Donald Bill Volmer Obituary

Donald was born February 23, 1934, on the family farm 5 miles south of Draper, the son of Frank and Mary (Rubin) Volmer. He grew up on the home place and attended a small country school through the 8th grade. He went on to graduate from Draper High School in 1952.

Donald was united in marriage to his high school sweetheart, Ellen Marshall, on July 9, 1953 in Draper. From this union five children were born. They made their home on a farm southeast of Draper where Donald raised cattle, chicken, and pigs. In 1961 they moved into town when they purchased and ran Don-Ells Market for over 30 years. Donald continued to farm until his death.

Donald was an active member of the United Methodist Church.

Donald lived for his family and friends. He enjoyed traveling, hunting and bowling when he was younger. He loved talking and got very excited when talking of his many experiences of farming. Donald took great pleasure in following his children and grandchildren on their many activities.

Survivors include four children Darla Tucker of Woonsocket, Kim Schmidt and her husband Tony of Draper, Dell Volmer and his wife Christie of Amarillo, Texas, and Dean Volmer and his wife Terri of Draper; nine grandchildren, Donny, Amanda, Kayla, Jaime, Brady, Ellissa, Brandell, Jackson, and Tana; six great-grandchildren, Jacob, Oakley, Blake, Layney, Alexis, and Sydney; one brother Leroy Volmer and his wife Jeannie of Pierre; two sisters Florence Christian of Pierre, and Rosemarie Wold of Middleton, Wisconsin; a sister-in-law Delores Volmer of Presho; and a brother-in-law Earl "Shorty" Marshall and his wife Dianne of Draper.

Donald Bill was preceded in death by his wife Ellen; a son Donald as an infant; his parents Frank and Mary; and three brothers Frankie, Alfred, and Delmer; and a great-granddaughter Brooklyn Howard.

Visitation was held 6-7 p.m. on Friday, March 11, at the United Methodist Church in Draper, with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 12, at the Draper Auditorium, with Pastor Rick Hazen officiating.

Interment will be at the Draper Cemetery.

Service Details

VISITATION
Friday, March 11, 2016
6-7 p.m. CST with a prayer service at 7 p.m.
United Methodist Church
Draper, South Dakota

FUNERAL SERVICE
Saturday, March 12, 2016 - 11:00 a.m. CST
Draper Auditorium
Draper, South Dakota

CLERGY
Pastor Rick Hazen

MUSIC
Donna Kinsley
“Alleluia”
“The Lord’s Prayer"

REGISTER BOOK ATTENDANTS
Dianne Marshall - Joyce Hammond

USHERS
Kevin Meyers– Curt Miller

PALLBEARERS
Brandell Volmer—Jacob Howard
Donny Howard—Brady Schmidt
Kraig Hendricks—Jeremy Hoag
Jackson Volmer

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance

INTERMENT
Draper Cemetery
Draper, South Dakota

Guest Book

sorry to hear about Donald Bill, he was so fun to be around. Loved it when he got to telling stories. He had the best laugh. We will really miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
~ Randy & Linda Vevig Draper SD (3/9/2016)

Kim [and family] I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I sincerely express my most heartfelt sympathy. Having lost my father, I know that your grief is personal but your loss is shared by many. I hope you find some solace and comfort in the stories you share with all who knew him and loved him.
~ Tracy Nickels Aguayo Clark, SD (3/10/2016)

So very sorry for your loss...will miss seeing him on camping trips
~ Peggy Ramser Pierre, SD (3/9/2016)

Sorry to hear about the death of Donald Bill, I always enjoyed listening to his stories he loved to share. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
~ Jewell Bork Okaton (3/10/2016)

Sorry hear about Donald Bill Our Thoughts and Prayers are with all .
~ Nick and Mary Ellen Weber Mitchell SD (3/11/2016)

So sorry for your loss. May you all know that you have been blessed.
~ Macle Spicer and daughters Guilford, MO (3/10/2016)

We were sorrowed to hear of Donald Bill's passing. We enjoyed reminiscing about our time(s) pheasant hunting with Donald Bill and the fun he always brought with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with family and friends.
~ Mike & Julie Wilson Summersville, MO (3/15/2016)

I am so sorry to learn of Donald Bill's death. I was a high school classmate of him and Ellen. I recall many good times those many years ago. I often remember our Senior "Skip Day" trip to Lake of the Ozark's, Mo. What a fun trip!
~ Margaret Ellen (Louder) Ruoff Centennial, Colorado (3/11/2016)