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Douglas E. Iverson
September 13, 1949 - September 13, 2011
Douglas E. Iverson, 62, Sturgis, died
Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at his home in Sturgis.
Memorial services will be 2 p.m. Monday, August 19, 2011 at the Kinkade Funeral Chapel in Sturgis with Rev. Herbert B. Cleveland officiating. Inurnment follows at the Black Hills National Cemetery with military honors provided by the Sturgis Veterans Honor Guard. A memorial has been established to the Sturgis Veterans Honor Guard.
Doug was born September 13, 1949 at Vermillion, SD, to Wayne and Mathilda (Jepsen) Iverson. The family moved to Sturgis while Doug was very young. He attended Sturgis schools until joining the Parks Job Corps Center in California.
Doug enlisted in the US Army and served as a door gunner on a huey for three tours in Vietnam. Following his discharge he returned home and worked at the Homestake in Lead for six months.
Doug married Joyce Staudinger on February 14, 1974 at Ft. Meade. Doug re enlisted and returned to active military service. The family lived in Ft. Leavenworth, KS, Ft. Richardson, Anchorage, AK, and Fitzimmons in Denver, CO, prior to his honorable discharge. The family returned to Sturgis and Doug worked at Fort Meade in nursing services. He retired in 2000 from housekeeping.
Doug was a member of the VFW, DAV and served on the Sturgis Veterans Honor Guard.
Survivors include his wife Joyce Iverson, Sturgis; one son Jason Iverson, Huron, SD; one daughter, Daneen (Michael) Domogalski, Sturgis; two sisters, Pam Iverson, Chicago, IL, Michelle McIntyre, Mazomanie, WI; also one grand daughter, Kylie Domogalski, Sturgis.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, parents and one niece.
Rev. Michael James Fox
January 27, 1950 - September 11, 2011
The Rev. Michael James Fox, 61, pastor of Grace Lutheran Church in Sturgis, died suddenly at his home in Sturgis Sunday, Sept. 11, 2011.
He was born January 27, 1950, in St. Paul, Minn., to James and Pauline (Lindstrom) Fox. He was baptized into Christ March 5, 1950, and confirmed his faith April 19, 1964, at Concordia Lutheran Church in South St. Paul, Minn.
While in confirmation class, at age 12, Michael felt the call to serve God as a pastor. He was ordained as a pastor August 28, 1977, at his home congregation, Concordia Lutheran Church in South St. Paul. He served God for 34 years as a Lutheran pastor and dearly loved parish ministry.
He graduated from Concordia Academy in St. Paul in 1968; Concordia College in St. Paul in 1970; and Concordia Senior College in Fort Wayne, Ind., in 1972. He later attended Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Mo., and graduated from Concordia Seminary in Exile in St. Louis in 1976.
He served as pastor of Zion Lutheran Church, Hardwick, Minn., and St. John’s Lutheran Church, Trosky, Minn., 1977-1981; St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, Winona, Minn., 1981-1990; Spirit of Christ Lutheran Church, Ham Lake, Minn., 1990-1993; Trinity Lutheran Church, Waconia, Minn., 1993-1997; Baltic Lutheran Church, Baltic, S.D., and East Nidaros Lutheran Church, Baltic, S.D., 2001-2006; and Grace Lutheran Church, Sturgis, S.D., 2006-2011.
He married Diane Wilken June 9, 1973, in Danforth, Ill. They were blessed with two daughters, Jennifer Suzanne, and Stephanie Marie.
He married Susan Villmow Nov. 19, 2005, in Colton, S.D.
He loved to sing and act and was involved in numerous plays and vocal concerts. He was recently involved in the Sturgis Community Theater and Sturgis Community Cantata. He was president of the Sturgis Kiwanis Club. He was also active in the Sturgis Alliance of Churches. He was involved in church leadership beyond the congregation throughout his ministry. He was currently serving as the Dean of the Bear Butte Conference of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
He is survived by his wife, the Rev. Susan Villmow Fox, Sturgis and Buffalo, S.D.; daughters, Jennifer (Ron) Schultz, Winona, Minn., Stephanie (Jesse) Zuerlein, Menomonie, Wis., and Melissa Rieger, Buffalo, S.D.; sons, Scott (Maranda) Pogany, Katterbach, Germany, and Robert (Kim) Rieger, Huron, S.D.; grandchildren, Zachary Schultz, Jayda Zuerlein, Jacob Rieger, and Gabriel Rieger. An additional grandson will be born in October. He is also survived by one brother, Wayne (Linda) Fox, Coon Rapids, Minn.; two sisters, Marlys (Jerome) Gardner, Maplewood, Minn., and Gail (Bruce) Avenson, South St. Paul, Minn.; sister-in-law, Jan Fox, Inver Grove Heights, Minn.; aunts and uncles, Lorraine Hayek, Woodbury, Minn., Bev (Howard) Hinseth, Minneapolis, Pearl Ratzloff, Minneapolis, and Robert Campbell, Chandler, Ariz.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, his parents, and one brother, Greg.
