In Loving Memory
This page is dedicated to honoring the memories of our classmates who have passed away.
If you know of a classmate who has passed and is not listed here please send details to Kim M. Ross via email to mikim102@yahoo.com
You can also write a tribute or leave your comments about those already listed on the page. (Approval may be required prior to publishing) A special thank you to Kim Ross, Kathy Day, Kathy Baker and Connie Hall for their support and due diligence in helping with this list of classmates.
Nancy Wynette Arneson
Birth Date:
1956-08-03
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2023-09-13
Obituary:
Nancy W. Arneson, 67, Sioux Falls, died Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at Ava’s House in Sioux Falls, SD. She was surrounded by friends, family, and love.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2pm, Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at Heartland Funeral Home. A Go Fund Link has been made to assist the family.
Nancy Wynette Arneson was born August 3, 1956, to Marlin and Marguerite Arneson. She had one younger brother, David Arneson. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1976. Nancy had one child, Sara Arneson, also in 1976.
Nancy worked for John Morell, CSD Relay, and was the photo specialist at Walgreens when she retired. Nancy enjoyed many things but animals mostly. She even had a pet hospital as a little girl for the birds, squirrels, or anything else that needed help. She loved music. Janis Joplin was one of her favorites along with Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, and many others. Nancy also enjoyed rolling Argus Leader papers for a few carriers. She did this for several years after retirement.
Nancy will be deeply missed by her daughter, Sara (Jennifer) Arneson; grandsons, Anthony Ballard and Jordan Ford; her brother, David, all from Sioux Falls; and her kitties, Sweetheart and Garfield.
Nancy is preceded in death by her parents, Marlin and Marguerite; aunts and uncle, Alice, Clara, and Lester Arneson; several niece and nephews; and her pets, Kitty Roo, Kia Kitty, Papa, Scruffy, and Lil Bit.
Nancy W. Arneson, 67, Sioux Falls, died Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at Ava’s House in Sioux Falls, SD. She was surrounded by friends, family, and love.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2pm, Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at Heartland Funeral Home. A Go Fund Link has been made to assist the family.
Nancy Wynette Arneson was born August 3, 1956, to Marlin and Marguerite Arneson. She had one younger brother, David Arneson. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1976. Nancy had one child, Sara Arneson, also in 1976.
Nancy worked for John Morell, CSD Relay, and was the photo specialist at Walgreens when she retired. Nancy enjoyed many things but animals mostly. She even had a pet hospital as a little girl for the birds, squirrels, or anything else that needed help. She loved music. Janis Joplin was one of her favorites along with Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, and many others. Nancy also enjoyed rolling Argus Leader papers for a few carriers. She did this for several years after retirement.
Nancy will be deeply missed by her daughter, Sara (Jennifer) Arneson; grandsons, Anthony Ballard and Jordan Ford; her brother, David, all from Sioux Falls; and her kitties, Sweetheart and Garfield.
Nancy is preceded in death by her parents, Marlin and Marguerite; aunts and uncle, Alice, Clara, and Lester Arneson; several niece and nephews; and her pets, Kitty Roo, Kia Kitty, Papa, Scruffy, and Lil Bit.
There are currently no tributes.
Bradley James Bastian
Birth Date:
1956-02-06
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2022-08-09
Obituary:
Passed away in Antioch, IL. No obituary available
Passed away in Antioch, IL. No obituary available
There are currently no tributes.
Randy Rae Bethke
Birth Date:
1956-09-18
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2022-04-30
Obituary:
Randy R. Bethke, 65, Sioux Falls, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2022, in his home, with his wife, Karen beside him.
A Celebration of Life is planned for Monday, June 6, 2022, 2pm, at Hope Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls. (1700 S. Cliff Ave.) Please join the family to share stories, laughter, and tears. Cards may be sent to 744 Justus Ave., Unit 1, Harrisburg, SD, 57032.
Randy Rae Bethke was born on September 18, 1956, to Herman and Delores (Hage) Bethke, in Sioux Falls, SD. Randy and Karen were married October 25, 2002, in Sioux Falls, SD. They could never remember their anniversary date, so it was always a running joke that they celebrated from the 18th to the 26th of every October.
Randy loved all things outdoors. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed spending as much time as possible by the water. The stories he would share from hunting and fishing were priceless. He could also tell you how and where to catch any fish, maybe even give the exact coordinates. He even kept calendars marked with who he was with, where they were, and what they caught.
Randy had a contagious smile, a mischievous laugh, immense love for his family, and a solid taste in good music. He had a love for his grandchildren that they will carry with them, furthermore, they all had some great memories with him that they will cherish for years to come. He was devoted to his wife and loved to find her treasures; she never knew what he would bring home. You always knew when he was on the phone with his brother, Robert, you could hear the laughter from anywhere in the house and the stories would follow suite after the call ended. Randy also liked a tasty meal; he would have to heat his one plate of food several times before finishing and savored every bite. It is a family joke that we all had several helpings before he finished his first.
Grateful for having shared his life with his many family members, Randy is survived by wife, Karen; daughter, Brandi (Anthony) McCuen, son, Derek (Stephanie) Johnson, daughter, Jessica (Grant) Rahm; his grandchildren, Graeyson, Baereht, Morgan, Hannah, Ava, and Aspen; one brother, Robert (Allene) Bethke; and his nieces and nephews
Randy is preceded in death by his father, Herman; his mother Delores; his brothers, Glenn and Gerry
Randy R. Bethke, 65, Sioux Falls, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2022, in his home, with his wife, Karen beside him.
A Celebration of Life is planned for Monday, June 6, 2022, 2pm, at Hope Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls. (1700 S. Cliff Ave.) Please join the family to share stories, laughter, and tears. Cards may be sent to 744 Justus Ave., Unit 1, Harrisburg, SD, 57032.
