September 16, 1969 ~ May 27, 2023

Harold E. Urban, 53, Sioux Falls, lost his battle with kidney failure and heart disease on May 27, 2023.

A Celebration of Life is being planned for Friday, June 9, 2023, 5-7pm, at Sandy’s Bar, in Emery, SD. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established and directed to his daughter, Jasmine Tietz.

Grateful for having shared his life are his daughter, Jasmine Tietz; sister, Christeen (Todd) Scheurenbrand; nieces, Megan Scheurenbrand and Anna Scheurenbrand; his close friend, David VanHeerde; and his mother, Sharleen Hines.

Harold was preceded in death by his grandparents who raised him, Sylvia and Harold Huber, Emery, SD; his father, Ronald Urban; half-brother, Laramie Urban; and nephew, Isak Scheurenbrand.

August 9, 1937 ~ May 27, 2023

Carol A. Cook, 85, of Brandon, SD, peacefully passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at the Luther Manor in Sioux Falls, after several months of health challenges.

Graveside Services will be held at Black Hills National Cemetery, Sturgis, SD, on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at 1:00 pm.

Carol Ann Hanson was born on August 9, 1937, to Roy and Anna Hanson in Viborg, SD.  After graduating from Hurley High School, she went on to obtain her teaching certificate from Augustana College. After graduating, she found her passion in teaching Special Education in the Sioux Falls and Yankton areas. Carol also worked with her husband (Charles Cook) of 45 years, in many business endeavors. They owned and operated the Army-Navy Store in Yankton, SD, and two hotels in Rapid City, SD.

Carol’s marriage to Chuck brought together five kids, Dennis Cook (deceased), Alvy Cook, Daniel Wegner, Debra Fleming, and Catherine Robinson.  Her love and loyalty were deeply felt by her five kids, nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.  She spent her time and talents loving on everyone, sewing, and kitting special gifts for her family. 

Carol is survived by her children, Alvy (Connie) Cook, Las Vegas, NV, Daniel (Bricy) Wegner, Mission, TX, Debra (Rick) Fleming, Omaha, NE, and Catherine (Jon) Robinson, Denver, CO; nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren; and one sister, Glennys Case, Pierre, SD,

Carol was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Cook; one stepson, Dennis Cook; one granddaughter, Allison Schmidt; and parents, Roy and Anna Hansen.   

Her beautiful smile, great sense of humor, strength, and loyalty will be her legacy.

August 15, 1958 ~ May 24, 2023

Frances B. Gibbens, 64, Luverne, MN, died Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at the Tuff Memorial Home in Hills, MN.

Visitation with family present will be 5-7pm, Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at Heartland Funeral Home, Brandon, with a Prayer Service at 7pm.

Frances Beatrice Simmons was born on August 15, 1958, in Ottumwa, IA, to Wilma (Covert) Simmons. Fran graduated from Ottumwa High School in 1978, as Valedictorian-Top of her class. She attended India Hills Community College in Ottumwa, IA, and received her Certified Nursing Assistant Degree. She continued her nursing career for several years in Ottumwa and Sioux Falls. Fran met the love of her life, Orville “Gene” Gibbens, and was united in marriage on June 8, 1980, in Ottumwa, IA. This union brought them two sons; Brian and Bradley. Fran also worked as an Electric Specialist, at Lucas Products in Lucas, IA, and at Raven Industries, in Sioux Falls, SD.

Fran’s favorite things to do were crocheting and cooking. She loved to make cinnamon rolls and deviled eggs for her family. What she enjoyed most of all, was spending time with her boys, grandchildren, and family. 

Grateful for having shared her life with Orville “Gene” Gibbens, Humboldt, SD, two sons, Brian E. (Trina) Gibbens, Luverne, MN, and Bradley D. (Jody) Gibbens, Humboldt, SD; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; one brother-in-law, Ben Gibbens (Connie), Harrisburg, SD; two sisters-in-law, Shirley (Stuart) Thury, Sioux Falls, SD, and Tina Gibbens, Sioux Falls, SD; and one uncle, Ronnie Covert, St. Robert’s, MO.

