Obituaries

Feb 21, 2024

Chester "Leon" Huckins, 75, Sturgis, SD, passed away February 21, 2024, at Sturgis Monument Hospital.

Leon was born to Verna Jean and Percy Carmon Huckins at their home in Hulett, Wyoming on February 12, 1949. In 1967 he graduated from Hulett High School. He played on the high school football team and loved...

Feb 20, 2024

David R. Schuman, 79, Whitewood, SD, passed away on February 20, 2024, at Avantara Mountain View, Rapid City, SD.

David was born in Sauk Centre, Minnesota to Clarence Paul and Enid (Vought) Schuman on February 24, 1944. He served in the US Air Force as a Barracks Chief, a Life Support Supervisor, and OJT Manager....

Feb 20, 2024

Samantha Havenner, 20, West Haven, Utah left us far too early, on the evening of Tuesday, February 20, 2024.

Samantha "Sam" Havenner was born on January 28, 2004, to parents Jennifer and Charles Havenner and her brother Thomas, in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Sam enjoyed traveling the world with...

Feb 20, 2024

Our beloved daughter and sister, Constance "Connie" Ford, so sweet and genuine, passed away on February 20, 2024, at the age of 50. She fought long and hard, enjoying the little things in life as they should be. Her family meant the most to her, and throughout her life, those who she met as friends soon became...

Feb 19, 2024

It is with great sadness and love that we mourn the passing of Dwight Thomas Gray of Belle Fourche, S.D. on February 19, 2024, at 71 years of age. His battle with cancer was long and difficult at times, but he showed great courage and strength in facing his toughest challenges.

Dwight, better...

Feb 18, 2024

Bonnie Jean (Luther) McGinnis, 93, of Deadwood, SD, and Wisner, NE, died peacefully surrounded by family on February 18, 2024, in Carlsbad, CA.

Our family deeply appreciates your love, prayers, and condolences during this time. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Bonnie McGinnis' memory to the Spearfish Canyon Volunteer Firefighters' Association Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/donate-in-loving-memory-of-bonnie-mcginnis 

Born in Wisner, NE, on July...

Feb 12, 2024

Vance Ray Hawley, a beloved son, brother, husband, father, and friend, passed away on February 12, 2024, at the age of 39 at Monument Health in Rapid City. Vance was born in Rapid City, SD, on February 15, 1984, to Connie Lou Haines and Roger Ray Hawley. Vance's life was defined by his devotion to family, his...

Feb 11, 2024

Sharon Swesey, 81, of Spearfish passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Spearfish Canyon Healthcare in Spearfish, SD.  Per her request cremation has taken place.

Sharon Swesey was born December 3, 1942, in Whitewood, SD, to Michael and Fern Peterson.  She was raised in Whitewood, where she attended school thru the 8th grade.  ...

Feb 10, 2024

Paul Ray Marrs was born on November 24, 1955, in Deadwood, South Dakota to Ray and Alice Marrs.  Paul was the oldest of four siblings, Annette, Dan, and Kari, and grew up on the family ranch on Whitewood Creek, South Dakota where he lived for his entire life.

Paul started his education in...

Feb 9, 2024

Rodlan M. Walgamuth, 46, Belle Fource, SD, passed away at his home on February 9, 2024.

Humble, sweet and gentle, Rod was one of a kind. Talented and creative, he loved experiencing life which led him to hold various jobs throughout his life. From corrections officer at CABH to operating and managing a...

Feb 8, 2024

Jan Steinle, 73, of Sturgis, SD, died Thursday, February 8, 2024.

Jan was born in Winner, SD, on October 13, 1950. She was the oldest of four children born to Warren and Joyce (Siegmund) Astleford.  Jan grew up on the family ranch northwest of White River, SD. She loved horses and especially enjoyed...

Feb 7, 2024

Roberta M. (Morman) Mollman was born June 12, 1934, in Hebron, ND, to Robert and Eva Morman.  She was the eldest of 11 children raised on a farm in Haymarsh, ND.  Roberta first met her husband, Wally Mollman, while attending St. Mary's Catholic School in Richardton, ND. Roberta married Wally on June 3, 1953, in Haymarsh, ND.  ...

Feb 6, 2024

LaVonne Lee Ackerman, 80, of Rapid City, SD, died Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at Monument Health Sturgis Hospital.

LaVonne Lee Whitman was born December 26, 1943, in Sturgis to Ernest and Madeline (Shummer) Whitman in a maternity hospital operated by a Catholic doctor. She joined older sister Gloria, and they were raised in...

Feb 4, 2024

In Loving Memory of Virginia Bee Hemenway

Virginia Bee Hemenway, age 89, passed away on February 4th, 2024, in West Valley City, Utah. Born on August 7th, 1934, in Sundance, Wyoming, to Ada and Paul Ferguson the second of six children and ended up being the main babysitter for the herd. She brought...

Jan 31, 2024

Berrian Lee "Butch" Lindsey 80, Box Elder, SD, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at Monument Health in Rapid City.

Butch was born in Ingleside, TX, on August 14, 1943, to R.J. Lindsey and Virginia Lee (Ellis) Lindsey. Butch served in the U.S. Army for many years. He was a Vietnam Veteran, having...

Jan 29, 2024

Brian David Combs left this earth to meet his Lord on January 29, 2024, in the comfort of the Fort Meade VA Medical Center, surrounded by his wife and family. He was exceptionally cared for there and we give our deepest gratitude to them. Thank you for respecting his will and providing him comfort.

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Jan 28, 2024

Tammy Lee Brewer,42, passed away in the early morning of January 28 of 2024 in the arms of her fiancé, Mitchael D. Shanks.

Tammy was born in Mobridge, SD, on April 10, 1981, to John "Sam" and Melody Brewer. Tammy was a very artistic child always creating something.  Her skills included but not...

Jan 28, 2024

William "Bill" O. Molitor, 81, passed away under hospice care at Fort Meade Department of Veterans affairs Medical Center.

In the quiet town of Aberdeen, on March 9, 1942, William Orville Molitor made his entrance into the world, bringing warmth and joy to the Molitor family.

At the tender...

Jan 27, 2024

Neil Clyde Hultman (94) was born February 19, 1929, to Clyde and Leota Hultman in Highmore, South Dakota. Ever the loving and strong husband, Neil remained protective of his wife of 70 years, Ramona, until her passing on December 20, 2023. His work done here on earth, Neil passed peacefully on January 27, 2024, reuniting with Ramona...

Jan 27, 2024

Walter "Walt" A. Simons, 93, passed away Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Monument Health Sturgis Hospital.  Memorial Services for Walt will be at 10:30 AM, on Tuesday, January 30, 2023, at First Presbyterian Church in Sturgis.  Inurnment with military honors will be 1:30 p.m.at Black Hills National Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to...