Randy Rae Bethke was born on September 18, 1956, to Herman and Delores (Hage) Bethke, in Sioux Falls, SD. Randy and Karen were married October 25, 2002, in Sioux Falls, SD. They could never remember their anniversary date, so it was always a running joke that they celebrated from the 18th to the 26th of every October.
Randy loved all things outdoors. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed spending as much time as possible by the water. The stories he would share from hunting and fishing were priceless. He could also tell you how and where to catch any fish, maybe even give the exact coordinates. He even kept calendars marked with who he was with, where they were, and what they caught.
Randy had a contagious smile, a mischievous laugh, immense love for his family, and a solid taste in good music. He had a love for his grandchildren that they will carry with them, furthermore, they all had some great memories with him that they will cherish for years to come. He was devoted to his wife and loved to find her treasures; she never knew what he would bring home. You always knew when he was on the phone with his brother, Robert, you could hear the laughter from anywhere in the house and the stories would follow suite after the call ended. Randy also liked a tasty meal; he would have to heat his one plate of food several times before finishing and savored every bite. It is a family joke that we all had several helpings before he finished his first.
Grateful for having shared his life with his many family members, Randy is survived by wife, Karen; daughter, Brandi (Anthony) McCuen, son, Derek (Stephanie) Johnson, daughter, Jessica (Grant) Rahm; his grandchildren, Graeyson, Baereht, Morgan, Hannah, Ava, and Aspen; one brother, Robert (Allene) Bethke; and his nieces and nephews
Randy is preceded in death by his father, Herman; his mother Delores; his brothers, Glenn and Gerry
There are currently no tributes.
David Mark Bowen
Birth Date:
1955-12-27
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2021-10-15
Obituary:
David Mark Bowen: Born December 27, 1955, lived life on this earth until October 15, 2021. Age of death 65 years, 10 months.
Dave was born in Martin, South Dakota & was adopted on February 24, 1956 to Emerson & Joyce Bowen of Sioux Falls. He grew up & was educated in Sioux Falls, graduating from Lincoln HS in 1974. Dave worked for Sears, Metz Baking Co. (Old Home), & AT&T. He had a long career in the telecom industry, working until his retirement.
Like many young people of the Vietnam War generation, Dave and his friends were ready to celebrate life. One notable common interest was the appreciation for performance automobiles produced in the 60s and early 70s. Dave's pristine black high performance 1969 SS Camaro was envied by auto enthusiasts everywhere. He kept it in immaculate mechanical and physical condition.
Snowmobiling was the winter activity for a group of friends in Sioux Falls. Many a cold day and night was spent riding on the Sioux River, which winds through and around Sioux Falls. Countless trips were also made out to watch snowmobile racing locally.
Dave also enjoyed riding and owning off and on road motorcycles. A number of the guys would plan and take an annual Memorial Day weekend trip to central South Dakota riding dirt bikes and climbing the hills of the Missouri river banks. In one of the years, heavy rain came one evening and flooded the campsite. The boys had their motorcycles, tool boxes, tents, sleeping gear, coolers, and yes even the pickup trucks and trailers flooded with smaller items getting washed away by rushing flood waters into a bay of the Missouri River.
Water skiing and boating was also enjoyed not only in various South Dakota locations but in Minnesota at the lake cabin. Snow skiing was learned in the early years as well. Friends and family would look forward to Colorado trips going to various ski resorts for a day or more every winter. With the longer days and warming weather early spring skiing was a favorite of many.
Pheasant hunting was another outdoor activity enjoyed numerous years along with a Colorado elk hunt to celebrate Dave's 40th birthday with a group of close friends. Dave always had a deep knowledge of firearms, learning history and sharing this knowledge to help and educate.
Camping was a fun activity shared with friends and later on with Renee and children. The motorhome racked up many miles traveling around Colorado and to various locations in the United States to enjoy life with family and friends.
And did I mention golf?! Dave gained a love for the game from his parents at an early age at Cactus Heights, a local golf course, and playing countless rounds throughout his life at numerous courses in the country. He and his family were avid golfers who enjoyed frequent rounds at the Olde Course in Loveland, where more balls were found than lost.
Dave loved his family and his many countless friends. He welcomed all with open arms when visiting, always ready to entertain and enjoy life. He made it a priority to ensure time was scheduled on each trip to catch up and reminisce. Especially reminisce!
Grateful for sharing his life are his wife, Renee, son Zachary (good friend Jess), daughter Elizabeth, sister Mary (Eric) Berkness - Kyra (Nick), Alex (Emily) & Inlaws DJ (Dave) Greenagel, Jeff (Laurie) Taylor, Cindy (Maurice) Skogen, Penny Taylor, along with a host of Aunts, Uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by their infant daughter, Sara, his parents Emerson & Joyce, great grandparents Earl & Irene Bowen & Harry & Olive Schillerstrom, and Renee's parents Bob & Lucy Taylor.
David Mark Bowen: Born December 27, 1955, lived life on this earth until October 15, 2021. Age of death 65 years, 10 months.
Dave was born in Martin, South Dakota & was adopted on February 24, 1956 to Emerson & Joyce Bowen of Sioux Falls. He grew up & was educated in Sioux Falls, graduating from Lincoln HS in 1974. Dave worked for Sears, Metz Baking Co. (Old Home), & AT&T. He had a long career in the telecom industry, working until his retirement.
Like many young people of the Vietnam War generation, Dave and his friends were ready to celebrate life. One notable common interest was the appreciation for performance automobiles produced in the 60s and early 70s. Dave's pristine black high performance 1969 SS Camaro was envied by auto enthusiasts everywhere. He kept it in immaculate mechanical and physical condition.
Snowmobiling was the winter activity for a group of friends in Sioux Falls. Many a cold day and night was spent riding on the Sioux River, which winds through and around Sioux Falls. Countless trips were also made out to watch snowmobile racing locally.
