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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.

Patricia "Pat" Crevier  - Share this obit - Print this obit

Patricia "Pat" Crevier, age 94, died peacefully at Ava's House on Sunday, August 25, 2024. Patricia Marie (Plut) Crevier was born January 13, 1930 to Joe and Chantal (Camden) Plut in Graceville, Minnesota. She grew up in Sisseton, SD where she attended Catholic Grade School and graduated from Sisseton High School.

Pat married Dean R. Crevier at St. Peters Catholic Church in Sisseton, on April 18, 1949. They farmed in the Jefferson, SD area for 17 years, during which time they celebrated the births of their five children, four boys, and a daughter. In 1966 they moved to rural Sioux Falls where Dean continued farming. In 1987 they moved into the city of Sioux Falls. Dean and Pat had been married 65 years when he passed away in 2014.

Over the years, Pat was employed at Augustana College (Augustana University), Younkers and Lewis Drug. Her faith, family and friends were very important to her. She found joy in her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren who lovingly referred to her as “Memere” the French word for Grandma. She will be remembered for her beautiful smile, positive attitude and respect and encouragement for everyone.

Grateful for having shared her life are her children: Chantal “Tally” (Rod) Beeners, Jerry (special friend, Monica Cross), and Bill (Dawn) Crevier; grandchildren: Stacie (Ryan) Bechtold, Leslie Crevier, Camden (Kayla) Crevier, Michelle Beeners, Nick Crevier, Mike (Alyssa) Crevier, Chase (Megan) Crevier, and Pierce (Teddie) Crevier; great-grandchildren: Layton, Blake, Kenley, Kyler, Emma, Brodie, Sylis, and Mavrick. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dean, her parents, brother, Joe Plut, sister-in-law, Rita Plut, and sons, Bob and Jim.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Ava's House for the wonderful, compassionate care Pat was given. In lieu of flowers, family requests memorials be designated for Ava's House.

Visitation will be Friday, August 30, 9:30 AM at the Parish of St. Michael with a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM. A private family committal service will take place at St. Michael Cemetery.

Jeremy James Carlson  - Share this obit - Print this obit

Jeremy James Carlson was born March 12, 1976 to Michele Wilcox Carlson and James Carlson in Sioux Falls, SD. He was baptized at Risen Savior Catholic Church in Brandon, SD.

He grew up in the Sioux Falls area. On October 5, 1999, he and Katie DeSchepper welcomed a son, Jack DeSchepper. Jack was his pride and joy.

Jeremy enjoyed his extensive career working for B&G Acoustical with his brother and many coworkers. He loved fishing, bow hunting, hiking, and anything to do with nature. He was interested in painting and writing which was shared by his son, Jack. He was an avid collector finding joy in marbles, coins, and antiques. The most important part of his life to which he had unwavering devotion was his son and his family.

Jeremy, 48, passed away at home on August 22nd, 2024 in Brandon, SD. 

Left to cherish his memory are his son: Jack DeSchepper; mother: Michele Carlson; father: James Carlson; brother: Bill Carlson; sister: Katy Carlson; brother-in-law: Steven Carlson; nieces: Emily Carlson, Kaylee Carlson, Joezy Carlson, and Alayna Carlson; nephews: Ethan Carlson, Miles Carlson, and Zander Carlson; grandma: Helen Carlson; and many more aunts, uncles, cousins, loved ones, and friends. 

Jeremy was preceded in death by grandparents: Derald Wilcox Sr, Shirley Wilcox, and Aldrew Carlson; his uncles: Derald Wilcox Jr, and David Miller; aunts: Linda Wentzel, Cindi Miller, Mary Wilcox, and Sara Wilcox; cousin: Jennifer Burma; and many more family and friends. 

We all love you, Jeremy!

Visitation will be Wednesday, August 28, 5:00 PM at Barnett-Lewis Funeral Home with a family led Rosary at 7:30. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, August 29, 10:00 AM at the Cathedral of St. Joseph.

