September 22, 1953 ~ October 16, 2024

Charles “Chuck” E. Reiffenberger, 71, Brandon, SD, was called to his heavenly home on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Dougherty Hospice House in Sioux Falls, SD.

A Visitation for Chuck will be held at the Heartland Funeral Home, Brandon, SD on Sunday, October 20, 2024, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Monday, October 21, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at Blessed Redeemer Lutheran Church, Brandon.  Interment will follow at the Brandon Cemetery, Brandon, SD.

Charles “Chuck” Elmer Reiffenberger was born on September 22, 1953, in Madison, MN, to Norbert and Leona (Vortherms) Reiffenberger. He was baptized on September 27, 1953, by Father Odilo Burkhardt at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rosen, MN, where he was also confirmed on March 14, 1965. He grew up on a farm near Rosen, MN, where he participated in all farming activities, including harvesting cucumbers from the dreaded “pickle patch.” Always the prankster, he was involved in many childhood adventures, like wrapping Leo and Karen in blankets and rolling them down the steps. He graduated from Bellingham, Minnesota High School.   

Following his graduation from high school, he began his career in construction at the Big Stone Power Plant. He also worked briefly at Green Giant in Glencoe, MN, and Lester’s Inc. in Lester Prairie, MN, before moving to Madison, MN. He was employed as a carpenter for Great Plains for 5 years before he and Bill Skold began a construction partnership in 1983. Chuck continued as a contractor for another 10 years after Bill’s retirement in 2006. He looked forward to going to work every day and completing every aspect of the building process.

Chuck met Korinne Reil at a wedding dance in 1975. They were married on June 18, 1977, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Corona, SD. This union was blessed with three children: Cody, Chad, and Sherry. They lived in Madison, MN, until 2017, when they moved to Brandon, SD.

As a young man, Chuck enjoyed playing softball, bowling, fishing, and hunting deer and pheasants. He was an EMT with the Madison Ambulance crew for 22 years. He was confirmed on February 20, 1977, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Corona, SD, by Pastor Dennis Brech. He served as a church Trustee and Usher for many years. His greatest happiness was becoming a dad and grandpa.

He is survived by his wife, Korinne; children, Cody (Kristin), Brandon, SD, Chad (Stefanie), Brandon, SD, and Sherry (Donnie) Miller, Sioux Falls, SD; seven grandchildren, Alexa and William Miller, Hadley, and Hazel Reiffenberger, and Boston, Beckham, and Braylee Reiffenberger; brothers, Roger Reiffenberger, and Leo (Lisa) Reiffenberger; three sisters, Dolores (Tom) Kirchberg, Mary (Gene) Koosmann, and Karen (Bruce) Rudd; sister-in-law, Joan Reiffenberger; as well as many nieces, nephews, friends, and relatives.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, Norbert & Leona Reiffenberger; brothers, Joseph and Donald Reiffenberger; sister-in-law, Darlene Reiffenberger; and niece, Noelle Koosmann.

March 8, 1950 ~ October 13, 2024

Charles “Charlie” R. Lopas, 74, Sioux Falls, SD, died Sunday, October 13, 2024, at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in his hometown of Hartford, WI.

Charles “Charlie” Roy Lopas was born in Wisconsin on March 8, 1950, to Leroy and Nona (Eggers) Lopas.

Charlie retired from 32 years of teaching in Kenosha, WI, and moved to Sioux Falls, SD, with his wife, Sandra, to be near their daughter’s family. Charles delighted in his role as “Boompa”. He enjoyed anything to do with his grandchildren which included tea parties, sporting events, and learning what a “Sponge Bob” was.

Charlie loved playing music with the many musicians he met in Sioux Falls. Whether it was rock and roll, or Sunday morning Praise Teams, he was ready to play guitar, keyboard, harmonica, or tuba! He was sorry for missing the Wednesday morning breakfast club and always hoped they would have changed it to lunchtime.

Charlie left this world in peace and love for his family and friends and the wonderful clergy who supported him on his journey.

Charlie is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sandra (Pocius); daughter, Tracy (Chris) Rossing; son, Jason; grandson, Erik Rossing; granddaughters, Elise Rossing and Annabelle Rossing; brothers, Larry (Carol) Lopas and Scott Lopas; brother-in-law, Douglas (Connie) Pocius; many nieces and nephews, and many friends; and his dog, Riki.

Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, Leroy and Nona Lopas; grandfather, Clarence Eggers; and nephew, Steven Pocius.

February 24, 1968 ~ September 30, 2024

Thomas E. Moscrop, 56, Sioux Falls, SD, passed away from cancer on Monday, September 30, 2024, at his home in Sioux Falls, SD, surrounded by his loved ones.

A Celebration of Life is Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 2:00pm, at the American Legion in Pipestone, MN.

Thomas Edward Moscrop was born on February 24, 1968, in San Gabriel, California, to William and Nancy (Cvengros) Moscrop. He lived in various California cities until he moved to Fontana, CA, with his father at the age of 13. He attended Fontana High School.

Tom played water polo and football in school. His favorite childhood memories were camping and boating on the Colorado River and Lake Mohave with his dad, stepmom Shari, and other family and friends. Tom also enjoyed riding motorcycles, finding deals at various places, and having his vendor spots in California.

Tom worked for his father’s company, Glenco Steel, from 1989 to 2008 as a welder and in many other capacities. He then joined La Palma Fine Arts in Los Angeles in 2008, where he helped erect 60-foot sculptures. Some of the projects he worked on include Molecule Man in Council Bluffs, IA, Digital Man in San Francisco, CA, and Walking to the Sky in Korea. Tom then worked with Modular Wind Energy from 2009 to 2014, and International Wind, starting in 2014, and did blade inspections and repairs.

While traveling for International Wind, Tom met the love of his life, Lesley, in Pipestone, MN. They lived together for 11 years, until his passing. Tom loved the slow pace and friendly people of the Pipestone area, and Minnesota in general. He often referred to Pipestone as “Mayberry”.

Tom worked in Pipestone for five years for Evans Drainage and Tile, where he made life-long friends with the Evans family and his co-workers. He then worked for Truss Pros until his passing, again making many life-long friends. While in Minnesota, Tom enjoyed taking the pontoon to the lake with family and friends and going to the Legion after work for pull tabs and socializing, where he made many close friends.

Tom was a huge animal lover. He loved all kinds of animals. He and Lesley had four dogs and fostered many puppies over the past few years. They enjoyed many trips to Florida together. Tom accepted everyone for who they were, regardless of their status, rich or poor, and he made friends wherever he went. He would always go out of his way to make anyone who stopped in for a visit feel welcome. Tom was extremely proud of his beautiful and hardworking daughter, Mckenzie.

Tom is survived by his significant other and love of his life, Lesley Schoonhoven; his daughter, Mckenzie Eaves (Jacksonville, FL); his stepmother, Shari Moscrop (Bullhead City, AZ); two brothers, Darren (Noemi) Moscrop (Fontana, CA), and Ryan (Bullhead City, AZ); two sisters, Tami (Cushing, OK), and Tanya (Grand Forks, ND); and nephew, William Moscrop.

Tom was preceded in death by his father, William Moscrop; and his mother, Nancy Knowles.