Obituaries

Feb 3, 2025

Patricia Marshall, age 81, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. While she may no longer be with us, her legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering strength will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Born on November 18, 1943 in Bismarck, North Dakota, Patricia was the matriarch...

Jan 30, 2025

Merlon Bochman, 77, of Spearfish, SD went home to be with the Lord on January 30, 2025 at Fountain Spring Healthcare, Rapid City, surrounded by his family.

Merlon was born on August 11, 1947 to Thornton and Lucille (Thompson) Bochman at Tyndall, SD where he joined three other siblings.  He attended Fairview School for his elementary education....

Jan 30, 2025

David B. Freeland, 63, Spearfish, SD passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025 at his home.  Memorial Services for David will be at 1:00 PM, Monday, February 24, 2025 at the Kinkade Funeral Chapel in Sturgis.

David Bryon Freeland was born October 16, 1961 to Wayne and Dorothy (Tryon) Freeland.  He was raised in Nevada Gulch outside Lead,...

Jan 30, 2025

Gary Dwayne Geuke, born on August 3, 1942, to Myron and Fern Geuke, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025, at the age of 82, with his family by his side.

On February 5, 1968, Gary married the love of his life, Verna, and together they raised their three sons, affectionately known as "the boys": Brian, Ryan,...

Jan 28, 2025

Bruce Allen Honerkamp, 68, born April 5, 1956, passed peacefully in the arms of his wife on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be planned and announced when warm weather returns, as were his wishes.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Marie (Cook) Honerkamp; brothers, Bill and Jack Honerkamp; and...

Jan 28, 2025

Marlene Fern Smith June 16, 1936 - January 28, 2025

Marlene "Marty" Fern Smith of Sturgis, South Dakota passed away on January 28th at the Ft. Meade hospital.

Marty was born June 16, 1936, in Cottonplant, Mississippi to the late Julius "J.C." and Cassie Smith.

Marty enlisted...

Jan 28, 2025

Ed was born on July 14,1968 at St. Mary's Hospital in Pierre, SD. He was born to Ronald and Judy (Vansickel) Joens. He spent the first part of his life in Fort Pierre before he and his parents moved to Sturgis in October 1969. He lived in Sturgis until he was 2, then he and his parents moved to...

Jan 26, 2025

Ardell Benbo, 89, passed away January 26, 2025 in Rapid City, South Dakota.

She will not be playing cards on Saturday.

Jan 25, 2025

Frieda Vainio Waterson, age 99, passed away on January 25, 2025, at Weston County Manor, Newcastle, Wyoming, where she had been a resident for several years.

Frieda was born January 4, 1926, in Lead, South Dakota, to Werner and Lydia (Anderson) Vainio. Her father was a Finnish immigrant, and her mother was also Finnish and was a...

Jan 24, 2025

William Thomas (Bill) Snow, 76, of Whitewood, SD, formerly of Cody, WY, was called home to Heaven on January 24th, 2025. Born on June 22nd, 1948, in Painesville, Ohio to Searle and Evelyn Jean Thomas Snow, Bill was the treasured younger brother of Susan (Snow) Wolfkill - at least that was his story. A Vietnam era veteran, Bill proudly...

Jan 22, 2025

Steven Dennis Geyer was born on January 8, 1954, in Kingsbury, SD to parents; Rudolph (Rudy) and Helga Geyer. He attended school in SD and Indiana, graduating from high school in Indiana. Steven returned to SD to attend college at BH State University. He pursued his career in restaurant management which took him to many different states.

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Jan 19, 2025

John Havrum Cram passed away on January 19, 2025, in Rapid City, SD. He was born on July 4, 1945, to Albert and Esther Havrum Cram in Rapid City, SD. John's older sister, Mary, and they resided outside of Castlerock, SD. When Mary and John entered school, the family moved to Newell, SD. John graduated from Newell High School...

Jan 17, 2025

Amanda Mary Dutton (39) of Tempe, Arizona passed away peacefully at her home on January 17, 2025. Born to Mel and Marcia Dutton on April 26,1985 in Spearfish, South Dakota, Amanda's vibrant spirit blossomed in Faith where she attended school for 13 years. She excelled in basketball, volleyball, and track. She was also involved in school plays, yearbook, chorus,...

Jan 16, 2025

Walter Joseph Price was born on March 21,1923 to Joe & Ida Price, joining 3 older brothers, Graydon, Stanley, & Maldwin, and two older sisters, Elsie & Olive.  Sister Opal and brother Harley followed.  Walt attended East Pine School near Opal, graduating from Faith High School in 1941.  After graduation, he worked for area ranchers.

On February...

Jan 14, 2025

Doris L. Venekamp, 95, of Spearfish, SD., passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025.

Doris was born on December 30, 1929 to Lloyd and Lorraine Cross in Presho, SD where she grew up with her 12 siblings.  She attended the country school, where she finished 8th grade.  Later in life she went on to study for and...

Jan 11, 2025

Thora Beryle (Imsland) Price was born on June 13,1927 to Martin & Malena Imsland near Edson, SD.  She joined two older sisters, Vally & Oasa, followed by brother Theodore (Ted) a couple of years later.  Thora attended Edson School and graduated from Faith High School in 1945.

On February 27, 1945, Thora married Walter Price in Broadus,...

Jan 9, 2025

Jerry Huffman, 89, passed away on January 9, 2025 at the Ft. Meade VA Medical Center. Jerry was born in Spearfish, SD on February 5, 1935 to Carl and Hazel Martin (Smith) Huffman, one of eight siblings.

Jerry joined the Marines and was enlisted from 1951 to 1954. He fought in the Korean War and was an...

Jan 9, 2025

Stan M Johnson, 76 passed away January 9, 2025 at Ft. Meade VA Medical Center.

Graveside services will be Friday, January 17, 2025, at Black Hills National Cemetery.

Stan was born on December 18, 1948, to Ernest and Alice (Anderson) Johnson in Watertown, South Dakota.  Stan was the youngest of three, joining his sisters Margie...

Jan 8, 2025

Margaret "Lisa" Perry was born September 26,1944 and passed away at her home on January 8, 2025. She lived her life on the 7-11 ranch in Custer County, where she was the half-owner. She loved her valley and her animals.  Ranching was her whole life no matter if it was good or bad.

She liked to travel...

Jan 8, 2025

Joshua Josiah Running, age 25 years, of Spearfish South Dakota, passed away January 8, 2025 at Monument Health Hospital. Joshua was born October 31st 1999, in Rapid City, South Dakota to Peter John and Mary (Miller) Running. Joshua enjoyed the outdoors, camping, fishing, hiking, hunting, and skiing at Terry Peak with family and friends. Joshua also enjoyed playing video...