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Arlo Ivan Kolden, 85, formerly of Vienna, died peacefully Friday evening in Sioux Falls.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 from 5-7 PM at Arne-Weerts Funeral Home in Clark.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at 11:00 AM at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Vienna with Pastor David Larson officiating. Dorothy Fuller will be the organist. Visitation at the church will start at 10:00 AM
Burial will follow at Pleasant Lutheran Cemetery of rural Vienna with the American Legion Johnny Fonken Post 113 out of Willow Lake, performing military graveside rites.

Pallbearers will be Dale Peterson, Gary Kolden, Les Kolden, Dan Brenden, Eric Brenden and Brad Terhark.

Arlo Ivan Kolden was born on August 3, 1926 in Foxton Township, Clark County to Magnus & Agnes (Steen) Kolden. He attended grade school in Foxton Township, one year at Naples High School then graduated from Clark High School in 1944. Arlo was drafted into the US Army in 1945 and served over in Germany. After his military service he started farming. Arlo loved farming and the farm life so much that he did it his whole life. Arlo married Theresa Smith on March 20, 1948 in Vienna.

Some of the activities Arlo enjoyed were playing cards, shooting pool, shooting gophers, drinking coffee and conversing with people. He loved to have company come over and to speak Norwegian whenever he could. Arlo took two trips to Norway during his lifetime. He was a life member of the Vienna American Legion #277, Present member of the Clark American Legion, Member of Lutheran Brotherhood, N.F.O, in which he held many offices in the local organizations, and current member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Vienna; in which he was in the choir there as well as Pleasant Lutheran Church choir.

Arlo is survived by his wife Theresa of Sioux Falls; son, Randy Kolden of Sioux Falls; brothers, Merle (Joanne) Kolden of Wallace, Lee (Alice) Kolden of Lake Preston and Milo (Janice) Kolden of Clark, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins in this country as well as in Norway.

Arlo is preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Mavis Porter, a brother-in-law, Vincil Porter and a sister-in-law, Lucille Kolden.

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Richard S. Grann, 87, of rural Carpenter, died at his home on Tuesday, September 6, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5-8pm on Friday, September 9, 2011 at the United Methodist Church in Carpenter.

Funeral services will be on Saturday, September 10, 2011 at 2:00 PM, at the United Methodist Church in Carpenter. Shirley Scotter will officiate the service.

Pallbearers will be Richard’s grandchildren.

Burial will follow at Richland Cemetery north of Carpenter.

Richard was born May 11, 1924 in Carpenter, SD to Elmer and Gertrude Grann. He graduated Doland High School in 1942. After graduation, he worked for the FBI in Washington D.C. for a short time. Dick studied music in Minneapolis, MN then returned to the family farm near Carpenter to farm with his father.

Dick was known for his beautiful tenor voice. He frequently sang at weddings and funerals in the Carpenter area. He was also active in the Carpenter Church where he sang in the choir for many years.

On May 22, 1949, Richard married Carol Board. They made their home on Richard’s family farm north of Carpenter where they shared 58 wonderful years together and raised three sons.

Richard loved visiting with company and neighbors. He was a board member of the Clark County Conservation District for a number of years.

Dick is survived by three sons Mike (Kathie) Grann, Wallace, SD; Rick (Julie) Grann, Loveland, CO; and Jeff (Crystal) Grann, Carpenter, SD; one brother, Cliff (Eileen) Grann of Seattle, WA; two sisters-in-law Annie Grann, Cheyene, WY; Ruby Vetos of Kimmer, WY; five grandchildren: Jeremy (Amy) Grann, Colman, SD; Jon (Andrea) Grann, Sioux Falls, SD; Christopher Grann, Minneapolis, MN; Teresa (Jeff) Wahlert, Sioux Falls, SD; Jessica (Brent) Kramer, Sioux Falls, SD; nine great-grandchildren: Devon Wahlert, Alivia Grann, Dawson Wahlert, Nevaeh Grann, Layla Grann, McKinley Kramer, Hannah Grann, Jonah Grann and Isabella Grann. He had many nieces, nephews and extended family who he loved dearly.

He was preceded in death by his wife; his parents; two sisters Hazel (Art) Boyd and Elma Grann; one brother Irving Grann.

