Memorials

Thank you to all who have provided a meaningful gift to honor a special person or pet . . . to remember and celebrate the life of a loved one.

PETS TO REMEMBER . . .

2010

In memory of Justice, beloved friend and companion to Stephanie Silbernagel

Connie Blair in honor of Jodi Owen for all the unadopted Nala's

Connie Blair in honor of Judy Blain in memory of Herschel and Smudge

Connie Blair in honor of Dave Richards in memory of Shy, Molly and Rhonda

2009

In honor of Kay Cee Hodson in memory of her loving pet, Barkley

In honor of Anne Denton and the beloved dog Puck, from Jean Denton

In memory of Miss Kitty, from Helene Miller

In memory of Lisa and Gerry Sayler's Sassy, from Ruth Rehn

In memory of Emily and Mike Ward's Max, from April and Matt Smart

In memory of Brenda and Kyle Manning's Buzz, from Stacy Juss, Sarah Farnsworth, and Elizabeth Fredrich

In memory of Tim and Bonnie Bjork's Ginger, from Ruth Rehn

In memory of Mary Creager's Murphy and Betty Truax's Sam

In memory of Miss Kitty, from Helene Miller

In memory of my mother's kitty friends: Preston, Posey, Sophie, Maxi, Gladine from Ricki Bloomenrader

In Memory of Miss Kitty, cat of Helene Millerby Tom & Terri Pellino

In memory of Lady, 15-yr. old Black Lab who passed away this past December by Roger and Nila Novotny

2008

Memorial for Sadie, beloved dog of Chad Kusser and family, by Kim Kusser

Memorials for Mia, beloved dog of Roxanne Oakley and family, by Kim Kusser and Kathy Hammond

Memorial for Nanette Dailey's dog from Ann Sines

Donation for Torque by Leticia Garza

In memory of Houston by Molly Jahrus, Mark & Cindy Phillips, Holly Kelly, Lindy Bouchie

Memorial for Budreau Blank, pet of Shelly Blank and Lee Miller, by Merrie and Marshall Miller

In memory of Max, beloved dog of Betty Truax from Lindy, Kathy, Teddi, Kim and Marla

2007

In honor of Beau, Shamu, Cleo & Hobie from Julia Jones

In memory of Sour, cat loved by Lindy and Matt for the 2 1/2 years of his life.

In memory of Belle, beloved cat of the Kongslien's from Lindy Bouchie and Betty Truax.

In loving memory of Copper, Dutchess and Kita from Mark and Shirley Barber.

In loving memory of Betty Truax's dog Max, from Susan Schlichenmayer, Tim and Julie Kongslien.

In Memory of her dog Max, Ruth Rehn.

In loving memory of Lindy Bouchie's cat Taurus, by Holly Kelly, Debby Bouchie, Amanda Ames, Kathy Hammond, Tim & Julie Kongslien and Cathy Sonnenschein.

In memory of Amber, a Sheltie who came to us 11 years ago as a frightened, badly abused dog, and died on June 25 as a well loved friend. From Donna Leslie

In memory of NASA, a good horse which passed recently owned by Crystal Goeden from Judith Munson.

In memory of Lady, the St. Bernard of Marty and Dennis Ottenbacher from Betty Truax.

In memory of Snuggles, the beloved cat of Tim and Kara Brandlee, from Cathy Sonnenschein.

In memory of Rhonda, the beloved canine companion of Dave Richards from Marshall and Merrie Miller. Rhonda was a wonderful dog - very loving and athletic.

In memory of Lady, the beloved dog of Kevin, JoAnne, Kim and Seth Hipple; from Katie Larson.

In memory of Bugsy, the beloved dog of Steve and Marla Anderson; from Betty Truax, Lindy Bouchie, Barbara Christensen, Monte Kramer and Tracy Mercer.

In memory of Rescue, the beloved cat of Lindy Bouchie; from Debby Bouchie.

In memory of Tiger Lilly - loved cat of Amanda Ames; from Lindy, Betty, Kathy, Tim and Julie.

In memory of CoCo - loved cat of Jeff and Holly Kelley; from Lindy, Betty, Kathy, Tim and Julie.

In memory of Sampson - adopted by the Melanie and Bob McDonald family, from Betty Truax.

In memory of Elsa & Shona, pets of friends lost in a very short time of each other - from Shannon George-Larson

In memory of Wonky, kitten loved by Julie, Tim, Kristian, Faith and his feline siblings; from Molly Jahraus, Kathy Hammond, Betty Truax, and Lindy Bouchie

In memory of Lindy’s cat Rescue, form Scott and Linda Rausch

In honor of Fleetwood Mackey, the dog rescued 14 years ago by Merrilee Miller and Shelly Blank, from Merrie and Marshall Miller.

In memory of Sammie, the well loved canine friend of the Schlichenmayer, Boren, and Kongslien families from Susan Schlichenmayer.