Dave also enjoyed riding and owning off and on road motorcycles. A number of the guys would plan and take an annual Memorial Day weekend trip to central South Dakota riding dirt bikes and climbing the hills of the Missouri river banks. In one of the years, heavy rain came one evening and flooded the campsite. The boys had their motorcycles, tool boxes, tents, sleeping gear, coolers, and yes even the pickup trucks and trailers flooded with smaller items getting washed away by rushing flood waters into a bay of the Missouri River.
Water skiing and boating was also enjoyed not only in various South Dakota locations but in Minnesota at the lake cabin. Snow skiing was learned in the early years as well. Friends and family would look forward to Colorado trips going to various ski resorts for a day or more every winter. With the longer days and warming weather early spring skiing was a favorite of many.
Pheasant hunting was another outdoor activity enjoyed numerous years along with a Colorado elk hunt to celebrate Dave's 40th birthday with a group of close friends. Dave always had a deep knowledge of firearms, learning history and sharing this knowledge to help and educate.
Camping was a fun activity shared with friends and later on with Renee and children. The motorhome racked up many miles traveling around Colorado and to various locations in the United States to enjoy life with family and friends.
And did I mention golf?! Dave gained a love for the game from his parents at an early age at Cactus Heights, a local golf course, and playing countless rounds throughout his life at numerous courses in the country. He and his family were avid golfers who enjoyed frequent rounds at the Olde Course in Loveland, where more balls were found than lost.
Dave loved his family and his many countless friends. He welcomed all with open arms when visiting, always ready to entertain and enjoy life. He made it a priority to ensure time was scheduled on each trip to catch up and reminisce. Especially reminisce!
Grateful for sharing his life are his wife, Renee, son Zachary (good friend Jess), daughter Elizabeth, sister Mary (Eric) Berkness - Kyra (Nick), Alex (Emily) & Inlaws DJ (Dave) Greenagel, Jeff (Laurie) Taylor, Cindy (Maurice) Skogen, Penny Taylor, along with a host of Aunts, Uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by their infant daughter, Sara, his parents Emerson & Joyce, great grandparents Earl & Irene Bowen & Harry & Olive Schillerstrom, and Renee's parents Bob & Lucy Taylor.
There are currently no tributes.
Charles Browne
Birth Date:
1956-05-27
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2022-11-13
Obituary:
Charles “Chuck” Stanley Browne, 66, of Vermillion, South Dakota passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2022. Chuck was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on May 27, 1956, to Thomas and Nellie Browne. Chuck graduated from Lincoln High School and attended the University of South Dakota receiving his bachelor’s degree. He went on to serve in the finance industry for over 30 years, earning his ACA to become a certified collector. He proudly worked most of his career for Serv-a-Check and continuing his career at Innovative Financial Services, Inc. thereafter. Most recently working as the Store Manager at Casey’s in Yankton, South Dakota where he enjoyed the staff and customers day in and day out, anxiously waiting for retirement.
In Chuck’s younger years he most enjoyed racquetball, softball, NASCAR, Green Bay Packers, and the Twins, but occasionally would root for the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals. What he is most known for is his endless love for his dogs (Penny, Bentley, and Eb); taking them on many trips to the river, walks to spirit mound and on countless car rides is where he found the most joy. He also enjoyed all the family get togethers, especially the summer barbeques with all his children and grandchildren of whom he was so proud of.
Chuck is survived by his 3 children, Shannon Meray Browne (Tabor, SD), Brett Daniel Browne (Vermillion, SD) and Katie Rose Browne (Overland Park, KS). He’s also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren; Gage, Shayleen, Masen, Gabrielle, Isabelle, Beverly, Steven, Emerson, Braeliegh and Bentley. Chuck was the 2nd of 4 children and survived by Susan (Ron) Alverson, Larry Browne and Sharon (Alan) Eighme, along with 6 nieces and 1 nephew (Keith, Kara, Melanie, Becky, Christy, Olivia, and Callie). He was preceded in death by his parents Thomas and Nellie (Rens) Browne. However, we cannot forget to mention his dogs Rudy, Jewel, Jack, Jazzbo
Charles “Chuck” Stanley Browne, 66, of Vermillion, South Dakota passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2022. Chuck was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on May 27, 1956, to Thomas and Nellie Browne. Chuck graduated from Lincoln High School and attended the University of South Dakota receiving his bachelor’s degree. He went on to serve in the finance industry for over 30 years, earning his ACA to become a certified collector. He proudly worked most of his career for Serv-a-Check and continuing his career at Innovative Financial Services, Inc. thereafter. Most recently working as the Store Manager at Casey’s in Yankton, South Dakota where he enjoyed the staff and customers day in and day out, anxiously waiting for retirement.
In Chuck’s younger years he most enjoyed racquetball, softball, NASCAR, Green Bay Packers, and the Twins, but occasionally would root for the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals. What he is most known for is his endless love for his dogs (Penny, Bentley, and Eb); taking them on many trips to the river, walks to spirit mound and on countless car rides is where he found the most joy. He also enjoyed all the family get togethers, especially the summer barbeques with all his children and grandchildren of whom he was so proud of.
Chuck is survived by his 3 children, Shannon Meray Browne (Tabor, SD), Brett Daniel Browne (Vermillion, SD) and Katie Rose Browne (Overland Park, KS). He’s also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren; Gage, Shayleen, Masen, Gabrielle, Isabelle, Beverly, Steven, Emerson, Braeliegh and Bentley. Chuck was the 2nd of 4 children and survived by Susan (Ron) Alverson, Larry Browne and Sharon (Alan) Eighme, along with 6 nieces and 1 nephew (Keith, Kara, Melanie, Becky, Christy, Olivia, and Callie). He was preceded in death by his parents Thomas and Nellie (Rens) Browne. However, we cannot forget to mention his dogs Rudy, Jewel, Jack, Jazzbo
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Rick "Ricky" Lee Collins
Birth Date:
1955-05-08
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2024-01-31
Obituary:
Rick Collins, 68, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota passed away at his home in Sioux Falls, surrounded by his family following a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at George Boom Funeral Home & On-Site Crematory in Sioux Falls. A Liturgical Wake Service will follow the visitation at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at St. Therese Catholic Church in Sioux Falls. Interment will be at Hills of Rest Cemetery in Sioux Falls.
