When grandchildren came, Grandpa delighted in them and gave them lots of candy and hugs. Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com. No matter where he went, he would make a new friend, whether at a horse show in Oklahoma or introducing himself to the neighbors, while his son was moving to a new home. The marriage was solemnized Dec. 16, 1948 in the Manti Latter Day Saints (LDS) Temple. Funeral service for Robert L. Dillinger will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 16, 2019 at the First Presbyterian Church in Gillette, WY with Pastor Clint Pickrel officiating with burial to follow in Mt. Logan attended Bowman Schools and graduated in 1969. He always said he never regretted the move to South Dakota, and his family wholeheartedly agreed with him. Clint has two sons Justin and Jed Fletcher, and a daughter, Paige, married to Dereck Palmer. Harry Born, 92, passed into eternity on Monday, March 9, 2020, at his home in Follett less than one mile from where he was born. He was active in sports, 4-H, farming, showing cattle, wheeling and dealing, and trying new things for as long as anyone can remember. Hope Cemetery Association, Palouse Country Assisted Living, Rockford Methodist Church, or the American Junior Hereford Association Scholarship Fund. 2007 John started going to the National Senior Games and won numerous gold, silver, and bronze medals throughout the United States over the next twelve years. Arrangements are with Harvey Anderson Funeral Home in Willmar. He is survived by his wife, Ruth, 3 children, Wendy (Vaughn) Thorstenson, Cindy (Darwin) Aman, and Steven (Rene) Wood. Most friends and family had just celebrated the ranch's 100th year anniversary and family reunion at the Round Barn the week before his passing. He was baptized and confirmed in the St. Peter Lutheran Church of Orland, SD. 21-02-16-00075 D127 Teddy (m) (male) Poodle mix. Tom passed away peacefully the morning of September 24, 2019 at Palouse Country Assisted Living in Fairfield, WA. Jim is survived by his wife of 47 years, Donita; son, Joshua (Jill), granddaughters, Jadea and Jessie of Wheatland, and son, Nathan (Susie) of Cheyenne; brother, John Graves of Falcon, Colorado; sister, Jean Wiseman of Burns, Wyoming;  and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and nephews. In addition to running the ranch, Jane was a director on the Board of the Continental National Bank in Harlowton from 1980 until it merged with Citizen’s Bank in 2008. She worked harder at CK Ranch than anyone; active in all aspects of the cattle business including producing the ranch's annual production sale catalogs, hosting countless ranch tour groups, tracking cattle inventories, and making employees and their families feel valued and appreciated. Walter and Catherine raised their family and worked together on the farm for 42 years. She was an avid gardener, promoting nutrition to her family before it was a public health initiative. He found out later that he had been making the components for the atomic bomb. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 AM, Friday, January 3, 2020 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Hoven, SD, with Father Darin Schmidt, Celebrant. He was the second of five children. She was preceded in death by her two brothers, John & Jim Black and her grandson, Robert John Sellman. He is survived by the love of his life, Connie Hermann; children, Jamie (Julie) Hermann, Kadoka, SD; Laurie (Eric) Casper, Lake Preston, SD; Ryan (Tina) Hermann, Lemmon, SD; Kristy (Joe) Lokken, Bismarck, ND; grandsons, Paydon Casper, Riley Casper, Garrett Hermann, Kole Hermann, Walker Hermann, Weston Hermann, Ty Moran, Kolden Lokken; sisters, Caroline Tucker and Delores Huber. He didn’t like to travel too far from the ranch, but when he did he enjoyed going to the Spring bull sales. Dale was born on March 16, 1939 and passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2018. He attended Eggers' Grade school through the 8th grade. He spent his life’s work in the advancement of registered Hereford cattle and building the Rausch Hereford brand. