May 11, 1973 – October 31, 2025

Jennifer L. Wixon passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025, at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD, surrounded by love, family, and friends who adored her.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, November 6th from 5–7pm at Heartland Funeral Home, Brandon, SD. Family and friends are invited to gather, share stories, and remember Jennifer in the way she would have loved most — with laughter, good company, and maybe just a little friendly competition. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Sioux Falls Humane Society.

Jennifer Lee Wixon was born on May 11, 1973, in Brookings, SD. She was the oldest child of Terry and Randi Wixon. Her early years took her from Brookings to St. Louis, then Pierre — where her three younger siblings joined the family — to Kansas City, and finally to Brandon, SD, just in time for high school. It was there she met her lifelong best friend, Shanna, on day one of new student orientation.

Jennifer played varsity volleyball at Brandon Valley High School and graduated in 1991. She spent her adult life doing what she did best — connecting with people. She worked a variety of jobs, often in human resources or training, where her friendly personality and sense of humor made her a natural fit. She was also a longtime employee of Stubbies, where she collected an entire extended family of friends.

Jennifer made people feel at ease anywhere she went. She was always the first to offer whatever she had — or to start rattling off the latest shenanigans that made her chronically late to everything she ever attended.

Jennifer was the kind of person who, after a funeral, could lift the mood by picking up a baby cousin and saying, “Look at these chubby dimpled thighs… just like your Aunt Jennifer’s.” The kind of friend who’d help you fix your hair in the bathroom — and then coat it with at least a dozen layers of hairspray for good measure.

Jennifer was the kind of mom who bought every last box of your Girl Scout cookies the night before the deadline, who helped you pick out outfits and then borrowed them later, and who never quite got over the jelly shoes that were stolen from the 26th Street McDonald’s play place. (And if she could add one message here, it would be: to whoever took those jelly shoes — you’d better watch out.)

Jennifer was also the mom cheering a little too loudly in the bleachers — the one shouting, “He’s just a little baby that didn’t do anything!” when a foul was called on one of her six-foot-tall “babies.” She went all out on graduation open houses, complete with farmhouse lanterns and greenery, because “it’s not even that much, and I still have more boxes of decorations in the car.” She always bought double the birthday gifts for her boys “so no one felt left out,” even when they were well into their teens. And despite promising “this is the last time,” she replaced every Nintendo DS that met its untimely end — whether it was eaten by a dog, buried in sand, or chewed up by the snowblower.

Jennifer was deeply competitive, whether it was a Christmas Bingo game or one of the many sporting events of her two athletic boys. Following and cheering them on was one of the greatest joys of her life — and everyone around her knew it. Her enthusiasm, her shouts from the stands, and her fierce pride in her kids will be remembered forever.

Jennifer was beautiful inside and out, known for her radiant smile and sense of style. She loved getting her hair and nails done, always put together and fashionable, no matter the occasion. She had a soft spot for animals, especially her four beloved dogs, and shared many happy years with her long-term partner, Chris, enjoying time at Lake Mary with their children.

Jennifer was a loyal Kansas City Royals fan from her childhood in Missouri and never stopped rooting for them — or for the people she loved.

Jennifer will be deeply missed by her children, Brittany (James) Raymer, Tyree Nave, and Tayden Nave; her parents, Terry and Randi Wixon; her siblings, Krista (Scott) Dubbe, Angie (Mathew) Sewell, and Andrew (Amanda) Wixon; her long-term partner, Chris Ostby and his daughters, Cienna Ostby and Alyssa Ostby; and her nieces and nephews, who adored their fun Aunt Jennifer. Jennifer also leaves behind extended family and countless friends, especially bestie, Shanna Gramm, who will never forget her quick wit, warmth, beautiful smile, and unstoppable spirit.

Jennifer will be remembered exactly as she was — mischievous, funny, fashionable, fiercely loving, and deeply human. And that’s exactly how she’d want it.

September 30, 1932 ~ October 12, 2025

Leland A.V. Paulson, 93, George, IA, was called to his Heavenly Home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday night, October 12, 2025, at the Good Samaritan Home, in George, IA.

Visitation will be at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Tabernacle Baptist Church, George, IA.  Funeral Services will begin at 11:00 a.m., followed by interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Sioux Falls, SD. The Funeral Service will be available to be viewed by livestream. To watch from the TBC website, click HERE. To watch from Youtube, click HERE.