Visitation will be Saturday, Sept. 17th from noon to 5:00 p.m. at Kinkade Funeral Chapel. A prayer service will be held Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, September 18, 2011, at 2:00 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Sturgis with Revs. Bruce Thalacker and Wilbur Holz officiating. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, September 20th at 11:00 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery in Winona, Minn.
A memorial has been established.
All clergy are invited to participate in the procession and encouraged to wear white stoles and to gather in the church basement 15 minutes prior to the service on Sunday.
Howard Keith Dinnell
August 21, 1930 - September 10, 2011
Howard Keith Dinnell, 81, Sturgis, died Saturday, September 9, 2011, at the Fort Meade VA Medical Center.
Graveside committal services will be held Wednesday, September 14, 2011, at 2:30 p.m. at Black Hills National Cemetery with Pastor Jenene Earl officiating. Military honors will be provided by the Sturgis Veteran's Honor Guard. Family and friends may gather at Kinkade Funeral Chapel prior to leaving for the cemetery.
Howard was born August 21, 1930, in Ainsworth, NE, to Harold and Nellie (Ferguson) Dinnell. He was a baker and belonged to the Baker's Union.
He leaves to mourn his closest friend and companion of 12 years, Edee Weber, Sturgis, and her children; his four children; one brother; and one sister.
Dear Howard, You've been just like a Grandpa to me, in your kind and thoughtful way. In all the helpful things you do and caring things you say…And even though the two of us, don't share a family name, deep within my heart of hearts, you're "My Grandpa" just the same! By: John Trapani, Love, Brooks.
Elliott Albert Beers Jr.
October 20, 1934 - September 8, 2011
Elliott Albert Beers Jr., 76, Rapid City, died Thursday, September 8, 2011, at Sturgis Regional Hospital.
A celebration of his life will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September, 13, 2011, at 2025 Jolly Lane, Rapid City. Inurnment will follow at the cemetery in Martin, SD.
Survivors include his special friend and caregiver, Kay Morsett, Rapid City; brother, Kenneth Beers, Rapid City; two sisters, Carolyn (Jerry) Fray, Beresford, SD, and Mary (John) Garner, Keystone Heights, FL.
Jason Robert Jutting
December 12, 1973 - September 6, 2011
Jason Robert Jutting, 37, Newcastle, WY, died Monday, September 5, 2011 at his home in Newcastle.
Memorial services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at the Grace Lutheran Church in Sturgis, SD, with Rev. Denzel Nonhof officiating.
In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established for the education of his daughters.
Jason was born December 12, 1973 at Sturgis, SD, to Robert and Donna (Hemenway) Jutting.
Jason attended Sturgis Brown High School. On July 13, 2001 he married Aimee Lea Hundertfund at Sturgis.
Jason enjoyed all types of bargain hunting, auctions and garage sales. He was an antique collector. From the time he was a little boy sitting on the hill watching the Corvette Rallys he developed a fascination for Corvette and had acquired several through out his life. He was very proud of being able to purchase a brand new one last year.
Jason was the proud father of his two girls. They were the light of his life. He loved being a pageant Dad and he never missed an opportunity to spoil his girls. He shared a very special bond with each one of his daughters.
Jason and his colorful sense of humor will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Survivors include his wife Aimee Jutting; his daughters, Makenzie and Makenna Jutting; parents, Bob and Donna Jutting, Sturgis; brothers, Justin Jutting, Sturgis, Dustin Jutting, Wright, WY; sisters, Christi Wells and Misty Jutting, both of Wright, WY; grandparents, Marge Jutting, Sturgis, Violet Hemenway, Medical Lake, WA.
He was preceded in death by his beloved grandfathers, Melvin Jutting and Leslie Hemenway, his aunt Nancy Eckhart and uncle Rodney Hemenway.
The mystery of the orange rock has been solved!
Brandon James Slater
December 21, 1981 - August 28, 2011
Brandon James Slater, 29, of Lead, SD, and formerly of Lansing, MI, died Sunday, August 28, 2011, at his residence.
A celebration of Brandon's life will be held Sunday, September 11, 2011, at 3:00 p.m. at the Lead Assembly of God Church with Rev. Paul Thompson officiating. A second service will be held Sunday, September 18th at 2:00 p.m. at the University Christian Church in East Lansing, MI, with Mr. Zachary Pope officiating.
