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Gladys DeVaney

September 15, 2014 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Gladys L. DeVaney, 95, of Dell Rapids, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2014 at the Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center. Her Funeral Service will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at the First Baptist Church, Dell Rapids. Interment will be in the Dell Rapids Cemetery. Visitation on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 will begin at 2:00 p.m. with the family present at 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. A Prayer Service will begin at 7:00 p.m. Condolences may be left at http://www.kahlerfh.com.

Gladys Lillian Sorenson was born on September 6, 1919 at Dell Rapids, SD, the daughter of Jens and Linda Sorenson. At the age of 4 years old, her father died and in 1926, Louis Flamo married Linda Sorenson and he became her caring and doting stepfather.

Gladys attended Dells Public School and graduated in 1937. She attended and graduated from Northwestern Bible College in Minneapolis, MN in 1942. She married Welford DeVaney on November 19, 1943. Their loving marriage would last 36 years before Welford’s death in 1979. Gladys was a lifelong member of the First Baptist Church where she held many offices including Church Clerk for 16 years, President of ABW, both locally and Center Association, Christian Education Secretary, Diaconate, Release Time Teacher and taught Sunday School for many years.

God blessed Gladys with gifted hands-her crocheted doilies and afghans were made with much love and tender care and given to those who she loved in life. Her quilts were a work of art. She was a professional cake decorator, making anniversary cakes, wedding cakes and birthday cakes for her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings, nephews, nieces and for many people in the community. Her cakes were not only beautiful but ever better to taste. Her hands also wrote poems throughout her life, often about her family. Her poems helped her to work through her grieve of her beloved husband’s death. She also wrote poems by sharing her wisdom and advice to her children and grandchildren.

Gladys broke her hip in July of 2014.

Those left to cherish her memory are her two daughters, Linda Nickles of Yankton, SD and Marla (Bill) Hassler of Sioux Falls, SD; her two grandsons who were the light of her life, Paul (Theresa) Nickles of Lee’s Summit, MO, and Joe (Robin) Nickles of Cummings, GA, her seven beautiful great-grandchildren, Joey Nickles, Brianna Nickles, Haley Nickles, Hannah Nickles, Molly Nickles, Rachel Nickles and Jacob Nickles; her sister, Elizabeth Werner of Mesa, AZ; sister-in-law, Lois Williamson of Dell Rapids and many nieces, nephews and a dear friend, Dianne Crisp of Dell Rapids.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Welford, and siblings, Rudolph Williamson, Harold Williamson, Ruth Williamson, Robert Williamson and Ralph Williamson.

Quarrier Football Picks up First Win

September 14, 2014 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids Quarrier football team earned their first win of the season with a 41-14 win over the Tea Area Titans on Friday, September 12th, in Tea. The Quarriers jumped out to a 6-0 lead 17 seconds into the game as Tanner Ljunggren picked up a Riley Schmidt fumble on the kickoff and ran it 60 yards for a touchdown. The Dell Rapids defense added another score with :46 left in the first quarter when Joel Brust recovered a fumble in the endzone for a touchdown to give the Quarriers a 14-0 lead after the first quarter.

The Quarrier offense scored with 4:29 left in the first half when Jase Nelson threw an 82-yard touchdown pass to Ljunggren to give Dell Rapids a 20-0 lead at halftime. Dell Rapids’ offense continued to roll in the third quarter as Riley Schmidt scored on an 11-yard touchdown run, and Keagan Hemenway added a 5-yard touchdown run. The Quarriers had a 34-0 lead after the third quarter. Tea was finally able to get on the board in the fourth quarter on a touchdown pass from Payton Conrad to Adam Heien. The Quarriers scored their final touchdown on a 70-yard touchdown run by Ljunggren. The Titans scored another touchdown late in the fourth quarter on a pass from Conrad to Tommy Fritz.

Dell Rapids had a total of 352 yards, 248 yards rushing and 104 passing yards. Ljunggren had six carries for 109 yards and a touchdown. Schmidt carried the ball 17 times for 103 yards and a touchdown. Hemenway had nine carries for 42 yards and a touchdown. Nelson was 4-7 passing for 104 yards a touchdown and two interceptions. Ljunggren had two catches for 87 yards a touchdown. Ben Gillogly had two catches for 17 yards. The Quarrier defense held Tea to 219 yards of total offense. Gillogly had eight tackles, 0.5 sacks, and four tackles for loss. Seth Anderson had eight tackles, three sacks and 3.5 tackles for loss. Nathan McKee and Riley Jurgensen each had five tackles in the game.

Dell Rapids moves to 1-1 on the year. The Quarriers will host Milbank on Friday, September 19th.

Highlights

Gladys DeVaney

September 14, 2014 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Dell Rapids City Council Meeting: 9/15/14

September 14, 2014 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids City Council will meet in regular session on Monday, September 15th, at 7:30 p.m. at the Council Chambers. Some of the items on the agenda include public hearing on resolution 2014-11: Assessment roll for snow removal, vegetation abatement and past due utilities, outdoor event permit request for homecoming parade and events, second reading and adoption for ordinances 806, 808, 809, and 810, unnamed island naming recommendation, and the administrative report.

