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In memory of

Jim Bouman

of Philip, South Dakota, died on Thursday, October 31, 2013 at the Rapid City Regional Hospital in Rapid City at the age of 52

James Allen Bouman was born May 19, 1961, to George and Marjorie (Wang) Bouman at his Grandma McKee’s home in White River. He was the youngest and cheapest child, only costing $100, of six children. Jim was a perfectly sweet little brother according to his sisters but don’t ask his brothers. They might tell you stories about hammers, tacks, flyswatters, tube socks with sand, and brooms. He grew up in White River attending White River schools. His favorite teacher was Mr. Risseeuw and his St. Bernard dogs. He graduated in 1980 from White River High School.

He attended Mitchell Vo-Tech and earned an architecture degree in carpentry. After Vo-Tech, Jim worked for Rich Hildebrand traveling all over Minnesota and South Dakota doing concrete work.

Jim married Traci Iwan and was blessed to be the father of three children from his marriage. His kids were his pride and joy. He told numerous stories of his kids: Kelly’s red firetruck, Steph’s broken green crayon stuck in her nose, and Cody’s deer gutting experience.

Jim had the privilege of going to Custer to fight the Jasper Fire with Rich Foley and Cody Riggins. It was during that week he met Kim. He came back up to Custer with a couple of her “bro’s” to celebrate the Jasper Fire being put out, and then spent a wonderful night of dancing at the Philip Fireman’s ball before he asked her out on a date. He spent 4 ½ days in Philip and 4 ½ days in Custer according to his friend Marty for a year before asking her (and Karch) to become part of his family. Kim and Jim were united in marriage on June 25, 2005 in Philip, SD.

For 22 years, Jim worked at Scotchman Industries as an ironworker. In 2010, Jim became employed at Midwest Cooperative in Philip as a fabrication engineer. Jim was part of the Philip Volunteer Fire Department for many years. Jim could always be found helping his friends and family building shops, garages, pole barns, moving houses, bleachers, etc.

In the last four years, Jim had enjoyed his newest title of being Grandpa. He had six wonderful grandchildren. He was the perfect grandpa spoiling them with cookies, fruit snacks, teaching them dead deer looks, and spending time being the jungle “Jim”.

His hobbies involved hunting, fishing, taxidermy work on pheasants, fish, and deer, and tinkering with anything that had a motor (or engine). He had a love of all animals, especially his dogs, raccoons, chipmunk, and fox. His favorite mounts were for his four children which all happened to be their second deer. He loved surprising his kids with the mounts for Christmas.

Jim was a loving husband, dad, grandpa, brother, and uncle. He could make you laugh and was there to help no matter what. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

Survivors include his wife Kim Bouman of Philip; three sons Kelly Bouman and his wife MJ of Rapid City, Cody Bouman and his wife Eva of Bismarck, North Dakota, and Karch Foley of Philip; one daughter Stephanie Hendrickson and her husband Spencer of Sandpoint, Idaho; six grandchildren Doodle, Gracie, James, and Michael Bouman, and Addison and Ryder Bouman; two sisters Bonnie Madsen and her husband Bruce of Kadoka, and Connie Hill and her husband Arnie of White River; three brothers Bob Bouman of White River, Ronnie Bouman and his wife Donna of White River, and Bill Bouman and his wife Sheryl of Kadoka; several nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, George and Jackie Bouman, and his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Visitation was held 5-7 p.m. Sunday, November 3, at the American Legion Hall in Philip.

Funeral services were held 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 4, at the American Legion Hall in Philip, with Father Kevin Achbach and Pastor Kathy Chesney officiating.

Interment was at the Masonic Cemetery in Philip.

Memorials and cards may be sent to Kim at P.O. Box 723, Philip, SD  57567.

FUNERAL SERVICES
Monday, November 4, 2013 - 10:00 a.m.
American Legion Hall
Philip, South Dakota
CLERGY
Pastor Kathy Chesney
Father Kevin Achbach
MUSIC
Jo Anne Stilwell - Pianist
Barb Bowen - Vocalist
“On Eagle’s Wings”
“What A Friend We Have In Jesus”
Congregational Hymn
“Amazing Grace”
“We Walk By Faith”
USHERS
Richard Foley - Doug Gillen
Franklin “Speedy” Krogman
PALLBEARERS
Kelly Bouman - Cody Bouman
Karch Foley - Spencer Hendrickson
Marty Hansen - Harold F. Iwan
Anthony Iwan - Kyle Iwan
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
Philip Volunteer Fire Department
Philip Ambulance Service
PHS Volleyball Team and
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance
INTERMENT
Masonic Cemetery
Philip, South Dakota

Visitation: 5-7 p.m. Sunday, November 3, at the American Legion Hall in Philip.
Funeral services: 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 4, at the American Legion Hall in Philip.
Interment: Masonic Cemetery in Philip.

