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DORA L. EISENBEISZ
Services for Dora L. Eisenbeisz, 91, Aberdeen, are 11:00 am, Monday, November 28, 2011 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Aberdeen. Pastors Chris Anderson and Tim Sersen officiating. Burial at Sunset Memorial Garden. Dora died Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at Bethesda Home of Aberdeen.
Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main St. is in charge of arrangements.
Dora L. Diedtrich was born March 20, 1920, to Jacob D. and Katherina (Treichel) Diedtrich at the family’s farm near Hoven, SD. The family moved to a farm near Glencross, SD where they farmed until 1936, at which time they again returned to a farm in the Tolstoy/Hoven area. Dora attended a rural school near Glencross and graduated from Timber Lake High School in 1938. Dora attended Northern Normal Industrial in Aberdeen where she obtained a teaching certificate. She taught in a rural schools near Bowdle and Java, South Dakota.
She married Kenneth J. Eisenbeisz on September 28, 1941 in St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Bowdle, SD where the couple farmed southwest of Bowdle until they sold the farm in 1974 and moved to Aberdeen. Kenneth died on November 15, 1990 in Aberdeen.
Dora was active in civic and church affairs. She held offices in the hospital auxiliary, P.T.A., extension club, band mothers, Sunday School teacher, choir and other women’s groups within the church. She was selected “Woman of the Year” in 1966 at Bowdle. Dora loved to cook, her “kuchen” and other German dishes were beyond compare. In addition to hosting many family dinners, she also enjoyed crocheting. She was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Aberdeen.
Grateful for having shared Dora’s life are her two sons, Larry (Bonna) Eisenbeisz, Woodbury, MN, Curtis (Susan) Eisenbeisz, Aberdeen, two brothers, Elmer (Delores) Diedtrich, Williston, ND, Gordon (Loraine) Diedtrich, Gilbert, AZ; daughter-in-law, Carol Eisenbeisz, sister-in-law, Phonia Diedtrich, eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Kenneth, a son Kenton Eisenbeisz, two sisters, Marie (Orville) Rossow and Loretta (Oris) Davidson, a brother, Harvey Diedtrich.
NATHAN ROBERT WALTER
The funeral service for Nathan Robert Walter, 36, of Aberdeen, will be 10:00am, Saturday, November 19 at First United Methodist Church, with Pastor Terry Arbeiter officiating. Burial will follow at the Ideal Cemetery, Huron at 3:00pm. Nathan died Wednesday, November 16, at Avera McKenna Hospital in Sioux Falls.
Visitation will be from 1-7, Friday, November 18 at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main St., Aberdeen. In Lieu of flowers the family prefers memorials.
Nathan was born August 19, 1975 to Rex and Carol (Johnson) Walter in DeSmet, SD. He grew up in Huron and was part of the graduating class of 1993. He attended North Central Bible College in Minneapolis, MN, Capernwray Hall in England, and Northern State University. In 1998 he went to work for the US Postal Service where he was working at the time of his death. Nathan married the love of his life, Nicole Grafing, on August 30, 2002 in Aberdeen where they made their home. Together, they welcomed the other love of his life, Addison, into the world in 2006.
Nathan was a member of the National Letter Carrier Union, he was a regular D.J. at the Zoo, he loved music. Nathan loved snow skiing and water skiing and cars. He had a unique sense of humor. Nathan really loved his wife, Nikki and adored his daughter, Addie, his last words were, “My Addie”. He was a Man of God.
Grateful for having shared Nathan’s life are his wife, Nicole “Nikki” Walter, his daughter, Addison, his parents, Rex and Carol Walter, Huron, brother, Jesse Walter, Minneapolis, grandmother, Arlene Walter, Yale, SD, mother-in-law, Diane Grafing, Holabird, SD, sisters-in-law; Angie (Andrew) Miller, Grand Forks, ND, Krissy (Chris) Fletcher, Aberdeen, nephews; Maddox and Marcus, nieces; Avianna, Lydiah, Brooklyn, and Samantha.
