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Kristine “Kris” Kay Offerdahl
10-04-2025

Kristine “Kris” Kay Offerdahl, 66, of Sioux Falls, SD, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 4, 2025. She was born on December 8, 1958, to Gordon and Jane Ellison in Canby, MN.

Kris spent her early years in Canby before moving to Canton, SD, and eventually settling in Sioux Falls. She worked at Hy-Vee for over 20 years, where she built lasting friendships and was known for her hard work and warm smile. After retiring, Kris found her true passion as a caregiver, devoting herself to helping others. She cherished the people she cared for, treating each of them like family.

A proud Minnesota Twins fan, Kris loved watching games—whether at the ballpark or on TV. She enjoyed taking walks and found comfort in the company of her five beloved cats. Nothing made her light up more than talking about her children, stepchildren, grandchildren, step-grandchildren, and “grandpups.”

She had a gift for conversation, creating a welcoming and nonjudgmental space for everyone she met. While she was known for her honesty and straightforwardness, she had a remarkable ability to make people feel seen and valued. Kris was also a dedicated and active member of AA. One of her greatest accomplishments was maintaining over 30 years of sobriety. She served as a mentor and source of strength for many, always willing to support those walking a similar path.

In September 2021, Kris married the love of her life, Vern Offerdahl. Although their time together was brief, those years were among her happiest.

Kris was preceded in death by her husband Vern Offerdahl, father Gordon Ellison, and sister Karen Koll. She is survived by her mother: Jane Ellison; children: Roy Aasheim (Aurora) and their children: Tayten and Bentley; and Misty Taylor (Ryan) and their children: Hayden and Hunter. She is also survived by her stepchildren: Holly Peters (Tim); Laura Harris (Pat) and their children:

Daniel, Ellie, Joey, and Andrew; and Brian Offerdahl (Erin) and their son: Tristan. She leaves behind her siblings: Mark Ellison (Rhonda Weidert) and Mike Ellison, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Sioux Falls Humane Society in honor of Kris’s love for animals.

A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, October 9 at Barnett- Lewis Funeral Home with family present at 1:30 PM, service at 2:30 PM and a luncheon to follow.