Robert Lee Achbach, Jr.
Jun 30, 2024
Robert Lee Achbach Jr. died peacefully in the Catholic faith and in the company of his loving family on June 30, 2024.
Born May 12, 1945 to Robert and Virginia Achbach in Dayton, OH, Robert was the eldest of three children.
He graduated from La Puente High School, California, in 1963.
He enlisted...
Harold Wayne Johnson
Jun 29, 2024
Rapid City – Harold Wayne Johnson, 94, died Saturday, June 29, 2024 at Monument Health Rapid City Regional Hospital.
Harold Johnson was born March 29th, 1930, in Madison Nebraska to Chester and Rosina Johnson. The family eventually moved to Rapid City, SD, where Harold attended grade school, then Rapid City High School, graduating in 1948. He served...
James A. Ackerman
Jun 26, 2024
RAPID CITY – James A. "Jim" Ackerman, 57, died Wednesday, June 26, 2024.
Jim was born October 12, 1966 in Rapid City to Alvin and Alice (Speidel) Ackerman. He attended New Underwood Schools and also VoTech. Jim worked for the Rapid City Journal doing route delivery around the Black Hills. He also worked for a commercial cleaning...
Beverly Jane Kahler
Jun 26, 2024
Beverly Jane Kahler (Bev) passed away June 26, 2024, of a pseudoaneurysm in Rapid City, SD, leaving behind a legacy of faith, family, and service. Born in Columbia, Missouri, on February 2nd, 1930, Bev was a testament to her unwavering commitment to these values.
Rooted in faith, Bev's journey began with her baptism and confirmation at the...
Jeanette Faye Howe
Jun 26, 2024
Our dear mother, Jeanette (Jean)Faye Howe, 1947–2024 passed away at the age of 77. She was a wonderful mother who offered support, wisdom and love in abundance. Leaving behind a legacy of warmth and kindness, she walked through life, touching the lives of everyone she encountered with an unforgettable grace. She dedicated her time and resources to making the...
Joan Elaine Paris
Jun 26, 2024
Rapid City – Joan E. Paris, 84, Rapid City, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Monument Health in Rapid City.
Joan was born May 8, 1940, the third of four children born to Howard and Illine Lafferty. She grew up in Greeley, CO, surrounded by lots of cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents. She graduated from Greeley...
Richard "Coach” Duane Lemke
Jun 25, 2024
Richard Duane "Dick" Lemke passed away on June 25, 2024 in Rapid City, South Dakota at the age of 87. He was born in Minot, North Dakota on October 3, 1936 to Myrtle and Melvin Lemke. He was raised there mostly by his maternal grandparents, Emma and Engle Bjornson. He graduated from Minot Model High School in 1955, where...
John Bernard Mowry
Jun 25, 2024
John Bernard Mowry 76 of Rapid City passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2024.
The Rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at St. Therese the Little Flower Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00am Thursday, July 25, 2024 at St. Therese the Little Flower Catholic Church, with Rev. Fr....
Bernard P.R. Roose
Jun 24, 2024
Bernard "Ben PR" Roose, 83, died Monday, June 24, 2024 at Monument Health.
He was born on December 20, 1940 in Rapid City to Bernard N. and Ruth E. (Strom) Roose. He attended Canyon Lake Elementary and graduated from Rapid City High School in 1960. Throughout his life, Ben worked at Donaldson's, Kmart, department manager at Gambles,...
Dean V. Steinberg
Jun 20, 2024
Retired Master Sgt. Dean Victor Steinberg (1948-2024)
RAPID CITY - Dean V. Steinberg, 76, died Thursday, June 20, 2024 with his family by his side.
Retired US National Guard Master Sgt. Dean Victor Steinberg was born in Long Beach, California on March 7, 1948, to the late Dale & Dorothy Steinberg. His parents and older...
Robert Sean Melvin
Jun 20, 2024
RAPID CITY - Robert Sean Melvin, 59, died Thursday, June 20, 2024. Robert was born on September 30, 1964 to Robert E. and Clarie (Neigel) Melvin. He graduated from Stevens High School in 1982. Robert served in the US Army and was honorably discharged as an SP4. As a result of his honorable and dedicated service, he received the Army...
Leonard Charles Colombe
Jun 19, 2024
Chuck was born March 8, 1943 in Winner, South Dakota. He was the third son of four to David and Josephine (Phalen) Colombe. His early childhood was spent in the Winner and Rosebud area.
The family moved to Rapid City and Chuck attended Saint John's grade school and graduated with the class of 1962 from Cathedral High...
Lavonna "Teri" M. Wickstrom
Jun 16, 2024
Lavonna (Teri) M. Wickstrom (Tyree)
Rapid City - Lavonna M. Wickstrom passed away peacefully on June 16, 2024. She was born on August 23, 1931.
Teri was a very caring person. She raised a family while traveling with her husband, Harold, as he served our country. She worked for many years outside of the home...
Irene Anne Allard
Jun 16, 2024
Irene Anne "Granny" Allard passed from her earthly life into eternity on June 16, 2024. She died peacefully at home with her daughters by her side. Granny was an independent woman who lived life on her terms and approached death in the very same way. She openly talked about her wishes. She was so grateful and content with the...
Jerry Arthur Sorum
Jun 15, 2024
JERRY SORUM: January 24, 1941 – June 15, 2024
Rapid City - It is with great sadness and great joy that we remember, honor and celebrate the life of Jerry Sorum. On June 15, 2024, Jerry went to his forever heavenly home, and he is finally free from the bonds of Alzheimer's Disease. Jerry's Christian faith guided...
Ronald Lee Iverson
Jun 10, 2024
Ronald Iverson, 70, of Isle, Minnesota died Monday, June 10, 2024 at Monument Health Rapid City Hospital.
Dr. Terry Eugene Owen
Jun 7, 2024
Terry Eugene Owen passed away on June 7, 2024. He was born on July 10, 1952, to Dr. Bernard and Eunice Owen. Throughout his childhood, Terry lived in Hay Springs and Rushville, Nebraska, following his father's work as a general physician. During this time he developed an immense appreciation for excellent food and homemade ice-cream, thanks to his mother...
Elizabeth (Beth) Eldridge
Jun 5, 2024
"An excellent wife, who can find? For her worth is far more than jewels." Elizabeth Ann Peterson Eldridge passed to heaven on June 5, 2024 after battling severe physical and mental health issues.
She was born on March 1, 1970 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and at that moment became a fervent and life-long Green Bay Packers fan! At...
Ellen Finch
Jun 4, 2024
Ellen Finch, 78, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 in Rapid City. She will be laid to rest at a later date at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent, WA. A memorial obituary is being created and will be updated with more information.
Michael C Downes
Jun 4, 2024
Michael Charles Downes was born into this world on June 3, 1956 in Highland Park, Michigan. Michael left this world to join the Lord on June 4, 2024 at the age of 68.
Michael was dearly loved by his father, Dennis Downes, mother Vera (Hawman) Downes, and sister Denise (Patrick) Dowling. Michael was the father of two...