Preceding him in death are his grandfather, Byron C. Walter, grandparents, Bob and Marion Johnson, uncle, Michael Johnson, father-in-law, Wallace Grafing.
REV. ERNEST JOHN SCHWENKE
Ernest Schwenke, 93, was ushered into the presence of his Lord and Savior November 16, 2011.
He was born in New Richland, MN. He graduated from Northwestern Bible College in 1945. Following graduation he pastored churches in Frazee, MN, Nashua, IA, Great Falls, MT, Choteau, MT, Sims, MT, Brookings, SD, Oaks, ND and Kaycee, WY. He loved to teach and preach God’s Word and visiting his members, prospects, the sick and shut-ins to encourage them in the Lord.
While living in Aberdeen, Mr. Schwenke was an active member of Melgaard Baptist Church. In 2005 he moved to Winston-Salem to live with his daughter. He joined North Point Baptist Church and was active as a deacon, choir member, Sunday School teacher and visitation ministry. He also volunteered at Crisis Control Ministries and The Shepherd Center.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Schwenke was preceded in death by his twin brother, Reinhold, brother Richard and sisters, Alma Ripka and Helen Splittstoesser and his wife of 60 years, Mildred Robison Schwenke.
He is survived by his sons, Ernest (Diane) Schwenke, Bloomington, MN, Joy Paul Schwenke, Houston, TX, daughters, Faith (Tom) Hill, Winston-Salem, and Hope (David) Reinhardt, Iquique, Chile, S.A., and daughters-in-law Roberta Schwenke, Bloomington, MN and Sharon Schwenke, Hickory, NC. He is survived by 13 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. Also surviving are sisters Cora Kubat, Emma Mussman, Edna Karsten and Ada Logan and many nieces, nephews and friends.
A celebration of Mr. Schwenke’s life was held in Winston-Salem on Sunday, November 20, Rev. Skip Furrow officiating. The funeral will be Friday, November 25, 2:00 p.m. at the Wight, Comes, Sogn Funeral Chapel 1111 4th Street NE, Watertown, SD; Rev. Neal Hannahs officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main Street, Aberdeen is serving the family.
OLGA E. LIEDLE
Funeral service for Olga E. Liedle, 92, Aberdeen will be 10:30am, Friday, November 18, 2011 at Zion Lutheran Church, Aberdeen. Pastor Marcia Sylvester will officiate. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Olga died on Sunday, November 13, 2011 at Aberdeen Health and Rehab.
Visitation will be from 1:00-7:00pm with family present from 5:00-7:00pm Thursday, November 17, 2011 at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main Street, Aberdeen.
Olga E. Hehn, daughter of John and Katherine (Edelman) Hehn, was born on October 12, 1919 at Menno, SD. When she was 5 years old she moved with her family to a farm near Leola, SD and later to a farm near Forbes, ND. Olga graduated from Leola High School and went on to attend Normal Industrial College at Ellendale, ND where she earned her teachers certificate. She went on to teach at numerous country schools over the years.
Olga was united in marriage to Helmuth Liedle on August 2, 1942. For two years they made their home on her parent’s farm prior to purchasing a farm of their own near Leola. Olga loved the farm life and enjoyed helping her husband with their daily farm tasks.
Olga was extremely creative and enjoyed doing crafts. She loved animals, especially her pet cats and what she regarded as the most beautiful animal on earth, the pheasant. Olga was very active over the years volunteering countless hours both at her church and the hospital.
Grateful for having shared her life are her son, Keith Liedle of Aberdeen; two granddaughters, Tracey and Carmon Liedle and their mother Kathy Quam; two great granddaughters, Avah and Breyonah Padilla, one special friend A.T. Schumacher and several nieces and nephews.
Olga was preceded in death by her parents John and Katherine Hehn, husband Helmuth Liedle, one son Kenneth Liedle and three brothers Albert, Raymond and Johnny Hehn.
