Joyce Picotte

of White River, South Dakota, died on Sunday, May 1, 2016
at the White River Healthcare Center in White River at the age of 79

Survivors include her husband, Clifford Picotte of White River; eight sons, Tim Ellendorf of Kentucky, Anthony (Rene) Ellendorf of Sioux Falls, Ralph (Donna) Ellendorf of Belle Fourche, Todd Ellendorf of White River, Randy (Rebecca) Ellendorf of White River, Clifford Picotte of Minnesota, Steve Picotte of Wichita, Kansas, Dan Picotte of Nebraska; one daughter, Monica (Rob) Erickson of Box Elder; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two brothers and one sister; and a host of other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Alfred Ellendorf, one daughter, Karen Tapley, and her parents.

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My prayers are with your family she was a good friend of mine
   ~ Audrey dunagan Maplewood rapid city (5/10/2016)
Glad to have known your wonderful mother. She was such a great resident and helper when she lived here.
   ~ Ruth Sperlich Maplewood (5/17/2016)
Sioux falls, SD 57105
   ~ Anthony & Renae Ellendorf (5/5/2016)
Thinking of you, Randy and Rebecca, and your entire family. Cherish the memories and god bless you all!
   ~ Randy and Holly Nemec Midland, SD (5/5/2016)
To Joyce's Family: I knew Joyce when we both worked at the Cornerstone Mission in Rapid City. She was the cook there and I was always so amazed at how much love and care she put into the food she prepared. She always had a smile and a kind word. God Bless!
   ~ Nancy Glassgow New Underwood, SD (5/3/2016)
We are so sorry for the loss of your dear mother Joyce. She was such a blessing to all those who knew her. She will be resting in the arms of Jesus now!
   ~ Robin and Josef Opitz Midland, SD (5/5/2016)