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Eugene “Gene” Furness

June 21, 2015 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Eugene D. “Gene” Furness, age 81, Clark, died in the Golden Living Center at Clark early Thursday, June 18, 2015 after a long illness with lung and kidney failure. He had entered the care center on Tuesday afternoon under Hospice care.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, June 23, at 10:30 a.m. in the St. Paul Lutheran Church at Clark with burial following in the Munt Hope Cemetery at Watertown. Visitation will be Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Furness Funeral Home at Clark and will continue at the Church after 9 a.m. on Tuesday morning. Condolences may be left at www.furnessfuneralhome.com.

He was born Eugene Donald Furness on April 16, 1934 at Watertown, the first born son of Elmer and Stella (Johnson) Furness. Gene attended Watertown schools, graduating from Watertown High School in 1952. He met and later married Joan Bierscheid on March 23, 1956 at Watertown. The couple lived in Watertown while he continued his education graduating with a B.A. in secondary education in 1958. He worked for a year for the City of Watertown in the electric division as a draftsman and then a brief time worked at the Watertown Co-op Elevator. In the fall of 1959, he was hired by the Clark School District as a teacher and coach. The couple moved to Clark that fall. He continued with the Clark School District serving as teacher, coach, elementary principal and athletic director and in 1975 became the High School principal. During this time he furthered his education by obtaining a B.A. in elementary education from Huron College in 1970 and a master’s degree in school administration in 1973 from Northern State University. In 1984 he took a job with the Waubay School District, still living in Clark, and served as High School principal, later as CEO and athletic director until retiring in 2000.

He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church since 1959 where he had served as President and a Trustee as well as a member of numerous committees over the years. He enjoyed gardening – especially roses, going to concerts- especially Dixieland Jazz, watching sports and being with the grandchildren. Gene will long be remembered as a supporter of local sports and following many of the players over the years.

Grateful for having shared in his life is his wife Joan of Clark, sons, Greg of Clark, Geof (Misty) of Dell Rapids and Brad (Marsha) of Clark; grandchildren, Christopher and Kenlie Furness, brothers, Kenn Furness and Curt (Kathy) Furness all of Denver, CO, step-grandchildren, Cierra and Kelcie Hauf, Chad (Tara) Thomas, Chris Thomas, Danielle (Ed) Maack, Josh Thomas, Nick (Laura) Thomas and Micah Thomas and 14 step great-grandchildren. He also leaves in-laws, Janice Bierscheid of Watertown, Bob (Joan) Bierscheid of Roseville, MN and LaDonna Bierscheid of Watertown along with nieces and nephews.

Mary Price

June 20, 2015 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Funeral services for Mary M. Price, 90, Aberdeen, will be 2:00 pm, Friday, June 19, 2015 at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main St., Aberdeen with Pastor Jon Damaska and Dr. Harold E. Salem officiating. Burial at Riverside Cemetery, Aberdeen. Mary died Sunday, June 14, 2015 at Bethesda Home of Aberdeen. Visitation is from 1:00 to 7:00 pm, Thursday with family present from 6:00 to 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Condolences may be left at www.spitzerfuneralhome.com.

Mary Marie Frankenberger was born February 28, 1925 in Sioux Falls, SD to Earl and Josephine “Josie” (Maakestad) Frankenberger. She grew up and went to school in McLaughlin graduating in 1942. She obtained her business degree from a business college in Rapid City, SD.

Mary married Everett Price on December 26, 1943 in Hettinger, ND. They made their first home in Haynes, ND, where he worked for the Milwaukee Railroad and she enjoyed being a homemaker. They later moved to McLaughlin, SD. In 1974 they moved to Mobridge, where Everett continued to work for the Milwaukee Railroad as the depot agent. Following his retirement, they moved to Aberdeen to be closer to family.

Mary loved to cook and entertain. She was always the happiest when she was entertaining friends and family. She had a strong faith in God and lived her life loving Jesus. Her delight was her family, especially her grandchildren. She was loved and will be missed by all of her children and they take comfort in knowing that she is whole again and in the presence of her Lord and with those who went before her.

Grateful for having shared her life are her children: Tim (Michele) Price, Aberdeen, Diane Brokaw, Fairview, TX, and Brad (Tracie) Price, Dell Rapids, SD; grandchildren: Warren (Crystal) Horse Looking, Michele Horse Looking, Kathleen Smith, Amey Horse Looking, Lee Larabee (Veronica Navarro), Thomas Larabee, Jessica (Jack) Phinney, Libby Price, Edward Price, Samantha Price, Elizabeth Price, Josephine Price, William Price: eighteen great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death are her husband, Everett Price, parents, Frank and Josie Frankenberger, daughter, Peggy Larabee and sister, Donna Herstein.

