June 28, 1942 ~ October 11, 1923

A Memorial Service will be held at First Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. with a visitation scheduled from 9:30-10:30 a.m and reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) South Dakota in honor of Bonnie.

Bonnie Lee Hess was born in 1942 and grew up on families farm outside of Dell Rapids, SD. Bonnie’s heart was forever tied to her “farm home”. Growing up amidst the peaceful serenity of nature, she nurtured a deep love for the outdoors that would stay with her throughout her life.

As fate would have it, Bonnie attended a Valentine’s Day and met John Nelson. He would ask her to marry him on their third date, but it did not become official until 1965. With stars in their eyes and dreams in their hearts, Bonnie and John embarked on a full and adventurous journey together. Their love story spanned over five glorious decades, brimming with laughter, endless exploration, and unwavering devotion. Their unbreakable bond was tragically severed in 2021 when John ran out of bonus time, leaving Bonnie’s heart forever touched by his enduring love.

Bonnie graduated from Augustana College in 1964. She quickly found her passion in helping others. She had always wanted a “people orientated career” and social work did not disappoint.  For the next 40 years, she tirelessly advocated for those who needed someone in their corner. She worked in special education, as a coordinator for Meals on Wheels, she spent time working for Minnehaha County as a representative payee, and ended her career as a targeted case manager with 5th Street Connection. She made a difference in so many lives. Her dedication and empathetic voice gave hope to countless souls, illuminating paths that previously seemed impassable. She was a fierce warrior in her own right, shining light where darkness threatened to prevail.

Bonnie and John became the proud parents to their daughter, Sara. In 1979, they officially adopted her and brought her into their loving home. Bonnie’s determination and unwavering love shaped Sara’s life for the better, and their bond remains unbreakable to this day.

But Bonnie’s vibrant spirit did not end with her noble work. Sports brought her tremendous joy and animated her evenings and weekends with exuberant cheers aimed at the TV. Her favorite teams, the Minnesota Vikings and the UCONN Huskies Women’s Basketball team, captivated her heart and ignited her passion for the game.

After retirement, Bonnie and John embarked on a new adventure, traversing the open road in their trusty camper. Together, they explored the beauty of the world, creating indelible memories at every turn. One of Bonnie’s most treasured voyages was returning to Germany, almost half of a century after she and John had been stationed in Bad Kreuznach. The flood of memories and nostalgia intertwined with her love for exploration, forging a lasting imprint on her soul.

While John was undoubtedly the love of her life and Sara held a special place in her heart, it was her grandson, James who illuminated Bonnie’s world with sheer joy. His infectious laughter and playful spirit brought endless smiles to her face, and she cherished every precious moment they shared.

Bonnie passed away peacefully with her beloved dog Geno by her side on October 11, 2023. Today, as we bid farewell to our dearly loved Bonnie, let us celebrate the remarkable chapters she wrote in the book of life. Her time on this earth was filled with love, adventure, selflessness, and unwavering dedication. Her laughter will forever echo through the hallways of our hearts, reminding us to embrace each day with open arms and a sense of joy.

Bonnie, your spirit will forever dance in the fields of our memories. May you find eternal peace in the embrace of your beloved John, basking in the eternal sunshine of love.

Rest in love, Bonnie.

August 27, 1994 ~ October 12, 2023

How does one announce the passing of a loving, vibrant, young woman taken from us all too soon?

Brittany Mae Janish, 29, Sioux Falls, left this world on October 12, 2023, after a tragic, devastating accident that has left all who have known her heartbroken and in disbelief.

A Visitation with the family present will be held at the St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Humboldt, at 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm, Sunday, October 22, 2023. A Memorial Mass will be 10:30 am, Monday, October 23^rd, also at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Humboldt.

Brittany Mae Janish was born on August 27, 1994, in Sioux Falls, SD, to John Janish and Pearl McMillan, and taken to her home in Humboldt, SD, where she grew up and attended school at West Central, throughout many of her school years.  In 2013, Brittany graduated from Parker, SD.

Throughout Brittany’s life, she had a beautiful soul with a smile that could light up the world. She was positive and kind and desired to help others, no matter what battles she was fighting herself.  If you met Brittany, you could not help but love her wholeheartedly.  

