Obituary Listing

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,...

Jul 15, 2025

Alvin Jons, 100, of Bonesteel, SD went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. At Alvin's request a private family graveside service was held Friday, July 18, 2025 at the Rosebud Cemetery in Bonesteel, SD.

Alvin was born to Emil and Lydia (Schroeder) Jons on September 5, 1924 at the family farm near Bonesteel,...

Jul 9, 2025

Virgil was born June 19, 1961; his parents were Virgil and Rachel (LeClair) Charging Hawk, Sr. Virgil was raised by his maternal grandparents Phillip and Hannah LeClair, and spent most of his young years south of St. Charles. Virgil attended schools in both Bonesteel and Marty, SD. He then enlisted in the Army for one tour. After that, Virgil...

Jul 7, 2025

Gordon Davis, age 88, passed away peacefully with family by his side in the early hours of July 7th, 2025.

Gordon was born July 31, 1937, to Joe & Nella Mae King Davis in Burke, S.D., the second of 8 children. Growing up on the family farm south of Burke, many hours were spent working the fields...

Jun 28, 2025

Mary L. Noelle: A Life Woven with Love and Creativity

Mary L. Noelle, who graced our world for 86 vibrant years, was born on April 9, 1939. She passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025, in the Lake Andes Nursing Home. Her life, as colorful as the fabrics she so skillfully stitched, is a kaleidoscope woven with...

Jun 18, 2025

Michael Donald Gunvordahl was born on August 01, 1943 in Casper WY to Lorraine and Charles Parker.

Lorraine later married Harold Gunvordahl and the family made their home in Burke SD. Michael was then adopted by Harold and later 3 siblings joined the family, Terry, Jack and Chris.

Michael grew up and attended Burke High...

Jun 15, 2025

Gary Lynn Shaffer was a man who lived his life in the service of others. He was a devoted family man who never met a stranger and would put others before himself.  Born on October 18, 1942, to Kenneth and Lucile Shaffer at Burke, SD, he was the oldest of four children. Gary attended school in Burke until he...

Jun 13, 2025

Robert Dean Boes was born May 27, 1947 at Booth Memorial Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska to Edward and Viola (Mayer) Boes.  He was a twin and the oldest of 4 children.

Robert attended school and graduated from Bonesteel High School in 1965.  He married his high school sweetheart, Dorothy Trautman February 12, 1966 in Bonesteel, SD at...

Jun 2, 2025

Funeral services for Phyllis Heck, age 73, of Bonesteel, SD will be held on Monday, June 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Milks Camp Community Hall near Bonesteel.  Burial will be in St Francis Xavier Catholic Cemetery near St. Charles, SD.  There will be a wake on Sunday at the hall.