2006

A donation in loving memory of Sweetie the pampered pup of Lee Miller and Shelly Blank from Marshall & Merrie Miller.

In memory of Misha the dog of Lora Dagel, from Donna Leslie

G.R. & J.A. Munson a donation in memory of George the Bassett Hound of Crystal, Gary, Josh and A.J.

Gary & Crystal Goeden a donation in memory of George their Bassett Hound

In memory of Xena the cat, pet of Rod & Megan Anderson, from Betty Truax

In memory of Jingles, the pet & companion of Marc, Audrey, Kelly, & Clint Miller, from Merrie and Marshall Miller

In memory of Giovannie whose gentle spirit touched us all, even though his time with us was short. From Lindy Bouchie, Cindy Phillips, Molly Jahraus, and Lyn Nelson.

In memory of Meredith - her life with us was short, but we will remember her forever. From Lindy Bouchie, Jody Rausch, Molly Jahraus, Cindy Phillips, and Lyn Nelson.

In Memory of Oreo Jane the adopted dog of Joe & Allie Austad. Oreo was a fierce protector and loyal friend.

In Memory of Ripley (dog of Gon & Tiffany Sanchez) from Debby Bouchie

In memory of Maggie Rehn from Ruth Rehn.

In Memory of Maggie Rehn - from Lindy and Debby Bouchie, Betty Truax, Molly Jahraus, Kathy Hammond, Jody Rausch, Cathy Sonnenschein, and Amanda Ames.

Fozzie Carstensen, from Cathy Sonnenschein

Lucky Dog Colleran, from Julia Jones

In memory of Scooby - a dog loved by Mike & Ann Sines. From Donna Leslie & Paul Lepisto

2005

Scooby (dog of Mike & Ann Sines), from Ann Sines

Daisy Mae, from Ann Sines

2004

Tess, in memory of a wonderful dog and companion. Rich and Cindy will miss Tess, forever. From Vaudis Ivey

Tess, in memory of a loving canine companion and faithful friend of Rich Ivey and Cindy Canode. From Sue & Juan Banda & Samson (Sammy) the cat

Marshall (cat of Debby Bouchie), from Donna Leslie & Paul Lepisto

Jesse (dog of Betty Truax), from Betty Truax

2002

"Mackinac Caesar" ("Mac") Adler, from Cathy & John Adler

2000

"Mac," Cathy & John Adler's Cocker Spaniel friend, companion, and family member, from Cathy & John Adler

"Nacho", Crystal & Gary Goeden's Basset Hound, from Betty Smith

"Molly", Brad Hipple’s canine pet, from Mary Fran Damico



MEMORIALS AND HONORS

2010

Donation from Todd Traut and from Nancy Dickinson in memory of Charles Bilbrey

Donation in memory of Polly Stacey by Kay Cee Hodson

In memory of Cassie Adams, a young girl, with a heart for animals. From her friends at the Humane Society.

2009

In honor of Ruth Rehn, from Jodi Owen

In honor of Sally and Dan Boyd, from Jodi Owen

In honor of Tara Adamski, from Jodi Owen

In memory of Cassie Adams, from Lindy Geraets and Kathy Hammond

In memory of Mary Van Camp White, from Nick White

In memory of Mary White, from Nicholas and Jessica White

In honor of her father David Carlisle, from Chylynn Carlisle

In honor of Michele Farris, from Sheridan Anderson

In memory of mother Luella Nagel, from Lauren Laird and Dallas Vavra

In memory of Maxine Isenberg, from Janet Wettergren

In memory of Nanette Daily, from Wilbert and Mary Fenger

In memory of Wanda Turbiville, from Lindy Geraets, Debby Bouchie, and Molly Jahraus

In memory of Hariet Ronning, from her daughter Lora Ronning and her grandchildren

In memory of Murphy, Shawn, Stephanie, Michael and Jonathan Lyons, from Donna Leslie and Paul Lepisto

In memory of Maxine Isenberg from Charlotte Hoyt

In mother's, Marlys Nellermoe, name by Deb Mortenson In honor of daughter, Anne Denton, and dog, Puck, by Jean Denton

In honor of dad, David Carlisle, by Chylynn Carlisle

In honor of Michele Farris by Sheridan Anderson

2008

In Honor of Jodi Owen - In Memory of Riptide and Dakota by Connie Blair

In the Name of Matt Smart by Roger & Cherri Reed

In Honor of Sally Boyd by Jodi Owen

In memory of Marge Buhl by Cathy Sonnenschein

Memorial for Cliff Branaman from Donna Hawk

Donation to building fund in Rick and Ana Jensen's name by Dianne Penson Lerner

Memorial for Building Fund in memory of Cliff Branaman, father of Mrs. Donna Hawk, by Gaylord & Cathy Sonnenschein

