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Philip D. Dowlin
Philip Dean Dowlin, 76, of Rapid City, died
Thursday, May 10, 2012, at his home Phil was born April 7, 1936, in Laird, Colorado to Ross and Fern (Peterson) Dowlin. Phil passed away on the 102nd anniversary of his mother’s birthday. Phil accomplished much in his life but never lost his child-like sense of adventure, an attribute which endeared him to children and animals, especially a certain black cat. His pioneering spirit began as a toddler when he was found on the roof of the family home before he could barely walk. He served in the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1960, where he traveled the globe competing for the US Army Rifle Team, his highest award being his US International Distinguished Shooter Badge. As a highway engineer, he helped blaze trails by surveying mountainous roads in Colorado, Wyoming, Texas and the Black Hills and eventually created the first computer system to design interstate highways. From there he was recruited into the burgeoning computer industry where he became an innovator of revolutionary computer systems for the energy industry and eventually started his own technology company. Phil met his wife, Jan, in 1967 when he hired her to work for him in Denver, CO. and he often said that he has been working for her ever since. They enjoyed 44 years together, including 25 years in Houston, Texas. They had two children, Deanna and Michael, and Phil loved being a father, coaching their basketball teams and beaming with pride at their accomplishments. Phil retired to Rapid City with his wife, Jan, in 1999 to spend time with “the girls,” otherwise known as his mother-in-law Dorothy Morris and her two sisters, Mae Meiners and Marjorie Doody. In retirement, he loved reading, golfing, skiing, playing cards, fishing and playing video games, and he especially loved traveling to exotic locations with his wife and family. True to form, Phil was always thinking of ways to benefit others; he was one of the founders of the Center for Business and Economics of the Northern Plains, South Dakota’s first think-tank. Phil will be remembered for his smile that could light up any room, the mischievous sparkle in his eyes, his generous spirit, his infectious laugh and his terrible, terrible puns. Survivors include his wife, Jan Dowlin of Rapid City; his daughter Deanna Dowlin of Rapid City; his son Michael (Deborah) Dowlin of Houston, Texas; his brothers Ed (May) Dowlin and Ken (Jan) Dowlin, his nieces; Stephanie Skinner and Kerry (Kim); his nephews Darren (Alice) Ulrich, Patrick (Kelly) Dowlin, Kevin (Petra) Dowlin and Kit (Margret) Dowlin and his special “Grandson”, Ryan Skinner. . He was preceded in death by his parents, aunt Helen Brown, sister Carol Ulrich and nephew Elliott Ulrich. Friends and family may call at Edstrom & Rooks Funeral Service, Serenity Springs Chapel of Tranquility on Monday, May 14, from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, May 15, at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Rapid City with Father Rich Ressler officiating and the Reverend David Cameron, homilist. Interment will be at Mountain View Cemetery with military honors in Rapid City immediately following the service. Memorials have been established to Church Response of Rapid City, Ducks Unlimited, the American Cancer Society or donor’s choice.
Edna Connolly Kunz
Edna Connolly Kunz, 80 died Monday, May 7, 2012 at Rapid City Regional Hospital. Born Oct 6, 1931 in Newark, NJ. She was a long time employee of Chanel and Christian Dior in NJ. Edna moved to SD in 2001 and worked several years at Staple and Spice and volunteered at the Journey Museum. She was a graduate of Arkansas State University and a member of St. Michael’s Church in Hermosa Widowed in 1996 she was married to Henry L. Kunz. She leaves behind her daughter and son-in-law Adrienne and Alan Freyer of Hermosa, SD, a son, Conal Kunz, of GA, a grandson, Nicholas Kunz of NJ and a granddaughter, Miranda of TX. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Thurs, May 17, 2012 at 6 PM in St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Hermosa, SD with Fr. Ed Vanorny presiding. In lieu of flowers, donations to PBS.org are appreciated.
