 1958. She married Ronald Wyatt in December of 1962, at Emmetsburg, IA. She operated the Tyndall Lanes in Tyndall, was produce manager of Jones Food in Viborg and was manager of the Pump-N-Stuff in Yankton. In 1997 she retired and moved to Mitchell. She was a member of the First Lutheran Church, the Red Hat Society and had been a member of the Daughters of the American Legion. She thoroughly enjoyed life, her family and grandchildren. She also enjoyed cooking, quilting, sewing, gardening, fishing and antiquing. Virginia died June 25, 2008 at the Avera Heart Hospital in Sioux Falls, S.D.
She is survived by four children: Daniel (Charity) Wyatt, Madison, SD, Virginia “Jinjer” Lucklum, Sioux Falls, SD, Constance (Steve) Ireland, Mitchell, SD, William (Suzette) Wyatt, Mitchell, SD; fourteen grandchildren: Amanda, Michael, David, Justine, Josh, Jon, Elijah, Andy, Kelly, Maggie, Michelle, Erik, Hunter, Julia; one brother, David (Anne) Tienter, Port St. Lucie, FL; and two sisters, Peggy (Denny) Brusse, Preston, MN, and Christine (John) Heruth, Rochester, MN. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Anna M. (Dvorak) Warden, age 102, of Yankton, passed away Sunday, September 19, 2004, at Avera Yankton Care Center, Yankton, SD.
Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 23, 2004, at the Kostel Funeral Chapel, Yankton, SD with Rev. Jim Pearson officiating. She will be laid to rest beside her husband in the Masonic Circle of Wyuka Cemetery in Lincoln, NE at approximately 3:30 p.m. Visitations will be 5-9 p.m. Wednesday, September 22, 2004, at the Kostel Funeral Home, Yankton. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Anna Muriel (Dvorak) Warden was born October 13, 1901, in Chicago, Illinois, to Joseph A. and Anna (Riha) Dvorak and would have been 103 in less than a month. She was baptized as an infant in St. Ludmillas Catholic Church in Chicago. In 1904, she, her parents and younger brother, Joseph E., moved to Lesterville, SD and a year later settled in Tabor where her parents published the Tabor Independent Newspaper in English and Czech for 45 years. A sister, Helen Stepanek and a brother, Robert were born in Tabor. The family lived in the same building as the newspaper and the four siblings grew up helping their parents setting type by hand, one letter at a time, in the early years. As the children grew up, additions were made to the building which now houses a family in Tabor.
Anna attended St. Wenceslaus School and high school in Tabor and Yankton College Academy, studying piano at the Conservatory. She graduated from University of South Dakota/Southern State Normal in Springfield in 1919 after which she taught in the Tabor Public School for 2 years. As a young woman, Anna accompanied on the piano while her father played the violin and other instruments, she continued playing the piano until poor eyesight forced her to forego this enjoyment. On May 27, 1921, she married Stanley B. Warden of Yankton and they published newspapers in Florence, SD, Stickney, SD and Arcadia, NE. A daughter, Mavis Winifred was born to them and she joined her mother and father in their love of music.
After a fire destroyed much of the business district in Arcadia, they moved to Milligan, NE and then to Lincoln, NE where her husband worked on the Lincoln Daily Star and she taught piano and worked at Bryan Memorial Hospital. After her husband's passing in 1960, she moved back to Tabor in 1969. While in Tabor, she played the piano to accompany for many, many school and other programs, played for weddings, funerals, and gave piano lessons. Anna loved to walk and did so no matter what the weather and until she decided she should no longer be driving, could be seen around the area driving her blue and white Plymouth. She also did some sewing and crocheting. She lived in the Tabor Manor until October 1996 when she decided she could not manage by herself and entered the Avera Yankton Care Center. She observed her 100th birthday on October 13, 2001, at the Avera Yankton Care Center with relatives and friends. She enjoyed this as well as the nearly 100 cards and letters she received.
She was a member of Christ Episcopal Church in Yankton and attended as often as possible. Her faith, positive attitude, sense of humor, and cheerful acceptance of whatever happened helped her many times as this tiny woman's life had not been the easiest. She was also a member of the Lincoln Chapter #148 Order of Eastern Star in Lincoln, NE, Women's Typographical Union in Lincoln, NE, Czech Heritage Society, and the American Legion Auxiliary in Tabor.
Anna is survived by her brother, Robert (Bob) Dvorak and his wife Vi (Kulish) of Golden, CO; grandsons, Michael Thies and his wife, Elena of Florida, Holt Thies and his wife of Germany and Jimmy Hart of North Carolina; three great and great great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley, who passed away in 1960, her daughter, Mavis Theis Hart, who passed away in 1984 in North Carolina, her parents, who passed away in 1964 and 1966, her brother, Joseph, who passed away in 1986, her sister, Helen Stepanek, who drove from Tabor to visit her almost daily in 2000, and two sons-in-law, Julius Theis and Jim Hart.
George E. Wickens was born March 23, 1857 in Sangamon County, Illinois, the third child in a family of ten born to James Wickens and Elizabeth Corke Wickens. He grew up on his father's farm and attended the country school. In 1879 he went to Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois, for four years of study. Following college he taught school for several years. In 1887 he married Ola Avalene Summerville of Monticello, Iowa and settled in Lincoln, Nebraska where he helped to build the new town. Here two sons were born. In 1891 he moved to Cresco, Iowa, and after a few years went to Ayrshire and later to Fort Dodge, Iowa, where a daughter was born. In 1898 he moved to Avon, South Dakota and settled on a ranch in western Bon Homme County. Here a second daughter was born. And in this community all four children grew to maturity, three becoming high school and college teachers and one a member of the State Legislature. In 1917 he went to California and located at Los Angeles where he had since lived, and where on September 4, 1942, he died at an age of more than 85 years.
Throughout his long life he remained a self-reliant man who enjoyed living and took an interest in people and the world about him. Having acquired his early education with much effort and sacrifice, he remained all his life a student and a lover of learning. His early habits of industry and application continued to his last illness. Though long active in professional and business occupations he believed that the best things of life were not to be had for money. He lived simply, esteemed his friends highly, and was pleased most when he had helped someone who needed assistance.
His wife preceded him in death by two years. He leaves four children, George Ernest Wickens, attorney, Chicago; Major David Lawrence Wickens, Washington, DC and Avon; Mrs. W. D. Nettleton and Mrs. D. F. Henderson.
Louis Wampol, 102 of Wagner, died Thursday, July 29, 2010 at his home in rural Wagner. His funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 2, 2010 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Wagner, with burial in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, at Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home in Wagner, followed by a 7 p.m. wake service at the church.
Louis Wampol, son of Louis and Rose (Wurtz) Wampol, was born March 21, 1908 on a farm southwest of Tabor, S.D. He died Thursday, July 29, 2010 at his home in rural Wagner. Louis attained the age of 102 years, four months and nine days.
Louis was the eldest of 13 children born to his family. He attended country school through the eighth grade. As a young man, he worked for many people in the Tabor, Sioux City and Elk Point areas.
Louis married Agnes (Bouska) Brodsky on March 5, 1938 in Yankton. They moved to Wagner in 1942 where they farmed and raised cattle. Louis farmed for 65 years. He and Agnes were blessed with 49 years together. She died January 23, 1987 at the Good Samaritan Center in Wagner.
Louis loved to play the accordion and played for many house dances in the area. He also loved playing pitch.
Louis was a member of the Tyndall Accordion Club. He served on the Lawrence #50 school board for many years.
Thankful for having shared his life are his daughters: Agnes and husband, Norman, and Marily Wright, all of Wagner; two step daughters: Alyce Frandsen of Lake Andes, and Delores Thomas and husband Gordon of Turlock, CA; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; two sisters: Mavis Zemina of Mitchell, and Louise Henely of Fortunna, CA; and many other relatives.
Louis was preceded in death by his wife; parents; four brothers: Frank, Bill, Joe and Jim; four sisters: Tillie Steinfeld, Rose Wuestewald, Sylvia Verba and Helen Burrow; and two siblings who died in infancy; step-son, Raymond Brodsky; and son-in-law, Ejner Frandsen.
Mary Ann Wambolt of Brighton, CO. formerly of Cody, WY died Friday December 9, 2005 at North Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, Thornton, CO. after a three month battle with cancer. She was 67. She was born Mary Ann Crotty on June 29, 1938 to Paul J. and Julia L. (Kreber) Crotty in Tyndall, SD. When she was nine months old the family moved to Iowa where she was reared and educated. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic school in Mallard, IA. through the eighth grade and graduated in 1956 from Mallard High School. She then attended Buena Vista College, Storm Lake, IA. where in 1961 she earned a B.A. degree in music education. With that she began her career in elementary music education. In 1967, she earned a M.A. degree from Colorado State University, Ft. Collins, CO. She taught elementary music in Ida Grove, IA, Blue Earth, MN, Brighton, CO, Cody, WY and Hudson, CO.
On December 30, 1967, she married Milton Wambolt in Mallard. They settled in Arvada, CO. In 1968, the family was transferred to Cody, WY. While in Cody, she taught elementary music in the public schools and assisted with the high school choir. She teamed with the high school choir director & drama coach. They produced hit Broadway Musicals such as South Pacific, Carousel, Oliver, Brigadoon, Oklahoma, My Fair Lady, Annie Get Your Gun and Amahl & The Night Visitor. As an accomplished pianist, she played the entire musical score for the productions. In addition to the Broadway Musicals, she produced two programs with her elementary students each year. During the Christmas season she produced a Christmas program with the lower grade elementary students and being a very patriotic person in the spring a patriotic program with the upper grade elementary students.
In 1972, she adopted the three small children of her husband and the late Barbara Forster-Wambolt giving them the mothers love denied of them by their mother’s death. She gave them guidance and taught them her strong work ethic instilled in her by her parents, which has contributed greatly to their success in life. In 1985, the couple retired and returned to the Denver area settling in Brighton, CO.
She was church organist for St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Cody, WY. and St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in Brighton. She was a member of St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, Brighton Euterpean Society and Brighton Music.
She loved her country, church, music, family, students and friends.
She is survived by her husband, Milton, three children; Larry (Julie) Wambolt of Ellicott City, MD, Sharon (Michael) Schaubs of Littleton, CO and Deborah (Steve) Fredrickson of Groton, SD, her brothers; Dr. Richard Crotty, Omaha, NE and Paul C. Crotty of Pocahontas, IA, seven grandchildren; Larissa Thompson, Denver, PFC Casey Hutchison, Taji, Iraq, Kalli Hutchison, Fargo, ND, Bradley and Trevor Schaubs, Littleton, and Cody and Brooklyn Wambolt, Ellicott City and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Paul J. and Julia Crotty.
Visitation Tuesday, December 13, 2005 from 4-6 p.m. at Tabor~Rice Funeral Home, 75 S. 13th Avenue, Brighton, followed by a Vigil Service, at 7 p.m. at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 6th and East Egbert Street, Brighton. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, December 14, 2005 at 10:00 a.m., St. Augustine Catholic Church. Interment will follow services at the Mizpah Cemetery, Platteville, CO.
Dorothy A. Walloch, 84, a resident of Bettendorf, died Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, at Manor Care, Utica Ridge, Davenport, Iowa surrounded by her family.
Funeral services and a Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 2618 Boies Ave., Davenport. Burial will be in Davenport Memorial Park. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Tuesday at the Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, downtown Davenport, with a time of sharing at 6:30 p.m.
Dorothy Ann Stepka was born to James and Anna (Kocer) Stepka on Feb. 28, 1929, in Tabor, S.D., where she spent her childhood and graduated high school. She was united in marriage to Elmer Walloch in 1948, and they remained married until his passing in 1970. They farmed in Lesterville, S.D., until 1960, when they moved to Davenport.
Davenport was where Dorothy made her home and raised her six children. For several years, she cooked for the Sisters of Humility at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, where she was an active member for more than 40 years. Food was one of her biggest passions, and she took great joy in preparing meals for people. She always had sweets on hand to share with her many visitors and was apologetic if the cookies were store-bought. Dorothy loved to write, keeping a detailed diary and sending letters and cards to her loved ones for all occasions. Family was extremely important to her, and she instilled this value in her children. Faith was foremost in Dorothy’s life, and she expressed her devotion to God through charity and unconditional love. She will be greatly missed by all those blessed to know her.
Memorials may be made to the church.
Dorothy is survived by her children and their spouses, Charles (Shirlee) Walloch, DeWitt, Jerome (Judy) Walloch, Cuba, Ill., Margaret Walloch, Eldridge, Pamela Walloch, Walcott, Paulette Day, Davenport, and William (Bob Bohannon) Walloch, Rock Island; grandchildren, Angela (Scott) Ward, Charles (Jennifer) Walloch, Beth (B.J.) Nordby, Katie Walloch, Michele Walloch, Harrison Day and Olivia Day; great-grandchildren, Seth, Eli, Luke and Delaney Ward, and Holden Walloch and Liam Walloch; siblings, Helen Koupal, Bettendorf, Ray (Marlene) Stepka, Tyndall, S.D., Betty (Dwane) Siewert, Avon, S.D.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer; an infant daughter, Dorothy; and a sister, Ann Johnson. May they rest in peace.
Eleanor Armelle Wilcox, 79, passed away Monday, Feb. 2, 2009, at St. Mary’s Healthcare Center in Pierre. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, Feb. 6, 2009, at Feigum-VanLith Funeral Home, Pierre. Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at Faith Lutheran Church, Pierre. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Pierre.
Armelle was born July 17, 1929, at home in Wakonda, and graduated from Scotland High School, Scotland, in 1947. She took her nurses training at Anchor Hospital in St. Paul, Minn.; and anesthesia training at Mount Marty College, Yankton. She had a wonderful career as a nurse anesthetist, and worked many years at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis.
Armelle moved to Pierre in 1976 where she and Keith were married. She worked at St. Mary’s Hospital as an anesthetist and later worked as a registered nurse at St. Mary’s Nursing Home.
Keith and Armelle loved traveling in their fifth wheel motor home with friends and family. Armelle was an accomplished Norwegian chef and enjoyed fishing and reading. She was a devoted mother and wife, who will be greatly missed by her family!
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Keith; her parents, Albert and Carrie Gunderson; her grandson, Tyler Wilcox; and her son-in-law, Peter de Hueck. She is survived by her children, DiAnne (Moise) Riboh, of Bois-le Rer, France, KarAnne (Steve) Harju, of Roseville, Minn., Peg (Bob) Rose, Patricia (Dwane) Clodfelter, Mary Wegner, all of Pierre, and Bob (Jeri) Wilcox of Fort Pierre; 12 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; her sisters, Carol (Dennis) Nelles of Phoenix, Ariz., Darlene (Jim) Kari, of Mesa, Ariz., Sandra (Don) Fischer of Olivet, and Susan (Larry) Falk of Roseville, Minn.; and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at the Gunderson family reunion this June in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
Regina Weisser, 96, Scotland, died Thursday (May 24, 2001) at the Good Samaritan Center, Scotland.
Funeral services are at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Zion Lutheran Church, Scotland, with Rev. John Sieverts officiating. Burial will be in the Friedens Reformed United Church of Christ Cemetery, Tripp. Visitation will be from 1-9 p.m. today (Friday) at the Petrik-Kelley Funeral Home, Scotland.
She was born July 19, 1904, in Bon Homme County, four miles northwest of Tyndall, to Christian and Christina (Hieb) Kaul. She married Theodore Weisser May 27, 1926, at her parents' farm home. After her marriage, they lived in Delmont for 10 years. They then moved to Hayfield, Minn., for 10 years, then to Jackson, Minn., for 10 years. When her husband died in September 1956, she moved back to Tripp. She moved to Scotland in 1961. She worked at the Good Samaritan Center in Scotland for 13 years. She became a resident of the Good Samaritan Center, Scotland, in 1993.
She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church, Scotland, since 1962.
She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Marian Weisser, Alcester; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three sisters: Ruth Breitkreutz and Esther Weisser, both of Tripp; and Clara Vilhauer, Salem; and two brothers: Rueben Kaul, Tyndall, and Herman Kaul, Tyndall.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, two grandchildren, four brothers and one sister.
Funeral services for Viola Woehl of Scotland will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 19 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Scotland with Rev. Ken Johnson officiating. Organist is Donna Knodel with special music by Jason and Julie Hamann. Interment will follow in Rosehill Cemetery, Scotland. Honorary casketbearers are Viola’s granddaughters and active casketbearers are Viola’s grandsons: Don Woehl, Jason Hamann, Lance Hamann and John Cap.
Viola Woehl was born Friday, September 30, 1921 near Tripp to Fred and Katie (Winckler) Roth. She was baptized on November 6, 1921 and confirmed on June 9, 1935, both at Zion Lutheran Church in Avon. She attended grade school at Vesper School near Avon. Viola was united in marriage to Leon G. Woehl on October 7, 1948 at Avon. She farmed with her husband near Scotland until 1978, when they retired. Viola moved to Scotland in 2006. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church (Missouri Synod). She enjoyed sewing, especially embroidery, taught Sunday school, and was active in the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League and Scotland VFW Auxiliary. Viola passed away on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at Landmann-Jungman Memorial Hospital in Scotland at the age of 91 years, 3 months, and 17 days.
Grateful for sharing Viola’s life are her three children: Don (Betty) Woehl of Scotland, Sharon (Darwin) Hamann of Correctionville, Iowa and Shirley (Steve) Cap of Scotland; eleven grandchildren: Jason (Julie) Hamann, Lance (Jana) Hamann, Kattie Hamann, Beverly (Terry) Vogt, Randy (Tina) Luke, Don (Judy) Woehl, Monica (Joe) Keppen, John Cap and fiancé Analiese Koffler, Kristi (Jon) Burks, Amber (Chad) Guthmiller and Kalleen (Ryan) Wasson; 22 great-grandchildren; two brothers: Edwin Roth and Richard Roth, both of Avon; and two sisters: Gladys Brunken of Beaverton, Oregon and Marcella Petrik of Wagner.
In addition to her parents, Fred and Katie Roth, Viola was preceded in death by her husband, Leon, in 1991; a grandson, Bobby; four sisters: Ella, Hulda, two sisters in infancy; and a brother, Arvin.
On Tuesday, April 5, 2011, the Lord took Sylvia Mae (Reed) Wittmeier, of Spearfish, to her heavenly home. She was 97 years and 5 months.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, April 9, 2011, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Spearfish with Pastor Gene Bauman officiating. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to the service. Burial will take place at 9:00 A.M. CST at the Tyndall Cemetery in Tyndall, SD on Monday, April 11. A memorial has been established to benefit St. Paul L.W.M.L. (Lutheran Women Mission League).