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 13, 2018, at 10:30 am at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in North Platte, NE with Pastor Bob Deardoff officiating. In 1987, the First National Bank of Spokane awarded him the grand champion award for a load of yearling steers. At that very moment, Dusty found himself in a new role in life, which would become his most prideful and loving part of him: A Dad. Later, Ron established what came to be known as Severtson Polled Herefords’. Visitation will be Jan. 20 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. John is survived by his children Marci (Mike) Wiedebush, Aberdeen; Donald (Peggy) Zilverberg, Holabird; Karen (Ray) Geditz, Ipswich; Gary (April) Zilverberg, Holabird; 13 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; a sister Janette (William) Kubat Patterson, Edmond, OK. Mr. Stephens, 65, passed away quietly at his home on March 1, 2020. It has good mothering instincts that have earned it the nickname the “southern mama cow”. Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church Youth Ministries. He was a strong supporter of 4-H.  His grandsons were able to belong to the same 4-H club Dean was a member and leader of. On June 14, 1988 she married LaVerl Singleton. George was born October 23, 1931, in Washington, D.C. to Christopher MacDonald Swan and Jeanette Ure Swan. Ray was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Bonnie Black Colyer, brothers, Troy, Cliff, Walt and Marvin Colyer, sister Lola Blossom and grandson Robert John Sellman. Marguerite enjoyed the outdoors, flowers, gardening, fishing and golf. Burial will follow at St. Benedict’s Cemetery with military honors conducted by the Army National Guard Funeral Honors Detail. A vigil will be held at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Belt on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at 7:00 pm. The Hermann Ranch was honored to receive the SD Hereford Association Commercial Breeder of the Year Award in 2014. He was a lifetime member of the Smithfield Christian Church where he served as a dedicated teacher and board member most of his adult life, serving as an Elder for the last three years. He was a fun loving, vivacious young man who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He was a charter member of Bethel Christian Reformed Church and served as an elder or deacon for many years. Family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, at Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home of Herington. The Version table provides details related to the release that this issue/RFE will be addressed. The Kettles were portrayed in the National Geographic book The Mountain People and the Sunday Denver Times, and many beef industry publications. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the family for a later designation.Stonacek Memorial Chapel in Osmond is in charge of the arrangements.Keith Arthur Huwaldt was born Aug. 16, 1926, at Randolph to Ferdinand and Lola Grace (Beaton) Huwaldt. He has also been recognized by the Nevada Cattlemen’s Association for his contribution to the livestock industry in Nevada and for being the longest, continuous consignor at the Fallon All-Breeds Bull Sale. Jack served as Beef Superintendent for 4-H breeding beef at the County Fairs for many years, and more than 20 Nebraska Cattleman Classic shows and sales. In recent years, sons Dan and Tim took over management of the herd, but Marv continued to help. He was a man that understood nature and the effects on mankind. In 1957 Bill, Norma and their 4 kids sold their Shorthorn cows and moved to Washington State University where Bill was the Beef Cattle Herdsman. They had two sons, Barry and Ron. Funeral services: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at St. Paul Lutheran Church of Herington, with Pastor Colleen Teeuwe officiating. Punk was baptized and confirmed at Pleasant View Lutheran Church in Pleasant Valley Township near Ada, MN. Most family vacations included a Hereford sale or ranch visit to view cattle and meet and make new friends. Burial will be in the church cemetery. She was an excellent horsewoman and had an accomplished eye to spot outstanding cattle. She spent much time in prayer and reading her Bible, running with endurance the race that was set before her, looking to Jesus, who was the founder and perfecter of her faith. After graduating from 8th grade, he went to work full time for his neighbors, the Hawes family. She served for years as the Convention Committee Chairman of the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association, Secretary of the Colorado Hereford Association, member American Hereford Association, Secretary of the Colorado Republican Party, and President of the Custer County School Board. A few years later, Forrest “Woodie” Bell would meet the beautiful young woman in the photograph at the San Bento Fair in California. Gerhardt grew up on the family farm with his seven brothers and two sisters. Following