Obituary: Dorothy Stahl

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In memory of

Dorothy Stahl

of Philip, South Dakota, died on Sunday, October 27, 2013 at the Hans P. Peterson Memorial Hospital in Philip at the age of 90

Dorothy M. Konst was born June 7, 1923, in Philip, South Dakota, the daughter of Clem and Alice (Griswold) Konst. Her early childhood years were spent in the Powell area. At the age of six, she moved with her parents and family to the Nowlin community where she grew up. Dorothy graduated from Midland High School and then attended Black Hills State Teachers College in Spearfish where she obtainer her teaching certificate. She then taught rural school in Haakon County as well as in the Nowlin Community.

Dorothy was united in marriage to Paul J. Stahl on July 5, 1943, in Philip. They made their home on Paul’s farm-ranch west of Ottumwa area, which they operated until 1977, when they retired and moved into Philip, but continued to own the farm-ranch.

After Paul’s death on July 19, 1998, Dorothy continued to reside in Philip. She later moved into the Silverleaf Assisted Living Center, and in July 2013, moved into the Philip Nursing Home, where she has since resided.

Dorothy was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and a member of the church evening guild, Tribe 1. She was also a member of the Bad River Senior Citizens Center, and was a longtime secretary of the Haakon/Philip Cancer Society, and was active on the Hans P. Peterson Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Board.

Survivors include her son William Stahl and his wife Penny of Midland; one daughter Jeanne Stahl of Phoenix, Arizona; two grandsons Ryan Stahl of Keystone, and Eric Stahl of Loveland, Colorado; two great-grandchildren, Allison Stahl of Lemoore, California, and Trevor Stahl of Rapid City; and a host of other relatives and friends.

In addition to her husband Paul, Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; one sister Doris Ballinger; and a brother Paul Konst.

Visitation was held 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, October 29, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip, with a vigil service at 7:00 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial was held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 30, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Kevin Achbach as celebrant.

Interment was at the Masonic Cemetery in Philip.

A memorial has been established to the Haakon County Prairie Transportation, the Silverleaf Assisted Living Center, and the Bad River Senior Citizens Center, all of Philip.

MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Wednesday, October 30, 2013 - 10:00 a.m.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Philip, South Dakota

CELEBRANT
Father Kevin Achbach

MUSIC
Marianne Frein - Pianist
Maureen Palecek - Vocalist
“Gather Us In” #302
“We Are the Light of the World” #606
“One Bread, One Body” #362
“On Eagles Wings” #434

READER
Joe Gittings

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
Lester Pearson - Joann Pearson - Kay Ainslie

ALTAR SERVERS
Brett Daly - John Daly

USHERS
Rudy Roth - Ed Heeb

PALLBEARERS
Eric Stahl - Ryan Stahl
Trevor Stahl - Allison Stahl
Pat Taber - Paula Pengilly
Kenny Konst - Lyle Konst

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance

INTERMENT
Masonic Cemetery
Philip, South Dakota

Visitation: 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, October 29, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip.
Vigil Service: 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 29, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip.
Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 30, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Interment: Masonic Cemetery in Philip.