LaVawn "Lon" E. Hedin
LaVawn "Lon" E. Hedin, 91, died Saturday, May 12, 2012 at the Rapid City Regional Hospital Auxiliary Hospice House, Rapid City, SD. She was born March 22, 1921 in Wisconsin Dells, WI. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fern A. (Paulsen) Eames, Wall, SD, George A. Eames, Wasta, SD, and her stepfather, Ben Baker; and, in 2003, her husband, Delbert N. Hedin, Rapid City, SD. She is survived by her sons: Dr. Nyle (Deacon Jo) Hedin, Ph.D. and Dana K. Hedin, all from Rapid City, as well as the Rev. Barbara A. Hedin, Ph.D., Vass, NC, and Linda Stewart, Rapid City, both of whom she loved as a daughter; two grandchildren, Nathan Hedin, Buffalo, SD, and Koré(Brent) Nielson, St. Paul, MN; and two great-grandchildren, Mabelle and Simon. We also wish to thank Rob Daly, Mother’s adopted son, for all his help and support. Mother would remind all of her bridge-playing friends: She will have the cards dealt when you arrive! In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the Rapid City Regional Hospital Auxiliary Hospice House or the Humane Society of Rapid City. Memorial services will be held at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 717 Quincy St, Rapid City, SD, on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at 10 am. The Eucharist will be celebrated by Fr. Richard Ressler. Assisting in the service will be the Rev. Kathleen M. Batchelder, Asst Pastor, 1st Congregational Church.
Margaret Smith
Margaret Smith, 89, died Thursday, May 17, 2012 at Rapid City Regional Auxiliary Hospice House. Margaret was born to Joyce Harriet (Sykes) and Elmer Eugene Williams in Watertown, SD. She Graduated from Watertown Sr. H. with honors, in 1940. She attended South Dakota State College in Brookings, SD. In 1945 she and Don F. Smith were married in Watertown, SD where they have made their home since. Margaret worked as Executive Secretary to the president of Midland National Life for 13 years. She then worked for Dr. Robert Bartron and the Bartron Clinic for 13 years. She was an active lifetime member of the Trinity Episcopal Church. Margaret and Don have three children, Colleen Schuft (Scott) Rapid City, Robert Smith (Kathy) Lake Park, MN, and Donald Smith (Roxie) Gettysburg, SD. Margaret is survived by: her husband Don, Watertown, her sister Grace VanHorn, Watertown and brother and sister-in-law Duane and Winnie Smith, Sioux Falls. Her grandchildren: Kristi Schuft, Spearfish, Becky Sherrill, Watertown, Jennifer Smith, Watertown, Laura Smith, Rapid City and Jeffery Smith, Gettysburg. Her step-grandchildren: Cody (Jamie) Saathoff, Watertown, Jennifer (Steve) Brenner, Rozet, WY, Shannon Saathoff, Watertown, Cody Strangeland, Fargo, ND, Samantha Strangeland, Kenosha, WI and Elizabeth Strangeland, Lake Park, MN, her great grandchildren: Spencer Marotz, Annabelle, Katie, and Kallie Brenner. Margaret will be deeply missed by her family, her many friends, and her community. She taught us how to face adversity with honesty and humor, to treasure each day as a gift, and to live the Golden Rule. A Memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, May 25, 2012 at Trinity Episcopal Church in Watertown with Rev. Jackie Bernacci officiating. Edstrom & Rooks Funeral Service at Serenity Springs of Rapid City is in charge of arrangements and is hosting her online guest register at www.serenityspringsfuneralchapel.com. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to Bramble Park Zoo or The Arrow Educational Foundation.
James E. Erickson
James E. Erickson, 73, of Rapid City, died Thursday, May 17, 2012 at Rapid City Regional Hospital. Survivors include his wife, Carole Conrad, Rapid City, two daughters; Julie Erickson, Minneapolis and Krista Erickson, Denver, three grandchildren and a brother, Lynn Erickson, Pierre. Service arrangements are pending with Edstrom & Rooks Funeral Service at Serenity Springs of Rapid City.
Hannelore M. Freismidl
Hannelore M. Freismidl, 72, Rapid City, died Monday, November 30, 2009 at the Rapid City Regional Hospice House. Survivors include her husband, Erwin Freismidl, Rapid City, her son, Jon Freismidl, Sparks, Nevada, a grand daughter, Megan Friesmidl, Sparks, Nevada, a brother, Wolfgang Lobuscher, Udersdorf, Germany and a sister Chrystail Becker, Thiergarten, Germany. A Celebration of Life will be offered at a later date with private inurnment services. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established to the Rapid City Regional Hospice house. Edstrom & Rooks Funeral Services at Serenity Springs Funeral Chapel of Rapid City is in charge of arrangements..
