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Elery "Skip" Lewis - Share this obit - Print this obit
Elery “Skip” Lewis, 80, was called to heaven on October 25, 2024 at his home on Wall Lake surrounded by his family.
Elery was born December 2, 1943 in Lake Crystal, Minnesota to Wayne and Bernice (Nelson) Lewis. He graduated from Lake Crystal High School in 1961, then attended Mankato State University. He later moved to San Francisco to pursue a degree in Mortuary Science, graduating in 1963. Elery returned to the Midwest and settled in Sioux Falls earning the nickname “Skip” and where he met and married the love of his life, Rita Wheeler. The two were united in marriage on February 27, 1965.
Skip’s career spanned numerous business ventures including 20 years as the owner of Tiki Liquor, Funeral Director for 60 years, and owner of Barnett-Lewis Funeral Home for the last 50 years. This became a family-centered endeavor that allowed him to serve his community. He is recognized as the third-longest licensee holder in the SD State Funeral Association.
Skip was passionate about his community and enjoyed a variety of activities. He was an avid water-skier, boater, bowler and active in softball where he took part as a player, coach and sponsor throughout his life. As a committed member to the Elks Club, Sertoma Club, and the Knights of Columbus (where he served as Grand Knight), Skip devoted his time to causes close to his heart. He was a member of St. Michael Parish, where he was present at countless events to support his granddaughters.
With a strong belief in service, Skip supported several organizations including the Wounded Warrior Project, St. Jude’s Hospital, Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools, and Lifescape. Each summer, he generously offered boat rides to children at Spirit Camp, a tradition he cherished deeply.
Skip was immensely proud of his family. He is survived by his sister: Deloris; his children: Lisa (Kent) Huemoeller, Kathy (Rob) Junker, and David (Erin) Lewis; his granddaughters: Kelli (Nate) Noel; Terra and Jenna Huemoeller, Taylor, Allison and Lindsey Junker, and Paige and Paiten Lewis; great-granddaughter: Kourtney Noel; as well as his niece, nephews, many cousins, and special friends, including Pat and Marv Hoek. Skip was preceded in death by his parents, beloved wife, Rita, and granddaughter, Lauren Lewis.
Visitation will be held at Barnett-Lewis Funeral Home on Friday, November 1, beginning at 3:00 PM, followed by a Scripture Service and time of sharing at 6:00 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Michael Parish on Saturday, November 2, 10:30 AM with lunch to follow. Interment will be at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Montrose, SD.
Dennis G. Denevan - Share this obit - Print this obit
Dennis G. Denevan, 91 of Sioux Falls, died Monday, October 21 at the Good Samaritan Village in Pipestone, MN. Dennis Denevan was born October 23, 1932, in Sioux Falls, where he graduated from St. Joseph Cathedral High School. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys, whom he married on September 30, 1961 in Sioux Falls.
Dennis was a faithful Catholic, actively participating in his church as a Eucharistic Minister, choir member, and a supporter of many of the church’s charities and religious orders. Dennis also lived for a short period at the Norbertine Abbey in DePere, WI. Dennis worked for over 35 years at John Morrell as a proud union laborer.
Dennis was a kind and cheerful man with smiling Irish eyes. He was always ready to whistle a tune, sing a song, or tell a joke. He experienced riches in this life by keeping faith as a husband, providing for his family, and ultimately by being “promoted” to grandfather.
Dennis is survived by his two brothers: Michael and Joseph; his four children: Dion (Susan), Suzanne (Jackie), Kate, and Theresa Klumper (Jeff). He was enormously proud of his 11 grandchildren: Lori, Brandy, Kei, Ali, Ari, Jordan, Taniyah, Bryanna, Maelle, Kai, and Clara; and 12 great-grandchildren: Todd, Bailey, Tanner, Ella, Brooklyn, Kylie, Rhyatt, Grace, Oden, Liem, Jazmyn, and Levi.
Visitation will be Thursday, October 24, 9:00 AM at the Cathedral of St. Joseph with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM.
