Obituary Listing

Mar 5, 2026

Arland Arne Rusten, age 83, passed away peacefully in his home at Tea, South Dakota in the early morning dawn on March 5, 2026. A memorial service will be held at Wass Funeral Home in Beresford, SD at 2PM on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Visitation with the family present will start at 1PM.

Arland was born July 18, 1942 to Arne...

Feb 26, 2026

Virginia Rist, born on June 11, 1940, in Freeman, South Dakota, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, in Centerville, South Dakota. She was a beloved daughter of Gideon and Verlinda (Aman) Handel. Virginia’s journey was marked by her dedication to family, community, and her faith.

Virginia graduated from Freeman High School in 1958 and went on to earn her elementary...

Feb 26, 2026

Rodney Schempp, 94, of Alcester, SD, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, at Dow Rummel Village in Sioux Falls, SD.

Rodney Duane Schempp was born February 22, 1932, to parents John and Doris (Hall) Schempp in rural Canton, South Dakota. He was joined by sister Marilyn in 1933 and brother Marvin in 1939. At an early age, Rodney and his...

Feb 21, 2026

We are so thankful you are here to celebrate the life of our beautiful and amazing daughter, Kylee Jean Collins. She was born on Friday, July 13th, 2007 in Sioux Falls, SD. A happy baby from the start, she was always full of smiles and giggles. She was a fast learner and loved to be involved in anything and everything...

Feb 7, 2026

Joe Glen Griffith was born on January 15th, 1969 in Huron, SD and passed away peacefully at home February 7th, 2026. He was 57 years and 22 days old.

Joe spent his early years in both Huron, SD and Kirbyville, TX as his father was a beekeeper. He graduated from Huron High School and went on to...

Feb 7, 2026

Craig Scott Cramton was born November 6, 1972 and passed away February 7, 2026 at the age of 53. He lost his fight with cancer but kept a positive attitude throughout his short journey.

Craig enjoyed riding motorcycle, listening to music, taking pictures of the outdoors and backroad drives, but mostly, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. His...

Feb 5, 2026

Ezekiel Tobias Fickbohm was born November 17, 2003 to Jason and Stacy (Johnson) Fickbohm in Sioux Falls, SD. He died February 5, 2026 in Alcester at the age of 22 years.

Zeke, also known as "Squeak" in his younger years, loved the outdoors whether rock climbing, hunting or fishing. He raised ducks and chickens and enjoyed playing...

Feb 3, 2026

Norma Jean Stene was born August 14, 1930 in Merrill, Iowa to Elmer and Ruth (Eberhard) Wetrosky.  She died February 3, 2026 at Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls at the age of 95 years, five months and 19 days.

The family moved to South Dakota on 1938. She was raised on the family farm near...

Feb 2, 2026

Gerald Lee Voss, known to most as Jerry, died on Monday, February 2, 2026, in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Jerry was born on March 12, 1942, to Hans and Edna (Briggle) Voss on the family farm near Beresford, South Dakota. He grew up there alongside his younger siblings—Ron, Patty, Doug, and Randy—rooted in the land and shaped...

Jan 26, 2026

Roger Allen Hansen was born March 25, 1945 in Hooker, SD and passed suddenly during a hospital stay in Sioux Falls, SD on January 26th, 2026, at 80 years and 10 months.  His Mother, Dorathy (Hammond) Hansen and father, Raymond Hansen farmed near Viborg, SD until his father's health required different employment.  They moved to Sioux City, IA where...

Jan 26, 2026

Dale W. Kirk, age 83, of Centerville, SD died Jan. 26, 2026 at Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls. A memorial gathering will be held from 12-3PM at the Centerville American Legion.

Dale Wayne Kirk was born May 1, 1942, in Vermillion, S.D. to Dallas and Clara (Kotzea) Kirk.  Dale had several jobs over the years including farming and working...

Jan 21, 2026

Services will be live streamed on Facebook at Scandia Lutheran Church .

Robert A. Eilmes was born March 21, 1949 in Yankton, South Dakota to Eugene and Fernetta (Snoozy) Eilmes. He died January 21, 2026 at Dougherty Hospice in Sioux Falls, SD at the age of 76 years and 10 months.

Bob was a gentle...

Jan 11, 2026

Linda Louise Stewart Quartier was born on November 4, 1947, in Wagner, SD, to parents Marvin and Louise (Reelfs) Stewart.  Linda passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the age of 78 after a long battle with breast cancer.

Linda grew up in Wagner, SD, where she attended school. She married Roger Lee Quartier on...

2026

Jeanette Ann (Fray) Duerst was born on August 22, 1939, in Vermillion, South Dakota, to Vina (Johnson) and Rolf Fray. She was the younger twin to her brother, Jerald “Jerry” Rolf Fray (wife Carolyn), and had a younger sister, Linda, who passed away in 1990 from Multiple Sclerosis. Jeanette grew up on a farm south of Centerville, SD. When she...

Dec 24, 2025

Our Savior Jesus Christ has destroyed death and brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel. Let us remember with thanksgiving what God has done through His servant, Kevin. Kevin Hamilton was given life by his creator and was born on July 31, 1962, the adopted child of Wayne and Lorraine (Barinsky) Hamilton. On December 30, 1962 he...

Dec 24, 2025

Priscilla Landsman, age 95 of Centerville, was called home to her Savior on December 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Priscilla Ann (Peterson) Landsman was born July 3, 1930 in Washburn, North Dakota, to Ellsworth and Ida (Oakland) Peterson. Her early years took her from Washburn to Lewisburg and Nashville, Tennessee, before calling Centerville,...

Dec 23, 2025

Donald Hookie, of Centerville, South Dakota, passed away surrounded by loved ones at the Sioux Falls VA Cottage on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Don will be remembered for his witty personality and generous spirit—qualities that touched everyone who knew him.

Born on August 6, 1942, in Lake Preston, South Dakota, Don was the third of seven children...

Dec 23, 2025

Funeral services will be 10AM Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church with burial to follow at Nazareth Cemetery, rural Beresford, SD. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Services will be live streamed at: emmanuel lutheran church

Leonard Russell Paulsen was born October 10, 1959 in Canton, South...

Dec 16, 2025

Steven Eggen was born in Sisseton, SD to parents Magnus and Delores (Westby) Eggen.  He and his sister, Lindsey, grew up surrounded by extended family, sharing many cherished gatherings. He often fondly recalled Fourth of July celebrations that emphasized time together, along with memorable lessons on fireworks safety. His parents inspired in him a lifelong commitment to service and...

Dec 10, 2025

Dennis Nile Buseman was born June 22, 1947 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota to Henry and Annetta (Bartels) Buseman. He died December 10, 2025 at his home in Viborg, SD at the age of 78 years. Funeral services will be 10AM Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at First Baptist Church, 700 SD-44, Chancellor, SD 57015; burial with military honors will...