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In memory of

Irven Ladely

of Long Valley, South Dakota, died on Friday, January 7, 2011 at the Hans P. Peterson Memorial Hospital in Philip, on his 76th birthday at the age of 76

Irven Ladely was born January 7, 1935, on the Churn Ranch near Merriman, Nebraska, the son of Floyd Irvin and Edna Pearl (Miller) Ladely. He grew up on a ranch south of Martin and received his education at Suhre Rural School in that area. As a young man he worked on the Westover Ranch south of Martin before working for Summit Construction.
Irven was united in marriage to Ardis Allard on June 20, 1955, at Hot Springs, South Dakota. They made their home near the Bob Pick Ranch where he worked. They moved to the Hewitt Ranch near Valentine, Nebraska for four years, prior to moving to the Carl Allard Ranch near Longvalley, where they resided for twenty years. In 1972, they purchased the Steinmeyer Ranch four miles southwest of Longvalley, which they have continued to operate until his death.
Irven was a member of the Cattleman’s Association, R-CALF, and the National Rifle Association.
Grateful for having shared his life are his wife, Ardis Ladely of Longvalley; a son James Ladely of West Moreland, Tennessee; two daughters, Floydeen Buchholz and her husband Bill of Kadoka, and Kyla Medley and her husband Mike of Hermosa, SD; five grandchildren; a brother, Wayne Ladely of Sidney, Nebraska; three sisters, Eileen Kamerzell of Martin, SD; Ruth Suiter of Alliance, Nebraska, and Kay Christner and her husband Elmer of Sterling, Colorado, and a host of other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Victoria Ladely in 1969; his parents, Floyd and Edna Ladely; his brother, Jim Ladely in infancy; three sisters, Donna Westover, Phyllis Daughters and Norma Harris.
Visitation was held one hour preceding the services.
Funeral services were held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 11, at the American Legion Auditorium in Martin with Father Bryan Sorensen officiating.
Interment was in the Martin Community Cemetery.
A memorial is established.

FUNERAL SERVICES
Tuesday, January 11, 2011 - 10:30 a.m.
American Legion Auditorium
Martin, South Dakota
CLERGY
Pastor Bryan Sorensen
MUSIC
Boyd Porch - Carl Bauman
John Kaiser
“On The Wings Of A Dove”
“Old Rugged Cross”
“God Must Be A Cowboy At Heart” 
EULOGY
Larry Denke
POEM
Allen Good
USHERS
Josh Ferguson - Aaron Richardson
PALLBEARERS
Gordon Good - Allen Good
Vern Richardson - Ryan Richardson
Owen Ferguson - Jerry Sharp
INTERMENT
Martin Cemetery
Martin, South Dakota
Floyd Irven Ladley
A true cowboy and friend 
It’s not the end of the trail for me,
I’m just heading for the light I see.
Beyond Eagle’s Nest there’s a soft glow;
It’s getting bright the closer I go.
It’s like the beginning of a new day,
I’m riding Pokey and he knows the way.
I feel sure there’s friends and family ahead,
And they’ve set camp on a brand new spread.
Yep, I can hear their voices callin’ my name,
Saying “Howdy, Irven, sure glad you came,
This new range is special; you’ll like it here,
There’s grass for your horses and the water is clear,
The cattle are gentle and never stampede,
And in every direction there’s plenty of feed.
If you’re thinking it sounds too good to be true,
It’s cause the Boss made a promise to you.
If you ride for his brand, be honest and square,
He’d relieve all your pain, and remove all care
He was mighty pleased with your life on earth,
That you did your best, and proved your worth.
So step off your horse and tie up.
Your friends are waiting to pour you a cup.
“We’ll talk about old days, as time allows,
‘cause startin tomorrow you’ll be working cows.”
Donita Denke


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Visitation: one hour preceding the services.
Funeral services: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 11, at the American Legion Auditorium in Martin 
Interment: Martin Community Cemetery

