Will Funeral Chapel

10/27/2026

Diane K. Rassel

Diane Kay Rassel, age 74, of Mitchell, SD died at her home on Friday, October 23, 2026. Celebration of Life Services will be 3:00 PM Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Will Funeral Chapel, with burial at a later date.

Diane Kaye (Figland) Rassel, daughter of Forrest and Leola (Fraser) Figland, was born on March 31, 1952 in Mitchell, SD. She grew up on a family farm near Plano, SD. Dianne attended school at Plano School before graduating from Mitchell High School.

Diane was united in marriage with Bernie Rassel on August 1, 1970 in Mitchell, SD. She received her LPN Nursing Degree from Mitchell Vo-Tech. Diane was employed at St. Joseph Hospital in Mitchell, SD. She later was a stay-at-home mom and raised her family. When the boys were old enough Diane was employed as a teacher’s aide at the Farmer School and Millbrook Colony. The couple later purchased the Alexandria Locker and ran that business for four years. After selling the business, Diane worked as a nurse’s aid at Avera Brady Health and Rehab. Diane was diagnosed with MS and quit working. After Bernie’s death, she was employed part-time with Steve Scholten at his investment business.

She enjoyed the farm, spending time with her grandchildren and her cherished cat Sammy.

Grateful for having shared her life are her three children, Joel (Dawn) Rassel, Woonsocket, SD, Justin (Menetta) Rassel, Fulton, SD, Jamie (Rebekah) Rassel, Columbia, SC; five grandchildren, Brenden Rassel, Lima, OH, Elizabeth Rassel, Iowa City, IA, Addison (Weston Weber) Rassel, Sioux Falls, SD, Camden Rassel, Lima, OH, Alexander Rassel, Columbia, SC; her mother, Leola (Fraser) Figland, Mitchell, SD; two brothers, Dick (Peggy) Figland, Mitchell, SD and Dave (Wendy) Figland, Mitchell, SD.

She preceded in death by her husband, Bernie and her father, Forrest Figland.

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10/23/2026

Beverly Jeanne Yates

Beverly Jeanne Yates, age 89, of Mitchell, SD died under hospice care at her home in Mitchell, SD. Funeral services will be 1:00 PM Thursday, October 29, 2026 at the Mitchell Assembly of God Church with burial at Graceland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at the Will Funeral Chapel with a prayer service beginning at 6:30 PM.

Bev was born May 17, 1937 in Kimball, SD to Clarence and Esther (Runge) Carlson. She was surrounded by a large extended family with cousins that were more like sisters.

She graduated from Kimball High School, getting married to Roger Yates in 1956. While Roger was stationed in Korea, she lived with her parents and two brothers who had moved to Mitchell. She welcomed her three daughters between 1959 and 1964 before designing her dream home in Mitchell. She was a stay-at-home mother until she decided she wanted to go to school to become a nurse. That plan was abandoned after she became a single mother needing to support her daughters. She worked as a home-health aid for the Department of Social Services, a desk clerk at the Super 8 Motel and as activities director for Meadowlawn Plaza for about 20 years. She also held second jobs at JC Penney, McDonald’s, and as a cashier for Kmart where she was very proud her till always balanced. She had a special love for the elderly and truly loved serving the residents of Meadowlawn Plaza. She made friendships that lasted long after her retirement. After her divorce, she met Rosemary and Pat and the three of them became very close friends lasting through the ups and downs of life. She was a devoted daughter taking care of her parents through their multitude of health issues.

In 1984 she made Jesus her Lord and Savior. She continued her mission of sharing God’s Love and forgiveness through Jesus Christ until she went to be with Him. She would talk to anyone, anywhere as she loved people of all ages; and enjoyed visiting whether she knew you or just met you in the store aisle. She was an inspiration to so many for her faith, love of God, love of family, love of people and her strong spirit of determination. She always reminded others of the power and importance of forgiveness.

