July 19, 1953 ~ May 29, 2022

Milan J. Kruse, 68, Brookings, SD, died unexpectedly at his home, on Sunday, May 29, 2022.

Memorial Services for Milan and JoAnne, will be 2pm, Saturday, September 17, 2022, at First Lutheran Church, in Volga, SD.

A live stream of the service is accessible by this link: https://fb.watch/fFIANrIfMZ/

Milan was born to Helen (Bodde) and Peter H. Kruse on July 19, 1953.  He grew up in Toronto, SD, the youngest of five children. He attended First Baptist Church with his family in White, SD.

Milan attended grade school in Toronto and graduated from Deubrook HS in 1971.  During his boyhood, he helped his father in his feed grinding business, and as a teen, worked on area farms in the summer, baling hay and other chores.

After graduation, Milan joined the Air Force and served for four years.  He loaded bombs into B52 airplanes while serving in Thailand and completed his service in Florida.

Returning home, he bought a truck and began working for Thompson Brothers, Inc. (TBI).  He drove for many years, including a mail run from Sioux Falls to Seattle, during the latter part of his trucking career.  TBI recognized Milan with multiple Safe Driver awards.

Milan married Jo Anne L. Burns, on May 22, 1982, at the First Lutheran Church, of Volga, SD.  Milan, Jo Anne, and her daughter, Danielle, whom Milan adopted (becoming an instantly fantastic father), formed their family living in his home in Toronto.  After Danielle’s high school graduation, he and Jo moved to Brookings, SD.

Milan and Jo loved jazz and attended concerts and Jazz Fest in Sioux Falls for many years.  He also was an avid biker and became a member of a local bicycling club.  The bikers and their spouses enjoyed many road trips and weekly gatherings for pizza and beer.  Milan often found himself alone on his days off with his trucking schedule.  He developed a wide variety of hobbies from woodworking to breadmaking.  His love of cars had him purchasing his own 1999 Mustang.  This allowed them time to cruise and show off the Mustang (and win awards) at several car shows.

After his years of driving truck, Milan decided to try some other employment.  He worked for a time in the custodial department at SDSU’s Student Union and then joined the night shift at Counterpart, until his retirement.  During retirement, Milan worked part-time as a groundskeeper for Western Estates, where their home was located.  He also loved his daily gatherings with a group of friends as they enjoyed coffee at Chocolatte’s.

Milan is survived by his daughter, Danielle (Brett) Karber; grandsons, Nick (Jenna) Karber, Corey (Cara) Karber, and Nathan (Danielle) Karber; siblings, Dale (Netah) Kruse, Carol O’Block, and Leroy (Belinda) Kruse; and many nieces, nephews, and grandchildren; also having shared in his life are sisters-in-law, Katherine (Fred) Prahl, and Barbara (Richard) Tarp; as well as many co-workers, friends, and neighbors.

Milan was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Marvin Kruse. 

October 24, 1942 ~ June 29, 2022

Thomas Michael Issenhuth, 79, Sioux Falls, and formerly Madison, SD, passed away at his home on Wednesday, June 29, 2022.  

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Memorials may be sent in care of the family to Heartland Funeral Home, PO Box 451, Brandon, SD 57005.

The thing about Tom was that he really was a true South Dakota boy.  He was born in Sioux Falls on October 24, 1942 to Edward and Luella (Wangness) Issenhuth.  Although he graduated from the University of Nebraska and was a lifelong Huskers fan (the family dog is Husker!), he attended law school at the University of South Dakota and had a fifty-two-year career as an attorney in Madison.  It didn’t matter if you were a first-time client or a frequent-flier client – destitute or wealthy, Tom treated everyone equally.  He knew people from all walks of life and made friends wherever he went.  A common sight in Madison was seeing him walk a half block from his office on Egan Avenue to the Stadium for his daily lunch.

