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Lance Miles Matthews

Lance Miles Matthews

Jan 28, 2021

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Lance Miles Matthews, 42, of Rapid City, SD, passed away January 28, 2021, at Monument Health Rapid City Hospital in Rapid City, SD.

Lance was born March 21, 1978, in Chadron, NE., to William and Beverly (New) Matthews. He grew up in Hot Springs but moved to Wall in 1989 and attended middle school...

Richard A. Duncan

Richard A. Duncan

Jan 27, 2021

Richard's Memorial Folder

Richard Arthur Duncan, 87, of Custer, SD, passed away January 27, 2021, at his residence.  Richard was born on May 29, 1933, in Boone, Iowa, to Charles and Vera (Glidden) Tellier.

After graduating high school in West Des Moines, Richard served for three years in the Marine Corps. He then married Mary Rew and...

Bradley Joseph Beaudry

Bradley Joseph Beaudry

Jan 23, 2021

Bradley Joseph Beaudry of Pringle, SD was born March 7, 1955, to Lawrence and Mary Louise Beaudry in Green Bay WI.  His family later moved to Cheyenne, WY to be with grandparents.  After graduating from DePere High School in 1973 he joined the U.S. Army, became a Drill Sergeant stationed in Ft. Leonard Wood, MO, where his daughter, Cassie...

Vernon Duane Rozema

Vernon Duane Rozema

Jan 18, 2021

Vernon's Memorial Folder

Vernon Duane Rozema, 68, of Hot Springs, SD passed away Monday, January 18, 2021, in the Comfort Care Room at Monument Health Custer Hospital in Custer, SD, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born May 3, 1952, in Wheatland, WY, to Don and Bessie Rozema and moved to Utah when he was three...

Melvin Duane Lulf

Melvin Duane Lulf

Jan 14, 2021

Melvin Lulf was born February 18, 1943, in Hot Springs, SD on the family ranch, to parents, Anton and Lois (Muhm) Lulf, joining brother, David Lulf and sister, Alice.    He attended Dry Creek School in rural Fall River County which was a three mile ride from home.  When the Dry Creek School closed at the end of 4th grade,...

Carolyn Hunter

Carolyn Hunter

Jan 11, 2021

Carolyn R. Hunter, age 85, of Custer, SD passed away on January 11, 2021, at the Avantara Mountain View Nursing Home in Rapid City, SD.

Carolyn was born on August 5, 1935, in Mitchell, SD to Lyle B. and Ruth (Jessup) Reese. She met the love of her life, Hansel 'Hal' A. Hunter, at the skating rink...

Archie F Collins

Archie F Collins

Jan 10, 2021

Archie's Memorial Folder ">Archie's Memorial Folder Archie F. Collins, age 82, passed away January 10, 2021, in Hot Springs, SD at the Seven Sisters Living Center surrounded by his family.

Archie was born on July 25, 1938, to Archie and Wynfred Collins. After graduating from high school in 1956, he honorably served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1957...

Christopher Dixson Volpe

Christopher Dixson Volpe

Jan 9, 2021

Christopher Dixson Volpe, 65, died on January 9, 2021, at his residence in Custer, SD.

Christopher was born on June 18, 1955 in Queens, NY to Carmine and Ann (Melton) Volpe.

Services will be held in New York.

Arrangements have been placed in the care of Chamberlain McColley's Funeral Home in Custer.

Phyllis 'Lanie' Elaine Hale

Phyllis 'Lanie' Elaine Hale

Jan 4, 2021

Phyllis 'Lanie' Elaine Hale, 80, of Custer, SD, passed away January 4, 2021, at Sanford Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD.

Full obituary is pending.

Jose Enrique Mendez Sr

Jose Enrique Mendez Sr

Dec 25, 2020

Jose Enrique Mendez Sr., 81, of Hot Springs, SD, passed away December 25, 2020, at Seven Sisters Living Center in Hot Springs, SD.

Jose was born March 2, 1939, in Puerto Rico to Pedro and Herminia (Rodriguez) Mendez.

Jose is survived by his wife, Nicolasa of Hot Springs; son, Jose Jr. 'Joe' of Hot Springs;...