  • We miss him terribly. We are at a loss for words right now but just know we love you and are praying for you. Anything you need just say the word and we will be right there. ~ Katie, Mike, Jasmine, Faith Schultz philip (10/31/2013)
  • Kim, Karch, Cody, Kelly, Stephanie, and all the families - please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Feel the love and support of the whole community as it wraps you in its loving arms as God and your friends and family see you through this very very difficult time. Any one of us are willing to do whatever we can to help you in any way possible. God bless each and every one of you.
    ~ Deb Smith Philip (10/31/2013)
  • Kim and Family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you as you through this difficult time. Rest on the Lord and allow His strength and peace help you through. God Bless all of you! ~ Vicki Neiderworder Philip SD (10/31/2013)
  • Kim & Family, We are deeply sadden. Blessed are those that mourn for they shall be comforted. God Bless Love & Prayers ~ Debbie & Marty Hansen philip (10/31/2013)
  • Kim,Karch,Kelly,Stephanie,Cody,all the grandchildren and family members,our hearts,like yours are crushed. It is with sadness and love that we express our support for you. Please share with us any way we can help at this time. Hopefully our prayers and the love from God will sustain you through this time. With Love Floyd and Jane ~ Floyd , Jane Iwan Midland, SD (10/31/2013)
  • Bonnie, Bill, Bob and all the rest of Jim's family--we are very sorry for your loss and the shock that comes with losing someone you love. Remember all the laughs and good times and say thanks for them. Our prayers are with you. ~ Keith and Pam Bonenberger Kadoka (10/31/2013)
  • Bob, Kristin, Justin & families,
    Please know we are thinking of you in the loss of Jim. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.     ~ Ron & Mary Wire Pierre, SD (10/31/2013)
  • May God hold you in the comfort of his loving arms. There are no words to adequately express our sorrow at you grief. You are all in our prayers. God Bless. ~ Jerald & Andrea Cook Cottonwood, SD (10/31/2013)
  • You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Jim was an amazing man and will definitely be missed by all who knew him.... ~ Krystal kubal Winner (10/31/2013)
  • We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers always. Jim will truly be missed by all who knew him and all whose lives he touched. God Bless each of you! ~ Nathan & Brittney Drury Philip (10/31/2013)
  • I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, not even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make throughout our lives. They leave an indelible imprint on who we are. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.

    My thoughts and prayers are with Jim's family during this impossible time.     ~ Becca Freeman Philip South Dakota (10/31/2013)
  • My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Jim's family. I hadn't seen him for years but remember his quick smile and friendly hello when our paths crossed which was far too rare. ~ Becky Richter Scottsbluff NE (10/31/2013)
  • Our deepest sympathies to you and your family, MJ. ~ Gale Folsland National American University (10/31/2013)
  • Kim and family, we are thinking of you during this difficult time. ~ Tate and Lindsay Bouman Spearfish, SD (10/31/2013)
  • Kim and kids--There are no words for this sudden and overwhelming sadness. Knowing Kim, I assumed she had a wonderful husband to match her...and by reading this guest book, I see he touched many people. Kim, I wish I could give you a hug. Sending my love and sympathy, Jessica ~ Jessica McManus Reliance, SD (10/31/2013)
  • To all the Bouman families, our thoughts & prayers are with you now at this time of great saddness. God Bless. ~ Floren & Debbie Falzone Philip, SD (10/31/2013)
  • Thoughts and prayers to all of Jim's family and friends!! Jim was so talented and would "do" or "try" anything!! We enjoyed his sense of humor and friendliness whenever our paths crossed. May God bless all of you! ~ Tom and Shelia Trask Wasta SD (10/31/2013)
  • Cody: My wife and I are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ~ Mark & Amy Roberts Bismarck ND (10/31/2013)
  • Kim, Karch, and all of the family - Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this very difficult time. God Bless all of you! ~ Don & Jolene Haynes Philip, SD (10/31/2013)
  • Thinking of you all in this time of grief. May you find comfort in the love of friends and family and God's loving arms carrying you thru the days ahead. We will miss Jim teasing the kids when he saw them
    God Bless
    David, Michelle, Kelcey, Katie and Lukas     ~ Michelle Butler Philip (10/31/2013)
  • Kim,Karch,Kelly,Cody,and Stephanie-my prayers and condolences to each of you and also to all of his family and friends. Jim was a one of a kind. I couldnt have asked for a better friend. Cherish your memories of him forever. ~ Harold Iwan Presho, S.D. (10/31/2013)
  • Kim & Family, Thinking of all of you in this most difficult time. ~ Theye Family Philip (10/31/2013)
  • I am so sorry for all of you having to go through this terribly sad time. We don't understand the reason for such actions but we just have to respect the pain that caused it.
    May God bless all of the family and ease your pain.
    With Love...Dale and Sis McKee     ~ Raymalee McKee 6978 Evergreen Drive Black Hawk Sd 57718 (10/31/2013)
  • Bill, Bob, Bonnie, Connie...Our thoughts are with you all. It doesn't matter how far away or how long I've been gone, when one of us is hurt or falls, it is a hurt that befalls all of us. Kim and children;I'm so sorry I don't know you and your children. But I know your extended family--and they are good. Lean on each other. And ask for what you need. Don't be scared or proud or shy...any of you. Our time is really, so, so short. God bless and keep you. All our love. Deb and Paul ~ Paul and Debbi (Hanson) Quinn and girls Hurlburt Field, AFB, Florida (10/31/2013)
  • Our prayers and sincerest sympathies to you all at this time. May you find peace and understanding. ~ Roger and Joyce Glynn Belvidere, SD (10/31/2013)
  • May God hold you in His arms and heal your sorrow. We are so sorry for your loss. ~ Mike & Shar Moses Philip (10/31/2013)
  • Kim and families, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Hold on to all the memories,let us know if we can help in any way. Take care and God bless. ~ Les & Joann Pearson Philip (10/31/2013)
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
    Jeanette Knispel Drayer and family     ~ Jeanette Knispel Drayer Murdo, SD (10/31/2013)
  • My heart goes out to Jim's entire family at this sad time. You are in my thoughts and prayers now and forever, as I know Jim will be missed now and forever. Treasure the memories. I remember so many funny things we did as kids out in the country! Love to all and God bless each of you. ~ Barb Ketel (Susie Keever) PO Box 1053, Gillette, WY 82717 (10/31/2013)
  • Kim and kids,
    You are in our thoughts and prayers and this extremely difficult time...embrace the memories u have and he will be with you forever, Jim was a very likable guy super easy to get along with...he will be dearly missed to all who knew him....God Bless you all