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Charles Allen Walker, 72 of Clark, passed away Monday, August 29, 2011 at his home. A memorial service will be held at the Walker Farm, 17935 423rd Avenue Clark, SD on Saturday, September 3, 2011 at 10:00 AM.

Charles A Walker was born October 30, 1939.  He raised four children whom he loved deeply.  He always had a story to tell, loving life and fighting to the end.  He will be missed by his wife, Patricia, of 52 years and his children: Pixanna, Alan, David, all in WA, and Kenneth in ND.  He leaves us to ride God's mountain trails on a good horse, free of pain.

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Alan F. Lohr, 72, of Raymond, died Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at Prairie Lakes Hospital in Watertown.

Per Alan’s request, there will be no visitation.

Mass of Christian Burial will be on Saturday, August 13, 2011 at 10:30 AM at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Clark with Father Jon Short officiating.

Burial will be private.

Pallbearers will be David Understock, Dwane Understock, Dally Understock, Danny Understock, Harlan Erickson and Dwight Noethlich.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Alan’s grandchildren, friends and acquaintances over his lifetime.

Alan was born August 11, 1938 to Walter and Frances (Hanson) Lohr on the family’s dairy farm. As a child he loved hunting, fishing and riding his favorite horse Ruby. Alan was an excellent scholar and athlete. During his school years, he served as freshman and senior class president, student body president and was homecoming king at Logan Consolidated Schools where he graduated valedictorian in 1956. He attended SDSU, where he met and married Carol Street in September 1960 and subsequently graduated with a BS Degree in Civil Engineering. After finishing his Masters in engineering from Purdue University in 1962, the family moved to California with their first child Michael.  They had three more children and in 1973 moved back to South Dakota where Alan combined his two loves: farming and engineering.

His professional career involved numerous engineering projects in SD and other states including Texas, California and Colorado. He eventually settled again at the family farm in Raymond and married Diane Understock in 1995.  They founded Big Al’s Pheasant Farm in 2000 and have hosted numerous hunting groups over the years, some from as far away as England.  Alan and Diane have contributed a significant proportion of the proceeds from this endeavor to the Children’s Care Hospital in Sioux Falls, where Alan was a member of the board of directors.

Alan was known for many things including his charismatic storytelling, his unending pursuit of knowledge and his dedication to his livestock, but what truly defined him was his deep love and devotion to the land he was raised on. He is survived in death by his wife Diane of Raymond; his four children, Michael (Sandra) Lohr of Sparta, NJ, Dr. Michele (Robert) Corsini of Sioux Falls, Susan (Wendell) Feltman of Hixson, TN, William (Pamela) Lohr of Roseville, MN; ten grandchildren; four siblings, Jerome (Jolene) Lohr of Saratoga, CA, Sharon DeVaney, James (Mary) Lohr of Ames, IA; Lynell Lohr (Lance Bellville) of Sausalito, CA.

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Ronald W. Palmer, 70, of Clark, died Monday, May 23, 2011 at his residence.

Visitation will be on Thursday, May 26, 2011 from 5-8 PM at Arne-Weerts Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be on Friday, May 27, 2011 at 10:00 AM at the Clark Assembly of God with Pastor Kevin Petersen officiating. Judy Wileman will be the pianist.

Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Troy Mudgett, Tracy Palmer, Craig Palmer, Doug Palmer, Chad Thomas and Harlan Becker.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Lynn Van Bockel and the afternoon coffee group.

Ronald Palmer was born in Clark on January 13, 1941 to Wilbur and Naomi (Fox) Palmer. He attended school in Clark then worked for various farmers in the area. Ronald married Linda Becker at the Methodist Church in Clark on December 20, 1959. Ronald worked for Monroe Arne and lived in the Raymond/Conde area until they moved to Minnesota to purchase a farm in 1971. Ronald and Linda moved their family back to South Dakota in 1985. Ronald started his 32 year trucking career in Raymond and eventually became self-employed. He hauled potatoes for McCains, CSS and RDO Farms. Trucking was Ronald’s passion. He also loved fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed his apples trees and his vineyards.  Ronald was a member of the Clark Assembly of God and was on the church board for many years.

