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Aberdeen, SD and surrounding areas

Morris "Joe" Ganser

Morris "Joe" Ganser

Feb 7, 2026

Morris “Joe” Joseph Ganser, of Bradford, Pennsylvania, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at his home at the age of 69.

Joe was born on March 23, 1956, to Gordon and Mary Grace (Geffre) Ganser in Leola, SD.

At the young age of two, Joe’s parents both passed away. Joe and his brother Duane were fortunate to live with their Uncle,...

Susan Joan Hornaman

Susan Joan Hornaman

Jul 21, 2025

Susan Hornaman, 63, of Zephyrhills, FL, formerly of Aberdeen, SD, went to be with the Lord on July 21, 2025. She had a lifetime of faith to assist her with her journey.

A Graveside Committal Service will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery at a later date. 

Susan was born to John "Jack" and Joan (Holman) Hornaman in Aberdeen, SD, on...

Colleen Trego

Colleen Trego

May 18, 2026

Colleen Trego, 63, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away at her home on Monday, May 18, 2026. 

A Private Family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in memory of Colleen. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to organizations close to Colleen's heart, such as the Aberdeen Area Humane Society (click here) or the Shriners' Children's Transport organization (click here). 

www.schriversmemorial.com

Marilyn Jean Coyle

Marilyn Jean Coyle

May 16, 2026

Marilyn Jean Coyle, 84, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Avera St. Luke’s Hospital.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with Father Greg Tschakert officiating.

Burial will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery following Mass.

A time for fellowship and luncheon will be...

William "Bill" Walz

William "Bill" Walz

May 14, 2026

William "Bill" Walz, 74, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at his home.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Schriver’s Memorial Chapel. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service.

Interment will take place at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery following the service.

A time for luncheon and fellowship...

Joan Jones

Joan Jones

May 10, 2026

Joan Jones, 87, of Ellendale, ND, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Benedictine Living Community in Ellendale, ND.

Joan's wishes were to be cremated, and no formal services will be held.

Schriver’s Memorial Mortuary and Crematory, 414 5th Avenue NW, Aberdeen, is honored to serve the Jones family. Friends and family may sign the online guestbook at www.schriversmemorial.com. 

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Bernadine Henderson

Bernadine Henderson

May 9, 2026

Bernadine M. Henderson, 93, of Ipswich, SD, passed away with her loving family by her side on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Avera Heart Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Aberdeen.

A time for fellowship and luncheon will follow Mass at the parish...

Cathryn "Cay" Durheim

Cathryn "Cay" Durheim

May 7, 2026

Cathryn "Cay" Durheim, 58, of Elm Lake, SD, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at her home.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, May 15, 2026, at New Life Fellowship, 619 8th Ave NW, Aberdeen, with pastor Micah Westby officiating.

A luncheon and time for fellowship will follow the service at the church.

A visitation will be held...

Cynthia Born

Cynthia Born

May 6, 2026

Cynthia Ann (Godfrey) Born, lovingly known as Honey, 86, passed away surrounded by family on May 6, 2026, at Avera St. Luke’s Hospital.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Schriver's Memorial Chapel. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service on Saturday.

A luncheon and time for fellowship will follow the...

Joshua "Josh" Moore

Joshua "Josh" Moore

May 5, 2026

Joshua "Josh" Moore, 46, of Sioux Falls, SD, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

A Memorial Service will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Schriver's Memorial Chapel, Aberdeen.

A time for fellowship and luncheon will follow the service at Schriver's Memorial Fellowship Center.

Schriver’s Memorial Mortuary and Crematory, 414 5th Avenue NW, Aberdeen, is honored to serve the...

Linda Schmig

Linda Schmig

May 5, 2026

Linda Lou Schmig, 81, of Groton, SD, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at her home.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Aberdeen, with Pastor Matt Spoden officiating.

A luncheon and time for fellowship will immediately follow the service at the church.

Interment will take place at Homer Cemetery...

Penny Lou Hart

Penny Lou Hart

May 5, 2026

Penny Hart, 80, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with Father Jordon Samson officiating.

Interment will take place following the Mass at St. Mary’s...

Robert J Brown

Robert J Brown

May 4, 2026

Robert J. Brown, 72, of Enderlin, ND, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026, at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo, ND.

Robert's wishes were to be cremated and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. 

Schriver's Memorial Mortuary & Crematory, 414 5th Ave NW, Aberdeen, SD, is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends may sign the online...

BonnieLee Walker

BonnieLee Walker

May 3, 2026

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life so beautifully lived, we remember BonnieLee Walker, who passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Aberdeen Health and Rehab at the age of 73.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Aldersgate Church with Pastor Derek Baum and Pastor Mike Waldrop officiating.

A luncheon...

Leonard Leo Lipp

Leonard Leo Lipp

May 2, 2026

Leonard “Lenny” Lipp, 88, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Avera Mother Joseph Manor.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Father Gregory Tschakert officiating.

A time for luncheon and fellowship will follow the Mass at the church hall.

Interment will take place at...

Robert "Bob" Kolb

Robert "Bob" Kolb

May 1, 2026

Robert “Bob” Kolb, 66, of Westport, SD, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026, at his home.

A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Aberdeen, with Pastor Jay Rossman officiating.

A time for a luncheon and fellowship will follow the service at the church hall.

Interment will be at the Westport...

Bobbi Lynn Babcock-Craun

Bobbi Lynn Babcock-Craun

Apr 30, 2026

Bobbi Babcock-Craun, 64, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Bobbi's wishes were to be cremated, and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Mesa, Arizona.

Schriver's Memorial Mortuary & Crematory, 414 5th Ave NW, Aberdeen, SD, is honored to serve the Babcock-Craun family. Friends and family may sign the online guestbook at www.schriversmemorial.com. 

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Ellen Fiechtner

Ellen Fiechtner

Apr 22, 2026

Ellen Louise (Speidel) Fiechtner

(May 31, 1931 – April 22, 2026)

Ellen L. (Speidel) Fiechtner, 94, of Aberdeen, South Dakota, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Prairie Heights Healthcare. Her funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 8, 2026, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Aberdeen with Rev. Paul Preus and Rev. Ryan Drevlow officiating. A time...

Lenora Ruth Ford

Lenora Ruth Ford

Apr 17, 2026

LeNora Ford, 100, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Avera Mother Joseph Manor.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Schriver's Memorial Chapel, Aberdeen, SD.

A private family Interment will follow the service at Riverside Memorial Park, Aberdeen, SD, next to her husband and parents.

A time for luncheon and fellowship...

Virginia Eckmann

Virginia Eckmann

Apr 16, 2026

Virginia Eckmann, 97, of Britton, SD, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the Marshall County Healthcare Center in Britton, SD.

A Funeral Service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Britton, SD, with Pastor Robert E. Moeller, Jr officiating.

A time for fellowship and luncheon will follow the service at the...

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