Brittany LOVED.  She was a daughter, a sister, an Auntie, and a cat mom, to one very spoiled cat (Mocha).  She was her dad and mom’s “Brittany Mayhoo” and came into this world with a fire in her soul and grace in her heart.  She adored her brother and sisters straight down to her bones and had an unmatched bond with her nieces and nephews.  When asked to describe Brittany, her family said she was dedicated, energetic, passionate, bright, organized, funny, sweet, observant, loving, happy, generous, colorful, and the biggest cheerleader to us all.

Brittany was preceded in death by her grandparents, George and Etta Janish, and Delbert and Naomi McMillan; her brother, David, her aunt, Julie; and her nieces, Haryper and Amelya.

Brittany will be deeply missed by her father, John; her mother, Pearl; her sisters, Jeannie (Clint), Ashley (Jordan), Crystal (Trejon), and Catherine; her twin brother, Brian (Jordyn); her nephews, Daelyn, Peyton, Graysen, and Baylor; her nieces, Alyna, Taryn, Hadley, Ava, and Evadyna; and a multitude of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Her impact has been engraved in our hearts; and while we know that we can no longer see her, she will be shopping right next to us, helping us pick out the perfect shade of rose gold; she will be right next to us celebrating our milestones for generations to come; and she will be right next to us with her own perfect seat in the bleachers, cheering us all on until we meet again.

November 9, 1936 ~ October 10, 2023

Barbara J. Peschong, 86, Brandon, SD, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at her home.

Visitation with family will begin at 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 17, 2023, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at Risen Savior Catholic Church, Brandon. Inurnment will follow at 2:30 p.m., at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Howard, SD.

Barbara Jean Thelen was born on November 9, 1936, in Howard, SD, to Joe and Lizzy (Lauer) Thelen. Barbara was the youngest of seven children. Her siblings, Joseph, Hubert, Zeta, Mercedes, Helen, and Millie, affectionately called her Bobbie Jean. Barbara attended Saint Agatha High School and then studied nursing at Presentation College, in Aberdeen and St. Joseph’s Hospital in Mitchell SD, where she graduated in 1957 as a Registered Nurse.

On December 28, 1957, Barbara married her high school sweetheart, Jim Peschong. Barbara and Jim had six children: Bradley, Christopher (1959), Jon, Laura (1962), Ann, and Mary. Jim’s career took the family first to Rapid City, SD, then to Sioux Falls, SD, and finally to Fargo, ND. Barbara was a full-time mother until the children were well on their way in school. Barbara’s training as a nurse and instincts as a mother were occasionally tested by one or two of her children, making it simply impossible to feign illness to avoid school. In 1972, while in Sioux Falls, Barbara and her dear friend, Illa Graphenteen, opened “Cottage Oak”, an antique reproduction store, which prospered under their ownership. When the family moved to Fargo, Barbara continued her nursing career at the Veteran’s Administration Hospital for a decade.

In retirement, Barbara and Jim made Brandon, SD, their home base, enjoying summers in the Ottertail Lake region of Minnesota. For 21 years straight, they journeyed south to warmer winters in New Braunfels, Texas. In Brandon, Barbara was one of the original members of “Young at Heart”, a program benefitting and celebrating the elderly at Risen Savior Catholic Church.

Barbara, a life-long devout Catholic, is survived by her husband of 66 years, Jim; her children, Bradley (Laura) Peschong, Brandon, SD, Jon Peschong (Tamara Holmlund), Olympia, WA, Ann (John) Ham, Fargo, ND, and Mary (Brian) Leach, Grand Forks, ND; her seven grandchildren, Andrew Peschong, Sioux Falls, SD, Emma (Mitchell) Younie, Tea, SD, Matthew (Sasha) Ham, Fargo, ND, Michael Ham, Madison, SD, Adam (Allison) Leach, Aberdeen, SD, Eric Leach, Grand Forks, ND, and Claire Leach, Grand Forks, ND; and three great-grandchildren, Baker, Mason, and Natalie.

Barbara is preceded in death by one son, Christopher; and one daughter, Laura; her parents, Joe and Lizzie Thelen; siblings, Joseph Thelen, Hubert Thelen, Zeta Thelen, Mercedes Pistole, Helen Sotz, and Millie Jansen.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Risen Savior Catholic Church, Brandon, SD.

