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Funeral services will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2020 at 10:00 AM (Mountain).

Masonic Cemetery
Philip, South Dakota

Masonic Cemetery
Philip, South Dakota



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In memory of

Vern Omdahl

of Cottonwood, South Dakota, died on Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tucson, Arizona at the age of 84

Vernon Monroe Omdahl was born January 21, 1936 on the Omdahl ranch south of Cottonwood, South Dakota to Mandus and Sylvia (Scotvold) Omdahl. He grew up and received his education in various rural schools in the area. After his Dad died, Vern began helping his mother take care of their ranch.

He was united in marriage to Carol Briggs on August 4, 1953 in Pierre, South Dakota. They made their home six miles south of Cottonwood all their married life. During the last few months Vern and Carol moved to Arizona to be closer to family.

Vern was a Mason, Shriner, President of Cottonwood Roping Club, and President of the Cottonwood Hall Board. He enjoyed team roping. Vern poured his life into the ranch and doing what he loved. He was a cowboy through and through. Vern lived a long, full life and will be terribly missed.

Survivors include his wife Carol; three sons: Allen (Sandy) Omdahl of Tucson, Arizona, Bruce Omdahl of Pasco, Washington, and Kevin Omdahl of Rapid City; one daughter Debra (Jim) Chalcraft of Rapid City; grandchildren Amber, David, Tyler, Travis, Wyatt; great-granddaughter Felicity; one sister Florence Dean of Philip; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers Thomas Omdahl and Oliver Omdahl, and six sisters Mabel Brunner, Helen Franks, Grace O’Dea, Nellie O’Dea, Esther Buhring, and Lucille Omdahl in infancy.

Cards and memorials may be sent to 9941 E Union Place Tucson, AZ 85748.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 6, at the Masonic Cemetery in Philip with Pastor Cindy Bisser officiating. If you do not wish to attend in person you can watch the live streaming of the graveside service from this webpage.


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GRAVESIDE SERVICE
Saturday, June 6, 2020 - 10:00 a.m.
Masonic Cemetery
Philip, South Dakota

OFFICIATING
Pastor Cindy Bisser

  • I remember the country school we went to and visit ing your family tho the years carol and family you have our heart felt sympathy ~ Slim and Virginia Syverson Piedmont, SD (6/9/2020)
  • Carol, Aleen and families, Prayers and thoughts are with you. ~ Beth Parsons Philip (6/6/2020)
  • SD ~ Dan & Esther Oldenberg Philip (6/5/2020)
  • South Dakota ~ William Neumann Pierre (6/4/2020)
  • I truly loved you. Rest in peace Uncle Vern. Hugs and kisses sent to you on your final journey. ~ Sherry Colorado (6/4/2020)
  • Please know, our thoughts and prayers are with the Omdahl family. So sorry for your loss. ~ Kari and Kendall Kjerstad Grand Junction CO (6/3/2020)
  • I remember the country school we went to and visit ing your family tho the years carol and family you have our heart felt sympathy ~ Slim and Virginia Syverson Piedmont, SD (6/3/2020)
  • Carol and Family. My sincere sympathy to all of you. Vern, Carol and the whole family have always been those best friends and neighbors through all of the years of Vern's life. He was a really good guy. ~ Joyce Temple Spearfish SD (5/30/2020)
  • Vern always loved a good laugh. He will be missed. Our prayers are with the family. ~ Bonnie Omdahl South Dakota (5/29/2020)
  • So sorry for your loss, Carol. We loved Vern. ~ Joann Stark IA (5/29/2020)
  • Allen and family, haven't seen you since high school but wanted to send my condolences on your dad. I'm sure you have lots and lots of great memories to cherish. Prayers to you all... ~ Donna Krausert Crown Wall (5/28/2020)
  • Carol and family we were sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one you all have our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. ~ Kelly and Deanna Fees SD and AZ (5/28/2020)
  • Rest easy Uncle Vern. ~ Andrew Reckling Philip, SD (5/28/2020)
  • Carol and family I was so saddened when I read this. Sending my prayers and hugs. ~ Mary Jane Doyle Wall, SD (5/28/2020)
  • Carol and family, sorry to hear of your loss. Vern was a good neighbor, friend and would offer a hand at any time. You're in our prayers. ~ Glen and Rose Bennett Philip, SD (5/28/2020)
  • Rest in Peace Vern ~ Shelley Michelson Rapid City, SD (5/28/2020)
  • Happy Trails Dad! ~ Allen and Sandy Tucson, Az. (5/28/2020)
  • Winchester Oregon 97495 ~ Gloria Buhring 125 Village Drive Apt 22 (5/27/2020)
  • So sorry for your loss. Our Prayers and Thoughts to the Family. ~ Ralph & Cathy Fiedler Sturgis, SD (5/27/2020)
  • I have some great memories growing up with all the laughs I had with my Uncle Vern! I will miss my political discussions I had and the memories of growing up as a kid celebrating the holidays. I will surely miss him! My condolences to my Aunt Carol and my wonderful cousins Allen, Bruce, Debbie, and Kevin and their families! God Bless! ~ David Omdahl Sioux Falls SD (5/27/2020)