Sylvia was born Nov. 2, 1913 to I.G. and Edna (Wallace) Reed in Spokane WA. She moved to Appleton, MN at the age of 7 where her Dad managed a privately owned hunting lodge. She and her Dad and brother lived with her Grandma Sarah Reed.
She attended Hantho Consolidated School thru 8th grade. Riding to school in a horse drawn wagon or sled, driven by her Dad and stopping to pickup other students on the way.
They moved to Sioux Falls, SD where Sylvia attended Washington High School. After High School she moved to Tyndall and lived with her cousin, Lyle Wagner’s family. She was trained as a beauty operator in Lyle’s Beauty Shop.
It was in Tyndall she met and married C.J. (Pat) Wittmeier on July 21, 1934. In 1939 they moved to a farm, which belonged to Pat. They raised their 3 children, Jill, Rod & Rick on that farm.
Sylvia was very active in St. Johns Lutheran Church serving as a Sunday School teacher for 20 yrs and a member of the Ladies Aid. She started the first Beauty Shop, free to all residents, in the Good Samaritan Home in Tyndall.
After selling the farm in 1973, she and Pat worked as dorm parents at Springfield College. One day a week, she would open their apartment doors as she baked cookies for all the students on their floor. And on room inspection days, she carried with her handmade paper clothing and would properly clothe the pin-up posters hanging on the young men’s walls.
In 1975 Pat suffered a stroke and they moved to Spearfish, SD to be near their daughter’s family. She became a very active member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church developing many friendships and was a wonderful “Gram.” She lost Pat in 1988. She lived independently until November of 2010 when she became a resident of the Dorsett Care.
Preceding her in death are her husband Pat, son, Rodney, granddaughter, Karla, brothers, Lee and Lloyd.
Left to have happy memories: daughter, Jill (Ken) Anderson of Spearfish; son, D. Rick (Roxanne) of Hot Springs, SD; grandchildren: Laurie (Howie) Albrecht of Sturgis, SD, Kris (Mike) Thomas of Gillette, WY, Stacia (Jim) Roggenbaum of Bradford, PA, Matthew (Jodell) Anderson of Madison Lake, MN, Nichole (Dave) Philo of Sparks, NV, Jessica (Dave) Frank of Sparks, NV, Jacob Wittmeier of Portland, OR, Ray (Sharon) Schmit of Gillette, WY; great grandchildren: Kristina Young, Ashley, Rachel, Michael Anderson, Taylor & Morgan Roggenbaum, Reed, Jameson, Noah Philo, Lenin, Emma Franks, Ryan Schmit; step grandchildren: Danielle Tveter of Rapid City, SD, Nichole Tveter of Minot, ND, Amy Swearson of Minot, ND.
She left us with this hand written message:
To My Wonderful Family,
I love you all so very much and when I leave you, I pray, as I do every day, you will always have a saving faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and become ever closer
See you later
Arrangements are under the care of Fidler-Isburg Funeral Chapels & Crematory Service in Spearfish.
Anna L. Weltz was born on Friday, July 24, 1914 on the family farm in Yankton County near Lesterville, South Dakota. Her parents were Wilhelm and Katherina (Neth) Kost. She was baptized on August 30, 1914 at the Petersburg Church by the Rev. M. Treiber and was confirmed on June 30, 1929, also at the Petersburg Church, by Rev. John Maier. Her father passed away at a young age, and she helped her mother raise her brothers and sisters so that the family could remain together. Anna was united in marriage to Edmund Weltz on October 24, 1937 at the Petersburg Church by the Rev. Carl L. Green. Two children were born to this union: Deloris (Weltz) Schaeffer of Menno, South Dakota and Leighton (Linda) Weltz of Eldora, Iowa. She and her husband farmed southwest of Scotland for 35 years, until they retired in 1972 and moved into town. She enjoyed working in her garden and canning the produce. Anna was a devoted homemaker and mother who worked hard to care for her home and family. Her last six years were spent as a resident of the Good Samaritan Society of Scotland, where she passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2010, having attained the age of 95 years, 8 months and 27 days.
In addition to her two children, Anna is survived by ten grandchildren: Galen (Connie) Schaeffer of Freeman, South Dakota, Gerald (Donna) Schaeffer of Menno, South Dakota, Roxanne (Bruce) VanBuskirk of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Lisa (Chris) Linneman of Omaha, Nebraska, Wesley (Danielle) Schaeffer of Menno, South Dakota, Kristin (Kelly) Hodges of Eldora, Iowa, Jared (April) Schaeffer of Sheldon, Iowa, Heather (Chris) Bruno of Story City, Iowa, Brian Weltz of Waverly, Iowa and Molly Weltz of Louisville, Kentucky; 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; two sisters: Frieda Thum and Lorraine Mettler, both of Scotland; and a sister-in-law, Mabel Kost of Scotland.
Anna is preceded in death by her husband, Edmund; son-in-law Wilfred Schaeffer; great-grandson Derek Schaeffer; six brothers: Bill, John, Ted, Infant Otto, Otto, and Richard; and in-laws Elmer Thum, Herbert Mettler, Arnold and Gertrude Weltz, Betty Kost, Helen Kost, and Marilyn Kost.
Donald John (Bucky) Walters was 89 when he died on March 28, 2013 at the Veterans Administration Health Care Center in Fort Meade.
Don was born in Avon, SD on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 1924. His parents, William Sr. and Lillian (Dettlefsen) Walters, lived at the family farm south of Wagner, SD. Don attended a one-room elementary school in Ree Township and then Wagner High School. He was active in all sports and especially excelled at baseball, which he considered pursuing professionally.
With World War II raging, Don enlisted with the Marine Corps in 1943 where he was stationed at Camp Pendleton near San Diego, CA. He saw combat in the Pacific theater beginning in 1944. On June 27, 1945, two months before the war was to end, Don and a fellow Marine were on patrol in Okinawa when they were ambushed and shot by a Japanese marksman. Don carried his buddy to safety. It was only then that Don realized that he also had sustained severe leg wounds. For his injuries, Don was awarded the Purple Heart.
He was to spend a year in a military hospital and was honorably discharged as a US Marine Corps corporal and although he regained partial use of his leg, his dreams of professional baseball or becoming an athletic coach were not to be. In California after the war, he was a welder in the shipyards. In 1951, he married South Dakotan Eileen Barta in San Diego. Their first child, M. Louise, was born there. Then they moved to Wagner, where Don ran the family farm. Their second child, Barbara, was born in Wagner.
Five years later, the family moved to Pierre, where Don worked as a welder during construction of the Oahe Dam. He moved his family to New Mexico for his construction job, then returned to Pierre. He went to work for the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department, where he was to work for many years managing parks. He retired and he and Eileen relocated to the Black Hills in 1987, living in a beautiful location on Blake Road west of Rapid City. DJ (as he became known in his later years) had many interests, including hunting, fishing, archery and woodworking. He was an active volunteer with the Canyon Lake Senior Center, Boys’ Club, State Fish Hatchery, and other organizations. He was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, Marine Corps League, and Disabled American Veterans.
He contracted Alzheimer’s disease. He spent his final five years at the VA Hospital at Fort Meade, where he received excellent care from many dedicated professionals. Don was a good friend of Father Bill Zandri, who visited him at Fort Meade.
Survivors include his wife, Eileen Walters, of Rapid City, daughter M. Louise Walters (wife of William Griffin) of Savannah, GA, daughter Barbara Walters Wong (wife of David Wong) of Rapid City, two grandchildren, six great grandchildren, sister-in-law, Leota Sidel (Rapid City), brothers-in-law Don Barta (Rapid City) and Dick (and Marjean) Barta (Vermillion) and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. with a rosary and wake at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, April 1 at Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home in Rapid City. Mass of Christian burial will be offered at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 2 at the Church of St. Therese, the Little Flower, in Rapid City with Rev. William Zandri officiating. On April 3, friends and family will meet at 9:30 a.m. (central time) at Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home, 124 E. Highway 50, Wagner. Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. (central time) on Wednesday, April 3 at St. John’s Catholic Cemetery in Wagner with Father Richard officiating. Full military honors will be provided by Wagner Legion Post #11 and Rollie Bucholz of VFW Post #7319. Arrangements are by Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home of Rapid City and Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home of Wagner. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Back Pack (feed the children) Program of the United Way.
Glendol Wirt, Sioux Falls, died on Saturday, September 7, 2013 at her home of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Funeral services will be at 11:00am Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Sioux Falls with burial in Rosehill Cemetery, Parker. Visitation with family present will be from 5-7:00pm Tuesday evening at Heritage Funeral Home, Sioux Falls with a Prayer Service at 7:00pm.
Glendol Jane Jurrens was born September 15, 1926 near Avon, SD. She was the youngest child of Claus and Clara (Eisentrager) Jurrens. She passed away 8 days before her 87th birthday.
She attended school at Bon Homme County Drake School #50, Avon Public Schools, Southern State Teachers College, and Huron College from which she graduated in 1948 with a BA degree in business. Following her graduation she taught at Parker High School and later worked in the Turner County Treasurer’s Office.
Glendol was married to G. Eldon Wirt on June 17, 1952 at the Avon Baptist Church. Following their move to Sioux Falls in 1963 she was a homemaker for several years and then worked as a bookkeeper and sales auditor in retail for about 20 years, before retiring in 1991.
She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church since 1963, where she had served as a Sunday School teacher and Bible School teacher for many years. As a young person she accepted Christ as her personal savior and was baptized by the Rev. F.W. Bartel and became an active member of the Avon Baptist Church, participating in youth group, choir and Bible School.
Remembering her with love and appreciation are her daughter Susan of Denver, CO; her son David and his wife Erika and their children Jacqueline, Emma, and Sophie of Singapore; a sister Vilas (Willis) Engel of Hemet, CA; and other relatives and several very good friends. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1994, her parents, and three brother and three sisters.
Josephine Mary Williams, 94, Tripp, died Monday (Feb. 11, 2002) at the Good Samaritan Center, Tripp.
Funeral services are at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Tripp, with Rev. Robert Kranz officiating. Burial will be in St. Leo's Catholic Cemetery, Tyndall. Pallbearers are Tim Friederich, Robert Hoff, James Weber, Melvin Mikuska, Gerald Schoenfelder and Randy Klatt. Visitation is from 3-6 p.m. today (Thursday) at the Petrik-Kelley Memorial Chapel, Tripp. There will be a 7:30 p.m. prayer service today (Thursday) at the church.
She was born Sept. 29, 1907, at Dimock, to Ted and Elizabeth (Koster) Zehnpfenning. She graduated from Notre Dame High School, Mitchell, and from Northern Normal College, Aberdeen. She taught school for several years before becoming superintendent of Hutchinson County schools, a position she truly enjoyed. She married Lester Williams Nov. 10, 1939, at Dimock. They lived in Tripp where she devoted herself full-time to raising and caring for her family. Her husband died in 1970.
She was very active in her faith at Holy Rosary Catholic Church and Altar Society.
She enjoyed crocheting, playing bridge and amassing a large collection of elephant figurines.
She is survived by her son, John (Bette Jo) Williams, Sioux Falls and Alexandria, Minn.; three grandchildren; one great-grandson; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, three daughters, one brother and three sisters.
Funeral services for Peter “Bud” Warrington, 91, of Springfield, is scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at the Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home in Springfield, with burial at the Pioneer Cemetery, rural Avon. Visitation will be at the funeral home in Springfield Monday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Peter “Bud” John Warrington, son of Cliff and Annie (Ferwerda) Warrington, was born July 29, 1918 on a farm near Springfield, S.D. He died Friday, July 23, 2010 at St. Michael’s Hospital in Tyndall, S.D. Bud attained the age of 91 years, 11 months and 25 days.
Bud attended Lincoln Country School through the eighth grade. His family bought the farm north of Springfield in 1945, where Bud farmed and cared for his parents. He retired in the sixties and in January of 2009 moved in with his niece in Springfield due to failing health.
Bud was a member of the Yankton Moose Club. He enjoyed dancing, playing the harmonica and hunting. Bud will be remembered for his love of raising hereford cattle and being proud of having straight rows in his fields.
Thankful for having shared his life are two nephews: Ron and wife Linda of Aberdeen; Greg of Springfield; niece, Nettie Talsma of Springfield; and several great nieces and nephews.
Bud was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters and their husbands: Elizabeth and Cliff Talsma and Bernice and Duane Walpole; and nephew, Jack Talsma.
Bernice Louise Walpole, 84, Springfield, Thursday (Jan. 15, 2004) at the Springfield Assisted Living Center.
Funeral services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at the United Church of Christ, Springfield. Burial is in the Springfield Cemetery. Visitation is from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday at the Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home, Springfield, followed by a prayer service.
Bernice Walpole, daughter of Cliff and Anne (Ferwerda) Warrington, was born Sept. 20, 1919, on a farm in rural Springfield. She attended Hornstra and Lincoln Country Schools and graduated from Springfield High School in 1937. She earned teaching diplomas from South State Normal in 1938 and 1943 and an education degree from Southern State Teachers College in 1955. She began her 47-year teaching career at country schools at Running Water, Lincoln, Perkins and Tyndall Public schools. She married Duane R. Walpole June 12, 1944, in Gainesville, Fla., while Duane was serving in the Army. She returned to Springfield and resumed teaching at Dahlenburg Country School. Bernie helped her husband in the Walpole Drug Store until 1954, when they entered the Civil Service. They moved to Sisseton where she taught school for the Bureau of Indian Affairs at the Old Agency School. In 1963, they moved to Pierre where she taught primary grades at the Pierre Indian School. They moved to Flandreau in 1975 where Bernie continued teaching at the Flandreau Indian School. After retiring, Bernie and Duane returned to Springfield in 1986. Her husband died April 15, 1992.
She will be remembered for her love of teaching, singing, dancing, golfing, bowling, watching football and spending time with her family. Her sons will fondly remember the fantastic Christmas programs she directed and the square dances that she taught her students.
She is survived by two sons: Ron (Lois), Aberdeen; and Greg, Springfield; seven grandsons; one great-grandson; brother, Peter "Bud" Warrington, Springfield; sister-in-law, Beverly Greenfield, Sioux Falls; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, one sister and one nephew.
The last surviving member in Scotland, of the Grand Army of the Republic passed to his eternal reward Tuesday evening January 15th, 1935 at 10:00 o'clock. With Isreal Walliser ends the appearance of Civil War veterans at the annual Memorial Day services. Gradually but surely the ranks of these brave men have thinned so that today there are very few left to relate the Battle of Gettysburg or the march with Sherman to the Sea. Only those who were youngest at the time the war broke out, as was the case with the departed, have remained with us.
Isreal Walliser was born in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, August 30th, 1844. When ten years of age he came with his parents to Brookville, Illinois, where he grew to manhood. When the Civil War began he was still too young to enlist, but as soon as he attained the age of eighteen he entered the army. With the first enlistment he served two years faithfully, and was honorably discharged. The war continued, and he enlisted again, this second time serving until the war ended. His honorable discharge, which is still in possession of his son Gilbert, reads as follows: "Know ye that Isreal Walliza, a Private of Capt. John A. Long, Co. K 15th Regiment of Illinois Infantry Volunteers, who was enrolled on the Seventh day of March 1865 to serve one year, or during the war, is hereby discharged from the service of the U. S. this 16th day of Sept. 1865 at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.
"No objection to his being re-enlisted is known to exist. By order of Major General Pope.
"Said Isreal Walliza was born in Northumberland Co., in the State of Pa., is twenty years of age, five feet seven and 1/6 inches high, Fair complexion, hazle eyes, brown hair, and by occupation when enrolled, a shoemaker.
Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, 15th day of Sept. 1865.
Signed:
John A. Long,
Captain Co. K.
W. D. Hubbard
Capt. 13th Mt. Cav. Vols.
Asst. Com. Musterer.
After the war Mr. Walliser was united in marriage with Katherine Estherly. Five children were born to this union, three boys and two girls. One of the daughters was Mrs. John Boegler. One of the sons and both of the daughters preceded him in death. The one surviving son, Henry W., Lives at Kaylor, and the other, Ernest W., lives at Springfield, S. Dak. His first wife died about 1890.
When Mr. Walliser was about thirty-two years of age he came from Brookville, Illinois to what is now Hutchinson County, and settled on a claim about one mile east of the Wittenburg church. There he lived for many years. He attended the Wittenburg Evangelical Church, and served the church in one capacity or another for a number of years.
In 1894 he was married the second time with Mrs. Frances Valentine, who died in 1908. One child was born to this union, namely Gilbert Dewey Walliser, of Scotland, who, like his father, also served his country, during the World War. There are 15 grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren.
The military funeral services were held from the Scotland Evangelical Church, Friday afternoon, the Rev. O. W. Ferk in charge. World War veterans attended in a body. Members of the Daughters of the G. A. R. and the Auxiliary were also present. The flags of the wars represented by these veterans were on display. The text of the sermon was II Tim. 4:7, "I have fought a good fight," depicting the life of a good soldier. The patriotic song, "The Vacant Chair," was re-arranged to fit the occasion, and sung by the trio. The firing squad, and Color Bearers, with Major E. V. Wilcox in charge, marched in the funeral procession from the house to the church. At the interment at the Wittenburg cemetery, thirteen miles north of Scotland, after the minister had read the commitment, Major Wilcox also read the Legion ritual, the firing squad fired three rounds as a salute to the dead, and Chas. Cvrk, the bugler, sounded taps for Mr. Walliser the last time.
Violet Welfl, age 73, of Yankton, passed away Friday, Sept. 5, 2003, at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton.
Graveside memorial services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, 2003, at the Tyndall Czech Cemetery, Tyndall, S.D. with Msgr. Carlton Hermann officiating. Kostel Funeral Home, Yankton, is in charge of arrangements.
Violet was born March 30, 1930, in Bon Homme County to James V. and Anna Grace (Simek) Welfl. She attended and graduated from Tyndall High School in 1948. She spent time in Omaha, Neb., before moving to Rapid City. She returned to Yankton in the 1980s and made her home in Yankton.
She is survived by three brothers: Norman of Ridgecrest, Calif.; Harvey of Inyokern, Calif.; and John of Rochester, Wash.; a daughter Barb Rowland of Sioux Falls, S.D.; two grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant brother.
Memorial services for Betty L. Wynia, 87 of Springfield will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, 2014 at the United Church of Christ in Springfield. Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home of Springfield is in charge of the arrangements.
Betty Lou Wynia, daughter of Issac and Clara (Oelrich) Yule, was born February 12, 1927 on a farm in Bon Homme County, SD. She passed away peacefully Sunday, March 30, 2014 at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, under hospice care. Betty attained the age of 87 years, one month and 19 days.
Betty attended country school west of Springfield and graduated from Springfield High School. She then attended Southern State Teachers’ College in Springfield for one year where she earned her teaching certificate. She taught in rural schools in Bon Homme County for many years and also substituted for several years. Betty loved children and will be remembered by many as a wonderful teacher.