college Byron entered the Air Force during the Korean Conflict. All the kids looked to Jerry as a big brother and friend. Their family was blessed with three children, all of whom he enjoyed spending time with while teaching the art of showing cattle and working with horses. He obtained his multi engine pilots license and flew for business and pleasure. Jake loved people, so it is only fitting that we have a memorial for him sometime later on. His strait-shooting, no-nonsense talk was his hallmark. After high school, he attended South Dakota State University and graduated in 1967 with a degree in Animal Science. This was just as important. On March 10, 1965, Punk married Diana (Miller) Bauer and in true cattleman fashion, they spent their honeymoon at the Valley City Stock Show. A visitation will be held on Friday, January 15, 2021 from 5:00-7:00pm at Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services (728 S. Knowles Ave) in New Richmond and one hour prior to the Mass at the church. As the kids grew older, the activities multiplied. During the war years, he volunteered, but after a month as sent home with an honorable discharge. In addition to her husband Jane was preceded in death by her parents Helen and Jim Law, her sisters Mary Fran Mollander (Denny) and Helen (Doodie) Russell (Spen). We were at his bedside wondering why he was handling his failing health so much better than us. Through years of hard work and dedication, Colyer Cattle Company was created and became the foundation of the ranch that grew and evolved into what it is today. She was AWESOME! Curtis was involved in many leadership roles such as Soil Conservation, Minnehaha Funeral Home, Mapleton Township board, The American Legion, Farm Services Agency, Silver Creek Watershed, Eastern Dakota Development District, VFW, 40 & 8, Farm Bureau, Renner Fire Department, and Republican Party to name a few. Richard J. Menke, age 92 of Fairbury, NE (formerly of Beatrice, NE)  passed away on July 24, 2018 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Lincoln, NE. Preceded in death by his wife, Leota, daughter Sheila, sister and brother-in-law Marguerite and Virgle Hanshaw,  brother Perl Menke, brother-in-law Stewart Earhart and sister-in-law and brother-in-law Elwyn and Maxine Dees. Burial will be in the Graceland Cemetery, Burke. But after a week of auctioneering school and hundreds of hours of practice while driving the Texas highways, Bert became one of America’s most prominent cattle auctioneers and changed the business in Texas. He was also preceded in death by his older brothers Eugene, Virgil, Duane and brother-in-laws Lu Ihle and Larry (Lefty) Schmidt. He was father to four children and grandfather to seven. Other hobbies included hunting, target shooting, and fishing when he had the time, and any activities involving his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Diana; children Denver (Roxie) Silha, Bismarck, ND; Tressa (Jason) Dodge, Bowman, ND; Megan (Brad) Hlebechuk, Bowman, ND; Nevada (Jessie) Silha, Bismarck, ND; 11 grandchildren-Camden, Janiya, Breier, and Bronson Silha; Cheyenne and Suttyn Dodge; Emersyn, Hadyn, and Annistyn Hlebechuk; McKenzie and Dylan Silha; brother Randy (Cheryl) Silha, Mindoro, WI; Roxie (Eddie) Holecek, Rhame, ND; Nada (Dale) Carter, Starbuck, MN; Myrna (Alex) Friedt, Carrington, ND; along with numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. George was predeceased by his father Wilfrid in 1978, his mother Mabel in 1984 and three siblings, William (Bill) Edgar, Robert Edgar and Jean Novel. He was born to Paul Grabenstein and Clara (Holbein) in Cozad, NE on May 13, 1942. Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, May 31, 2019 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Miller with Rev. BB stands for Bill Bennett better beef. Burial will be in the Mount Hope Cemetery in Scotia. He went on to graduate from Ada High School in 1956, and during his time there was very active in both 4-H and FFA. His love of sports kept him involved in all he could fit into his schedule, and he remained an avid sports fan throughout his life, attending and encouraging all his sons and following all their events through high school and college. A Funeral Service for Jean was held on Friday, June 26, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the Fairmont Community Church. The intensively managed grazing Judy employs is a supercharged version of traditional cattle-grazing techniques. Two months after their arrival, their first son Rory (George Jr.) was born. Relentlessly selecting