Obituaries

Ted Bryant

Published by admin on Thu, 10/14/2021 - 9:13am

Ted Michael Bryant was born Dec. 22, 1958, to Frank and Doris Bryant. He had four siblings Paul, Phyllis, Curt and Shirley.
Ted was known for his quick smile, laid back fun-loving personality and great sense of humor.
Throughout his childhood growing up in Custer, S.D., Ted developed a passion for athletics. He excelled in football, basketball and golf.

Darrell Harkin

Published by admin on Thu, 10/14/2021 - 9:13am

Darrell Harkin was born Oct. 26, 1939, to Loyal and Rose (Burke) Harkin in Archer, Iowa. He grew up on the farm in Henry, S.D. Darrell served in the military in the South Dakota Army National Guard. He also worked in road construction before becoming his lifelong dream of being a rancher.
Darrell passed away Oct. 3 at his home surrounded by family in Hermosa, S.D. He was 81.
A time of celebration and sharing was held Oct. 7 at the Custer County Fairgrounds. Mass of Christian Burial was Oct. 8 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Hermosa.

Loren Lyndoe

Published by admin on Thu, 10/14/2021 - 9:12am

Loren David Lyndoe was born Dec. 26, 1955, to Arthur and Anne Lyndoe. They had five children,  Larry, Lorraine, Shirley, Jim and Loren. He grew up in Custer, S.D., and graduated from Custer High School in 1974.
He married his high school sweetheart Phyllis (Bryant) Lyndoe May 23, 1981, and together they had one daughter, Kelsey Lyndoe.

Ronald Enderby

Published by admin on Thu, 10/14/2021 - 9:12am

Ronald ‘Ronnie” Richard Enderby was born June 8, 1942, in Lead, S.D., to Richard and Shirley (Barry) Enderby. After graduating from Lead High School, he went on to earn an associate degree in business administration and a minor in economics.   He proudly served in the U.S. Navy until his honorable discharge in 1963 and worked at the Homestake Mine until his retirement.

Herman Venekamp

Published by admin on Thu, 10/07/2021 - 9:20am

Herman “Herm” James Venekamp was born Nov. 7, 1933 to John and Ethel (Smith) Venekamp in Presho, S.D. He was the seventh of eight children and was of the first generation of Venekamps born in the United States.
Herm attended school in Presho, graduating in 1951. He enrolled at Dakota Wesleyan University in the fall of 1951 and was the only member of his family to attend college. He always said, “An education is something no one can take away from you.”

Ronald Lee

Published by admin on Thu, 10/07/2021 - 9:18am

Ronald Raymond Lee, 81, of Smithwick, S.D., passed away Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Rapid City, S.D.
On Sunday evening Sept. 26, 2021,  Ronald went home to be with the Lord. For those who knew him, his passion for everything he put his mind to was evident. From boxing to football in his younger years, to remodeling and building houses, he was always on the go right up until his health gave way. He always wanted people to do their best. Foremost was his desire for his family and all he knew to follow Jesus Christ with all our hearts and serve God!

Ardelle L. McPherson

Published by admin on Thu, 09/30/2021 - 12:15pm
A memorial service will be held for Ardelle L. McPherson Saturday, Oct. 9, at 10:30 a.m. at Custer  (S.D.) Lutheran Fellowship.   
Ardelle passed away Sept. 1, 2020, in Oro Valley, Ariz.
The McPherson family invites all her vaccinated friends and family to join them in remembering Ardelle and to celebrate her life. Masks will be required.  
Memorial contributions may be sent to Custer Lutheran Fellowship or Custer Senior Center.

Thomas Thompson

Published by admin on Thu, 09/23/2021 - 9:01am

Thomas D. Thompson of Custer, S.D., passed away in Owasso, Okla., Sept. 13, 2021. He was 75.
Thomas served in the U.S. Navy from 1964 through 1988. He enjoyed returning to the Black Hills of South Dakota as often as possible. He was a lover of animals and nature.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Henry and Mabel Ruth Welchert;  brother, Lawrence Chalmer Thompson; sister, Linda Sue Harbison; brother, Daniel Duane Thompson; and brother, Thomas John Welchert.  

Evelyn Fisher

Published by admin on Thu, 09/16/2021 - 9:00am

Evelyn Luella (Hendrickson) Fisher was born in Custer, S.D.,  Feb. 1, 1921, to Guy Paul Hendrickson and Lillian Madeline Sutliff Hendrickson. She grew up riding horses, reading, sewing, cooking and in other ways helping as the oldest of eleven children.

Bobby Hamaker

Published by admin on Thu, 09/16/2021 - 8:59am

Bobby Lee Hamaker was born March 8, 1947, in Crawford, Neb., to Tim F. and Ruth (Tolliver) Hamaker. He was a cowboy in the Ft. Robinson area.  Bobby proudly served in the U.S. Army until his honorable discharge in 1969.
Bobby, of Custer, S.D., passed away Sept. 8, 2021, at the Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veteran’s Home in Hot Springs, S.D. He was 74.