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Jacqueline Voss, 93
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Jacqueline Voss was brilliant, elegant, accomplished, unassuming and charming.
Born in Winner, South Dakota in 1927 to Jacob and Audrey Holm, she passed away peacefully in Lincoln, Neb. on June 9, 2020. In the intervening 93 years, she both followed the path set out for her as wife to Orville (“Scad”) Voss and mother to Steven (Connie Healey) and Wendy (James Livingston), and was a trailblazer as a university professor and administrator.
In 1968, contrary to her early expectations and almost 20 years after receiving her undergraduate degree in home economics, she received her Doctorate in Educational Psychology and Measurements. She then joined the faculty of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, winning multiple teaching awards. In 1979, Dr. Voss was named associate dean of the School of Home Economics at North Dakota State University.
One year later, she became the dean. In 1982, she assumed leadership of the College of Home Economics of the University of North Carolina. Under her transformational leadership, that college became the College of Human Environmental Sciences— an applied human science program that included the schools of Human Development and Family Studies; Housing and Interior Design; Social Work; Food, Nutrition and Food Service Management; and Clothing and Textiles.
After her retirement in 1992, she worked as a consultant with the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Washington, DC. Throughout her life she was a mentor and role model to many.
Her mother always told her, “Jacque, just do your best.” She certainly did.
She is survived by her children and grandchildren (Andy and Sara, Nate and Stephanie, Tighe and Melissa), sister Barbara (Bobbe) Kositzsky, god-daughter April, nieces and nephew, and so many friends and admirers. She will be sorely missed.
Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, please read Dr. Voss’s statement on education (https://uncg.academicworks.com/donors/dr-jacqueline-h-voss-endowed-scholarship) and make a donation to the college of your choice. lincolnfh.com
Arlene Olson, 87
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Arlene Olson, 87, of Winner, SD passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at the Winner Regional Healthcare Facility in Winner, SD.
Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at 2 p.m. at the Mason Funeral Home in Winner. Burial will be held at a later date. A visitation will be held one hour prior to memorial service.
Arlene was born on a homestead 6 miles north of Mission, a daughter of William and Opal Leighton, she was the 3rd born of her parents. Growing up with 2 sisters named Donna and Hazel, and a brother named Bud. In her early years she raised chickens and ducks that she loved to care for, and riding her buckskin horse named Buck.
She would ride Buck a few miles every day to the country school in Todd County where she gained her education. Later on, in life she moved into Mission to live with her sister, and to start work for the local veterinarian, where she met the love of her life, Alvin Olson.
Arlene and Alvin got married at the Winner Methodist church on Sept. 14, 1957 and from that unity she had two beautiful children. Ray was her first born son on Sept. 30, 1958 and he was her whole world until the birth of her second child named Debbie on Jan. 28 1966.
In her later years she became a laundry housekeeper and loved working for Bud and Louanne Haley at Haley’s Motel, then the Haley’s had the Warrior Inn built and she continued her career there when Gary and Sheryl Hutchison became the new owner and from that bloomed a great friendship for Sheryl and Arlene.
Arlene retired from the Warrior Inn to enjoy her golden year with grand and great grandchildren.
Alvin and Arlene loved to travel to their favorite destination Branson, MO and to Texas, and various other locations. There are many great and fond memories of her in her many years of life.
Arlene loved to make people happy, one time she and Jean walked across town just to get ice cream from the Dairy Queen, because they were in the mood to get ice cream.
Her hobby was sewing, she could make or repair any outfit she desired, and made many Barbie doll clothes as well.
Arlene is preceded in death by her parents William and Opal Leighton, two sisters Hazel Harrison, Donna Larvie, adopted brothers Ronnie Baker, and Benny Leighton.
She is survived by her loving husband Alvin Olson, son Ray Olson, daughter Debbie Hoffer, brother Bud Leighton, adopted brother Donnie Baker, adopted sister Ida Icard, and many great grandchildren, as well and nieces and nephews.
Robert Schmitz
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Funeral services for Robert “Mike” Schmitz were held June 12 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Bonesteel with Fr. Jonathan Dillon officiating. Burial was in St. Mary’s Cemetery on Bonesteel.
Robert “Mike” Schmitz entered this world on July 18, 1928, the second child of Clarence and Mary (Darcy) Schmitz at Burke, South Dakota. He went to eternal rest on June 7, 2020.