He and Monie often traveled here and abroad, and their adventures were definitely a highlight of their life together.  Because they loved meeting new people and both were born storytellers, their friends adored hearing about their experiences.  In the last years of Tom’s life, they had a very supportive circle of friends who always made certain, despite Tom’s deteriorating condition, that they were included in everything.  Monie remains so grateful for the love and support they received during these difficult last years.  

Tom is survived by his wife, Monie Issenhuth; his son, Tom (Meghan) Issenhuth, of Bozeman, MT; two daughters, Tracey (Jim) Tomassetti, of Appleton, WI, and Amy (Ryan) Gienapp of Brandon, SD; ten grandchildren; as well as four stepdaughters and their families.

August 19, 1939 ~ June 30, 2022

Derrold D. Hofer, 82, Sioux Falls, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 30, 2022, while under the loving care of the staff at Ava’s House. 

A Celebration of Life Service will be11:00am, Friday, July 8, 2022, at Central Church, Sioux Falls, SD, with visitation beginning at 10:00 A.M. Burial will follow at the Hutterthal Mennonite Church Cemetery, rural Freeman. A link to watch via live streaming https://youtu.be/NL4Jk3vu0mk In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be directed to Ava’s House at Sanford Hospital.

Derrold D. Hofer was born to Joe E. and Erna (Gross) Hofer on August 19, 1939, on the farm six miles SE of Bridgewater, where he grew up with his brother, Larry.  Derrold enjoyed spending time with cousins that lived near and far.  He met Marilyn Glanzer when their two county schools played each other in softball.  Derrold graduated from Bridgewater High School in 1957.

Derrold accepted Jesus as his personal savior at a revival in Bridgewater while in High School.  He had a quiet but genuine faith that guided his life and spent many hours praying for his loved ones. 

Derrold attended Freeman Junior College and graduated with a two-year degree in Business Administration.  Throughout high school and college, Derrold enjoyed working as the stage manager for many plays.  In the fall of 1959, Derrold went into 1W service at Indiana University Medical Center in Indianapolis, IN.  He worked for Medical Records delivering charts to various departments.

Derrold and Marilyn (Glanzer) were engaged on New Year’s Eve in 1960.  Derrold had given her matching sweaters for Christmas instead of a ring, choosing to rather surprise her with the ring a week later.  They were married on July 16, 1961, and moved to Speedway, Indiana, where Derrold continued his work at the hospital.   After 1W, Derrold continued his third year of college at Augustana and Sioux Falls College.  He graduated from Indiana University in Bloomington, IN, with a degree in Medical Records Administration. 

In June of 1962, Derrold and Marilyn moved back to Sioux Falls and Derrold got a job as the Assistant Director of Medical Records at Sioux Valley Hospital.  Derrold’s career at Sioux Valley Hospital/Sanford spanned 44 years serving as Assistant Director of Medical Records, Director of Medical Records, and Records Completion Coordinator for the hospital.  Derrold found great satisfaction in this work and was well known in the Sanford Family.  He also worked as a Medical Records Consultant for Freeman Hospital and Nursing Home for many years.  He was active in the Medical Records Association of South Dakota working as president for several terms. 

Derrold and Marilyn had a love of music and enjoyed attending many concerts and musicals.  In the summers, the family attended many Sioux Falls Municipal Band concerts. The South Dakota Symphony was also a favorite. Derrold especially enjoyed listening to Marilyn sing with the Symphony Choir.  They enjoyed many trips to Branson, MO, and traveling to Indiana and Alabama to see family and friends.

Derrold was the “King of Christmas”.  Each year he spent many hours decorating both inside and outside the house.  It was a joy to come up to the house and see all the lights each Christmas Season.  He had quite the collection of Nativity Sets both big and small throughout the house.  Each room had some type of Christmas decoration or Nativity set. 