Gary Lee Livermont  - Share this obit - Print this obit

Gary Livermont 70, from Sioux Falls South Dakota passed peacefully on April 19, 2024 at the VA Medical Center in Sioux Falls, Sioux Falls South Dakota. Gary was born on July 21, 1953, in Mobridge, South Dakota, to Charles and Anna (Greff) Livermont.

Gary attended elementary and junior high school in Belle Fourche, South Dakota. He attended his freshman year in Wheatridge, Colorado and finished his last three years at Stephan High School, now Crow Creek Indian High School in Stephan, South Dakota. After graduating high school, Gary pursued an art degree and briefly attended Mankato College in Minnesota.  

After leaving Mankato College, he joined the United States Army. His basic training was completed at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. He was stationed in Germany as a military police officer and was honorably discharged. Gary worked as a Deputy Sheriff in Montrose, South Dakota but left to work as a Security Guard for the South Dakota Penitentiary in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Gary spent over 25 years working for the South Dakota Department of Social Services before he retired. Gary took pride in working to assist families to obtain their court ordered child support.

Gary had two loves: sports and collecting memorabilia. He loved bowling and golf. He was so happy to retire because he knew it would give him more time to pursue these passions. He bowled in several leagues and played as many golf courses as possible. He had a great group of golf buddies. This group would pick players for tournaments and compete to see who played the best. We’re sure he did well in those tournaments. He also loved and enjoyed watching sports on TV. His favorite teams were the Buffalo Bills and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. He had quite a collection of Buffalo Bill memorabilia. He always wanted them to win the Super Bowl. Gary had a sense of humor and told the best jokes and make everyone laugh.

His memorabilia collection included: jerseys, western movies, CDs, shot glasses, bobble heads, cards, golf balls, shirts, and bolo ties. He enjoyed going to thrift stores to add to his collections. It was a true passion of his. He kept lists of thrift items to search for on behalf of his friends. It kept him happy and busy.

Gary is survived by his siblings: Donald Livermont (Anna Marie) of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Charlotte Burcin, of Bellefonte PA, Frances Sieler, of Alamogordo, NM, Robert Livermont, of Oxnard, California and twin sister: Mary Geersema, of Spearfish, South Dakota. He also had many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews and great-grand nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Gary was preceded in death by two brothers: Richard and Jerry; two brothers-in-law: Dale Sieler and Reginald (Reggie) Geersema; and two sisters-in-law: Mary Ann Livermont (Feiock), and Belva Livermont (Riter).

The family would like to thank the staff of Sanford USD Medical Center and Hospital of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, VA Medical Center-Sioux Falls, the Sioux Falls Veterans Hospital, and hospice, for the wonderful care he received. Military Services will be held August 22, 11:00 AM at the South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery with a celebration to follow at the Alliance in Sioux Falls.    

 In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your local hospice.

Jeffery John Wyant  - Share this obit - Print this obit

Jeffery John Wyant, aged 65, passed away on July 22, 2024, in Sioux Falls, SD. He was born on December 30, 1958, in Sioux Falls. He was a devoted family man known for his wit, caring nature, and kindness.

Jeffery proudly served as a Minnehaha County Deputy Sheriff as well as serving in the Air National Guard, dedicating himself to the values of duty and service. He fulfilled his role with dedication and honor.

He graduated from Washington High School and remained active in his community throughout his life.

Jeffery is survived by his loving wife: Cindy; his children: Jeremy (and daughter-in-law Wendy), Jessica, and Jennifer; grandchildren: Daysha, Kellan, Anessa, Jasmine, Keira, Dominic, and Drea; he also leaves behind his siblings: Jim, David, Linda, Kathy, Debbie and Don (Junck). His parents George Wyant and Helen Scott, and his grandparents preceded him in death.

Jeffery was an enthusiastic supporter of the Kansas City Chiefs, an avid model builder, hot wheel collector, and enjoyed fishing. He also played on a darts team and was a regular at bingo nights, sharing joy and laughter with all around him.

Services will be held on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Barnett-Lewis Funeral Home in Sioux Falls, SD. Visitation will begin at 5:00 PM with a  Memorial Service at 6:30 PM. Barnett-Lewis Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Jeffery's life and legacy will be remembered by all who knew him as a pillar of strength, love, and humor.