Betty married John Wynia and a daughter was blessed to their union. After John’s death, she married Donald Wynia on May 17, 1958 at the United Church of Christ in Springfield. Two sons were blessed to their union. Together they farmed for many years. Betty loved peacocks and raised many of them. Upon their retirement, they moved into Springfield in 1993.
Betty was a member of the United Church of Christ and the Dwight Wood American Legion Auxiliary. Betty will be remembered for her enjoyment of dancing, cooking and being a part of the Friday Night Pinochle Club.
Thankful for having shared her life are her husband Don of Springfield; her children: Jean Lassegard and husband Duane of Rapid City, Mike and wife Lois of Clifton, CO and Steve and wife Donna of Rapid City; 10 grandchildren; five great grandchildren; brother Ken Yule and wife Lavonne of Springfield; sister Beverly Hanson and husband Tom of Croton, NE; many nieces and nephews whom she loved very much; and many friends.
Betty was preceded in death by her first husband, John Wynia; her parents; sister Elsie Williams and brother Wally Yule.
Ruth Wright, 92 of Yankton died peacefully in the early hours of March 24, 2014 at Avera Yankton Care Center, Yankton.
Funeral services are at 11 a.m. Friday, March 28, at St. John’s Lutheran Church with the Rev. Dave Gunderson officiating. Burial will be in the Rosehill Cemetery, Scotland at approximately 1:15 p.m. Visitations begin at 5 p.m. Thursday, March 27, at the Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton with a 7 p.m. Prayer service. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church.
Ruth Elinor Hahn was born on March 30, 1921 to Christina (Konrad) and Carl Hahn in Good Farm Township, near Dwight, Illinois. Ruth grew up in Illinois, attending Center Elementary School and Gardner High School. It was during her high school years that she met the love of her life, Howard “Red” Wright. After her parents purchased and moved to a farm in near Kaylor, Ruth finished her senior year of High School in Illinois, living with her grandparents, John and Anna Hahn. Upon graduation, Ruth moved to Kaylor where Red later joined her. Ruth and Red were married in St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Scotland, on September 18, 1940. To this union were born one daughter, Sharon and three sons, David, Richard, and Norman. Ruth’s parents were always an integral part of her family. While living in Kaylor, Ruth and Red ran a grocery and upon her father’s death her mother, Christina, moved in with her family. Red’s jobs moved Ruth and family to Scotland, Grand Island, NE, Draper, and finally to Yankton in 1966.
Ruth was a homemaker most of her life. In Yankton, she worked at Montgomery Ward for few years and cared for mother, Christina. Ruth was a life-long, confirmed member of the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod. Ruth loved going to church and faithfully attended St. John’s Lutheran Church in Yankton where she was a member of the Ruth Circle and LWML. When Ruth could not attend services, she would faithfully listen to their broadcasted services on radio and television.
Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Christina Hahn, her husband, Red, in 1982, a son-in-law, Dale (Sharon) Crosby, her sister Helen Dorn, and her brothers Morris and Ray Hahn.
She is survived by her children, Sharon Crosby, Weeping Water, NE, David (Mary) Wright, Fletcher, NC, Richard (Laurie) Wright, Yankton, and Norman (Kathryn) Wright, Yankton, 11 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.
Nina B. Wynia, 88, of Springfield, died Thursday, December 29, 2005, at the Good Samaritan Center in Tyndall, SD. Nina attained the age of 88 years, 11 months and 17 days.
Her funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 31, 2005, at Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home in Springfield, with Pastor Lorney Van Gerpen officiating. Burial will be at the Springfield Cemetery, rural Springfield. Visitation will be fromm 12 noon to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Nina Bertha Wynia, daughter of Hans and Ella (Thiessen) Hoeppner, was born on a farm in Cherokee County, Sutherland, IA, on January 12, 1917. Nina attended the Sutherland Consolidated School for 12 years and graduated from there. Her family moved to Spirit Lake, IA in March of 1935 and she worked in cafes near Spirit Lake and Milford, IA.
Nina married Calvin Ellis on May 17, 1938. Two sons were born to their union. They later divorced, and on February 9, 1946, Nina married Francis Wynia of Springfield, SD at Omaha, NE. He was in the Army at Ft. Crook, NE. They moved to Springfield on February 14, 1946, to the place now known as the Kenneth Halsey farm. They lived around Springfield all of their married life. Nina worked at the college kitchen, the S.D. State Hospital, Dale Electronics and retired from CR Industries in Springfield in January of 1980.
Due to failing health, Nina entered the Good Samaritan Center in Tyndall on April 19, 1999. She was lovingly taken care of there and she and her family appreciated it so much.
Thankful for having shared her life are her son, Clinton Dale Ellis and wife, Sandra of Tyndall; one granddaughter; four grandsons; nine great-grandsons; and three great-granddaughters; one great-great-granddaughter; her sister, Betty Klatt of Springfield; brother-in-law, Robert Ingwersen; five nephews; and one niece.
Nina was preceded in death by her husband, Francis "Fritz" on November 22, 1982; mother on July 11, 1966; father on April 30, 1969; son, Clayton Keith; sister, Niva Ingwersen; and her first husband, Calvin.
Joyce Lee (Fideler) Winckler, 79, of Viborg met her Lord and Savior on Friday, November 21, 2014 at Pioneer Memorial Hospital in Viborg.
Visitation will be 3 p.m.-7 p.m. with prayer service at 7pm on Tuesday, November 25 at Goglin Funeral Home, Tripp. Celebration of Life services will be at 10:30am on Wednesday, November 26 at Friedens Reformed Church in Tripp, with Rev. Greg Way officiating. Interment will be in the Immanuel Reformed Cemetery, rural Tripp. Pallbearers are Jerry Lukkes, Jason Winckler, Casey Berndt, Cole Winckler, Brandon Winckler and Logan Slack. Goglin Funeral Home in Tripp SD is in charge of arrangements.
She was born March 31, 1935 in rural Delmont, SD to William and Rose (Vilhauer) Fideler. She graduated from Delmont High School in 1953. She then went on to pursue her teaching certificate and taught in rural school.
She married Clio Winckler on June 6, 1954 in Delmont. They lived in Avon for a short time, then moved to Springfield in 1955 where they ran the linotype for the local newspapers. Later they moved to rural Springfield where they started their family. In 1963 they moved to rural Tripp where they raised their family of seven children. Around 1985, she became a Certified Nursing Assistant at the Tyndall Good Samaritan Center, which she thoroughly enjoyed until her health did not allow. She moved to Viborg after Clio’s passing in 2001, where she has resided until her death.
Some of her favorite past times were family gatherings, reunions, Bible studies, playing cards, attending events of all kinds for her grand- and great-grand-children and travelling.
Grateful for sharing her life are her seven children; Rick (Deb) Winckler, Lawn TX; Kim (Greg) Berndt of Tyndall; Pam Lukkes, Sioux Falls; Scott (Teresa) Winckler, Yankton; Jodie (Mitch) Jensen, Lennox; Joe (Rebecca) Winckler, Powhattan, KS; Shelley (Gary) DeJong, Viborg; 16 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and two sisters; Eileen Coisman, Ipswich and Rosetta Slaba, Yankton.
She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents and one brother, Wilbur “Sonny” Fideler.
Kathleen Wry was born on October 9, 1955 to John and Grace Longordo in Raritan, NJ. In 2001, she moved to Scotland, South Dakota. She is proceeded in death by her father, John Longordo of Raritan, NJ and daughter, Grace Wry of Scotland, SD. She is survived by her mother, Grace Longordo of Raritan, NJ; separated husband Douglas Higgins of Scotland, SD; son Chuck Wry of Scotland, SD; sisters Patricia Longordo of Rahway, NJ and Bobbie Denlinger of Manchester, NJ; and brother Anthony Longordo of Raritan, NJ.
She passed away on January 8, 2015 at the Scotland Good Samaritan after a short battle with cancer.
A memorial service will be held for Grace Jennie Wry at 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 29219 431st Ave., Menno. The church is 6 miles south of Menno and must be approached from the north due to the bridge being closed. A lunch will follow in the fellowship room for family and friends.
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HARTINGTON, Neb. — Authorities are working to identify the remains found in a burned vehicle on a northern Cedar County, Neb., road.
“Dental records are being reviewed and DNA tests are being conducted to positively identify the remains,” said Cedar County Sheriff Larry Koranda.
The Cedar County Sheriff’s office received a report about 4 p.m. Wednesday of a burned vehicle found in a ditch, Koranda said.
The reported site was a minimum-maintenance dirt road about five miles south of Yankton and then about 3 1/2 miles east of U.S. Highway 81, he said.
The remains and wreckage were found along a county dirt road near Menominee, Neb., Koranda said. “Upon arrival, officers found a badly-burned vehicle containing the remains of one occupant,” he said. “The vehicle had been there sometime after the afternoon of Monday, Feb. 23.”
The car apparently went into the ditch, hit a tree and burst into flames, the sheriff said. The incident appeared to involve just the one vehicle, he said.
Authorities are estimating the accident occurred about 24 to 48 hours before the wreckage was discovered, Koranda said. A reporting party had last passed the site Monday and then discovered the accident Wednesday while checking cattle, he said.
The remains inside the vehicle were badly burned and have been sent for autopsy, Koranda said. No positive identification had been made as of Friday, he said.
No foul play is suspected in the death, the sheriff said.
The Cedar County Sheriff’s Office is continuing the investigation with assistance from the Nebraska State Patrol, Koranda said.
Anyone with information of a missing person is asked to contact the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office at (402) 254-6884.
Source: Yankton (South Dakota) Press & Dakotan ~ February 27, 2009
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HARTINGTON, Neb. — Authorities have identified a Scotland woman as the person discovered in a burned vehicle on a northern Cedar County, Neb., road in late February.
Twenty-five-year-old Grace. J. Wry was determined as the unidentified person in the motor vehicle accident, according to Cedar County Sheriff Larry Koranda.
The sheriff released the identity late Thursday afternoon.
Wry’s remains were found at the accident site, located on a northern Cedar County, Neb., road. The site was east of the 559/895 road intersection.
At approximately 4 p.m. Feb. 25, the Cedar County sheriff’s office received a report of a burned vehicle on a minimum-maintenance road approximately 5 miles south and 3.5 miles east of Yankton. The site is a rural area in the St. Helena-Menominee area, he said.
Upon arrival, officers found a badly burned vehicle containing the remains of one occupant. The investigation at the scene determined that the car was involved in a motor vehicle accident.
DNA later identified the remains as those of Wry, Koranda said. The sheriff had previously said that dental records were also used to help identify the person.
At the time of the accident, Koranda said time had passed before the accident and body were discovered.
“The vehicle had been there sometime after the afternoon of Monday, Feb. 23,” he said in an interview at the time with the Press & Dakotan.
The car apparently went into the ditch, hit a tree and burst into flames, the sheriff said. The incident appeared to involve just the one vehicle, he said.
Authorities are estimating the accident occurred about 24 to 48 hours before the wreckage was discovered, Koranda told the Press & Dakotan.
A reporting party had last passed the site the previous Monday and then discovered the accident the following Wednesday while checking cattle, the sheriff said.
The remains inside the vehicle were badly burned and were sent for autopsy, Koranda said.
The investigation was conducted by the Cedar County sheriff’s office and the Nebraska State Patrol.
Source: Yankton (South Dakota) Press & Dakotan ~ April 10, 2009
Funeral services for Henry Weidenbach of Scotland will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, November 12 at the United Church of Christ in Scotland with Rev. Ron Shifley officiating. Organist is Sharon Orth and soloist is Linda Kronaizl. Interment will follow in Rosehill Cemetery, Scotland. Honorary casketbearers are members of the Rotary Club of Scotland. Active casketbearers are Zach Rada, Adam Rada, James Streyle, Seth Weidenbach, Brian Hoffman, and Jerrad Van’t Hul.
Henry Emil Weidenbach was born Sunday, June 10, 1923 at Olivet, South Dakota to Emil and Emma (Gall) Weidenbach. He graduated from the 8th grade on June 1, 1938. Henry was united in marriage to Gladys Baltzer on August 14, 1949 at the First Congregational Church in Kaylor. Together they made their home on the family farm near Olivet in Hutchinson County where Henry diligently farmed the land until his retirement and subsequent move to Scotland. He loved sports, but was especially devoted to cheering on Scotland teams. On June 25, 2006, Henry was named Scotland Sports Day Honoree in grateful recognition for his many years of outstanding service and dedication to Scotland baseball. He was a member of the Rotary Club of Scotland for over 20 years and on June 12, 2013, was once again acknowledged with an honorary membership. He also served his community as a member of church, school, township, and telephone boards.
Henry died on Friday, November 8, 2013 at the Good Samaritan Society of Scotland at the age of 90 years.
Henry is survived by his wife, Gladys, of Scotland; one daughter, Janice Kay (Robert) Rada of Scotland; two sons: Jay Lynn (June) Weidenbach of Scotland and Joel Alan (Rebecca) Weidenbach of Canistota; ten grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Johanna Petersen of Plymouth, Minnesota; and three brothers-in-law.
Henry was preceded in death by his parents, Emil and Emma Weidenbach, his stepmother, eight sisters, two infant brothers and one infant grandson.
A memorial Mass for William E. Wurtz, 89, of Tyndall will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 2, 2009, at St. Leo Catholic Church in Tyndall with Fr. Gerald Thury as Celebrant. Organist is Marcene Kniffen, with hymns by St. Leo Choir and congregation. Inurnment will follow in St. Leo Cemetery, Tyndall, with military graveside rites by Pike-Wagner American Legion Post # 2 and Simek-Ptak V.F.W. Post # 6895. Honorary urnbearers are Craig Wilson, Matt Wurtz, Leonard Hajek, Jerry Miller, Don Stewart and Al Vacknitz. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, at the Goglin Funeral Home in Tyndall, with family present to greet visitors from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
William Edward Wurtz was born on Wednesday, March 17, 1920, on a farm near Tabor to John J. and Mary (Kudrna) Wurtz. He attended Breezy Hill School and then Pleasant Ridge School when the family moved just south of Tyndall. Bill farmed with his parents until he joined the Army in 1942, and he was stationed at Camp Barkley, Texas. In July of 1943, Loretta Blaha traveled by train to Sweetwater, Texas, where they were married. He was sent to England to fight in WWII and landed at Utah Beach on June 7, 1944, for the D-Day Invasion. From there, Bill went to Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Czechoslovakia with the 90th Division 344th C Battery FA (Artillery). Bill became lifelong friends with his comrades, known as “The Tough Hombres.” He missed the end of the war celebrations because of an eye injury, and was awarded the Purple Heart and a Bronze Star for his service. Following his discharge in 1945, he returned to Tyndall where he worked at the Farm Bureau, Base Hardware and Tyndall Auto until he began farming with his brother, John. Bill was a Deputy Sheriff in Bon Homme County from 1968 to 1975. He enjoyed playing pinochle until his eyesight deteriorated, and always loved dancing to and listening to polka music. He felt so fortunate to live in a community like Tyndall where friends and neighbors watch out for each other. Bill passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2009, at the Good Samaritan Society of Tyndall at the age of 89 years, 6 months and 6 days.
Bill’s memory will be cherished by his two children: son Jerry Wurtz of Des Moines, Iowa and daughter Beverly (Ray) Wilson of Denver, Colorado; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were his wife, Loretta, in November of 2001, his parents, John J. and Mary Wurtz, two brothers, John and Fred, and two sisters, Gladys Rehurek and Tillie Hakl.
Henry Williams was born August 13, 1898 in Bon Homme County, near Tyndall. His parents were Thomas and Ollie (Hill) Williams. He married Theresa Schuurmans on May 5, 1927 at Mitchell, S.D. He served for seven years as a Park Ranger in Glacier National Park. They then moved to the Tyndall Community where they farmed the remainder of their active lives. He was a member of Bon Homme Lodge #101, A.F. & A.M. He died Tuesday, January 3, 1984 at the York General Hospital in York, Nebraska at the age of 85 years.
Surviving is one son, Norman, York, Nebraska; three grandchildren, Mark, Beth and Jennifer, one sister, Maude, Mrs. Sam Schuurmans, Tyndall.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife in August of 1983 and a daughter-in-law.
Masonic grave-side rites will be conducted by the Bon Homme Lodge #101, A.F. & A.M.
Karter Cade Allen Wise, son of Charish Wise, Tyndall, was stillborn Monday (Jan. 19, 2004) at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton.
Graveside services were held Wednesday at the Tyndall Cemetery with the Rev. Phil Lint officiating. Pallbearers were Waylon Wise and Charlie Feahnrich. Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home, Springfield, was in charge of arrangements.
Karter is survived by his mother, Charish Wise, one sister, Paige Wise and grandmother, Lisa Lunning, all of Tyndall; two uncles: Andy Ames and Waylon Wise; and one aunt, Britany Wise.
Justin M. Winckler, 19, Sioux Falls, died Friday (Aug. 2, 2002) at the Sioux Valley Hospital, Sioux Falls.
Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Salem Lutheran Church, Parkston, with burial following in the Tyndall Cemetery. Visitation is from 3-8 p.m. today (Monday) at the Clements-Wiese Funeral Home, Parkston.
He was born June 11, 1983, to Karla Winckler and Mark Langley at Tyndall. He attended school in Sioux Falls and had obtained his GED from Killian College, Sioux Falls. He enjoyed listening to music, playing basketball and spending time with friends.
He is survived by his parents: Karla (Mark) Schelske, Parkston, and Mark Langley, Yankton; grandmothers: Carolyn Winckler, Tyndall, and Ruth Langley, Tyndall; grandfather, Dick Langley, Tyndall; step-grandparents, Alton and Alvina Schelske, Parkston; one brother, Jason Winckler, Vermillion; and three sisters: Dana, Sara and Shelby Fathke, Parkston.
He was preceded in death by a grandfather and two sisters.
Viola 'Vi' Williams, 84, of Ojai, California died Monday (April 15, 1991) at her home after a long illness.
Mrs. Williams was born July 23, 1906, in Tyndall, S.D., and was an 11-year Ojai resident, coming from Kallispell, Mont.
She was a homemaker and member of the Ojai Valley Community Church.
Mrs. Williams is survived by sons Don of Ojai and Keith of Santa Ana; daughters Marilyn Jean Meisner of Gainville, Fla., Barbara Ann McMullin of Portland, Ore. and Mary Frances Hof of Tigard, Ore.; brother Duane Curl of Albuquerque, N.M.; sisters Sylvia Vilhauer of Denver, Colo., and Beulah Gunn of Scotland, S.D.; 13 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. today at Clausen Funeral Home in Ojai. Officiating will be the Rev. Don Moore. Donations may be made to the Ojai Valley Community Church.