  • Our deepest sympathies to the family. ~ Bruce and Judy Medley Rapid City (1/7/2011)
  • We're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I always thought Irven was a true picture of a cowboy. Love, Patty and Mick ~ Patty and Mick Hamar Long Valley (1/7/2011)
  • May God be with you and yours during these trying times. ~ JP John Petrik North Platte, Ne (1/7/2011)
  • With sincere sympathy. ~ Ken & Joan Spears Tuthill (1/7/2011)
  • We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved husband, father and grandfather and a wonderful friend,our thoughts are with you and your family. ~ Cindy and David Oliver 12712 Robinson Road. Black Hawk. South Dakota, 57718 (1/7/2011)
  • Ardis,Kyla,Dena and Jim
    My heart goes out to you all during this difficult time may God bless you and watch over you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.     ~ Tana Kukal OConnor Belle Fourche (1/7/2011)
  • Dear Ladely Family,
    So sorry to hear about Irven's passing. I have such wonderful memories of staying at your house with Kyla in grade school. Irven alway had a big smile on his face...I'm sure he will brighten heaven!
    Sue     ~ Suzanne VanderMay Hoon Kadoka, SD (1/7/2011)
  • I'm always lost for words at a time like this. It's hard to understand why people are taken from us. You are in our thoughts every step of the way. ~ Dede Peterson Rapid City (1/7/2011)
  • Ardis & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you today. God Bless. ~ Harry, Nancy Weller Kadoka,SD (1/7/2011)
  • Aunt Ardis & family, our thoughts and prayers are with you durning this difficult time. Love to you all. ~ Sandy, Marc, Chelsea, and Taylor Abu Dhabi, UAE (1/7/2011)
  • We have never met a better friend and coffee drinker, loved the visits we had over a cup. Our prayers are with you at this time.Love Bruce and Bonnie Madsen ~ Bonnie Madsen K adoka S.D. (1/7/2011)
  • Ardis & family, so sorry to see this. My deepest sympathy. Marj ~ Marj Peterson Baker, Mt. (1/7/2011)
  • Ardis and Family,
    We are so sorry to eary of your loss. What a loss, that wonderful smile and chuckle with eyes always twinkling. So many others will mourn your loss with you. He was always telling Gary to load his horses in his horse trailer so he could take them home he was such a joy to so many. He fought a good fight in his "Cowboy" way, calm, slow easy and solid. We will cherish our memories of friendship with him and you. God Bless you all.     ~ Gary and Julie Nixon 21142 224th Street Philip, SD (1/7/2011)
  • We are sorry for your loss and will keep you in our prayers.Ron & Barb ~ Ron and Barb Auwerter Rapid City (1/7/2011)
  • We are so saddened to hear of Irven's passing, Harold really thought a lot of him and will miss him. I am glad I got to visit with both of you at the Philip clinic that day. Have been thinking and praying for you all a lot. Out deepest sympathy and love. ~ Harold and Mary Schnee Kadoka, SD (1/7/2011)
  • So sorry for your loss. Irven was such a good neighbor and friend. ~ Dorothy Petrik Martin,S.D. (1/7/2011)
  • Kyla & family we are sorry for your loss you are in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Ron & Barb Auwerter Rapid City (1/7/2011)
  • Sincere sympathy to to all the families of Irven. May God Bless you all. ~ Bob & Sharerl Spears Kadoka,SD (1/7/2011)
  • Our sincere sympathy to Irven's family. We saw Irven and Ardis at the Sale Barn Cafe, not to many weeks ago. So glad we had that visit. It's a nice memory to have. You are wonderful friends to the Haynes family. God Bless you all. ~ Don and Jolene Haynes Philip (1/7/2011)
  • Ardis and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. I think Donita's poem says it all. ~ Justin and Joyce Wheeler 24208 Fairview RD. (1/7/2011)
  • Ardis & family, I am so sorry for your loss & am keeping you in my thoughts & prayers. God Bless you all & may your memories help you at this time. ~ Debbie Allard Falzone Philip,SD (1/7/2011)
  • Ardis and family. I am sorry to hear of Ervin's passing. He was a great guy.My love and Sympathy to all. ~ Norma Good Martin S.D. (1/7/2011)
  • We are so sorry for the loss of your husband, father, Grandpa, and a dear friend who will always be remembered. Our thoughts are with you. ~ David and Cindy Oliver Black Hawk,South Dakota (1/7/2011)
  • The good Lord must have needed someone to run a few cows and fix fence for him so he asked Irven for a hand. I am sure he is doing a fine job of it too. ~ Bruce Medley Rapid City (1/7/2011)
  • The good Lord must have needed someone to help run cattle and fix fence and so he got the best. I know you will do a swell job, Irven. You have set excellant examples for all to follow.Your Children, grandchildren and all that knew you looked to you for quideance and job ethic. Take a second cup when it's chilly and you can barely keep up. You have earned it. ~ Bruce and Judy Medley Rapid City (1/7/2011)
  • The good Lord must have needed someone to run some horses for him and mend some fence so he chose someone he could count on to get it done right, He knew that Irven would set a fine example of how it should be done. ~ Bruce Medley Rapid City (1/7/2011)
  • Ardis and family, We are so sorry to hear of Irven's passing. What a kind and wonderful man and family. You'll never know how much we appreciate Ardis and Irven, and Deena and Bill taking Sammi Rae "under your wings" while we lived in LongValley. Jade has many fond memories of his summer work with Irven, also. Know that your kindness is not forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God send his angels to hold you and may one of those angels be Irven. Love and prayers, Bruce, Jeanne, Brenda, Jami, Gabe, and boys, Jade, Kayla, and Sammi Rae Berry ~ Bruce and Jeanne Berry and family Interior, SD (1/7/2011)
  • What a precious man Irvin was and it was fun to get to be a part of his families life too. Tresa and Kyla will always be good friends from their growing up years at Long Valley School. You Ardis and Irvin continued to be a part of our lives later as you bought cars from Dave. Irvin's wonderful traits and ways will now live on through the kids and grandkids. He'll never be forgotten. Missed yes, but not forgotten. Our prayers are with you as you miss him. ~ Dave & Sandi Bauman Carson, ND (1/7/2011)
  • Ardis, Dena, & family. I know that Irven has gone to a better place and have comfort that he is resting in peace Love to all Rae ~ Rae Crowser Philip sd (1/7/2011)
  • What a sweet man Irven was, we will miss him. He always had a smile and so enjoyable to visit with. Chris and I both have some great memories of him. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. God bless. ~ Chris and Diana Elwood Belvidere, SD (1/7/2011)
  • WE are so sad and sorry for your loss. Uncle Irven was like a dad to me the couple summers I worked for him when I was a young pup... its horrible to have to say goodbye to ones we love, hard to try to go on, we are praying God's comfort, peace and grace to carry you all thru this trying time...you are all in our thoughts as we cannot be there with you right now...love to you all. What is my only comfort in life and in death...that I both body and soul belong to my faithful saviour Jesus Christ ~ Russel l Kamerzell and family Sioux City IA (1/7/2011)
  • Surely going to miss you cowboy.. Your friends and therapist at CCI ~ Tina Scott (1/7/2011)
  • Sorry for your loss. Irven was a great man.
    My thoughts and "Sympathy' are with you Ardis and family.     ~ Norma Good Martin,SD (1/7/2011)
  • Ardis and family, you're in our thoughts and prayers. Irven was a true cowboy, husband, father,grandfather, and friend. He touched a lot of people and always left them in good spirits. I'll miss his stories of horses, cows, cow dogs, and old pickup trucks. I've never had more fun bickering over who gets to pay for coffee. Next cups on me Irven. You won't be forgotten.