Rick Lee Collins, son of David and Lillian (West) Collins was born May 8, 1955, in Sioux Falls. He was a life long resident and graduated from Lincoln High with the class of 1974. He was united in marriage to his high school sweetheart, Donna Dohman on June 1, 1974, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Sioux Falls. He started his working career with Sutherland Lumber and later Ronning Enterprises. He spent a short time building houses in Sioux Falls before beginning his 30 plus year career with Mid American Energy. He started reading meters and worked his way up to being a Measurement and Control Technician. When the kids were young, they enjoyed camping and he held a love for fishing. Rick’s health was a constant problem from a young age, but he always battled through and never lost faith. He was a dedicated husband and father.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Donna of Sioux Falls; sons, Eric (Trisha) Collins of Trent, Mark (Tammy) Collins of Sioux Falls, and Tim (Kim) Collins of Sioux Falls; mother, Lillian Collins of Sioux Falls; grandchildren, Carly, Ashton, Lena, Violet, Devin, Tana, and Micah; great grandson, Oliver; sisters, Teresa (Tim) Mancuso of Sioux Falls, Millie (Todd) Doyle of Sioux Falls, Beth (Jim) Danis of Epping, NH, Tammy (Donna Menzia) Collins of Sioux Falls, and Jamie (Brad) Larson of Sioux Falls; siblings-in-law, Marlys (Wayne) Mardian of Aberdeen, Sally (David) Haring of Arlington, VA, Bruce Dohman of Pierre, and Charles Dohman of Clark; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
He was preceded in death by his father, David Collins; grandson, Joseph Collins; sister-in-law, Joan Kautz; and parents-in-law, Herbert and Catherine Dohman.
Rick Collins, 68, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota passed away at his home in Sioux Falls, surrounded by his family following a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at George Boom Funeral Home & On-Site Crematory in Sioux Falls. A Liturgical Wake Service will follow the visitation at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at St. Therese Catholic Church in Sioux Falls. Interment will be at Hills of Rest Cemetery in Sioux Falls.
Rick Lee Collins, son of David and Lillian (West) Collins was born May 8, 1955, in Sioux Falls. He was a life long resident and graduated from Lincoln High with the class of 1974. He was united in marriage to his high school sweetheart, Donna Dohman on June 1, 1974, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Sioux Falls. He started his working career with Sutherland Lumber and later Ronning Enterprises. He spent a short time building houses in Sioux Falls before beginning his 30 plus year career with Mid American Energy. He started reading meters and worked his way up to being a Measurement and Control Technician. When the kids were young, they enjoyed camping and he held a love for fishing. Rick’s health was a constant problem from a young age, but he always battled through and never lost faith. He was a dedicated husband and father.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Donna of Sioux Falls; sons, Eric (Trisha) Collins of Trent, Mark (Tammy) Collins of Sioux Falls, and Tim (Kim) Collins of Sioux Falls; mother, Lillian Collins of Sioux Falls; grandchildren, Carly, Ashton, Lena, Violet, Devin, Tana, and Micah; great grandson, Oliver; sisters, Teresa (Tim) Mancuso of Sioux Falls, Millie (Todd) Doyle of Sioux Falls, Beth (Jim) Danis of Epping, NH, Tammy (Donna Menzia) Collins of Sioux Falls, and Jamie (Brad) Larson of Sioux Falls; siblings-in-law, Marlys (Wayne) Mardian of Aberdeen, Sally (David) Haring of Arlington, VA, Bruce Dohman of Pierre, and Charles Dohman of Clark; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
He was preceded in death by his father, David Collins; grandson, Joseph Collins; sister-in-law, Joan Kautz; and parents-in-law, Herbert and Catherine Dohman.
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Elaine “Ellie” S. Matson (Easterhouse)
Birth Date:
1956-07-24
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2023-08-26
Obituary:
Ellie Matson, 67, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Bethany Home in Sioux Falls. A celebration of life visitation will take place from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Saturday, September 9, 2023, at George Boom Funeral Home & On-Site Crematory in Sioux Falls.
Ellie (Easterhouse) Matson, daughter of Jerry and Polly (Poe) Easterhouse was born July 24th, 1956, in Sioux Falls. Growing up Ellie enjoyed summers with friends at Guthrie Grove Church camps and retreats. She had very strong faith in her church, The Reorganized Church of Latter-Day Saints, or Community of Christ. Her fondest childhood memories were those spent with grandparents and cousins, which were always filled with love and blessings. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1974 and later attended the University of South Dakota. In high school, she met the love of her life Barry Matson, and in June of 1978, they were united in marriage. They were blessed with two children, Beau and Megan. Ellie worked as a teller for the majority of her life. She worked at First National Bank, Valley National, and finally at Norwest Bank (Wells Fargo).
“Eccentric Ellie” was always dressed to the nines, and never went anywhere without a full face of makeup and jewelry on, even if it was just to get the mail. She was born with a passion for fashion. Ellie’s siblings remember her as a young child wearing footie pajamas, clear plastic high heels, a mink stole, a crown, bracelets, and necklaces. She was born this way. Her children recall spending their younger years in dressing rooms, sometimes until the lights turned off and doors were locked. No matter the occasion, Ellie always had the head-to-toe look.
Throughout Ellie’s life she showed a remarkable ability to fight through many medical problems, type two diabetes, beating breast cancer twice, spinal meningitis, osteoporosis, a traumatic brain injury, a broken sacrum, and many other things. Despite the health issues Ellie faced she never lost her exceptional resilience and strength.