ARDELL BIERMAN
The funeral service for Ardell V. Bierman, 77, Chelsea, SD, is 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 17, 2011 at Trinity Lutheran Church, rural Mansfield, SD, with Pastor Lloyd Redhage and Vicar Bret Bierman officiating. Burial will follow at Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery. Ardell died Saturday, November 12, at Faulkton Health Care Center.
Visitation is from 1-7 p.m., Wednesday, November 16, with a prayer service at 7 p.m., at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main St., Aberdeen.
Ardell Virginia Wilkins was born on February 5, 1934 to Raymond and Bertha (Rawden) Wilkins in Aberdeen, SD. She grew up on a farm near Cresbard and attended school there, graduating from Cresbard High School in 1952.
Ardell married Ron Bierman on July 19, 1952 at Trinity Lutheran Church, rural Mansfield. She worked at Shoemaker Heating for two years while Ron was in the military. She was confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church on August 1, 1954. In 1960, Ardell and Ron adopted three boys, Ed, Ronnie and Jerry. They then adopted Charleen in 1963 and Michelle in 1969. Ardell worked as a cook at several businesses in Chelsea and later Cresbard for almost thirty years.
Ardell was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where she was very active in the Choir and led the Junior Choir. She also taught Sunday school, was active in Ladies Aide, and helped with the Christmas program. Ardell recently received her 50 year pin in Extension Club. She loved to play Canasta. Ardell was a great cook and was known for her pies, especially her sour cream and raisin pie. She was given an Executive Proclamation naming September 19, 2007 as Ardell Bierman Day. She had a humble spirit and a servant’s heart. Spending time with her family and friends always brought her joy. She will be greatly missed.
Grateful for having shared Ardell’s life are her husband of 59 years, Ron, three sons, Ed Bierman, Mansfield, Ronnie Bierman Biloxi, MS, Jerry Bierman, Chattanooga, TN, two daughters, Charleen Kienow, Watertown, SD, and Michelle Brown, Aberdeen, three sisters, Irene (Allen) Roth, Mesa, AZ, Enid (Robert) Roth, Spearfish, SD, and Betty (Russell) Arendsee, Lake Poinsett, SD, her sister-in-law, Eileen Wilkins, Cresbard, SD, ten grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Bertha, and two brothers, Howard and Keith Wilkins.
AGNES OLSON
Funeral service for Agnes Olson, 91, Aberdeen will be 11:00am, Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at Calvary Baptist Church, Aberdeen. Pastor Randy Battey will officiate. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Agnes died on Saturday, November 12, 2011 at Avera Mother Joseph Manor, Aberdeen.
Visitation will be Monday, November 14, 2011 from 1:00-7:00pm, with family present from 5:00-7:00pm at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main Street, Aberdeen.
Agnes Zimmerman, daughter of Emil and Rose (Kautz) Zimmerman was born on March 15, 1920 in Artas, SD. She was raised in Artas and graduated from Herreid High School. Agnes went on to attend the Aberdeen School of Commerce for one year.
Agnes was united in marriage to Engval “Inky” Olson on February 12, 1942 in Herreid. The couple made their home on a farm near Columbia and later moved to a farm near Westport. Agnes and her family began living in Aberdeen in 1949. It was here where Agnes continued to raise her family and where she was also employed with the Forseth Insurance Agency for 32 years. Following her retirement Agnes continued making her home in Aberdeen. Her beloved husband died on November 23, 1992.
Agnes was active in many area organizations and also volunteered at the hospital for 30 years. She enjoyed traveling and will be remembered as an outstanding cook. Agnes cherished the time she was able to spend with her family and especially enjoyed her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Grateful for having shared Agnes’s life are two daughters, Sandra Clocksene, Groton; and Rita Olson, Aberdeen; six grandchildren, Michelle (Roger) Clemensen, Tricia (Todd) VanderLinden, Lisa Trumbly, Cyndi (Bryan) Toscani, Ginger Cohen and Mindy (Chris) Chaddock; ten great grandchildren, Logan and Shay Clemensen, Abby and Kelsey VanderLinden, Jamie Hansen, Bailey Trumbly, Julia and Emma Toscani, Sydni and Chase Chaddock, one great great grandson, two nephews, Tom Olson and Bob Olson and one niece Brenda Kieffer.