Dennis Jensen

June 20, 2015 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Dennis Eugene Jensen, 79, of Dell Rapids died Thursday, June 18, 2015 at his farm due to injuries received in a farm accident.

Funeral services will begin at 11:00 AM Tuesday, June 23, 2015 At Celebration United Methodist Church, Brandon. Visitation with the family present will be from 5-7:00 PM Monday at the Minnehaha Funeral Home, Dell Rapids. Burial will be in the Hills of Rest Memorial Park Cemetery, Sioux Falls. Condolences may be left at www.minnehahafuneralhome.com.

Dennis was born in Viborg on July 21, 1935 to Ervin and Laura (Berthelsen) Jensen at the home of his maternal grandparents, George and Alice Berthelsen. He attended school in rural Turner County and graduated from Freeman High School in 1953. Dennis married Delaine Andersen at Dell Rapids, March 24, 1965. They farmed west of Dell Rapids for 43 years until her passing on September 3, 1999.

Dennis had two main interests airplanes and music. He learned to fly at Larchwood, Iowa in 1969 and held a Commercial Instrument rating, logging 9000 hours aerial spraying in 26 years. He and Delaine belonged to the International Flying Farmers for 30 years and Dennis held all the State offices and two terms as Region Five Director. Dennis is also a 40 year member of the EAA and attended the convention in Oshkosh, Wisconsin 27 times.

As a young man he played in local dance bands for 25 years, he played the accordion from 1952 to 1977 including 13 years with the Jack Milton Band of Sioux Falls. Dennis was proud of his Danish heritage and his ability to speak the language. He was a long time member of the Madison Senior Center.

He married Barbara Powers May 24, 2012 at Brandon. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Delaine and a baby grandson.

Dennis is survived by his wife, Barbara, his son, Deleigh Jensen and his wife Kim, Dell Rapids; a daughter, Delight Elsinger, Sioux Falls, grandchildren, Kody, Morgan, Luke, and Dylan Jensen and Mindy Elsinger; a sister, Cheryl (Gary) Walz, Freeman.

Paula Lautt

June 19, 2015 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Paula Lautt, 50, of Sioux Falls, completed her journey to heaven on June 17th, 2015 after a courageous and faithful battle with cancer surrounded by her loving family.

Celebration of life services will be 10:30 am Saturday, June 20, at Celebrate Community Church, 1000 S. Sycamore Ave. with interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Sioux Falls, SD. Condolences may be left at www.millerfh.com.

Paula Jo Lautt was born May 13th, 1965 in Brookings, SD to Hiene and Lavonne (Anderson) Junge. Paula grew up in Watertown, SD and graduated from Watertown High School in 1983. There she met the love of her life, Jeff Lautt, and they were united in marriage on January 12, 1991. Jeff and Paula relocated to Dell Rapids, SD where they would make their home, and raise their children for the next twenty years. Upon becoming ’empty nesters’ they moved to Sioux Falls two years ago.

Paula spent most of her adult life working in the restaurant business, a hair salon, and most important of all being an incredible wife and mom. She would describe herself as ‘simple’ and those who knew her well would wholeheartedly agree. She’ll be remembered by the never ending outpouring of love from her heart to others. God gave her the gift of giving freely of herself to others regardless of who or what.

Paula had a free spirit. She loved the natural things God created for her fun and serenity. She cherished most just spending time with family and friends. She also had a passion for lakes and oceans. The sunshine and smell of nature’s air put a smile on her face no one could take away. This passion carried her into learning how to ride a motorcycle. She loved getting her own Harley Davidson to ride with Jeff and friends. Another of Paula’s favorites was driving down the highway in her convertible, with the top down of course. She loved to laugh, have fun and spend quality time with those she loved the most. She’ll be remembered for her golden personality, rainbow smile and unwavering faith.

