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Milton “Pin” Merry

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Milton “Pin” Merry, 92, of Dell Rapids passed away Monday, January 7, 2013 at The Avera Dells Area Health Center.

Funeral services will begin at 11:00 AM Thursday, January 10, 2013 at United Methodist Church in Dell Rapids. Burial will be in the Dell Rapids Cemetery.

Visitation will begin at 2:00 PM Wednesday with the family present from 5-7:00 PM at Minnehaha Funeral Home, Dell Rapids.   www.minnehahafuneralhome.com

Milton was born March 27, 1920 in Logan Township east of Dell Rapids to parents Grey and Emma (Norgaard) Merry. The family moved to Dell Rapids in December of 1920. He grew up and received his education in Dell Rapids, graduating from Dell Rapids High School in 1940. After graduation he was employed at Merry Brothers Garage.

Pin married Adelia Erickson on February 22, 1944 at the bride’s parent’s home in Blensmon Township in Moody County. The couple moved to a farm in Logan Township at that time, residing there for 49 years. They retired from farming and had their farm sale September 18, 1993. They moved to a house on Wyland Dr. in Dell Rapids September 21, 1993. In 2007 they moved to Orchard Hills in Dell Rapids. Dee Dee passed away July 25, 2011.

Pin was an active member of United Methodist Church, a board member of Hart School #27, Logan Township and Dell Rapids Cemetery. He also was a member of the Farm Bureau and IOOF Lodge #8 where he held local and district offices and was the Goodwill Ambassador for Dell Rapids. Pin especially enjoyed playing horseshoes and was very good at it. He belonged to many leagues and played tournaments around the state. He was a director for the State Horseshoe League for six years. Pin was honored September 2, 2000 when he was inducted into the South Dakota State Horseshoe Hall of Fame at a banquet in Madison, SD.

Grateful for having shared his life are his son, Stuart (Janice) Merry, Garrison, ND; daughter, Toni Lynne Poor Bear, Seattle, WA; fourteen grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Irma Etchererry, San Jose, CA and Georgia Lease, Rapid City, SD and many other relatives and friends.

Pin was preceded in death by his wife, Adelia; parents; son, Gordon Arthur; daughter, Bonita Louise and sister, Ora Brooks.

Arlene Stenberg

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The Funeral Service for Arlene Stenberg will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 in the Lutheran Church of Dell Rapids. Interment will be in the Colman Cemetery. Visitation will begin at noon on Monday, January 7, 2013 in the Kahler Funeral Home chapel. Family will be present to greet friends Monday evening at 6:00 p.m. and there will be a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. To leave condolences please visit www.kahlerfh.com.

Arlene was born to Roy and Josie Satre on March 27, 1930 in Veblen, SD. As first of their four children, she learned early a love of the land, the value of hard work, faith in a loving Savior, and the skills of being a resourceful homemaker. By high school years, she was boarding in Sisseton with relatives, and had met young Bob Stenberg through Bob’s sister, Arlene.

Arlene and Robert were married on September 3, 1949, and farmed near Sioux Falls. The birth of their daughter Candace, Air National Guard activation, Roxanne’s birth, resuming of farming in eastern SD, and then Sheryl’s arrival followed in rapid succession in the early 50’s. Farm life was hard and rewarding, with each move more productive. In 1967, they purchased the Dell Rapids farm and lived there until retirement years brought them ‘to town’. Each step along the way, Arlene and Bob were partners.

Arlene was creative and met challenges with humor and energy. She sewed, canned, cooked, gardened, worshiped, volunteered, shared Bob’s love of music, and traveled the world with enthusiasm and a positive outlook. She was very involved in Extension Services, both locally and statewide. She continued to learn new skills all through life and was generous in everything she did.

Arlene passed away on Friday, January 4, 2013 at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls. She was 82 and was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by Robert, her husband of 63 years; daughters Candace Trautman (Phillips) of Camano Island, WA, Roxanne Heimbuck (Randy) of Torrance, CA, and Sheryl Kelso (Ronald) of Arlington Heights, IL; 8 grandchildren and spouses and 7 great granddaughters; sister Mavis Showalter; brothers Roy and Lowell Satre; sisters and brothers in law; and many nieces and nephews. She will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her.

  www.kahlerfh.com

Burdette Solum

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Burdette C. Solum, age 85, of Watertown, SD, passed away on Friday, December 28, 2012 at Prairie Lakes Hospital in Watertown. A Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at the Holy Name Catholic Church in Watertown with Father John Lantsberger, Father Michael Wensing and Father Jerome Holtzman officiating. Becky Lubbers will be the song leader and Donna Williams will be the organist. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Watertown, SD. Military Honors will be conducted by Codington County Post 17 of the American Legion and Watertown Army National Guard Funeral Honors Team. Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 p.m., with a scripture service at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, at the Holy Name Catholic Church.