Agnes was preceded in death by her parents, Emil and Rose Zimmerman; husband, Engval “Inky” Olson; son, Bruce Olson; grandson, Roger Olson; sister, Ruth Olson; brother, Clarence Zimmerman and son-in-law Carroll Clocksene.
AGNES RYAN
Mass of Christian Burial for Agnes Ryan, 101, Columbia will be 10:00am, Monday, November 14, 2011 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Aberdeen. Father Tom Anderson Celebrant. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Aberdeen. Agnes died on Thursday, November 10, 2011 at her home.
Visitation will be Sunday, November 13 from 3:00pm-7:00pm with a Wake and Rosary service beginning at 7:00pm at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main Street, Aberdeen.
Agnes Mary Cremer, affectionately known by loved ones as “Grandma Great,” was born on April 15, 1910 in Marion, SD. She attended parochial and public school and graduated from Marion High School in 1928. She was employed by Northwestern Bell for 10 years as a telephone operator.
Agnes married Marvin Ryan on June 6, 1938. They celebrated 57 years of marriage before Marvin’s death in 1996. They proudly raised four children.
In Agnes’s space of time she enjoyed quilting, sewing, baking and especially visiting with her family, friends and neighbors. She was considered a living saint to all those who shared her life. Never an unkind word spoken nor grudge held. She lived and died a faithful servant to God and to all who depended on her.
Grateful for having shared Agnes’s life are her children, Mary (Dale) Hofemann, Jerry (Connie) Ryan and Lois (Wayne) Schleder; daughter-in-law, Loretta “Sunny” Ryan; ten grandchildren, Thom (Jennifer) Ryan, Teri Silbert, Patricia (Charlie) Cohen, Michael Hofemann, David (Julie) Hofemann, Renee Ryan, Rick (Gina) Ryan, Kate (Corey) Gelling, Jill (Jim) Sheldon and Erin Schleder; sixteen great grandchildren, Zachary and Nathan Ryan, Cristina Jo and Kailin Silbert, Kristen Sheputis, Alec and Julia Cohen, Elizabeth and William Hofemann, Taryn, Rachel, Summer and Austin Ryan and Katlyn, Christopher and Landon Gelling.
Agnes was preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Katherine Cremer; brother, Lawrence Cremer; husband, Marvin Ryan; son, Timothy Ryan and granddaughter Kelly Ryan.
CLAYTON R. HATLE SR.
The funeral service for Clayton R. Hatle Sr., 69, of Aberdeen, will be 11:00 am, Monday, November 14 at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home. Dr. Harold E. Salem officiating. Burial with military honors at 2:00pm Monday at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Ipswich. Clayton died Wednesday, November 9 at Avera St. Luke’s Hospital.
Visitation will be from 2-7 pm, Sunday, November 13 at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main St., Aberdeen.
Clayton Russell Hatle, Sr. was born February 12, 1942 to Arnold Clayton and Regina Inga (Nyvold) Hatle in Webster, SD. He lived on a farm with his family near Roslyn for a short time prior to moving to Aberdeen. He enlisted in the United States Army where he served proudly for 30 years, retiring in 1998. Clayton worked many jobs over the years and also spent 30 years doing farm work for Jerry Erdmann.
He had a routine where he would start out each day with a cigarette and a cup of coffee at the kitchen table while watching the sun come up. He ended each day with some puzzle time or a game of cards or dice before going to bed. In his free time Clayton enjoyed spending time tinkering with little projects, old cars and antiques out in his shop. He also enjoyed the outdoors and was elated if he had a reason to use his bobcat. Clayton collected anything and everything and was proud of his “merchandise farm”. He was a real jack of all trades and a master of none.