for the best-adapted cows within his own system has allowed Judy to produce South Poll mother cows so well-adapted that they stay healthy through the winter. After a short time at UND-Williston Clint decided that college wasn’t for him and enlisted with the North Dakota National Guard. In 1964 Staats, who was in ill health, turned most of his business assets over to Charlie and Mary. The Bar H was special to him because it was an original Thybo family ranch. Gene Weldon Grabenstein of Eustis, Nebraska passed away Monday, July 22, 2019 at St. Luke’s Assisted Living in Kearney at the age of 77. Pallbearers for the service included Zac Scott, Nick Scott, Ryan Scott, Curtis Scott, Adam Scott, and Dakota Cooper. Memorial gifts may be sent to Bozeman Prison Ministries (P.O. Lois Berdina (Stillman) Helms, age 95, of Arapahoe, Nebraska passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at the C.A. She received a Bachelor of Science in animal husbandry from California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo. lnterment will be in the Lucas Cemetery - Lucas, KS. He has judged numerous cattle shows and fairs throughout the West, including the National Western Stock Show in Denver several times. She is survived by her husband. A family burial will take place afterward. She loved how the calves played and chased and the love they shared for the life they lived together. The registered Polled Hereford herd began with animals purchased on a farm sale. After marriage, Keith and Virginia farmed and lived south of Randolph. In 2010 he and Liz celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary along with celebrating 100 years of the ranch being in the Jones family. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Charles Joe Martin please visit our Sympathy Store. He was always working to improve the genetics of the herd and traveled many states to purchase bulls. Elaine Adams, raised in New Jersey and living in Ohio, brought a special dimension to Jerry's life. Doug was preceded in death by his parent, in-laws, many musician friends and fellow Polled Hereford breeders. His funeral will be live streamed at https://youtu.be/kJt_0aqsYSw. He lived his entire life on the family ranch in Wise River. Mark’s proudest achievements were being a wonderful father to his two beloved children. Jane was a special initiate of the Alpha Upsilon chapter of the Zeta Tau Alpha fraternity in 1968, serving as an advisor for several years. Then he and his family moved to Colorado where he served as a fieldman for the Western Livestock Journal. He rode his horse to school many times. Todd passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at his farmstead that he loved and purchased when he was 19 years old. Marti married Dan Wilber in September 1995. He also served as a member of the Garfield District School Board. Serving as casketbearers are Paydon Casper, Riley Casper, Garrett Hermann, Kole Hermann, Walker Hermann, Weston Hermann, and Eric Casper. Ray was a member of the Bruneau American Legion Post #83 for 76 years and past commander, was a member and served as president of the Owyhee Cattlemen's Association, member of the Owyhee County Fair Board and a proud sponsor of many cattlemen's sponsored steers at the Owyhee County Fair. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, September 5, 2020, at 10:00 a.m., at the Central Christian Church in Belleville, with Pastor Jacob Rice and Pastor Mark Imel officiating. He received an Honorary High School Diploma from Baltic High School in 2002. Jean enjoyed the outdoors and her animals. He spent the ensuing years passionately improving his registered Hereford breed. JD was known by many, and had many long-lived friendships. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at the First Baptist Church in Darrouzett with Rev. He retired after he wore his knees out. He attended Lakeside School, graduated from Queen Anne High School and then went on to Menlo Park Junior College and attended Oregon State University class of 1964. Ron has also continued a lifetime of reading from his own library collection over the years, as well as, from the huge selection available from Sioux-Land Libraries. There will be a visitation at Ellis Funeral Home on Sunday, March 18, 2018 from 5 to 7 pm. He was also a member of the Grenora Gun Club and helped build its clubhouse. The traditional ranching industry denies the charge that grass-raised cows are better for the climate than their grain-fed product. Prospective buyers mingle with cattle before the auction during the