Brandon was born December 21, 1981, in Lansing, MI, to James and Rebecca (Frankum) Slater. He grew up and graduated from Eastern High School in Lansing. Brandon attended the Abilene Christian University. He worked as a clerk at a convenience store/gas station.
Brandon moved to Lead in May of 2010. He was currently working at the Alco store in Lead.
Brandon loved music. He was looking forward to the new season of "House."
He is survived by his father, Jim Slater, Grand Ledge, MI; his mother, Becky Fisher, Florence, AL; his grandmothers, Jo Dickert, Deadwood, SD, and Helen Slater, Dearborn Heights, MI; two brothers, Mark Slater, Burlington, VT, and Zachary Slater, Grand Ledge, MI; one sister, Ashleigh Reade, Florence, AL; and one uncle David Dickert, Deadwood, SD.
He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Harold Slater and Dave Dickert.
A memorial has been established to the Lansing City Rescue Mission.
Daisy H. Sager Gardner Magenheimer
November 30, 1915 - September 5, 2011
Daisy Henrietta Sager Gardner Magenheimer, 95, Rapid City and formerly of Sturgis, died Monday, September 5, 2011 at the Rapid City Regional Hospital Hospice House.
Visitation will be noon until 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 07, 2011, at the Kinkade Funeral Chapel in Sturgis.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, September 8, 2011 at the Kinkade Funeral Chapel in Sturgis with Rev. John Little officiating. Burial follows at the Bear Butte Cemetery in Sturgis.
A memorial has been established to the Rapid City Regional Hospital Hospice House.
Daisy was born November 30, 1915 to Don and Anna (Berk) Sager at their home near Gordon, Nebraska.
Daisy moved with her parents and sisters Lavalla and Ruby to Sturgis in 1917. Daisy was married to Bert Gardner February 17, 1934 in Sturgis. They had 4 children: sons Don and twins Delbert and Elbert, and daughter, Virginia. Elbert died in 1936 and Delbert died in 2005. The family lived in various logging camps around the area and then lived in Sturgis. Daisy worked for several years at the Hatchery in Sturgis, candling eggs and delivering them to towns around the Hills. She raised her children with love and her hobbies were fishing, oil painting, crocheting, camping, riding in the Hills with Bert and spending time with her sisters. Her husband, Bert, died in 1981.
Daisy married John Magenheimer April 22, 1992 in Sturgis. John and Daisy did volunteer work for the Sturgis Senior Center, the Chamber of Commerce, and at Bear Butte. John and Daisy loved selling fruit in many of the towns in the area. They also loved to go for rides and walks around the Black Hills. John and Daisy moved to assisted living Rapid City in 2008.
Surviving Daisy are her husband John Magenheimer, Rapid City; children Don and Rosie Gardner, Fairburn; Virginia and Dave Utter, Rapid City; and daughter-in-law, Sharon Gardner, Willits, California . Grandchildren are Dave and Jennifer Utter and their son, Johnathon, Piedmont; Darrell and Shannon Utter and their daughters Shaelyn and Ashlyne, Rapid City; Susan Utter, Rapid City; Bobby and Jewel Gardner and their children, Jared, Christine and Ricky, Willits, CA; Grandson Michael’s sons Jeremy and Gregory; Granddaughter Shanna Parker and her children Brandy, Casey, Dustin and Tanner, and the children's father, Vernon Parker, Albuquerque, NM; granddaughter Donita and Ray and their son RJ, Rapid City; grandson Johnny and Kim and their children Shay and Cody, Albuquerque, NM; grandson Tony Gardner, Las Vegas, NM; and grandchildren Don, Richard, Randy, Rickita and Tanya and their families.
Preceding Daisy in death were her husband, Bert, sons Delbert and Elbert, and grandson Michael Gardner. Daisy was the last one left of her generation and was preceded in death by all of her sisters and brothers.
Daisy was baptized at First Baptist Church, Sturgis, SD, by Rev. Wendell Mosser. She was a member at that church and at Black Hills Baptist Church in Whitewood, SD, and at Sturgis Christian Church.
Elmer John Biers
October 30, 1921 - September 2, 2011
Elmer John Biers was born October 30, 1921 in La Salle, Colorado to Elsie Marie Bledsoe Biers and Lora John Biers. He had a sister Lucille born in 1918 and a brother Fred born in1924. The family later moved to Greeley, Colorado, and Potter, Nebraska, before settling in Billings, Montana in 1931.
Elmer graduated from Billings High School in 1939. That was the same year the family started building a cabin in Red Lodge, Montana. The cabin was a vacation get-away – then and still is today.
