Obituaries
Marie Ashley Anderson
Apr 11, 2025
Marie Anderson (Swier)—known lovingly by everyone as Binky —was born on December 19, 1994, and left this world far too soon on April 11, 2025.
From the moment she could walk, Binky chose to run. She was full of energy, life, laughter, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting. She had no fear and no off-switch, and those who knew...
Geraldine Bixler
Apr 8, 2025
Geraldine Rae Brown was born on June 6, 1935 in Des Moines, Iowa to Zean and Nora (O’Donnell) Brown. On August 16, 1958, she married John Bixler. Together they had four children.
Geri was a member of St. Joseph’s Cathedral in Sioux Falls. She spent a good portion of her life volunteering at Sanford and St. Vincent De Paul. She was...
Michael Elliot
Apr 1, 2025
Michael passed away in Liberia and services are tentatively set for May 3, 2025 at Chapel Hill Funeral Home.
Lexus Shipp Garibay
Mar 28, 2025
Lexus Lynn Shipp-Garibay (28), a loving mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of kindness. She was the devoted mother of two beautiful daughters, Chevelle (8) and Cheyenne (5), whom she adored beyond measure.
Lexus had a deep love for animals, especially her beloved ducks and geese, which brought her endless joy. She was...
Tahire Ahmed Sado
Mar 24, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tahire Ahmed Sado, who left us peacefully in the middle of the night on March 24, 2025. Born on January 1, 1985, in Ethiopia, Tahire’s life was a journey of love, adventure, and unwavering commitment to family and community.
Tahire spent his early years exploring the beautiful, rugged outskirts of Ethiopia...
Joseph Herrig
Mar 20, 2025
Joseph Michael Herrig, 84, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, passed away on March 20th, 2025. He was born on August 24th, 1940, in Iona, Minnesota, to Alfred and Clara Herrig. Joe was a proud graduate of Iona St. Columba Catholic High School in 1958, where he developed a deep love for his faith and remained a devout Catholic throughout his...
Dorothy Christensen
Mar 20, 2025
Dorothy was born on Feb. 29, 1932 in Canistota, South Dakota, the daughter of Albert and Ida (Zafft) Wise. She was married to Norman Christensen on Dec. 28, 1949 in Luverne, Minnesota.
They settled in Sioux Falls where they raised six children. Norm was working as a truck driver so Dorothy not only took care of the children, but also had...
Matie Heesch
Mar 18, 2025
Matie was born on Dec. 28, 1928 at Roslyn, South Dakota, one of four children of Fred and Mary (Brown) Waddle. She attended grade school in Roslyn and Garretson. She attended high school in Garretson and graduated in 1946.
Matie married Delbert Heesch on October 27, 1946 in Garretson. Matie worked as a seamstress for Genie's Interior Design for over 30...
Arthur Gibb Templeman
Mar 17, 2025
Arthur was born on March 11, 1945 in Kirkcaldy, Fife, Scotland of the United Kingdom. He was the son of Robert Arthur Peden Templeman and Christina Crawford (Gibb) Templeman. His family came to the United States in 1949 and settled in Detroit, Michigan. Art grew up in Michigan and graduated from Finney High School in 1963.
Art served during the Viet...
Monica Kindt
Mar 16, 2025
Monica Joyce Kindt (Ries) passed away on Sunday, March 16th, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She was 66 years old.
Monica was born and raised as the oldest of six children on an acreage outside of Watertown, SD where growing up, she formed a special bond with her siblings, who looked up to her, and enjoyed the...
Denis Lather
Mar 11, 2025
Denis Dale Lather died on March 11, 2025 of congestive heart failure. He was 72.
Deny was born in Huron, South Dakota on August 24, 1952 to Betty and Ned (Ole) Lather. He graduated from Waverly High School in 1970 where he played sports under coach Gale Lundberg. He graduated from Dakota State College in 1974 where he received SDIC First...
Gayle Angela Craik
Mar 9, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gayle Angela (Angel) Gingerich Craik, 56, of Sioux Falls, SD, who left us peacefully on March 9, 2025.
Born on June 20, 1968, in Cando, ND, Gayle was a loving mother, spouse, GiGi, and friend. She dedicated 29 years of her life to Jenny Craig, owning her own franchise for 14 years. She...
Marcia Elaine Hendrixson
Feb 25, 2025
Marcia Elaine Hendrixson passed away peacefully on Feb 25, 2025 at The Dougherty Hospice House surrounded by family.
Marcia Elaine Boe was born on Jan. 15, 1947 to Kenneth and Marcella Boe in Sioux falls, SD. She attended Washington High School. She was married to Richard Hendrixson March 1,1964 and, to this union, had three children: Dawn (Jay) Nielsen, Angela Pankonin...
Evonne Johnson
Feb 21, 2025
Evonne died on Feb. 21, 2025 At Ava's House, Sioux Falls.
Evonne was born on May 11, 1928 at Alpena, SD, the daughter of Walter and Lena (Dalaski) Hotchkiss. She grew up near Alpena and graduated from Alpena High School. She then attended beauty school in Watertown. While she was attending school, Evonne was working as a waitress at a cafe...
Greg Van Johnson
Feb 15, 2025
Greg passed away on Feb. 15, 2025, surrounded by family, at Ava's House in Sioux Falls. Private services will be held.
He is survived by his mother, Dorothy Johnson; five children, Miranda Jo Schroeder, Zac Tyler Brown, Alexis Rayne Brown, Maddie Mae Johnson and Theodis Van Johnson; grandchildren, Yara Ruth Ann Schroder and Ryatt Tyler Brown; and siblings, Jeanette Dorothy Coates,...
Edward Gottlieb Lewis
Feb 12, 2025
Edward G Lewis died February 12th, 2025, at Dougherty Hospice House.
He was born on April 14, 1939, to Lloyd and Irene Lewis. In 1957, after completing High School, Ed enlisted in the US Marines for 8 years. After his time in the Marines, Ed pursued careers including construction sales and opening his own credit counseling company.
Ed enjoyed riding bicycle, playing...
Greg Bodenhamer
Feb 8, 2025
Greg passed away on February 8, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. Private services are being planned
Darlene Koellner
Feb 3, 2025
Darlene Mary Anna Koellner, 89, of Sioux Falls, passed away on Monday, Feb 3, 2025 in Bettendorf, Iowa at Clarissa C Cook Hospice House.
Darlene (Luze) was born in White, SD to Minnie (Rost) and Frank Luze on February 17, 1935. She attended White School District graduating in 1953. She attended Nettleton College in Sioux Falls. She met the love of...
Paul Wickham
Jan 31, 2025
Paul James Wickham, 64, passed away on January 31, 2025, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Born on August 7, 1960, in Stockton, California.
Paul lived a life defined by resilience, dedication, and an unwavering love.
Paul proudly served his country as a member of the 82nd Airborne Division in the United States Army. After his military service, Paul remained a man of...
Darlene Walker
Jan 24, 2025
Darlene was born on March 20, 1932 in Hallock, Mn., the daughter of Walter and Viola (Gaida) Nelson. She graduated from Kittson Central High School at Hallock and then attended Concordia College where she received a degree in social work and music.
After college, Darlene lived in Pierre, Sd., and was a parish worker for a couple of years and then...
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