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Glen L. Schaefer, age 52 of Yankton, SD died Tuesday, December 11, 2007 at the Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, SD. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, December 15, 2007 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Yankton, SD with Rev. Mark Lichter officiating. Burial will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitations will be 3-9 PM, Friday, December 14, 2007 at the Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton, SD with a 7:00 PM rosary followed by a 7:30 PM scripture service. Pallbearers will be Joe Maruska, David Koerner, Ron Maruska, Kenneth Leise, Ray Koerner, and Fred Rybczynski.
Glen Lawrence was born on September 1, 1955 to Victor and Cecelia (Brech) Schaefer in Yankton, SD. He came from a family of four brothers and five sisters being the seventh child. He enjoyed spending time with his family during family reunions and the holidays. He loved playing bingo on Fridays with his mom, sister, and nephew at the Senior Citizens Center. Some of his favorite activities were bowling, going boating, Special Olympics, ERTH class, eating out, attending concerts, plays and movies, camping at Weigand and Lewis and Clark. He really enjoyed his trips to the Black Hills and Minneapolis-where he got to see his favorite team...the Minnesota Twins! When he was relaxing, he would watch TV or videos, play checkers, dominoes and cards with his friends and family.
His memory will always be cherished by his mother, Cecelia (Brech) Schaefer, Yankton, SD; his brothers: Duane (Kathy) of Bemidji, MN, Ken (Pam) of Yankton, SD, Verlin (Donna) of Gering, NE, Rodney of Gillette, WY; his sisters, Karen (Fred) Rybczynski of Broomfield, CO, Judy Schaefer of Yankton, SD, Janice (Kenneth) Leise of Norfolk, NE, Laurie (Ray) Koerner of Yankton, SD, and Gail (Ron) Maruska, Yankton, SD, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Viola M. Schmadeke, age 83 of Yankton, SD passed away on Friday, December 28, 2007 at the Avera Sister James Care Center in Yankton, SD. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services are pending under the direction of the Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton, SD.
Viola M. was born on September 3, 1924 to Arius and Mary (Brt) Markle in Denton, Nebraska. On June 6, 1944, she was united in marriage to Lawrence D. Schmadeke. She was employed as a Deli Manager for the Baker's Supermarket in Omaha, NE from 1977 to 1988.
Those who will cherish her memory are her two sons: Denver and JoAnn Schmadeke of Omaha, NE and David and Charlene Schmadeke of Crofton, NE; her daughter, Joyce and Dean Goedeker of Denver, CO; five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, two brothers, and three sisters.
The family requests that memorials be directed to: Westwood Community Church, 13056 Atwood Avenue, Omaha, NE 68144.
Mel Severson died peacefully at home September 15, 2006. To honor his wishes, the family loaned his body to the Medical School at the University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD, as part of their program for the education of future medical students. The body has now been returned to the Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton, and burial will be 11:00 AM, Saturday, December 22, 2007 at Vangen Lutheran Cemetery, Mission Hill, SD with Rev. Lance Lindgren officiating. There will be a light lunch following at Vangen Lutheran Church in Mission Hill. The family appreciates your continued prayers of support.
Edgar Shelburg, age 77 of Lesterville, SD passed away on Thursday, February 14, 2008 at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton, SD. No formal services will be held. Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton, SD is in charge of the arrangements.
Edgar Louis Shelburg was born on October 9,1930 to Earl Donald and Lela Fern (Daugherty) Shelburg in Des Moines, IA. He was united in marriage to Maxine L. Miller on November 18, 1949 in Des Moines, IA. Edgar was employed as a tree faller in Oregon. He then became employed as a mechanic and enjoyed working on Indian Motorcycles, Harleys, cars, trucks, and large heavy construction equipment. He also became an expert machinist. He held various jobs as a Millwright worker and then became a superintendent of many jobs including coalmines.
His memory will be cherished by his sons: David (Patty) Shelburg of Yankton, SD, Ronald (Darla) Shelburg of Montrose, SD, Robert (Lisa) Shelburg of Waterloo, IA, Todd Shelburg, of Sioux Falls, SD, and John Shelburg; daughters, Margaret Stewart of Waterloo, IA and Judy Shelburg of Yankton, SD; brothers: Charles Shelburg of Mission Hill, SD, John Shelburg of Yankton, SD, and James Shelburg of Houston, TX; sister, Marlene Shelburg of Yankton, SD; 23 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Lela Shelburg, grandparents, David and Opal Daugherty and Oscar and Lela Shelburg, two brothers, Gerald and Donald Shelburg, one sister, Barbara, one son, Charles, one daughter, Vicky and a granddaughter, Stacey Marie.