Clifford Pete Larson
Clifford "Pete" Larson, 78, Sauk Village, IL, formerly of the Black Hills area, died on October 31, 2012. He is survived by his children, Teresa Haight, Pelham, NH, Bernard Hemmah, Spearfish, Steve Hemmah, Hawaii, Pam Crossley, N. Richland Hills, TX and Ivan Hemmah, Sauk Village, IL, 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren, and a sister, Luella Cetto, Dallas, OR. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, May 31, 2013 at Black Hills National Cemetery with military honors provided by Rushmore VFW Post 1273.
Casey Lee Finn
Casey Lee Finn, 28, of Rapid City, died Saturday, June 8, 2013 as a result of an auto accident near Watford City, ND. He was born December 13, 1984 in Sioux Falls, SD to Robert and Sharon (Scott) Finn. Casey grew up in Minneapolis, Rockford, Il and when he was 11 years old, the family moved to Custer in 1995. He graduated from Custer High School in 2003 and followed his love of working with his hands and began working in construction and carpentry. Casey worked for Jorgenson Log Homes for five years before taking employment with Patterson Drilling as a motorman in the oil fields of North Dakota so he could save enough money to build his dream log home in the Black Hills. His wedding to Krista Carlson was set to take place on October 12, 2013. Casey was an ardent Chicago Cubs fan, and was adamant about completing the baseball field in Custer. Survivors include his parents: Robert and Sharon Finn, Ocean Springs, Mississippi; his fiancé: Krista Carlson, Rapid City, step daughter: Lexus May, Rapid City; his brothers: Ryan Finn and his husband Roderic Dohleman, Puyallup, WA and Joseph Finn and his wife Teri, Hattiesburg, Mississippi; his sisters: Bobbie Schneller and her husband Tom, Whitewood and Dani Noem and her husband Jay, Custer; his grandmothers: Patricia Finn, Chicago and Lois Scott, Salinas, CA and his eight nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers: Robert L. Finn and John Preston Scott, his great-grandfather: Ernest Finn and his uncle: James Scott. A Celebration of Life memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, June 15, 2013 at Custer Lutheran Fellowship with Pastors Kent Narum and Tom Opoien officiating. A memorial has been established to the completion of the Custer baseball field.
Dr. Harold “Harry” Orville
Dr. Harold “Harry” Orville, 79, Rapid City, died Monday, June 6, 2011 at a local nursing home. He was born January 23, 1932 in Baltimore, MD to Howard and Lillian (Duvall) Orville. He grew up in Arlington, VA, graduating from high school in 1950. Harry graduated from the University of Virginia in 1954. He married Laura Milster in 1954. Harry served with the Army Signal Corp and was honorably discharged in 1956 as a 1st Lieutenant. He received his Masters Degree from Florida State University State University, Tallahassee, in 1956 and his PhD from the University of Arizona, Tucson. Dr. Orville came to the Black Hills and the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology in February 1965. Dr Orville helped set up the Department of Meteorology – the academic arm of Institute of Atmospheric Sciences – and became department head in 1974, serving for twenty years in that position. . He took sabbaticals with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the World Meteorological Organization travelling extensively around the world. He served as interim vice president at SDSM&T in 1987 and 1993, and as acting director of IAS. Upon retiring from fulltime teaching in 1996, Orville was named a distinguished professor emeritus in the Department of Atmospheric Sciences. Dr. Orville was a Fellow of the American Meteorological Society and in 1993, was awarded the Charles Franklin Brooks Award, the highest award for service. In 1965 Harry became the manager of Harney Little League teams, was active in the Boy Scouts of America and served as PTA President. Dr Orville was an avid golfer, becoming a member of the Hole In One Club in 1998, and initiated the annual South Dakota School of Mines and Community Golf Tournament, which has raised tens of thousands of dollars for scholarships. The seventh annual event took place this past Monday, the day that Dr. Orville passed away. Survivors include his wife, Laura Orville, Rapid City, three sons; Douglas Orville and his wife, Lynn, Ellsworth, Maine, Laurence Orville and his wife, Diane (Price), Lake Forest, CA, Allen Orville and his wife, Elise Forrette, Long Island, NY, a daughter, Katherine “Trinka” Miracle, Robbins, CA, two brothers; H. Thomas Orville, Roanoke, VA and Richard Orville, College Station, TX, and six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Memorials will be placed towards the Harold and Laura Orville Graduate Fellowship through the SDSM&T Foundation or to the South Dakota School of Mines and Community Golf Tournament . A memorial service will be held 10:00 am, Saturday, July 23, 2011 at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Rapid City.