     ~ Beth Gartner-Gakin Box Elder SD (10/31/2013)
  • My sincere sympathies to Jim's entire family during this difficult time. Jim was such an amazing man who has left special memories for everyone who knew him, may those memories bring comfort now and in the days ahead. I am sure he and Grandpa George are sitting at a fishing hole swapping stories and catching up on things! God bless you all and know you are in my prayers! Love ~Wendy ~ Wendy Cook Cottonwood, SD (10/31/2013)
  • Jim is one of a kind for sure. He would always be there to help out with any project or job that needed to be done. He didn't mind pitching in and scrubbing roasters or washing dishes after many of the events that the Fire Dept. was involved in. We will miss his big smile and his funny sense of humor the most. Kim and Family please know you are in our prayers and if you need anything at all, please don't hesitate to ask. Take care and God be with you, Val, Roger and Erica
    ~ Val Williams Philip SD (10/31/2013)
  • Much love sent to the family. I have many happy memories of Jim~. May God Bless. ~ Gwen Morgan Woodbridge, VA (10/31/2013)
  • Kim, Bob, Bill, Bonnie and families - our prayer is for God to comfort and strengthen you during your time of sorrow. Surround yourselves with family and friends and remember the good times. ~ Greg and Rose Ann (Stratton) Wendell Pierre (10/31/2013)
  • God Bless you all. ~ Peggy Aby Wall (10/31/2013)
  • So sorry to hear about Jim. I haven't seen him since we were little kids growing up in White River. May your treasured memories bring you comfort during this time of loss. God Bless ~ Vicky Hix Rapid City SD (10/31/2013)
  • Love and prayers to all your family. I remember Jim being such a nice guy when Nick came up there when he was little. He was always happy to be around the kids. God bless you all ~ Joan Kirchhevel Rapid City, SD (10/31/2013)
  • This saddens me alot..I am sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you all today and always, I hope you can comfort and peace in God as I have.. ~ Colleen Bouman Shippensburg, PA. (10/31/2013)
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. With deepest sympathy.. ~ Rod & Darlene Cudmore Fort Pierre SD (10/31/2013)
  • My thoughts and prayers to each of you! I can think of a handful of memories, most involving Jim paying for his coffee in the morning, but each ended with a smile. He was a great man and always brightened a day. May God comfort your family in this time. ~ Cassie Bennett Wendt Belle Fourche, SD (10/31/2013)
  • My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sadness. I remember all of us kids playing outside all the time, building stilts and stealing veggies out of the garden! God bless. ~ Vicki McKee Lake Havasu City, AZ (10/31/2013)
  • I am so sorry to here about Jim. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ~ Brenda Tyrrell Garretson, SD (10/31/2013)
  • I am so very sorry for the loss of Jim. My thoughts and prayers are with Jim's family. I will always remember Jim as a fun and kind person. God bless all of you! ~ Mimi McKee Rapid City SD (10/31/2013)
  • To Jim's family we extend out sincere sympathy and prayers to you all. God bless you and comfort you. ~ Vanessa and Dan Hight White River (10/31/2013)
  • I am so very sorry to hear of your loss Kim and family, our thoughts and prayers from Harding County. ~ Lynnette Stugelmeyer Buffalo SD (10/31/2013)