Keith Meyer, 76
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Keith Meyer, 76, of Winner, SD passed away on Monday, June 8, 2020 at his home in Winner.
Funeral service was held on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the Winner First Baptist Church. Burial followed in the Winner City Cemetery.
Keith Leroy Meyer went to be with Jesus on June 8 in his home in Winner, surrounded by his loving family.
Keith was born on Sept. 12, 1943 in Winner to Otis and Virginia (Bell) Meyer. He attended country school West of Winner near the family farm.
He started dating the love of his life, Margaret Larsh, during their senior year, and they graduated from Winner High School together in 1961. They attended Southern State Teacher’s College in Springfield, South Dakota, where Keith graduated with a bachelor’s degree in electronics with a minor in math.
Keith and Margaret were married on Aug. 17, 1963 at First Baptist Church of Winner. They moved to Pierre, SD where Keith worked as a TV repair technician for Karl’s TV and Appliance, and where their first daughter Keatha was born.
Jobs took them to Cheyenne and then to Green River WY, where Keith began his career as a telephone central office technician. Their second daughter Megan was born to them in Green River. His job with Southwestern Bell then took them to Edwards, CO, where their third daughter Cathy joined their family.
In 2003, Keith retired from the phone company and he and Margaret returned to Winner to live in Margaret’s childhood home. Keith was never one to sit still and enjoyed working and building. He remodeled and expanded their home over the years.
He worked part-time doing maintenance for an apartment complex and tirelessly helped maintain the old First Baptist Church of Winner, where he and Margaret were active members. Between 2013 and 2015, Keith was a critical member of the team that built the new First Baptist Church of Winner building on S. County Road.
The new church building is a testament to Keith’s faith, skills, and heart.
Keith was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He had an endless supply of energy and skills, and never hesitated to help when needed.
His daughters, sons-in-law, and grandchildren will always treasure his kindness, gentle demeanor and generosity, and will continue to admire him as the toughest guy they knew.
Keith was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by Margaret, his wife of over 56 years; daughters Keatha, Megan, and Cathy; grandchildren Jake, Ben, Luke, Seth, Sierra, Nykyta, Kaylee and Kara; and great-granddaughters Kassidy, Eleanor, and Kinley. He is also survived by his brother Wayne, and sisters Jean, Joanne, and Betty.
He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.
Agnes Orel, 83
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Agnes Orel, 83, of Winner, SD passed away on Wednesday June, 10, 2020 at the Winner Regional Health Care Center in Winner, SD. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the Winner City Cemetery.
Agnes Ann (Klima) Orel was born in Witten, SD on March 29th 1937 to Joe and Anna Klima.
Agnes and her family moved close to Dallas, SD. She attended schools in Tripp and Gregory Counties. She attended Gregory High School. While attending High School she worked Stukels Café part time, also she worked at Warrior Inn.
In 1956 she married Melvin James Orel and they lived on their farm near Hamill. They had three daughters, Elaine, Eileen, and Lori.
Agnes loved her family, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Agnes also loved working in the garden and flower garden. She was also an avid cake baker and baked several cakes for birthdays and anniversaries. Agnes also loved to square dance.
They moved to Winner in 1993 where they both spent their time and enjoyed retirement.
She is survived by her husband, Melvin, of 64 years, 3 daughters, Elaine (Brad Boes), Eileen Larson, Lori (Keith McCarty), 8 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and a brother-in-law, Donald Orel.
Preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Anna Klima, her brother Frankie, several aunts and uncles, mother and father-in-law Joe and Anna Orel, and a brother-in-law, Darrel Orel.
Pandemic does not stop summer recreation
By Dan Bechtold
Editor
Summer recreation in Winner started Monday with a different look due to COVID-19.
The program is run by the Winner High School girls volleyball program under the guidance of head coach Jaime Keiser.
Summer rec is a fundraiser for the high school volleyball team.
Summer rec will run from June 1 to July 17. It is open to youths in begindergarten to 8th grade and is held a Monday through Friday at McDonald Park.
Coach Keiser said summer rec runs from 9 a.m. to noon. The coach received approval to start with program as long as rules are followed to stop the spread of the virus.
All girls on the volleyball team take part and can pick six days to work.
