CUSTER--Edward James Jindra, 76, a resident of Custer, crossed over peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2008, at his home. He was born September 3, 1931, in Minneapolis, MN, to Edward and Ruth Jindra. He served in the Air force in New Mexico where he met and married Joyce in August of 1955. He was employed as a draftsman and manager for many years in St. Paul, Minnesota and then spent many years of service at Lutherans Outdoors, Outlaw Ranch in Custer. He also worked for the Youth Forestry Camp for 9 years. His interests included raising draft horses; providing service and guidance to young people; and building many things including his own homes. Ed had a great devotion to his Lord and Savior and led others by the life he lived. He was known for his calm disposition, patience and a sense of modesty regarding his own accomplishments, and his love and deep devotion to his family. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, brother, Donald and grandson, Jacob and great granddaughter, Latisa.He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Joyce Jindra; by his three daughters, Cindy (Wayne) Anderson, Chris (Tim) Boyer and Cheryl Janklow and Foster son, Brendan (Vee) Roetzel. He was also blessed with grandchildren, Tina, Joshua, Sarah, Jesse, Shawnequa, Cassie, Randi, Tom, David and foster grandchildren Jakrista and Mikala and 9 great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 6 until 8 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m., on Friday, at Custer Lutheran Fellowship, Hwy 16, Custer. The funeral will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, June 14, at 10 a.m. at the church with Rev. Kent Narum officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Outlaw Ranch in Custer.