Obituaries

Jul 25, 2025

Jana Marie Croy was born on September 23, 1957, in Las Vegas, Nevada, to Barbara and Daniel Croy. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Randy and David Croy.

A natural athlete, Jana raced motorcycles, played softball, and loved spending time outdoors. Whether camping under the stars or casting a line while fishing,...

Jul 23, 2025

Kay King, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of Christ, went home to be with the Lord on July 23rd, 2025 with her loving husband by her side.

Kay was born on April 16, 1942 to Charles (Bud) and Mae Keffeler. She was the third of four children, joining her big sister Darleen and big...

Jul 23, 2025

April Dawn Askew "Dawn", age 83, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Wednesday, July 23, 2025, surrounded by loving family.

Dawn was born in Powell, Wyoming, at dawn, to Howard and Wanda Wilder, April 9, 1942.

Home was a dairy farm just outside Powell. She was one of 4 children,...

Jul 22, 2025

Gail Theo Reed was born August 30th, 1946, in Mobridge, SD to Ted and Leota (Clevenger) Sogge and was later joined by 3 Brothers Leo, Garry, and Randy.  She started her life growing up on ranches near Trail City, Mclaughlin, and West of Mobridge, SD on the Missouri River and attended school through the 8th grade in Mobridge.

Jul 19, 2025

John Edward Paulson, 75, of Sturgis, SD, passed away Saturday July 19, 2025 at Fort Meade VA Medical Center in Sturgis, SD.

Jul 19, 2025

Benjamin Joseph Harris, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and faithful servant of God, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 6:46 a.m., at the age of 77.

Born on March 31, 1948, in Orlando, Florida, to Homer and Mildred Harris, Benjamin lived a life defined by faith, service, and dedication. At the age of 20,...

Jul 18, 2025

William Henry Pawlowski, 92, Park City, MT passed away July 18, 2025 at Department of Veterans Affairs, Fort Meade, SD. At his request, a private family interment has occurred.

William Henry Pawlowski was born November 19, 1932 to William August and Ella (Kruse) Pawlowski. Bill had five brothers and three sisters. At 18 ½ years of age,...

Jul 17, 2025

Wayne Ellis Overland was born on September 4, 1935, to Ruth and Freeman (Dewey) Overland in Faith, South Dakota. He grew up with seven siblings in the iconic stone house on Pine Creek, where his early years were filled with trapping, hunting, fishing, and a healthy dose of mischief. He and his older brother Clayton developed a particular knack...

Jul 17, 2025

Gregory J. Overholt, 77, Piedmont, SD passed away Thursday, July, 17, 2025 at Monument Health Rapid City Hospital.  Visitation for Greg will be held from 5:00 Pm to 7:00 PM, Thursday, July 24 at Our Lady of the Black Hills Catholic Church in Piedmont, with a Vigil Service at 7:00 PM.  Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00...

Jul 16, 2025

Dean Arthur Sorenson

January 20, 1953- July 16, 2025

Dean A Sorenson; 72, Spearfish, SD passed away on July 16, 2025, in his home surrounded with his wife, children and grandchildren by his side after years of fighting cancer in a way only a Warrior could.

Dean was born in Rapid City, SD...

Jul 15, 2025

Sherrie was born in Lubbock Texas and had a gypsy soul that she inherited from her parents Jack and Marie Quinton.

Her father traveled all over the southwest and up the pacific coast working as an electrician.  Sherrie grew up knowing tremendous country and could tell you everything about New Mexico and Texas that you would ever...

Jul 15, 2025

Ruth McDermott, 98, passed away on July 15, 2025 at the Monument Health Hospice House in Rapid City, SD.

Ruth was born on August 22, 1926 to Henry and Anna (Babb) Wahlfeldt in Twilight, SD. She attended grade school in Twilight then went on to graduate from Newell, SD in 1944. Following graduation, she continued to ranch...

Jul 13, 2025

Jerry Arthur Hughes, 86, passed away July 13, 2025, at Fort Meade VA Medical Center.

He was born on November 28, 1938, to William and Doris (Bates) Hughes. He grew up mostly in the Rapid City area, graduating in 1956. Jerry joined the United States Navy in 1956 and proudly served until his honorably discharge in 1959....

Jul 11, 2025

Kenneth E. Peterson, 75, Sturgis, SD passed away Friday, July 11, 2025 at Monument Health Rapid City.

Ken was born July 4, 1950 in Wagner, SD to Kenneth and Olga (Haeuszer) Peterson. He graduated in 1968 from Wagner High school and for a time he attended Nettleton College in Sioux Falls.

Ken brought his family...

Jul 10, 2025

William Walter Henke, 73, of Summerset, SD, passed away peacefully at home on July 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Affectionately known as Bill, he was a devoted husband, proud father, adoring grandfather, and loyal friend. He dedicated over 35 years of his life to the United States Air Force, including 22 years of active duty,...

Jul 7, 2025

Beverly Ann Evenson, 83, of Spearfish, SD, passed away Monday, July 7, 2025, at Avantara Mountain View Healthcare Center.

Visitation for Beverly will be held Monday, July 14, at Kinkade Funeral Chapel in Sturgis, SD, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 15, at 1:30 p.m. at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in...

Jul 5, 2025

Sharron "Kay" Simons, 87, of Sturgis SD, passed away peacefully and went home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 5th in her residence at Good Samaritans in New Underwood SD.

Kay was born on February 23rd, 1938 to John and Laura Eddy. She had many wonderful memories growing up on the Eddy Brother's Ranch...

Jul 3, 2025

Pauline Jean (Homan) Wendt, age 88, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, in Spearfish, South Dakota.

Born on August 16, 1936, in Nisland, South Dakota, Pauline was the daughter of Fred and Anna (Weitzel) Homan. She grew up on the family farm and attended Nisland Schools for all 12 years before graduating from the College of...

Jul 2, 2025

Lyle Hendrickson, 77, from Center, North Dakota passed away July 2, 2025, at Elm Crest Manor in New Salem, North Dakota, where he had been a resident for 22 months.

A memorial prayer service will be provided by Pastor Zelwyn Heide at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Hannover, North Dakota on July 21, 2025, at 1:00 pm...

Jul 2, 2025

Timothy Lee Kok, 72, passed away on July 2, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.

Tim was born on April 7, 1953, in Hettinger, North Dakota, to Dean and Vita Kok, the youngest of two sons. He grew up on the family farm and ranch along Duck Creek Road, 12 miles southwest of Lodgepole, South Dakota. At...