Fran was preceded in death by her mother, Wilma D. Covert; two siblings; her grandparents; her mother-in-law and father-in-law; and two brothers-in-law.

October 9, 1955 ~ May 24, 2023

Richard ‘Rick” Knoebel, 67, Brandon, lost a courageous battle with lung cancer on May 24, 2023. He passed away at his home peacefully, surrounded by his family.

Visitation with family present will be 5-7pm, Thursday, June 1, 2023, at Heartland Funeral Home, with a Prayer Service at 7pm. A link to watch the live stream. https://youtube.com/live/v_ELaOR7yCM?feature=share Burial will be at St. George Catholic Cemetery, Hartford, on Monday, June 5, 2023, at 11am.

Rick was born on October 9, 1955, in Erie, Pennsylvania. He moved with his family to Freeport, TX, and attended Brazosport High. After graduation, Rick enlisted in the U.S. Navy. On August 1, 2015, Rick married Barb and blended their family into seven children. Rick worked as a semi-truck driver for 26 years. The last five years were with Central States Manufacturing.

Rick enjoyed riding his motorcycle; he called it his “wind therapy.” He also enjoyed going fishing with his wife, gardening, photography, gaming on his computer, and spending time with his grandchildren. He called this his “special time.”

Rick was thankful to have shared his life with his wife, Barb Knoebel, Brandon; his children, Kelli (Ben) Stammer, DeAnn (Frank) Hutchinson, Anthony Brown, Christine (Drew) Borkowski, Winnafred Senkle, and Amanda Brown; twenty grandchildren that he adored; one brother, David (Amy) Knoebel; sister-in-law, Laura Knoebel; and his specially loved fur babies, Harley, Neeka, and Kona.

Rick is preceded in death by his son, Joseph Brown; parents, Charles and Patricia Knoebel; and his brother, Robert Knoebel.

Our family would like to extend our utmost gratitude and thanks to the Avera Hospice team, Rick’s medical team, Oncology, Dr. Higgins, Virginia Strubbe, Palliative team, Dr. Jehangir, Amy Noonan; and a special thanks to Dr. Zollicker “Dr. Max” at McGreevy Clinic.

July 11, 1947 ~ May 21, 2023

Kermit R. Johnson, 75, Watertown, SD, passed away peacefully at Avera Heart Hospital, on Sunday, May 21, 2023, in Sioux Falls, SD, after several days of intensive care with pneumonia and infection complications.  Early that morning, the clouds lifted and he completed his baptismal journey. His remains will be cremated and scattered in his favorite pastime place, the Municipal Golf Course.

There are no services planned and certainly no pomp and circumstance.  A Celebration of Life will occur Saturday, July 8, 2023, with further detail to be provided. In lieu of any cards/flowers, please consider donating to the Boys and Girls Club of Watertown.

Kermit Ray Johnson, the son of Jonas and Evelyn (Muller) Johnson, was born on July 11, 1947, at Memorial Hospital in Watertown, SD.  He attended Grant School and graduated from Watertown High School.  During his teen years, Kermit loved to go hunting with his dad, out to his Aunt Harriet’s farm, and go duck hunting near Webster.  He attended Northern State College, where he honed his golfing skills playing with all his buddies.  There are a lot of stories, I am sure his buddies all will cherish and share if you ask them!

Kermit had many skills that brought out his love for people, including Managing for Enercept Building Products, Telemarketing Company, and Godfathers Pizza, just to name a few. He spent several years in St. Paul, MN, managing a Duling Optical.  But most of all, he loved to go to rummage sales (this started with going to them with his mom!) which led him to open a second-hand store and online auction center, which was his last business venture.

Kermit’s community and church involvement led him into assisting with the creation of a Boys & Girls Center and an ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DINNER for the less fortunate and shut-ins at Grace Lutheran for over 25 years.  He loved spending time with his daughters and then his wonderful grandkids who he was so very proud of!