November 4, 1932 ~ October 9, 2023

J. Dale Schroeder, 90, Mitchell, SD, passed away, Monday, October 9, 2023, at his home and surrounded by his family.

Visitation will begin at 5pm, Thursday, October 12, 2023, at Bittner Funeral Home, Mitchell, with a time of sharing at 6:30 and Rosary Service at 7pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30am, Friday, October 13, 2023, at St Mary’s of Mercy Catholic Church, in Alexandria, SD. Burial will follow with Military Honors.

John Dale Schroeder was born on November 4, 1932, in Alexandria, SD. to Chris and Margaret (Paweltzki) Schroeder. Dale enlisted in the U.S. Navy after graduating from high school. He served on the aircraft carrier USS CORAL SEA from 1953-1955, during the Korean War. On July 7, 1953, he married his high school sweetheart, Patricia Smith. To this union, three children were born: Mark, Lisa, and Stacey.

After returning home from the Military, Dale took over his father’s dairy herd and continued the family tradition of dairy farming. In 1965, he was named South Dakota’s Outstanding Young Farmer. In later years, he also took over his father’s Patz business; selling silo unloaders and dairy equipment. He also sold hoop barns for several different companies over the years. He sold his last hoop-barn at the age of 86.

Dale was an avid bowler and claimed several state titles while bowling on the local Elks bowling team. He was proud to lay claim to the fact that he hung around the Mitchell Bowling Ally for at least 70 years. Dale also had a love for children and could always find a way to get their attention and meet them on their level.

On May 14, 2014, Dale married Jeanette Cain Baas and inherited two more children, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. After 81 years of “farm-life”, he found “city-life” much to his liking; making his home in Mitchell, after his marriage.

Dale is survived by his wife, Jeanette Schroeder, Mitchell; his son, Mark (Dotty) Schroeder, Alexandria; two daughters, Lisa (Robert) Harrington, Sioux Falls, and Stacey (Stan) Graber, Sioux Falls; an additional daughter, Kallan Paulson, Mt. Vernon; thirteen grandchildren, Naomi (Chris) Long, Sarah (Cory) Powell, Jessica (Eric) Nebelsick, Luke (Amanda) Schroeder, Tara (Cory) Steffen, Nole (Sarah) Harrington, Christian Graber, Trinity (Logan) Harmelink, Yeshari Graber, Tyson (Erin) Paulson, Nicholas (Miranda) Paulson, Delayna (Charlie) Stellphlug, and Sean Baas; thirteen great-grandchildren, Addison Long, Avreigh Long, Tucker Long, Zach Powell, Elliot Powell, Troy Nebelsick, Myles Nebelsick, Chet Nebelsick, Raegan Schroeder, Porter Steffen, Wells Steffen, Graham Paulson, and Brooks Paulson; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins.

Dale was preceded in death by his first wife, Patricia Smith Schroeder; his parents, Chris and Margaret (Paweltzki) Schroeder; one daughter-in-law, Denise Schroeder; one son-in-law, Lynn Paulson; and one stepson, Kyle Baas.

November 20, 1969 ~ October 3, 2023

Roger R. Rose, 53, Huron, SD, peacefully succumbed to his battle with cancer on October 3, 2023, at his home. 

A Celebration of Life will be held at 5:30pm, Friday, October 13, 2023, at Lankota in Huron, SD. A private ceremony will be held later at the South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery in Sioux Falls, SD, with Military Honors.

Roger Ray Rose was born on November 20, 1969, to Francis and Mavis (Steiner) Rose in Redfield, SD. He was the youngest of six children. Roger graduated from Redfield High School in 1988. He enlisted as a Junior in High School, in the SD Army National Guard. He was deployed to Iraq from 2003 to 2005. After serving our Country for 24 years, Roger retired in March 2011. Roger worked at Lankota in Huron from 2010 until his passing. He was very proud of his work at Lankota as the Warehouse Foreman. He considered everyone there as family.