Ronald is survived by his wife Linda and their 8 children; Kathy (John) French of Ponsford, MN, Craig Palmer of Clark, Candy (Phil) Resch of Nevis, MN, Pepsi Crowell of Detroit Lakes, MN, Doug (Denise) Palmer of Fredonia, ND, Marcy (Kelly) Hink of Watertown, Tracy (Maggie) Palmer of Sturgis, Tara (Chad) Thomas of Clark, 20 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers; Don and Sandy Palmer of Rapid City and Richard Palmer of Helena, MT, along with 4 nephews and 1 niece.

Ronald is preceded in death by his parents, 1 son, 1 granddaughter, 2 great-granddaughters

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 Dennis R. Whitaker, 66, formerly of the Willow Lake area, died Friday, May 6, 2011 at the Cheyenne VA Medical Center in Cheyenne, WY.

Per Dennis’s request, there will be no viewing or visitation.

Funeral services will be on Thursday, May 12, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Arne-Weerts Funeral Home in Clark.    
           
Burial will follow at Hague Lutheran Cemetery of rural Willow Lake with military graveside rites performed by American Legion Johnny Fonken Post # 113.

Dennis R. Whitaker was born in rural Clark County on Christmas day of 1944 to Richard and Marie (Geise) Whitaker. He attended and graduated from Willow Lake High School in 1962 then he enlisted into the US Air Force as a mechanic. Dennis served his country with two tours in Vietnam before returning stateside to serve in North Dakota and California. Dennis was an avid race fan and watched all types of races. He especially enjoyed working on his cars that he owned.

Dennis is survived by his two sons; Richard Dennis Whitaker of Oklahoma City, OK and Ronald Arthur (Kris) Whitaker of Kingman, Arizona, five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, a sister; Katharine (Dale) Haug of Alexandria, MN, brothers; Allen (Linda) Whitaker of Brookings, Norman Whitaker of DeSmet.

Proceeding Dennis in death are his parents, Aunt; Emilie "Babe" and Uncle; Emil Arthur and several cousins.

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Dale W. Fuller, 86, of Clark, died Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at the Golden Living Center in Clark.

Visitation/gathering will be held on Thursday, April 28, 2011 from 1-3 pm at Arne-Weerts Funeral Home in Clark.

Per Dale’s request, there will be no funeral or memorial service.

Dale was born in Naples, SD on April 29, 1924 to Frank and Ollie (Fox) Fuller. He attended school in Clark until the 10th grade. Dale worked on the same farm for over 50 years in the Clark area. On November 28, 1966 he married Lois Johnson in Naples. He loved all sports, especially Minnesota Twins baseball and Vikings football and bowling. Dale was an avid outdoorsman in his younger years. Dale was a dedicated family man.

Dale is survived by his wife Lois of Clark, daughters; Julie Stone of Rapid City and Amy (Dwight) Gubbrud of Belle Fourche, a son; Frank Fuller of Clark, grandchildren; Taylor and Carson Gubbrud, a sister; Elsie Remmers of Watertown, along with several nieces and nephews.

Dale is preceded in death by his parents, one sister and four brothers.

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Visitation will be on Tuesday, April 12, 2011 from 5-8 PM at Arne-Weerts Funeral Home in Clark.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 11:00 AM with visitation starting at 10:00 AM at the Clark Assembly of God. Pastor Kevin Petersen will be officiating.

Burial will follow at Richland Township Cemetery of rural Carpenter.

Pallbearers will be Chris Arne, Matthew Watkins, Leslie Watkins, Catey Watkins, Spencer Arne, Joshua Arne, Ryan Arne, Jolene Graper, Jason Arne, Jasmine Graper, Jordan Graper, Parris Arne and Bolton Arne.

Honorary Pallbearers will be all friends, neighbors and relatives who have been touched by Monroe’s life.

Willys Monroe Arne was born the second child to Earl and Isabelle (Jones) Arne on August 14, 1927. Monroe’s parents were farmers in Fordham Township. Monroe received his diploma from Logan High School in 1944. He was active in 4-H and attended the national conference. He built one of the first wind generators in Clark County and used it to provide lighting for his father’s house.  He attended and served for many years as a board member at Clark Assembly of God Church and farmed with his dad in Fordham Township and served on the township board. Monroe integrated television and radio repair into his busy farming schedule. He was involved in Farmer’s Union and the Historical Society.