    John, Sarah, Victoria, and Alexandria Madsen     ~ John Madsen Kadoka, SD (1/7/2011)
  • Ardis, Dena and families--Sorry to hear about Irvin. It's been a long struggle and at least the pain and suffering are done. Smile when you remember all the good times and take one day at a time. Our prayers are with you. ~ Keith and Pam Bonenberger Kadoka (1/7/2011)
  • Ardis and family, we sure enjoyed getting to know you folks better after moving to Kadoka. The special bond was that old sleigh Irven bought from my dad, Wayne Fairchild. It brought a bigger smile telling how much he cherished it and the sleigh rides with the family. Also, the chuckle about buying a pickup with a 31 license so folks would wave at you. We learn courage from those that battle with cancer and those that care for that person. You are in our thoughts and prayers. It is not possible for everyone to have "Great Intellect", but it is possible to have a "Great Heart and Love". That Irven had. ~ Marsha and Bill Sumpter Kadoka (1/7/2011)
  • Aunt Ardis and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Uncle Irven was very special to me in my heart as I remember him bouncing me on his knee when I was little. I used to just stare at him when I was little because he was so handsome and so nice. I know our families do get to see each other very often but we still think of you all and miss you. I will think of all of you and put you in my prayers. Love you you all! ~ Deanna Chafin (Hilliker) 337 Cribbon Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82007 (1/7/2011)
  • Ardis, Kyla, Mike, McKenzie, and Garrett and family, we are so sorry to hear about Grandpa Irvin, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Take good care. ~ Cindy and Calvin Sievers Rapid City (1/7/2011)