A. Eldon Magnuson Obituary

A. Eldon Magnuson was born October 31st, 1931 at Pierre, South Dakota, the son of Gunnar and Henrietta (Feddersen) Magnuson. He grew up on a ranch in the Draper area where he received his education. Eldon spent from October, 1952-August 1954 in the US Army during the Korean War.

Besides a time working for Clarence Hullinger building dams, Eldon spent his entire life farming and ranching northwest of Draper.

He was united in marriage to Esther Schmidt on May 4, 1952 in Pierre SD. To this union five daughters were born, Kathie, Shelley, Terri, Ginger, and Lori.

He was a Member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Draper. He served on the Township board for several years. He was a member of Barrett Dowling Legion Post #301 in Draper.

Eldon enjoyed playing cards with neighbors and friends. About once a month you would find his brother Emil, the Feddersen boys, and Leroy Booth playing cards somewhere. He enjoyed farming and ranching, his daily phone visits with Emil, going to his kids, grandkids, and great grandkids activities, gator rides looking through the cattle. He enjoyed visiting with neighbors and friends, he could even have a great conversation with someone he didn’t know.

Grateful for having shared his life are his wife of 62 years, Esther of Draper; five daughters Kathie Mason (Ernie Kessler) of Ft. Pierre, Shelley Boehmer (Bob) of Pierre, Terri Pelle (Jim Nickelson) of Philip, Ginger Waltner (Steve) of Marion, and Lori Owens (Wade Fischer) of Pierre; 11 grandchildren, Nicole (Matthew), Chad (Heather), Darci (Robert), Crystal (Tyson), Travis (Jessica), Dusty (Heather), Lacey (Nic), Derek (Whitney), Tane (Jilanne), Trey (Phylicia), and Tayler (Angie); 12 great- grandchildren, Jessica, Dillon, Alec, Rachel, Gunnar, Brylee, Ayin, Bodie, Jhett, Tripp, Brooke and Tenley; a brother, Emil Magnuson of Rapid City; two sisters Anna Rose Paschal of Rio Linda, California, and Delores Volmer of Presho; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Eldon was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters Dora Lee Christian and Faye Vevig.

Visitation was held 5-7 p.m. CDT, Sunday, July 20th at the Messiah Lutheran Church in Murdo, with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m.

Funeral services were held 10:30 a.m. CDT, Monday, July 21st, at the Harold Thune Auditorium in Murdo, with Pastor Ray Greenseth officiating.

Burial was at the Murdo Cemetery.

FUNERAL SERVICES
Monday, July 21, 2014 - 10:30 a.m.
Harold Thune Auditorium
Murdo, South Dakota
CLERGY
Pastor Ray Greenseth
MUSIC
Ellen Valburg - Organist
Bob Boehmer - Guitarist
Derek Waltner - Soloist
“Amazing Grace”
Congregational Hymns
“On Eagle’s Wings”
“I’ll Fly Away”
USHERS
Nelva Louder - Ray Pike
Gerald Mathews - Orville Anderson

PALLBEARERS
Nicole Metcalf - Chad Whitney - Crystal Lindekugal
Travis Waltner - Dusty Pelle - Darci Bawdon
Lacey Hogan - Derek Waltner - Tane Owens
Trey Owens - Tayler Owens
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
Butch Feddersen - Lyle Feddersen
Marvin Feddersen - Shorty Feddersen
All Family and Friends in Attendance
INTERMENT WITH MILITARY HONORS
Murdo Cemetery
Murdo, South Dakota

Guest Book

Terri and Family~
I am very sorry to read of the loss of your father! I hope it comforts you to know that many people are thinking of you and yours during these days and weeks ahead. Bless your family...
~ Vonda Hamill and Family Milesville (7/16/2014)

THANKS FOR SERVING
~ A VETERAN 55 ANYWHERW AV RCSD (7/16/2014)

Esther & family,
Eldon was a wonderful man, he will be missed a lot by everyone that knew him & his family. No matter what he always said hello to everyonhe with a smile. My thoughts & prayers are with you all. God Bless.
~ Deb Witlock Pierre, SD (7/16/2014)

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Eldon was a great guy I will always remember him for his big smile and his wonderful laugh.
~ Penny Dowling Draper (7/16/2014)

Eldon was a very special man -God has gained a great person for his kingdom. I am thinking that him and my Dad are having a great visit. Sending prayers.
~ Marlene Reuman Presho (7/16/2014)

Lori and Family,
At this very difficult may the Lord wrap his loving arms around you as you grieve. To my friend Lori you will carry the special times of your dad in your heart and each memory will keep him close. With deepest sympathy.
~ Julie Furchner Ft. Pierre SD (7/16/2014)

Esther,Kathie,Shelli,Terri,Ginger, lori & your families,
thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
You couldn't of asked for a better Uncle, he was the best! We loved to listen to he and Emil when they got together & started telling stores of growing up. Eldon would get to laughing so hard he couldn't talk. Going to miss him but there are so many good memeories. Love you all!!
~ Randy & Linda Vevig & families Draper (7/16/2014)

Eldon was inspiring in his toughness, gentleness, and kindness. God rest his soul, and may the rest of us strive to be like him.
~ Larry Mason Amarillo Texas (7/16/2014)

So sorry to hear about your Dad--you are in our thoughts and prayers.
~ Michael & Marcia West Philip (7/16/2014)

Shelley, Bob and family. We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. Keep those wonderful memories close to you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
~ Jeff & Jeannie Audiss Rapid City (7/16/2014)

Esther, Girls, EVERY time I visited with your Dad, Husband,(Esther you were usually together.) I thought...Now thats a Gentlemen! and a awesome couple! thinking of you all!
~ Wanda R Mathews Blunt SD (7/16/2014)

Ester, Girls, EVERY time I seen your Dad,(Ester you were usually with him) I walked away thinking, Now there a
Gentlemen, an a awesome couple!

~ Wanda r Mathews Blunt SD (7/16/2014)