The funeral for Raymond K. "Ray" Walkes will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in Evangel United Methodist Church in Rochester, with the Rev. Jeff Utecht officiating. Burial will be in Grandview Cemetery in Rochester. Mr. Walkes, 79, of Plainview, a retired farmer, died Wednesday (May 25, 2005) at his home following a lengthy illness with cancer.
Born April 10, 1926, in Avon, S.D., he attended schools in Avon and moved to Rochester in 1943. On Aug. 29, 1952, he married Frances J. Linke in Bassett, Neb., and they farmed east of Rochester until moving to a farm south of Plainview in 1960. He farmed his entire life, retiring in 1992. He was a member of Evangel United Methodist Church and served on the Rochester School Board. He enjoyed the Minnesota Twins, old hymns and politics.
Survivors include his wife; four sons, David (Barbara), Roger (Judy), Jim (Becky) and Robert (Connie), all of Plainview; three daughters, Teresa (Bob) Batzel of Rochester, Judy (Rich) Walania of Eagle Lake, Minn., and LaDonna (Gary) Olson of Apple Valley, Minn.; 15 grandchildren; one great-grandson; two sisters, Dorothy Stocker of Rochester and Donna (David) Mathews of Green Valley, Ariz.; and two brothers, the Rev. Donald (Helen) of Mankato and the Rev. Roland (Verlaine) of Rochester. He was preceded in death by one brother.
Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Ranfranz & Vine Funeral Homes in Rochester and an hour before the service Saturday at the church. Memorials are preferred to the American Cancer Society, the American Diabetes Association, or a charity of the donor's choice. Schleicher Funeral Homes, Plainview Chapel, in Plainview is in charge of arrangements.
Ida Winckler, 86, of Tripp, died Thursday (May 2, 2002) at the Tyndall Good Samaritan Center.
Funeral services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at Frieden's Reformed United Church of Christ, Tripp, with the Rev. Greg Way officiating. Burial is in Frieden's Reformed United Church of Christ Cemetery, Tripp. Pallbearers are Terry Wootten, Joan Coombs, David Winckler, Paul Winckler, Kim Winckler, Susan Baumberger, Lori Schulte and Lisa VanZee. Visitation is from 3-9 p.m. Sunday at the Petrik-Kelley Memorial Chapel, Tripp, and from 8:30 a.m. until service time Monday at the church.
She was born on Nov. 24, 1915, to Jacob and Fredericka (Kaul) Stoebner in Bon Homme County. She was confirmed on June 22, 1930, by Rev. Krieger. On Dec. 17, 1935, she married Phillip Winckler. They farmed 12 miles northwest of Tyndall until moving into Tyndall in 1986.
She enjoyed working on her scrap books and researching her family tree.
She is survived by her husband, Phillip, Tyndall; three children: Alton (Delores) Winckler, Avon; Goldie Winckler, Tyndall, and Rosaline (Richard) Wootton, Yankton; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Edna Herr, Tripp.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her son and one brother.
Funeral services for Alton E. Winckler of Avon will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 28 at Frieden’s Reformed Church in Tripp, officiated by Rev. Greg Way and Rev. Travis Winckler. Organist will be Ruby Dewald. Interment will follow in Frieden’s Cemetery. Casketbearers are Darren Hakl, Douglas Hakl, Ethan Schulte, Andrew Van Zee, Travis Winckler, Don Woehl and Terry Wootten.
Alton Edgar Winckler was born January 14, 1937 near Avon, South Dakota to Philip and Ida (Stoebner) Winckler. He was baptized May 6, 1937 at Neuburg Congregational Church and confirmed June 11, 1950 by Rev. R.W. Rieger, also at the Neuburg Congregational Church. He attended Dewald Country School near Avon through the 8th grade. He served with the South Dakota National Guard. Alton was united in marriage to Delores Delzer on January 13, 1961 at the Congregational Church in Kaylor. He was a member of Frieden’s Reformed Church, where he served on the Consistory, the Foundation, and as Treasurer. Alton passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2011, having attained the age of 74 years.
Alton’s memory will be cherished by his wife, Delores, of Avon; six children: Kimberly Winckler of Sioux Falls, Lori (Nick) Schulte of Sioux Falls, Lisa (Kevin) Van Zee of Hayti, Susan (Dean) Baumberger of Colton, David Winckler of Avon, and Paul (Laura) Winckler of St. Louis, Missouri; thirteen grandchildren: Travis (Emily) Winckler, Ethan and Austin Schulte, Andrew (Katy) and Ashley Van Zee, Callie, Evan, Aden, Josie and Jaxon Baumberger, and Benjamin, Emily, and Caleb Winckler; and two sisters: Goldie Winckler of Tyndall and Rosaline (Richard) Wootton of Yankton.
In addition to his parents, Philip and Ida Winckler, Alton was preceded in death by an infant brother, Melvin.
Funeral Service for Philip Winckler will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 13, 2007, at Frieden's Reformed Church, Tripp, South Dakota, with the Rev. Greg Way officiating. Music will be provided by organist Ruby Dewald and soloist Lennis Mehlhaff. Casketbearers are David Winckler, Paul Winckler, Dean Baumberger, Nick Schulte, Paul Roth and Andrew VanZee. Interment is in Frieden's Reformed Cemetery, Tripp, South Dakota.
Philip Winckler was born on Monday, February 22, 1909, in Bon Homme County to Peter F. and Magdaline (Frey) Winckler. He was baptized (May 31, 1909) and confirmed (June 29, 1924) in the Congregational Church in Tyndall by the Rev. John Sattler. Philip was united in marriage to Ida Stoebner on December 17, 1935. They farmed 12 miles northwest of Tyndall where they raised cattle and pigs and grew corn and oats using Philip's beloved John Deere implements. Over the years, he did all his own remodeling on their farm home. In 1986, they moved to Tyndall with their daughter, Goldie, but Philip continued to farm with his son, Alton, until 1990. Philip loved to visit with his friends and will be remembered for his warm smile and good humor.
He died peacefully on Wednesday, October 10, 2007, at the Tyndall Good Samaritan Center at the age of 98 years, 7 months and 18 days.
Philip's memory will be cherished by his three children: Alton (Delores) Winckler of rural Tyndall, Goldie Winckler of Tyndall, and Rosaline (Richard) Wootton of Yankton; eight grandchildren: Kim Winckler, Lori Schulte, Lisa VanZee, Susan Baumberger, David Winckler, Paul Winckler, Terry Wootton and Joan Coombs; 16 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ida on May 2, 2002; his son, Melvin in 1939; parents, Peter and Magdaline; brothers: Edward and August; sisters: Johanna, Katherine, Bertha and Christine; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Charles Welfl, 83, will be 10:30 am Thursday at the United Methodist Church with the Rev. Gary Wolfer officiating. Friends may call Wednesday afternoon and evening at the Petrik Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Czech National Cemetery with military rites by Pike-Wagner American Legion Post.
Mr. Welfl was born Jan. 18, 1891 at Tyndall to Mr. and Mrs. John Welfl and died May 14, 1974 at the local hospital He served in World War I and was a member of the American Legion.
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Elsie Wood, Tyndall, and two brothers, James, Tabor, and William, Yankton.
He was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.
Dorothy M. Walloch, 70, Yankton, died Saturday (Sept. 21, 2002) at Avera McKennan Hospital, Sioux Falls.
Funeral services are at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Ray, Cantrell and Wintz Funeral Home, Yankton, with the Monsignor Carlton Hermann officiating. Burial is in the Czech National Cemetery, Tyndall. Pallbearers are Joe Cap, Dennis Heisinger, Kent Hirsch, Kenny Kuchta, Ken Novak and Ron Pavel. Visitation is 1-9 p.m. today (Tuesday), with a rosary and Scripture service at 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
She was born March 4, 1932, at Wagner to James and Albina (Stluka) Crha. She grew up and attended rural schools in the Wagner community until moving with her parents to Clear Lake for four years, where she attended rural schools. They then moved to Avon, where she graduated from Avon High School. She attended Southern Normal School at Springfield. She then taught school in Charles Mix County and later worked at Miller's Five and Dime Store in Wagner for 2 1/2 years. On Aug. 25, 1954, she married Arnold Walloch at Wagner. They farmed near Tabor. She moved to Yankton in 1980.
Survivors include her daughter, Beverly (Steve) Ryken, Tabor; a granddaughter; her mother, Albina Crha, Tyndall; a brother, Tom Crha, Cottage Grove, Ore.; a sister, Yvonne Adam, Yankton; one nephew and two nieces.
She was preceded in death by her father.
Frank A. Walloch, age 92, of Yankton, passed away Friday, May 10, 2002, at Avera Yankton Care Center, Yankton.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 13, 2002, at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, Tabor with the Rev. William Osborn officiating. Burial will be in the St. Wenceslaus Cemetery, Tabor. Pallbearers will be Donald Walloch, Justin Walloch, Nicholas Walloch, Patrick Frady, Wilmer Kuehler and Aaron Kuehler. Visitations will be 1-9 p.m. Sunday, May 12, 2002, at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, Tabor with a wake service at 7:30 p.m. immediately followed by a rosary. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church.
He was born Nov. 10, 1909, in rural Lesterville, S.D. to Frank J. and Otillie (Vaith) Walloch. He attended country school at Cedar Grove, school at St. Wenceslaus, Lesterville; and Columbus College, Sioux Falls. He married Agnes Sudrla in Tabor, S.D. in August of 1933. He attended St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, Tabor and was very active in the Catholic Sokol. He was a member of the Catholic Workman and the Czech Heritage.
He is survived by four children: James J. (Mary) Walloch, Lesterville, S.D.; Marie Seling, Bremerton, Wash.; Florence A. Walloch, Crofton, Neb.; and Donald (Sandra) Walloch, Fayetteville, Ga.; one sister, Elizabeth Wagner, Tabor, S.D.; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one step-great-great-grandson; and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Agnes.
Funeral services for Esther Weisser, 93, of Tripp will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 1 at the Goglin Funeral Home in Tripp with Rev. Greg Way officiating. Interment will follow in Frieden’s Reformed Cemetery, Tripp. There will be one hour of visitation prior to the service at the funeral home.
Esther Weisser was born Sunday, November 23, 1919 in Bon Homme County near Tyndall to Christian and Christina (Hieb) Kaul. She attended the Smith Country School through the 8th grade. Along with her sister Ruth, Esther worked in Kadoka, South Dakota for two years as a waitress. Esther was united in marriage to Albert Weisser on December 23, 1943 at Scotland, South Dakota. They farmed near Kaylor for 11 years, later moving to a farm south of Delmont. Albert died suddenly in 1966 and Esther moved to Delmont. Two years later, the nursing home in Tripp was being built and Esther moved to Tripp to begin working at the Good Samaritan Home. She worked in the laundry department for 17 years. Esther was a member of Frieden’s Reformed Church in Tripp. She was an avid reader and enjoyed quilting and embroidery and had enjoyed gardening during her time on the farm. Esther passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2013 at the Good Samaritan Society of Tripp, having achieved the age of 93 years, 9 months and 6 days.
Esther is survived by three children: Pauline (Dennis) Brandt of Scotland, Roger (Jeanette) Weisser of Cheyenne, Wyoming and Ione (Pete) Petersen of Rapid City. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and a brother, Herman Kaul of Tyndall.
Esther was preceded in death by her husband, Albert, her parents, Christian and Christina Kaul, three brothers and four sisters.
Cheryl T. Westbrook, born June 13, 1977, went to be with her Jesus on Saturday, May 18th, 2013. She was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan and raised in the Tabor/Yankton, South Dakota area with her mother, sister, and numerous relatives.
Cheryl graduated from Yankton High School and immediately joined the Air Force. During her 18 years of service as a surgical technician, she was stationed in many countries including Germany, Japan, and South Korea as well as air bases in Florida and Nebraska.
Her life was blessed by many friendships made throughout the world. She cherished many things, especially time with her family and friends, but most importantly her two nephews. She had many other loves which included traveling worldwide, windmills, dragonflies, all kinds of artwork, Czech Days, Eeyore, all animals, and her signature color pink.
She is survived by her mother, Dianne Vanecek, sister Angela Vanson (Jim), 2 nephews, Salvator and Dominic, maternal grandparents, Alvin and MaryAnn Vanecek, aunt, Jeannette Hisek (Dennis), uncles Kenneth Vanecek (Ev) and James Vanecek (Wendy), and many cousins. She is also survived by a long time friend, Sylvia Crowe.
Her life was celebrated on May 22 at The Garden of Memories in Tampa, Florida with full military honors. Another celebration of her life will be held at The Opsahl/Kostel Funeral Home in Tabor, South Dakota on July 6 at 1 p.m. The family requests that everyone wear something pink, in celebration of Cheryl’s fun-loving happy spirit.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Attn: Tribute Program, P.O. Box 1000, Nashville, TN, 38148 or by telephone at #1-800-822-6344, Tribute Acct. # 33620243.
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Westbrook’s Years Of Service Recognized By Air Force Clinic
The family of Cheryl Westbrook would like to share an honor given to her by the Orthopedic Clinic at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Fla..
Cheryl grew up and attended school in Tabor, Tyndall, and Yankton. She was tragically killed in a traffic accident on May 18, 2013.
In honor and memory of Cheryl’s great care for her orthopedic patients, the family has been informed that the casting room has been named after Cheryl, and a plaque will be displayed in her memory. On what would have been Cheryl’s 36th birthday, her mother, Dianne Vanecek and her co-workers celebrated Cheryl’s life with a dedication ceremony on June 13, 2013.
To understand Cheryl a bit better, the family is also sharing what Colonel Decker of the US Air Force said about Cheryl at her military funeral held in Tampa in May. This reflects her attitude toward her work and her patients. (Thank you to everyone who helped mold her into this wonderful person!)
“As Maya de Angelou once said, “If you find it in your heart to care for somebody else, you will have succeeded.” In that case, SSgt Westbrook, Cheryl, was a very successful person. I met Cheryl about a year ago when I arrived at MacDill. As the commander, I had the opportunity to go around and meet all the members of the squadron. When I walked through the Orthopedic Clinic I was struck by the cubicle in the corner. It was completely covered with photos with a pink ceramic pig sitting on top. That display speaks volumes about Cheryl’s personality. There was no doubt that family and friends meant everything to her. As members of the military we frequently move around and it’s our family and friends that provide our stability.
“Cheryl joined the Air Force when she was just 17 and dedicated her whole adult life to serving her country. The Air Force gave her the opportunity to travel and literally to see the world. Her first assignment after tech school was at Eglin AFB right here in Florida. She used that assignment to really learn her craft. Then she got her first experience overseas in Germany. She worked at Landstuhl when it was a sleepy little hospital up on a hill and saw it transform to a bustling trauma hospital after 9/11.
“Her next assignment was Yokota AB in Japan. Here she was described as ‘diligent,’ ‘superior’ and a ‘superior training NCO.’ I started to notice a trend. She loved to teach and she loved to learn. From Japan she came back to the states and landed in Omaha at Offutt AFB. She continued to train other surgical techs and earned the opportunity to specialize and attend the Orthopaedic Course. She really excelled in this area and earned the Distinguished Graduate Award. Fulfilling her passion to travel, she was stationed in Korea. She was routinely praised by patients and was noted for her sharp clinical skills.
“That brought her to her assignment here at MacDill. She continued to do what she loved...to take care of patients. Her friends told me she would get almost giddy the night before going to the operating room. I noticed the pride she had in her work when she gave me a tour of central sterile supply. There wasn’t a question I had that she couldn’t answer.
“During her time at MacDill, Cheryl continued to excel at taking care of patients and training our medical staff. She was responsible for applying over 150 casts and splints. She was so adept at this skill that she was selected to train 29 other medics in this critical wartime skill. She assisted on over 50 complex surgeries and received praise from 3 different surgeons. She was an integral part of the clinic’s platelet enriched plasma program which saves the AF $210,000 a year. And finally, her attention to detail in the central sterile supply department was key to the Medical Group earning an Outstanding during our last Health Services Inspection.
“Cheryl death was very tragic but those that knew her will remember her smile and her spunk. They will remember her Happy Place with her wall of pictures but mostly they will remember her love of her family and friends.
“To close, I want to share some comments from her final assignment at MacDill and make a presentation to her mother and sister.
“During this assignment, Sergeant Westbrook’s outstanding knowledge contributed to the smooth adaptation of three safety protocols, the management of 170 training requirement updates and the revision of 13 clinical instructions aiding in the 6th Medical Group’s three year national accreditation. Her meticulous oversight of a 45,000 dollar supply budget alleviated a backlog and expanded acquisition of therapeutic devices, proving invaluable to safe patient outcomes. Additionally, Sergeant Westbrook’s superb skill in the application of 150 casts and splints led to the 6th Medical Group’s ability to better supply wartime readiness training for 29 medical staff. Finally, Sergeant Westbrook’s innate surgical skills earned praise from three surgeons on 50 complex surgeries and shined during oversight of the clinic’s platelet enriched plasma program saving the 6th Medical Group 210,000 dollars.The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Westbrook in the dedication of her service to her country reflect credit upon herself and the United States Air Force.
“Please accept these in memory of Cheryl’s loyal service to her country.”
At that time another award was given to Dianne Vanecek and Cheryl’s sister, Angela Vanson.
Source: Yankton Press & Dakotan ~ September 17, 2013
Funeral services for Johnny J. “Jack” Wynia, 81 of Dante will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at the First Presbyterian in Avon, with burial in the Pioneer Cemetery, rural Avon. Visitation will be at the church Tuesday from 2 to 7, followed by a prayer service. Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home of Avon is in charge of the arrangements.
Johnny J. “Jack” Wynia, son of Reimer and Marie (Westra) Wynia, was born April 19, 1930 on a farm near Springfield, SD. He died Friday, November 18, 2011 at the Good Samaritan Society in Tyndall, after a brief battle with cancer. Jack attained the age of 81 years.
Jack graduated from Springfield High School in 1948 and priding himself of having perfect attendance all 12 years of his education. He attended Southern State Teachers’ College in Springfield in 1949, where he played football, a sport he loved and excelled in doing.
Jack married Gertrude Weissensel on September 15, 1963. Together they farmed and ranched southwest of Avon. Their marriage was blessed with three daughters and one son. Gert died November 19, 1999. Jack married Helen Welfl on September 20, 2001 and were blessed with over 10 years together.
Jack was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Avon, where he served as Trustee. He also was a board member of the Rouse Country School in rural Dante.
Jack will be remembered for his love of his grandchildren and being able to farm and ranch for 67 years. His passion was his cattle. Jack also enjoyed hunting and fishing. He will long be remembered as a “gentle giant”.
