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Robert “Bob” Stenberg

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Robert “Bob” D. Stenberg, 85, of Dell Rapids passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2013 at the Dells Nursing and Rehab Center after a lengthy illness with cancer. His funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at the Lutheran Church of Dell Rapids. Interment will be in the Colman Cemetery with Military Rites provided by the Dell Rapids American Legion Post. Visitation will begin at noon on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Kahler Funeral Home with the family present at 6:00 p.m. and a prayer service beginning at 7:00 p.m. To leave condolences please visit www.kahlerfh.com

Bob was born August 22, 1927, the third son of Ove and Alma Stenberg, of Colman, SD. The family, which eventually consisted of seven children, was part of a larger, very musical family in the strong Danish community of hard-working farmers in rural Colman. His early years included stories of hard work, fun times, amazing grace, and lots of love that greatly shaped Bob’s character. He was a graduate of Egan High School in 1945, and attended a bit of college at Iowa State.

Bob met Arlene Satre through his sister Arlene, and they were married on September 3, 1949. Theirs was a marriage that endured and flourished. He farmed with his brother DeVere near Sioux Falls until he was activated in the Air National Guard during the Korean Conflict. The young family which now included daughter Candace, moved to an air force base near Rapid City. Roxanne was born ‘out west’. After that stint, he farmed near Colman, where Sheryl was born. Farming years included Renner and Trent before their final move to Dell Rapids. Bob became an active member of each community in which he lived, volunteering, serving in the churches, and making life-long friends. His strong love of family held it all together.

Bob loved the land. Every farming decision was made with the latest knowledge possible. He spent evenings pouring over farming magazines and publications. He was an environmentalist, an economist and businessman, an innovator, an experienced handyman, a mentor to young farmers, and a man of faith who knew farming depended on the rains and mercy of God.

Hobbies were a big part of his life. He had a great love for music. His long membership in the Mandskor and church choir brought him much joy. He was always eager to attend concerts and musical stage productions. Woodworking and stained glass brought much beauty. He and Arlene loved to travel–especially to see the wonderful family members in Denmark.

Bob’s community service included participation on township boards from 1952-1984. Helping organize the Association of Towns and Townships in SD, Bob did diligent homework and worked for the best interest for all. He served as Chairman of the Minnehaha County Planning and Zoning Commission and was active in the American Legion.

Robert is preceded in death by his parents, brother DeVere, sister Elizabeth, and his dear wife Arlene.

He is survived by his daughters Candace Trautman (Phillips), Roxanne Heimbuck (Randal), and Sheryl Kelso (Ronald); brothers Virgil, David, and Bennett and sister Arlene Lellelid; eight grandchildren, 7 great granddaughters, and many nieces and nephews.

Mattie Wood

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Mattie E. Wood, 96, of Dell Rapids passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at the Dells Nursing and Rehab Center. Mattie’s funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 22, 2013 in the Kahler Funeral Home Chapel. The family will be present for visitation from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday in the funeral home.

Mattie Wood passed from this world on April 17, 2013 at the Dells Nursing and Rehab Center where she had been a resident since the summer of 2012. She was born in Ward Township to parents Thomas E. Dexter and Laura M. Anderson Dexter. She and her Three siblings were raised on the family farm, and attended school in Ward. Her three siblings, sister Valeda, and brothers Eldon and Lee preceded her in death.

At age 22 she married Russell Fox in Flandreau, and four children were born of this marriage – Mary Ann, Gerald, Kathie, and Jim. She was widowed at the age of 26. Her sister Valdeda and her parents all pitched in and helped her with the four children. Later she moved to Sioux Falls, and that was her home until moving to Dell Rapids. In 1947 she met and married Elon A. Wood from Ohio. He preceded her in death in 1999. During her years in Sioux Falls, she worked for Morrells for over 30 years. She made many lifelong friends during her years there. After retirement, she went to work for Hy-Vee Foods, and worked there until her 90th birthday! She loved her job, and all the people she met. No matter where she worked she always did her best.

