Will Funeral Chapel

06/15/2026

Thank you to everyone who made this possible. Our funeral director, Kyle Pospisil and funeral assistant, Bob Polly had a great day supporting some great Veterans causes in Mitchell.

06/15/2026

George "Randy" Hartwig

George “Randy” Hartwig, a devoted pastor, loving husband, and faithful servant of God, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, under hospice care at his home. Throughout his life, Randy’s greatest passions were his relationship with the Lord and the life he shared with his beloved wife, Laurel. Memorial visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Will Funeral Chapel in Mitchell. Private family interment will take place at Graceland Cemetery in Mitchell.

Randy was born on November 5, 1952, in Marshall, Missouri, to George Leland Hartwig and Jackie (Gaut) Hartwig. He grew up in Missouri and answered a calling to ministry that would shape the course of his life for decades to come. He graduated from William Chrisman High School in Independence and later earned his Doctorate of Ministry from Concordia University in St. Paul. On June 22, 1974, Randy was united in marriage to Laurel Baumgartner in Richfield, Minnesota.

As a longtime pastor, Randy faithfully served congregations in numerous communities. His ministry took him from Crystal City, Missouri, to Albany, Schenectady, Amsterdam, and Gloversville, New York. In 2013, Randy and Laurel moved to Mitchell, South Dakota and two years later became caretakers to Laurel’s parents.

Outside of ministry, Randy enjoyed working on his computer and spending time with his shiatzus, Cooper and Teddy. Above all else, Randy will be remembered for his unwavering devotion to God, his deep love for Laurel, and the compassion he showed to everyone he met.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Laurel of Mitchell; step father, Ronald Wright of Mitchell; and brother, Ronald (Charlotte) Hartwig of Holt, MO.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Jackie; and brother, Richard Hartwig.

"Well done, good and faithful servant." Matthew 25:23

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06/09/2026

Marian Prickett

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Marian Prickett, age 108 years, 7 months, and 9 days, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026, at Firesteel Healthcare Center in Mitchell. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 12, 2026, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Mitchell with burial at Holy Trinity Cemetery in Ethan. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.

Marian was a beloved mother, grandmother, great and great-great grandmother.

She was born on October 29, 1917 to Nonie and Anna (Rothschadl) Friedel on a farm near Ethan. Marian attended a country school in Hutchinson County. She married Vernon Prickett in 1935. They lived on a farm for a few years, lived in Ethan for 13 years, and moved to Mitchell in 1950. Marian and Vern had 5 children.

She worked as a waitress and cook at the Nite & Day Cafe and Town House. She then cooked at Holy Spirit School for 20 years. After retiring, Marian was a volunteer at the Avera Hospital for many years. She served as a Eucharistic Minister and was a member of the Moose Lodge, Degree of Honor, and Senior Citizens.

She is survived by three children, Jim Prickett of Minnetonka, MN, Iris Nelson of Rye, New Hampshire, and Charlie Prickett and wife Karen of Mitchell; 24 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; 59 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Nonie and Anna; husband, Vernon Prickett Sr. in 1978; son, Vernon Jr “Sonny” and his wife, Franny; daughter, Mary Ellen Bassett and husband Robert “Bob”; daughter-in-law, Jane Prickett; brother, Francis Freidel; granddaughter, Jeannie Brown; and great grandson, Sam Mellan.

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06/05/2026

Melvin D Lubbers

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Melvin Lubbers, 95, of Mitchell, S.D. passed away to eternity at Avera McKennan Hospital on June 4, 2026. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Monday, June 8, 2026 at the First Reformed Church in Mitchell, SD with burial and military rites at Servicemen's Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Monday, June 8, 2026 at the First Reformed Church in Mitchell, SD.

Mel was a man of faith in so many aspects of his long life. Born to Abba and Anna (Bunger) Lubbers on January 17, 1931, at home in Alexandria, S.D., Mel grew up in Alexandria and graduated high school there in 1949, after excelling in basketball.

He met the love of his lifetime, Nancy Sauvage, in the summer of 1950, literally picking her up after she fell at a local roller rink. Their courtship resulted in marriage on January 6, 1952 - a faithful relationship that would last an astounding 74 loving years.

Mel was also faithful to his country. He joined the U.S. Army just a few weeks after his wedding, eventually bravely fighting in the front lines of the Korean War, earning a Bronze Star medal.