The full agenda can be found by clicking here.

Quarrier Volleyball Falls to Tea

September 12, 2014 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids Quarriers dropped a match 3-1 to the Tea Area Titans on Thursday, September 11th, in Dell Rapids.

Dell Rapids took an early lead in game 1 at 5-2, but Tea ran off 10 straight points to take a 12-5 lead, and then pushed the lead to 18-7 later in the game. Dell Rapids was able to pull within five points late in the game at 24-19, but Tea was able to close out the game at 25-19.

The second game was much closer throughout the entire game. Dell Rapids led again early at 4-3, but the Titans out-scored the Quarriers 6-3 over the next few points to take a 10-6 lead. The Quarriers pulled to within two points at 9-11, but Tea again was able to push the lead to 14-9. With Tea leading 18-13, Dell Rapids was again able to get as close as two points at 17-19, but Tea pulled away with the win in game two at 25-19.

In the third game, Tea jumped out to a very early 8-1 lead. Dell Rapids battled back and was able to cut the Tea lead to 11-13. The Titans then went on a little run to extend their lead to 18-12, and that’s when Dell Rapids made their run. The Quarriers chipped away to cut the deficit to 15-18. They then pulled to within one point at 21-22. Tea scored the next two points to make the score 24-21 and force match point. However Dell Rapids scored the next five points and came back to win game three at 26-24 to force a fourth game.

Game four was back and fourth throughout the first half of the game. Tea and Dell Rapids were tied 12-12 midway through the game. Tea then went on a 10-2 run to grab a 22-14 lead, and the Titans went on to win game four 25-17 and win the match.

Dell Rapids was led by Tiffany Finkral who had six kills and nine service points in the match. Emily Boyle also added six kills. Brittany Kludt had four blocks on the night. Sarah Haak, Baily Munk and Shelby Wrage also played a great defensive match.

The Quarriers fall to 3-4 on the year. Dell Rapids will travel to Canton on Tuesday, September 16th.

JV Results:
The JV team lost two sets to zero to Tea. Megan Welbig, Hannah Welbig, Kiah Schumacher, and Kenzie Gullickson were cited for their efforts.

C-Team Results:
The C Team lost their match to Tea two sets to one. Tiffanie Dorale, Arial Hoffman, Lydia Symens, Rebecca Tiernan, and Autumn Schumaker lead the team’s efforts.

Quarrier Golf Second in Vermillion

September 12, 2014 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids Quarrier boys golf team finished second out of 12 teams at the Vermillion Invitational in Vermillion on Thursday, September 11th. Vermillion won the event on their home course with a team score of 315. Dell Rapids finished with 321, while Parkston finished third at 336.

Adam Karst finished in a tie with Andrew Heine of Vermillion with a round of 76, but Karst officially finished second in the meet. Devon Weber finished fourth with a 78. Ty Hoglund shot a round of 82 and finished ninth. Mason Schmidt finished with an 85 and finished 15th. Jordan Kerns had an 86 on the day, and Josh Parrott finished with an 87.

Dell Rapids will play in the Madison Invite at the Madison Country Club on Monday, September 18th.

Suspected EV-D68 in South Dakota

September 12, 2014 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The South Dakota Department of Health recently sent suspected cases of the enterovirus EV-D68 to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) for testing. The cases come from 14 individuals across the state ranging in age from two weeks old to 19-years-old.

There are more than 100 different types of enteroviruses that cause between 10 to 15 million infections every year, however, the EV-D68 strain is less commonly reported. The state has sent these suspected cases to the CDC because neighboring states have reported cases in this current outbreak. Hospitals and state health labs do have the ability to test for enteroviruses, but most of them do not have the specialized testing to distinguish the individual strains.

Most people infected have no symptoms to mild symptoms, but the infections can be serious for infants, children and teenagers.

Currently there is no specific anti-viral medication nor vaccine available for the EV-D68 strain.

People can protect themselves by avoiding close contact with sick people, disinfecting frequently touched surfaces, and washing hands often with soap and water. Hand sanitizers are only minimally effective against enteroviruses.

More information about the EV-D68 strain and other enteroviruses can be found on the CDC website at www.cdc.gov/non-polio-enterovirus.

Elaine Solberg

September 11, 2014 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Elaine Solberg, 90, of Sioux Falls and formerly of Webster, died on Monday, Sept. 8, 2014, at Sanford Hospital in Sioux Falls. Her funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 11 at Fiksdal Funeral Chapel in Webster, Marion Grimes will officiate. Burial will be at Hillside Cemetery at Lily. Visitation will be at Fiksdal Funeral Service in Webster Sept. 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. and prior to services on Thursday. Condolences may be left at http://fiksdalfuneral.com/

She was born to Esther and Emer Nelson on Oct. 14, 1923. She lost her mother at the age of 7 and then helped raise her six brothers. She graduated from Lily High School in 1942. She was united in marriage to John Solberg on Nov. 8, 1941, but later divorced. She worked hard most of her life outside of the home in addition to raising eight children. She also sold her baked buns, bread, lefse and pickles. She spent the last 25 years with a special friend, Orren Bjerke.