South Poll Field Day in Copan, Oklahoma. In August of 1992, Ed and Gloria were united in marriage at the Presbyterian Church in Sturgis and Ed helped Gloria raise her two children, Cyndi and Bryan, as his own. Marv and Nell were married on August 14, 1953. He had Champion Carload in 1986 and 1996 and numerous reserves. He married Elizabeth Pilling, June 5, 1960 and for over 58 years they ranched side by side, raised their family and were involved in several organizations within their community and Beaverhead County. She also taught Sunday and Saturday School and was a faithful servant of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League. He married Jackie Hopper. Clint was born August 3, 1950 to Adolph ‘Duffy’ and Ellamae Schultz in Williston ND. The family wishes to extend a special their appreciation to the staff at Compassus Hospice, especially Dorothy, for the special care that Earl received. He sold the ranch in 1998 and began an active retirement. Women and kids in one vehicle, dads in another. Judy raises cattle in a highly–managed, grass-only system that he believes is better for his cows and the environment. He was born to Winfred and Florence (Bennefeld) Bauer on July 18, 1938, in Ada, MN. He is survived by his sisters: Charlene Carlsen Bringelson (Gene); Jeanne Carlsen Nelson (Rick) niece Nicole Jean Nelson and nephew Nicolaus Tate Nelson; fiancé Mary Mentele and her children Elizabeth Mentele and Alex Mentele; and God Daughter, Jess Heil of Newell. Smitty was a loving man that touched the lives of so many, including extended family. He attended school in Grundy County, Iowa. George W. Knox of Tarzan, Texas passed away peacefully at his Ranch Home on Thursday afternoon, March 15, 2018. Then he worked for George Swan, and finally for the Hamilton Ranch. He was preceded in death by his parents.Funeral services will be Friday, December 22, 2017, beginning at 11 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Northfield with Reverend Paul Graham officiating. He loved to watch baseball and cheer on the Minnesota Twins. His greatest love was his children and his grandchildren – Megan and Marc. Thank you so very much. They left WSU in  1963 to move to Connell and  work for TT Herefords, owned and operated by Harold Thompson. Eventually all three sons graduated from Twin Bridges High School. Belt, MT - Little Belt native and Belt area resident, Jerry Gliko, 75, passed away quietly at Peace Hospice House in Great Falls, February 10, 2019 from complications of Emphysema and COPD. He spent his 21st and 22nd birthdays in Japan, a period of 14 months. is entrusted with arrangements. Burial will be at the St. Ansgar Cemetery in St. Ansgar, Iowa. Ranching became increasingly complex, but Jane ran a darn shipshape outfit and was attentive to every detail. Peters Funeral Home of St. Paul is assisting the family. De Smet - Thomas (Tom) Peckenpaugh, 74, De Smet, SD, died Sunday September 9, 2018 at the De Smet Good Samaritan Center, De Smet, SD, after a 2-year battle with cancer. Jim continued to be appointed and served on national committees. For the next two years with the funds they were able to save, they purchased cattle and grazing ground in the area. She loved to travel, including many fishing trips to Canada, vacations in Alaska, Europe, the east coast and other parts of the United States. Burial will follow at Eustis East Cemetery. Interment was held in the Fairmont Public Cemetery following the Funeral Service and the Fairmont American Legion Post 21 provided Military Honors. He loved the Lord, his family, farming, and good cattle and left a rich and lasting heritage. He served on the first Adams County Board of Equalization. Jake was a local member of the Lions Club, he also was one of the building architects in the restoration of the Legion Hall and the building of the amphitheater. He earned a national 4-H scholarship for designing a milking system for the family farm. In 1965 John formed the Bar JZ bowling team that he bowled on until the bowling alley closed in 2012. At age 2 Ross was moved to the Children's hospital in Redfield, SD where he lived until his passing at age 13 in March of 1966. He was honored to have been consulted by President Johnson while he alive and was asked by Lady Bird to manage dispersal sale of LBJ’s cattle upon the former president’s death. Phil Allen, 94, of Antimony, UT, passed away peacefully Dec. 7, 2018. Following his honorable discharge, they started farming in the Montrose area and moved to Flandreau in 1955 onto what was then known as the Pettigrew Farm.