Leland Arvid Earl Paulson was born on September 30, 1932, in Sioux Falls, SD to Earl and Gladys (Tilleskjor) Paulson. Leland grew up in Sioux Falls during his growing up years and into young adulthood giving his life to Jesus Christ at a young age. His mother was a Bible College teacher which impacted his own life, increasing his interest in the Bible. Leland was a gifted musician, playing the vibraharp, upright string bass, and the piano, as well as singing tenor in the choir. In his late teens, he was asked to lead congregational worship in the church services. It was at church that Leland met Mary Louise Synhorst. She was a versatile musician playing the piano and organ as well as singing soprano beautifully. It was in their late teens after graduating from high school, that they both began studies in the Christian Workers Institute in Sioux Falls, SD.

Leland and Mary Lou were married on July 27, 1953. Leland served as a church radio broadcaster, song leader and teacher, while Mary Lou served as the church secretary. While at a pastors’ conference in 1959, Leland met the Director of Studies at a Bible College in Chicago. He was asked to consider going to Chicago to join the teaching staff at Chicago Bible College. Leland and Mary Lou prayed about this opportunity and Leland accepted. That fall began a rewarding 23 years of Christian educational teaching and mentoring. In the early 1980’s, Leland served as Pastor of Duluth Gospel Tabernacle for 9 years. He then served as interim pastor in various churches as needed before retiring to George, IA in the early 2000’s. Following Mary Lou’s passing in October of 2021, Leland moved to the Good Samaritan Society in George, IA. Over the last several years, Leland’s health began to fail.

Leland will be greatly missed by his three children, Orlan (Rosa) Paulson, Fort Worth, TX, LeAnn Riveness, Mt. Prospect, IL, and John Paulson, Superior, WI; brother, Larry (Judy) Paulson, Edgerton, MN; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and many dear friends. 

November 20, 1947 ~ October 11, 2025

Gregory “Greg” M. Johnson, 77, Sioux Falls, SD, formerly of Brandon, SD, died Saturday, October 11, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family.

Join Greg’s family for a Celebration of Life Open House from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Heartland Funeral Home, in Brandon, SD. A Time of Sharing will be held at 6:00 p.m. To honor Greg’s memory, please wear any fine jewelry that you may have acquired from Greg, especially the pieces he custom made. 

Gregory “Greg” Mark Johnson was born on November 20, 1947, to Leland and Marion (Jungk) Johnson in Sioux Falls, SD. In ‘58, the family moved to Brandon where Greg received his education. Greg married Gladys De Groot on May 22, 1971; to this union, daughter Joy and son Mark were born. 

Greg’s 56-year career in the fine jewelry industry began at Zales Jewelers in the fall of 1969, while shopping for an engagement ring for Gladys. At Zales, Greg rose to regional manager with 18 stores throughout the Midwest. In ’82, Greg owned and operated Artcarved Jewelry, his first store, in Sioux Falls. In ‘87, Greg founded Johnson Jewelers in Brookings, SD; stores in Ames, IA and Madison, SD followed. Greg possessed a keen eye for fine diamonds and precious metals, and he knew his industry. Greg loved to guide his clients to find the perfect engagement ring, anniversary band, or other heirloom pieces to celebrate and memorialize life’s most important milestones and moments. Greg felt privileged to be a part of helping couples select their wedding rings. Greg’s bridal customers frequently became friends who invited him to their social events and weddings. 

Greg was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed fishing trips with neighbors and friends to Lake Athapapuskow in Flin Flon, Manitoba. Greg’s passion for pheasant hunting was nurtured by his favorite great uncle Rudy Offt, who took him and brother Matt hunting every fall when they were children. Greg looked forward to and never missed a year of pheasant hunting at a farm in Howard, SD. Greg was happiest wearing blaze orange with a shotgun in hand. We take comfort knowing Greg is walking the fields in heaven with his dogs Pal, Queenie, and Bojangles. 

Family traditions and holidays were very important to Greg, especially Christmas. Greg artfully trimmed his stores for the holidays and his flare for decorating carried over to his home with an abundance of C-9 Christmas lights punctuating every pitch of the roof and weaved throughout the shrubs.  