Joanne Bohms - Share this obit - Print this obit
Joanne Bohms, age 69, passed away Tuesday October 15th, 2024, at the Doherty Hospice House in Sioux Falls, SD. A private family burial will be at the Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, SD where she will be at rest with her husband, Delbert.
Joanne Eastman was born on February 6, 1955, to Gordon and Inez Eastman in Sioux Falls, SD. She attended Cathedral Grade School and O"Gorman High School, graduating in 1973.
On April 15, 1976, Joanne married the love of her life, Delbert Bohms. Joanne and Del loved their life together; bowling, movies and playing cards together. Also, traveling to their favorite places including summers at Lake Okoboji with friends and their beloved Godchildren Amy and Andy.
Another favorite past-time with Amy and Andy was spoiling them at Valley Fair, always being one of the first in line to the park!
Her family Hodne Reunion at the Farm was always a favorite too! Enjoying the weekend with her immediate family as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins with food, games, and the infamous White Elephant auction.
Later in life, Joanne enjoyed spending time with family and friends, watching old movies, especially Gone with the Wind and listening to Garth Brooks. She liked anything Irish and was not one to pass up an Irish Coffee!
Those who knew Joanne, also knew how important her tattoos were to her, each having a special meaning. Also special to Joanne was her knitting of hats, scarves, and blankets. She would take them to the downtown library and hand these out to those needing extra warmth and comfort.
Grateful to have shared her life are her siblings, Mark Eastman, Bob (Karen) Eastman, David (Maggie) Eastman, Nancy (Doug) Hauck, Bruce (Janet) Eastman, Dan (Doraina) Eastman, Jane (Mike) Torrenti, Paul (Marilyn) Eastman and Julie (Bob) Viereck. In addition to many nieces and nephews are her extended family of best-friends, Cindy and Duayne Wieczorek; and Godchildren: Amy Glaser, and Andy Wieczorek.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Delbert Bohms, son, Duane Keimig; her parents, Inez,and Gordon Eastman; and sibling, Stephen Eastman.
Jada Riley Terpening - Share this obit - Print this obit
Jada Riley Terpening was born July 2, 2003 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota as Jayden MacKenzie to Shayla Crowe. Jayden was adopted by Wesley and Patty Terpening in 2006 and was named Jada.
She attended school in Sioux Falls, graduating from Lincoln High School in 2021. She enjoyed gymnastics, cheer-leading, creative writing, working with children and belonged to the JROTC.
Following graduation she attended North Central University focusing on Youth Ministry.
In 2021 she moved to Colorado to focus on her health and on finding herself. Through her search she chose to identify as Aspen Rayne Crowe. She was called to heaven on October 1, 2024.
She was a light to the world that will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be Friday, October 18, 2:00 PM at Restoration Baptist Church.
Ralph James Croft - Share this obit - Print this obit
Ralph James Croft, a lifelong resident of Sioux Falls, passed away on September 24, 2024, at the age of 74, while under hospice care at home, surrounded by his loving daughter, Jeanna.
Born on July 5, 1950, to Donald and Ramona Croft, Ralph was a standout athlete at Lincoln High School, class of 1969. Although an unforeseen circumstance derailed his NFL prospects, he was honored with the Key to the City.
Ralph married Donna Jean Hualapai in 1971 and raised three children. He enjoyed a long career at Henry Carlson Construction.
Ralph's life was marked by his faith, love, and simplicity. His legacy lives on through his children: Jeanna and her special friend, Don Deloof, James Croft , Grant and his wife Julie Croft; along with his grandchildren: Ashley and Darius Dodson, Shayla Shaver, Parker and Miley Croft; along with five great-grandchildren; and numerous other family members and friends. Ralph is preceded in death by his wife Donna, parents, Donald and Ramona, sister Karen, and brothers Charles and Tracy.
Visitation will be Monday, September 30, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Barnett-Lewis Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, 10:30 AM at the Cathedral Of St. Joseph.
Derric Smith Miller - Share this obit - Print this obit
Derric Smith Miller, 54, left us September10, 2024. He is the son of William and Catherine (Smith) Miller.