Pallbearers will be Burdette’s grandsons: Pat Solum, Chris Solum, Matthew Solum, Brady Solum, Jesse Nygaard, Kyle Solum, and Brent Solum.

Burdette Solum was born in Watertown on August 16, 1927 to Clarence and Maggie (Sumner) Solum and was raised on a farm near Florence, SD. He graduated from Florence High School and soon after, at the age of 18, was drafted into the Army at the end of World War II. Upon returning from the service, he enrolled at South Dakota State University in Brookings. Being a member of the SD National Guard, his unit was activated during the Korean War. When his 24 month tour of duty was over, he returned to SD and completed 21 years of military service as a member of the South Dakota Army National Guard.

On August 19, 1952, Burdette married Phyllis M. Wensing. The couple lived in Brookings for a short time allowing Burdette the opportunity to complete his BS degree in Agricultural Economics from SDSU. Upon graduation and after moving back to Watertown, he began his 36 year banking career at First Citizens National Bank, now Wells Fargo Bank, serving as its president for the last 10 years of his banking career before retiring in March of 1989.

After retiring from the bank, Burdette entered the world of politics and completed 5 terms as a respected member of the House of Representatives in the South Dakota Legislature.

Burdette was very active in community service. Included among the many boards and organizations he has served are: Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce, Watertown Rotary Club, Prairie Lakes Hospital Foundation, Watertown Area United Way, SD Bankers Association, SDSU Alumni Association, SDSU Foundation, Jaycees, and The American Legion.

Burdette is survived by his wife, Phyllis; his sons Roger (Lisbeth), Greg (Peg), Bob (Janet), and Jon (Stacy) all of Watertown and Mike of Dell Rapids; 18 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Ann Aker of Elkton, and Ruth Bludorn of Henry.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Alvin.

Arrangements by Wight, Comes & Sogn Funeral Chapel, www.wcsfc.com.

Christina Knippling

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Christina “Chris” Knippling, 67, of Sioux Falls, passed away on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at the Heart Hospital in Sioux Falls. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 4, 2012 at St. Joseph Cathedral, Sioux Falls. Visitation will be one hour prior to the start of the mass with a Rosary being prayed at 9:30 a.m. Interment will be in the St. Michael Cemetery, Sioux Falls, SD.  To leave condolences please visit www.kahlerfh.com.

Christina (Chris) Wilkinson Knippling, was born October 28th, 1945 in Montreal Quebec, Canada. She was the tenth child of Wilfrid and Thelma (Ryan) Wilkinson. She attended St. Rita’s grade school, Puis X H.S. and then graduated from the Montreal General Hospital’s Nursing School as a R.N.A.

Following graduation she spent a year in Desmarais, Alberta. Serving as a missionary, working with young Cree children. She then moved to London, England, for ten months helping her sister Carole. Upon her return she worked at the Montreal General Hospital.
A visit to South Dakota in 1971 changed her life completely when she met and fell in love with Lambert Knippling. They were married later that year on August 14th at Immaculate Conception Parish, in Stephan S.D.
Although they never had children themselves, many summers found their home bursting with mischief and laughter as they welcomed Lambert’s grandchildren and Chris’ nieces and nephews from Canada. and England. They were happily married for 13 years. Lambert passed away March 5, 1985.

After Lambert death, Chris moved to Chamberlain S.D. where she worked at Mid Dakota Hospital. She completed Foster Parent Training, and spent the next 10 years opening her home and sharing her love with 42 children, three of whom she adopted.
She earned a degree in Food Management and worked for the Chamberlain High School. Later she changed jobs and worked for the Chamberlain Nursing Home and Assisted Living Home where she brought love and laughter to many elderly people.

In 2009 Chris ‘s health required her to move to Sioux Falls, there she lived with her friend Yvette Gereats. On Dec 10th she had heart valve repair surgery. She passed away on Dec 26th. from complications due to this surgery.

Chris had a deep faith and served God well. She taught Catechism for years at Stephan, served on parish councils, was an active member in Alter society, and loved singing in the choir. She was a person many turned to and could count on. She was a great example of Faith by her cheerful acceptance of the many crosses God sent her. She was especially appreciative of God’s gift of beauty in nature and enjoyed capturing it with her ever present camera. She will be dearly missed by many!