LaVerne Mavis Barnhardt
LaVerne Mavis Barnhardt, 88, of Rapid City and formerly of Waubay, died Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at Rapid City Regional Hospital. She was born November 17, 1924 to Emil and Hertha (Zubke) Schulz in Waubay. She was the oldest of four daughters. LaVerne attended county school 211 in Egland Township. She graduated from Waubay High School in 1942. After graduation, she worked at different cafes in Webster. Later she moved to Minneapolis where she worked at Kresges Dime Store until her marriage to Walter Barnhardt of Big Stone City, SD on February 10, 1946 at First English Lutheran Church. She followed her husband to Aberdeen, MD where he was stationed with the U.S. Army. After Walters’ discharge in 1948, they moved in with her parents and farmed for 10 years. Then they moved to a farm south of Ortley where they farmed for another 8 years. In 1966 they moved into Waubay and bought and operated the Waubay Café for 11 years. Due to her husband’s bad health they closed the café and she began working at the Waubay Municipal Liquor Store as a clerk. LaVerne was a member of the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Zion LWML, Ruth Circle and sang in the choir. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and also an honorary member of the Waubay Senior Citizens Center. She loved playing cards, bingo and doing craft work. LaVerne made many beautiful items that she gave to the Senior Citizens Center and to members of the Ladies Aid. She loved cooking and baking for her family. She was noted for her happy go lucky attitude and friendly disposition. She is survived by her four sons; Michael and his wife, Corrine, Rapid City, Daniel and his wife, Susan, Rapid City, Randy and his wife, Linda, Sioux Falls and Ryan and his wife, Cathy, Milbank, nine grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, her sister Phyllis Richardt, Rapid City and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband and two sisters. A visitation will be offered from 5:00pm until 7:00pm, Saturday, June 8, 2013 with a prayer service at 7:00pm with Pastor Sam Bobby at Serenity Springs Funeral Chapel in Rapid City. A second visitation will be offered at Fiksdal Funeral Chapel, Sunday, June 9 from 5:00pm until 7:00pm in Webster. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00am, Monday, June 10 at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Waubay with Pastor Jeffrey Kalb officiating. Interment will be in Lakewood Cemetery. A memorial has been established.
Jacob Daniel Wagner
Jacob Daniel Wagner left this world to join our heavenly father on June 22, 2013, at the young age of 22. He was born on September 13, 1990, in Rapid City, SD. Throughout his life, Jake was a thrill seeker. Jacob was a modern day James Dean. He could be found on the mountain with his snowboard, searching for fresh powder, and wicked moguls – or scaling cliffs like he was Spiderman and gravity was nothing. He also loved his wakeboard, and could twist and flip with the best of them. As a friend, he was loyal to the end. He would tell it like it is and make no apologies. He could make a person laugh at anything, even in their darkest hour. He was ALWAYS the life of the party. As a man, he was just reaching his maturity. He loved spending the evenings alongside his dad, Jerryjay, cooking dinners for his mom Jeanne and sister Kylea. One of his best dishes (that even HE would eat as leftovers) was his spaghetti with a dash of cinnamon. He had grown into a man his father was proud of. He had mastered the smaller equipment at J&J Asphalt, and was moving onto the road grader – well on his path to being able to one day take over the business. He had also just qualified to buy his first home, making his mom so very proud as she could see the life lessons that she had taught him coming to fruition. His sister, Kylea was his all-time best friend. She had become his hero, and he would battle anyone to protect her. It was a friendship between siblings to admire. Jacob is now walking in heaven with his Aunt Shelly, his Grampa Larry, and his Great-Grandparents, Frank and Peggy. He leaves behind a huge family, his Mom, Dad and sister Kylea, Papa and Granny, and his Granny Dee, his little brother Wyatt, the Wagners, Thomas, Fenners, and Perretts families, and his many, many cousins . He had many, many friends who are considered his family, especially Johnny and Tyler Grimm. A memorial has been established to Ski for Light and the Black Hills Hiking Club. A visitation will be offered for his family and friends from 5:00pm until 7:00pm, Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at Serenity Springs Funeral Chapel of Rapid City. A Celebration of Jacob’s life will be held at 3:00pm, Thursday, June 27, 2013 next to the Canyon Lake Chophouse with Fr. Michel Mulloy officiating. Additional parking will be available across Jackson Blvd at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Following cremation, inurnment of his ashes will take place at a future date.
