Othal F. Gregson, 89, Hill City, died Monday, February 16, 2009 at his home in Hill City. Othal was born August 4, 1919 in Quinn, SD to Frank and Della (Flatt) Gregson. He graduated from Hill City High School in 1937. During high school, Othal played first string basketball with his brother Buford. Othal ranched in the Hill City area and retired from Mt Rushmore after 20 years of service. Othal served in the U S Army during WWII from 1942 to 1945. Surviving are 2 brothers, Gary Gregson and his wife, Judy, Spearfish and Dale Gregson, Spearfish, and 11 nieces and nephews and their families. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marianna in 2000, his parents and 5 brothers and 2 sisters. Visitation will be Monday, Feb. 23, 2009 at Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. followed by funeral services at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Ron Walker officiating. Burial will be at Black Hills National Cemetery with military honors by Rushmore VFW Post 1273 and the South Dakota National Guard. A memorial has been established to the Meals on wheels program in Hill City. Friends may sign his online guest book and leave condolences at www.osheimschmidt.com