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Recent Obituaries
Aberdeen, SD and surrounding areas
Michelle Jones
Jun 26, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michelle Kimberly Jones, of Claremont, SD, who passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the age of 49.
A Celebration of Michelle’s Life will be held at Claremont Community Church in Claremont, SD, on Saturday, July 25th at 2 pm.
A reception will follow at the Claremont Firehall.
Family and friends...
Glenn Spangler
May 28, 2026
Glenn E. Spangler, 80, of Aberdeen, South Dakota, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026, at Aberdeen Health and Rehab.
A graveside service will be held on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 10:30 am at Selby Memorial Gardens in Selby, South Dakota.
Schriver’s Memorial Mortuary and Crematory, 414 5th Avenue NW, Aberdeen, is honored to serve the Spangler family. Friends and family...
Gary Sieber
Jul 24, 2026
Gary Sieber, 87, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls, SD.
Schriver’s Memorial Mortuary and Crematory, 414 5th Avenue NW, Aberdeen, is honored to serve the Sieber family. Friends and family may sign the online guestbook at www.schriversmemorial.com.
Arrangements are pending at this time.
Debbie Rathert
Jul 20, 2026
Debbie Catherine Rathert, 63, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026, at Sanford Medical Center, Aberdeen, after a short battle with cancer.
There will be a Celebration of Life Visitation held from 3-7 p.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Schriver’s Memorial Fellowship Center.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the family at 414 5th Ave...
Rodney "Mouse" Sanders
Jul 20, 2026
Rodney “Mouse” Dean Sanders, 72, passed away on July 20, 2026.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations to assist with final expenses may be made via Venmo (@ShaunPSanders).
Rodney was born on November 15, 1952, in Aberdeen, South Dakota, to John Paul Sanders and Geraldine “Gerry” Rose (Gabriel).
Rodney spent many years working in...
Sarah DeWald (Holsworth)
Jul 16, 2026
Sarah Faye DeWald (Holsworth), 86, of Ellendale, ND passed away on July 16th, 2026, at Prairie Heights Care Facility in Aberdeen, SD.
Sarah was born on April 2nd, 1940, in McPherson County near Forbes, ND, to Marion and Maude (Hart) Holsworth. She attended country school in Forbes.
On April 3rd, 1960, Sarah married Virgil DeWald of Ellendale, ND, at Christ Lutheran Church...
Joseph Goetz
Jul 13, 2026
Joseph “Joe” Remy Goetz, 91, of Aberdeen, SD, and formerly of Roscoe, SD, passed away July 13, 2026, at Avera St. Luke’s Hospital in Aberdeen due to complications from pneumonia.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Aberdeen, with Father Greg Tschakert officiating.
A time for fellowship and...
Diane Vetch
Jul 11, 2026
Diane Kay Vetch, 63, of Warner, SD, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family at her home on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 20, 2026, at St. John Lutheran Church in Warner, with Pastor Amber Wichmann officiating.
A time for fellowship and a luncheon will follow the Memorial Service at the...
DeAnn Rae (Krueger) Ochsner
Jul 10, 2026
DeAnn Rae (Krueger) Ochsner, 71, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Avera Mother Joseph Manor.
A Memorial Service will be at 12:00 pm on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Schriver's Memorial Chapel, with Pastor Justin Brotzel of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Frederick, SD, officiating.
Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery following the service.
There will be...
Vernon Walth
Jul 10, 2026
Vernon John Walth, 94, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026, at Bethesda Home of Aberdeen.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church with Pastor Matt Spoden officiating.
A time for fellowship and luncheon will follow the service at the church hall.
Interment will take place at 2:00 p.m. on...
Dan "Fritter" Fritz
Jul 8, 2026
We celebrate the life of Dan “Fritter” Fritz of Bath, South Dakota, who passed away surrounded by family and friends at the age of 71 at Avera Hospital on July 8, 2026. Dan was a devoted husband, brother, father, grandfather, admired friend, and hunting, golfing, and sports enthusiast.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 14,...
Joan Dee Pudwill
Jul 5, 2026
Joan Dee Pudwill passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, at the age of 71, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was a beloved wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and treasured friend whose kindness, strength, and generous spirit touched the lives of everyone who knew her.
A Memorial Service will be held...
Priscilla Kraft
Jul 3, 2026
Priscilla Kraft, 88, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Angelhaus of Aberdeen.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Interment will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery following Mass.
A time for fellowship and luncheon will follow the interment at the parish hall.
Visitation...
Vernon Korab
Jun 28, 2026
Vernon Korab, 87, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Sanford Aberdeen Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.
A private Funeral Service will be held on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Schriver's Memorial Chapel.
Interment with Military Honors will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Aberdeen.
Schriver’s Memorial Mortuary and Crematory, 414 5th Avenue NW, Aberdeen, is honored...
LeRoy Bieber
Jun 27, 2026
LeRoy Bieber, 92, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Avera Mother Joseph Manor.
A Memorial Service will be at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, July 17, 2026, at Schriver's Memorial Chapel, with Rev. Alton Vilhauer officiating.
A time for fellowship and refreshments will follow at Schriver's Memorial Fellowship Center.
Interment will be at St. Mary's Cemetery.
Visitation will be 5-7...
Donna Marie Cowan
Jun 25, 2026
We celebrate the beautiful, love-filled life of Donna Marie Cowan, age 67, of Aberdeen, South Dakota, who entered into her eternal home on June 25, 2026. Donna was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose gentle spirit, endless kindness, and radiant warmth brought joy to everyone she met.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, July...
Ronald Hekrdle
Jun 19, 2026
Ron Hekrdle, 84, of Redfield, SD, passed away peacefully at his home on June 19, 2026.
A Graveside Committal Service with Military Honors will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Greenlawn Cemetery in Redfield, SD.
Schriver’s Memorial Mortuary and Crematory, 414 5th Avenue NW, Aberdeen, is honored to serve the Hekrdle family. Friends and family may sign...
David Wallien
Jun 17, 2026
“Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of Life.”
David P. Wallien, age 97, died on June 17, 2026, at Bethesda Nursing Home in Aberdeen, SD, where he resided in assisted living for the past year. He was a believer in Jesus and ready for eternal life with his Lord.
He was born March 2, 1929, in...
Joseph Gonska
Jun 16, 2026
Joseph "Joe" Gonska, 78, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Sanford Aberdeen Medical Center.
Joe's wishes were to be cremated, and no formal services are to be held at this time.
Schriver’s Memorial Mortuary & Crematory is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends may sign the online guest book at www.schriversmemorial.com.
Marjorie Kay Triebold
Jun 16, 2026
With heavy hearts and deep love, the family of Marjorie Triebold, 69, shares the news of her sudden passing on Tuesday, June 16, at Sanford Medical Center in Aberdeen from heart failure. Marjorie was surrounded by her family, held in love during her final moments, and leaves behind a lifetime of cherished memories, quiet strength, and devotion to those she...
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