Grateful for having shared her life are her two daughters, Holly (Don) Thorpe of Mt. Vernon; Dawn (John) Carlson of Owatonna, MN; four grandchildren, Sarah (Tyler) Carlson-Bradley; Nicole (partner, Mikee) Carlson; Audra (Christopher) Roettele and Brandon Thorpe. Great Grandchildren, Felix Bradley, Alivia, Bennett and Cooper Roettele; cousins, one aunt and special friends that have been an integral part of her life over the years.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Judith Yates; her parents, her brothers Frederick and Gary, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins; as well as many special friends.

She will be missed greatly by so many; but we know she is dancing on the streets in Heaven! She loved to dance and she was always so young at heart.

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10/21/2026

Celebrating the life of Jon Gamber today. His friends at Palace City Transit brought his bus today in honor of the lives he touched.

10/19/2026

Shirley L. Minahan

Shirley Minahan, 74, of Mitchell, South Dakota passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls. Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 23, 2026, at Will Funeral Chapel in Mitchell.

Shirley was born to Frank and Berniece (O’Connor) Minahan on July 22, 1952 and lived in Lake Andes, SD. She graduated from Andes Central High School in 1970. After high school she attended a vocational training school in Mitchell, SD. She lived and worked most of her life in Mitchell and after retirement she moved to Wesley Acres Senior Living where she lived at the time of her death.

Shirley is survived by her sister, Marlene (David) Remillard, Garrison, ND and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Duane Minahan; and sister, Deborah (Ronald) Grosz.

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10/16/2026

Maria Miller

Maria Miller, 80, of Mitchell, South Dakota passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., Friday, October 23, 2026, at Will Funeral Chapel in Mitchell. Graveside services will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Mitchell.

Maria Assunta Grech, daughter of Salvatore and Maria (Mifsud) Grech was born on January 1, 1946, in Victoria, Gozo, Malta. She graduated from Oxford University with her degree in teaching. She was united in marriage to David Miller in Mitchell in 1970. They were blessed with one son, Michael. She worked at the dairy in Mitchell, Syncom, and Mitchell Plastics before her retirement.

Left to cherish her memory are her son, Michael; brother, George Grech; sisters, Paola Hili and Nancy Bugeja; brother-in-law, Peder Ventegodt; and a host of nieces and nephews and extended family in Gozo, Malta and Copenhagen, Denmark.

She was preceded in death by her husband, David; and her parents, Salvatore and Maria; sister, Rita Ventegodt; beloved husky, Nanuk and bichon frise, Isabelle.

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10/15/2026

Thomas Edward Hoffman

Recordings of both the Wake Service and Funeral Mass will be available on Tuesday, October 20.

Thomas Edward Hoffman, age 72, of Alexandria, SD unexpectedly passed away October 14, 2026 at his home in Alexandria, SD. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM Monday, October 19, 2026 at St. Mary of Mercy Catholic Church in Alexandria, SD with burial at St. Mary of Mercy Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Sunday, October 18, 2026 at St. Mary of Mercy Catholic Church in Alexandria, SD with a wake service beginning at 6:30 PM.

Tom Hoffman, was born March 20,1954 to Harold and Delores (Fahy) Hoffman in Mitchell, SD. He grew up in the Alexandria area and attended Hanson High School, graduating in 1972. On August 4, 1973, Tom was united in marriage with Kathy Erpenbach at St. Mary of Mercy Catholic Church in Alexandria, SD. This union brought two sons, Shane and Ryan.

After graduating, Tom worked on his father-in-law’s farm before working various trucking jobs. He drove truck at Shanards/Big Green for 28 years before retiring. He enjoyed working on the farm with his sons and spent his free time reading historical fiction/American frontier books and watching “Mash”. Tom was a volunteer for the Alexandria Fire Department. He always looked forward to prairie dog hunting with his best friend Lynn.