In memory of Paul Volk, father of Jerry & Paula Hunsley, husband of Nina Volk, by Gaylord & Cathy Sonnenschein

In memory of Karen Allen's name by St. Mary's Hospital Auxiliary

Donation to the Building Fund - Jean Coull Memorial by Peggy Neiles

Jean Coull memorial from Stephanie and John Briggs

Memorial for Jean Coull by Chris & Gerry Ganz, Joan Likness, Pat Engebretson, Tania Hinesh, Caroline Sorensen, South Dakota State University Foundation

In memory of Luella Strudle from Cathy Sonnenschein

In memory of Luella Strudle from Eugene & Josephine Vetter, James & Jeanne Riis, David & Susanne Ruhnke, E E & Donna Hawk

2007

In honor of co-workers at Tourism State Development from Kay Decker

In memory of John Rock.

In honor of Scott Hayne, from Mary Keeler.

Memorial for Stephanie Asheim Young from Bonny Schroyer.

In honor of Carolyn Riter on her birthday from her daughter Lindsey Riter-Rapp.

In memory of Lynn Marie Beaver, from Laura and James Graves.

In honor of my cat Jack, Joe Nadenicek

In remembrance of Francis Marshall, from Kathy Evans & Sharon Skjong

In honor of Francis Marshall, from Lavonne Marshall.

In Memory of Francis Marshall, from Cathy Sonnenschein

In memory of Francis Marshall, from Cindy and Mark Phillips.

In memory of Francis Marshall, from Betty Truax, Donna Wright, Wendy Reed, Molly Jahraus, Lindy Bouchie, Debby Bouchie, Kathy Hammond & Jody Rausch.

In honor of Jodi Owen from Connie Blair

2006

In honor of the Bilbrey/Stoeser family, Bonham/Hostler family and the Beau Bilbrey family from Jim Bilbrey

In honor of Scott Hanye from Jean Keeler

In honor of Joyce Pulfrey from Paul & Judy Merriman & family

In memory of Jess Rausch from Cathy Sonnenschein.

In memory of Catherine Anderson, Mother of Steve and Marla, foster parents to many homeless dogs from Betty Truax

In memory of Jess Rausch from his friends.

In memory of Jess Rausch from Nancy Hanson.

In memory of Jess Rausch from Jody, Scott & Dorothy Rausch.

In Memory of Marvin Anderson, from The Board of Directors and volunteers of the Humane Society.

In Memory of Judy (Peterson) Pfab, from Arlyce Peterson (mother), family and friends

In remembrance of Roberta Kaiser from her husband, Don. A true animal lover with 4 cats of her own.

A memorial in memory of Johnetta Helen Schmitgen-Ricley. From her sister De Dee Schmitgen.

2004

Edna Shangreaux - from Jacqueline L. Anderson, daughter

Mike and Ginger Suiter in remembrance of Lil Suiter

Molly Allen in remembrance of Lil Suiter

Robert and Ann Allen in remembrance of Lil Suiter

Toyota Tech Center in remembrance of Lil Suiter

Cathy Sonnenschein in remembrance of Jesse Suiter

2003

Bob and Sara Hartford - in remembrance of Chester Buck Schwerdtfeger Hartford (1986-2003)

Edna Shangreaux - from Jacqueline L. Anderson, daughter

2002

Douglas E. Shangreaux - from Shangreaux Family and Thomas & Carmin Sommer

Edna Shangreaux - from Jacqueline L. Anderson, daughter

Velma Anderson, a beautiful person who deeply loved animals - from Linda Ziskind

Velma Anderson, in loving memory - from Sonja Brown, daughter

Edna Shangreaux from Jacqueline L. Anderson, daughter

Esther Huft from Julie Bolding.

Dr. Donald H. Person, from Jerre Willis

2001

Edna Shangreaux, who died 01/02/2000, from Jacqueline L. Anderson, daughter

Edna Shangreaux from Jacqueline L. Anderson, daughter

Lula McLaughlin from Willis & Della McLaughlin and other family & friends from Sandra Verhelst, Lowell Richards, & Dorothy Jones

Lula McLaughlin from Office of Air, Rail & Transit, Caroline Sorensen, & Betty Lindbloom

Margaret Olson from Esther Huft

2000

Margaret Olson from Helen Wegner & Christi Beck

Tyler Dockter from Anne Gormley

Edna Shangreaux from Jacqueline L. Anderson, daughter

Edna Shangreaux from Deloris C. Vaughn & Lois & Thomas Detrow

Edna Shangreaux from Luella & Darrell Canode, Richard J. Shangreaux, and other family & friends, Lavonne & John Zeiszler, Georgia & Phillip Hanson, Kerry & Wanda Dilley, Helen Wegner, Janice “Jet” Thompson, & Janet & Thomas Withers

1999

Lucille Hawkinson, a friend and teacher who loved cats, from Merrie & Marshall Miller