Greg lovingly cared for any critter that visited or called his yard home. He fed birds of all types, squirrels, rabbits, and deer. Greg was especially proud of a rare albino robin that nested in his apple trees for many years. Weekly errands included a stop at the grain elevator to pick up bags of cracked corn for the deer. 

Left to cherish Greg’s memory are his wife, Sandy; daughter, Joy Johnson, Esq. (Reed Dill, D.D.S.), Zimmerman, MN; son, Mark (Margaret) Johnson, Phoenix, AZ; grandchildren, Claire, Hannah and Ava Johnson; stepchildren, Hannah Herman, Minneapolis, MN, and Eugene Nelms, Ft. Lauderdale, FL; brother, Gary (Marlene) Matthew Johnson, Scottsdale, AZ; and numerous other family and friends.

Greg’s parents and former wife, Gladys De Groot-Johnson preceded him to eternity. 

September 3, 1956 ~ August 29, 2025

Nancy L. Gage, 68, Sioux Falls, died Friday, August 29, 2025, at Sanford USD Medical Center, from sudden and unexpected health reasons.

Visitation will be 4:30pm ~ 6:30pm, Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Messiah New Hope Lutheran Church (5001 E. Madison St., Sioux Falls, SD). Memorial Services will begin at 6:30pm. 

Nancy Lynn Star was born in Corsica, SD, to Donald and Henrietta (Dyk) Star. Nancy graduated from Corsica High School in 1974. She had a remarkable gift for making everyone feel cared for and loved—whether as a devoted mother and Nana, a cherished neighbor, or a friend whose kindness touched countless lives.

Nancy attended Nettleton College, where she trained as a medical assistant. Though her own health prevented her from pursuing that career for long, she never stopped caring for others, earning the love and admiration of many as the neighborhood mom. She loved making cards and other crafts, baking bread, camping, and most of all, being the very best Nana to her grandson, Truman. Her faith was a guiding light in her life, and she was an active member of Messiah New Hope Church in Sioux Falls, where she and her husband, Steve, served on the church building committee.

Nancy died while enjoying one of her favorite activities—camping with friends—surrounded by the joy and laughter she so often brought to others.

Nancy will be deeply missed by her husband, Steven Gage; her son, Eric (Holly) Gage, Sioux Falls; one grandson, Truman Gage; her brothers, Harlan (Joyce) Star, and Dale (Lisa) Star; and one sister, Ione Bendt.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Henrietta (Dyk) Star.

Nancy’s life touched countless people with her love, warmth, and generosity. She will be deeply missed, but her spirit, kindness, and devotion to family will live on in all who knew her.

December 26, 1925 ~ August 1, 2025

Geraldine “Gerri” R. Sutton-Inglett, 99, Sherman, SD, passed away Friday, August 1, 2025, at her home.

A Celebration of Life for Geraldine is set for Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 5-7pm, at Heartland Funeral Home. Inurnment will be in Michigan at a later date.

Geraldine “Gerri” Ruth Schlarb was born December 26, 1925, to parents, Harvey and Dorcus (Parcell) Schlarb in northern Indiana, where she attended and graduated from high school.

Geraldine married Levi Sutton, and they had two sons: Larry and Robert. They moved to Arkansas after Levi’s retirement and lived there until his death. Gerri then married Virgil Inglett, and they lived in Arkansas until moving to Canton, SD, in 1993. They then relocated to Sherman, SD.

Gerri is survived by her sons; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Gerri was preceded in death by two husbands, Levi Sutton and Virgil Inglett; her parents, Harvey and Dorcus; and siblings, Paul, Robert, and Loa.

March 29, 1942 – June 21, 2025

With heavy hearts but joyful memories, we announce the passing of Sandra “Sandy” Renee Duncan, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, partner, and friend, who left this world with the same grace, grit, and sparkle that she brought to every moment of her 83 remarkable years.

A visitation with family will begin at 12:00 Noon on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at Heartland Funeral Home, with a short service beginning at 1:30pm. Burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery, Egan, SD. In honor of Sandy, the family requests that everyone attending wear something bright, patterned, or festive (in great Sandy fashion). To view the live stream of the service click here.