Elaine loved to watch her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren in their school and sporting activities. She was their biggest fan and loved to cheer them on. Family gatherings were very special to Elaine. She was especially happy when family came back to South Dakota for these gatherings. Throughout the years all her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren learned to love her famous potato dumplings. Everyone had a hand in the preparation of this Norwegian tradition and many laughs were shared.

Elaine Vienna Solberg passed away at Sanford Hospital in Sioux Falls on Monday, Sept. 8, 2014, surrounded by family at the age of 90 years, 10 months and 25 days.

She is survived by her eight children, Darrell (Sandy), Sioux Falls, Norman (Leslee), Talkneetna, Alaska, Dennis (Kay), Watertown, David (Brenda), Watertown, Marcia, Sioux Falls, Marilyn Hanson (Lynn), Fargo, N.D., Marcella Whyte (George), Oakdale, Minn., and Dale, Dell Rapids; 16 grandchildren, Shannon (Molly), Heather (Kent), Holly (Tim), Matthew (Alanna), Mark (Heather), Billy (Michele), Gene (Doreen), Laura (Joel), Andrea (Jeff), Leah (Dave), Ashley (Kelsey), Jared (Brittany), Eric, Jordan, Tanner and Chloe; and 18 great-grandchildren, Fisher (Shannon), Onnika (Heather), Bennett and Vaughn (Holly), Brooke, Breanna, Wesley, Carter, Branden (Matthew), Mackenzie and Kurtis (Billy), Wrigley and Wilder (Gene), Mannix, Vander and Jenacy (Laura), Ryan and Aaron (Andrea). She is also survived by brother, Wendell Nelson of California, sisters-in-law, Mona (Vernon) Nelson, Webster, Lillian (Duley) Nelson of Idaho, Mae (Landis) Nelson, Webster and Delores (Jeff) Nelson, Webster.

She was preceded in death by her parents, son Richard, brothers, Duley, Jeff, Landis, Vernon and Boyd and special friend, Orren Bjerke who passed away on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014, in Washington.

Kenneth Currier

September 11, 2014 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Kenneth Arthur Currier, 80, of Brancroft passed away on September 5, 2014 at the De Smet Good Samaritan Center. A visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Sunday, September 7th at Osthus Funeral Home in De Smet. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, September 8th at Osthus Funeral Home in De Smet with burial at LeSeuer Cemetery. Osthus Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left at http://www.osthusfuneral.com.

Kenneth was born on a farm near Bancroft, SD on March 16, 1934 to Val and Margie Currier. He spent his childhood growing up in the Bancroft community. On October 20, 1957 Kenneth was united in marriage to Pauline Dashner in El Paso, TX. He lived his entire life in the Bancroft area until he moved into the Good Samaritan Center.

During his life Kenneth had several careers. He was a farmer in the Bancroft area. Then he worked at Armours in Huron until it closed down. Then he worked on John Tisdel’s farm. Kenneth also was employed by Weerts Inc. until he retired.

Kenneth enjoyed the outdoors – especially fishing, hunting, and trapping.

Kenneth is survived by one son, Dale (Wendy) Currier of De Smet; two daughters, Gayle (Mark) Larson of Iroquois and Lori (Mike) Baye of Dell Rapids; one brother, Merlin (Joan) Currier of Huron; one sister, Donna Dirksen of Faulkton; one daughter-in-law, Marilee (Ron) Rounds of Cavour; fourteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Val and Margie; his wife, Pauline; one son, Daniel; one grandson, Trent Rounds; and one brother-in-law, Delbert Dirksen.

Raymond Jensen

September 11, 2014 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Raymond Jensen, 73, of Dell Rapids passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2014 at his home surrounded by family. His funeral service will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, September 15, 2014 at the United Methodist Church, Dell Rapids. Interment will be in the Dell Rapids Cemetery. Visitation on Sunday, September 14, 2014 will begin at 2:00 p.m. with the family present from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Kahler Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at http://www.kahlerfh.com.

Raymond Darrell Jensen was born on November 14, 1941 at Dell Rapids, SD, the son of Neil and Helen (Kasten) Jensen. He grew up on a farm near Dell Rapids and attended school in Dell Rapids. He graduated from Dell Rapids High School in 1958. He attended SDSU for two years. He married Darla Partridge on January 14, 1961 in Sioux Falls. They made their home on a farm northeast of Dell Rapids. Ray farmed with his father. He started a trucking business in 1969. He trucked until 1982. He has farmed since that time.

He was a member of the United Methodist Church, served on the Dell Rapids Cemetery Board since 1998 and was active in several farming organizations. Raymond was known for his love of animals.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Darla of Dell Rapids; his sons, Scott (Lisa) Jensen of Dell Rapids and Jim (Tracy) Jensen of Trent; his daughter, Julie (Ken) Packard of Dell Rapids; his 11 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren; his sister, Darlene (Wayne) Kluth of Seattle, WA and his special cousin, Brian (Char) Hamilton of Warwick, NY and 8 nieces and nephews.

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