Chris is preceded in death by her husband Lambert, her parents, three brother-in-laws, one sister-in law, and a niece and nephew. She is survived by her siblings: Ursula (Jean) Lafontaine, Wilfred (Joan) Wilkinson, Gerry (Frank) Legrove, Carole (Tom) O’Neill, Sr. Eleanor Wilkinson OSSR, Tommy (Audrey) Wilkinson, Frank (Cynthia) Wilkinson, and John (Claire) Wilkinson, all from Canada. Also by 36 nieces and nephews and numerous grand and great grand nieces and nephews.

Enas H. Haak

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Enas H. Haak, 97, of Dell Rapids, died on Thursday, December 27, 2012 at the Dell Rapids Nursing and Rehab Center in Dell Rapids. His funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at the Reformed Church. Interment will be in the Logan Reformed Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will be from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at Kahler Funeral Home. www.kahlerfh.com.

Enas H. Haak was born on April 19, 1915 on a farm east of Dell Rapids in Logan Township to Henry W. and Gertrude (Janssen) Haak. His father died when he was 10 years old. Enas farmed with his mother and brother until 1936 when he starting farming on his own.

He married Eleanor (Heeren) Rowenhorst on August 18, 1940 at the Logan Reformed Church. The couple continued farming on the family farm until 1975 when Enas retired and his son took over the farm. They remained living on the farm until 1991 when they moved into Dell Rapids.

He was a member of the Reformed Church, serving on many offices of the church. He was on the district #86 school board, a Logan Township Supervisor, and Vice President of the Terrace Manor Nursing Home Board when it was founded.

Enas is survived by his children, Elmer (Hattie) Haak of Dell Rapids, Elaine (Arthur) Braa of Rapid City, Robert (Carol) Haak of Peoria, AZ and Anita (Carrick) Scott of Albany, OR; his daughter-in-law, Laurie Haak of Cortez, CO; his ten grandchildren and seven great grandchildren and his many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife Eleanor in 2010, his son, Arnold, his daughter, Ruth, his brother, Alven and his sister, Cristine Evans.

Marvin D. Hanson

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Marvin was born April 11, 1919 to parents Thomas and Tilda (Sundal) Hanson in Sioux Falls.  He grew up near Dell Rapids and attended the Hanson Country School, which he later bought and moved to his farm for a garage. He then joined the United States Army in 1945 and spent time in France. He was on his way to Japan when the atomic bombs were dropped and then spent time in the Philippines. After returning to the states he spent time as a Military Police Officer on passenger trains on the Atlantic coast.  After returning home, he farmed and later worked at John Morrell

Marvin married Ruby Klanderud April 4, 1948 at Willow Creek Lutheran Church.

Marvin was an active member of the Willow Creek Lutheran Church, where he was custodian for many years and served on the cemetery board.  He was on the board of directors of the Baltic Lumber and Elevator Board.  He also was an active member of the Baltic American Legion. He enjoyed local conversations with relatives, neighbors and friends.

Marvin passed away December 25, 2012 at Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls at the age of 93.

Grateful for having shared his life are his wife, Ruby, Dell Rapids, sons, Mervin (Mary) Hanson, Sioux Falls; Perry Hanson, Bakersfield, CA; daughters, Kathy Rindels, Chamberlain; Linda Hanson, Sioux Falls; six grandchildren, Candice Hanson, Courtney Hanson, Caitlyn Hanson, Nathan Hanson, Dustin Hanson, and Mitchell Hanson; two great grandchildren, Caleb and Cameron Hanson; a brother, Richard Hanson, Harrisburg; two sisters, Delores (Harold) Simkins and Esther (Charles) Nelson, both of Sioux Falls; sisters in law, Merrna Hanson And Shirley Hanson, both of Sioux Falls.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Tilda Hanson; a grandson, Seth; two brothers, Robert and Arnold; a sister, Gladys Mesch and a sister in law, Sally Hanson.

www.minnehahafuneralhome.com

Mary M. Schwebach

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Mary M. Schwebach, 91, of Dell Rapids passed away on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at the Good Samaritan Village in Sioux Falls. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, December 31, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Mary Catholic Church. Interment will be in the St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 30, 2012 at Kahler Funeral Home. The family will be present to greet friends from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. The Christian Wake Service will begin at 4:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. To leave condolences please visit www.kahlerfh.com.

Mary Mergen was born on September 17, 1921 near Dell Rapids, the daughter of Matt and Anna Mergen. She grew up on a farm north of Dell Rapids and attended country school. Mary graduated from St. Mary High School in 1939. She then worked for the Civil Service in Wichita, KS and Kansas City, Kansas.