Mattie is survived by daughters Kim of Dell Rapids and Mary Ann of Spokane, Wa., grand children Regan, and Erin of Sioux Falls, CP of Spokane, and April and Beau of Deer Park, NY, great grandchildren, Haley, Allie, Annie, Michael and Matt of Sioux Falls, Jaden Patrick of Spokane, and Diamond, Destiny, and Lenny of New York. She is preceded in death by three of her children, Gerald, Kathie, and Jim.

During her lifetime she endured many tragedies but she never lost her faith, and always did her best. She was well loved and will be missed by many.

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Ella Ree Doss

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Ella Marie (aka) Ella Ree was born on September 10, 1915 to William and Carrie (McCarty) Breuer in Larchwood, IA. She attended rural public schools, and graduated from Rock Rapid high school. After a term at Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls, IA, she taught in a rural country school in Logan Township for six years.

On August 23, 1939, Ella Ree was united in marriage to Wayne Doss of Rock Rapids, IA. They raised four children and a special niece, Diane Breuer, who joined the family at age three after the death of her mother. They successively lived in Rock Rapids, Sioux Falls and Mitchell, SD before purchasing an International Harvester dealership in Salem, SD in 1950. Ella Ree was involved in the running of the business, and kept the books for the several years of its operation. After Wayne’s death in 1976 she and the family continued to operate the Implement Business for another 10 years.

Ella Ree was a member of St. Mary’s Altar Society, the National Catholic Society of Foresters, and part of a Kitchen Kadoodler Band for several years. She enjoyed playing cards and belonged to several different card clubs playing well into her 90’s. Ella Ree loved spending time with her grandchildren playing cards, board games and attending their various activities.

Ella Ree continued to live in Salem until 2003 when she moved to Sioux Falls to be closer to her children. Grateful for having shared her life are her four children and a special niece, Diane Breuer. Survivors include Allan Doss, Lakewood, WA, Dean (Donna) Doss, Brookings, SD, Carol Doss and Cindy (Bert) Olson, Sioux Falls, SD, and Diane (Mark) Jorgensen, Aberdeen, SD, ten grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Ella Ree was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Wayne, brothers Robert and Donald Breuer, three sisters; Sister Mary Eldred (Mildred Breuer), Eileen Kerkvliet and Betty Schrers and a daughter-in-law Toni Doss.

Robert “Bob” Richter

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Robert H. Richter, 76, of Sioux Falls formerly of Madison passed away from leukemia on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at the Avera Dougherty Hospice House.

Funeral services will begin at 11:00 AM Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Sioux Falls. Visitation will begin at 9:30 AM on Saturday until the time of the service at the church. Burial will be in the Graceland Cemetery at Madison.

He farmed his entire life except for the years he served in the United States Navy from 1954 to 1957. He married Pat Belfrage on June 12, 1965.

His passion for farming, love of nature and love of music served him well. He sang bass in the Madison Methodist Church Choir and the Emissaries Quartet for about 25 years. He was a 50 year member of the United Methodist Church where he served on the finance committee. Presently, he was a member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church. He served on the Herman Township Board and Lake County Zoning Board for many years.

He is survived by his wife, Pat Richter, Sioux Falls, son, Max Richter, Minneapolis, MN; a daughter, Holly (Brent) Richter, St. Paul, MN; sister, Marlene (Eugene) Boer, Madison; sister-in-law, Peg (Keith) Nelson, Dell Rapids; step mother, Vi Belfrage, Sioux Falls; three nephews and three nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Laura Richter, his in-laws, Lewis and Evelyn Belfrage, and a sister Joyce in 1950 at the age of 11.  www.minnehahafuneralhome.com

Jeanette Nelson

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Jeanette Bernice Nelson, 88, of Normal, IL, formerly of Dell Rapids, SD, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2013 at Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center, Normal, IL.  Her funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at the United Methodist Church, Dell Rapids. Interment will be in the Graceland Cemetery in Madison, SD. Visitation will start two hours prior to the start of the funeral service on Saturday.