Thankful for having shared his life are his wife, Helen; children: Dorothy (Richard) Dwyer, Harrisburg; Diana (Pat) Pohl, Lansing, MI; Jay (Kari), Dante; and Judy, Vermillion; eight grandkids; 4 great grandkids; step-children: Holly (Jeff) Hurrell, Oakland, NE and Reggie (Alice) Welfl, Kennard, NE; 10 step grandkids; 11 step great grandkids;1 step great-great grandkid; three sisters: Mary Lou Peterson, Springfield; Peggy Zech, Mitchell; and Della (Ed) Stimpson, Wagner; two brothers: Bill (Rose), Sacramento, CA and Dean (Liese) Dante; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Jack was preceded in death by his wife, Gert; parents; infant brother, Junior; and two brothers-in-law: Gene Zech and Harry “Rudy” Peterson.
Gene L. Wynia, 66 of Springfield died Friday, October 16, 2009 at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton.
His funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 21, 2009 at the Emmanuel Reformed Church, Springfield, with burial in the church cemetery, rural Springfield. Visitation will be at the church from 11 a.m. to the time of service on Wednesday. Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of the arrangements.
Gene Lyman Wynia, son of Urban and Viola (Unruh) Wynia, was born May 30, 1943 at Springfield. He died Friday, October 16, 2009 at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, after an illness of several weeks. Gene attained the age of 66 years, four months and 17 days.
Gene attended Springfield Public School and also attended Sunshine Bible Academy near Miller, SD from 1958-59.
Gene enlisted in the SD National Guard in February of 1964. His basic training was at Ft. Leonard Wood, MO, and he later had advanced training at Ft. Polk, LA. Gene served until February 1970, when he was honorably discharged at Springfield.
Gene married Lois Jean Halsey on August 20, 1966.
Gene was in business with his father, first buying and operating the Skelley Station in Springfield and later in a new Kerr-McGee Station built on the same location. After his father’s death in 1985, Gene continued to operate the station until his health began to fail.
Gene and his friends Arnie Juhnke, Bob Roth, Richard Jones and John Hoaglin enjoyed fishing, watching and going to football games and drag racing. He also enjoyed NASCAR racing and socializing with all of his friends and relatives.
Thankful for having shared his life are his special friend Kathy Soesbe, Springfield, and her family: Erica Foss, Brookings; Michael Shea, Watertown; and Brandon Soesbe and Ashley Soesbe, Springfield; three nephews: David Wynia, Omaha, NE; Duane (Tammy) Wynia, Rosemount, MN; and Jim (Renee) Wynia, San Jose, CA; one niece, Jodi (Cletus) Wynia Roth, Omaha, NE; one sister-in-law, Beverly Wynia Hammond, San Jose, CA; one aunt, Velma Ludens, Spearfish; and numerous cousins and friends.
Gene was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers: Gilbert “Gib” and Melvin.
Funeral services for Alvina R. Wynia, 79, of Tyndall, will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 31, 2009, at the Emmanuel Reformed Church in Springfield, with Pastor Dave Reck officiating and John McNeill assisting. Burial will be in the Emanuel Cemetery, rural Springfield. Visitation will be at the Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home in Springfield from 12 noon to 5 p.m., followed by a 7 p.m. prayer service at the church.
Alvina Ruth Wynia, daughter of Arthur and Winnie (Rienstra) Palsma was born December 14, 1929, on a farm near Avon, SD. She passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2009, at Avera St. Michael’s Hospital in Tyndall, SD. Alvina attained the age of 79 years and 14 days.
Alvina grew up in rural Avon and attended Perkins Country School through the eighth grade. She married Donald D. Wynia on June 7, 1950, in Springfield. Three children were born to their union.
Alvina worked as a clerk at the Nick DeJong Grocery Store in Perkins and then at Kibble’s Store in Springfield. She taught music at the Albion Country School and also gave piano lessons.
Alvina was a lifetime member of the Emmanuel Reformed Church in Springfield where she played the piano and organ for 60 years. She was well known for her musical talents. Alvina enjoyed performing within the church, in nursing homes, in Easter cantatas, and for her family. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, God’s Garden Circle, Reformed Church Guild and was very active in the Rural Electric Community. Alvina also participated in Prison Fellowship where she enjoyed Bible Study, music and seminars for 19 years. In her spare time, Alvina raised African Violets, crocheted, gardened, and sewed clothes and quilts.
Grateful for having shared Alvina’s life are her husband of 58 years, Donald of Tyndall; her children: Juanita Jacobsen and husband, Jerry of Mabel, MN; Donna Smith and husband, Hal of Patterson, GA; and Michael and wife, Mitzi of Turton, SD; eight grandchildren: Justin, Jessica and Jared Jacobsen; Brandi, Clinton and Tyler Wynia; and Ian and Katie Smith; two great-grandchildren: Ava and Daylon Jacobsen; her sister, Hilda Los of Delevan, WI; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Alvina was preceded in death by her parents and five brothers: Andrew, David, John, Bert and Allen.
Marie J. Woehl, 77, of Menno, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2013 at the Menno-Olivet Care Center, Menno. Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at Peace Christian Reformed Church, Menno, with Rev. Joseph Brinks officiating. Burial will be in the Rosehill Cemetery, Scotland, at approximately 11:15 a.m., Tuesday morning. Visitations will be from 5-8 p.m., Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the Aisenbrey-Opsahl-Kostel Memorial Chapel, Menno, and then one hour prior to the service at the church.
Marie was born to Otto and Lydia (Oswald) Schaeffer on April 4th 1936. She was baptized and confirmed of her faith at Saron Reformed Church, southeast of Menno. Marie graduated from Menno High School in 1954. She was united in marriage to Raymond Woehl of Scotland on November 20, 1955 at Saron Reformed Church. After being united, they made their home at Marie’s family farm southeast of Menno. There they raised four children: 3 sons and 1 daughter. Marie’s life as a farmer’s wife was many hours; helping in the fields, milking cows, and doing other daily farm chores.
Marie always enjoyed having a big garden and having flowers around the house. Music has always been a part of her life. Marie learned how to play piano and sing songs, especially hymns. One of her favorite singers was Tennessee Ernie Ford. She loved playing with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Beside’s the farm, Marie worked at the Menno-Olivet Care Center, Lariet Cafe, Yesterday’s Cafe, and Verns Beer Garden, where she was known and appreciated as a great cook.
Marie will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.
Marie is survived by her husband, Raymond; children: Randy (Phyllis) Woehl of Menno, Jimmy Woehl of Menno, Johnny (Lori) Woehl of Menno, and Jean (Doug) Zobel of Freeman; 15 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 1 sister; and 2 sisters-in-law.
She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 sisters and 2 brothers-in-law.
James E. Watembach, 68, of Yankton passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013 at the Avera Yankton Care Center, Yankton. Jim died of complications of a stroke in May 2010. Memorial Services will be at 2:30 p.m., Monday, May 13, 2013 at St. Benedict Catholic Church, Yankton with Rev. Ken Lulf officiating. Private family burial will take place. Visitations will begin at 6 p.m., Sunday, May 12, 2013 at the Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton with a 7 p.m. rosary followed by a 7:30 p.m. Scripture service. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church.
James was born May 17, 1944 in Beach, ND to Harry and Delphine (Germann) Watembach in Beach, ND. He married Rose Dosch on October 24, 1964 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Ipswich, SD.
James moved to South Dakota in the summer of 1961 and entered his Senior Year at Ipswich High School, Ipswich, SD. He received an A.A.S. at Southern State College in Springfield in Diesel Technology in 1964 and a BS Degree in Vocational Teacher Education in Diesel Mechanics at USD, Springfield, in 1968. He worked at Lake County International in Madison, SD, John Deere/Baggs and Tamisiea at Yankton as technician and partsman. He moved to Waterloo, IA and taught at Hawkeye Tec Ag Equipment Mechanics and then moved to Springfield, SD to become Assistant Professor of Mechanical Technology at USDS/Springfield or Southern State College. With the oncoming closing of the college at Springfield, he became salesman, then sales manager at Yankton Equipment (formerly Baggs and Tamisiea, Inc.). He was then employed at Gateway in Vermillion as outbound sales associate, Climer Trucking in Hartington, NE and Johnson Feed Trucking in Canton, SD until retirement.
He is survived by his wife, Rose; children: Jarrod (Stacy) Watembach and children, Tyler and Tiffany of Alexandria, SD, Wade (Wendy) Watembach and children, Jake and Scott of Fountain, CO, Monte (Sonja) Watembach and children, Rylan and Braden of Sioux Falls; and sisters: Karen Watembach of Sheridan, WY, Rita (Marlin) Stubbe of Brandon, and Mari Molseed of West Union, IA.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Denise.
Stanley Ray Woods, age 62, of Tabor, SD passed away Friday, April 12, 2013 at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 15, 2013 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Yankton, with Rev. Dave Gunderson and Rev. Steve Weispfennig officiating. Burial will be in the ZCBJ Cemetery, Tabor, SD at approximately 1:15 p.m., Monday afternoon. Visitations will begin at 5:00 p.m. Sunday, at the Opsahl-Kostel Memorial Chapel, Tabor, SD with a Scripture service at 7:00 p.m. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church. Pallbearers will be Ryan Woods, Michael Woods, Josh Vesely, Cory Nettinga, Shane Hovorka, and Gary Sestak.
Stanley (Stan) Ray Woods was born October 4, 1950 in Bloomfield, IA to Avon Eugene and Phyllis (Seiler) Woods. In 1951 the family moved to South Dakota, living briefly in Volin before residing in Vermillion. Stan graduated from Vermillion High School in 1968 and from Southern State College-Springfield with an Associate’s Degree in 1970. Stan met the love of his life in Springfield, Shirley (Ruman), and was married on February 11, 1972 at the Tyndall Methodist Church. They resided Vermillion for the first year of marriage before moving to Tabor, SD in 1973 where they lived for the past 40+ years and raised their two sons, Todd and Trevor.
Stan was an automotive technician his entire life, starting as a small boy with his dad. When Stan & Shirley moved to Tabor he worked for Alfred Souhrada in his gas station and shop. Stan later bought the business and ran it as Stan’s 66. When Tabor’s grocery store closed Stan & Shirley decided the town needed a store so they remodeled the gas station into a small grocery store until they sold the business in 1991. Stan managed the Tabor Coop for several years, worked at Groseth Motor’s becoming a certified automotive technician and later was the shop manager, he then moved to Yankton Motor Company as a technician, and finally ended up back working at the Tabor Coop.
Stan was a mechanic by trade but he truly was a farmer at heart. Stan and Shirley bought a small farm in 1983 outside of Tabor where he raised hogs and cattle while also running the gas station. Stan raised Simmental cattle that his two sons showed at 4-H, winning numerous awards at the county and state level.
Later in life, Stan’s passion was his grandchildren and cherished everyday with them. He loved watching all their activities from sports to music to reading books to them and being showered with kisses and hugs from them.
Stan was preceded in death by his parents, Avon Eugene & Phyllis Woods, his mother and father-in-law Robert and Irene Ruman. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Shirley, sons Todd and wife Joleen, Trevor and his wife Amanda, and grandchildren Savannah, Isiah, Lucas, Olivia, and Alexis. Also survived by his brother Dennis (Dawn) Woods, Aberdeen, SD and sister Cheri Coulson, Vermillion, SD.
Leo H. Wood, 82, of Yankton, passed away Monday, December 27, 2004, at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton.
Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 31, 2004, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Yankton, with Rev. John Fischer officiating. Burial will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Yankton with military graveside rites by Ernest-Bowyer VFW Post 791. Visitation will be 2-9 p.m. Thursday, December 30, 2004, at Kostel Funeral Home, Yankton with a 7:00 p.m. rosary and a 7:30 p.m. Scripture service. Pallbearers will be Ken Becvar, Jeff Dreesen, Leland Wiedmeier, Bruce Ulmer, Steve Fejfar and Charles Lubbers.
Leo was born March 16, 1922, on the family farm in northeast Yankton County to Leo Benjamin and Genevieve (Huber) Wood Sr. The first of four children Leo Jr. attended Lowell School #36 until the family moved to a farm in the Midway area in 1937. He then attended with his sisters Oswald School #56. In April 1945, Leo entered military service. During WWII he served with the 331st Army Engineers, stationed at Ft. Richardson, Anchorage, AK. Leo married Mildred Becvar October 3, 1949 at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church at Tabor, SD. Leo and Mildred made their home on the family farm near Midway.
Leo served on the school board for Oswald #56 for many years until the school was closed consolidating with Irene, SD. Leo was a member of the Mayfield township board for several years until retiring. Leo served on the church council at St. Columba as treasurer for several years. Leo was a member of St. Columba Catholic Church for nearly fifty years until retiring off the farm and moving to Yankton in 1997. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Yankton.
His memory is cherished by his wife Mildred of Yankton; four children Margaret "Peggy" (Gary) Gunderson of Apple Valley, MN, Roger (Teresa) Wood of Sioux Falls, SD, Judy Dreesen (Dan Otteman) of Gayville, SD, and Debbie (Grayson Wayne) Tomlin of Stewartville, MN; 10 grandchildren: Jeff (Stacey) Dreesen, Megan Dreesen, Stacey Wood, Jessica Wood, Ryan Wood, Krista Gunderson, Michelle Gunderson, Emily Tomlin, Jill Tomlin, and Katherine Tomlin. Three sisters Audrey Lubbers of Yankton, SD, Clarine (Harold) Fejfar, of Lesterville, SD, and Marilyn (James) Dangel of Freeman, SD. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother-in-law, Albert Lubbers.
Mildred G. Wood, age 81, of Yankton passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2006, at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 5, 2006, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Yankton with Msgr. Carlton Hermann officiating. Burial will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Yankton. Visitations will be from 2-9 p.m. Thursday, May 4, 2006, at the Kostel Funeral Home, Yankton with a 7:00 p.m. rosary followed by a 7:30 p.m. Scripture service. Pallbearers will be Ken Becvar, Leland Wiedmeier, Bruce Ulmer, Jeff Dreesen, Steve Fejfar and Charles Lubbers. Honorary pallbearers will be Barb Healy, Glenna Anderson, Elaine Strunk, Dorothy Nielson, Nadean Auch, Clara Mae Wiedmeier, Maxine Brochmueller, Virginia Cuka, Delores Hauger, Glennys Larsen and all past members of the Up & Go Club.
Mildred was born April 22, 1925, to Mathias and Theresa (Kortan) Becvar on the family farm near Tabor, SD. The third of six children, she attended and graduated from Byrne School District #62 in 1945. After attending Communications College in Minneapolis, MN, Mildred began working for Pacific Airlines in Washington, DC in the Communications Center for one year. She married Leo H. Wood, Jr. on October 3, 1949, at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, Tabor, SD. Leo and Mildred made their home on the family farm near Midway. Mildred was a member of St. Columba Catholic Church where she taught catechism for many years and was a member of the Mayfield Altar Society. After retiring from farming for nearly 50 years they moved to Yankton in 1997 where they became members of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She was a member of the Yankton Senior Citizens Center, and the Up & Go Club.
Her memory is cherished by four children: Margaret "Peggy" (Gary) Gunderson of Apple Valley, MN, Roger (Teresa) Wood of Sioux Falls, SD, Judy Dreesen (Dan Otteman) of Gayville, SD, and Debbie (Grayson Wayne) Tomlin of Stewartville, MN; 10 grandchildren: Krista Gunderson, Michelle Gunderson, Stacey Wood, Jessica Wood, Ryan Wood, Jeff (Stacey) Dreesen, Megan Dreesen, Emily Tomlin, Jill Tomlin, and Katherine Tomlin; three brothers: Laddie (Leona) Becvar of Tyndall, SD, John (Marian) Becvar of Yankton, SD, and Lawrence (Karen) Becvar of North Platte, NE; two sisters-in-law Helen Becvar and Mildred Herman both of Tyndall, SD and close friend, Leonard Tacke of Yankton, SD.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leo in 2004; and two brothers: Daniel in 2000 and Andrew in 1972.
Arnold J. Walloch, age 76, of Yankton, died Sunday, October 16, 2005 at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, October 19, 2005, at Wintz & Ray Funeral Home, Yankton with the Reverend Ken Bain officiating. Burial will be in the Garden of Memories Cemetery, Yankton with military honors provided by Ernest-Bowyer VFW Post No. 791. Visitation will be 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Wintz & Ray Funeral Home with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. Pallbearers are David Walloch, Bob Walloch, Dan Kubal, Bob Pechous, Juan Pavel, and Phillip Bennett. Honorary pallbearers are Dennis Walloch, Justin Schenkel, David Schenkel, Jose Rodriguez, Doug Ryken, Kathy Sayler, Laurie Becvar, Judy Dangel, Nancy Pechous and Charlene Bennett.
Arnold was born September 13, 1929, in Tabor, South Dakota to Joseph and Clara (Kolda) Walloch. He grew up on the family farm north of Tabor and was the oldest of four children. He attended country school in Tabor area. After school, he worked on the family farm and fed cattle. From 1952 to 1954, he served in the United States Army in Germany. He married Dorothy Crha on August 25, 1954, and to this union one daughter, Beverly was born. On August 17, 1981, he married Bonny Linville in Las Vegas, Nevada. In 1992, they retired to a new home on the river bluffs west of Yankton. After farming he started his own gravel business close to the family farm outside of Tabor. He loved to travel including trips all over the southern United States, Alaska, Hawaii, and several trips to Europe. He was a member of the Ernest-Bowyer VFW Post No. 791 in Yankton and was a very successful farmer and cattle feeder.
Survivors include his wife, Bonny; one daughter, Beverly (Steve) Ryken of Tabor; one granddaughter, Melissa Ryken of Yankton; one sister Gladys (Mike) Kubal of Lesterville, South Dakota; one brother-in-law, Don Pavel of Lesterville; one sister-in-law, Mildred Walloch of Tabor; many nieces and nephews; and numerous friends and family.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Clarence; and one sister, Lorraine Pavel.
Loretta Marie Wurtz, 79, Tyndall, died Tuesday (Nov. 27, 2001) at St. Michael's Hospital, Tyndall.
Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Friday, at St. Leo's Catholic Church Tyndall, with the Rev. John Rasmussen officiating. Burial will be in St. Leo's Catholic Cemetery, Tyndall. Pallbearers are Elmer Svanda, Lumir Ruman, Gerry Miller, Robert Hajek, Larry Svanda and Ernie Bures. There will be a 7:30 p.m. rosary today (Thursday) at the church.
She was born July 15, 1922, at Lake Andes to Joseph and Hattie (Martinec) Blaha. She married William Wurtz on July 24, 1943, at Camp Barkley, Texas. She held several jobs in the Tyndall area. She was a clerk at the Tyndall Variety Store, cooked at the Bon Homme School and was the Food Stamp Cashier in Bon Homme County for several years.
She was a member of St. Leo's Altar Society, the Tyndall VFW Auxiliary and Catholic Foresters.