Roger was a social butterfly making friends everywhere he went. He was an avid sports fan cheering on the “Who Dat Nation”, the New Orleans Saints. He lived on the Golf Course every chance he got as well. He also enjoyed hunting and was part of the Veteran’s Hunt in 2020. Dennis Daugaard, Governor of the State of South Dakota, proclaimed March 5, 2011, as Sergeant Roger Ray Rose Day. His greatest joy was being a grandfather.

Roger was united in marriage to Tina Cunningham on April 4, 1992. To this union, they had two children. A daughter, Desirae, and a son, Hunter. Roger later was united in marriage to Becky Vander Plaats on September 19, 2023, until his passing a short fourteen days later.

Roger will be deeply missed by his wife, children, grandchildren, siblings, work family, extended family, and friends.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Becky Rose; children, Desirae (Max) Hartman, and Hunter Rose; siblings, Gerri (Bob) Schutte, Wayne (Deb) Rose, Jeff (Nancy) Rose, brother-in-law, Phillip Rogers; and five grandchildren, George and Otto Hartman, Oakley, Bentley, and Jersey Rose.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Mavis Rose; and siblings, Maxine Rogers, and Lonnie Rose.

August 25, 1975 ~ September 21, 2023

Jamie R. Lowe, 48, Sioux Falls, died unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, September 21, 2023.

Memorial Services will be held at 1pm, Friday, October 6, 2023, at Heartland Funeral Home, Brandon.

Jamie Rae Lowe was born on August 25, 1975, to Larry and Linda (Sinning) Lowe. He grew up in Sioux Falls, SD, and graduated from Washington High School, in May 1995. Jamie worked at various locations, ending up at Red Robins as a dishwasher in 2019. He enjoyed being outside and working on small engines.

Jamie, with Ruth Abernathy, welcomed a daughter, Ashley Schlenker, in July 2000, and later, a grandson, Dean Aiden, in 2022.

In his spare time, Jamie collected movies and Eagle memorabilia. When his nephews were around, he became a big kid, playing games and talking with them late into the night.

Jamie is survived by his daughter, Ashley Schlenker; grandson, Dean Aiden; grandmother, Unice Lowe; mother, Linda Lowe; sister, Amber (David) Gillen; nephews, Stefan, Trevor, and Chase Gillen; and numerous aunts and uncles. 

February 20, 1966 ~ September 20, 2023

On Wednesday, September 20, 2023, in Brandon, Jeffrey Dean Hamer, loving husband, father of three, son, brother, and grandpa passed away at the age of 57. 

Visitation with family will be 2-4pm, Sunday, September 24, 2023, at Brandon Lutheran Church, with a Prayer Service at 4pm. Funeral Services will resume at 10am, Monday, September 25, 2023, also at Brandon Lutheran. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Hendricks, MN, at 2pm.

Jeffrey Dean Hamer was born February 20, 1966, to Herbert & Donna (Hoff) Hamer in Hendricks, Minnesota. On June 21, 1986, he was united in marriage with Darla Pearson.  Jeff attended Alexandria Vo-Tech where he went to school to be a law enforcement officer, later joining the Nebraska State Patrol. Together they raised three children whom he adored greatly: Hope, Ashley, and Alexander. 

Jeff truly enjoyed life and believed it was all about family and showing care for others. He was a kind and gentle person who loved spending time with his family and friends.  His philosophy through life was to not dwell on negativity but to keep life simple and enjoy everything while he could. He had various roles in his life as a mechanic working on trucks, Nebraska State Trooper, and most recently, sales at Billion Automotive.  Jeff loved to tinker and spend time fixing up anything that he could. He was our favorite fix-it man helping any of us with anything we needed. He was teaching Bristol all his tricks over the last 2 years as they spent time together each day.  He and Darla bought a lake lot back in Hendricks where they loved to relax and spend time with friends and family. He would fish, and take the kids and grandkids swimming and boating, and Emma spent many days at the camper with just Grandpa and Grandma as his right-hand girl.  Jeff was so proud of his trees at the lake, he clipped branches from Lance & Ashley’s trees and he said they were the fastest-growing trees known to man everyone laughed when he told them this, but by gosh they grew so fast and everyone was amazed.  He recently was able to make a trip to the lake to see his trees since they had been planted and he was amazed at how big they were. Those things grew 20 feet in a year.  Jeff also loved to garden and he recently taught Alex how to garden. They grew one throughout the winter, which Alex continued to work on and they worked on right up until his final days. Ryder Dean loved Papa’s garden just as much and would always bring him anything and everything he could from the garden. He also spent many mornings at Blaine’s, the local gas station with Bristol drinking coffee and enjoying those he met and sitting outdoors just soaking up the peacefulness.  NASCAR was one of his favorite things and each year he, Darla & Rayleigh would go to a new race track.  Talya loved to tell Papa jokes and they would joke back and forth their latest was “Guess What? Picklebutt.”  He was a man of many things but most of all a family man. He was always making it a point to attend any family function and never miss anything going on.  His wife, children, and grandchildren were the light of his life and everyone who knew him could see that.  Jeff was a friend to many and loved by all he met no matter who you were he always made you feel welcome.  Just like everything Jeff did, he made sure that he got what he wanted his wishes were honored and he was able to pass peacefully at home surrounded by his immediate family.  