Her spirit was wild and untamed, the kind you couldn’t bottle up if you tried. Nowhere did that spirit shine brighter than in Nashville, her favorite getaway, where she could be found two-stepping down Broadway with a spark in her eye and country music in her soul. She didn’t just visit places—she left a mark on them, turning every trip into a story and every dance into a memory. Sandy had a way of living that made you want to turn the radio up, roll the windows down, and savor the ride.

In a world that often takes itself too seriously, Sandy was a reminder that life is a dance, music is the melody, and love is the rhythm. Her smile could light up the darkest of rooms, and her stories—full of wisdom, humor, and a little sparkle—left everyone richer for having heard them.

She was the embodiment of living life to the fullest, a woman who turned ordinary days into adventures and strangers into lifelong friends. Family was her greatest treasure, and she gave her a legacy of warmth, resilience, and an ever-ready invitation to the dance floor.

To carry on her spirit are her youngest son, Troy (Arnell) Duncan; her sister, Terri (Dennis) Jones and their children, Nicole (Kyle) Baker and Devon Jones; brother-in-law, Gary (Judy) Catron and their children, Darren Derdall, and Travis Catron; the joys of her life—her grandchildren, Hunter and Elizabeth Duncan; and the absolute love of her life, Michael Dunkelberger; along with too many family and friends to mention—whom she will now watch over with eternal love and pride.

Sandy was preceded in death by her oldest son, Todd; her parents, Manual Silva (father), Berdyne Hendry (mother), and Darrall Hendry (stepfather); sister, Judy Catron; and her favorite dog, Toby—each of whom she loved deeply and carried with her always.

So, as we bid farewell to Sandra “Sandy” Duncan, let’s not say goodbye. Instead, let’s find a dance floor, cue up some Elvis or Willie on the jukebox, and dance in her honor. Let’s cheer a little louder for our teams, embrace our loved ones a little tighter, and live each day with the adventurous spirit of a woman who knew how to make the most of the music of life.

Rest in peace, dear Sandy. Thank you for the joy, the rhythm, and the light you brought to all of us. Your song will play on in our hearts forever.

May 15, 1947 ~ April 18, 2025

Arlen “Dutch” G. Te Slaa, 77, of Sioux Falls, died peacefully Friday, April 18, 2025, surrounded by his family, at the Dougherty Hospice Home in Sioux Falls.

A Graduation of Life will be 11am, Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Zion Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls, with family visitation beginning at 9am. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the Zion Lutheran Foundation.

Dutch’s Graduation of Life may be viewed live by clicking HERE.

Arlen “Dutch” Gary Te Slaa was the fifth child born to Gerrit and Gertrude (Van Marel) Te Slaa at Hull, IA, on May 15, 1947.  He grew up on the family farm southeast of Hull and attended elementary school in a one-room schoolhouse, Capel # 4, located about 1.5 miles from the farm.  From the seventh grade on, he attended school in Sioux Center, IA. Arlen graduated from high school in May of 1965.  After not finding anything of interest at Northwestern College, he started his first job in the sales field, selling Wear-Ever cookware, in June of 1966. He worked with Wear-Ever for 11 years. Arlen continued in the sales profession until his retirement on May 31, 2021.  It was in these early days of his selling career that he was given the nickname of “Dutch”.

On April 27, 1968, Dutch married the love of his life, Carol Diane Horton.  This union was blessed by three children: Eric, Katrina, and Andrew.  Eric married Kattie Lail, and two boys, Miloh and Beck, were added to the family.  Katrina married Scott Anderson and gave them their first grandchild, Jake.  Andrew married Megan Lozano and their only granddaughter, Nina, resulted from that union.  In the 56 years since their marriage, nothing has given them more pride and satisfaction than their children and grandchildren.

In the working years after Wear-Ever, Dutch spent 22 years in the automobile business. He started and built a satellite television company, and he worked as a Territorial Manager for the National Federation of Independent Business. The position that gave him the most satisfaction was a ministry he helped start called Main Street Living.  He was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls and participated in many of their programs throughout the years.