Most of all, Ellie loved her family and cherished time with her two children and six grandchildren. Her free time was spent with the lights of her life, her grandkids. Ellie was given the name “Geebee” by her first granddaughter, Taylor, and that title remained with the following five. Her loving personality for family and friends was matched with a contagious laugh and warm smile.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Barry Matson of Sioux Falls; children, Beau (Lacey Neuroth) Matson and Megan (Nick) Kriz of Sioux Falls; six grandchildren, Taylor, Ava, Brody, Kinslee, Carter, and Kane; siblings, Leslie Easterhouse of Jefferson City, MO, Sallie (Doug) Schwandt of Columbia, MO, Katie (Dan) Loftus of Hayes, KS, and Eric (Jewels) Easterhouse of Madison, WI; mother-in-law, Barb Matson (Cliff Hicks) of Sioux Falls; and a host of extended family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry and Polly Easterhouse; father-in-law, Richard Matson; and grandparents, Dacy and Dallas Poe, Hank and Hazel Easterhouse, Martin and Margaret Sommervold, and Roy and Viola Matson.
Ellie Matson, 67, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Bethany Home in Sioux Falls. A celebration of life visitation will take place from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Saturday, September 9, 2023, at George Boom Funeral Home & On-Site Crematory in Sioux Falls.
Ellie (Easterhouse) Matson, daughter of Jerry and Polly (Poe) Easterhouse was born July 24th, 1956, in Sioux Falls. Growing up Ellie enjoyed summers with friends at Guthrie Grove Church camps and retreats. She had very strong faith in her church, The Reorganized Church of Latter-Day Saints, or Community of Christ. Her fondest childhood memories were those spent with grandparents and cousins, which were always filled with love and blessings. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1974 and later attended the University of South Dakota. In high school, she met the love of her life Barry Matson, and in June of 1978, they were united in marriage. They were blessed with two children, Beau and Megan. Ellie worked as a teller for the majority of her life. She worked at First National Bank, Valley National, and finally at Norwest Bank (Wells Fargo).
“Eccentric Ellie” was always dressed to the nines, and never went anywhere without a full face of makeup and jewelry on, even if it was just to get the mail. She was born with a passion for fashion. Ellie’s siblings remember her as a young child wearing footie pajamas, clear plastic high heels, a mink stole, a crown, bracelets, and necklaces. She was born this way. Her children recall spending their younger years in dressing rooms, sometimes until the lights turned off and doors were locked. No matter the occasion, Ellie always had the head-to-toe look.
Throughout Ellie’s life she showed a remarkable ability to fight through many medical problems, type two diabetes, beating breast cancer twice, spinal meningitis, osteoporosis, a traumatic brain injury, a broken sacrum, and many other things. Despite the health issues Ellie faced she never lost her exceptional resilience and strength.
Most of all, Ellie loved her family and cherished time with her two children and six grandchildren. Her free time was spent with the lights of her life, her grandkids. Ellie was given the name “Geebee” by her first granddaughter, Taylor, and that title remained with the following five. Her loving personality for family and friends was matched with a contagious laugh and warm smile.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Barry Matson of Sioux Falls; children, Beau (Lacey Neuroth) Matson and Megan (Nick) Kriz of Sioux Falls; six grandchildren, Taylor, Ava, Brody, Kinslee, Carter, and Kane; siblings, Leslie Easterhouse of Jefferson City, MO, Sallie (Doug) Schwandt of Columbia, MO, Katie (Dan) Loftus of Hayes, KS, and Eric (Jewels) Easterhouse of Madison, WI; mother-in-law, Barb Matson (Cliff Hicks) of Sioux Falls; and a host of extended family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry and Polly Easterhouse; father-in-law, Richard Matson; and grandparents, Dacy and Dallas Poe, Hank and Hazel Easterhouse, Martin and Margaret Sommervold, and Roy and Viola Matson.
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Deborah Ekeland
Birth Date:
1955-08-15
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2015-05-27
Obituary:
Memorial - After a brave fight against cancer, Deborah Ekeland passed away in her home on Sunday, May 27, at the age of 62. Deb is preceded in death by her mother, Muriel, and will be lovingly remembered by her father, Norman, brother, Robert (Kari), and daughter, Rachel (Trey). Deb grew up in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, where she began riding and training horses at the age of 11. She graduated from the of Northern Colorado with a degree in Art History and spent her career as a teacher of art and horseback riding. She married Ron Levine in 1983 and enjoyed 30 years of marriage and raising their daughter. Deb was an incredible artist, horse woman, teacher, and mother. Her generous and selfless nature touched everyone around her, and her giving spirit will live on in her many friends and family.
A celebration of Deb’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 30, at Temple Judah, 3221 Lindsay Ln SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Memorial donations in honor of Deborah can be made to WarHorses for Heroes (www.WarHorsesforHeroes.org, 13600 Looney Rd, Olive Branch, MS 38654) or St Jude Children’s Research Hospital (www.StJude.org/262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105
Memorial - After a brave fight against cancer, Deborah Ekeland passed away in her home on Sunday, May 27, at the age of 62. Deb is preceded in death by her mother, Muriel, and will be lovingly remembered by her father, Norman, brother, Robert (Kari), and daughter, Rachel (Trey). Deb grew up in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, where she began riding and training horses at the age of 11. She graduated from the of Northern Colorado with a degree in Art History and spent her career as a teacher of art and horseback riding. She married Ron Levine in 1983 and enjoyed 30 years of marriage and raising their daughter. Deb was an incredible artist, horse woman, teacher, and mother. Her generous and selfless nature touched everyone around her, and her giving spirit will live on in her many friends and family.
A celebration of Deb’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 30, at Temple Judah, 3221 Lindsay Ln SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Memorial donations in honor of Deborah can be made to WarHorses for Heroes (www.WarHorsesforHeroes.org, 13600 Looney Rd, Olive Branch, MS 38654) or St Jude Children’s Research Hospital (www.StJude.org/262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105
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Reece Eddie Everson
Birth Date:
1955-07-18
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
1980-05-13
Obituary:
Reece Eddie Everson, 24, 704 W. Rice, died Tuesday, May 13, 1980 en route to the hospital after a sudden illness. Born in Bismark, N.D., he graduated from Lincoln High School, Sioux Falls, SD in 1974, and was employed by Midwest Security and Howard Johnson's.