Jeanette was born July 10, 1924 Madison, SD, the daughter of Robert and Lydia Jermis Heinold. She married Merritt Franklin Nelson on February 14, 1946 in Pipestone, MN. They made their home and farmed in Colman , South Dakota. Jeanette adapted well to the farm as she milked cows, tended chickens, and made numerous meals for the men during haying and harvest. She was active with the other farm wives in her area and loved to play cards and dance. Merrit passed away in 2002. She moved to Bloomington , IL in January 2004 to be near her family. She enjoyed friends and activities at Bickford House before moving to Sugar Creek where she was blessed by the love and care she received from staff.

Jeanette was a member of the United Methodist Church, Dell Rapids, SD, the Senior Citizens Club, Jolly Workers Extension Club, and Dell Rapids American Legion Auxiliary.

She is preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Raymond Heinold, one sister, Evelyn Heinold.

Jeanette is survived by her children, Douglas (Bev) Nelson of Gridley, IL and her daughter, Carol Nelson of Bloomington, IL; her two granddaughters, Kristen (Carl) Drake of Bloomington, IL and Kimberly (Andrew) Thompson of Chicago, IL, her three great grandchildren, Ben, Ella, and Dylan Drake of Bloomington, IL and numerous nieces and nephews with whom she had a close relationship.

Memorials may be directed to the United Methodist Church, Dell Rapids.  www.kahlerfh.com

William “Bill” Foster

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William “Bill” Jay Foster, 72, of Dell Rapids passed away Thursday, April 11, 2013 at home surrounded by his family and friends. A final farewell and celebration of life will be held as an open house at the Dell Rapids Legion Hall May 4, 2013 from 5:00 to 10:00 PM. Bill wanted no “weeping and wailing” over his leaving. He hoped for joy, laughter and sharing memories.

Bill was born August 30, 1940 in Sioux Falls to parents Earl “Buzz” and Mary Ellen (Moran) Foster. He graduated from Cathedral High School in 1958. On May 4, 1963 Bill married Carol Sward in Dell Rapids. He was employed by John Morrell and Company for 41 years, retiring in 2006.

Grateful for having shared his life are his wife, Carol; daughters, Deb Foster and Jill (Barry) Mark; sons; Billy (Sonja) Foster and Joe (Kerri) Foster; grandchildren, Eric, Sean, Noah and Cassidy; sister, Pat Sward; brother, Dale (Vikki) Foster; aunts, Peg Nieber and Pat Nelson; a host of other relatives and friends and his faithful four legged friends, Ranger and Sadie. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Art, Jim and Bob (Buzz); sister, Carol Pennington and brother-in-law, Terry Sward.

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Marie Stone

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Marie F. Stone, 97, of Dell Rapids passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2013 at the Dells Area Health Center. Her funeral service will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, 2013 at the United Methodist Church, Dell Rapids. Interment will be in the Dell Rapids Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will be from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Kahler Funeral Home.  http://kahlerfh.com

Brian Koster

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Brian B. Koster, 44, of Dell Rapids passed away Sunday, April 7, 2013.

Funeral services will begin at 11:00 AM Friday, April 12, 2013 at the Lutheran Church of Dell Rapids. Burial will be in the Dell Rapids Cemetery.

Visitation will begin at 4:00 PM with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Thursday at the Minnehaha Funeral Home in Dell Rapids.

Brian Bruce Koster was born November 11, 1968 to Bruce and Marlene (Thom) Koster in Lakefield, MN. He grew up in Lakefield then moved with his family to Valley Springs, SD in 1983.

Brian graduated in 1988 from Brandon Valley High School. He worked in the trucking and machining industries. He was working at Raven Industries in the machine shop at the time of his death.

Brian married Joni Zell in Dell Rapids March 26, 1994. They have two children, Brianna and Kamren. He loved spending time with his family, especially his children. He enjoyed racing, camping, working in his garage and most of all racing his ATV.