Dutch will be deeply missed by his wife, Carol; son, Eric (Kattie) Te Slaa, Sioux Falls, daughter, Katrina (Scott) Anderson, Sioux Falls, and son, Andrew (Megan) Te Slaa, Ft. Collins, CO; four grandchildren, Miloh and Beck Te Slaa, Jacob Anderson, and Nina Te Slaa; he was also grateful for his brothers, Cleo, Hull IA, and Norm (Cathy), Lakewood, CO; sisters, Dee (Clarence) Gorter, Sioux Falls, SD, and Sharon (Marv) Winkel, George, IA; brothers-in-law, Bruce Horton, Klamath Falls, OR, Terry (Jill) Horton, Canton, SD, and Kip Horton; sister in law, Jody (Terry) Leibel, Pierre, SD; and dozens of nieces and nephews from all over the United States, many who address him as “Uncle Dutch”.

Dutch was preceded in death by his parents, Gerrit and Gertrude Te Slaa; his brother and wife, Howard and Gertrude Te Slaa; and a sister-in-law, Joyce Te Slaa. his mother-in-law, Donna Drey, and fathers-in-law, Kenneth Drey and Howard Horton.

“For the Lord Himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first.  After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air.  And so, we will be with the Lord forever.” (1 Thessalonians 4:15-17).

November 28, 1946 ~ April 6, 2025

Thomas W. Szalat, 78, Brandon, SD, died Sunday, April 6, 2025, at his home from recent medical issues. No services are planned at this time.  Please check back for further updates.

May 16, 1961 ~ March 27, 2025

Joseph W. Sandoval, 63, Brandon, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025, surrounded by his family.

A Celebration of Life for Joe will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Heartland Funeral Home, Brandon, SD. If we are blessed with your presence at Joe’s Celebration of Life, and in honor of Joe’s love for music, please dress in music/band attire – ‘no country music references allowed’. In lieu of flowers, please take an opportunity to spend time in the dirt or invest in your local seed bank or a community garden. Spend a day listening to music of the classic rock genre and think of how Joe would be sitting next to you, playing the air guitar. Donations can also be directed to the Brandon Food Pantry at 406 Main, PO Box 712, Brandon, SD, 57005, 605-582-7001, as they will miss the produce that Joe so willingly shared with them for many years.

You may view the service via livestream by clicking HERE.

Joseph “Joe” W. Sandoval was born to Joseph M.A. Sandoval and Gail (Gerry) Sandoval in Sioux Falls, SD on May 16, 1961.  Joe spent his early childhood years in the Sioux Falls, SD and Salem, SD areas before their family moved to Evansville, IN.  Joe lived in Indiana until graduating from high school and then decided it was time to ‘come back home’ to South Dakota.  Upon arrival in South Dakota, Joe wished to follow in his parent’s footsteps and attempted to join the Navy.  Much to his dismay, the Navy declined his admission, as well as every other branch of the military he contacted.  Since there were no active conflicts at that time, each branch of the service told him the same thing, “He was too tall and everything would have to be specially made for him”; and so, his military vision came to an end.

For anyone that knows Joe, knows that music was a deep passion of his.  If a song was playing, he would instantly ask, ‘who is this?’  Before you even knew it, your knowledge of music was being tested and a lesson in music would soon follow. Joe’s response would always be the name of the artist, the album in which the song was released, which side of the album the song played on, the numbered order on the album, the year it was released and any/all other information pertinent to the band/band members that had occurred since inception.  Joe and Louise enjoyed attending concerts and there were many long weekends traveling to see those concerts.

Gardening was also one of Joe’s deepest joys and he spent as much time as he could in the garden each year at the acreage of dear friends, Harvey and Teresa Freeman, who made his gardening dream come true for many years.  Joe was always so grateful to them and their generosity and considered them as a brother/sister.  Each year the garden was going to be “downsized” only to find out when everything was planted, it was bigger than the year before.  Gardening was Joe’s therapy and it was a normal day for Joe to spend 10-12 hours playing in the dirt, being in the bright sunshine with his music blasting.  When the day was over, he was always ready the next morning to do it all again.