Derrold enjoyed visiting Sandi and Harold in the Twin Cities, often coming in the spring and fall to help with getting the yard ready for the season.  He was like the “Energizer Bunny” and would keep going on projects even when others were ready to take a break.  During these visits, he often found time to take in a musical or choir concert.  One of his favorites was Fiddler on the Roof at Chanhassen Dinner Theater.  

Derrold was an active attendee of Central Baptist Church in Sioux Falls.  He volunteered as a greeter and he and Marilyn were shepherds in the Good Shepherd Sunday School class.  Together, they spent many Sundays volunteering in the nursery and toddler room. 

When Derrold retired in 2010, he joined Marilyn as a full-time caregiver for his precious granddaughters.  The bond Derrold and Marilyn had with Riley and Halle was priceless.  Derrold was often the chauffeur to school and special outings to museums, zoos, parks, and the Washington Pavilion.  He was affectionately known as “Papa” to the girls and their love for him was evident to all who saw them together.  Many hours were spent playing games with the girls.  His favorites were Skip-Bo, Rummikub, and Chinese Checkers.  Papa was so good at asking detailed questions and engaging the girls in meaningful conversations. 

Derrold was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer three months after losing his wife of 59 ½ years.  This was certainly not a journey he wanted to take, but he faced it with dignity, courage, and strength.  He was thankful to have Stacy at his side to help navigate the unknown waters.  Her medical expertise and familiarity with the staff and doctors were a blessing.  Sandi made many trips to Sioux Falls and provided great comfort to dad during her visits with him.  They spent many hours playing games and reminiscing.  Derrold and his family were incredibly grateful for the care and compassion shown by the staff at Ava’s House. 

Derrold will be deeply missed by his daughters, Sandra (Harold) Baty, Shoreview, MN, and Stacy (Phil) Nelson, Sioux Falls, SD; granddaughters who meant the world to him, Riley and Halle Nelson, Sioux Falls, SD; sisters-in-law, Brigitta Hofer, Bridgewater, SD, and Edwina Glanzer, Rolesville, NC; nieces, Kelly (Brian) Hefti, Sioux Falls, SD, Stephanie (Michael) Burgeson, Yankton, SD, Robin (Mike) Jaspers, Sioux Falls, SD, and Kristi (Ray) Jezek, Rolesville, NC; and nephew, Mike (Sandy) Glanzer, Ft. Myers, FL; several cousins, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nephews. 

Derrold was proceeded in death by his loving wife, Marilyn; parents, Joe E. and Erna (Gross) Hofer; brother, Larry Hofer; stepmother, Agnes Stern-Hofer; parents-in-law, Mike and Mary Glanzer; and brother-in-law, Herb Glanzer

In these days of uncertainty, take the extra time to show those closest to your hearts that you love them as you never know when a goodbye hug will be the last time. 

July 22, 1943 ~ June 25, 2022

Twila Eilene Shotley 78, Sioux Falls, passed away June 25, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society Center in Sioux Falls, SD.

Memorial Services will be 4pm, Thursday, June 30, 2022, at Abiding Savior Free Lutheran Church (4100 S Bahnson Ave. Sioux Falls), with visitation beginning at 3pm. Private burial will happen at a later date.  A live stream link can be found at https://www.abidingsavior.church/live In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Abiding Savior Academy!

Twila Eilene Johnson was born on July 22, 1943, in Cloquet, Minnesota, to William and Nannie (Bjerk) Johnson. She was married to Leon Shotley on March 31, 1962. They had two daughters. She was a stay-at-home mother until the youngest was in first grade. Then Eilene was a lunch aid at Leach School where the girls went to school. She was talented in crafts, painting, drawing, and writing. When the girls were older, she worked at KBJR TV in Duluth, MN, doing payroll. After retirement, in the winter of 2007, Leon and Eilene moved to Sioux Falls. She enjoyed going to plays at the Washington Pavilion, concerts at the Old Courthouse Museum, and all of Esther’s concerts and activities. Eilene was a member of Abiding Savior Free Lutheran Church. She enjoyed her card nights with friends and her Bible study group.