Survivors include his fiancée, Monica Bromwick; his son, Eddie Reece Bromwick; his parents Eddie and Ruth Everson, Sioux Falls; two brothers, Curtis, Bismark, and Otto; two sisters Brenda Everson, Sioux Falls, Larry Ness, Bismark.
Services will be 1p.m. Friday at the First Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Brandon cemetery. Miller Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
Reece Eddie Everson, 24, 704 W. Rice, died Tuesday, May 13, 1980 en route to the hospital after a sudden illness. Born in Bismark, N.D., he graduated from Lincoln High School, Sioux Falls, SD in 1974, and was employed by Midwest Security and Howard Johnson's.
Survivors include his fiancée, Monica Bromwick; his son, Eddie Reece Bromwick; his parents Eddie and Ruth Everson, Sioux Falls; two brothers, Curtis, Bismark, and Otto; two sisters Brenda Everson, Sioux Falls, Larry Ness, Bismark.
Services will be 1p.m. Friday at the First Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Brandon cemetery. Miller Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
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Loren Roger Foss
Birth Date:
1956-09-18
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2021-09-14
Obituary:
Loren Roger Foss, age 65, passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, September 21, 2021, at Miller Funeral Home – Southside Chapel (7400 S Minnesota Ave). A visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Monday, September 20, 2021, at Miller Funeral Home – Southside Chapel. Masks are encouraged by the family as well as social distancing.
Loren was born September 11, 1956, to William "Bill" and Beverly "Bev" Foss in Sioux Falls, SD. Loren attended Lincoln Senior High School and participated on the wrestling team. Loren was an E5 HHC 1st Infantry Division, for the US Army. Loren worked for Midwest Coast Transport for many years until he took a position at First Century Federal Credit Union as Chief Financial Officer. Loren retired in 2019.
Most of all Loren loved spending time and talking with his children and grandchildren. Loren loved tie-dye shirts and crass jokes. Loren loved to bowl and ride bicycles. Loren was the top fundraiser for MS bike ride for several years. He was the coach for the Lincoln High School girls bowling team they placed 2nd in the Star City Open.
Loren is survived by his brother, Warren Foss, Peoria, AZ; sister, Kay Jurgensen, Sioux Falls, SD; special friend, Carol Mellema; children, Casey Mellema Scott, Sioux Falls, SD, Jesse Mellema, Sioux Falls, SD, Bobbi Johnson (McLain) Wenatchee, WA, Nathan Mellema, Sioux Falls, SD, Josie (Mauro) Bueno, Crowley, TX, Carly Foss, Sioux Falls, SD; grandchildren, Chloe Scott, Kennedy Scott, Ashton Scott, Boston Scott, Mayes Johnson, and Aami Foss Thomas; his cat, Beans; and many special friends and family members.
Loren was preceded in death by his parents, William and Beverly Foss; grandparents, Arthur and Eva Foss, and Oswald and Anna Olson; brother-in-law, Steven L. Jurgensen; and special friends, Lizzie the dog and Samantha the cat.
Loren Roger Foss, age 65, passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, September 21, 2021, at Miller Funeral Home – Southside Chapel (7400 S Minnesota Ave). A visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Monday, September 20, 2021, at Miller Funeral Home – Southside Chapel. Masks are encouraged by the family as well as social distancing.
Loren was born September 11, 1956, to William "Bill" and Beverly "Bev" Foss in Sioux Falls, SD. Loren attended Lincoln Senior High School and participated on the wrestling team. Loren was an E5 HHC 1st Infantry Division, for the US Army. Loren worked for Midwest Coast Transport for many years until he took a position at First Century Federal Credit Union as Chief Financial Officer. Loren retired in 2019.
Most of all Loren loved spending time and talking with his children and grandchildren. Loren loved tie-dye shirts and crass jokes. Loren loved to bowl and ride bicycles. Loren was the top fundraiser for MS bike ride for several years. He was the coach for the Lincoln High School girls bowling team they placed 2nd in the Star City Open.
Loren is survived by his brother, Warren Foss, Peoria, AZ; sister, Kay Jurgensen, Sioux Falls, SD; special friend, Carol Mellema; children, Casey Mellema Scott, Sioux Falls, SD, Jesse Mellema, Sioux Falls, SD, Bobbi Johnson (McLain) Wenatchee, WA, Nathan Mellema, Sioux Falls, SD, Josie (Mauro) Bueno, Crowley, TX, Carly Foss, Sioux Falls, SD; grandchildren, Chloe Scott, Kennedy Scott, Ashton Scott, Boston Scott, Mayes Johnson, and Aami Foss Thomas; his cat, Beans; and many special friends and family members.
Loren was preceded in death by his parents, William and Beverly Foss; grandparents, Arthur and Eva Foss, and Oswald and Anna Olson; brother-in-law, Steven L. Jurgensen; and special friends, Lizzie the dog and Samantha the cat.
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Marc D. Gaffney
Birth Date:
1956-04-01
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2023-01-01
Obituary:
Not found
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Patty Jo Shorb (Hadduck)
Birth Date:
1956-07-27
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2022-09-09
Obituary:
Patty Jo Shorb, 66, passed away at her home in Wichita on Friday, September 9, 2022. Patty attended Central College, graduating in 1976. Later on she came back to work at the College as a Resident Director impacting hundreds of students and staff with her love for people and love for the Lord. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, October 7, 2022 in the chapel at Central Christian Church. Patty was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Hadduck and her sister, Rhonda Trotter. Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Hubie Shorb, her mother, Carol Ruth Hadduck, her son, Ky and wife Kristin Shorb, their children, Ethan and Wyatt Shorb, daughter, Kelly and husband Jamie Brown, their children Avi and Harper Brown and daughter, Kari Shorb. Patty is also survived by her brother, Kevin Hadduck and her sisters, Barbara Bland and Carolyn Holmes.