Joe’s gardening was a neighborhood effort.  He collected everyone’s grass clippings in the summer and leaves in the fall as mulch for his garden. In return for taking away their yard waste, the neighbors were “required” to share in Joe’s bountiful harvest in the fall.  Many tried to pay Joe for his produce, but he refused saying, “I love to do this, and I don’t want it going to waste.”  By the end of the growing season, the neighbors had their fill of veggies for the year, and Joe then gave generously to the food pantry in town and supplied a local restaurant with many pounds of produce each fall.  If you lived nearby or walked past Joe’s house in the fall, you would often smell onions dehydrating in the garage, or the scent of salsa and tomatoes in the air as that was Joe’s busy canning season. When gardening was done in the fall and the canning finished for the year, it was time to start plotting next year’s garden and would start the next season’s seeds after the first of the year. There was never an idle moment when it came to gardening.  Joe enjoyed planting something new each year; there were very few vegetables that Joe didn’t try to grow.  He spent many hours watching videos and learning new/different ways of gardening. Many Sunday afternoons in the fall were spent watching football, cleaning black beans, and making salsa.  The last few years, Joe also made pasta sauce for his grandkids, which they proudly labeled “Papa’s Pasta Sauce”.

Joe worked in the trucking industry numerous years throughout his career and was actively involved in the South Dakota Trucking Association.  Joe took great pride in being part of that organization and was most recently awarded a Lifetime Achievement award from the SDTA.  Joe was also awarded Safety Director of the Year in 2009.  Joe retired in February 2024 and was able to spend the better part of last year dedicated to his garden.

To know Joe, was to love him – he has always been a gentle giant, willing to help out anyone in need and listen when you needed an ear.  We are all better for the impact he has had on our lives and it will be difficult trying to carry on without him.  Joe’s family, his children and grandchildren were his pride and joy.  Any day that he could talk to or see any one of them, made his day and put a smile on his face. 

To cherish his life and the many years of memories, Joe leaves behind his wife, Louise (Rostyne) Sandoval; daughter, Alison (Van) Lane, Omaha, NE; son, Joseph N. Sandoval, Sioux Falls, SD; grandchildren Madison Lane and Jett Lane; sisters, Rebecca Sandoval, Medford OR, and Terry (Tony) Winkler, Evansville, IN; brother, Tom Sandoval, New Harmony, IN; aunts, Carol Wilcox, Sioux Falls, SD, and Harriett (Ken) Kutter, Sioux Falls, SD; special friends, Harvey and Teresa Freeman; and numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph M.A. Sandoval and Gail Sandoval; a sister, Patty Sandoval; both sets of grandparents; and special friend, Bernice Christopherson. Thank you to so many that have helped us through this trying time in our lives.  We truly have been very blessed with so many friends and family surrounding us with love and stories of Joe’s life. Joe’s wishes for his final resting place include his beloved garden that he cared for and loved for so many years, and one of his favorite hunting areas – Thunder Creek Pheasant Ranch in western South Dakota.

July 24, 1946 ~ February 18, 2025

Deacon Henry Joseph Knapp, 78, of Sioux Falls, died peacefully, on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at Avera McKennan Hospital, with his family gathered around him. He was a committed, dedicated, and faithful Catholic husband, father, grandfather, friend, and deacon. Henry was always anxious to help people appreciate the real presence of Jesus in their lives. He sincerely tried to serve the Lord well in attempting to serve His people well.

Visitation will begin at 4pm, Thursday, February 20, 2025, at the Church of St. Mary Immaculate Heart, Sioux Falls, with a Prayer Service at 5:30pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 4pm, Friday, February 21, 2025, also at the Church of St. Mary.

Henry was raised in Highland Falls, NY. After attending Catholic elementary school, high school, and college, Henry worked in the electric utility industry as an employee or consultant for some 40 years. Henry was a licensed professional engineer and occupied many responsible positions in the industry. He was ordained a deacon at the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Sioux Falls by Bishop Paul Anderson on January 26, 1985. Henry ministered as a deacon at the Church of St. Mary in Sioux Falls and in various other areas outside the parish.

Henry will be deeply missed by his beloved wife, Christine, whom he married on November 30, 1968, at St. Joseph Church, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY; his son, Michael (Catherine); his daughter, Jennifer (Reynaldo) Gonzales; four grandchildren, Noah Knapp, Gabriel Gonzales, Rachel Knapp, and Jacob Gonzales; two brothers, Robert (Linda) Knapp and George (Barbara) Knapp; and several nieces and nephews.

Henry was preceded in death by his parents, Anna and Henry Knapp; and his many aunts and uncles.