Kermit will be remembered for all the heart he shared with all his friends and family.  He truly loved each of them, and if you knew him, you knew it.  Kermit was known for his great sense of humor, but also as being hardworking, committed, and dedicated. He will be missed dearly.

Kermit is survived by his two daughters, Molly (Randy) Malsam, Castle Rock, CO, and Maggie (Matt) Nygaard, Sioux Falls, SD; grandchildren, Elliot and Dominic Malsam, Castle Rock, CO, Bethany Nygaard, Omaha, NE, and Carleigh Nygaard, Albany, NY; one brother, Dennis Johnson, Breckenridge, CO/Phoenix, AZ; and his former wife, Buff Johnson.

Kermit was preceded in death by his parents, Jonas Erwin and Evelyn May (Muller) Johnson.

Thank you to everyone for your thoughts and prayers for Kermit, his family, and friends.

October 26, 1951 ~ May 13, 2023

F. Larry Hayne, age 71, of Alexandria, SD, passed away peacefully, Saturday, May 13, 2023, at Avera Queen of Peace Hospital, in Mitchell, SD.  

A Private Service was held Thursday, May 18, 2023.

Frank Larry Hayne was born October 26, 1951, in Fort Carson, CO 1951, to Frank and Catherine Hayne. After Frank Sr passed, Charles Schriver came into Catherine’s life. He raised and loved the Hayne children as his own. Larry grew up in the Sioux Falls and SW Minnesota area. He was an independent individual who left home at an early age. He pursued a successful construction and lathing career. He even earned his Master Lather certificate. Larry was also very passionate about karate, in which he earned his black belt. Larry became a father in 1971, followed by two more children in that same decade. He loved motorcycles, hunting, fishing, and working with his hands, making his own creations with wood and other various items. In his adult life, he became very active in raising, racing, and showing of pigeons. Larry was also a dog lover and had many dogs over the years. His favorite dog was Ozzy. Larry was also known for writing articles in the local newspaper about his religious views as he loved the Lord. Throughout his life, Larry suffered from a terrible mental illness. It was a very long hard road for him and his loved ones. Our family is so happy that he no longer struggles and is now unburdened with any illness and is finally at peace with his Lord and Savior. 

Left to cherish his memory are his son, Matt Hayne; his daughter, Becky Hayne; brothers, Bob (Connie) Hayne, and Charles Schriver III, sister, Trinda (Tim) Knebel; grandkids, Cydni (Sadmir) Keserovic, Caden Quintanilla, Keegan Hayne, Mckenzie Hayne, and Cole Hayne; one great-granddaughter, Thea Keserovic; and several nieces, nephews, and friends.  

Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Catherine Hayne; son, Jarrod Hayne; grandparents, Wheatley and Rosella Darst; and uncles, Dick Hayne and Joe Darst. 

February 4, 1947 ~ May 17, 2023

Myron J. Krull, age 76, of Rock Rapids, IA, went to Heaven, Wednesday, May 17, 2023, doing what he loved to do near his childhood home, on a tractor.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, May 22, 2023, at First Reformed Church, in Rock Rapids, IA, at 10:30am. A private family burial will be held following the services.

Myron James Krull was born February 4, 1947, in Hull, IA, to Alvin and Henrietta (Korthals) Krull. He attended school in George and graduated in 1965. He went on to attend Nettleton College in Sioux Falls, SD, for a degree in business and accounting. Myron met his beloved wife, Penny Iwen on a blind date and they were married four months later, on August 31, 1968. Myron worked his way from bookkeeper to manager, to owner of the Edna Elevator for the better part of four decades, where he met many lifelong friends.

When he wasn’t working, Myron loved to play fast-pitch softball, with the Edna Elevator team, for many years. Always an outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and trapping. Even after retiring from the elevator, he couldn’t stop working. He loved his cows, and filled his days caring for them, watching them from his recliner, and was always eager to tell you about them. He also had a love/hate relationship with the Minnesota Twins and Vikings.

Myron loved his wife and family and showed it through acts of service and beamed with pride when talking about them. He took the time to talk to everyone and had a contagious laugh when talking about his recent mishaps and adventures. We can only imagine what he had to say when he walked through Heaven’s gates and saw Jesus waiting for him.