He moved to Dayton, Ohio in 1941 and worked as a civilian aircraft mechanic at Dayton Air Force Base. On April 13, 1942 he married Dorothy Jean Morrow. In the fall of 1942 he transferred to Ellsworth Air Force Base and continued his employment as an aircraft mechanic. In the summer of 1943 Elmer joined the Army Air Force and served until December, 1945. All but 30 days of his military time was served in Europe. After his discharge he returned to Ellsworth Air Force Base continuing in the mechanic field. In 1949 Elmer and Dorothy purchased land near Black Hawk and later started a dairy farm operation. In 1963 Elmer purchased a ranch south of Tilford to expand the dairy farm. While Dorothy and the kids ran the farm, Elmer served in various capacities in civil service. In 1966 he was appointed to Chief of Production to coordinate the installation of minute man missile sites in Sedalia, Mo; Great Falls, Mt; Cheyenne, Wy; Minot, ND, and finished his career at Ellsworth Air Force Base in 1979.Elmer purchased and restored a damaged 1947 Navion airplane and enjoyed flying. He was a member of the Evangelical Free Church and made church a priority, seldom missing a Sunday. He also belonged to the Gideon organization. Elmer is survived by his wife of 69 years Dorothy, six sons; Darryl, Scenic; Bob, Helena, MT; Jim, Piedmont; Jerry, Tilford; Dallas, Piedmont; and David, Black Hawk; and two daughters, JoAnn, Gothenburg, NE; and Barb, Moorcroft, Wy. Elmer was blessed with 22 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his father, his mother, his stepfather, and siblings.
Elmer enjoyed traveling. The trip he shared the most about was to the Holy Land. This trip had a profound effect on his life and used it to further testify of his faith in God. His favorite trip was no doubt his final journey to be with his Savior on September 2, 2011. Visitation will be Wednesday at Kinkade Funeral Home in Sturgis from noon to 7 p.m., with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be Thursday at 10 a.m. at the former First Evangelical Free Church at 1124 Kansas City Street, Rapid City. He will be laid to rest at Black Hills National Cemetery. A memorial has been established to the Hills View Evangelical Free Church building fund in Piedmont.
Carl Leo Anstett
July 9, 1937 - September 1, 2011
Carl Leo Anstett 74, long time resident of Hill City passed away peacefully on September 1, 2011 at the South Dakota Veterans Home in Hot Springs. By his side was his loving life partner of 26 years, Barbara Burnham.
Carl was born to Leo and Florence Anstett on July 9, 1937 in Hot Springs SD they lived in Oelrichs where they owned a grocery store, “Anstett’s Market”. Carl attended high school at Chadron Prep. After a short time at Chadron State College he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he was trained as a communication specialist and attained a “Top Secret Security Clearance”. Carl was very proud of his service to his country. While in the Air Force he married his high school sweetheart, Dolores Thoendel in 1958. They were married for 25 years and they had two daughters together. They lived in many places including Germany, Turkey, Hawaii, and Washington D.C., where he served at the Pentagon. Following his 20 years of military service, he moved to Hill City where he worked for the Forest Service until his retirement at the age of 61.
Wherever Carl was in the world, he enjoyed nature and the outdoors, swimming in the ocean, fishing with his grandchildren, and camping. His very best days were spent sailing, riding his Harley, or walking his dogs through the hills. Carl was colorful and unconventional, the original old time Harley rider and mountain man. His favorite song was “Ramblin’ Man”.
His beautiful blue eyes will be missed by family and friends.
Carl is survived by his companion, Barbara Burnham of Hot Springs; former wife, Dolores Anstett of Colorado Springs; and his sister, Dorothy Gregson of Sundance WY. Daughters Deborah (Brad) Vollmar, Sonna Anstett (Jeff Caves), of Colorado Springs. His pride was in his grandchildren, Hunter and Britta Horsfall, Huck Vollmar of Colorado Springs, Tyler, Allison, and Tatum Henderson of Hill City. Nieces include Kathy (Roger) Teat of Cherry Log Georgia, Jana (Keith) Metcalf of Newcastle; Nephews Jeff Gregson of Belton,TX, and Joe Gregson of Hill City; and many cousins, great nieces and nephews. Other dear friends of the Black Hills include Jamie and John Henderson, Mark and Paul Burnham, Rich Morris and True Rickenbach of Chadron. Last but not least, all his Veteran friends at the V.A.
Carl was preceded in death by his parents, Florence and Leo Anstett of Hill City and his brother-in-law, Glen Gregson of Sundance WY as well as his beloved dog, Ginger.