Dorothy M. Sherman, age 87, of Yankton, passed away Monday, February 11, 2008 at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton, SD. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM, Thursday, February 14,2008 at the Kostel Funeral Chapel, Yankton, SD with Rev. Dave Gunderson officiating. Burial will be in the Yankton Cemetery. Visitations will be from 5-7 PM, Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at the Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton, SD. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Michael Block, Jason Block, Corey Block, Riley Haberman, Chris Frick, Adam Frick, and Colton Wurtz.
Dorothy was born on October 5, 1920 to James "Jim" and Lydia (Bucholtz) Whatling in Yankton, SD. She enjoyed sewing for her family and making quilts. She was a janitor for Boomer's Lounge until she retired at 80 years old.
Her memory will always be cherished by her sons: Jerry (Grace) Huntley and Gary (Edna) Boom; her daughters: Sharon (John Thorton) Smith and Carol (Larry Noecker) Boom; grandsons: Michael Block, Jason Block, and Corey (Shannon) Block; granddaughters: Kim Smith, Brenda (Keith) Haberman, Jacki (Keith) Tramp, Traci Wurtz, and Tricia Bromley; 17 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Bonnie Whatling, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James "Jim" and Lydia Whatling; brothers, Don Novak, James Whatling, and Raymond "Sonny" Whatling; sisters, Sylvia Krovoza and Doris Zanotti and a grandson, Kelly Huntley.
Carltaeviss Latron Short, 26, of Tabor, SD formerly of Monroe, LA died unexpectedly at his home Tuesday, December 18, 2007. Memorial services will be held at 7:00 PM, Thursday, January 10, 2007 at the Sherman Center on the Campus of Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell, SD. Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton is in care of the arrangements.
Carltaeviss Latron was born on February 28, 1981 to Carl Littleberry and Jacqueline Short in Monroe, Louisiana. He attended grade and high school in Monroe, Louisiana. After graduation, he attended Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell, SD playing football until 2006 and graduating with a Criminal Justice Degree. While attending DSU, Carl worked at the Quality Inn in Mitchell and for Our Home Inc. group home in Parkston, SD. He was also a Marine Reservist until 2004. Carl played semi pro football for the Crofton Thunderbirds in 2007. At the time of his death, Carl worked at the Wal-Mart Super Center in Yankton and lived in Tabor with his girlfriend, Michelle Millen and her children, Tajia, Devin and Jordan.
Carl is survived by his father, Carl (Darlene) Littleberry; his mother, Jacqueline Short; his Godparents, Lester and Dewanna Jackson of Monroe, LA; his very special significant other, Michelle Millen and her children Tajia, Devin, and Jordan all of Tabor, SD; 9 brothers and 8 sisters, all of Monroe, LA, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his two Grandmothers: Ruth Jackson and Bernice Littleberry and two Grandfathers: Louis Short and Alonzo Littleberry.
The family requests that memorials be directed to: Pastor Brandon Vetter, Dakota Wesleyan University, 1200 West University Avenue, Mitchell, SD, 57301.
Deborah Ellen Omanson Stevens, age 55, went to heaven to be with Jesus on January 22, 2008 at Avera McKennan Hospital, Sioux Falls, SD after a short battle with leukemia. A Service of Remembrance will be held 3:00 PM, Sunday, January 27, 2008 at the Emmanuel Evangelical Church (Yankton High School Theatre) Yankton, SD, with Rev. Charity Marquis officiating. Private family services of interment will be in the Sun Prairie Baptist Cemetery, rural Salem, SD. Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Mike Stevens, Dwight Omanson, Mark Palmquist, Jason Omanson, Darrell Omanson, Micah Omanson, Glen Palmquist, and John Marquis.
Deb was born on March 4, 1952 to Reverend Oliver Omanson and Genevieve Palmquist Omanson. She graduated from Salem High School in 1970 and was the South Dakota State High School debate champion. She attended Bethel College where she graduated in 1974 with a double major in applied music (pipe organ) and education.
In 1975 she married Mike Stevens. In 1978, both Deb and Mike graduated together with each receiving postgraduate degrees. Deb received master degrees in music history and education while Mike received his law degree. In 1980 Deb received her doctorate degree from the University of South Dakota in educational psychology.