She volunteered as a hairdresser for the Tyndall Good Samaritan Center. She also loved cooking and baking and having coffee with her many friends.
She is survived by her husband, William Wurtz, Tyndall; one son, Gerald (Kate) Wurtz, Des Moines, Iowa; one daughter, Beverly (Ray) Wilson, Centennial, Colo.; four grandchildren; one sister, Delores, Truth or Consequences, N.M.
She was preceded in death by her parents, four sisters and two brothers.
Ruben Benjamin Weidenbach, 98, Scotland, died Friday (July 27, 2001) at the Landmann-Jungman Memorial Hospital, Scotland.
Funeral services are at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, at the United Church of Christ, Scotland, with the Rev. Stephen Holmes officiating. Interment will be in the Rosehill Cemetery, Scotland. Pallbearers will be John Hauck, Matt Hauck, Kenneth Weidenbach, Glennis Stern, Donald Hauck and Filmore Mutchelknaus.
He was born Nov. 27, 1902, in Bon Homme County near Lesterville, to Christian and Sophia (Diederich) Weidenbach. He married Lillian Stern on Oct. 11, 1927, at rural Scotland. She died on Dec. 29, 1938.
He married Mary Hauck on Aug. 20, 1940, at Menno. He farmed nine miles southeast of Scotland.
He was a member of the Scotland United Church of Christ. He was also a trustee for the St. Petersburg Church for several years.
He is survived by his wife, Mary, Scotland; one daughter, Wilma (Ray) Hauck, Tyndall; daughter-in-law, Esther Weidenbach, Scotland; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and one sister, Johanna Mutchelknaus, Yankton.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, one daughter in infancy, a son, his parents, four brothers and eight sisters.
Mary Weidenbach, 97, Scotland, died Wednesday (Sept. 3, 2003) at the Scotland Good Samaritan Center.
Funeral service is 1:30 p.m. today (Saturday) at the United Church of Christ, Scotland, with the Rev. Del Neumeister officiating. Burial is in the Rosehill Cemetery, Scotland. Pallbearers are Kenneth Weidenbach, John Hauck, Anthony Zimmerman, Matthew Hauck, Filmore Mutschelknaus and Donald Hauck. Visitation is from 11:30 a.m. today until time of service at the church. The Goglin-Kelley Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
She was born March 31, 1906, at Tyndall, to John and Christina (Schaeffer) Hauck. She married Ruben Benjamin Weidenbach Aug. 20, 1940, at Menno. They farmed nine miles southeast of Scotland for 20 years. Her husband died July 27, 2001.
She was a member of the United Church of Christ, Scotland, and a volunteer at the Scotland Good Samaritan Center.
She will be remembered for her love of gardening and craftwork. She was an avid reader, often reading until she fell asleep at night.
She is survived by her daughter, Wilma (Ray) Hauck, Tyndall; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one daughter-in-law, Esther Weidenbach, Scotland; and one sister, Elsie Lehr, Tripp.
She was preceded in death by her husband, one son, her parents, two sisters and three brothers.
Zelma Walkling, 93, Avon, died Thursday (May 17, 2001) at St. Michael's Hospital, Tyndall.
Funeral services are at 1:30 p.m. today (Monday) at the Zion Lutheran Church, Avon. Burial will be at the Pioneer Cemetery, rural Avon. Visitations are at 9 a.m. to noon today (Monday) at the Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Chapel, Avon.
She was born Feb. 29, 1908, at Drake, N.D., to Alfred and Clara (Johnson) Boyles. She moved to Tyndall with her family where she attended country school. She graduated from Tyndall High School and went to Southern Normal in Springfield for one year. She then taught at the Hornstra School for one year. She married Herbert Walkling on March 1, 1931, at Perkins. Together they farmed until retirement and moved to the Meadow View Manor in Avon in 1983. Her husband died Nov. 8, 1983. When her health started failing she was at St. Michael's Nursing Home and then moved to the Good Samaritan Center where she lived until her death.
She was confirmed at the Perkins Bethlehem Lutheran Church. When the church closed, she then attended the Lutheran Church, Springfield. She belonged to an extension club and LWML. She attended Zion Lutheran Church, Avon.
She will be remembered for her love of helping others, gardening, embroidering and tying quilts.
She is survived by her daughter, Helen (Dennis) Spohr, Avon; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; step-great-grandchildren; two sisters: Irma Thompson, Crystal Lake, Ill.; and Violet Vilhauer, Racine, Wisc.; and several nieces, nephews and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, one sister and one brother.
Emma Wheelhouse, age 88, of Yankton, passed away late Tuesday evening, Feb. 4, 2003, at Avera Sister James Care Center, Yankton.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 10, 2003, at St. John's Lutheran Church, Yankton, with the Rev. David Gunderson officiating. Burial will be in the Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Avon, at approximately 11:30 a.m. Monday morning. Pallbearers will be James Cary, Chad Cary, Dave Brandt, Steve Dykstra, Tom Brandt, Leroy Kieystermier, Dave Wright and Keith Dykstra. Visitations will be 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday, at the Kostel Funeral Home, Yankton, with a Scripture service at 7 p.m. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church.
Emma Amelia Wheelhouse was born Dec. 25, 1914, to Angelus and Lydia (Hahn) Brandt of rural Avon, S.D. Emma was baptized on Feb. 7, 1915, and confirmed on Oct. 13, 1929, in the Zion Lutheran Church in Avon, S.D.
She graduated from Avon Elementary upon completion of the eighth grade. In 1972, she received her G.E.D. diploma. As a young lady she enjoyed cooking, so she worked in the Chocolate Shop in Sioux Falls, S.D. She married Harm Wheelhouse on Sept. 10, 1947. One daughter, Donna, was born while they lived in Parker, S.D. In 1955, Harm died and shortly after his death Emma moved back to Avon, S.D. In 1968, Emma and Donna moved to Yankton and Emma worked at Sacred Heart Hospital in the housekeeping department. After retirement, Emma would volunteer to feed residents at Sister James Nursing Home. She enjoyed crafts, crocheting, tatting, flowers, playing cards, bingo and attending activities at the Senior Citizens Center. She attended St. John's Lutheran Church where she enjoyed working at the Soup Kitchens and Ice Cream Socials with her friend Agnes Wright. In 1999, she became a resident of the Sister James Care Center (Majestic Bluffs). She will be remembered for her sense of humor and love for her family.
Thankful for sharing in her life are: daughter, Donna of Sioux Falls, S.D.; brothers and sisters: Rudy Brandt of Bowling Green, Ky.; Leatta Spomer of Egan, Minn.; Ervin Brandt of Dunkirk, Md.; Elsie Gehring of Sioux Falls, S.D.; Leona Moerer of New Brighton, Minn.; Arlene Dykstra of Avon, S.D.; Jim Brandt of St. Charles, Mo.; three grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four brothers (including two infants) and one sister.
Memorials are directed to: SD Right to Life; P.O. Box 1032; Pierre, SD 57501 or St. John's Lutheran Church Building Fund; 1009 Jackson Street; Yankton, SD 57078.
Darlene Mae Winckler, age 69 of Yankton passed away Sunday, Dec. 29, 2002, at Avera Yankton Care Center, Yankton.
Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, 2003, at Riverview Park Reformed Church, Yankton, with Rev. Rodney Veldhuisen officiating. Burial will be in the Garden of Memories. Pallbearers will be Scott Schmidt, Keith Schmidt, Bryce Varilek, Derek Varilek, Ken Winckler and Barry Hollman. Visitations will be from 1-9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2003, at the Kostel Funeral Home, Yankton, with a 7 p.m. prayer service with the family present from 7-9 p.m. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church.
Darlene M. Winckler was born on June 20, 1933, to Herman and Mae (Cisar) Hollman in Scotland, S.D. On Aug. 22, 1955, she married Arthur O. Winckler and resided in Yankton. She taught in the rural school system in Bon Homme County in her early teaching career and taught many years in the Yankton Public School System centered at Beadle Elementary School for 34 years. She also taught and worked as a diagnostician for the special education Title Program. She graduated from Southern State Teachers College in Springfield in 1958 receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Education in 1965. She earned a Master of Arts degree at the University of South Dakota in 1979. She also attended special classes and workshops at Mount Marty, Yankton College, Bemidji, Minnesota and Concordia College in Moorhead, Minn. While attending Concordia College, she attended summer workshops and for one summer co-taught a session of the Reading and Language Workshop.
She was a member of the Yankton Education Association, South Dakota Education Association, National Education Association, South Dakota Retired Teachers, Delta Kappa Gamma and the VFW Auxiliary. Among her love for teaching, she was an artist, a seamstress, an upholsterer, shared her calligraphy talents as well as working on genealogy. Her soft-spoken concern for others will be missed by her family and friends.
Her memory will be cherished by her husband, Arthur O. Winckler of Yankton; a son, Mark A Winckler and his wife Deb of Yankton; four sisters: Betty Frank of Castro Valley, Calif.; Rosalie Hansen of Yankton; Clarita Varilek of Yankton; and Hope Price of Ansley, Neb.; two step-granddaughters: Alisa Rauscher and Odessa Wade, and one great-granddaughter, Stacia K. Sherman.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Mae Hollman; a brother, Robert Hollman; and a sister, Shirley Schmidt.
Vincent E. Wright, 47 of Wagner died Thursday, December 6, 2012. His memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 12, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Wagner, with inurnment in the parish cemetery. Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home of Wagner is in charge of the arrangements.
Vincent Edward Wright, son of George Wright and Marilyn (Wampol) Wright, was born December 27, 1964 at Gettysburg. He died Thursday, December 6, in a fire at the Downtown Hotel in St. Charles, MN. Vince attained the age of 47 years, ten months and ten days.
Vince attended Webster Grade and Middle School in Yankton and Yankton High School through his sophomore year. He earned his GED while working for the SD Job Corp in Nemo in 1982.
Vince worked as a cook in Nemo. He joined the US Navy in 1983 and served for three years. While in the Navy, he had one of the three highest scores in intelligence. After his time in the Navy, Vince worked as a security guard in Boston, MA. He also spent over eight years traveling throughout the U.S. and overseas. Vince helped his Mother care for his Grandpa Wampol for eleven years.
Vince loved the Minnesota Twins, Timberwolves, Vikings and Nebraska Huskers. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing basketball and softball. Vince enjoyed fishing and driving around the country. He especially loved to listen to his Grandpa Wampol play the accordian.
Thankful for having shared his life are his mother, Marilyn Wright of Avon; his father, George Wright of Sioux Falls; brother, Virgil of Yankton; two nieces; one nephew; two great nieces and another on the way; two step sisters: Cheryl Peifer of St. Paul, MN and Glenda Sunderman of Humbolt; one step brother, Randy Wright of Sioux Falls; aunt and uncle Agnes and Norman Nedved of Wagner; two step aunts: Alyce Frandsen of Lake Andes and Delores (Gordon) Thomas of Turlock, CA; and several cousins.
Vince was preceded in death by his grandparents and step uncles Raymond Brodsky and Ejner Frandsen.
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St. Charles fire leaves one dead
By Kay Fate
ST. CHARLES — A fire late Thursday night killed a South Dakota man and caused significant damage to the Downtown Motel in St. Charles.
Police say 47-year-old Vincent Edward Wright, of Avon, S.D., had checked into the motel earlier Thursday and was the only one registered to the room where the fire began.
The fire was reported about 10:50 p.m., said Lyle Peterson, chief of the St. Charles Fire Department.
"We were told there were occupants," he said; the victim was found in the doorway of the corner unit.
There were four guests staying at the motel; the other three were uninjured.
Dwight Moldenhauer, who does maintenance at the motel, has lived there about two months.
"I heard an explosion and saw the window blow out and the door blow out," he said this morning.
Moldenhauer said he saw the victim, too.
"I grabbed the fire extinguisher and ran there, but it was too hot to get close to him," he said. "There was nothing I could do to save him. Not even a minute later, the fire was out of his room and onto the roof, and the other rooms were on fire."
Moldenhauer said the man arrived at the motel on Thursday "and was just going to stay overnight."
Peterson said three firefighters and the state fire marshal were on the scene until 3:30 a.m., looking for a source.
"None of us noticed anything," he said, but about 45 minutes later, a passer-by reported the fire had reignited.
"When we came back, another room was fully engulfed," Peterson said. The gas, electricity and water to the facility had all been shut off during the first blaze.
The fire marshal was expected to be back on the scene late this morning.
"We'll look at the fire pattern, see if we can determine a cause," Peterson said.
The motel has been owned by Terry and Lisa Johnson for the past three years.
Lisa Johnson declined to comment this morning.
Moldenhauer said many of the units recently had been renovated, including new smoke detectors and fire alarms.
"I just redid (the victim's room) two weeks ago," he said, using fire-resistant paint on the walls.
"I'm lucky, and praise the Lord (the other two guests) are OK," Moldenhauer said. "And I'm glad it wasn't deer-hunting time. The place would've been full."
The last fatal fire in St. Charles was about eight years ago, Peterson said, when a couple died in a house fire.
Source: The Post-Bulletin (Rochester, MN) ~ Dec 07, 2012
Funeral services for Mrs. John (Edith) Wright, 81, 1:30 p.m. will be Monday at at the Methodist Church with the Rev. Holman Cowherd officiating. Friends may call Sunday at the Petrik Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Tyndall cemetery.
She was born March 29, 1885 in Brule County to Mr. and Mrs. Luick Overacker and died Aug. 11, 1966 at the Tyndall hospital. On July 11, 1902 she married John Wright at Chamberlain and they farmed in Brule County until moving to Tyndall in 1911.
Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. T.L. Clark, Springgrove, Minn.; Mrs. Roy Berndt, Las Vegas, NV., and Mrs. Herron Runestad, Winfred; two sons, Fred, Aberdeen, and Roger, Las Vegas. Also eight grandchilren; 14 great grandchildren; one brother, Bert Overacker, Great Falls, Mont., and three sisters, Mrs. Mary Bonner and Mrs. James Conley, Kimball, and Mrs. Leo Voigt, Avon.
Her husband died in 1953.
Funeral services for Mrs. William (Lillian) Wordeman, 82, will be at 10:30 am Tuesday at the Tyndall Methodist Church with the Rev. Louis Cowherd officiating. Friends may call Monday afternoon and evening at the Petrik Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Tyndall cemetery.
She was born Feb. 8, 1889 at Tyndall to Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Williamson and died Jan. 29, 1972 at the local hospital. On Feb. 27, 1907 she married William Wordeman at Tyndall and they ranched in the Gettysburg area.
She returned to Tyndall in 1969 and had been in the nursing home and hospital.
Survivors include her widower, Gettysburg; two sons, Henry, Urbana, Ill.; and Barry, Moberly. Mo.: a daughter, Mrs. Dale (Dorothy) Cardwell, Layton, Utah, eight grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Peter Schuurmans, Tyndall.
Elizabeth M. (Walloch) Wagner, age 93 of Tabor passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at the Tyndall Good Samaritan Center, Tyndall, SD.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 AM, Saturday, August 26, 2006 at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Tabor, SD with Rev. Joseph Puthenkulathil officiating and Msgr. Carlton Hermann concelebrating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Visitations will be from 2-5 p.m. Friday, August 25, 2006 at the Kostel Funeral Home, Tabor. Visitations will continue at 6:30 p.m. at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church with a 7:30 p.m. Scripture service and rosary. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Elizabeth was born on October 15, 1912 to Frank and Otilie (Vaith) Walloch near Lesterville, SD. She graduated from Mount Marty High School in 1930. On September 6, 1938, she was united in marriage to Edmund Wagner in Tabor, SD at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church. They farmed near Tabor until 1965, when they moved into Tabor. She was a member of St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, Tabor, Altar and Rosary Society, Catholic Sokol Social Club, and the Catholic Workman.
Elizabeth enjoyed doing word puzzles; she was an avid scrabble player. She loved to crochet and enjoyed crafting afghans and doilies for all her family and friends.
Her memory will be cherished by one son, Bernard (Judy) Wagner of Tabor, SD; four daughters: Marilyn (Gene) Sestak of Columbia, MO, Kathleen (Larry) Herman of Duluth, MN; Elizabeth (Dennis) Vellek of Lincoln, NE, and Virginia (Bob) Nelson of Brandon, SD; 1.7 grandchildren; and 22 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her brother, Frank Walloch and one granddaughter, Bonnie Wagner.
Donald L. Williams, age 78 of Yankton passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton, SD.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, October 22, 2011 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Yankton with Rev. Mark Lichter officiating. Burial will be approximately 12:30 p.m. at the St. Vincent Cemetery in Springfield, SD. Visitations will begin at 6 p.m. Friday, October 21, 2011 at the Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton with a 7:00 p.m. Rosary followed a 7:30 p.m. Scripture Service. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church. Pallbearers are Israel Tesch, Ian Williams, Alex Williams, Jeff Olson, Mike Kellen, Allen Fossum. Honorary Pallbearers are Melvin Franka, Robert Coleman, David Walker, Layton Ferwerda and Bill Henthorn.
Donald was born on May 17, 1933 to Marion and Anne (McCormick) Williams in Springfield, SD. He assumed responsibilities of the family farm at age 14 when his father passed away. He married Darlene Elliott on October 25, 1958. To this union, 3 children were born; Maureen and twins, Brian and Bruce.
In 1964 he started working road construction for Myrl Clark, and later, other construction companies. In the 1970’s he drove gas transport out of Newcastle, WY and Rapid City, SD. In 1978 he was employed by Pete Lien Co. in Rapid City, which he retired from in 1996. In 1999 Darlene retired and they started spending the winter months in South Texas to the present time. In 2001 they began making their summer home in Yankton, SD.
Don enjoyed working, traveling and visiting with family and friends. He was soft spoken, a good listener and he could easily strike up conversations with strangers. He will always be remembered as a hard-working man who was interested in other people and the events they were involved in.
Don is survived by his wife of 53 years; daughter, Maureen (Bob) Frier of Lubbock, TX; son, Brian (Anne) of Sioux Falls, SD; grandsons: Ian and Alex Williams of Sioux Falls, SD, and Israel Tesch of Queen Creek, AZ; great granddaughter, Sydney Tesch of Queen Creek, AZ; sister; Patricia (Mel) Franka of Sioux Falls, SD and several nieces and nephews.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, Marion & Anne Williams and infant son, Bruce Williams.
Shirley Ellen West, 81, Springfield, died Thursday (March 29, 2001) at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton.
Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. today (Monday) at St. Vincent's Catholic Church, Springfield, with burial in the parish cemetery. The Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home, Springfield, is in charge of arrangements.
She was born March 28, 1920, at LeMars, Iowa, to Frank and Gertrude (McGraw) Luken. She graduated from LeMars High School in 1938.
