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MARTHA MARIE OPP
Funeral service for Martha Marie Opp, 95, Aberdeen will be 10:30 am, Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at the First Reformed Church, 818 9th Ave. SE, Aberdeen. Rev. David Dawn will officiate. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Martha died on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at ManorCare Health Services, Aberdeen.
Visitation will be from 1:00-6:00 pm with a prayer service at 6:00 pm, Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main Street, Aberdeen.
Martha Marie Weishaar daughter of John and Magdelena (Eman) Weishaar was born on March 9, 1916 near Hosmer, SD. This is the area where she was raised and attended country school. As a young lady she helped her parents on the farm.
Martha was united in marriage to Eugene Opp on November 15, 1936. They began making their home on the Opp family farm northeast of Eureka until 1955, when they moved to Aberdeen. For the past five years Martha resided in the Homestead Apartments.
Martha was a member of the First Reformed Church in Aberdeen where she was active in the Ladies Aide. For several years she also cleaned houses. Martha was an outstanding baker and was known for her Kuchen. In her free time she enjoyed making quilts for family and lap robes for people in nursing homes.
Grateful for having shared her life are her six sons; Donald Opp, Grand Junction, CO, Gerald (JoAnn) Opp, San Jose, CA, Stanley Opp, Malaga, WA, Kermit Opp, Portland, OR, Timothy (Vicki) Opp, New Braunfels, TX, and Thomas Opp, West Minster, CO, four daughters; Marge (Denny) Puepke, Ethan, SD, Joyce (Jerry) Hunstad, Aberdeen, Shirley (Howard) Hollimon, Kerrville, TX, and Connie Akers, Aberdeen, daughter-in-law, Sharon Opp, San Jose, CA, 24 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, and one sister, Esther Preszler, Roscoe, SD.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Magdalena Weishaar, her husband, Eugene Opp in 1991 two sons; Elton in 1992 and Wilbert in 1996, one daughter-in-law, Vicky Opp; nine brothers, four sisters and two grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers the family prefers memorials to First Reformed Church, Aberdeen.
KENT DONOVAN SEYMOUR
Funeral service for Kent Donovan Seymour, 74, Mellette will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, February 24, 2012 at the Northwestern United Methodist Church, Mellette. Pastor Jon Damaska and Pastor Chris Anderson officiating. Burial at the Mellette Cemetery. Kent died Tuesday, February 21, at Avera St. Luke’s Hospital.
Visitation: 3:00-7:00 p.m. with family present from 5:00-7:00 p.m., Thursday, February 23, at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main Street, Aberdeen.
Kent Donovan Seymour, son of Jason and Dorothy (Arthurs) Seymour was born on August 10, 1937 in Aberdeen. He was raised on the family farm near Mellette and attended country school through the 8th grade. He moved into Mellette and lived with his grandmother, where he played basketball and attended Mellette High School graduating in 1955.
He was united in marriage to Marjorie Spatafore on August 17, 1955 in Webster, SD. Kent and Marjorie resided at the farm for 56 years. Kent went on to attend SDSU for one semester prior to moving back to the Mellette area to begin farming with his father. He remained on the farm until 1995 when his health caused him to retire.
Kent cherished his time on the farm and loved caring for his animals. He especially enjoyed raising the sheep his children showed over the years. In his spare time he enjoyed watching John Wayne westerns. Kent loved going to the South Dakota State Fair. He spent countless hours visiting with his friends at the Mellette Travel Plaza as well as at the post office. Kent was a caring family man and was always passionate about his children’s sporting events.
Grateful for having shared Kent’s life are his wife Marjorie, Mellette; children Ron Seymour, Indianapolis, IN; Terri Seymour, Dripping Springs, TX; Nancy (Ron Walker) Wolf, Clark, SD and Kathy (Mike) Kulm, Aberdeen; grandchildren, Kurt Seymour, Eric (Kayla) Bohlander, Stephanie Bohlander, Cody Bohlander, Nicole Cornelius, Jennifer Cornelius, Casey Kulm and Cassandra Kulm; great grandchildren, Danille Seymour and Grady Bohlander; brother-in-law, Larry (Katie) Spatafore and cousins Linda (Clarence) Larson and Craig (Karen) Swenson.