Derric was born in Sioux Falls, S.D. on July 26, 1970. He attended school in Sioux Falls. He graduated from South Dakota State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Derric was a writer of horror. He had books published along with co-writer Mark Allen. He was an editor for an internet magazine, Hard Rock Haven. He was an avid fan of rock music. He attended numerous rock concerts and was welcomed backstage to interview those bands. He had friends all over the world. He loved Da Bears and tennis.
Derric always had a wild imagination even as a child. Once, while playing in the snow, he fell into a snowbank. He came into the house to berate me for not saving him. I asked him how he got out of the snowbank. He told me that he had turned into a frog and hopped out.
Derric is survived by his children: Lauren and Nolan Miller in MN; mother: Catherine Miller, Sioux Falls; siblings: Dominic Miller (Debbie) in Sioux Falls, Antoinette Miller (Lane Smalley) in Sioux Falls, Sophia Miller and Christian Swanson in Sioux Falls. He has nieces, a nephew, and numerous extended family. He was preceded in death by his father, William Miller.
Public Visitation will be Saturday, September 14, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Barnett-Lewis Funeral Home.
Elizabeth “Betty” Marie Wallace, - Share this obit - Print this obit
Elizabeth “Betty” Marie Wallace, 81, passed away at Sanford Hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on September 9, 2024. She was born to Art and Adeline Veverka in Canby, Minnesota on August 13, 1943 where she grew up.
Betty graduated from Canby High School and then attended the St. Francis Nursing School in Breckenridge, Minnesota. After achieving her Nursing Degree, she returned to Canby and worked at the hospital there for about a year. She then was hired at Southdale Fairview Hospital and relocated to Bloomington, Minnesota. It is there that she met the love of her life, John Wallace and they were married on November 26, 1966.
Her career at Southdale Fairview blossomed and she was put in charge of an entire floor. She left that career in 1972 to pursue the next great passion in her life; motherhood.
She continued to express her compassion and caring for others through staying active in the church and volunteering in her community. In 1984, she moved with her family to Sioux Falls, South Dakota. She brought with her to Sioux Falls her spirit of service and was very active at St. Michael Parish and the St. Vincent DePaul Society, touching countless lives through her volunteer efforts.
She is survived by her son: Arthur (D'alana); siblings Bonita “Bonnie” Wylie and Janet Jerzak; grandchildren: John P. III, Lucas, Nicholas, Tristan, and Phoebe; great-grandson: Ryker and many nieces and nephews.She is preceded in death by her husband: John P; son: John P Jr; and her parents.
Visitation will be Monday, September 16, 5:00 PM at Barnett-Lewis Funeral Home with a Scripture Vigil at 6:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial Will be Tuesday, September 17, 11:00 AM at St. Michael Parish.
Tamara “Tammie” Kay (Cink) Olson - Share this obit - Print this obit
Tamara “Tammie” Kay (Cink) Olson of Charleston, South Carolina passed away September 1, 2024, in Seattle, WA. Family will be present for visitation from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at Barnett-Lewis Funeral Home. A Scripture Service will begin at 6:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:00 AM Friday, September 13, 2024 at St. Michael Parish in Sioux Falls SD with burial to follow at St. Christina Catholic Cemetery, Parker, SD.
Tamara “Tammie” Kay Olson was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on April 19, 1970 to Alvin “Al” and Dolores “Dee” (Staebell) Cink, and sister to Kevin and David Cink. She graduated from O’Gorman High School (’88) and went on to attend The Art institute of Colorado. After graduation, she met the love of her life, Darrin Olson and married June 7, 1996.
Tammie and Darrin shared many adventures of life; they truly brought out the best in each other. They created a business together that allowed them to live all over the US; Colorado, Iowa, South Dakota, Oregon, and South Carolina. No matter where they lived, she made sure to keep her friends and family close.
She enjoyed traveling including her annual trips with friends, visiting the kids, golfing with friends and spending the summers sailing in the Pacific Northwest. She was the proud mother of Olivia and Isaac, the love and joy of her life. Her family was everything to her and her extended family was large as she had an extraordinary knack of making friends feel like family.