Myron is survived by his wife, Penny; three children, Marc (Natalie Falkenberg) Krull, Greg (Shelly Kramer) Krull, and ChyAnne (Shawn) Huyser; twelve grandchildren, Taylor Krull, Matt Krull, Austin Krull, Dylann (Nick) Huyser-Willams, Brynn Krull, Jadyn Krull, Wyatt Krull, Jager Huyser, Laurel Krull, Tatum Huyser, Owen Krull, Chayse Huyser; and one great-grandchild, Jackson Krull.

Myron is preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Henrietta (Korthals) Krull; a nephew, Gary Enderson; and brother-in-law, Duane Enderson.

July 19, 1937 ~ May 14, 2023

   Dale Robert Stoterau, 85, Brandon, was called to his Heavenly Rest Sunday, May 14, 2023, at the Mary Jane Brown Home in Luverne, MN.

   Visitation with his family present will be 2-4pm, Sunday, May 21, 2023, at the Blessed Redeemer Lutheran Church, Brandon.  Funeral Services will be 10:30am, Monday, May 22, 2023, also at Blessed Redeemer Lutheran Church.  Burial will follow at Maplewood Cemetery, Luverne, MN, with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the Mary Jane Brown home in Luverne or to the Hardwick Legion.

   Dale Robert Stoterau was born at his family’s home in Luverne, MN, on July 19, 1937, to Harvey and Nora (Smith) Stoterau. He was baptized at Zion Lutheran Church in Hardwick, MN. He attended grade school and high school in Luverne MN, and graduated in 1956.

   Dale was united in marriage to Donna Lee Oye on July 17, 1960, at Zion Lutheran Church in Hardwick, MN. This union was blessed with three children, Kurt, Gwynne, and Lucynda. Four days after the wedding, Dale enlisted in the US Army and served from 1960 to 1962, at Fort Leonard Wood. He served in the Army Reserve until 1966 and achieved the rank of Sergeant.

   During high school, he worked at the creamery in Luverne MN. He also worked at John Morrell’s packing plant for 30 years. He later was employed at the Hy-Vee meat department. In his retirement, he enjoyed working for Marv’s Sanitation.

   Dale was a member of Blessed Redeemer Lutheran Church and the American Legion of Hardwick, MN.

   Dale at Mary Jane Brown Home in Luverne MN on May 14, 2023, at the age of 85 years, 9 months, and 26 days.

   Dale is survived by his children, Kurt (Yvonne) Stoterau, Lennox, SD, Gwynne (Brent) Anderson, Brandon, SD, and Lucynda, Castlewood, SD; grandchildren, Shane (Malorie) Stoterau, Brandon, SD, Kelcey (Brenton) Smith, Brandon, SD, Dallas Szakatz, Hartford, SD, Kaylee (Cody) Ver Steeg, Inwood, IA, Jordan Wilson, Harrisburg, SD, Sienna (Tyson) Hart, Sioux Falls, SD, and Mariah Stoterau, Harrisburg, SD; great-grandchildren, Logan, Teydan, Titus, Eden, Abel, Everleigh, and Elouise; sister, Karol (Dr. Jerry) Mohs, Alexandria, MN; sisters-in-law, Marvelle Stoterau, Sioux Falls, SD, and Virginia Peters of Jordan, MN; brothers-in-law, Larry Binford, Moorhead, MN, Bruce (Marlyn) Oye, Hardwick, MN, and Burdell (Barbara) Oye, Prior Lake, MN; and many nieces, nephews, and other friends and relatives.

   Dale was preceded in death by his wife, Donna; his parents, Harvey and Nora (Smith) Stoterau; grandson, Adam Stoterau; brother, Eugene Stoterau; sister, Marcia Binford; and sister-in-law Rita Shirkey.

April 28, 1935 ~ May 16, 2023

Jacob M. Aman, Sioux Falls, 88, died of natural causes on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at his home.