She married Richard C. West on Aug. 16, 1940, at LeMars. She operated several businesses throughout her life. In 1974, she and her husband moved to Springfield and established Gas Services, Inc. He died Jan. 14, 1988.
She was a member of St. Vincent's Catholic Church, Springfield. She enjoyed golfing, bowling and socializing with her many friends. The highlight of her life was spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was known to many as "Grandma Shirley."
She is survived by two daughters: Linda West of Omaha, Neb., and Margie Bame, Springfield; one son: Richard (Margaret) West, Jr. of Clovis, Calif.; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters: Bonnie Westergard of LeMars, Iowa, and Mary "Kitty" Rolfes, Des Moines, Iowa; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and two brothers.
Wilbert W. Wiedmeier, 81, Freeman, formerly of Menno, died Thursday (Dec. 4, 2003) at Freeman Community Nursing Home.
Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Monday at Grace Lutheran Church, Menno, with the Rev. Brad Danielson officiating. Burial is in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Scotland. Pallbearers are Jerome Edelman, Charles Gering, Cheryle Gering, Brenda Wiedmeier, Daryle Wiedmeier, Larry Wiedmeier, Palmer Wiedmeier and Eugene Uphoff. Visitation is from 1-9 p.m. Sunday at Ray, Cantrell and Wintz Funeral Home, Yankton, with the family present from 1-3 p.m.
Wilbert was born Jan. 29, 1922, in Turner County to William and Regina (Heckenlaible) Wiedmeier. He was baptized April 17, 1922. He lived his entire life on the family farm until July 21, 1994, when he entered the Freeman Nursing Home. He attended country school at District 81, Salem Township, Turner County. He attended Irene High School. On March 5, 1961, he married Johanna Asche. She passed away Nov. 24, 1997.
He was formerly a member of Elim Lutheran Church and Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, rural Irene. He was currently a member of the Grace Lutheran Church, Menno.
Survivors include his brother, Leland Wiedmeier, Menno; a sister-in-law, Marian Wiedmeier, Yankton; nieces and nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews; cousins; and a host of friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife and brother.
Arnold W. Weltz, 86, Tyndall, died Friday (June 20, 2003) at Landmann-Jungman Memorial Hospital, Scotland.
Funeral service is 11 a.m. today (Monday) at the United Church of Christ, Scotland, with the Rev. Del Neumeister officiating. Burial is in Rosehill Cemetery, Scotland. Pallbearers are Orville Buechler, Galen Schaeffer, Gerald Schaeffer, Jared Schaeffer, Wesley Schaeffer and Wilfred Schaeffer. Goglin-Kelley Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
He was born Aug. 5, 1916, in Scotland to Emmanuel and Pauline (Bauder) Weltz. He married Gertrude Ganske Oct. 13, 1940, at Odessa Lutheran Church in Lesterville. He owned and operated Weltz Ford and Weltz Auto Sales in Scotland for many years. He worked in maintenance at Landmann-Jungman Memorial Hospital for several years and drove the Scotland Ambulance for 25 years. He served on the Scotland City Council and also drove bus for many years for the Scotland School District. In November 1994, he moved to Rock Rapids, Iowa, and later became a resident of the Good Samaritan Center, Tyndall, in May 2003.
He is survived by his daughter, Janet Groen, Rock Rapids; and three grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife on Sept. 17, 1989; a son-in-law, his parents and his brother.
Deceased Name: Vern Allen Welk
Services will be private.
Mr. Welk died August 11, 1994, at age 71.
He was born November 29, 1922, in Scotland, SD, and moved to Portland in 1942.
In 1944, he married his wife, Virginia. He was a mobile home salesman and retired in 1985. He was a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II.
Surviving in addition to his wife are sons, Paul of Beavercreek and Gary of Milwaukie; and daughter, Vicki Williams of Portland.
Arrangements: Cochran & Waud Sunset Chapel.
Source: The Oregonian (Portland, Oregon), August 13, 1994
Orville C. Weisz was born July 29th, 1947 in Scotland to Elmer and Juanita Weisz. He passed away at his residence in Bolingbrook, IL on August 19th, 2011. Orville attended elementary and high school in Scotland and was an honor student in his graduating class of 1965. He went on to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology where he received a BS in Chemistry, and later went on to receive his MBA while he was working in Oklahoma. His career was centered in the chemical industry, and at his last position with Lambent Technologies in Gurnee, IL, he was the scheduler for chemical distribution. Orville's main interests were reading, watching movies, and playing pool. Scotland is where his interest in watching movies came from by running the projector for the Scotland theater when he was in high school. A severe heart attack in November of 2007 left him disabled, and was the cause of his passing in 2011. Orville is survived by sisters, Sharon Weisz, Judy(Doug)Schuette, brother Bruce(Lisanne)Weisz, and nephew Matt Schuette. He was preceded in death by his parents Elmer and Juanita Weisz.
A graveside memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on October 29th at Rosehill Cemetery, and anyone is welcome to attend.
Funeral services for William F. Winter, 88, will be at 1:30 pm at the Zion Lutheran Church with the Rev. Noble E. Kile officiating. The body will lie in state Monday afternoon and evening and Wednesday morning at the Petrik Funeral Home in Scotland.
Mr. Winter was born Oct. 3, 1883 in Hutchinson County to Mr. and Mrs. Simon Winter and died July 22, 1972 at the local hospital.
On Dec. 22, 1920 he married Wilhelmine Schulze at Menno.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. G.W. (Antionia) Moorehead, Kan., and Mrs. M.A. (Linda) Miritz, Racine, Wis.; and four grandchildren. A sister, Mrs. Matheda Linstandt died July 23 at the nursing Home in Menno. He was preceded in death by his wife last December, three brothers, and seven sisters.
Eugene Vern Wright went home to be with the Lord on October 9, 2012 at the age of 90 years, 4 months and 7 days. He was born on June 2, 1922 to Lathiel and Florence (Ellinger) Wright. Gene attended Odessa and Scotland schools and worked with his father on the family farm. On December 19, 1948, he married Metha Weisz at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Kaylor, South Dakota. To this union, three children were born. Together they farmed southeast of Scotland and in 1958 they moved off the farm to Kaylor where they went into business for three years. In 1963, Gene suffered a severe stroke at the age of 41; he fought hard and with much help from Metha, recovered the use of his right side and speech. After his stroke, he worked various jobs such as Constable in Kaylor, running the road maintainer, hauling water, hauling seed corn, and raising sheep. He will best be remembered for running the concession stand at the Kaylor ball field and hauling sheep in his little Ford Bronco. The things he loved to do included playing cards, working in the yard, having coffee time with his friends in Kaylor, playing marbles with his grandchildren and taking trips to the Black Hills with family. Gene always had an easy smile, a quick tease and a hello for all those he encountered. He was also a faithful member of the United Methodist Church in Scotland.
He will be greatly missed by his wife, Metha; a daughter, Cindy (Brian) Herrboldt of Menno; six grandchildren: Heidi (Brian) Sayler of Sibley, Iowa, Melissa (Heath) Hisek of Richfield, Minnesota, Nicole (Mark) Hodgen of Harrisburg, and Austin Herrboldt, Abby Herrboldt and Ajay Herrboldt, all of Menno; seven great-grandchildren: Garrett, Madeline, Grace, Levi, and Elijiah Sayler, Sofia Hisek, and Aden Hodgen; two brothers-in-law: Floyd (Edith) Weisz and Eugene Herrboldt; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a stepmother, Christine; his son, Gary, in 1997; a daughter, Denise, in infancy; a grandson, Adam Herrboldt; a sister, Laureen Herrboldt; and two brothers, Glenn Wright and Kenneth Wright.
Howard Wynia, 87, of Springfield, funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 8, 2012 at the Emmanuel Reformed Church, Springfield with burial in the Emanuel Cemetery, rural Springfield. Visitation is Sunday from 2-4 p.m., with the family present, at the Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home in Springfield.
Howard Ivan Wynia was born May 2, 1925 at Springfied, SD, the son of Albert and Jacoba “Cora” (Risseeuw) Wynia. He was called to heaven on Friday, October 5, 2012 at the Good Samaritan Society in Tyndall.
Howard graduated from Springfield High School.
Howard married Dorris Burr on February 8, 1946 at Vermillion. He farmed for 14 years. Howard then worked for over 30 years at Palsma-Holleman Motor Co. After his retirement there he established with assistance from his son Dennis, Wynia Golf Car Sales & Service. He retired in 1993. Howard entered the Springfield Assisted Living Center in 2010 and the Good Samaritan Society in Tyndall in 2012.
Howard was a member of the Emmanuel Reformed Church, Springfield Golf Course, Chamber of Commerce and Springfield Volunteer Fire Department. He received the Friend of Pointer award and the Distinguished Service award from the South Dakota High School Activities Association.
Howard will be remembered for his enjoyment of golf activities until his health problems occurred.
Thankful for having shared his life are his children and spouses: Larry and wife Carole A., Yankton; Dr. Virgil and wife Joyce, Raleigh, NC; Dennis and wife Marie, Greencastle, IN; Gale and wife Nancy, Sioux Falls; Paul and wife Julie, Freeman; and Kimberly and husband Steve Carnes, Buffalo, WY; 18 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; sister, Leona Dumdei, Sioux Falls; and niece, Jan Wynia, Sioux Falls.
Howard was preceded in death by his wife Dorris Wynia on September 24, 2012; parents; 3 month old infant son, Garold; two sisters: Dorothy DeRoos and Mabel Gretschman; and four brothers-in-law.
Leontina "Tina" Walter, 89, Scotland, died Thursday (Feb. 28, 2002) at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton.
Funeral services are 2 p.m. Monday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Scotland, with the Rev. David W. Eillis officiating. Burial is in the Rosehill Cemetery, Scotland. Pallbearers are Dick Behl, Jeff Herrboldt, Bud Behl, Norman Makuska, Tom Herrboldt and Larry Hebbert. Visitation is from 3-9 p.m. Sunday at the Petrik-Kelley Funeral Chapel, Scotland.
She was born Aug. 19, 1912, at Carlock to Adam and Lydia (Bentz) Benty. She grew up and attended school at Herrick. On Nov. 19, 1936, she married Wayne Walter at Yankton. They lived in Scotland where she worked as a waitress. In 1943 they bought a farm west of Scotland.
She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church.
She is survived by her husband, Wayne Walter, Scotland; three granddaughters: Tammy Stock, Yankton; Debbie Adams, Omaha, Neb.; and Kim Jones, Sioux Falls; three great-grandchildren; a niece, Judy Hebbert, who was raised by Tina; and several other nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, parents, four brothers and three sisters.
Funeral services for Wayne Walter of Scotland will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 20 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Scotland, with Rev. David Ellis officiating. Organist will be Harriet Schaeffer, with special music by the choir. Interment will follow in Rosehill Cemetery, Scotland.
Casketbearers are Michael Golter, Roger Stock, Jim Maruska, Larry Hebbert, Jeff Hebbert and Jeff Herrboldt. Visitation will be held on Friday from 2-8 p.m., with family present to greet visitors from 6-8 p.m., at the Goglin Funeral Home in Scotland. Visitation will resume on Saturday one hour prior to the services at the church.
Wayne Melvin Walter was born at 2:45 a.m. on Tuesday, September 12, 1916 at Chambers, Nebraska. His parents were Otto and Nora (Reifer) Walter. He was baptized on October 22, 1916 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Chambers. Wayne was united in marriage to Leontina Bentz of Norfolk, Nebraska on December 19, 1936 in Yankton. On October 8, 1942, their only child, Carol Kay (Walter) Halva was born. They lived in Scotland where Tina worked as a waitress and Wayne was a mechanic. In 1943, they bought a farm west of Scotland and Wayne became engaged in farming. Wayne loved and enjoyed farming for many years and did not retire until 2004, at 87 years old. In 1952, Wayne and Tina took in Tina’s niece, Judy Hebbert, and she lived with them for several years. He enjoyed going out and dancing with his special friend, Olive Gran. He also enjoyed working on antique cars and going to car shows. He took special pride in driving his 1942 Chevy pickup and 1928 Ford Roadster in the annual Czech Days parade in Tabor. Wayne will be especially missed by his best buddy, Michael Golter of Tea, with whom he chatted on the phone several times throughout each day. Wayne passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at the Good Samaritan Society of Scotland, having attained the age of 93 years, 5 months and 5 days.
Wayne’s memory will be cherished by his three granddaughters: Debra (Mike) Golter of Tea, Tammy (Roger) Stock of Yankton, and Kim (Chris) Jones of Sioux Falls; three great-grandchildren: Amy Adams of Las Vegas, Nevada, Stacey Grimme of Yankton and Jordan Dunham of Sioux Falls; five great-great-grandchildren: Alex, Jason Wayne and Evan of Las Vegas, and Rylan and Rayce of Yankton; and his special friend, Olive Gran of Scotland.
Wayne was preceded in death by his wife Tina on February 28, 2002, his daughter, Carol Halva in November of 1979, his parents, and seven brothers and sisters: Vernon, Leroy, Don, Kenny, Ruthie, Dora and Thelma.
Dorris Wynia's funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 28, 2012 at the Emmanuel Reformed Church, Springfield with burial in the Emanuel Cemetery, rural Springfield. Visitation will be at the church Thursday from 5-7 p.m., with the family present, followed by a prayer service. Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of the arrangements. Dorris Lucille Burr Wynia, daughter of Harvey Colton and Lenna Mae (Graves) Burr, was born October 27, 1921 in Bijou Hills, SD. She was called to heaven on Monday, September 24, 2012 at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton.
Dorris graduated from Platte High School and then received her teacher’s certificate from Southern State Normal School in Springfield.
Dorris married Howard Wynia on February 8, 1946 at Vermillion. Seven children were born to their union. Besides raising her family, Dorris was a rural school teacher in Bon Homme, Charles Mix and Brule Counties, farm wife and was employed at the Springfield Post Office for 23 1/2 years. She also served as Election Boards superintendent and assisted in several city events.
Dorris was a member of the Bijou Hills Community and Emmanuel Reformed Churches. She was active in the ERC Guild and Willing Workers where she held offices for many years. Dorris also was a member of Dacota Club for 51 years and all activities, until ill health intervened.
Dorris collected lighted Snow Village houses. She loved attending and being so very proud of her family’s activities and special family events. Dorris was a member of several Neighborhood Bible study groups. She will be remembered also for her poetry compositions, reading to her family and grandchildren, cookie baking with her grandchildren, and reading for her own enjoyment.
Howard and Dorris entered the Springfield Assisted Living Center in June of 2010 and she joined Howard at the Good Samaritan Society in Tyndall the end of July 2012.
Thankful for having shared her life are her husband, Howard; her children and spouses: Larry and wife Carole A., Yankton; Dr. Virgil and wife Joyce, Raleigh, NC; Dennis and wife Marie, Greencastle, IN; Gale and wife Nancy, Sioux Falls; Paul and wife Julie, Freeman; and Kimberly and husband Steve Carnes, Buffalo, WY; 18 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Dorris was preceded in death by her parents; 3-month-old infant son, Garold; sister, Leila Tjeerdsma; two sisters-in-law; and four brothers-in-law.
Florence F. Weber, age 92, of Sioux Falls, SD passed away Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at the Good Samaritan Lutheran Manor, Sioux Falls, SD.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday September 25, 2012 at the United Church of Christ, Scotland, SD with Rev. Ron Shifley officiating. Burial will be in the Garden of Memories, Yankton, SD at approximately 2:00 p.m. Tuesday afternoon. Visitations will begin at 5 p.m. Monday, September 24, 2012 at the Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Home & Crematory, Yankton, with a Scripture service at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will resume one hour prior to the service at the church in Scotland, SD. Pallbearers will be her grandsons: Todd Weber, Jason Weber, Tim Weber, Darin McDonnel, Dan McDonnel and Torrey Sundall.
Florence was born on October 26, 1919 to Albert and Katie (Weidenbach) Mutschelknaus in Lesterville, SD. She was baptized and confirmed at Petersburg Congregational, in rural Lesterville. She graduated from Lesterville High School in May of 1937. On September 3, 1939, Florence married Alvin E. Weber. To this union three children were born, Jerry, Cheryl and John. She and Alvin farmed north of Lesterville until moving to Lesterville in the late 1960s, where they built a new home.
After moving to Yankton, Florence worked for Guerney’s Seed and Nursery, Alco and Walmart. She enjoyed having coffee at Sunshine with her friends. She was involved in Home Extension, VFW Ladies Auxiliary and the Scotland Ladies Aid. But most of all, church, family, and her grandchildren are who she enjoyed and treasured most. She moved to Sioux Falls in 2006.
Florence is survived by her son, Jerry Weber of Gayville, SD, her daughter Cheryl McDonnel, of Sioux Falls, SD, 11 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, a sister, Edna Mogck of MI and daughter-in-law, Carol Weber of Dallas, TX.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin, her son, John in November of 2007, her parents, brothers, Morris and Oscar Mutschelknaus, and sisters, Mathilda Mehrer and Alice Braunesreither.
Daniel C. Winter, age 77 of Scotland, passed away Friday, September 21, 2012 at the Good Samaritan Center, Scotland, SD.
Funeral services will be 10:30 AM, Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Menno with Rev. David Ellis officiating. Burial will be in the Menno Cemetery with military graveside rites by the Rames-Bender American Legion Post #152, Menno. Visitations will be from 5-8 p.m. Monday, September 24, 2012 at the Aisenbrey-Opsahl-Kostel Memorial Chapel, Menno. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church. Pallbearers will be Gordon Clark, Howard Knodel, Kenneth Aisenbrey, Roger Simonsen, David Harnisch, and Paul Loneman.
Daniel was born September 13, 1935 to Cornelius E. and Esther L. (Schulz) Winter in Jasper, MN. He attended school in Menno and entered into the United States Air Force in October 1953. While in the Air Force, he served at many air bases including Lackland, Lowry, Eglin, Kedena (Okinawa) and Johns Air Force Base in Japan. He was honorably discharged in October 1961. He worked in Denver, CO for a time before moving back to Yankton. In 2009, he moved to Menno due to his ailing health then entered the Good Samaritan Center in Scotland. Dan enjoyed fishing, hunting, archery and especially photography.
Dan is survived by his brother, Bob Winter of Menno, SD and his cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
Memorial services will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, August 18, 2012 at the United Church of Christ in Springfield. Burial is in the Pioneer Cemetery, rural Springfield, with military honors. Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of arrangements.
Bill L. Wynia, son of Reimer and Marie (Westra) Wynia was born December 18, 1927 on a farm near Springfield, SD. Bill died July 27, 2012 at the Empire Ranch Alzheimers Care Facility in Folsom, CA. Bill attained the age of 84 years.
Bill graduated from Springfield High School in 1945, worked on the farm until he joined the Air Force in 1951 and served for 26 years.