Kent was preceded in death by his parents and infant brother Glen Owen Seymour.
JORDAN DANIEL HEYD
Funeral services for Jordan Daniel Heyd, 21, Aberdeen will be at 10:30 am, Friday, February 24 at Zion Lutheran Church with Pastor Marcia Sylvester officiating. Jordan died Monday, February 20, 2012.
Visitation will be from 1-7 pm, Thursday, February 23, with a prayer service at 7 pm at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main St.
Jordan Daniel Heyd was born on August 6, 1990 in Aberdeen, SD to Daniel and Michelle (Click) Heyd. This is the area where he grew up and attended school. He graduated from Aberdeen Central High School with the class of 2009. He worked for Fordham Farms, Cash-Wa Distributing and Griese Construction.
Jordan was a member of Zion Lutheran Church where he was baptized and confirmed. Many fond memories and friendships were created through his passions: BMX racing with his dad and brother, hunting, trapping, fishing and trap shooting. His most recent friendships were made through participation in the weekly NA and other support groups.
Grateful for having shared Jordan’s life are his father, Daniel Heyd, mother, Michelle Heyd (David Peterson), sister, Heather Heyd, brother, Devon Heyd, grandparents, Dean and Mae Click, Marie Heyd, great grandparents, Anna Stern, George and Joan Sorensen, uncles and aunts, Paul and Heidi Click, Michele and Scott Bretsch, Scott Heyd, cousins, Katrina, Karsten, Brianna, Hayden, Hallie, Jessica and Alex, special friend, Rachel Diede and his sponsor, Troy Adams. The loss of Jordan leaves our hearts empty; however, we will always cherish the short time we had with him.
Jordan is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Darwin Heyd and John Leibke, great grandparents, Walter Stern, Otto and Hildegard Haupt.
AUDREY A. ULRICH
Funeral service for Audrey A. Ulrich, 87, Aberdeen will be 10:30 am, Thursday, February 23, 2012 at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 624 North Jay Street, Aberdeen. Pastor Jais Tinglund will officiate. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Audrey died on Saturday, February 18, 2012 at ManorCare Health Service, Aberdeen.
Visitation will be from 2:00-7:00 pm, with family present from 4:00-7:00 pm, Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main Street, Aberdeen.
Audrey A. Walker, daughter of Gotlieb and Ernestina (Knoepfle) Walker was born on November 11, 1924 in Artas, SD. She was raised in Kulm, ND and graduated from Kulm High School prior to attending Ellendale College where she earned her teacher’s certificate. For several years she taught country school near Fredonia, ND.
Audrey was united in marriage to Leonard Ulrich in June of 1947 in Kulm. They farmed in the Fredonia, Kulm and Merricourt, ND areas prior to purchasing a farm five miles north and three miles east of Frederick. This is where they made their home for many years and raised their five children. Audrey also worked for many years at the Ellendale Nursing Home. They made their home on the farm until 1997 when they moved into Ellendale. Her beloved husband died in 1998. Audrey remained in Ellendale until 2008 when she began making her home in Aberdeen.
Audrey was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church in Ellendale for many years. In her free time she enjoyed reading and working on crossword puzzles. Audrey was an avid gardener and she loved cats. Over the years she enjoyed many wonderful trips with her family and husband.
Grateful for having shared Audrey’s life are her children Lila (Gene) Jones, Brandon, MS; Judy (Carl) Bulian and Dale (Marla) Ulrich both of Aberdeen; one daughter-in-law Joyce Ulrich; grandchildren Gregg Jones, Chris (Megan) Ulrich, Tim Ulrich, Lyndsey Ulrich, Beverly (Jeff) Fiferlick and Troy (Carrie) Ulrich and great great grandchildren, Austin Ulrich, Davina Fiferlick, Kalista Fiferlick and Theo Ulrich.