Jeff will be deeply missed by his wife of 37 years Darla Hamer; daughters, Hope (Dusty) Stultz, Brandon, Ashley (Lance) Richter, Renner; son, Alexander (Taylor Freeman), Brandon; five grandchildren, Rayleigh, Emma, Bristol, Talya, and Ryder Dean; mother Donna (Hamer) Thurow, Brandon; brother, Herbert Jr (Kathy) Hamer, Brandon; his two beloved dogs, Remi and Chaz; along with nieces and nephews, and an abundance of family and friends. 

Jeff is preceded in death by his dad, Herbert Hamer Sr.; brothers, Joel and Timothy; father-in-law, Kenneth Pearson; and step-dad, Eldon Thurow.

March 28, 1934 ~ September 20, 2023

Charles R. Schriver, 89, Valley Springs, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, after contacting West Nile, at the Avera McKennan Hospital.

Visitation will be 5-7pm, Thursday, September 28, 2023, at First Lutheran Church, Valley Springs. Memorial Services will begin at 10:30am, Friday, September 29, 2023, also at First Lutheran Church. Inurnment will follow at Pleasant View Cemetery, Valley Springs.

Charles Robert Schriver was born March 28, 1934, the only son of Charles E. and Bessie (Bergstrom) Schriver. He was born and educated in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.  After high school, he started trucking and later became a Green Beret in the Army.

Charles met Catherine Hayne and her ready-made family, marrying her on February 10, 1964.  He spent the majority of his life trucking and providing a living for his family.  He owned his own business, BWC Express. It was his pride and joy.

The Lord tried many times to call Charles home.  He had four plus heart attacks and four open heart surgeries.  He had congestive heart failure for many years. Charles had a riding lawn mower fall on him and in an unrelated incident he broke his hip.  During recovery with his hip, he contracted Covid and recovered.  He had cancer and true to form, he never gave up. 

Charles became a father to Frank L. Hayne, Robert R. Hayne, Trinda K. Hayne, Charles Schriver, and Charla Mehlbrech; grandfather to ten grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.

Charles is preceded in death by his wife, Catherine; one son, Frank Hayne, one grandchild, F. Jarrod Hayne; and his parents.

August 17, 1956 ~ September 18, 2023

On September 18, 2023, the world said goodbye to a remarkable man, Daniel Alan Stasica, known to many as Dan Farris, at Ava’s House in Sioux Falls, SD, after a valiant battle with cancer.

A public Celebration of Life will be 6pm, Saturday, October 14, 2023, at the SD Military Heritage Alliance (1600 W Russell St. Sioux Falls).

Born on August 17, 1955, in Minneapolis, MN, Dan was a larger-than-life personality, blending charisma with humor in a way that endeared him to all who knew him.

Dan was a blend of many worlds – a jokester with a contagious laugh, a pillar in the community with his larger-than-life presence, and a cherished public figure. Yet, for all the roles he played in public, it was in private where his depth truly shone. Recognizing that life’s essence lies in the relationships we build, he was a dedicated father, brother, son, and friend.

He leaves behind a legacy of love and memories for his daughter, Sadie Hayes Ragans of Tallahassee, FL; son, Luke Anthony Stasica of Portland, OR; brothers Bradley Stasica, of Rogers, MN, and Randy Stasica, of Brooklyn Center, MN; and grandchildren, Henry Lee Ragans and Eleanor Ann Ragans, of Tallahassee, FL.