After his military service, Mel and his bride moved to Mitchell and soon started a rapidly growing family, which would eventually total five children. To support them over the years, he worked for Reynolds Furniture in Mitchell for 20 years and was a salesman for Moorman's Feed another 19 years. Mel spent many years independently installing carpet and linoleum, in addition to being a hobby farmer after later moving the family to rural Mitchell.

A faithful servant of God, Mel was a founding member of First Reformed Church in Mitchell, where he held positions of an elder, deacon and Sunday school teacher. Sunday church attendance was a priority for his family, thus installing a deep Christian faith within his children.

His association with the military led him to become commander of the South Dakota Korean War Veteran's Association (East River Chapter), and a member of the American Legion and VFW in Mitchell. The military rewarded Mel later in his life, as he accepted an invitation from South Korea to visit the country in recognition of the 60th anniversary of the Korean War. He spent 10 days being honored and touring battle sites with his only son, Duane, and other war veterans in 2013. Five years later in 2018, the former Army sergeant joined a flight of U.S. veterans through the Midwest Honor Flight, traveling with his daughter, Lori, from Sioux Falls to Washington, D.C. for a one-day tour and military tributes.

Mel traveled abroad during his military service, but also for pleasure. He and Nancy ventured to Germany, Italy, Austria and Switzerland. Family camping trips and drives to visit relatives in California were also travel adventures. They also enjoyed many winter in Texas.

He is survived by his wife Nancy Lubbers of Mitchell; son Duane (Lois) Lubbers of Chanhassen, Minn.; and daughters Lori (Gary) Heier of Aberdeen, S.D., Diane (Dan) Konrad of Wi******er, Tenn., Dawn (Rod) Gerlach of Spring Grove, IL, and Melissa (John) Schutte of Canton, S.D.; 12 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.

Mel was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Evelyn Thompson, of Napa, Calif.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to First Reformed Church, Mitchell, SD, Korean War Veteran’s Association or Midwest Honor Flight.

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06/03/2026

05/29/2026

Doyle D. Estabrook

Doyle Estabrook, 89, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Weskota Manor in Wessington Springs. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Will Funeral Chapel in Mitchell. Interment to follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery near Storla. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral chapel.

Doyle was born on February 8, 1937, in Rapid City, South Dakota, to Arlo and Jetty Pauline (Sonne) Estabrook. He spent his childhood in the Letcher area, where he attended school through the eleventh grade before graduating from Mitchell High School in 1955. In 1955, Doyle was united in marriage to Carol Earles. They started their family soon after a move to the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area. Their union was blessed with five sons. There, he worked multiple jobs at a time to provide for his growing family. Construction became his lifelong trade, and he dedicated many years of service to Brown and Dyer in Cedar Rapids.

Doyle later returned to South Dakota, settling in Woonsocket, where he continued his career of service to his community. For more than twenty years, he was employed by the Sanborn County Drainage Ditch Board, a position he held until his retirement in 2019. In November of 1994, Doyle was united in marriage to Josefina San Buenaventura.

Doyle found his greatest joy in the outdoors. Whether fishing, hunting, or simply spending time in nature, he appreciated the beauty and peace that came from God's creation. He was never happier than when he was outdoors enjoying the simple pleasures of life. He was a current member of Amazing Grace AFLC in Mount Vernon, South Dakota.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Josefina of Woonsocket; sons, Richard (Gisela) Estabrook of Woonsocket, Daniel (Ann) Estabrook of Sioux Falls, Steve (Marietta) Estabrook of North Carolina, and Terry (Ilene) Estabrook of Montevideo, MN; mother of his children, Carol Hendrix of Mitchell; step daughters, Juyon (Patrick) Donovan of Sioux Falls and Heeson (Darnell) Pitts of Sioux Falls; daughter-in-law, Anita Estabrook of Menno, SD; grandchildren, James, Derek, Erik, Carl, Dominique, Kassandra, Stephanie, Benjamen, Tyler, Tannor, Alexia, and Olivia; brother, Dennis (Geneva) Estabrook of Huron; and a host of extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arlo and Pauline; son, Bruce Estabrook; and siblings, Carl and Jean.

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05/26/2026

Peggy Ann Larsen

Peggy Ann Larsen, 69, of Mitchell, South Dakota passed away on May 23, 2026. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Additional obituary information will be available in the coming days.

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05/26/2026

RoseMary Boehmer

RoseMary (Kayser) Boehmer passed away on May 20, 2026 at Mesa Valley Estates in Mesquite, Nevada at the age of 90 years and 11 months. The celebration of RoseMary’s life will be held in Alexandria, South Dakota at St. Mary’s Church. Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2026 from 5:00-7:00 PM followed by a Rosary at 7:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, June 1, 2026 at 10:30 AM and interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. A luncheon will follow in the church hall.