Grateful for having shared his life are his wife, Joni and children, Brianna and Kamren, Dell Rapids; parents, Andre and Marlene Volz, Sherman, SD; brother, Randy (Stacey) and their children, Madisen, Mason and Miah, Sioux Falls; grandparents, Gary and Renate Volz, Lakefield, MN; mother-in-law, Betty Zell, Sioux Falls; brother-in-law, Rob (Cindy) Zell and their children, Amanda, Jordan, Brady, Elli, Lauren and Cooper, Brandon, SD; aunts and uncles, Donna, Mary, Edward, Richard, Ronald, Jerry, Rita, Russell, Donald, Andrea, Jeff, Blanche, Gail, Linda, Beth, Jill, Laurel, Julie, Lee and Shelley; Bruce Koster; and many other relatives and friends.

Brian was preceded in death by his grandparents; uncle, Joel Koster; father-in-law, Veralyn Zell and step father-in-law, Bob Booze.   www.minnehahafuneralhome.com

Vernon Matthews

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Vernon Matthews was born March 26, 1920, in rural Flora, Mississippi, to sharecroppers, and passed April 7, 2013, at the Dell Rapids Nursing and Rehab Center. He was the fourth of six children. He survived the Great Flood of 1927 and malaria, and he was always amazed that he lived to be 93, the last surviving family member of his generation. His family moved to Southern California in 1936 during the Depression, where he picked grapes and other fruits and vegetables for ten cents an hour to help support the family. At 20, he went to work for Carnation Milk Co., and was the first person to win the initial war bond given by the company for increased sales on his route.

At 21, Vernon was drafted into the Army and stationed in Sioux Falls, SD, as an MP at the base during WWII. Always an extrovert, he made many life-long friends, the most important was his eventual wife, Signa (Sue) Jakobsen. They married in 1945 and finished out Vernon’s Army career in Fort Benning, GA. They moved back to Southern California where they awaited the birth of their son, Wayne.

Vernon and Sue moved back to South Dakota to farm with Sue’s father, Knute, near Hudson in 1947. Their family grew as they added daughters Glenda Tesmer of Springbrook, WI, and Nola Connor of Colton, SD. By 1956, it was apparent the farm economy would not support their family, so they packed everything up and moved to northern California where Vernon became a police officer with the University of California, working at the Lawrence Livermore Laboratory nuclear development facility. After getting the kids through college, Vernon felt the pull of the land and retired from the police department at 55 to return to farming his beloved Beaver Bend Ranch near Hudson. At his retirement party, he took the microphone and told jokes for almost an hour. That was Dad!

Vernon farmed from 1975 until 2002, but he continued to raise his famous and elaborate garden each year. He took great pride in sharing the fruits and vegetables of his labor with the local nursing home and a multitude of friends and neighbors. His beloved wife passed away in 1988. He moved to Orchard Hills Congregate Living Center in Dell Rapids in 2009 and to Dells Nursing and Rehab Center in March of this year. He never lost his Mississippi drawl, which always brought comments from those he met. Vernon is survived by his three children, four grandchildren, and one great grandchild. Private family services will be held. Memorials should be directed to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to 46481 246th St, Colton, SD 57018.

John “Jack” Moberg

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John B. “Jack” Moberg, 76, lifelong resident of Brookings area, died on Monday, April 1, 2013 at the Golden Living Center in Lake Norden, SD. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 5, at Rude’s Funeral Home with visitation one hour prior to the service.

John B. “Jack” Moberg was born on December 27, 1936 in Brookings, SD, the son of John B. and Golda (Bishop) Moberg. He grew up and attended school in Brookings, graduating from Brookings High School in 1956. He attended South Dakota State University and Dakota State University.

He was united in marriage to Marlys Headrick in Flandreau in 1958. They had three children: John, Marci, and Teresa.

He worked at S.D.S.U. Frost Arena for many years. He was very well known for his ability to cook. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and sportsman.

John is survived by his son, John W. Moberg of Sioux Falls, SD; two daughters, Marci M. Tingle of Sioux Falls, SD, Teresa L. Dirks of Dell Rapids, SD; six grandchildren, Chris Tingle, Ashley Tingle, Cody (Ariel) Ness, Dylan Moberg, Trenton Dirks, Brayden Dirks; one great grandson, Lucas Kashmarek.

He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Anna Mae Johnston. Condolences may be sent to the family through www.rudesfuneralhome.com.

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