Bill met Rose Gamble while stationed in England, they married 17 April 1954, and traveled the world together during his 26 years with the Air Force. Bill and Rose's marriage was blessed with two daughters: Diane Wynia-Sanchez (Arthur) and Kirsten Wynia; two grandaughters: Adrienne Wynia Belvedere and Elizabeth Wynia Belvedere; his pride and joy, great grandson, Tage Wynia Fink; and two honorary grandaughters: Sara and Julia Miller.
Bill enjoyed many years volunteering with the Senior Gleanors in Sacramento and at the Coloma and Folsom State Parks Blacksmith Shops.
Bill is survived by brother Dean (Leise); and sisters: MaryLou Peterson; Peggy Zech; and Della (Ed) Stimpson.
Hazel Winckler, 83, of Avon, died Tuesday (Feb. 19, 2002) at the Heart Hospital, Sioux Falls.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church, Avon. Burial is in the Trinity Presbyterian Cemetery, rural Avon. Visitation will be from 3-7 p.m. today (Friday), with the family present from 5-7 p.m., at the Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Chapel, Avon. Visitation will continue 9 a.m.-noon Saturday at the funeral chapel.
She was born June 1, 1918, on a farm near Avon to Dick and Jennie (Johnson) Burfeindt. She moved into Avon when she was age 6. She attended public school and graduated from Avon High School in 1936. She worked at the telephone office for several years. She married Edwin Winckler Feb. 24, 1942, at Mitchell. He died on Dec. 20, 1995. She was a homemaker and worked part-time at the Variety Store for many years. She also worked at Gurney's in Yankton for six years. She lived in her home for 55 years before moving into the Meadowview Manor on April 13, 2001.
She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. She joined the church and also the Presbyterian Women's Organization in December 1952. She enjoyed her large collection of birds, owls, and salt and pepper shakers.
She is survived by a granddaughter, Dianna Winckler, Grand Rapids, Mich.; three sisters: Margaret Kranz, Tyndall; Joyce Wenzel, Sioux Falls; and Ruby Miller, Brandon; two brothers, Wallace Burfeindt and Laurence Burfeindt, both from Avon; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, one son, her parents and three brothers who died in infancy.
Funeral services for Raymond R. Weber of Scotland will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 25 at the United Church of Christ in Scotland, with Rev. Gordon Harris officiating. Organist is Shirley Orth and soloist is Linda Kronaizl. Interment will follow in Rosehill Cemetery, Scotland, with Ray’s grandchildren as pallbearers. Visitation will be held on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the church in Scotland. Arrangements are under the direction of Goglin Funeral Home of Scotland.
Raymond Richard Weber was born on Wednesday, July 8, 1914 to John and Lizzie (Gall) Weber on the family homestead north of Lesterville, South Dakota. He was baptized and a member of the rural Petersburg Congregational Church and attended rural North Star School. His great-grandfather, Peter Weber, was instrumental in building both the church and the schoolhouse. Upon completion of 8th grade, Ray began on his road to several successful businesses, beginning with farming, trucking, gas station operation and custom combining. He eventually found his niche in the livestock sale barn business and also became a very successful auctioneer.
Ray was united in marriage to Helen Mueller on April 16, 1939 at Grace Lutheran Church in Menno and began life as a family man, with six children arriving in the next ten years. Ray was a wonderful father and active community member. Ray and Helen established the area 4-H club. Ray was active in the Lion’s Club, South Dakota Beef Council, the local baseball league, volunteer fire department, school board and church council. He was also a member of the Germans from Russia Society. His greatest role in the community in his later years was as a guide and mentor to younger livestock farmers — a role he truly enjoyed. He bought the Avon Sale Barn in 1964, and they moved to Avon in 1967. In 1977, they sold the Sale Barn and built a new home in Avon, which was completed in 1980. In July of 2005, Ray and Helen became residents of the Good Samaritan Society of Scotland, and it is there that he passed away on Monday, September 20, 2010 at the age of 96 years, two months and twelve days.
Ray’s memory will live forever in the hearts of his six children: Charlotte Wittmeier of Plainfield, Illinois, Wayne Weber of Costa Mesa, California, Lonnie Weber of Santa Cruz, California, Lynette (Paul) Klein of Des Moines, Iowa, Joyce (Ron) Parmley of West Union, Iowa, and Marlene Taney of Seaside, Oregon; thirteen grandchildren: Valerie Potter, Julie (Lyndon) Evans, Renee (Doug) Montgomery, Nathan Weber, Joseph Weber, Jacob Weber, Jason Klein, Matthew Klein, Stephen Klein, Roni Sue (Dwane) Koch, Randy (Christina) Parmley, Jessica Parmley, and Benjamin (Michelle) Taney; eleven great-grandchildren: Emily Kohls, Audrey Montgomery, Rhys Evans, Bret Evans, Paden Klein, Stephanie Koch, Kayleigh Koch, Tiffanie Koch, Nathan Parmley, Jackson Parmley and Hayleigh Taney; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Ray was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Helen Weber, on January 13th of this year, his parents, John and Lizzie Weber, two sisters, Olive Becker and Alta Diede, a brother, Alvin Weber, and two siblings in infancy.
Funeral services for Helen M. Weber of Scotland will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 18 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Scotland with Rev. Jonathan Vehar officiating. Organist will be Dorothy Bietz, accompanying hymns by the congregation. Interment will follow in Rosehill Cemetery, Scotland. Casketbearers will be Helen’s grandchildren.
Helen Marie Weber was born on Sunday, July 25, 1915 on a farm southwest of Menno. She was the third of nine children born to Fred P. and Emma (Winter) Mueller. Helen attended East View Country School through the 8th grade and graduated from Olivet High School. She attended Southern State Normal School in Springfield and earned her teacher’s certificate. Her teaching career began at the Gunn School, four miles east of Scotland, and then she taught at the Zeeb School four miles south of Menno. Helen was united in marriage to Raymond Richard Weber on April 16, 1939 at Grace Lutheran Church in Menno by Pastor Petrick. On their farm north of Lesterville, Helen raised six children — five girls and a boy. She loved gardening and grew an abundance of strawberries every year. After the youngest, Marlene, was in 1st grade, she returned to college to renew her teaching certificate. She taught at the Lesterville School for one year, the Petrick School southwest of Utica for two years, the Kloucek School southwest of Lesterville for three years, the Norway School six miles south of Menno for seven years and finally the Dante School eight miles west of Avon for four years. All of the schools were one-room country schools with the exception of the Lesterville School, which had two large rooms. After her retirement from teaching, Helen worked at the Avon Sale Barn, which they bought in 1964. They moved to Avon in 1967. In 1977, they sold the Sale Barn and built a new home in Avon, which was completed in 1980. In July of 2005, she and Ray became residents of the Good Samaritan Society of Scotland, and it is there that Helen passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at the age of 94 years, 5 months and 18 days.
Helen’s memory will live forever in the hearts of her husband of 70 years, Ray Weber of Scotland; six children: Charlotte Wittmeier of Plainfield, Illinois, Wayne Weber of Costa Mesa, California, Lonnie Weber of Santa Cruz, California, Lynette (Paul) Klein of Des Moines, Iowa, Joyce (Ron) Parmley of West Union, Iowa, and Marlene Taney of Seaside, Oregon; thirteen grandchildren: Valerie Potter, Julie (Lyndon) Evans, Renee (Doug) Montgomery, Nathan Weber, Joseph Weber, Jacob Weber, Jason Klein, Matthew Klein, Stephen Klein, Roni Sue (Dwane) Koch, Randy (Christina) Parmley, Jessica Parmley, and Benjamin (Michelle) Taney; eleven great-grandchildren; a sister, Emma Sexton of Scotland; three brothers: Albert Mueller of California, Milbert (Betty) Mueller of Minnesota, and Elmer (Delores) Mueller of Menno; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Fred and Emma Mueller, Helen was preceded in death by a sister, Elsie Goehring; three brothers: George Mueller, Paul Mueller and Arnold Mueller; two brothers-in-law: Harold Goehring and Melvin Sexton; and a sister-in-law, Mary Mueller.
Katherine Walloch, age 91 of Yankton and formerly of Tabor, SD, died Friday, April 10, 2009 at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton, SD. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April, 14, 2009 at St. Benedict Catholic Church, Yankton, with Msgr. Carlton Hermann and Fr. Ken Bain con-celebrating. Burial will be in the Garden of Memories, Yankton, SD. Visitations will be 5 to 9 p.m. Monday, April 13, 2009 at the Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Home & Crematory, Yankton, with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. followed by a Scripture service at 7:30 p.m. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church.
Katherine was born to Joseph and Mary (Hlavac) Cap, Sr. on the family farm south of Utica, SD on July 22, 1917. She went to the Pleasant Hill Country School #64 through the eighth grade. She grew up on the family farm. On November 18, 1941 she married George S. Walloch at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, Tabor, SD. Together they farmed the Walloch family farm southwest of Lesterville, SD. They retired in July of 1982 and moved to Yankton. Her husband, George, passed away August 15, 1996, and then she moved to Tabor in October of 1996. She later made her home at the Yankton Care Center until she died on Friday, April 10, 2009.
She is survived by two brothers Benjamin of Yankton and Alvin of Lesterville and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one sister Rose Walloch, and five brothers Joseph, Jr., Edward, Emil, William, and Leo.
Frances Walloch, age 70, of Scotland, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2003, at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 15, 2003, at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, Tabor, with the Rev. Joseph Puthenkulathil officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Pallbearers will be Deb Brandt, Bob Krcil, Steve Krcil, Greg Krcil, Lisa Peters and Sharisee Culvert. Visitations will begin at 3 p.m. today (Monday) at St. Wenceslaus Church, Tabor, with a Scripture service followed by a rosary at 7 p.m. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church. Kostel Funeral Home, Tabor is in charge of arrangements.
Frances was born to Joseph and Mary (Konfrst) Krcil on Sept. 28, 1932, at Dante, S.D. She was baptized and confirmed at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Dante, S.D. She attended country school in rural Dante and worked for families in the Wagner area prior to her marriage. She married Stephen Walloch on April 26, 1955, at Dante. She worked with her husband on their farm near Scotland during their 48-plus years of marriage. Frances enjoyed quilting, sewing, embroidering, flower gardening and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
She was a member of St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, past president and member of the St. Wenceslaus Altar and Rosary Society and the Koinonia Group. She also taught CCD for St. Wenceslaus.
She is survived by her husband, Stephen of Scotland, S.D.; two daughters: Diane (David) Hovden of Mission Hill, S.D., and Theresa Walloch of Aurora, Colo.; one son, Mark (Emily) Walloch of Scotland, S.D.; three grandchildren: Anthony, Elyssa and Joslyn Walloch, all of Scotland, S.D.; five brothers: Vit and Tom Krcil of Wagner, S.D.; Frank Krcil of Avon, S.D.; Tony and Joe Krcil, of Dante, S.D.; two sisters: Dorothy Dixon of Cypress, Calif., and Mary Ann Grills of Yankton, S.D.
She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant brother.
Funeral services for Helen Wittmeier, 93, of Tyndall, S.D., will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, at the United Methodist Church in Tyndall with Pastor Gordon Higgins officiating. Organist will be Carol Burtz. There will be congregational hymns, along with special music by Lisa Knoll. Interment will follow in the Tyndall Cemetery. Casketbearers are Dennis Fischer, Sr., Lee Wittmeier, Shawn Wittmeier, Cory Wittmeier, Jay Wiederrich and Jan Odens. Honorary casketbearers are Helen’s grandnieces and grandnephews. Visitation will be held on Friday from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Goglin Funeral Home in Tyndall. The family will be present from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. to greet visitors.
Helen passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at the Good Samaritan Society of Tyndall.
Helen A. Wittmeier was born near Tyndall, South Dakota, on Thursday, February 10, 1916, to Jacob and Magdalena (Winckler) Wittmeier. She was raised on the farm northwest of Tyndall and attended Hauck Country School through the 8th grade. She often had to herd cows on horseback, which she didn’t care for. She also did domestic work for several area families. At a young age, Helen moved to Chicago and began working in a sewing factory. She graduated from night school and began a career as an accountant with the Borden Dairy Company, for whom she worked for over 25 years. She enjoyed baseball and was an avid Cubs fan. Helen was very fond of her nieces and nephews and will be remembered for the generous hospitality that she offered when they would travel to Chicago to visit her. In later years, she retired to care for her sister, Emma, who lived with her in Chicago. In 2002, Helen moved back to South Dakota and became a resident of the Good Samaritan Society in Tyndall on February 28, 2003. It is there that she passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at the age of 93 years, 1 month and 28 days.
Helen is survived by eight nieces and nephews and a host of grandnieces and grandnephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and Magdalena Wittmeier; four sisters: Emma, Anna and two infant sisters; three brothers: Albert, Ferd, and John; and a niece, Elnora.
Nadene Wynia, 101, of Springfield, died Saturday (May 25, 2002) at the Springfield Assisted Living Center.
Funeral services will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Emmanuel Reformed Church, Springfield, with burial in the Emmanuel Cemetery, rural Springfield. Visitation will be held at the Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home, Springfield, from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. today (Tuesday), followed by a prayer service. Visitation will continue from 9 a.m.-noon Wednesday.
She was born Dec. 28, 1900, at Sparta, N.C., to Alexander and Sue (Fender) Halsey. Her family moved to Hamburg, Iowa, in February 1901 and later to Springfield in 1908. She attended Springfield Public School for one year and the remainder of her grade school in a country school southeast of Avon. She attended Southern Normal at Springfield for two years.
She married David Wynia on Dec. 18, 1923, at the Congregational Church parsonage in Springfield. Together they worked and farmed at various farms in Bon Homme County. In 1942, they purchased their own farm north of Springfield and farmed there until 1964, when they retired and moved into Springfield.
They were blessed to live together in their home, which they built for their retirement, until Dave's death on July 24, 1983. Nadine continued to live there until she moved into the Springfield Assisted Living Center in July 1999.
She was a member of the Emmanuel Reformed Church in Springfield, where she was in Ladies Aid and a Sunday School teacher. She also was a member of the Sorosis Club.
She will be remembered for her love of flowers and gardening, embroidery and crocheting. She will fondly be remembered for her red Jello salad with fruit cocktail in a 9 x 13 inch pan.
She is survived by her children: Donald (Alvina), Tyndall; Dorothy (Harold) Haar, Union, Ill.; Duane, Springfield; Deloris (Darrell) Huntsman, Stockton, Calif.; and Delvonna (Wilbert) Moser, Scotland; 15 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; one sister: Doris Briscoe, Tyndall; one daughter-in-law, Irma Wynia, Springfield; and a host of relatives.
She was preceded in death by her husband, one infant son, one grandchild, one great-granchild, three brothers and one sister.
Sylvia Wiebenga, 82, Dell Rapids, formerly of Tyndall, died Saturday (June 23, 2001) at the Terrace Manor Nursing Home, Dell Rapids.
Funeral services are at 11 a.m. today (Monday) at the Emmanuel Reformed Church, Springfield. Burial will be at the church cemetery. The Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home, Springfield, is in charge of arrangements.
She was born June 20, 1919, at Wessington Springs to Theodore and Anna (Burma) Buchholz. She lived in Avon during her early years and worked in the library. She married Andrew Wiebenga May 9, 1940, at Avon. They moved to Tyndall where together they owned and operated Andy's Service Station until her husband's death on May 11, 1991.
She was a member of the Baptist Church, Avon, and later joined the Emmanuel Reformed Church, Springfield.
She enjoyed embroidering, making quilts and traveling with her husband.
She is survived by two daughters: Barbara Burke, Blaine, Minn.; and Dorothy Wiebenga, Dell Rapids; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and two sisters: Burnes Masden, Sturgis; and Shirley Armagost, Whitewood.
She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, two brothers, a brother-in-law and a son-in-law.
Gertrude Wiebenga, 80, Springfield, died Saturday (Dec. 29, 2001) at Avera St. Michael's Hospital, Tyndall.
Funeral services are 2 p.m. today (Monday) at the Emmanuel Reformed Church, Springfield, with burial in the church cemetery, rural Springfield. Visitation is from 9 a.m.-noon today (Monday) at the Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home, Springfield.
She was born Sept. 16, 1921, at Stickney to Edward and Marie (Brink) DeWaard. She grew up and attended school in rural Aurora County. She was a baptized member of the Aurora Reformed Church and made her Confession of Faith in 1941. She married Ben Wiebenga on Dec. 12, 1944, at the Emmanuel Reformed Church parsonage, rural Springfield. Together they farmed on the family farm south of Avon until he died on Jan. 1, 1987.
She was a faithful and active member of the church and will be remembered for her love of quilting, needlework and dedication to family and friends.
Survivors include three children: Al (Shirley) Wiebenga, Irene; Carol (Russ) Pulkka, Lenexa, Kan.; Donna (Lewy) VenOsdel, Springfield; six grandchildren; three sisters: Anna Scholten, Harrison; Irene Nydam and Nellie Breukelman, both of Stickney; and two brothers: Dick, Lynden, Wash.; and Adrian, Stickney.
She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and three sisters.
Marlene Wiebenga, 66, Springfield, died Tuesday (May 20, 2003) at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton.
Funeral service is 10 a.m. Friday at the Emmanuel Reformed Church, Springfield. Burial is in the church cemetery, rural Springfield. Visitation is from 2-7:30 p.m. today (Thursday) followed by a prayer service at the Crosby-Jaeger Funeral Home, Springfield.
She was born Feb. 21, 1937, at Platte, to John and Lena (Austof) Vanden Bos. She attended Darlington Rural School, Platte High School and Southern State Teachers College, Springfield. She taught rural school in Douglas County for two years. She made confession of faith in the Lord as her Saviour in 1955. She married David "Bud" Wiebenga in 1957 at the Platte Christian Reformed Church. They lived in Germany for a short time and then farmed in the Avon and Springfield areas for the rest of her life.
She was a member of the Emmanuel Reformed Church, Springfield, where she taught Sunday School, sang in the choir and was a member of Willing Workers.
She will be remembered for her enjoyment of quilting, doing crossword puzzles, sewing, needlepoint and reading. She especially loved spending time with her family, grandchildren and friends.
She is survived by her husband of Springfield; four children: Bonnie (Louie) Kozak, Yankton; Sandy (Bob Jr.) Spanton, Sioux Falls; Terry (Sharon), Tyndall; David John (Shereen), Avon; seven grandchildren; stepmother, Jennie Vanden Bos, Platte; seven siblings: Wilbert, Rock Valley, Iowa; Melvin, Platte; Lee Roy, Sioux Falls; Elaine Wynia, Sioux Falls; Edith Gray, Salem; Delmar, Platte; Deloris Van Genderen, Plankinton; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by her parents, one brother-in-law, one nephew, one niece, and her parents-in-law.