Audrey was preceded in death by her parents, husband and two sons Darwin and Dean.
MILDRED “MILLIE” EUNICE WILLIAMS
Mildred “Millie” Williams, age 87, of Brentford passed away Saturday, February 11, 2012 at Dow Rummel Village, Sioux Falls, SD. A visitation for family and friends will be Friday, February 24th from 1:00-7:00 pm with family present from 5:00 to 7:00 pm with a prayer service at 7:00 pm followed by a service by the Eastern Star at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main Street, Aberdeen. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 25th at 11:00 am at the United Church of Christ in Brentford with Rev. John Damaska officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Aberdeen.
Millie was born the youngest of seven children May 12, 1924 to Ed and Eva Dunker in Stratford, SD. After graduation from Groton High School and attending Northern State, Millie and Hurst were married on June 24, 1943 and farmed in the Brentford area until they moved to Bethesda Town Square in Aberdeen in 2003. She remained in Aberdeen after Hurst died, on March 13, 2005, until moving to Dow Rummel Village in 2007 due to Alzheimers. Millie was active in the Order of the Eastern Star for 61 yrs and became Worthy Grand Matron of South Dakota in 1979. She was also active in Daughters of the Nile, Extension Club and the United Church of Christ Women’s Fellowship. She made numerous banners that reflected the church year. Millie loved to ballroom dance, work crossword puzzles, sew for Make It With Wool contests, knit Christmas stockings, deliver hot meals out to the field during harvest, cook for family gatherings, and play bridge – even when “the cards weren’t going her way”.
She was a devoted wife for their 62 years of marriage, a loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by their four children, Dan (Snow) of Lilburn, GA; Pam (Don) Kettering of Yankton SD, Max (Heidi) of Brentford, SD and Tas (Paul) Tellinghuisen of Sioux Falls SD; 6 grandchildren, Dr. Derek (Dr. Katherine) and Devin Williams, Lance (Candie) Kettering and Heather (Ben) Brasel, and Colin (Meagan) and Jenna Williams and 9 great grandchildren: Jessica, Amber, Lyla, Tessa, Nora, Hunter, Maddie, Henry, and Jack and sister Inez Knickrehm of Groton, SD, sisters-in law Carol Dunker and Betty Dunker of Aberdeen, SD and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Hurst Williams, parents, brothers Ray, Wally and Dale (Marg) Dunker and sisters Hazel (Joe) Sager and Evelyn (Harold) Borge and brother-in-law Robert Knickrehm.
RUTH J. MAGAGNA
Memorial services for Ruth Magagna, 87, of Aberdeen will be Tuesday, February 28, at 11a.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Aberdeen. Pastors Chris Anderson and Tim Serson will officiate. A prayer service with Eastern Star Funeral Ceremony will be held in the Good Shepherd Chapel on Monday, February 27 at 7 p.m. Burial of cremains will be in Mt View Cemetery, West Hazleton, PA. Ruth passed away on February 18, 2012 at Bethesda Nursing Home.
Ruth Jane Roberts was born September 11, 1924, to William G. and Clarissa Jane (Troell) Roberts. She attended school in West Hazleton, graduating with the class of ’42. Ruth was employed with Miners Bank in West Hazleton from ’43 until her retirement in 1990. Ruth married Louis John Magagna on September 9, 1950. They raised two children, Barry, who died in a motorcycle accident in 1970, and Sharon. Louis died February 8, 1987. In November 1992, Ruth moved to Aberdeen to live with her daughter and family.
Ruth was Past Matron and life member of both Mayflower Chapter #107 Hazleton, PA and Minerva Chapter #5 Aberdeen; Order of Eastern Star; and Past Mother Advisor of Rainbow Girls, Hazleton, PA. She loved to cook, bake, sew and hand made many beautiful quilts for family and friends. She was a member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Quilters, Aberdeen Quilt guild, Girl Scouts, 1st United Methodist Church widows group, Mary Circle - WELCA, Pasque Club, and church choirs at both Christ Memorial UCC in West Hazleton and Good Shepherd. Ruth organized and chaired the Christmas Tea at Good Shepherd for 10 years. Ruth’s joy for life was contagious and her singing and humming, while she worked and played, helped all around her enjoy her company. Feeding people, both physically and spiritually, brought her great happiness.
