Obituaries

Linda Lou ( Broekemeier) Buettner, 76 years old, passed from this world to her heavenly home Saturday, November 16, 2024, at the family residence south of Mission, SD. A prayer service was held Sunday, December 1, at the Todd County Fairgrounds, and a Celebration of Life Service was held Monday, December 2, also at the Todd County Fairgrounds.

Enid Lorraine Worth was born October 27, 1931, in rural Keya Paha County to Frank “Casey” and Alice (Hastings) Graham. Enid was born at her Grandpa and Grandma Hastings’ home in rural Keya Paha County. Enid was the first of four children. Enid attended rural school until her seventh-grade year when the school district combined with the Springview Grade School. While attending the rural school, Enid and her sister Aliene would have to walk a mile and a half one way or ride their horse Darkie. Enid told lots of stories about Darkie! Darkie would look for any excuse to run away with them. If a prairie chicken flew up in front of him, or if a passing trucks horn honked, Darkie would take off running. Aliene would usually slide off the back and continue to walk while Enid got Darkie stopped. Then Enid would go back and get Aliene to finish their ride to school.

Funeral Service for Enid L. Worth age 93 of Springview will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at the Keya Paha County High School Gymnasium in Springview. Burial will follow in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Springview.

Dennis J. Weber, 84, of Stuart, passed away peacefully at home December 6, 2024 with family at his side.

Margaret Helen Schiffern 77 of Wahoo entered into rest Saturday November 9, 2024 at Methodist Hospital in Omaha. She was born alongside her twin sister Martha on August 27, 1947, to Charlie and Gladys (Morrow) Schiffern in Valentine. She grew up in the Sparks-Norden community and attended classes at Shadley Creek School.

Kathleen Marie (Paxson) Keller, 75, of Valentine, found eternal joy in her heavenly home November 15, 2024 after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was a devout Christian who prayed for many people in her life and lived her faith daily. Her greatest enjoyment came from being with her family and friends.

Hastings resident Brad A. Hucke, 62, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings. Rosary and Mass of Christian Burial were held Tuesday, November 5, at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Hastings with Father Scott Nemec officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Loveland, CO.

Gail Everett Haas of Valentine, went to be with the Lord November 18, 2024, just five days short of his 93rd birthday. He was the fourth of six children born to Clarence and Alma Haas on November 23, 1931, near Lakeview, SD.

Darlene Lydia (Hartmann) Barry, was born into the world at her parents’ home in Mission, SD, on February 21, 1934, and entered into rest at Morningstar Assisted Living Facility, Rapid City, SD, on November 10, 2024.

Alma Elizabeth (Simons) Gordon, 100, died peacefully November 9, 2024, in Hesston, KS. Alma was born August 14, 1924, in Sparks, the fourth out of nine children born to Joseph and Elizabeth Mae (Hayford) Simons.