Eilene is survived by two daughters, Leea (Bob) Ryan, New Jersey, and Leesa Rabenberg, Sioux Falls; three grandchildren, Erik Ryan, Oahu, HI, Kayla Ryan, New Jersey, and Esther Rabenberg, Sioux Falls; brother-in-law, Ralph Paulson; sister-in-law, Evelyn Putnam; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Eilene was preceded in death by her husband, Leon: her parents, William and Nannie Johnson; brother, Giles Johnson, Sr; sisters, Fay McMillen, Darlene Paulson, Phyllis Flater, and Arlys Hanson; son-in-law, James Rabenberg; parents-in-law, Peter and Josephine Shotley; brothers-in-law, Duane Putman, Burton Shotley, Harold McMillen, Larry Flater, and Fred Hanson; sisters-in-law, Claudette Shotley, Patricia Dickinson; and nephews, Larry Johnson and Giles Johnson, Jr.

February 4. 1933 ~ June 17, 2022

Alice L. Johnson, 89, Sioux Falls, died peacefully Friday, June 17, 2022, at her home.

Visitation will be10am, Thursday, June 23, 2022, at Heartland Funeral Home, with Funeral Services at 11am. Interment will follow at Hills of Rest Cemetery, Sioux Falls. The link to Livestream is https://youtu.be/b-NqFTMDdwo

Alice Lorraine Kunert was born February 4, 1933, in Sioux Falls, SD to Frank and Edith (Spande) Kunert. She married Wendell Herman Johnson on October 12, 1949, in Luverne, MN.

Alice was a woman of God, every conversation was a chance to talk about the Lord. Having been a long-time member of Center of Life Church, she never missed a sermon and soon became known as “Mother Alice”.  She was a prayer warrior for many and taught her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren to know and love Jesus. She served God her entire life and wanted everyone to hear His words. She spent much of her time writing and singing songs about our Lord and savior. She will be missed by all who knew her, but we know she is singing from up above.

Alice is survived by two children, Janice Van Sickler and Raymond Johnson, both of Sioux Falls. Grandchildren Lisa (Jerry) Leemkuil, Todd Van Sickler, Laura (Ricky) Sawvell, Tim Van Sickler, Katrina Johnson and Stephen Johnson; and 5 great-grandchildren.

Alice was preceded in death by her husband, Wendell; two sons, Curtis Johnson and Mark Johnson; her parents, Frank and Edith (Spande) Kunert; and four siblings.

August 18, 1938 ~ June 11, 2022

Janice Marie Hume, 83, of Hendricks, MN, passed away Saturday, June 11, 2022, at Hendricks Hospice, Henricks, MN.

Visitation with family and friends will begin at 10:00am, at Heartland Funeral Home in Brandon, SD, Friday, June 17, 2022, with funeral services at 11:00am. A time of fellowship will follow the service at Heartland. Burial will be held at a later date at Brockville Cemetery, rural Newton, IL. This is the live stream link https://youtu.be/XUipyOaZnUM

In loving memory of Janice, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dakota Lions Sight and Health, 4501 W 61^st St N, Sioux Falls, SD 57103 or through their website ~ info@dakotasight.org. Flowers may be ordered through Bella Rosa Floral (605-376-6790) in Sioux Falls.

Janice Marie Wold was born on August 18, 1938, in Dunn County, WI, to Rudolph and Eva (Allram) Wold. She married Lloyd Gene Hume on December 7, 1957. Janice was a graduate of Boyceville High School, Boyceville, WI. Through Lloyd’s government employment, they lived in many locations and met and made many friends. Janice was a member of Brandon Lutheran Church in Brandon, SD. She was a member of the Eagles Club in Luverne, MN, and Newton, IL, and Welcome Wagon Club in Collinsville, IL. Janice worked at the Luverne, MN, Hospital Nursery admitting newborns.