There should be more to tell, but due to an unforeseen, brief yet intense battle with peripheral T-cell Lymphoma, she passed at the age of 54 at the University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle, WA. She was surrounded by family.
Her passing leaves a void that will only be partially filled by her enduring legacy of love, laughter, support and friendship that many experienced.
Grateful for having shared in her life are her husband of 28 years: Darrin Olson; her two children: Olivia Olson, Denver, Colorado, and Isaac Olson, Bozeman, Montana; her brothers: Kevin (Heather) Cink, Brookings, SD; and David Cink, Madison, WI; brother-in- law: Ryan Olson; sister-in-law: Kari (Michael) Munzke; father and mother-in-law: Don and Kathy Olson; and her nieces and nephews: Brittany, Jenna, Caleb, Chloe, Maxwell, Wilson, Eliot, Gabrielle and Oliver.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
Helen Ann Anfinson - Share this obit - Print this obit
In Loving Memory of
Helen Ann Anfinson (Nelson)
August 23, 1934 – August 27, 2024
Helen Ann Anfinson, age 90, died at her home in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on August 27, 2024 of natural causes. Helen was born in Danvers, Minnesota on August 23, 1934 to Martin and Helen (Gallagher) Nelson. She attended school in Watertown, South Dakota and graduated from Watertown High School in 1952. Helen moved to Minneapolis where she worked for the phone company. On October 2, 1954 Helen married Jack Anfinson in Minneapolis where they made their home.
Helen and Jack settled in Sioux Falls where they raised three children: Marie (Paul) Rickert of Sioux Falls, SD, Liz (Leif) Rasmussen of Bloomington, MN, and John (Lynn) Anfinson of Issaquah, WA. Helen was a cherished grandmother to Matt Rickert, Nick Rickert, Anne Rickert, Will Rasmussen, Eric Rasmussen, Nolan Rasmussen, Grace Anfinson and Emma Anfinson, and three great grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were her parents and husband Jack.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Memorials preferred to the Sioux Falls El Raid Shrine Transportation Fund or the donor’s choice.
Gary Franklin Layne - Share this obit - Print this obit
Gary Franklin Layne, 72, passed away on August 25, 2024. He was born on February 17, 1952, in Sioux Falls, SD to Benjamin F. and Edna M. (Johnson) Layne. Gary grew up in Sioux Falls and graduated from Lincoln Senior High School in 1970.
Gary married his high school sweetheart, Diane J. Stelzer, on May 8, 1971, at East Side Lutheran Church. They lived in Sioux Falls, and welcomed a son, Brian P. Layne in 1972, and daughter Shari R. Layne in 1976.
Gary worked for many years at Egger Steel in Sioux Falls, SD. He retired from Home Depot in 2023 after 21 years of service. He was lovingly known as the “The Paint Guy.” Gary always greeted customers with a smile and loved to help everyone find the perfect color. He considered, and treated, his Home Depot colleagues and customers as lifelong friends.
Gary was always available to chat while sharing a cup of coffee, a bite to eat, or to fix whatever needed fixing. He loved to work with his hands and was never a person to sit still. Before his illness, Gary could be found cruising the bike trails in Sioux Falls, blasting classic rock n’ roll songs, or behind the paint desk at Home Depot, even on his days off.
Most of all, Gary loved his family. He was a proud parent, grandparent, uncle, brother, and a friend to all. He was especially fond of his grand-doggy golden retrievers, Dexter, Jaxon, and Henry.
Grateful for having shared his life are his son: Brian Layne (Michelle Slagle); daughter: Shari (Wayne) Hanson; granddaughters: Kate Layne, and Meghan Hanson; grandson: Jacob Hanson; sister: Sandra Novak; brother-in-law: Alan Nyhus; several nieces and extended family and friends. Gary was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Ronald Layne, and sister, Nancy (Alan) Nyhus.
Visitation will be Tuesday, September 3, 5:00 PM with a Memorial Service at 6:30 PM at Barnett-Lewis Funeral Home.
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