Ruth Lorang accompanied her daughter, Jean and Ivan Vargas and family, of Dell Rapids, SD to the commencement exercises for her grandson, Noah Roerig, at Bishop Heelan Catholic High School in Sioux City, IA. Noah is the son of Todd and Susan. He was the Salutatorian and gave one of the commencement addresses. Congratulations, Noah!
The anniversary of “D Day” is June 6th. Sharron (Mrs. Allen) Erdman wants to share this story about her family. Her dad, Jack Johnson, a Staff Sargent in the Army Air Force, was in the “Second Wave” of the D-Day invasion in 1944 in Normandy, France. Jack served in France, Holland, and Germany. In September 1945 he returned home. He reenlisted and their family moved to Denver, CO. Jack was killed in a car accident in July, 1947. Following his death, his wife Lucille, Sharron (age 6) and Jerry (13 months) returned to Sioux Falls, SD to live.
This week Lismore paid tribute to Sandy (Krogman) Spidel. Sandy passed away on Monday, May 13th and her funeral service was on May 31st. Fr. David Krogman (a first cousin to Sandy) officiated at her service and shared stories of Sandy growing up. He mentioned several “landmarks” which brought smiles to many faces – places like the Ritz Ballroom, the two-story State Bank building, and Hebig Hardware to name a few! Sandy livened up the place whenever she came in; she was the life of the party! Sandy’s nickname was “JEEP”. How fitting that her cremains were transported in a jeep to her final resting place. Rest in peace, Sandy.
Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court St. Bernard #886 will serve their annual salad and hot dish luncheon on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Lismore. Serving begins at 11:30 a.m. until gone. All men and women are invited to attend.
Brian Wieneke of Puyallup, WA spent a couple days in the home of his mother, Gloria and Bill Carlberg. He came especially to attend the funeral of his grandmother, Sandy Spidel. Following the funeral service on Friday, about 25 family members including Curt and Darla Wieneke of Windom, along with their extended family, and Ron, Tina, and Delaney Wieneke of Evans, CO enjoyed yard games and a picnic at the Carlberg residence.
On Saturday, June 8th, the 1st Annual Vendor Event will be held at the American Legion hall. This event has been rescheduled numerous times due to the weather. It runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and includes about 15 vendors from around the area. There will also be lunch specials at the Lismore Bar for all shoppers! Don’t miss out!
The St. Anthony Knights of Columbus announced the winners of the Don Lacore Scholarships. They were: Alexia Kemper (daughter of Chris and Mindy) and Mitchell Veld (son of Troy and Cindy). Congratulations and good luck with your continued education.
Jack and Nancy Brake we’re in Hastings for the wake and funeral for Gary Cater father of Tonya Brake, wife of Mike Brake . Gary and Mary were the parents of Dan, Jaymie and Tonya and eight grandchildren. Jacob,Tori and Mallory Brake were three who called him “Grandpa”.