Bonnie J. Vidick
Bonnie J. Vidick, 54, of Gillette, died unexpectedly at the Rapid City Regional Hospital on June 20, 2013. Bonnie was born April 22, 1959 in Boulder, CO to John and Geraldine (Anderson) Collins. She was the middle child. At the age of five, her mother started to teach her how to sew and bought her a Singer sewing machine. She started her lifelong hobby by making clothes for her dolls. Growing up in Pueblo, CO. she attended Pueblo South High school. While attending school, Bonnie worked at a family owned fabric store “Harpers” to feed her hobby, where she also made the cheerleading squads uniforms and friend’s prom dresses. She graduated from Pueblo South in 1977. In 1979, she moved to Wright, WY with her husband Anthony Vidick. In 1980 they moved to Gillette, WY, married, and purchased a house where Bonnie then made it into a home. In 1981, their daughter Jennifer was born. In 1983, their son Nicholas was born. As the kids grew, Bonnie spent time volunteering in various groups and organizations for her children and the community. She worked for the Campbell County School District at Paintbrush Elementary, and after 10 years, she decided to pursue her hobby and start her lifelong dream. In 1997, Bonnie started Quilt Nook Inc. from a room in their home. As years went on, the business expanded, leading her to move the business twice into bigger buildings. As the business blossomed into one of the largest quilting supply stores in Northeastern Wyoming, and with customers from all over the world, her dream was finally realized. Bonnie was also fortunate to watch both her children grow into adults and start their own life’s, and along the way, she was blessed with three amazing grandchildren which she adored dearly. She is survived by her husband, Anthony Vidick, Gillette. Son, Nick Vidick and granddaughter, Velami Vidick, 7, of Gillette. Daughter, Jen Woodard, son-in-law Nick, and her granddaughter, Isabella Woodard, 8, her grandson Cooper Woodard, 6, of Gillette. Parents, John and Geraldine Collins, of Littleton, CO. Brother, Kevin Collins, of Littleton, CO. Sister, Kathleen Clementi, of Atlanta, GA. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 29, at 9:00am at the St. Matthews Catholic Church of Gillette. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate any donations towards medical expenses for Bonnie at the Quilt Nook, Inc. store, 211 W. 2nd St., Gillette, WY 82716.
Mary Ann Peyton
Mary Ann Peyton, 61, of Rapid City, died Sunday, June 30, 2013 at the Rapid City Regional Auxiliary Hospice House. Mary Ann was born January 9, 1952 in Odessa, Texas to George F. and Vera (Johnson) Cory. She was raised in Odessa, but lived all around the world until she settled in Rapid City in July of 2010. Mary Ann was a homemaker and later volunteered at a no kill animal rescue. She loved to travel, fish, camp and create crafts. Survivors include her son, Jeffrey Peyton, her daughter Crystal Nunn , and son in law Marvin, her grand daughter Miracle Nunn, all of Rapid City, her brother, John Cory, Sr., Lubbock, TX and her sister, Neva Smith, Capitan, NM and many nieces and nephews. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents; George and Vera Cory. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 PM, Saturday, July 6, 2013 at Serenity Springs Funeral Chapel with Chris “Byrde” Jendersee officiating. Inurnment of her ashes will be at a future date in the Church of the Nazarene Cemetery in Capitan, NM. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established to Justin’s Run to benefit Storybook Island and Mended Little Hearts of the Black Hills.
