Mytrice Ann Jellis
July 16, 1934 ~ March 5, 2026
Myrtice A. Jellis, 91, of Sioux Falls, SD, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, at Alcester Care and Rehab Center in Alcester, SD.
A Committal service and burial will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Hills of Rest Cemetery in Sioux Falls.
Myrtice Ann McAlpin was born on July 16, 1934, in Sioux Falls, SD, to Odie and Ruth (Donaldson) McAlpin.
Myrtice married Burnell Jellis in 1961, and they shared 31 years of marriage together.
Myrtice spent her life in the community where she was born and raised. She worked as a waitress for many years, a job she truly enjoyed and took pride in throughout much of her life.
Myrtice is survived by her three daughters, Vicky (Tim) Wieker, Anne (Gary) DeReu, and Debbie (Frank) Waugh; as well as several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Myrtice was preceded in death by her husband, Burnell; her parents, Odie and Ruth; and her brother, Russell.
Her memory will remain with those who knew her. 💐
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