Being blessed to share Ruth’s life include her daughter Sharon (Curt) Bossert of Aberdeen, grandchildren: Craig (Ashley) Bossert, Omaha, NE; Nathaniel (Sadie) Bossert, Sioux City, IA; Heather (Jacob) Wiskerchen, Reno, NV; Barry (Dineen) Magagna, Philadelphia, PA; William (Erin) Magagna, Lancaster, PA; 9 great grand-children; 1 great-great grandchild; and many nephews and nieces.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son; brothers, Robert and Arthur Roberts; and sister, Doris Huttenstine.
In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials to Good Shepherd Quilters or Adult Choir.
SISTER ESTHER BLOTZ
Sister Esther Blotz, 99, a Sister of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, died April 18, 2012 at Presentation Convent.
The Mass of Christian Burial for Sister Esther will be Monday, April 23, at 11:00 a.m., at Blessed Sacrament Chapel at Presentation Convent, Aberdeen, SD. A Scriptural Wake service will be Sunday, April 22, at 5:45 p.m. at Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Visitation will be Sunday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Father Joseph Sheehan will be celebrant and homilist at the Mass. Father Charles Emezie will assist.
Burial will be at the Sacred Heart Cemetery with Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S Main Street, in charge of arrangements.
Esther (Sister Basil) was born March 19, 1913 at Fulton, SD to Frances (Bradley) and Charles Blotz. She graduated from Plano High School in 1932. She entered Presentation Convent on January 5, 1933 and made her profession of vows on July 9, 1935. She graduated from Presentation School of Nursing in 1936 and earned a CRNA degree from the Detroit Anesthesia School in 1952. Sister Esther was teacher and Pediatric Supervisor at Avera McKennan Hospital 1937 to 1942. From 1942-1952, 1954-1967 she was the Anesthetist at Avera McKennan and then at Avera St. Luke’s, Aberdeen and Holy Rosary in Miles City, MT. She also worked in ICU and CCU and Prem ICU 1967-1970. After 1974 she ministered in pastoral care, home visiting, and working as a volunteer. Sister Esther resided at Prince of Peace in Sioux Falls from 1991 to 1997. After retiring to Presentation Convent in Aberdeen she continued doing crafts and various kinds of handiwork.
Sister Esther is survived by her community of Presentation Sisters and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, 4 sisters, Helen Hernes, Mabel Austin, Mary Leveque, Eva Hanson, and 5 brothers, Charles, Joseph, John, Alfred and Richard Blotz.
Nephews of Sister Esther will serve as casket bearers.
CLARA L. DUNKER
Mass of Christian Burial for Clara L. Dunker, 91, Casa Grande, AZ and formerly of Aberdeen was held on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Casa Grande. Clara died on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at her home in Casa Grande.
Burial will be at 1:00 pm, Saturday, May 5, 2012 in Riverside Memorial Park, Aberdeen under the direction of Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main Street, Aberdeen.
Clara is survived by a son; Clinton Dunker of Sturgis, SD and a sister; Edna Reiker of Aberdeen, SD.; Daughter-in-Law; Diann Dunker of Casa Grande, AZ;and grandchildren; Aaron(Martha) Dunker and Angela Morales all of Casa Grande, AZ; and Abbie Dunker of Tucson, AZ.; Fourteen great-grandchildren and Five great-great grandchildren.
Clara was preceded in death by her husband; Alvin Dunker and a son; Darwin Dunker
MAUREEN LOUISE NIEWENHUIS
The funeral service for Maureen Louise Niewenhuis, 51, Aberdeen, is 2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 19, 2012, at Richland Church, 36781 142nd St, Mina, with Pastor Ron Wickard officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Maureen died Monday, April 16, 2012, at Avera St. Luke’s Hospital, Aberdeen.