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Deepest Sympathy to Jeanne and Bill and their families at this time. We have been friends of the family for many years and will miss seeing her when we return to Philip. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this hard time for your family. Love to all of you. Cork and Bev ~ Bev & Cork Jahner Kerrville Texas (10/27/2013)
My sympathy to you on the death of your mother. Our mothers spent many good times with each other. I remember a club that they both belonged to in the community as well as other activities. ~ Jo Ann Sandal Miles Hartford, SD (10/27/2013)
Jeanne and Bill and family.
We extend our sympathy to all of you at this difficult time. Larry has many memories of your Mom in the Ottumwa activities and I do since we got married. Special lady and always enjoyed visiting with her. God Bless all of you! ~ Larry and Vicki Neiderworder Philip SD (10/27/2013)
Dear Jeanne, Bill & family,
Was sorry to hear about Dorothy; It is always hard when one loses their Mom. Our thoughts & Prayers are with all of You.
Sincerely,
Jerry & Kathy
~ Kathy and Jerry Noteboom 13886 Onammi Ave. Yuma, Az. 85367 (10/27/2013)
Oh my goodness..we were saddened to hear about Dorothy. what a wonderful lady she was. Always had a giggle for ya. We will surely miss her and we send our regrets..thoughts..and prayers to the family.. ~ nancy neville philip (10/27/2013)
Bill and Jeanne and family, I am sad to hear of Dorothy's passing. She was a great source of friendship and entertainment for my mom. Dorothy was always so appreciateive of even the little things. She will be missed. Hold the fond memories close to your heart. God Bless you all. ~ Stacy Dole Black Hawk (10/27/2013)
We are thinking of you folks during this difficult time, she was a special lady. Hold onto all the memories. ~ Les & Joann Pearson Philip, SD (10/27/2013)
Dorothy will be remembered as a very caring lady. Dennis surely like the paper she gave to him each day when they were both at the Silverleaf. Jim remembers a kind lady at the Ottumwa church, as a kid. Remember the good times and always keep them in your heart. ~ Jim & Vonnie O'Dea Howes,SD (10/27/2013)
My condolences to Jeanne and Bill on your loss. ~ Ray Wilhelm Rapid City South Dakota (10/27/2013)
Jeannie and Billy - I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I've always cherished the memories of coming to your house when we were young. You lived in such a beautiful home and your Mom kept it so nice. Your Mom and Dad are together again. God Bless you and your families.
~ Chuckie Reed Pierre (10/27/2013)
Jeanne and Billy - I was so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I have such wonderful memories of visiting you and your family when we were young. Mom and Dorothy were great friends all their married lives. Now they are together again. God Bless you and your families. ~ Chuckie Reed Pierre (10/27/2013)
Billy and Jeanne,

So sorry for the loss of your dear mother. I visited her @ Silver Leaf earlier this year. She always stayed the same.

The most vivid memory I have of her is that her house was always so CLEAN! Every corner!

When I was a kid, I was always so glad to see her and your dad to come to visit - always a sweet, smiling, classy lady.

Take comfort that she is with her Lord.

Love from the Poss Family ~ Paula Riverside, CA (10/27/2013)
Jeanne, Bill, and families, I am so sorry for your loss. It is not easy to lose a loved one, even if they are ready to go. I have had some good visits with Dorothy this past year. We must have met when we all went to St. Rose's at Ottumwa--"way back when." I'm praying for God's comfort and peace for you.
~ Pat Snook Midland (10/27/2013)
My sympathy to all of you, she sure had her share of suffering the last year, love and prayers for all of you. ~ Mary Kay Sandal Plainview, SD (10/27/2013)
Our sympathy to you in the loss of Dorothy. Aunt Pearl Fairchild spent many hours playing cards with Dorothy and friends. She always had a ready smile for folks too. ~ Marsha and Bill Sumpter Kadoka (10/27/2013)
Jeanne, Bill and family, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Dorothy was a special lady that I always looked forward to visiting with. I know she will leave many wonderful memories in your hearts. ~ Marcia Jackson Hot Springs, SD (10/27/2013)
Have really enjoyed your mother at election times. She was always so willing to help. She is really alright now as she is with our Lord. You have my deepest sympathies. God Bless you all. ~ Pat Freeman Philip, SD (10/27/2013)
Bill, Jeanne and family, Just praying for you and your family that God would wrap his arms around you during this difficult time. I'll always remember our visits and taking Grandma Marie to see your mom and Jeanne Radway. What great friendships over all the years. Lots of memories God's blessings. Love & Prayers
~ Marty & Debbie Hansen Philip (10/27/2013)
Bill and Penny: You are in our thoughts and prayers. I am sad we could not be there for the funeral, please know we are there in spirit. ~ Dustin, Andi,Brooklyn, &Hudson Redfield,SD (10/27/2013)
Bill & Penny: So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. ~ Deb Winckler Pierre,SD (10/27/2013)
Bill and Jeanne and family. I'm so sorry for the loss of you mom. I've known her for years and always loved visiting with her. She is such a classy lady who will be missed by so many. My thoughts and love go out to the whole family. ~ Allison Pugh Philip SD (10/27/2013)