Patty Jo Shorb, 66, passed away at her home in Wichita on Friday, September 9, 2022. Patty attended Central College, graduating in 1976. Later on she came back to work at the College as a Resident Director impacting hundreds of students and staff with her love for people and love for the Lord. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, October 7, 2022 in the chapel at Central Christian Church. Patty was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Hadduck and her sister, Rhonda Trotter. Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Hubie Shorb, her mother, Carol Ruth Hadduck, her son, Ky and wife Kristin Shorb, their children, Ethan and Wyatt Shorb, daughter, Kelly and husband Jamie Brown, their children Avi and Harper Brown and daughter, Kari Shorb. Patty is also survived by her brother, Kevin Hadduck and her sisters, Barbara Bland and Carolyn Holmes.
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JoAnn E. Stonefield (Harms)
Birth Date:
1956-01-12
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2008-11-06
Obituary:
JoAnn Elaine Harms, daughter of Abram 'Abe' and Lorraine (Anderson) Harms, was born January 12, 1956 in Britt, IA. As a child she lived with her family in several Iowa towns while her father worked as a carpenter building churches. They would later live in Rock Rapids, IA from 1962 until moving to Sioux Falls, SD in 1967. JoAnn attended Bancroft Elementary and Whittier Junior High before graduating from Lincoln High School in 1974. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Sioux Falls College in 1978. While in school, JoAnn enjoyed playing the saxophone in the band. Throughout her career, JoAnn worked as an educator in early childhood and special needs programs at several places, including Montessori and the Sioux Falls Public School System.
JoAnn was united in marriage with Richard D. Stonefield on April 18, 1997 at First Congregational Church in Sioux Falls. The couple lived in Sioux Falls. JoAnn fought a courageous battle with cancer for the past 11 years.
JoAnn was a current member of East Side Lutheran Church and a former member of First Congregational Church. She was also a member of the VFW Auxiliary in Sioux Falls, the American Legion Auxiliary in Oldham, SD and the Siouxland Lions Club in Sioux Falls.
Grateful for having shared her life are her husband, Richard; an aunt, Margery Betten, Pella, IA; many cousins; a sister-in-law, Carol Stonefield, Carson City, NV; and a host of other relatives and friends.
JoAnn was preceded in death by her parents; several aunts and uncles; and her parents-in-law, Richard F. and Lucille Stonefield.
JoAnn Elaine Harms, daughter of Abram 'Abe' and Lorraine (Anderson) Harms, was born January 12, 1956 in Britt, IA. As a child she lived with her family in several Iowa towns while her father worked as a carpenter building churches. They would later live in Rock Rapids, IA from 1962 until moving to Sioux Falls, SD in 1967. JoAnn attended Bancroft Elementary and Whittier Junior High before graduating from Lincoln High School in 1974. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Sioux Falls College in 1978. While in school, JoAnn enjoyed playing the saxophone in the band. Throughout her career, JoAnn worked as an educator in early childhood and special needs programs at several places, including Montessori and the Sioux Falls Public School System.
JoAnn was united in marriage with Richard D. Stonefield on April 18, 1997 at First Congregational Church in Sioux Falls. The couple lived in Sioux Falls. JoAnn fought a courageous battle with cancer for the past 11 years.
JoAnn was a current member of East Side Lutheran Church and a former member of First Congregational Church. She was also a member of the VFW Auxiliary in Sioux Falls, the American Legion Auxiliary in Oldham, SD and the Siouxland Lions Club in Sioux Falls.
Grateful for having shared her life are her husband, Richard; an aunt, Margery Betten, Pella, IA; many cousins; a sister-in-law, Carol Stonefield, Carson City, NV; and a host of other relatives and friends.
JoAnn was preceded in death by her parents; several aunts and uncles; and her parents-in-law, Richard F. and Lucille Stonefield.
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Bradley H. Herndon
Birth Date:
1956-10-04
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2015-06-19
Obituary:
Not found.
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Richard John Hofer
Birth Date:
1956-05-05
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
1997-02-13
Obituary:
Not found.
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Randy R. Hollingshead
Birth Date:
1956-02-22
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
1999-02-24
Obituary:
Not found.
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Roger LaRae Jensen
Birth Date:
1956-05-09
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2017-03-10
Obituary:
Roger LaRae Jensen (60) passed away Friday, March 10, 2017, due to an accident at work. Roger was born May 9, 1956 to LaRae and Roxanne (Colwill) Jensen in Sioux Falls, SD. Roger was the 2nd born child of 5. Roger graduated from Sioux Falls Lincoln High School in 1974.
Roger married the love of his life Kathleen Albrecht on May 16, 1987. They were blessed with two amazing sons, Nathan and Nicholas, as well as two grandsons, Bradley and Gunnar.
Roger enjoyed life to the fullest. He always had a smile on his face. He enjoyed spending most his time with his family, especially with his two grandsons. During the summer you could find him out riding his motorcycle with his wife.
Roger was very proud of all the numerous roads and highways that he built. Roger never met anyone he didn't like and was always willing to give the shirt off his back to help people out.
Forever grateful for having shared his life, his wife Kathleen, his son Nathan (Amy) Jensen their two sons Bradley and Gunnar, his son Nicholas, mother and father; Roxanne and LaRae Jensen, Brothers and sisters; Cathy (Dan) Brandt, Gene (Donna) Jensen, Sandy (Steve) Douglas, Jeff (Penny) Jensen. In addition to immediate family, Roger leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Celebration of life will be held at Kirk Funeral Home on E Minnesota Street, in Rapid City, SD. Visitation will begin at 12:00 and the funeral will begin at 1:00 pm on March 18th.