Deb's brother Darrell led her to the Lord Jesus Christ when was very young and her life was spent in the service to God. As a result, she used all of her educational and music talents in the service of the King of Kings. She taught Sunday school, vacation bible school, AWANA, led bible studies and she was one of the high school youth counselors. She taught her students that the only way to go to heaven was to believe in Jesus Christ. She was the church pianist, organist and accompanist beside the leader of the church orchestra. She attended Emmanuel Evangelical Church where she took great joy in assisting her father in his ministry. Her life verse was John 15:16.
In addition to her church activities, she was involved in several civic activities including being the President of the Yankton Community Concert Series and a member of the Yankton Area Arts Association Board.
Deb cherished the fact that she was able to be a "stay at home" mom. She poured her energies into the lives of Sophie and Sadie. She loved being able to help her daughters with their homework, reading to them, and taking them to school. She treasured being able to help them with their music lessons and as a result each were members of the South Dakota All State Orchestra.
She will be greatly missed by her husband Mike Stevens; daughters Sophie and Sadie; her parents Revered Oliver Omanson and Genevieve; her brothers Darrell (Sue) Omanson, Sioux Falls, South Dakota; Dwight (Judy) Omanson, Torrance, California; and her many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and cousins.
Ella Ulmer, age 98 of Menno passed away on Sunday, February 3, 2008 at the Menno-Olivet Care Center, Menno, SD. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 PM, Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at Grace Lutheran Church in Menno, SD with Rev. Brad Danielson officiating. Burial will be in the Menno cemetery. Visitations will be from 4-8 PM, Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at the Aisenbrey-Kostel Funeral Home in Menno with the family present from 7-8 PM. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church. Pallbearers will be Sarah Simpson, Jeff Simpson, Melissa Hansen, Katie Hansen, Molly Knutson, Chad Knutson, and Maggie Hansen.
Ella was born September 30, 1909 to Karl and Marie (Mutchelknaus) Delzer in rural Freeman, SD. She was baptized on December 12, 1909 at the Johannasdal Reformed Church in Freeman, SD and confirmed at the Kassel Church Reformed in Menno, SD on June 5, 1925. On June 15th, 1927, Ella was united in marriage to Gilbert Ulmer. They farmed in the Menno area all their life until 1981 when they moved into Menno. She enjoyed her garden and flowers especially African Violets.
Ella's memory will always be cherished by her two grandchildren: Ronnie Ulmer of Moorcroft, WY and Carol (Roger) Hansen of Irene, SD; her daughter-in-law, Gertrude (Allen) Andersh of Yankton, SD; seven great granddaughters, and four great great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert, her son, Dowean, her brothers: Robert, Albert, Ted, Christ, Ben, Eddie, Fred, and LeRoy, and her sisters: Ida Surutszki and Annette Delzer.
Mallory Jo Vaith, 5 weeks old, daughter of Corey and Jackie Vaith of Yankton died unexpectedly on Friday, December 07, 2007 at the Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton, SD. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM, Monday, December 10, 2007 at St. Benedict Catholic Church, Yankton, SD with Rev. Ken Bain officiating. Burial will be in the St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery, Lesterville, SD. Visitations will be held from 1-5 PM, Sunday, December 9, 2007 at the Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton. Visitations will continue at 6:30 PM at the St. Benedict Catholic Church with a 7:00 PM rosary followed by a 7:30 scripture service. Visitations will resume one hour prior to the service at the church. Honorary pallbearers will be Mallory's cousins.
Mallory Jo Vaith was born on November 1, 2007 to Corey and Jackie (Hofer) Vaith at the Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, SD.
Our sweet, sweet baby girl: No baby has ever been loved as much as you. Mommy and Daddy love you.
Mallory's memory will always be cherished by her parents, Corey and Jackie Vaith of Yankton, SD; her Grandparents: Gaylon Hofer and special friend, Cheryl Nelles of Scotland, SD, David and Joanie Auch of Tyndall, SD, and Ken and Elaine Vaith of Lesterville, SD; Great Grandparents: Sammy and Lydia Hofer of Scotland, SD, Cleadues and Margie Hovorka of Tyndall, SD, and David and Eileen Kortan of Yankton, SD; her Aunts and Uncles: Amy and Jack Eckert of Chula Vista, CA, John Hofer of Scotland, SD, Bev and Bruce Ulmer of Yankton, SD, Brian and Dawn Vaith of Scotland, SD, Jeff and Susy Vaith of Lesterville, SD, Brenda and Dave Edler of Lesterville, SD, Dean and Jen Vaith of Menno, SD, and Nancy and Richard Hauck of Utica, SD, and many cousins
She was preceded in death by her two cousins, Nick Vaith in 1992 and Colin Hauck in 2004.