You are invited to join family and friends for an informal reception sharing memories of Carl’s life. Feel free to bring your photos and stories to the South Dakota State Veterans Home (auditorium) 2500 Minnekahta Ave, Hot Springs, SD on SEPTEMBER 17, 2011 at 2:00 p.m.
Carl will be laid to rest in the Oelrichs Cemetery next to his parents.
David Anthony Hunsucker
April 26, 1952 - August 26, 2011
On August 26, 2011, in the early morning hours, our beautiful friend fell asleep in death. His name was David Anthony Hunsucker; you may have known him as David Anthony. David was a talented pianist and composer who's creativity was boundless. He composed many tunes inspired by the beauty and adventure of the Black Hills. But David was much, much more than a talented artist, he was a beautiful soul.
David and Debi were married nearly forty years when he fell asleep in death. Those of us who were privileged to spend time with them could sense the true unending love they had for one another. During that time they raised two daughters; Lana and Jodi, and one son; Keylan. From these children sprang three beautiful grandsons of whom David and Debi treasure and cherish.
David and Debi were very active in their faith together and dedicated many hours in the Kingdom preaching activity. Side by side they shared the message of Christ's kingdom to whom ever they could. David served as an elder of the Deadwood congregation of Jehovah's Christian Witnesses until his final breath.
A memorial service is being held, Friday, September 2, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express in Sturgis.
John M. Vainio
October 17, 1930 - August 28, 2011
John M. Vainio, 80, Whitewood, died Sunday, August 28, 2011 at his home.
Memorial services will be 10 a.m. Saturday September 10, 2011 at the Kinkade Funeral Chapel in Sturgis.
A memorial has been established to the Hospice of the Northern Hills.
John was born October 17, 1930 on a farm Northwest of Newell, SD, to Werner and Lydia (Anderson) Vainio. The family moved to Whitewood Valley where his father operated a farm during the Depression years and through the 1940's. In 1947 the family moved to St. Onge. John graduated from Spearfish High School in 1948. In 1953 John started in the dairy business with his father. After the death of his father, John continued to operate the dairy farm.
On August 25, 1963, he married Laurie Fair at Lead, SD. Together, they continued to operate the dairy until 1997. They changed to beef and range cattle after 1997.
John was an avid musician and played the steel guitar in many bands. He started playing in 1950 and joined the Jim Fabricius Orchestra in 1951. They played for 21 years at the Golden Wheel Dance Hall in Whitewood.
In 2004 he joined the Classic Country Band and played with them the rest of his life.
John collected antiques. He had a large collection of radios and clocks.
Survivors include his wife Laurie Vainio, St. Onge; one daughter, Tina (Chris) Reeves, St. Paul, MN; one son, Curt (Debbie) Vainio, Stafford, VA; one sister, Frieda (Will) Waterson, Spearfish; one brother, Paul Vainio, Albuquerque, NM; also four grandchildren, Alexandra, Haley, Maddie and John; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lydia and Werner and his sister Vera Boe.
Janice Arlene Mikkelson
March 20, 1942 - August 28, 2011
Janice Arlene Mikkelson, 69, Whitewood, died Sunday, August 28, 2011, at Rapid City Regional Hospital.
Visitation will be Thursday from noon to 7:00 p.m. with a prayer service beginning at 7:00 p.m. at Kinkade Funeral Chapel in Sturgis.
Funeral services will be held Friday, September 2, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Whitewood with Rev. David Baer officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Lawn Cemetery in Lead.
Janice was born March 20, 1942, at Waubay, SD, to Earl and Ruth (Holzerland) North. She grew up at Waubay and in Lead. She graduated from Lead High School in 1961.
Janice married David Mikkelson on June 17, 1962, in Ortley, SD. To this union were born two sons, Larry and Scott. They lived on a farm in Ortley until 1982. They moved to Sturgis in 1985 and to Whitewood in 1997. From 1986 to 1992, Janice ran a day care in Sturgis.
She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. Janice enjoyed dancing, fishing, and reading Louis L'Amour books. She also loved collecting angel figurines.
Survivors include her husband, David Mikkelson, Whitewood; two sons, Larry Mikkelson, Whitewood, and Scott (Shelly) Mikkelson, Belle Fourche; two granddaughters, Miranda and Mikenzie; one brother, Jerry (Norma) North, Clayton, CA; one sister, Barbara (Larry) Ulferts, Montevideo, MN; one aunt, Arlene Lee; one uncle, Don (Eileen) Holzerland; numerous nieces and nephews; and her special friend, Lady.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Ron North.
A memorial has been established to Muscular Dystrophy and cancer research.