Roger LaRae Jensen (60) passed away Friday, March 10, 2017, due to an accident at work. Roger was born May 9, 1956 to LaRae and Roxanne (Colwill) Jensen in Sioux Falls, SD. Roger was the 2nd born child of 5. Roger graduated from Sioux Falls Lincoln High School in 1974.
Roger married the love of his life Kathleen Albrecht on May 16, 1987. They were blessed with two amazing sons, Nathan and Nicholas, as well as two grandsons, Bradley and Gunnar.
Roger enjoyed life to the fullest. He always had a smile on his face. He enjoyed spending most his time with his family, especially with his two grandsons. During the summer you could find him out riding his motorcycle with his wife.
Roger was very proud of all the numerous roads and highways that he built. Roger never met anyone he didn't like and was always willing to give the shirt off his back to help people out.
Forever grateful for having shared his life, his wife Kathleen, his son Nathan (Amy) Jensen their two sons Bradley and Gunnar, his son Nicholas, mother and father; Roxanne and LaRae Jensen, Brothers and sisters; Cathy (Dan) Brandt, Gene (Donna) Jensen, Sandy (Steve) Douglas, Jeff (Penny) Jensen. In addition to immediate family, Roger leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Celebration of life will be held at Kirk Funeral Home on E Minnesota Street, in Rapid City, SD. Visitation will begin at 12:00 and the funeral will begin at 1:00 pm on March 18th.
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William “Bill” Dean Johnson
Birth Date:
1956-10-15
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2002-02-11
Obituary:
Not found.
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Jay Steven Julian
Birth Date:
1956-03-04
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2000-02-17
Obituary:
Jay Steven Julian, 64, of Antioch, TN, formerly of Sioux Falls, SD, died on Monday, February 17, 2020, at the Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, TN, after a short battle with liver cancer. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Grateful for having shared his life are his siblings: Lee Ann Julian and Mary (Lyle) Huemoeller, Sioux Falls, SD; Julie (Al) Ercanbrack, Kingston, OK; Richard (Linda) DeRemer, New Bern, NC; Jim DeRemer, Baltimore, MD; Guy Julian, Sioux Falls, SD; special friend, Marlena Williamson, Antioch, TN, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Condolences can be sent to the Julian family in care of George Boom Funeral Home, 3408 East 10th Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57103
Jay Steven Julian, 64, of Antioch, TN, formerly of Sioux Falls, SD, died on Monday, February 17, 2020, at the Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, TN, after a short battle with liver cancer. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Grateful for having shared his life are his siblings: Lee Ann Julian and Mary (Lyle) Huemoeller, Sioux Falls, SD; Julie (Al) Ercanbrack, Kingston, OK; Richard (Linda) DeRemer, New Bern, NC; Jim DeRemer, Baltimore, MD; Guy Julian, Sioux Falls, SD; special friend, Marlena Williamson, Antioch, TN, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Condolences can be sent to the Julian family in care of George Boom Funeral Home, 3408 East 10th Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57103
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Debra Jean Warriner (Karlin)
Birth Date:
1956-04-06
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2020-12-23
Obituary:
Debra Jean (Karlin) Warriner passed away unexpectedly at Sanford Heart Hospital on December 23, 2020. She was born April 6,1956 in Sioux Falls, SD to Harvey Karlin and Delores (Johnson) Karlin.
She graduated from Lincoln High School. In February of 1974. She enlisted in the US Army and served through 1978. Debbie married Bob (Robert) Warriner in Oceanport, NJ in 1975. Throughout the years she lived in New Jersey, Georgia, Korea, Maryland, Wellsboro, Pennsylvania and moved back to Sioux Falls with her family. Debbie stayed home with the kids while they were small and then worked various jobs and attended SDSU majoring in Spanish. The last 25 years were spent working at Midco/Five Star Call Center. Debbie has always loved animals, especially cats and turtles. She loved collecting anything turtle! She was thankful she was able to change her work schedule when the grandkids were born to spend more time with them.
Grateful for having shared Debbie's life are her husband, Bob; daughter, Denise; son, Erik; grandchildren Aaron, Leah & Logan. She is also survived by her sisters in Sioux Falls: Kristi (Joe) Fisher, Dianne (Scott) Jansen, Karen Karlin and Bobbi (Sean) Fields; her in-laws in Pennsylvania: Jim (Nancy) Warriner, George Warriner, Joan McWilliams, Tom (Paula) Warriner, Mike Warriner, and Justine Scarinci; as well as several nieces and nephews all over the country.
Due to health and safety concerns, no memorial services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to an organization of your choosing.
Debra Jean (Karlin) Warriner passed away unexpectedly at Sanford Heart Hospital on December 23, 2020. She was born April 6,1956 in Sioux Falls, SD to Harvey Karlin and Delores (Johnson) Karlin.
She graduated from Lincoln High School. In February of 1974. She enlisted in the US Army and served through 1978. Debbie married Bob (Robert) Warriner in Oceanport, NJ in 1975. Throughout the years she lived in New Jersey, Georgia, Korea, Maryland, Wellsboro, Pennsylvania and moved back to Sioux Falls with her family. Debbie stayed home with the kids while they were small and then worked various jobs and attended SDSU majoring in Spanish. The last 25 years were spent working at Midco/Five Star Call Center. Debbie has always loved animals, especially cats and turtles. She loved collecting anything turtle! She was thankful she was able to change her work schedule when the grandkids were born to spend more time with them.
Grateful for having shared Debbie's life are her husband, Bob; daughter, Denise; son, Erik; grandchildren Aaron, Leah & Logan. She is also survived by her sisters in Sioux Falls: Kristi (Joe) Fisher, Dianne (Scott) Jansen, Karen Karlin and Bobbi (Sean) Fields; her in-laws in Pennsylvania: Jim (Nancy) Warriner, George Warriner, Joan McWilliams, Tom (Paula) Warriner, Mike Warriner, and Justine Scarinci; as well as several nieces and nephews all over the country.
Due to health and safety concerns, no memorial services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to an organization of your choosing.
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