Mary returned home to Dell Rapids and married Francis J. Schwebach on April 30, 1946 in St. Mary Catholic Church. They made their home in Dell Rapids their entire married life. Mary worked in the family business, F.J. Schwebach Plumbing and Heating, until she retired in 1981. Fritz passed away on March 28, 2002. Mary remained in her home until September of 2012.

Mary was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and Altar Society. She volunteered at Padre’s for many years, retiring in June of this year. Mary loved watching sunsets at their cabin on Lake Madison since 1970.

Mary passed away on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at the Good Samaritan Village in Sioux Falls. She was 91 and was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, six sisters, and a granddaughter.

Those left to cherish her memory are her two sons, Lynn (Linda) of Greenville, SC and Rand (Mignonne) of Sioux Falls; her two daughters, Paula (Craig) Meyer of Sioux Falls and Patricia (Mark) Deis of Forest VA; her sixteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; and her sister, Alverda Neary of Rapid City.

LaRita Kay Bagley Tebbe

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LaRita Kay Tebbe, 64, died on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at the Dougherty Hospice House in Sioux Falls.

Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 AM on Monday, December 10, 2012 at St. Lambert Catholic Church in Sioux Falls, with burial at St. Michael Cemetery in Sioux Falls. Visitation will begin at 6:00 PM on Sunday at George Boom Funeral Home, Sioux Falls, www.georgeboom.com,  with a Liturgical Prayer Service followed by the Holy Rosary at 7:00 PM.

LaRita Kay Bagley was born on December 17, 1947 in Madison, SD to Price and Mable (Corey) Bagley. She received her education in Madison graduating high school in 1967. She then furthered her education at General Beadle State Teachers College in Madison.

On June 23, 1973 LaRita was united in marriage with Lyle Tebbe at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dell Rapids, SD. The couple made their home in Sioux Falls. LaRita spent 25 years working for the Catholic Diocese of Eastern South Dakota; retiring in 2009. She had a deep love of her Catholic faith and served as a mentor to many seminarians.

LaRita enjoyed knitting, needlepoint, and craft designs. She was an avid reader; especially Agatha Christy novels. She was a loving daughter, wife, sister, aunt, cousin and friend who will be dearly missed.

Grateful for having shared her life are her husband, Lyle, Sioux Falls; brother, Robert (Jeany) Bagley, Arco, MN; brothers and sisters-in-laws, Merlin (Clarice) Tebbe, Colton, SD, Evelyn Tebbe, Las Vegas, NV, Arlene Zimmer, Sioux Falls, Rosetta (Don) Geraets, Mason City, IA, Carol Tebbe, Fircrest, WA, Dianne (Robert) Levey, Las Vegas, NV and Mary (Steve) Ehnis, Phoenix, AZ; 31 nieces and nephews; and special friends, Jim and Connie Seiler, Sioux Falls.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Price and Mable Bagley; brother, Dearld Bagley; and brother-in-law, David Zimmer.

Mary “MJ” Betsworth

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Mary “MJ” Betsworth, 66, of Sioux Falls, passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2012 at her home. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, December 14, 2012 at St. Lambert Church. Visitation will be held two hours prior to the start of the mass. Interment will be in St. Michael Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Kahler Funeral Home, www.kahlerfh.com,

Mary Jane “MJ” Marquardt was born on July 23, 1946 in Sioux Falls, the daughter of Howard and Lucille Marquardt. She grew up in in Sioux Falls and attended school at O’Gorman, graduating in 1964. MJ was a member of the National Honor Society. She went to work at Northwestern Bell Telephone Co. as a Secretary/Stenographer right out of high school. MJ married Dan Betsworth on July 18, 1969. She worked for Prudential Financial from 1966 to 1994, the Minnehaha Public Defenders Office from 1995 to 1997, and Raven Industries from 1997 to 2008, when she retired.

MJ served as a Citizen’s Patrol Officer in Sioux Falls and sang with Joyful Noise at St. Lambert Church. She enjoyed reading murder mysteries and working in her lawn and garden.

MJ is survived by her son, Christopher (Barb) Betsworth of Sioux Falls; her daughter, Jennifer Betsworth of Sioux Falls; her seven grandchildren, Matthew, Haley, Orion, Lauren, Jacob, Emily, and Samuel; her brother, Howard Marquardt of Sioux Falls; her sister, Suzanne (Joe) Feuling of Washington; and many nieces and nephews.

MJ was preceded in death by her parents and a beloved aunt and uncle.

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