Obits
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Deana Rae Taylor at the age of 60. Born in Denver, Colorado, Deana lived a life marked by unwavering strength, compassion, and a fierce love for her family. She passed peacefully on March 15, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness,...
William R. "Slim" McNaught, age 90, of New Underwood, South Dakota, died on Sunday, January 26, 2025 at Monument Health in Rapid City.William R. McNaught, better known as “Slim” by his family and friends, was born July 8, 1934, in Stuart, Nebraska to Archie and Troy (Hare) McNaught. The following...
Rev. Thomas Almont Ingalls, 81, of Goodyear, Ariz., met his Heavenly Father February 24, 2025. Tom was born June 5, 1943, in Murdo, S.D., to Morris H. and Mary Jane (Coye) Ingalls. He grew up in White River, S.D., where his parents owned and operated The Mellette County News. In 1956, The Ingalls...
Judith "Judy" Rada,73, passed away on February 26, 2025, at Avera McKennan in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. A memorial service will be held at Isburg Funeral Chapel at a later date.
Judy was born on March 29, 1951, in Hot Springs, South Dakota. She moved to Murdo at a young age where she attended...
Mass of Christian Burial for Emma Lu Reeves, 86, of Eagle Butte was held Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at All Saints Catholic Church in Eagle Butte. Burial followed at Mossman Cemetery under the direction of Kesling Funeral Home of Mobridge.
Emma Lu Reeves (Johnson) (No Heart Woman), 86, of Eagle Butte...
Don Kleinschmit, 72, passed away quickly and peacefully, Sunday, March 9, 2025, in the family home that he thoughtfully designed with his engineering expertise and love. He fought a short and fierce battle with Leukemia.
Don was born on June 10, 1952 to Stella and Paul Kleinschmit in Wall, South...
Lana Lea Hill was born August 12, 1945 in Reliance, South Dakota to Aubrey and Tessie (Berg) Lester. She attended Interior Grade School and Interior High School graduating in 1963.Lana was united in marriage to Ronald L. “Rod” Hill on June 17, 1964 in Rapid City.She worked in the Interior school...
Rita McCurdy Scott died on November 7, 2024 in El Dorado Hills, California where she was in hospice care.
Rita was born March 2, 1939 in Hughes County, South Dakota. Her Parents were Pearl Price McCurdy and Frank McCurdy. In Rita’s pre-school years, the family lived on the family farm near White...
Pamela Jo Niehoff, 63, went home to the arms of her beloved mother on March 3rd, 2025 after a brave and ferocious battle with cancer. Warm and cozy in bed, she peacefully closed her eyes and took her last breath while the pastor was singing Amazing Grace.
Pamela was born to Morris and Marilee...
Dale Morrison, age 67, of Philip, South Dakota, died on Monday, March 10, 2025 at Monument Health in Rapid City.Dale William Morrison was born October 26, 1957, in Philip, South Dakota to Clark and Bonnie (Lindgren) Morrison. Dale attended K-8 at Elbon Country School then 8-12 at Philip School....