Clayton was a friend to all. He enjoyed time visiting with anyone and looked for ways to be helpful toward others especially those who were down on their luck. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and many friends
HOWARD ALFRED EISEMAN
The funeral service for Howard Eiseman, 86, of Aberdeen, will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 14, 2012 at First Baptist Church, with Dr. Harold E. Salem officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Aberdeen, with military honors by Sidney L. Smith American Legion Post 24. Howard died Thursday, January 12, at Bethesda Home of Aberdeen.
Visitation will be from 1-7 p.m., Friday, January 13, with family present from 4-7 p.m. at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main St., Aberdeen.
Howard Alfred Eiseman was born September 4, 1925 in McPherson County near Eureka, SD to Jacob & Rose (Junker) Eiseman. This is the area he attended rural country school and grew to adulthood. He farmed with his father until 1946 when the family moved to Eureka. He worked as a laborer on area farms until 1950 and entered the United States Army. He was discharged in 1952 and continued to farm in the Eureka area.
Howard married Erna Laura Hirsch on October 8, 1954 at Aberdeen, SD. They moved to Eureka in 1955 and Howard was employed by the City of Eureka until 1970 when the family moved to Aberdeen and he was employed with Dahme Construction. He worked there until he retired in 1995 and continued to live in Aberdeen.
Howard was a member of First Baptist Church. He was also a member of the VFW, Sidney L. Smith American Legion Post 24 and the Disabled Veterans. Howard loved his work and was sad to have to quit due to health. He also enjoyed his coffee time with his friends at Ken’s. His family was very important to him and he loved spending time with them.
Grateful for having shared his life are three daughters, Mary (Mark) Tolvstad, Mellette, SD, Susan Darling, Silver Lake, KS, and Ruby (Jim) Hood, Minot, ND, two brothers, Lloyd (Virginia) Eiseman, Spearfish, SD, and Robert (Alfreida) Eiseman, Owatonna, MN, two sisters, Ella Austin, Fresno, CA, and Ione Beck, Eureka, SD, nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Howard was preceded in death by wife, Erna Eiseman, daughter, Cindy Lee Eiseman, his parents, Jacob and Rose Eiseman, four brothers and five sisters.
The family prefers memorials to First Baptist Church, Sidney L. Smith American Legion Post 24, or Bethesda Home of Aberdeen
LOUISE ZANTOW
The funeral service for Louise Zantow, 96, of Ipswich and formerly of Aberdeen, will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 16, 2012 at Zion Lutheran Church with Pastor Marcia Sylvester officiating. Burial will be at 1:00 p.m. at Green Mound Cemetery, Leola, SD. Louise died Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at Avera St. Luke’s Hospital.
Visitation will be from 2-7pm Sunday, January 15 at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main Street, Aberdeen.
Louise Anna Adelheid Zantow was born on May 13, 1915 at Watertown, South Dakota to Robert and Ida (Gaul) Zantow. Louise grew up on a farm south of Leola South Dakota. She was baptized and confirmed at St. James Lutheran Church in Leola. Louise worked for a short time on the Erdmann farm near Leola. In 1937 she started her lifelong career of care giving by caring for Pastor Reineke’s wife and family. In 1946, she moved to Minneapolis, MN and continued care giving until her retirement in 1980 when she moved to Aberdeen to be near family.
Louise led a very simple life. She never had a driver’s license, and most of her traveling was by bus or another relative. She enjoyed taking walks, doing puzzles, and was an avid competitor in board games.
Louise was an active volunteer at Zion Lutheran Church where she was in the Altar Guild and made quilts. She was also active with the Salvation Army, and RSVP.
At the time of her death she was a resident of the Golden Living Center in Ipswich.
Louise is survived by her siblings, Adolph (Mary) Zantow of Aberdeen, Margaret (Joe) Meyer of Baton Rouge, LA, Meta (Pius) Vetter of Aberdeen, and Elsie McBride of Sioux Falls, her nephew Henry Zantow who grew up with the family, of Gillette, WY and many nieces, nephews, great and great-great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Paul, Bill, Fred, Rudolph, Emil and her sisters, Marie Zantow and LoRena Zantow.
Cards can be sent to Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home.