Edward Glen Sheets

Edward Glen Sheets

Dec 25, 2020

A Celebration of Eddie's life will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, June 12, 2021, at Centennial Park in Hot Springs, South Dakota

Edward Glen Sheets was born in Rapid City, SD, on May 30, 1984, to Earl and Linda Sheets.  Eddie attended school in Hot Springs from 4 th grade until graduation.  He lived with...

Mary Helen Williams Bruce

Mary Helen Williams Bruce

Dec 25, 2020

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mary Helen Williams Bruce, loving wife of Arthur, sister Catherine and brother, James Williams. Mary Helen was born at The Sisters Hospital in Hot Springs and attended public school in Hot Springs, South Dakota.. During her high school days, she took part time jobs, including kitchen help, waitress and many medial...

Kathleen 'Kathy' Ann Carrier

Kathleen 'Kathy' Ann Carrier

Dec 17, 2020

Kathleen 'Kathy' Ann Carrier, 67, of Custer, SD, passed away December 17, 2020, at her residence in Custer.

Kathy was born October 29, 1953, in Mitchell, SD, to Ralph and Bernadette (Herrmann) Ware.

Kathy is survived by her husband, Michael of Custer; daughter, Alaina Carrier of Custer; grand daughters, Alexis Meagher; Bella Carrier and Jayden...

Donald E. Parker

Donald E. Parker

Dec 12, 2020

Donald E. Parker, 74, of Hot Springs, SD passed away on December 12, 2020, at the Monument Health Rapid City Hospital in Rapid City, SD.

Donald was born in Fort Morgan, CO on July 30, 1946, to Carroll and Joann (Hosier) Parker. He served in the United States Army from 1964, until his honorable discharge in 1967....

Shirley Anne Simmons Baker

Shirley Anne Simmons Baker

Dec 10, 2020

Shirley Anne Simmons Baker, age 81, of Bowmont, Idaho, passed away peacefully Thursday evening, December 10, 2020 at her residence.

Shirley was born on March 2, 1939 in Hot Springs, South Dakota, the daughter of John Erwin and Lenora (Lena) Caylor. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Albert Simmons II; her son Johnny Norman...

Mary G. Sandland

Mary G. Sandland

Dec 6, 2020

Mary G. Sandland, 93, of Custer, SD, passed away December 6, 2020, at Rose Haven Assisted Living in Custer, SD.

Mary was born December 29, 1926, in Chino, CA, to Jesus and Marcelina (Hernandez) Alcola.

Mary is pre deceased by her daughter, Gail Bennet.

Mary is survived by her son, Pat (Joan) Busskohl of Edgerton,...

Ronald John Rickenbach

Ronald John Rickenbach

Dec 4, 2020

Ronald's Memorial Folder Ronald J. Rickenbach, resident of Oelrichs, South Dakota, was born in Hot Springs, South Dakota on March 25, 1944 and passed away on December 4, 2020 at the Chadron Community Hospital at age 76.

He was the son of Joel C. (1918-2003) and Rose A. Hulburt Rickenbach (1919-2018) who preceded him in death. Growing up on...

Norma Lucia Halbert

Norma Lucia Halbert

Dec 2, 2020

Norma Lucia Halbert, 64, of Custer, SD, passed away December 2, 2020, at Monument Health Custer Hospital in Custer, SD.

Norma, known as Lucy to many, was born September 11, 1956, in Ft Riley Kansas to Gene and Doris (Klein) Landphere.

Norma is survived by her husband, Larry of Custer; sons, Darren J. (Mireille) Halbert...

Deanna Rae Harding

Deanna Rae Harding

Dec 2, 2020

Deanna Rae Harding, 71,of Hot Springs, SD, passed away December 2, 2020, at her residence in Hot Springs.

Deanna was born April 4, 1949, in Rapid City, SD, to Lloyd and Alma (Bus) Harding.

Deanna is survived by her long time friend, Diane Greer of Hot Springs; daughter, Falon Greer of San Diego, CA and...

Dean Young

Dean Young

Nov 30, 2020

Dean Donald Young, 62, of Custer, SD passed away on November 30, 2020, at his residence in Custer. Dean and Paula were married March 5, 1983, in Wisconsin and moved to South Dakota in 1992. Dean had a wonderful career with the US Forest Service that brought his family to the Black Hills and made them all proud. He...

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