Grateful for having shared her life are her husband of 24 years, Jeff Lautt, Sioux Falls, SD; four children, Erik (Beth) Kludt, Dell Rapids, SD; Miranda Kludt, Harrisburg, SD; Taylor Lautt, Harrisburg, SD; and Dylan Lautt, Sioux Falls, SD; four grandchildren, Jade Kludt, Auhbree Kludt, Bryce Kludt and Ashtyn Lautt; her parents, Hiene and Lavonne Junge, Watertown, SD; two brothers, Mike (Laurie) Junge, Phoenix, AZ, Don Junge, Des Moines, IA; father and mother-in-law, LeRoy and Carol Lautt, Sioux Falls, SD; three brother and sister in-laws, Jan (Tammy) Clary, Sioux Falls, SD; LeRoy (Rhonda) Lautt, Plankinton, SD; Bryan (Tina) Lautt, Huron, SD. She was preceded in death by a premature infant child; and her grandparents.

James Kirkeby

June 14, 2015 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

James A. Kirkeby, 72, of Brandon, died Fri., June 12, 2015. His funeral service will be 11 AM Wed., June 17 at Brandon Lutheran Church. Visitation begins at 5 PM Tue., June 16 at George Boom Funeral Chapel in Brandon, where the family will greet friends from 5-7 PM. Condolences may be left at www.georgeboom.com.

Survivors include his wife, Marlene; 3 children, Kari (Ron) Heller and Michael (Wendy) Kirkeby, both of Brandon, Kristin (Joshua) Oliver, Sioux Falls; 6 grandchildren, Ella and Brielynn Heller, Joseph and Maxwell Kirkeby, Kambri and Kinsley Oliver; and a brother, Leland (Doris) Kirkeby, Dell Rapids.

Morris Smedsrud

June 14, 2015 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Morris Smedsrud, 88, died Fri., June 12, 2015. His funeral service will be 1 PM Tue., June 16 at Faith Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls. Visitation begins at 3 PM Mon., June 15 at George Boom Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Sioux Falls, where the family will greet friends from 6-8 PM. Condolences may be left at www.georgeboom.com.

Survivors include his children, Edward Smedsrud, Owatonna, MN, Chloye Smedsrud-Stelzer, Dell Rapids, Todd (Josette) Christenson, Boynton Beach, FL, Paul (JoAnn) Christenson, Sioux Falls, Allen Christenson, of Nevada; a daughter-in-law, Shelly Smedsrud, Sioux Falls; 8 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Gilbert (Pat) Smedsrud, Valley Springs.

Vivian Holter

June 10, 2015 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Vivian Emma Agnes (Berg) Holter, daughter of August and Olga (Stuerman) Berg, was born April 6, 1917 at Alvord, Iowa. She was baptized and attended the Lutheran Church in Alvord and was later confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Estelline. The family left Iowa in 1925 in a Columbia car with side curtains and moved to a farm near Estelline in the Hidewood Hills. Their furniture and livestock came by train. She attended grade school in Grange Township District #28.

She met her husband, Norman Holter at Toronto in 1937, at which time she was working at a store in Salem, SD, and after meeting Norman she left Salem and didn’t go back. They were married on April 5, 1938 and they lived with Adolph and Cece Holter for five months until they got a house of their own. A short time later they moved to a farm northeast of Bruce where they lived until they retired and moved into Estelline in 1981. Norman passed away on March 21, 1996 and she stayed in her home in Estelline until her health required her to move into an assisted living, first in Castlewood for the winters and later full-time at Edgewood Vista in Brookings. After a fall she was transferred to Brookview Manor, The Neighborhoods nursing home where she passed away on Friday, June 5, 2015 at the age of 98 years.

During her life, she was active in St. Petri Lutheran and later Grace Lutheran of Bruce, attending Circle, Bible Study, Ladies Aid and other church related activities. She also was a member of the Sons of Norway (even though she was German) and TOPS Club. She enjoyed the numerous activities in the Assisted Living and Nursing Home, especially the various church activities, bingo and musical programs. Vivian did beautiful Rosemaling, embroidery and made quilts. She was an excellent baker especially made good homemade buns and even lefse and rosettes (even if she was German). She embroidered many sets of dish towels for kids and grandkids. Vivian was always willing to help out when needed whether babysitting grandkids or just helping out. She loved flowers, gardening, Dairy Queen ice cream and chocolate.

She is survived by her children, Darvin (Terri) Holter and Bonnie (John) Top, all of Lake Poinsett, Wallace (Carla) Holter of Billings, MT; seven grandchildren, Richard Holter of Sioux Falls, LeaAnne Thompson of Sioux Falls, Laura (Gregg) Huewe of Dell Rapids, Steven (Ronnell) Top of Brookings, Sandra (Wally) Amundson of Harrisburg, Ryan Holter of Billings, MT and Tonya (Ben) Simpson of Erie, CO; 10 great grandchildren; two step great grandchildren; and one great great granddaughter.

