Obituaries

Edward Himrich

Published by admin on Wed, 08/05/2026 - 12:38pm

It is with heavy hearts and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Edward Aaron Himrich, who departed this life peacefully July 29, 2026, at the age of 92 from late-onset Parkinson’s Disease. His wife and daughter were by his side as he passed away. 
Born Jan. 13, 1934, in Selby, S.D., Ed was the beloved son of Edward and Emily Himrich. He was one of nine children who grew up working on a farm operated by his family.
Ed was preceded in death by his parents; several siblings; and his sons, Mark Himrich and Matthew Himrich.  

Betty Benson

Published by admin on Wed, 08/05/2026 - 12:38pm

Betty Benson, the bookkeeper and baton twirler, nicknamed P-38 Lightning because she could outrun all the boys in high school, passed away from natural causes July 25, 2026, with her family, at Monument Health Hospital in Custer, S.D., at the age of 94. 

William Young

Published by admin on Wed, 07/29/2026 - 12:03pm

William “Bill” H. Young, 85, of Custer, S.D., died July 22, 2026, at his home. 
He was born March 18, 1941 to William and Lorene (Neville) Young in Madison, S.D.  He grew up on a farm in Winfred, S.D., with his brother, Mark.

Gregory Hadlock

Published by admin on Wed, 07/29/2026 - 12:03pm

Gregory Earl Hadlock was born June 25, 1987, in Custer S.D., to Janet Hadlock (Warne) and Raymon Earl Hadlock. 
Gregory went to be with our heavenly father July 22, 2026.
Greg attended school in Custer. He enjoyed writing songs and poems. Greg was an excellent athlete and loved the Broncos.
Greg’s life’s work included being a sawyer, a mason and mining. He was currently working for GJ Holsworth in Rapid City, S.D. He furthered his education by achieving a diploma in fire science and continued working toward a diploma in plumbing.

Stanley Diebel

Published by admin on Wed, 07/29/2026 - 11:59am

Stanley “Stan” L. Diebel, 78, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2026, at Monument Health.
Grateful for having shared his life are his beloved wife of 49 years, Judy Diebel; his daughters, Katie Diebel and Stephanie Diebel; and extended family members and friends.
No services are planned. His full obituary and online guestbook are available at osheimschmidt.com

David Drafahl

Published by admin on Wed, 07/29/2026 - 11:58am

David Drafahl, 56, of Custer, S.D., passed away July 27, 2026. 
He is survived by his wife, Tina Rogers.   
Arrangements have been placed in the care of Chamberlain McColley’s Funeral Home in Custer.

Lois Halley

Published by admin on Wed, 07/29/2026 - 9:33am
Lois Halley, 98, Keystone, S.D., passed away Tuesday, July 21, surrounded by her family.
Lois Irene (Pennel) Halley was born Nov. 2, 1927, in Elk Point, S.D., to Kelton and Lulu (Pond) Pennel. In 1936, the family moved to Hill City, S.D. Lois attended school in Hill City, graduating in 1945. She worked at the CB&Q Railroad in Nebraska until she married James Halley IV from Keystone Nov. 4, 1945, in Broken Bow, Neb. The couple settled down in Keystone in the same house where Jim and Lois lived out their lives.

Melvin Kainz

Published by admin on Wed, 07/22/2026 - 12:17pm

Melvin Kenneth “Kenny” Kainz of Custer, S.D., passed away peacefully at Monument Hospital in Custer July 11, 2026. 
Kenny was born Aug. 4, 1937, near Pierz, Minn. at home to Vernon and Vernie Kainz. He grew up with his four sisters (Gladys, Gayle, Grace and Vera) and his two brothers (Richard and Dean). He and his siblings helped his parents run a farm along the Platte River near Pierz.

Chance Dooley

Published by admin on Wed, 07/22/2026 - 12:17pm

Susan Conlon

Published by admin on Wed, 07/22/2026 - 12:16pm

Susan “Suzy” Conlon passed into eternal life July 15, 2026. She was born Aug. 31, 1957, in Tracy, Minn., to Curt and Betty Halverson. 
Suzy attended Custer (S.D.) High School, graduating in 1975, and later attended National College of Business in Rapid City, S.D.