Obituary Listing

Dec 8, 2025

Cody Dean Vogt was born on November 26, 1990 in Gregory, South Dakota to Ronald and Deborah Vogt. He was their third child and only son. Cody was baptized at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Herrick, South Dakota. He was confirmed in the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Jameson, Nebraska.

Cody graduated from Bonesteel High school in 2010. He loved working in...

Dec 5, 2025

Arlene Larson, 101, of Lucas, South Dakota passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025 at the Avera Rosebud Country Care Center in Gregory, SD.  Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:30AM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Burke, SD.  Burial will follow in the Graceland Cemetery in Burke, SD.  Visitation will...

Dec 3, 2025

Richard (Rick) Wayne Nelson was born in Volga, SD to Martin T. and Helen Lundin Nelson. He was the third of four siblings. He attended Longfellow 56 Country School through third grade continuing on to Oldham School where he graduated in 1964. In high school, he was a star athlete in football and basketball. Rick graduated with a Bachelor of...

Dec 1, 2025

Joseph's Funeral Service will be live streamed through the Grace Lutheran Church, Burke South Dakota, Facebook and Youtube pages.

Joseph W. Counselor (Joe) went to be with his Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 1, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born December 27, 1944, in Guymon, Oklahoma to Arthur and Velma (Reno) Counselor....

Nov 24, 2025

Robert (Bob) Henry Sangster was born June 10, 1941, to Bert and Jessie (Sander) Sangster and passed away November 24, 2025, at the Community Memorial Hospital in Burke, South Dakota at the age of 84 years.

Bob and his sister, Elaine grew up on the farm south of Burke that was homesteaded by their grandparents. He attended...

Nov 15, 2025

Kathy's service will be live streamed through Clausen Funeral Home and Cremation Services facebook page.

Kathleen Jo McMillan, 72, passed away on November 15, 2025. She was born on July 17, 1953, in Bassett, Nebraska, to Harold and Nellie (Dodge) McMillan.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister Nellie Jean McMillan...

Nov 12, 2025

Ronnie's service will be live streamed through Clausen Funeral Home & Cremation Services facebook page.

Ronnie Lee Johnson, age 71, of Burke, South Dakota, passed away unexpectedly on November 12, 2025. He was born on July 11, 1954, in Burke, SD, to Raymond and Dorothy (Benter) Johnson, the oldest of their four children.

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Nov 11, 2025

Wayne's Funeral Service will be live streamed through the Grace Lutheran Church, Burke South Dakota, Facebook and Youtube pages.

Wayne LeRoy Schoenefeld was born August 9, 1939 to Alvin and Vera (Sieh) Schoenefeld at the Burke Hospital in Burke, South Dakota.

He grew up on the family farm 7 miles west of Naper,...

Oct 17, 2025

Barbara Jean Yellow Hawk was born April 7, 1954 to Mercedes Yellow Hawk and raised by Hampton and Mercedes in the St. Charles area.  She attended school in St. Charles and Bonesteel, graduating in 1972.  She attended USD in Vermillion.  Her children are Derek Yellow Hawk, Amber, Erica and April Old lodge.

She later married Thomas Timber.  ...

Oct 7, 2025

Deanna Darlene Lingenfelter was born as the youngest child of William and Mildred Lingenfelter on November 14th, 1938, at home, near Brocksburg, Nebraska. As a four- year -old; she and her family moved to a log home, near the Keya Paha River. Deanna attended District #1 School in the country and then high school in Springview, NE; graduating in...

Sep 17, 2025

Bernadette (Bernie) Marie Stars "Inyan Wahinkpe Winyan" (Stone Arrow Woman) was born September 13th, 1959, at Rosebud Hospital, in Rosebud, South Dakota, to Gideon Beare and Donna Andrews. Bernie grew up in the Milks Camp community and attended St. Charles grade school and Rosebud Boarding School. She attended Bonesteel High School for a few years before transferring and graduating...

Sep 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that our family announces that Izaak Joseph Koenig passed away on September 4, 2025 at the age of 19.

Izaak was born on Nov 4, 2005 in Yankton, SD to Brad Koenig and Evonne Bentz DeLong. From his younger days of building forts, collecting rocks and beginning to draw, it was clear...

Sep 1, 2025

Juanita Joyce Hauf passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025, in Platte, South Dakota after a long illness.

Juanita was born on May 6, 1932 in Valentine, Nebraska to Donald and Ruby (Mundt) Lux.  Raised on a farm between Mission, SD and Valentine, NE during the 1930's, Juanita was taught the lessons of hard work, frugality and...

Aug 30, 2025

George A. Stuckers Sr.

December 29, 1950 – August 30, 2025

George A. Stuckers Sr., age 74, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 30, 2025.

George was born on December 29, 1950, and enjoyed growing up in South Dakota, where he spent his youth surrounded by family, friends, and the great outdoors. His...

Aug 21, 2025

Gary Bartling Sr., a devoted father, grandfather, and craftsman, passed away on August 21, 2025. He will be remembered for his love of the outdoors, his hardworking hands, and the many ways he created and shared with those around him.

Gary had a passion for hunting, fishing, and riding his side-by-side. He also found great joy in...

Aug 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Henry Hutchison, a devoted husband, proud father, cherished grandpa, loyal friend, and respected superintendent. David passed away surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy of love, leadership, and much strength.

David was born on August 27, 1969 in Burke, SD to Jerry and Donna Hutchison....

Aug 17, 2025

Kay E. McCarthy, age 74 of Sioux Falls, SD, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Avera Prince of Peace.  Her Funeral Service will be 1:00 PM Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Avera Prince of Peace Chapel.  Visitation with Family Present will be from 5:00-7:00 PM on Friday, August 29, 2025, also at Avera Prince of Peace Chapel.  ...

Aug 16, 2025

Violet Lorraine (Tietgen) Herman danced into heaven on August 16, 2025.

Violet was born on October 22, 1927 to Charles and Hazel Tietgen in Burke, SD. She grew up with her older brother, Charles, in Burke where she graduated from Burke High School. While attending high school, she worked at Clausen Funeral Home.

Violet met...

Jul 23, 2025

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Mary Dappen, 89, of Mitchell, South Dakota, formerly of Burke, South Dakota passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Edgewood Assisted Living in Mitchell.  Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Sunday, July 27, 2025, at Will Funeral Chapel 210 E. Green Dr. in Mitchell.  Funeral Services will be 10:00...

Jul 19, 2025

Clyde Philip Vogt was born to Carl and Margaret (Carlsen) Vogt on September 21, 1947 in Gregory, SD.  He passed away on July 19, 2025 at Edgewood Memory Care in Norfolk, NE at the age of 77.

Clyde graduated from Naper High School in 1965.  After working in Mitchell, he joined the Army in 1967.  Following training,...