Tom was diagnosed with cancer in April of 2026 but was recently declared in remission the beginning of October 2026. He took pride in his family and could be seen taking pictures of his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Tom is survived by his wife Kathy, his children Shane (Janel) of Sioux Falls, Ryan (Julie) of Alexandria; grandchildren Makenzie (CJ) Stukel, Haley, Aiden, Ashtyn and two great grandchildren Quincy and Malcolm. His siblings Jane (Pat) Derrington, Oran (Jo) Hoffman, Fay Klock, Teresa (Dave) Goedeken, Karen (Jim) Mannie, Brian (Wanda) Hoffman, Brenda (Neil) Meyer, Dede (Cory) Collins, Gail (Jason) Larson; sisters-in-law, Audrey Erpenbach and Diane (Larry) Eich; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, parents-in-law, Harold and Mary Erpenbach and a brother-in-law, Jerry Erpenbach.

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10/13/2026

Lana Jean Tegels

Lana Jean (Sinkie) Tegels, age 58, of Mitchell, SD died under hospice care on October 12, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family. Memorial services will be 2:00 PM Sunday, November 1, 2026 at the Mitchell Moose Lodge.

Lana Jean (Sinkie) Tegels entered into this world on Christmas Day (December 25, 1967) in Huron, SD to Henry “Joe” and Gail (Truman) Sinkie. She grew up on the farm and attended Gann Valley Elementary thru the sixth grade before transferring to Wessington Springs for seventh and eighth grade. Lana graduated from Wessington Springs High School in May of 1986. She then attended Lake Area Vocational School for Cosmetology. A passion Lana held until her retirement on August 5, 2026 after 40 years.

Lana met the love of her life, Todd Tegels and they were united in marriage on June 7, 2024. They spent their fun time riding their Harley Davidson, attending the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and son many other adventures.

She was a member of the Pink Ladies Dart League, being inducted into the Pink Ladies Hall of Fame in 2025.

Grateful for having shared her life are her husband, Todd Tegels, Mitchell, SD; two sons, Mark (Ashley) Sinkie, Mitchell, SD, Matthew Marvig, Detroit Lakes, MN; six grandchildren, Shaylee Hansen, Haidlee Hansen-Sinkie, Camron Toman-Sinkie, Grayson, Aiden and Addison Sinkie; her parents, Gail C. Truman, Red Wing, MN and Henry “Joe” (Sheila) Sinkie, Hill City, SD; two brothers, Matthew (Dulcy) Sinkie, Gann Valley, SD and Gerrad Doering, Woonsocket, SD, Jason (Lily) Scheiding, Deacon, NY; a sister, Audrey Scheiding, Red Wing, MN; her aunts, uncles, nieces and their families; and the many friends she has found in her life.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Byron and Juanita Sinkie, Rose Cable, Bill Truman; her great grandparents, George and Della Sinkie, Loretta Janes and an aunt, Connie (Ralph) Timmerman, uncles Monte (Pat) Truman, Jay Truman.

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10/13/2026

Jonathan "Jon" Gamber

Jonathan “Jon” Gamber, age 62 of Mitchell, SD died Friday, October 9, 2026 at UNMC Hospital in Omaha, NE. Memorial visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at Will Funeral Chapel in Mitchell. Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, October 21, 2026, also at Will Funeral Chapel. Interment with military honors will follow the service at Serviceman's Memorial Cemetery in Mitchell.

Jonathan “Jon” Edward Gamber was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Harold and Betty (Hendrickson) Gamber on December 15th, 1963. He was raised in Sioux City,IA, Artesian, SD, and was a 1982 graduate of Mitchell High School.

In 1987, Jon married Kimberly Van Overschelde and share two sons; Dillon in 1991 and Dakota in 1992. Jon and Kimberly raised their family in Mitchell, SD, then Brandon SD where Jon worked at Risen Savior Catholic Church and Sioux Vocational Services. In 2007, they returned to Mitchell, SD where Jon worked in property maintenance at Meadowlawn. Most recently, Jon was a driver for Palace Transit of which he retired in early 2026.

