Crawford-Osthus Funeral Chapel

Crawford-Osthus Funeral Chapel Crawford-Osthus Funeral Chapel where service and caring is our profession! We take our motto "Service and caring is our profession" very seriously.

Our main chapel is in Watertown, SD, but we also have chapels in De Smet, SD, Bryant, SD, and Hayti, SD. Our funeral home is handicapped accessible with a spacious foyer, three visitation chapels and a comfortable arrangement office that feels like home. At Crawford-Osthus Funeral Chapel, we give you value, choice and options. We offer Wilbert vaults and a complete line of metal and wood caskets as well as urns in many styles and compositions.

One meaningful gift you can give your family is organizing the memories and stories that matter. Gather photos and label...
08/21/2026

One meaningful gift you can give your family is organizing the memories and stories that matter. Gather photos and label them with names and dates. Record family stories in your own voice. Collect important documents in one place. Create a memory box with treasured items. Write down the stories behind family heirlooms. This isn't morbid. It's generous. It ensures your legacy is preserved the way you want it remembered. Start with just one box or one album. Small steps make a meaningful difference.

Thinking of the Steven Kjellsen family during this difficult time.Steven Dwayne Kjellsen, age 78, of Brookings, SD, pass...
08/21/2026

Thinking of the Steven Kjellsen family during this difficult time.

Steven Dwayne Kjellsen, age 78, of Brookings, SD, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at the Brookings Hospital.

Funeral services for Steven D. Kjellsen will be Monday 10:30 A.M. August 24, 2026, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Arlington, South Dakota.

Visitation will be Sunday, August 23, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Crawford-Osthus Funeral Chapel, in Arlington, and one hour prior to the services on Monday at the church.

Military honors will be provided by American Legion Post #22, of Arlington. Burial will be in the Arlington City Cemetery at a later date.

Link to obituary: https://www.crawfordosthus.com/obituary/Steven-Kjellsen

Thinking of the Rodney Tarum family during this difficult time.Rodney Tarum, age 76, of Lake Norden, SD, stepped into th...
08/20/2026

Thinking of the Rodney Tarum family during this difficult time.

Rodney Tarum, age 76, of Lake Norden, SD, stepped into the arms of Jesus on August 17th, 2026. In his final days, he was surrounded by friends and family, but there were hundreds - perhaps thousands - more who loved him.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 21, 2026, at the New Hope Church in Hayti, SD.

Visitation will be held prior to the service at the church starting at 9:00 a.m.

Link to obituary: https://www.crawfordosthus.com/obituary/Rodney-Tarum

The best way to honor a life well-lived is to keep living yours fully. Gather around tables. Tell the stories that make ...
08/18/2026

The best way to honor a life well-lived is to keep living yours fully. Gather around tables. Tell the stories that make you laugh until you cry. Eat the good food. Drink the wine. Hug your people. Life is meant to be enjoyed and not just endured. Don't wait for the perfect moment. This is it.

Thinking of the Eleanor Nadine "T***s" TeBeest family during this difficult time.It is with much sadness that we announc...
08/14/2026

Thinking of the Eleanor Nadine "T***s" TeBeest family during this difficult time.

It is with much sadness that we announce the death of Eleanor Nadine “T***s” (Schaefer) TeBeest, 94, of De Smet and formerly of Iroquois, SD, who passed away on August 4, 2026, in De Smet, SD, after a long illness.

Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 PM on Monday, August 17, 2026, at American Lutheran Church in De Smet, SD. The service will be livestreamed via the Crawford-Osthus website.

Visitation will be held from 4:00-6:00 PM on Monday, August 17, 2026, at American Lutheran Church in De Smet, SD.

Burial at Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, SD, at a later date.

Link to obituary: https://www.crawfordosthus.com/obituary/Eleanor-TeBeest

Thinking of the Joyce Ruesink family during this difficult time.Joyce Ruesink, age 96, of Watertown, SD, passed away pea...
08/13/2026

Thinking of the Joyce Ruesink family during this difficult time.

Joyce Ruesink, age 96, of Watertown, SD, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 10, 2026, at a local care center. A private graveside service will be held at the Bemis Holland Presbyterian Cemetery.

Link to obituary: https://www.crawfordosthus.com/obituary/PJoyce-Ruesink

When you're grieving it can feel like the world is moving forward while you're still standing still. If you're a parent ...
08/13/2026

When you're grieving it can feel like the world is moving forward while you're still standing still. If you're a parent navigating this while grieving or if this is your child's first school year without someone important be gentle with yourself. Communicate with teachers about your family's situation. Allow traditions to shift. Let your child feel whatever they're feeling. Take photos even if it feels bittersweet. Find pockets of joy without guilt. You're doing better than you think.

Every family is different. Every loss is unique. Every goodbye should reflect the life being honored. Some families want...
08/11/2026

Every family is different. Every loss is unique. Every goodbye should reflect the life being honored. Some families want traditional religious services in our chapel. Some want outdoor celebrations under open sky. Some want intimate home gatherings with close friends. Some want a combination. We're here to help you create a service that feels right for YOUR family with as much or as little tradition as you want. What matters most is that it honors your loved one authentically. What would a meaningful service look like for your family?

Thinking of the Julie Schortzmann family during this difficult time.Julie Schortzmann, age 65, of Watertown, South Dakot...
08/06/2026

Thinking of the Julie Schortzmann family during this difficult time.

Julie Schortzmann, age 65, of Watertown, South Dakota, passed away on August 2nd at home.

A graveside service for family will be held on Monday, August 10, 2026, at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Watertown, South Dakota, where Julie will be laid to rest alongside her parents.

Link to obituary: https://www.crawfordosthus.com/obituary/Julie-Schortzmann

Not every day needs to be your best day. Some days getting out of bed is the win. Making it through is enough. Doing the...
08/06/2026

Not every day needs to be your best day. Some days getting out of bed is the win. Making it through is enough. Doing the minimum is perfectly acceptable. We've been taught to always strive for more but sometimes good enough is actually great. Lower the bar today. You're doing more than fine.

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1311 4th Street NE
Watertown, SD
57201

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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