Obituary Listing

Oct 4, 2025

Rachel Klippenstein, 83, of Hot Springs, SD, passed away peacefully October 4, 2025.  Born June 27, 1942, in Pittsburgh, PA, to Margaret and Murray Carr, Rachel's life was a testament to determination, love and the pursuit of a dream.

From an early age, Rachel longed to live and work on a ranch – to trade city streets...

Oct 3, 2025

David "Hooter" Charles Fish, age 84, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, at Monument Health Hospital in Custer, South Dakota.

Hooter was born on May 10, 1941, in Arlington, South Dakota, to Marion and Genevieve Fish. He proudly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1960 and was honorably discharged in 1961. Upon returning to...

Oct 1, 2025

Charlene  Compton, 65, of Custer, SD, passed away October 1, 2025.  She was born November 21, 1959, in Deadwood, SD to parents, Glen and Lois (Cross) Longden.

Charlene had a heart of gold, she was a true mother, always putting her family first.  Her family was everything to her!  She loved items that had sentimental value.   Charlene...

Sep 29, 2025

Susan Price Johnson

April 26, 1947 – September 29, 2025

Susan Price Johnson, age 78, of Hot Springs, South Dakota, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, at Monument Health in Rapid City.

Born in Grafton, Ohio, Susan was the daughter of Margaret (Nolan) and...

Sep 27, 2025

Harold Dean Stickney November 8, 1925 – September 27, 2025

Harold Dean Stickney, 99, passed away on September 27, 2025, at Pine Hills Retirement Center in Hot Springs, SD.

Harold Dean Stickney was born on November 8, 1925, in Edgemont, South Dakota, to Guy and Blanche Stickney. After graduating...

Sep 25, 2025

Mae (Tiny) McKnight, 83 of Hot Springs South Dakota, long time resident of Brookside Apartments, passed away on September 25, 2025.

Surviving is her sister, Donna March. Also surviving are her children, Jack Alexander of Hot Springs, South Dakota; Jerry Alexander (partner Dianne of Edgemont, South Dakota, Roseann Fitzpatrick (Jason) of Kentucky. Grandchildren Cody Ceplecha, Mitzi (Partner)...

Sep 24, 2025

Jon LeBar, born in Manila, Philippines, on October 22, 1956, to missionary parents, spent his life serving both his family and his faith. He was raised in LaGrange, Wyoming, where his parents helped found Frontier School of the Bible — a place that deeply shaped his love for the Lord.

A contractor by trade, Jon laid more...

Sep 22, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Roland March announces his peaceful passing on September 22, 2025, surrounded by family at the age 84.

Roland Neal March was born on August 19,1941, in Hot Springs, South Dakota to his mother Eva Reed and father Richard March. From an early age, Roland worked alongside his family...

Sep 20, 2025

Eugene (Gene) Francis Reecy, 89, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, at Monument Health Custer Hospital in Custer, South Dakota.

Born on January 27, 1936, in Sioux Falls, SD, Gene was the son of Joseph J. and Loretta M. Reecy. He joined two older brothers at birth, and later the family lived in Humbolt, SD before...

Sep 19, 2025

Wayne Ray Anspach, 62,  of Hot Springs, SD, passed away September 19, 2025, doing what he loved.  An Army veteran who struggled in the past but turned his life around and found his family with the American Legion Riders.

Wayne married his soul mate, Shawna Sund-Anspach January 1, 2025.  They spent each day laughing and picking on...

Sep 17, 2025

Judy Elizabeth Reed, 84, of Hot Springs, SD, passed away September 17, 2025.   She was born July 13, 1941, in Texas to Joel and Ruby (Whiddon) Reed.

Judy is predeceased by her grandson, Aaron Reed.  She is survived by her children, Glenn (Anna) Reed of Hot Springs; Donna King of Hot Springs; grandchildren, Brittany (Terrell) Walker; Zachary...

Sep 9, 2025

Gary Herman's Memorial Folder

Gary Lee Herman "Doc" passed away on the evening of September 9th, 2025, while out feeding his deer. He was born to July 24, 1941, in Caldwell, Idaho to Raleigh and Elsie (Shambaugh) Herman. Gary and his mother moved to Rapid City in 1953. He graduated from high school in 1960. He worked at Sooper...

Sep 8, 2025

Russell Wyatt's Memorial Folder

Russell Wyatt, born June 20, 1926 to Lyston and Fern (Tillotson) Wyatt, Cascade, South Dakota, went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 8, 2025.

Russell helped construct Angostura Dam, farmed and ranched at Oral, sold real estate, with his slogan being "Selling the Land of Infinite Variety," and ultimately, became...

Sep 7, 2025

Rowena Sue Richardson

August 29, 1941 – September 7, 2025

Rowena passed peacefully on the morning of September 7th at her home in Custer, South Dakota with family by her side. Born on August 29th, 1941, she grew up in Oceanside, California among strong family ties and friendships. As a child she was known for...

Sep 6, 2025

Paula Denise Swanson passed away on September 6, 2025, at her home in Hot Springs, South Dakota, surrounded by loved ones after a battle with cancer. She was 61 years old.

Born on November 13, 1963, in Kingsville, Texas, Denise was a loving mother, daughter, spouse, and friend. She had a warm heart and offered endless support...

Aug 30, 2025

Mashell Stanton's Memorial FolderShelly Lynn Stanton, 69, of Custer, South Dakota, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025. She is survived by her mother, Iris and her two sons, Thaddeus and Kaleb; her two brothers, Jimmy Dean and Zachary; her two sisters, Nicolle and Marnie and two daughter-in-laws, Gloria and Maggie.  She is also survived by her four grandchildren, Isaiah...

Aug 28, 2025

Beverly Jean Eissler Putnam, 87, of Edgemont, SD,  passed away August 28, 2025, in Hot Springs, SD.

Beverly was born January 9, 1938, to Elmer Eissler and Elsie Peck Eissler in their home in Hot Springs.  Elmer was employed at the Black Hills Army Depot at Igloo where Beverly started school and made many lifelong friends.  The...

Aug 26, 2025

Nicholas E. Constant, 67, of Custer, SD, passed away August 26, 2025, at Rapid City Regional Hospital in Rapid City, SD.  Nick was born May 28, 1958, in Woodland, CA to Edwin and Joyce (Bishop) Constant. Nick became a journeyman floor installer in his late teens.  He found the Lord on a dark day in his life and was saved...

Aug 24, 2025

Gary Cummings of Yerington, NV, was called home to be with the Lord on August 24, 2025. He passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family.

Gary was born on December 19, 1940, in Newcastle, WY, to Marvin and Elizabeth (Crum) Cummings. He grew up with his brother, Dennis (Mary) Cummings.

On August 4,...

Aug 14, 2025

James (Jim) Ray Kotschevar, 71, of Hot Springs, SD, passed away with family by his side on August 14, 2025, at Monument Health Hospital in Rapid City, SD. Jim was born February 20, 1954, in Richmond, MN, to Vincent and Rita (Hommerding) Kotschevar. He married Mary Kay (Nordmann) on June 18th, 1977.

Jim was a hard-working business...