Depending on how many kids show up, this year they will be divided into small groups of 10 or less.
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New FFA officers installed
Winner chapter of FFA recently elected new officers.
Meagan Blare is the new president. Other officers are: Madaline Watzel, vice president; Maggie DeMers, secretary; Amanda Blare, treasurer; Aaron Gilchrist, reporter and Chase Boerner, sentinel.
Several other awards were announced in a virtual end of year ceremony.
Persons were able to watch the event on Facebook.
Heather Rowe received both the Taylor Watzel and the Wayne Robbins scholarships.
Ryder Mortensen received the Pinter scholarship.
The honorary chapter degree went to Andrew Roth.
Outstanding class awards include:
Outstanding freshman—Amanda Blare
Outstanding sophomore—Madaline Watzel
Outstanding junior—Aaron Gilchrist
Outstanding senior—Jack Ducheneaux
Advisor awards include:
Blue and Gold award—Jalen King
Leadership award—Heather Rowe
Effort award—Adam Bohnet
Growth award—Chase Boerner
Excellence award—Justin Hausmann
Teamwork award—Meagan Blare
Olson’s Celebrate their 70th Wedding Anniversary
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J. D “Junior” and Melba Olson dance on their driveway to celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary. Playing the accordion is Bob Vrbsky. Their anniversary was May 29.
Outdoor Concert in Gregory
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The Martins will present an outdoor concert in Gregory on June 14 at the City Park.
The Prairie View Gospel Barn is hosting a concert, Sunday, June 14, but because of social distancing guidelines, the concert will be held outdoors rather than in the regular venue.
The gospel trio, The Martins, will perform at the Park Performance Center, at 7 p.m. that evening in the Gregory City Park.
Siblings, Joyce, Jonathan and Judy, collectively known as The Martins, have enjoyed countless radio hits and performances at concert halls, arenas, auditoriums and churches worldwide.
During the 1990s, The Martins rose to national and international success, showcasing their stunning and distinctive harmonies before a vast array of audiences, from legendary singer/songwriter Bill Gaither’s multi-award winning Homecoming Video and Concert Series to the White House to Carnegie Hall.
Over the years the Trio garnered eight Dove Awards from the Gospel Music Association, as well as a prestigious Grammy nomination.
In 2003, the siblings chose to take different paths. “We needed that time off to recharge our batteries on all levels,” Joyce explains. “That was a very important time for each of us. We needed to grow individually, both in our spiritual lives, as well as in our personal lives.”
After nearly a decade of pursuing individual music careers, the three reunited in 2010, and today their precedent-setting musical influence is as strong as ever.
In 2011, they released their first new recording together in 10 years. New Day, distributed by Gaither Music Group, was produced by Jay DeMarcus (Rascal Flatts), and features the trio’s unmatched family harmony.
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In support of the release, The Martins returned to touring and found the welcome arms of audiences who have been embracing their music for decades. “Once we got back on stage,” Joyce shares, “something just clicked and felt right.
‘If God, in His graciousness, was willing to use us again as a trio, who are we to say that He shouldn’t?’ we thought.”
In 2013, the Martins returned to the studio with four renowned arrangers, Lari Goss, Michael English, Matthew Holt and David Phelps, to record The Martins A Cappella.
The recording marks the first a cappella release for trio since 1996 and features The Martins’ unmatched and unmistakable rich vocal abilities. Released in May of 2014, the recording garnered a Grammy nomination for Best Roots Gospel Album.
Most recently, The Martins returned to the recording studio to produce their latest recording. Still Standing was released July, 2018, under the Gaither Music Group label and promises to offer even more success for the popular trio.
This all-new recording finds the multi-Grammy nominated vocal group standing stronger than ever, showcasing their benchmark family blends and intricate arrangements produced by renowned producer Gordon Mote.
These compositions, including the remake of their classic hit “Wherever You Are,” reflect the latest chapters in siblings Judy, Joyce and Jonathan’s journeys as they share messages of God’s goodness and providential hand at work in every season of their lives.
With a long list of tour dates and exceptional new music, exciting and rewarding times most definitely await The Martins and audiences worldwide.
Tickets will be sold at the gate, but are also available in advance at BankWest in Gregory, by contacting Geoff Smith at 830-1545, or online at itickets.com.
Be sure to bring a lawn chair and observe social distancing.