Visitation is 1-7 p.m., with family present from 5-7 p.m. and a prayer service at 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 18 at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main St., Aberdeen.
Maureen Louise Theisen was born March 27, 1961 to Nick and Helaine (Kielty) Theisen at Hot Springs, SD. She grew up and attended school in Hot Springs, graduating from high school there. Maureen attended Northern State University and earned her Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Library Science with a minor in English.
On June 6, 1987, Maureen married Wendell Niewenhuis at Aberdeen, SD. Above all else, Maureen loved being a mother. Her devotion to her kids was shown through her desire to be a stay-at-home mom. She could often be found reading to her children, sharing her love of books with them. Her love of teaching through reading was not limited to her children. She taught as Librarian, at both Roncalli Senior High and Lincoln Elementary as well as being an active volunteer in her children’s education at Aberdeen Christian. Friends and family of Moe appreciated her gentle character and her ability to enjoy peaceful, beautiful and simple things in life that made her laugh. Much joy was found as she spent time sewing and quilting. Much beauty can still be found in her well manicured flower garden. The outstanding beauty in Maureen’s life was her love and dedication to serving her Savior, Jesus Christ. This relationship with Christ is what gave her the grace and strength to fight her battle with breast cancer. Maureen concluded her self-written cancer story with these words:
“I was trying to handle it by myself. Cancer cannot be handled alone. Nor can it be handled by our power. I needed to let go and let God. After quiet reflection and a word or two from God, I realized that God has promised to be with me and help me. Isaiah 41:13 ‘for I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.’ You cannot beat that!!!
My cancer has been a catalyst for growing emotionally and spiritually for me. I thank God for each day he gives me here on earth but look forward to being with Him after my earthly life is done. In the mean time His grace is sufficient for each day.”
Grateful for having shared Maureen’s life are her husband, Wendell, three children, Samuel, Emma and Job Niewenhuis, all of Aberdeen, her mother, Helaine Theisen, Hot Springs, SD, two brothers, John (Shelli) Theisen, Winter Park, FL, Chris (Bern) Theisen, Bend, OR, four sisters, Peggy (Roger) Exum, Clinton, TN, Colleen (Craig) Fuhs, Burnsville, MN, Mary (Tom) Tschetter, Waxhaw, NC and Terese (Dan) Leuchen, Windsor, CO, and many nieces and nephews.
Maureen was preceded in death by her father, Nick Theisen.
Maureen requested all those who knew her to take a day and pass on an act of kindness in her memory.
LESTER A. SCHNABEL
Funeral service for Lester A. Schnabel, 71, Aberdeen will be 2:00 pm, Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main Street, Aberdeen. Pastor Tanya Rist officiating. Burial in Riverside Memorial Cemetery with military honors by Sidney L. Smith American Legion Post 24. Lester died on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at Aberdeen Health and Rehab.
Visitation will be from noon until the time of the service on Tuesday at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home.
Lester Allen Schnabel, son of Henry and Marie (Gohl) Schnabel was born on June 7, 1940 in Eureka, SD. As a young child he moved with his family to Aberdeen. This is the area where he was raised and graduated from high school. He worked in Aberdeen for several years prior to being drafted and serving several years in the military. He was stationed in Germany and following his honorable discharge returned to Aberdeen.
Lester worked various jobs prior to starting his career with the City of Aberdeen in the Parks and Rec Department, a job which he held until retiring in 1995. He also worked as a cab driver for several years.
Lester enjoyed the outdoors and in his free time liked to hunt and fish. He especially enjoyed his grandchildren and the time he was able to spend with them.
Grateful for having shared Lester’s life and his two children, Jennifer (Brent) Danielson, Aberdeen and Jamie (Nikki) Schnabel, Pierre; two grandsons, Landon and Jaxon Danielson; two sisters, Arlene Decker and Betty (Ray) Peterson; one brother-in-law, Harold Ford and one sister-in-law Fran Schnabel.
Lester was preceded in death by his parents, one sister Mavis Ford and one brother Gordon Schnabel.