Dan’s spirit will continue to be celebrated by all those who loved him, including his many devoted friends who were by his side until the very end.

Though the world is a bit dimmer without his spirit, we celebrate the richness of a life well-lived.

Tribute to Dan by Trav Jacobs

With Black & Mild smoke in the air, we talked about how long we thought people remember you after you’re gone. Knowing his time here was nearing the end Dan Farris said “ I hate to put this on you T-Dog but I’d like you to write some kind of Eulogy thing to let people know when I’m gone” He called me T-Dog and also christened me with the nickname Love Shack.  I called him DanielSon and I’ve admired his genius, quickness, and talent since I was a kid. Dan, in his words, loved “how beautiful and nasty” his jet-black Ford Mustangs were. I went home and wrote him this poem. I hated knowing the day would come soon that I would have to post it. Today is that day.

If a black Mustang was a man
That would be my friend Dan
Sleek & Seen
Loud
Sharp
Fast
Quick
Every interaction memorable
Not afraid to leave an impression or tire marks
All rules and regulations are optional
And a laugh that always roared like a Ford
There’s nothing more honest on the earth than a man that says everything
There’s no guessing where they stand
You always knew that about Dan
No sugar coating, teeter-tottering or softening
Always shooting straight from the mind, heart, and hip
A courageous and honorable way to live
Living from the heart
When we leave this planet, and we all will
I’m not sure how many years they remember our names
But I am sure of a couple of things
Laughter lives on
Love lives on
These things echo endlessly around the world through the people we loved and laughed with
It carries on forever
If you know Dan then you know how he loves his family more than anything on this earth
You also know his talent is out of this world
He probably gave you at least one nickname
And you always knew he was in your corner whenever you needed him  
Life is hard, and brutal at times
It can change a person in a lot of ways
It can wear down the spirit and erode away the desire to keep going through the pain
Viktor Frankel said “Humor is one of the soul’s greatest weapons”
God gifted Dan with a warehouse full of weaponry and Dan used every single bullet
Dan is undefeated in this arena
Like a boxer that went 15 championship rounds in the ring and still had a smile on his face and found ways to keep putting smiles on ours
Couldn’t be more proud of him
I will always share stories about him
Look forward to the day we all get to see him again
Love you DanielSon
Thank you for laughing and loving so many of us and doing it in your original, authentic, and wonderful “one-of-a-kind” kinda way
PS: Dan wanted to sign off with these words: “Thanks for the ride, I truly do love you all”…….

August 3, 1956 ~ September 13, 2023

Nancy W. Arneson, 67, Sioux Falls, died Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at Ava’s House in Sioux Falls, SD. She was surrounded by friends, family, and love.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2pm, Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at Heartland Funeral Home. A Go Fund Link has been made to assist the family. https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid02sLJHL1mTwtt1gi3d3uZBmB7P3senmoP4oMs6RbqdUbCkziBVuRaNC53RSghGm3Bil&id=657962447&mibextid=qC1gEa

Nancy Wynette Arneson was born August 3, 1956, to Marlin and Marguerite Arneson. She had one younger brother, David Arneson. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1976. Nancy had one child, Sara Arneson, also in 1976.

Nancy worked for John Morell, CSD Relay, and was the photo specialist at Walgreens when she retired. Nancy enjoyed many things but animals mostly. She even had a pet hospital as a little girl for the birds, squirrels, or anything else that needed help. She loved music. Janis Joplin was one of her favorites along with Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, and many others. Nancy also enjoyed rolling Argus Leader papers for a few carriers. She did this for several years after retirement.

Nancy will be deeply missed by her daughter, Sara (Jennifer) Arneson; grandsons, Anthony Ballard and Jordan Ford; her brother, David, all from Sioux Falls; and her kitties, Sweetheart and Garfield.  

Nancy is preceded in death by her parents, Marlin and Marguerite; aunts and uncle, Alice, Clara, and Lester Arneson; several niece and nephews; and her pets, Kitty Roo, Kia Kitty, Papa, Scruffy, and Lil Bit.