Obituary: Bernice M. Cvach

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In memory of

Bernice M. Cvach

of Belvidere, South Dakota, died on Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at the Kadoka Nursing Home, from complications of MS at the age of 86

Bernice M. Miles was born June 13, 1922, on her parents’ homestead in Jackson County, southwest of Nowlin, South Dakota, the daughter of Arthur and Sylvia (Huisman) Miles. She received her education at the West Indian Creek School prior to graduating from Kadoka High School in 1941. As a young lady she worked on her parents' ranch and also worked in various restaurants. Later Bernice worked in the Kadoka School kitchen for several years.
Bernice was united in marriage to Louis Cvach on December 31, 1946 in Pierre, South Dakota. They made their home in Belvidere for ten years prior to moving into Kadoka where they resided for eighteen years. They then moved to their ranch twenty miles northeast of Kadoka. In September, 1988 Louie and Bernice moved to the Kadoka Care Center. They resided there until March 1991, when they moved into the Gateway Apartments in Kadoka until September 1994, when they moved back to the Kadoka Nursing Home.
After her husband’s death on January 5, 1997, Bernice continued to live at the Kadoka Nursing Home until her death.
Bernice was a member of the Kadoka Presbyterian Church where she was active in Ladies Aide, taught Sunday School and Bible School. She was a member of the PTA and Band Parents organization. Bernice was a leader of the Rustlers Roost 4-H club for several years. As an excellent seamstress, she tailored Louie's jackets and slacks, and suits for herself. She made countless western shirts, her daughters' wedding dresses, suits for her grandsons, dresses for her granddaughters, dolls, bears and quilts. Bernice enjoyed gardening, various crafts, taking photos, local history, genealogy and spending time with her family. She was an avid reader, and enjoyed bird watching.
Grateful for having shared her life include one son Larry Cvach and his wife Ann of Midland, two daughters Dorothy Overgaard and her husband Odell of Centerville, South Dakota, and Barbara Hockenbary and her husband James of Murdo, nine grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends.
In addition to her husband Louis, Bernice was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Harry Miles, and a great-grandchild.
Visitation was held from 4-8 p.m. Sunday, June 29, at the Rush Funeral Chapel in Kadoka, and one hour preceding the services at the church.
Funeral services were held 10 a.m. Monday, June 30, at the Belvidere Presbyterian Church with Rev. Gary McCubbin officiating.
Interment was held at the Belvidere Cemetery.
A memorial has been established to the Kadoka Ambulance Service.

FUNERAL SERVICES
Monday, June 30, 2008 – 10:00 a.m.
Belvidere Presbyterian Church
Belvidere, South Dakota
CLERGY
Rev. Gary McCubbin
MUSIC
Syd Iwan– Pianist
Chris Overgaard – Soloist
“The Lord’s Prayer”
Congregational Hymns
“In My Heart There Rings A Melody”
“I’ll Be A Sunbeam”
EULOGY
Wesley Cvach
REGISTER BOOK ATTENDANT
Bonnie Madsen
USHER
Leonard Carlson
PALLBEARERS
Wesley Cvach – Russell Cvach
Bradley Cvach– Chris Overgaard
Eric Overgaard – David Hockenbary
Lisa Kinsley - Gayla Schofield – Jenny James
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance
INTERMENT
Belvidere Cemetery
Belvidere, South Dakota

Visitation: 4-8 p.m. Sunday, June 29 at the Rush Funeral Chapel in Kadoka
Funeral Services: 10 a.m. Monday, June 30 at the Belvidere Presbyterian Church
Interment: Belvidere Cemetery

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Just to let you know that a very good friend of mine has left a hole in my heart, but I know she is not hurting any more. See you in heaven Bernice LOVE YA! Bonnie ~ Bonnie Madsen Kadoka S.D. (6/24/2008)
I will miss Aunt Bernice! Let's all remember the good times we shared with her! ~ Rene Ann "Miles" Kimball Bartley, NE. (6/24/2008)
I am so sorry for your loss, Cvach Family. May God be especially close to you at this difficult time of change in your lives. Beryl (Addison) Geer, of the Chad Addison Clan. ~ Beryl (Addison) Geer PO Box 2018, Gillette, WY 82717-2018 (6/24/2008)
I am so sorry to hear of Bernice's death. She will be missed. The Nursing Home will not be the same. I am sorry for your loss. May peace be with you in this time of trouble. ~ Patsy (Allen) Larson Gillette, WY (6/24/2008)
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your mother Dorothy. Although we did not know your mom and are fairly new to you & Odell, we already feel a family connection and wanted to express our sincere sympathy on your great loss. Your newly found cousins, Bob and Marie Overgaard ~ Bob & Marie Overgaard 8108 Lemonwood Dr. S., Ellenton. Fl. 34222 (6/24/2008)
I remember so well all of Bernice's work with the band parents. Her support and well wishes were appreciated. Justin remembers her fried chicken cooked at the home in the country when his grandfather had cattle there. She fixed a tasty meal for hungry cowboys with a minimum of conveniences! We miss those days with special people like Bernice and Louie. ~ Justin and Joyce Wheeler 24208 Fairview Road, Philip SD (6/24/2008)
Dorothy & Family, So very sorry for your loss. May the Memories held in your heart, help to soothe you. You're in our prayers, Al & Bertha Walz ~ Bertha & Al Walz 113 Lloyd St. (6/24/2008)
My sympathy to the family. We have many fond memories of your family when Martin worked for Louis and Bernice and we lived on the place near Nowlin. It was a happy time. I visited with Bernice several times over the phone and had a lovely visit with her last year at the Kadoka nursing home. I never forget old friends and I extend our sympathy, from our family to yours. May God be with you.
Edith, Suzanne, Marvin, George, Brenda and James Schofield ~ Edith Schofield Box 555, Evansville, WY 82636 (6/24/2008)
You know Scott and I would be there if we could. We love you and yours. Hugs from us and the boys. ~ Heather Hockenbary 1240 Modell Dr C/S CO 80911 (6/24/2008)
Dorothy & Family, So very sorry to hear about your loss.. Take as much time as you need from us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. BST ADMIN ~ Siouxland BST Sioux City, IA (6/24/2008)