Visitation with family present will be held 5-7pm, Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at Heartland Funeral Home. Funeral Services will begin at 10:30am, Thursday, May 25, 2023, also at Heartland Funeral Home. Burial to follow at Hills of Rest Mausoleum in Sioux Falls. A link to watch live… click here https://youtube.com/live/uQF6j4eZx88?feature=share

Jacob Melvin Aman was born on April 28, 1935, to Jacob and Louisa (Barth) Aman on a farm northeast of Hosmer, S.D. He attended the Hosmer area schools and honorably served two years in the United States Army from 1953 to 1955. He was a life member of the V.F.W. and also a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Sioux Falls.

Jake was employed with Boeing Aircraft Co., Seattle, Washington in 1956. While employed at Boeing, he attended Edison Technical School’s blueprint course, where he received a one-year business certification.

In 1960, Jake moved back to South Dakota and bought the family farm, and farmed until 1979, and then moved to Aberdeen, SD. Jake married Rickey Nelson in July of 1961 and they had five children. While employed at Aberdeen Housing, he found his lifetime partner, Linda Peterman, and they began their first of twenty-six wonderful years together. They moved to Sioux Falls, SD, in 1987, where he worked for Corporate Express until 2002, when he became employed with the J.C. Penney Sioux Falls store from 2002, until his retirement in 2014. His hobbies included watching sports and music.

Grateful for sharing his life are four children, Warren Aman, Sioux Falls, Jean Aman, Sioux Falls, Jack (Lilli) Aman, Sioux Falls, Rodney Aman, Sioux Falls; step-daughters, Tracy (Elwin) Detzler, Cottage Grove, MN, and Kristi Babcock, Sioux Falls; ten grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Esther Aman, Aberdeen; and many nieces and nephews.

Jake was preceded in death by the love of his life, Linda; daughter, Wendi Aman; parents, Jacob and Louisa Aman; and siblings, Erwin (Christina) Aman, Julius Aman, Edmund (Eleonora) Aman, Milton (Ermina) Aman, and Lorina Aman.

September 17, 1938 ~ May 11, 2023

Noralf T. Barstad, 84, Brandon, SD, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023 at the Avantara Norton Nursing Home in Sioux Falls, SD.

Visitation will be Thursday, May 18, 2023, from 9:30 ~ 11am at Heartland Funeral Home, Brandon, with a Funeral Service beginning at 11am with Military Honors to follow.  Burial will follow in Trinity Cemetery, Steen, MN. A link to view live beginning at10:30am is following https://youtube.com/live/b2UzcW1UbKE?feature=share

Noralf Thomas Barstad was born on September 17, 1938, to Simon and Petra Barstad in Luverne, MN. Noralf attended country school and then graduated from Luverne Public High School in 1956. He joined the Army National Guard and served for 8 years becoming a Staff Sergeant. Noralf married Irene Kitchenmaster on July 7, 1963. They had one son, Matthew. They farmed near Luverne, MN, and he also worked at A. R. Wood Manufacturing in Luverne, MN, and Elston Manufacturing in Sioux Falls for 17 years.

Unfortunately, Irene passed away in July, 2001, at the age of 59, from cancer. In August, 2002, Noralf married Berniece Jansma. They lived in Luverne and later moved to Independent Living at Bethany Meadows in Brandon, SD.

Noralf enjoyed farming and was a very proud Norwegian. He enjoyed going to the Norsk Hostfest in Minot, ND, attending quartet concerts, and completing odd projects around the farm.

Grateful for having shared in his life is his wife, Berniece (Jansma) Barstad, Brandon; his son, Matthew (Shaley Cullen) Barstad, Spencer, IA; Berniece’s children, Burdell (Tylene) Jansma, Beaver Creek, MN, Barb (Greg) Niessink, Brandon, and Beth (Brad) Rip, Sunnyside, WA; ten grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.

Noralf is preceded in death by his first wife, Irene (Kitchenmaster) Barstad; parents, Simon and Petra (Gunnarson) Barstad; his sister and brother-in-law, Sigrid and Arlyn Severtson; and Berniece’s one son, Brian Jansma.