obituaries

Famed architect Ward Whitwam dies at 97

Legendary South Dakota architect Ward Whitwam died this week at age 97.

3 years ago

Cardiology pioneer remembered for quiet leadership, exemplary ability

The man credited with helping bring cardiovascular surgery to South Dakota has died.

3 years ago

Longtime business owner, civic leader Leo Reynolds dies

Leo Reynolds, who founded multiple businesses in Sioux Falls, died Nov. 24 following complications from an auto accident in August.

3 years ago

Tom Kelley, longtime CEO of Gage Brothers, dies at 62

Tom Kelley was a builder. He built buildings, teams, relationships and community. He died Oct. 15 at age 62.

4 years ago

Banker, business owner Houston Haugo dies

Banker and entrepreneur Houston Haugo has died.

4 years ago

Longtime state leader Gene Abdallah has died

“Perhaps no South Dakota has had more of an impact on law enforcement than Gene.” South Dakota has lost a legend in Gene Abdallah. Our condolences to all who loved him.

4 years ago

Longtime florist Pat Gustaf dies at 67

Pat Gustaf, longtime co-owner of Gustaf’s Greenery, died Monday at age 67 after a lengthy illness.

5 years ago

Open house set for Hazard

Jeff Hazard didn’t want a traditional funeral. So, instead, his family and architecture firm will honor his life’s work and celebrate design.

5 years ago

Sioux Falls lawyer, business owner Cutler dies at 77

Richard Cutler, longtime lawyer, entrepreneur and property investor, died Wednesday following a three-year battle with glioblastoma brain cancer.

5 years ago

‘Father of title insurance’ dies at 97

Ernest G. Carlsen, known as Ernie, the man who brought title insurance to South Dakota, died this week, one month shy of his 98th birthday.

5 years ago

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