Vivian was preceded in death by her husband Norman; sisters and their husbands, Eleanor and Herman Mauer, Almyra and Lee Goddard; two brothers, Vincent and Esther Berg and Waldo Berg; and a grandson-in-law Roger Thompson.

Her funeral service will be 11:00 AM, Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at Grace Free Lutheran Church in Bruce. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Tuesday at Geise Funeral Home in Estelline. Condolences may be left at www.geisefuneralhome.com.

Cecelia Meyers

June 10, 2015 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Cecelia “Sis” M. Meyers, 83, died on Tuesday, June 9, 2015.

Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 9:30 AM on Monday, June 15 at The Cathedral of St. Joseph, Sioux Falls. A Liturgical Wake Service and Holy Rosary will begin at 5 PM on Sunday at George Boom Funeral Home, Sioux Falls with the family present for visitation to follow until 7 PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider having a memorial mass to be offered in Cecelia’s name.

Grateful for having shared her life are her son, Robert Meyers, Sioux Falls; granddaughter, Shanna Davis; grandson, Derek (Samantha) Davis, Dell Rapids, SD; step-grandchild, Jada (Noah) Pyper, Sioux Falls; great-grandchildren: Riley and Caleb Van Orman; step great-grandchildren: Brayden, Westyn & Jaxon; 3 brothers: John (Kathleen) Petri, Humboldt, SD, Gerald (Carol) Petri, Madison, SD, and Thomas (Sue) Petri, Faribault, MN; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents: Edward & Josephine Petri; 3 brothers: Edward (Geraldine) Petri, Ronald Petri and Robert Petri. Condolences may be left at www.georgeboom.com.

Russ Walberg

June 3, 2015 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Russ C. Walberg, age 69, of Brookings, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2015 at the Golden Living Center in Arlington, SD.

Russ Carlisle Walberg was born on April 19, 1946 in Flandreau, SD the son of Carlyle and Emma Jeanne (Hoisington) Walberg. He grew up in the Flandreau area and graduated from Flandreau High School in 1964. He attended the University of South Dakota. He enlisted into the United States Army in 1965 and attended OCS Training and was commissioned into an Officer on April 11, 1967. He served as an Infantry Platoon Leader in Vietnam from October 1967 to October 1968. During his combat tour he earned his combat Infantryman Badge and a Bronze Star. He was united in marriage to Marjorie L. Mashek on January 12, 1969 in Fort Hood. TX. The couple moved to Moody County in 1970. He received his bachelor’s degree, worked different jobs and served in the Army Reserve for several years where he earned the rank of Major.

Russ enjoyed hunting and fishing with his kids and grandkids. He also was a car enthusiast, tinkering on cars and trucks on a regular basis. He was a member of the VFW, a lifetime member of the DAV and the U.S. Judo association.

He is survived by his wife: Marjorie of Brookings; seven children: Jessica (Andy) Jacobs of Hill City, Jennifer Austin of Brookings, Aaron (Mandy) Walberg of Aberdeen, Adam Hagemann of Sioux Falls, Amanda Taylor and Brianna Walberg both of Flandreau and Jordon Hagemann of Rutland; 17 grandchildren; three great grandchildren; two brothers: Danny Walberg of Nisswa, MN and Ricky (Sharon) Walberg of West Jasper, SD; two sisters: Judy (Mike) VandeVorde, of Sioux Falls and Carla (Terry) Schmidt of Dell Rapids and numerous nieces and nephews.

Russ is preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and one brother Dale.

A celebration of life service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 6, 2015 at Peace Lutheran Church in Brookings. Graveside services will be held Thursday, June 4 at Black Hills National Cemetery near Sturgis. Condolences may left at www.rudesfuneralhome.com.

Dorothy Ellen (Olson) Becket

June 3, 2015 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Dorothy Ellen Olson Beckett passed away peacefully in the presence of her family on June 2, 2015. Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Delmar; eight children, Stanley (Jane) Olson of Canon, Patricia Koepp, Ole (Betty) Olson, Jean Trusty (Jim Pusl), Leland Olson, Jr. (Margy), all of Sioux Falls, Paul (Jody) Olson of Highland, IN, Joan (Ron) Hegge of Dell Rapids, Susan (Jim) Clark of Spirit Lake, IA; Many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and numerous extended family and friends.

Celebration of Life will be 2pm on June 5 at Eastside Lutheran Church. Condolences may be left at www.chapelhillfuneralhome.com.

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