Obits
Wylee Ancel Nelson was born on May 19, 1997, to Wade and Tawn (Tibbs) Nelson.
From the very beginning, Wylee was known for being hard-headed and stubborn. He always wanted the last word, even if it mumbled under his breath. Yet beneath that stubborn exterior was a heart that cared deeply for the...
Phillis Thorson of Spearfish, South Dakota, formerly of Philip, died on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at Heartland Senior Living in Spearfish at the age of 96.“Our family is a circle of strength and love, with every birth and every union, the circle will grow, every joy shared adds more love, every crisis...
Carl Schauer, age 94, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, at his home at Edgewood Assisted Living in Mitchell, South Dakota.
Carl was born on January 1, 1932, at the family home near Havelock, North Dakota. He attended the Alden School through the eighth grade. Carl was a bit self-conscious...
Jeanne Merchen, age 94, of Kadoka, South Dakota, died on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Monument Health in CusterNaoma Jeanne Batie Merchen was born July 29, 1931, in Butler, SD to Glen Batie and Mabel (Huwe) Batie. She was the third child of eight sisters and two brothers.Her very early years were...
Kristina Sieler, age 54, of Rapid City, South Dakota, died on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at Hospice of the Hills in Rapid City.Kristina Kay Sieler was born February 17, 1972, in Rapid City SD, to proud parents, Dennis and Kay Sieler. She eagerly met her big brother Todd and later by younger brother...
Larry W. Carlson, 78, of Pierre, passed away July 1, 2026. A visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00pm, Monday, July 6, 2026 at Feigum Funeral Home concluding with a Prayer Service at 7:00pm. Funeral Services will be at 11:00am, Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at New Life Church with Interment at Pleasant...
David Paul Gano, 82, of Meadow, South Dakota, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2026.
David was born on April 25, 1944, in Buffalo, South Dakota, to Walter and Dorothy (Dippert) Gano. He grew up on the family ranch alongside his nine brothers and sisters. At the young age of 14, David was sent to...
Lana Dee Heitz (Sharp), 59, of Pierre, South Dakota, passed away on June 19, 2026. Born on August 17, 1966, in Murdo, South Dakota to Marvin and Mona (Davenport) Sharp. Lana lived a life filled with love, dedication, and passion for her family and the things she cherished most.
Lana grew up in...
Nobel Thomas Veal passed away on June 26, 2026, at Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Rapid City, South Dakota, with his beloved wife, Marguerite, at his side. Nobel lived a long and fulfilling life, passing at 93 years of age. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Nobel...
Steve Thompson, 75, of Pierre, South Dakota, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 15, 2026. A memorial service was held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 19 at Isburg Funeral Chapel in Pierre. For those unable to attend the service it was live streamed through a link on his obituary...