Leo N. Zaug
Leo N. Zaug, 73, of Rapid City, died Saturday, June 15, 2013 at Rapid City Regional Hospital. Leo Nicholas Zaug was born January 25, 1940, in Watertown, SD, to Elmer & Loretta (Spartz) Zaug. He was raised on a farm near Kranzburg, SD, and graduated from Waverly High School in 1958. As the oldest of eleven children he learned about hard work and getting along with people. These lessons led to his success in the South Dakota National Guard where he trained on heavy equipment. He moved to Minneapolis, MN, in the early 1960s where he met and fell in love with Barbara Maag. They married on June 6, 1964. Leo began a lengthy career working for United Parcel Service. He started on the pre-sort, became a driver, and entered management as he was transferred to Watertown, SD, in 1971. His twenty-nine years at UPS, brought him to Mitchell, Rapid City, Fargo, and finally back to Rapid City. After retiring, Leo built his dream house on the Missouri River outside of Gettysburg, SD. He enjoyed nothing better than driving there and spending as much time as possible fishing for walleyes or hunting pheasants. Leo also enjoyed giving back to his community and was a member of the Westside Kiwanis Club in Rapid City for 16 years. He was president of the club twice, organized the annual pancake breakfast fund raiser, and helped create Mary Hall Park on the west side of Rapid City. He received the Region 4 Star Award in 2011 from the Minnesota-Dakotas Kiwanis District for all of his remarkable service to his community. Asked what value he saw in belonging to Kiwanis, Leo responded easily, stating that working with people to help people was a life goal and Kiwanis helped him achieve that goal. Leo was also a strong family man who loved to spend time with his children and grandson. His daughter Pamela is married to David Ludek and lives in Lewisville, TX. His son Douglas is married to Amie and along with their son, Jacob, live in Rapid City. Leo loved nothing more than telling everyone how smart his grandson Jake was and what an amazing outdoorsman that he was becoming. Leo was preceded in death by his son Daniel Michael who died at birth. Leo is survived by his wife Barbara, children Pamela and Douglas, their spouses, and his grandson Jacob. He is also survived by his siblings and their spouses: Leona Baker (Houston,TX), Gerald Zaug (Kranzburg), Mary Jo Opgaard (Minneapolis, MN) , Michael Zaug (Watertown) , Diana Cole (Watertown) , Leonard Zaug (Whitehall, MI) , Patricia Martin (West Covina, CA) , Allen Zaug (Watertown) , Marita Sturm (Watertown) , and David Zaug (Watertown). A visitation will be held from 5:00pm until 7:00pm, Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at Serenity Springs Funeral Chapel in Rapid City with a Christian Wake service and Rosary recitation at 7:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:00am, Thursday, June 20 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish with Fr. Brian Lane Presiding. Interment will be in Mt Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Rapid City. A memorial has been established to the Westside Kiwanis Club.
Bryan K. Gonzalez
Bryan K. Gonzalez, 50, of Rapid City, died Monday, June 24 near his home. He was born November 14, 1962 in Burbank, CA to James and Janice Gonzalez. Bryan grew up in Burbank and graduated from Village Christian High School in Sun Valley, CA. He attended UCLA. Bryan married Debra Bayman in Burbank on November 10, 1990 and they moved to Rapid City in 1994. He worked for the Chamber of Commerce as Director in Hot Springs before beginning his real estate development career in Rapid City. Bryan had a passion for fly fishing and fly tying and loved being with family, especially his nieces, nephews and their families. He is survived by his wife, Debra Gonzalez, Rapid City, his stepson, Jeff Blize, and his wife, Jocelyn, Portland, OR, a grandson, Tommy, his mother, Janice Gonzalez, Akeley, MN and his father, James Gonzalez, Burbank, CA. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at 10:30 am at South Canyon Lutheran Church in Rapid City with Pastor Bruce Thalacker officiating. A memorial has been established by the family.