He met Millie LeLaCheur in Watertown at a youth group hayride and they were married two months later on February 12, 1951 in Brookings, SD. Two weeks after their wedding, the young couple’s new life plans were changed by a letter from Uncle Sam. Monroe was called to serve in the US Army during the Korean War. He attended the Signal Corps training for radio communications while stationed in California. In 1953, the young family returned to the family farm in Clark County.

His wife, Millie, died in 2006. Monroe was reacquainted with Phyllis Brock, and they were married on his 80th birthday.

He will be sadly missed by his wife of over three years, Phyllis, four children, Steve ( Debbie) Arne, Rapid City, SD; David ( D.J.) Arne, Littleton, CO; Judy ( Dale) Watkins, Rapid City, SD; Blair ( Robin) Arne, Carpenter, SD; eight grandchildren; Jolene (Cory) Graper, Ryan (Dana) Arne, Leslie Watkins, Chris Arne, Jason Arne, Catey Watkins, Matthew Watkins, Joshua Arne; five great grandchildren; Jasmine, Parris, Jordan, Bolton, and Madison; Two brothers, Vernon Arne of Salt Lake City, Don (Annabeth) Arne of Carpenter, and sister, Alice (Ron) Louden of California.

Monroe was preceded in death by Millie, his wife of 54 years, parents Earl and Isabelle Arne, two grandchildren, Jeremy & Kevin Arne, daughter-in-law Lynn Arne,  two sisters-in-law,  Beverly Arne and Norma LeLaCheur, three brothers-in-law, Gerald Wood, Ray VanAntwerp and Wayne Zellmer.

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Sandra “Sandy” A. Bell, 68, of Clark, died Thursday, April 7, 2011 at the Golden Living Center in Clark.

Visitation will be on Sunday, April 10, 2011 from 3-7 PM at Arne-Weerts Funeral Home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, April 11, 2011 at 10:00 AM from St. Michael’s Catholic Church. Viewing at the church will start at 9:00 AM on Monday. Fr. Bill Hamak will officiate. St. Michael’s Choir will be singing. Kalli Bell will be the soloist. She will be singing “I Miss You” by Miley Cyrus.  

Burial will be private at Rose Hill Cemetery due to weather conditions.

Pallbearers will be Tony Terrill, Jim Orris, Merlyn Ritter, Ronnie Lamb, Bill Karber, Merritt Seefeldt and Tom Kranz.

Honorary Pallbearers will be the Clark Lions and Lioness Clubs

Sandra “Sandy” A. Bell was born in Branford, CT on August 16, 1942 to John and Rena (Cinquanta) Seastrand.  She graduated from Branford High School in 1960. Sandy worked at New England Telephone Company after high school until 1963. She married Kenneth Lloyd Bell on October 2, 1963 in Stony Creek, CT then they moved to South Dakota and started Bell’s Repair. Kenneth and Sandy also started Clark Sales in 1978. In the early 1990’s, Sandy owned and operated Nannies Elite for over 12 years; in which she recruited and placed nannies throughout the United States.

Sandy was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, in where she was active in the altar society and the church choir, Hustling Homemaker Extension Club since 1968, she won the Distinguished Service Award from 1976-77 from the Clark County Jaycees, Clark Lions and Lioness Club where she won the LCIF award in 1997, Clark Bowling League, The Red Cross, American Cancer Society and the Relay for Life, Sandy started the after prom party with Anita Kranz in 1987.

Sandy is survived by her husband, Kenneth Bell, children; Kenny (Nancy) Bell and Karen (Wayne) McCants all of Clark, grandchildren; Kelsi and Kalli Bell of Clark, step-granddaughter, Sienna McCants of San Diego, CA, mother, Rena Seastrand of Clark, sister-in-law, Mary Ann Seastrand of North Haven, CT, nephew, John Seastrand of Middlefield, CT, special cousins; Charlie and Patti Creem, Barbara Blake and Ann Forest, father-in-law, Lloyd Bell and a host of other relatives and friends. Sandy was a loving wife and mother who dedicated her life to helping others. She was an extremely dedicated grandmother because of her support of her granddaughters’ activities. Sandy will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Sandy is preceded in death by her father, brother, a nephew and a mother-in-law.

Memorials in Sandy’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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