Janice enjoyed bowling on numerous leagues, painting, serving as a school crossing guard in Cedar Rapids, IA, lefsa making with the church, and was naturally gifted in playing the accordion and piano. She was a Vikings and Twins fan and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Janice is survived by her four children, Randy (Anita) Hume, Hendricks, MN, Greg Hume, Tumacacori, AZ, Nancy (Tim) Mulligan, St. Charles, IA, and Deanna (Dick) Owens, Columbus Junction, IA; eight grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Myra Wold; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Janice was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd; her parents, Rudolph and Eva (Allram) Wold; sister, Marcella (Don) Mitch; brother, Jerry Wold; and one niece, Sandy Christensen.

June 3, 1985 ~ June 9, 2022

Joel O. Ruud, 37, of Brandon, died unexpectedly, Thursday, June 9, 2022, at his home.

A Celebration of Joel’s Life will be 1-3pm, Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at Heartland Funeral Home, with a short time of sharing beginning at 3pm. A live stream link for viewing is https://youtu.be/TJmlN2DnAmQ

Joel Oren Ruud was born June 3, 1985, in Fargo, ND, to Bradley and Kimberly (Harris) Ruud. He graduated from Lutheran High School in Bloomington, MN, and later attended Normandale Community College. While he was attending college, Joel met Juliana (Retter). They met in September 2005, became good friends, and started dating in March 2007. On December 31, 2009, they got engaged and were then married on June 11, 2011. In November 2013, Joel and Juliana joyfully welcomed their first son, Caleb into their family, and then in August 2015, they welcomed their second son, Cohen. 

After their marriage, the couple mainly resided in Woodbury, MN near Juliana’s family. Joel worked at various Menards stores for several years and was working at 3M before moving to Brandon in 2019. Joel began working at Henkel Manufacturing as a Liquids Dispenser shortly after their move and eventually elected to work the weekend shift in order to stay home with his two boys. 

In his free time, Joel loved to watch movies, watch sports, and play catch or basketball outside with his kids. He also enjoyed getting to introduce the boys to Harry Potter, Star Wars, and some of the Marvel movies while snuggling up on the couch with a snack. Joel loved cooking for his family. His chislic was a favorite of the kids and they liked getting to experiment by helping him make various rice or pasta dishes. Like a true Minnesotan, Joel loved a good hot dish. As a family, Joel enjoyed playing card games and board games, reading books out loud at bedtime, going to carnivals, and eating at food trucks. He also enjoyed grossing the kids out by kissing Juliana in front of them. Joel loved music and family dance parties in the kitchen were a regular occurrence. 

Joel will be greatly missed by his wife of just short of 11 years, Juliana; his two sons, Caleb and Cohen; his father, Brad (Denise) Ruud, and their children; his mother, Kim (Dave) Berg, and their children; the Retter and Gallagher families; and all extended family and friends in between.

November 28, 1949 ~ June 2, 2022

Lyle E. O’Donnell, age 72, Sioux Falls, passed away peacefully at the Avera Dougherty Hospice House, on June 2, 2022, following a long struggle with Alzheimer’s.  

    Funeral Service will be 10:30 am, at Resurrection Lutheran Church, (5500 W 26^th Street, Sioux Falls) Monday, June 6, 2022. A private scattering of ashes in the “North Forty” of the O’Donnell Family Farm (weather permitting), followed by a graveside burial in the Faulkton Catholic Cemetery, (St. Thomas), on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at 2:00 pm. Any Memorials will be donated to the Tyndall Fire Department. 

    Lyle Everett O’Donnell was born November 28, 1949, in Redfield, to Leo and Dorothy (Schroeder) O’Donnell.  Lyle attended early elementary school, grades 1-4 in Orient, SD. He finished grade school in the Faulkton school system and graduated from Faulkton High School in 1968. Lyle grew up on a ranch just outside Orient, SD. He was a real cowboy, riding horses and raising 4-H sheep. He enjoyed many seasons of deer hunting on the family farm, as well as hunting jackrabbits and gophers for bounty.  