And remember, celebrations always include bright colors and comfortable shoes!!

RoseMary aka “Rosie” was born on June 20, 1935 in Emery, South Dakota, the 9th of 10 children of Felix and Sophia (nee Krier) Kayser. She attended elementary boarding school, staying with her grandmother during the week. Rosie graduated from Alexandria High School in 1953 and then attended Mount Marty College for a year before working at Dan Dugan Trucking in Sioux Falls. Rosie and Linus met at a dance during the summer of 1956, began dating, and were engaged at Christmas that year. They were married on August 31, 1957 and lived in Brookings while Linus finished college and Rosie worked for the Dean of Pharmacy. They then moved to Windom, Minnesota.

While in Windom, Rosie and Linus adopted their 3 children: Ann, Paul, and Joan. The kids were always told “you are extra special because you are adopted” and what a blessing that has been!!

During their time in Windom, Gregory, Chamberlain and Pierre, Rosie was always bringing joy and care and love to the people she knew. She loved helping others! Holidays and birthdays with family and friends were all celebrations to be planned and enjoyed! From special birthday cakes to celebration banners, Rosie always had something going to make events special. She would organize all of her friends for dinner parties and caroling groups, where she would dress up like an angel or Santa Claus to add that special touch. Many of us remember the sing-a-longs at family gatherings around the piano or get togethers around the campfire.

Rosie was “the life of the party” and in later years at family gatherings it was always fun telling stories and watching her get the giggles until she had tears running down her cheeks. Linus and Rosie’s marriage of almost 69 years welcomed four grandchildren, Tylor Hanzlik (Dani), Blake Hanzlik (Brianna), Clayton Hanzlik (Kaycee) and Kali Peterson Squires (Steve), and seven great grandchildren, Charlee Rae, Weston, Calvin, Emersyn, Jamesyn, Ridge, and Rosie. The last great granddaughter being named after her great grandmother Rosie!

She was also very active with music in the church, planning, coordinating, and playing the organ/keyboard. She did many other things for the parishes they lived in, but her focus was always family first. While living in Pierre, RoseMary worked at The Right Turn, a career counseling center. She truly enjoyed watching the students get their GED, and helping the non-traditional students pursue education opportunities. She made their graduations special events with the programs and music she put together. RoseMary was also involved in the Stephen’s Ministry program.

RoseMary was preceded in death by her parents and all nine of her siblings. She is survived by her husband, Linus and daughter, Ann of Mesquite, Nevada; son, Paul (Cheryl) of Maple Grove Minnesota; daughter, Joan (Hollie) of Powell, Wyoming; and her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

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05/25/2026

Such a special part of our team for many years as well.

05/25/2026

Betty Lou Schabot

Betty Lou (Schryvers) Schabot, age 81, of Plankinton, SD died Saturday, May 23, 2026 at Aurora Brule Nursing Home. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Thursday, at the Plankinton United Methodist Church with burial at Mizpah Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at the Plankinton United Methodist Church with a prayer service beginning at 7:00 PM.

Betty Lou (Schryvers) Schabot, daughter of Henry and Berteries (Johnson) Schryvers, was born February 7, 1945 on a farm in Douglas County, SD. She was the youngest of two. The family moved from Douglas County to Aurora County. Betty attended Carber Country School in Aurora County. After her schooling she helped on the family farm.

In 1964 Betty was united in marriage with Robert “Bob” Schabot and the couple made their home on a farm north of Plankinton, SD. To this union two sons were born, Rodney Lee Schabot and Kevin Jay Schabot.

Betty babysat for the neighbors and also worked at I-90 Motel until she and Bob retired. The couple then worked as Janitors at the bank in Plankinton. She was a very loving person, but she especially loved her family and grandchildren. She will be missed very much.

She was a great lover of all animals, but mainly she liked her ducks, geese, cows and deer. Betty loved flowers but especially peonies. She even had a row of flowers in the garden.

She was a member of the Plankinton United Methodist Church where she was also baptized.

Grateful for having shared her life are her husband Robert “Bob” Schabot; a son, Rodney (Kristi) Schabot; a grandson, Loren Schabot; a granddaughter, Breann Schabot and friend Daniel; a brother, Donald (Margie) Schryvers; a niece Kari (Lance) Olson; many other relative and neighbors.

She was preceded in death by her son, Kevin Schabot; her parents and one sister, Mable.

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