Bernice Anderson Obituary

Bernice C. Sebade was born August 13, 1926, in Wall, South Dakota, the daughter of Henry and Anna (Mooney) Sebade. She grew up in Wall and as a young girl she worked for her parents at the drug store, and also her Aunt Louise Schone at her cafe. She received her education in Wall, graduating from Wall High School.

After graduation, she moved to Washington State where she worked for Boeing during the war. She then returned to Wall, where she met Frank Anderson. They were united in marriage on May 11, 1946, in Wall; and to this union were born four children, Gloria, Linda, Craig, and Gwen. They made their home north of Wall on George Anderson’s homestead. Later they moved on the river breaks until Frank’s father’s death, when they moved to their current location northwest of Wall.

After she raised her children, she began working at Wall Drug. She found a great amount of enjoyment working with the young people and meeting people from various states. She also served on the election board for many years. She was a member of the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Wall, and was instrumental in the building of the new church. Due to health reasons, she spent the last five years of her life at the Good Samaritan Center in New Underwood.

Survivors include her husband Frank of Wall; four children Gloria Gunn and her husband Rodney of Rapid City, Linda Kooiker and her husband Brad of Harrisburg, Craig Anderson of Wall, and Gwen Davis and her husband Wayne of Wall; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; one sister Edith Paulson of Wall; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Bernice was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers Norman, Delbert and Dayton Sebade; and one sister Eunice Johnson.

Visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, February 21, at the Rush Funeral Chapel in Wall.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 22, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Wall, with Father Tim Hoag as celebrant.

Interment will be at the Wall Cemetery.

Service Details

VISITATION
Tuesday, February 21, 2017 - 5-7 p.m.
Rush Funeral Chapel
Wall, South Dakota

MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Wednesday, February 22, 2017 - 2:00 p.m.
St. Patrick's Catholic Church
Wall, South Dakota

CELEBRANT
Father Tim Hoag

MUSIC
Jill Leonard
“On Eagle’s Wings”
“One Bread, One Body”

LECTOR
Anita Peterson

USHERS
Kevin Bielmaier - Jan Bielmaier - Craig Bielmaier

PALLBEARERS
Greg Davis - Ryan Gunn
Brady Gunn - Norbert Sebade
Kevin Paulsen - Gail Johnson - Bob Johnson

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance

INTERMENT
Wall Cemetery
Wall, South Dakota

Guest Book

Bernice was a beautiful person. Steve and I always thought so much of her. Her smile end her laughing eyes will always be remembered
~ SHEILA DREES (3/3/2017)

I am very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you in this difficult time. I know it’s hard to go through this pain, but I hope you may find comfort in knowing that God cares about how you feel and that He promises that “there is going to be a resurrection.” (Acts 24:15) (1 Peter 5:7) Won’t that be wonderful to see our loved ones again! If you would like to learn more about this hope, feel free to visit jw.org.
~ Emily (2/27/2017)

Gwen and family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Tom and I sat next to Bernice and Eunice for Saturday night Mass. Second row left side, they were on inside and we were on the other. They were so funny at the beginning of church, before Father came in. We sure did miss her when she moved. Think of her often during Mass. She was a great lady to know and we are glad to have gotten the chance. Are thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
~ Tom and Jackie Wall (2/22/2017)

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Anderson family.
~ Denny & Susan Walsh Miami, FL. (3/1/2017)

So sorry to hear about Bernice. Sending our thoughts and prayers.
~ Randy and Debbie Sheoard (2/21/2017)

Prayers to the Family of Bernice Anderson.
~ Twyla Reede New Underwood, SD (2/21/2017)

God has welcomed home a beautiful & gracious servant. Bernice's legacy of love & faith will extend to generations. May the love & strength of God & friends, & the memories of Bernice help you therough this difficult time. God bless. Marci
~ Marcia Eisenbraun Custer, SD (2/21/2017)

So sorry for loss. She was a wonderful lady that I know was very generous and kind. She will be missed.
~ Angie Nellen Hot Springs SD (2/21/2017)

Gwen, Linda, and Family,
My Deepest Sympathy. May the Lord Be With You Now and Always. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
~ Fawna (Geigle) Goff Sturgis,SD (2/20/2017)

Many prayers are being sent to the families. She had a beautiful smile and a very caring heart. Thoughts and prayers are being sent your way.
~ Deann Park Brandon SD (2/21/2017)

I am so sorry to hear of Bernice's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
~ Jill Kjerstad Rapid City (2/22/2017)

I spent a summer working with Bernice in the boot department at Wall Drug. She was a wonderful lady, and I'm so glad I got to know her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.
~ Carol Perrett Parker, CO (2/21/2017)

Thinking of you all at this difficult time ,Bernice will always have a special place in our hearts ,she always had a smile for everyone she met love a hugs to all
~ Norman and Marsha Wall (2/21/2017)