    Lyle attended Southern State College in Springfield, SD, graduating in May 1970 with an Associate Degree in Industrial Art. Following graduation, he worked for Bernie Bambas Construction building homes in the Tyndall area. In 1972 he started working for Ranek Implement. 

    Lyle married Mikie Gleason, on November 28, 1970. This union was blessed with two sons, Dean and Mark. He later married Jamie Kopp (Henning) on July 17, 1999, in Viborg, SD. 

    Lyle was a community-minded man serving as a member of the Tyndall Volunteer Fire Department for 25 years. In 1977, Lyle started working as a Bon Homme County Deputy Sheriff. In 1979, he was appointed to the Sheriff’s position. He ran on the Republican ticket for the Sheriff’s position and served for a total of 19 years in the County Sheriff’s Department, retiring in 1994. 

     Lyle worked several years for Tyndall John Deere Implement, selling parts, delivering oil, and driving semis for large oversized equipment. He moved to the Viborg area in 1999. In 2014, he retired from the Viborg City Maintenance Department after 10 years of reading meters, fixing broken pipes, repairing city streets, cutting down trees, plowing snow, and hanging Christmas lights. 

    Lyle was a Member of the SD Sheriff Assn, SD Peace Officers Assn, President of the Lewis & Clark Law Enforcement Assn, and in 1987 was recognized for his Outstanding Duty by the Dakota Point Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol.  

    Lyle was also an old car buff, restoring several old vehicles. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR, and the PBA.

    Lyle was appreciated for helping people whenever and wherever he could. Many people considered him a good friend. He could often be found lending a hand fixing a neighbor’s lawn mower, dog, or horse sitting for a vacationing friend, firing up Old Green, his ‘66 pickup to haul off a load of just about anything. He particularly enjoyed visiting with the people whom he delivered Meals on Wheels, which honored him with the 2014 Volunteer of the Year Award for the Viborg community.   

    Lyle will be affectionately remembered as a good and honest man, especially loved by dogs, horses, and little girls.

     Survivors include his wife, Jamie; sons, Dean (Veronica) O’Donnell, Brenham, TX, Mark (Nikki) O’Donnell, Yankton, SD, Josh (Anne) Kopp, Eagle River, AK, Joel (Dawn) Kopp, Sioux City, Iowa, Jeremy Kopp, SFSD, and Jon (Rhonda) Kopp, Brandon, SD; grandchildren, Denver, Tyler, Kauy and Kelsi O’Donnell, Lindsey (Ben) Gillette, Megan, Riley, Teagan, Elizabeth, and Madison Kopp; brothers, Gail (Mary) O’Donnell, Tulare, SD, and James O’Donnell; and his beloved Pomapoo, Spunky Runky.

    Lyle is preceded in death by his parents, an infant brother, LaVern, and sister, LeAnn. 

July 19, 1953 ~ May 29, 2022

Milan J. Kruse, 68, Brookings, died Sunday, May 29, 2022, unexpectedly at his home.

Arrangements are pending. Please check back for details.

January 29, 1974 ~ May 10, 2022

Jamie Bryant, 48, Sioux Falls, passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2022, unexpectedly after collapsing at work.

Services will be held at a later date in Kansas.

Jamie Glenn Bryant, 48 was born on January 29, 1974, in Kansas.  He was raised and went to school in Wellington, KS, and graduated with the class of 1992.  He was a Call Center Manager for Dakota Performance Services in Sioux Falls, SD, where he had lived for many years after traveling some after high school.

Jamie enjoyed fishing and hunting along with hanging out with friends.  Jamie enjoyed playing pranks and jokes with his friends.  His caring, kind and funny personality will be missed.  His heart was as big as he was!  Jamie had compassion and concern for all the people he met along his journeys.

Jamie is preceded in death by his mother, Debbie Bryant; and by his grandparents.