Jon wore many hats throughout his life providing for his family. He was an Air Force Veteran and received Firefighter of the Year for the squadron at Mountain Home Air Force Base. He was one of the first zamboni operators at the Mitchell Ice Arena, a Volunteer Firefighter in Mitchell, worked in property maintenance at Dakota Wesleyan University He enjoyed hunting, gardening, and was a great cook. Jon loved to make people laugh and to make people feel welcomed and cared for. Whether through a quick joke, an infectious laugh, or a kind word, Jon was a joy to be around and a friend to everyone. He was considered a gentle giant by most who knew him. He enjoyed his many nieces and nephews and was happy to be Grandpa to Everett and Elaine.

Jon is survived by his two sons, Dillon Gamber Fort Collins, CO and Dakota (Cassie) Gamber, Watertown, SD; two grandchildren, Everett, & Elaine Gamber, Watertown; his mother, Betty Gamber, Mitchell, SD, brother, Jeff Gamber (Annette); his girlfriend, Pamela Stephens, Sioux City, IA; his ex-wife, Kimberly Van Overschelde-Gamber, Mitchell, SD; two brothers-in-law, Kevin (Kim) Van Overschelde, Mitchell, SD, Kent (Kelsey) Van Overschelde, Mitchell, SD; two sisters-in-law, Karen Van Overschelde, Mitchell, SD and Kaydee (Maverick) Harrington, Mitchell, SD.

Jon is preceded in death by his father, Harold Gamber, brother, Jasen Gamber, and Donna & Leo Van Overschelde, and K-9 companions Riley, Deacon, and Murphy.

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10/10/2026

An amazing testimony from an amazing team!

💜💜This past Monday, our Mitchell Memory Care team came together to honor the life of someone who meant so much to all of us.

Barb wasn’t just a resident of our community. She was family. She was an amazing woman with a heart of gold, and her kindness and love left a lasting impression on everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

As the funeral procession passed by our community, our team gathered to release purple balloons in her memory. It was our way of saying one final goodbye, in a way we knew Barb would have absolutely loved.

While our hearts are heavy, we are forever grateful for the memories, laughter, and love Barb shared with us. 💜💜

10/09/2026

Dr. Dick J Dondelinger

Dr. Dick J. Dondelinger, age 79, of Harrisburg, SD died Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at the VA Hospice Cottage in Sioux Falls, SD. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Will Funeral Chapel with burial and military rites at Graceland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at the Will Funeral Chapel.

Dick Dondelinger (Doc) was born on August 28, 1947 in the quaint little town of Mitchell, South Dakota. His childhood was filled with love for the outdoors. To him, being able to hunt and fish was the epitome of a life well lived. If he was not out in the woods, he would likely be found in detention for frequently skipping class. Doc was always an avid learner, though certain subjects drew his attention more than others. His thirst for knowledge would later propel him to pursue higher education.

After graduating high school Doc felt compelled to serve his country. During this time the U.S. was embattled in The Vietnam War and Doc's passion was stirred to serve and sacrifice for his country. Doc was the type of man who was unable to sit on the sidelines while others served. He initially wanted to enlist in the Air Force as a pilot but was denied due to his color blindness. Not to be deterred, he enlisted in the U.S. Army without a second thought. Doc dutifully served multiple tours in Vietnam, risking his life to help others in need.

After being honorably discharged, Doc returned back to his small hometown. Unsure of what his next steps in life were, he pursued work in construction and eventually radio station sales to make ends meet. Eventually, he found his next calling in life. His lifelong passion for learning led him to enroll at Dakota State University where he obtained his Bachelor's degree in Psychology. He ultimately moved out to Portland, Oregon to attend the University of Western States where he completed his doctoral program in chiropractic medicine. From there Doc would eventually settle down in Sioux Falls, South Dakota where he opened his own practice serving the community for over 20 years.

Doc had so much love and respect for every person he met. You would never catch him without a smile on his face. He was the type of person that was always willing to lend a helping hand no matter the circumstances. He was the type of person who cared so much for others. Doc was always willing to lend an ear, giving sage advice and having meaningful conversations about life. He always knew the right words to say that left you feeling loved after talking to him. He will be greatly missed, especially by his beloved family and friends, and each one of us knows that a piece of Doc will forever be in our hearts. He will be remembered for his generous heart, his love for learning, and the many ways he made others feel included.

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