Obituaries

Apr 15, 2026

Donald Kotzea, 63, of Aberdeen formerly Webster, died Wednesday, April 15 at Mother Joseph Manor, Aberdeen.

Arrangements are currently pending.

Apr 5, 2026

In loving memory of Jahkilyn Kenny Lee Tracy

Livestream video can be viewed on Coester Funeral Home Facebook page.

Jahkilyn Kenny Lee Tracy was born on Feb. 1st 2022, to Sarah Mae Tracy.

At just one year old, he lovingly gave Josh Rucktaeschel the name of dad, a reflection of the special bond...

Jan 24, 2026

Linda T. Nicolay was born 4/29/45 to Arthur and Angela (Block) Nicolay.

She was employed at Rochester Mayo Clinic for many years and after retiring spent some time traveling and just enjoying life.  Linda passed away 1/24/26 at her home in Rochester, MN.

She is survived by her brother, Bill Nicolay, her sister, Cindy (Nicolay)  ...

Dec 16, 2025

Gloria Aaron, 92, of Henderson, NV formerly Webster died Tues., Dec. 16 at Senior Sanctuary Group Home, Henderson, NV.

It is with great sadness that the family of Gloria Aaron announces her passing at the age of 92.  She passed away peacefully at the Senior Sanctuary in Henderson, NV, on Dec. 16, 2025.

Gloria was...

Dec 5, 2025

Brenda Snaza, 74 of Comanche, TX died Friday, December 5 at Western Hills Nursing Home, Comanche, TX.

The family will be gathering on Saturday, December 13 at the Longbranch in Grenville from 3-8 all are welcome.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Livestreamed on Coester Funeral Home Facebook page.

Brenda Joyce (Bawek) Snaza...

Oct 31, 2025

Livesteam video can be viewed on Coester Funeral Home Facebook page.

Our beloved mother, sister, and friend, Jenny passed away unexpectedly on Friday. October 31 Jenny was born December 28, 1973, to Mary and Donovan Premus.  She had a happy and warm upbringing in a family with nine siblings.  A consummate Webster Bearcat, Jenny was involved in...

Oct 1, 2025

David Kotzea, 51, of Aberdeen, SD with family at his side died Wednesday October 1 at Avera St. Luke's Hospital in Aberdeen.

Davids service will be live streamed on Coester Funeral Home Facebook page.

David was born on October 4, 1973 to Gene and Jacqueline (Dokter) Kotzea in Webster, SD.  David grew up on the...

Aug 30, 2025

James Lee Rood, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, at his cherished Rood Farm in Webster, South Dakota.

Funeral service honoring Jim's life will be held on September 12, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St. John's Lutheran Church, Webster. Friends and family are invited to come together to celebrate...

Aug 7, 2025

David Joseph Johnson, 78, of Webster, SD passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, at Bethesda Nursing Home in Webster, SD.

His family will hold a Memorial Service in remembrance of his life to be scheduled at a later date.

David was born May 19, 1947 in Toledo, OH, To Robert M. and Kathleen (Lauters)...

Jun 21, 2025

James Gollnick, 86, of Webster died Sat., June 21 at his residence.

Jim's Mass can be viewed on Coester Funeral Home Facebook on Wednesday.

James "Jim" Lee Gollnick was born April 22, 1939 to George and Genevieve "Jane" (Senske) Gollnick in Webster, South Dakota. Jim and his younger sister, Carole, grew up in Webster.

May 27, 2025

Craig Hammitt, 65, died Tuesday, May 27 at his residence in Webster.

Per his request there will be no services.

Craig was born February 13, 1960 in Sioux Falls, SD. In 1968, he moved to Webster SD with his family. Craig graduated from Webster High School in 1978. He then traveled to Colorado and Arizona...

May 10, 2025

Virgil Horst, 87, of Zimmerman, MN formerly Webster, died Sau., May 10 at his nieces residence.

Virgil was born on March 9, 1938, Virgil was the eldest child of Arthur and Bernice Horst. He was raised on a 160-acre farm northwest of Webster, where he learned the values of hard work and perseverance that guided him throughout...

Mar 17, 2025

Annick "Nikki" Wait, 82, of Waubay died Monday, March 17 at Sanford Hospital, Webster.

Annick was born in Paris, France where she met her husband and they got married on March 17, 1964.  They moved back to the U.S. where they lived in Colorado Springs, CO. at an Army Base until they finally resided in Watertown. After...

Jan 23, 2025

Dean Gordimer 69, of Webster died Thursday, January 23 at Sanford Hospital, Webster.

Arrangements are currently pending.

Dec 17, 2024

Delores M. Lesnar, 89, of Grenville, SD, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at Marshall County Healthcare Center in Britton, SD.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 28, 2024, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Grenville, SD with Father Ken Lulf, Celebrant and Father Albert Cizewski, con-Celebrant Livestream video can be viewed...

Oct 22, 2024

Richard "Dick" Schiley, 91, of Webster died Tues., Oct 22 at Sanford Hospital, Webster.

Dick Schiley was born in Bradley, SD on April 8, 1933, to John and Mary (Baisch) Schiley.  He grew up on the farm near Lily, SD, and graduated from Lily HS in 1951.  Dick married Alberta Grosek in Webster on November 20, 1954,...

May 27, 2024

Hobert Bailey, 85, of Bristol, formerly of Princeton, WV died Mon., May 27 at Sun Dial Manor, Bristol.

Livestream video of Hobert's funeral can be viewed on Coester Funeral Home Facebook page.

Hobert Lee Bailey was born on January 9, 1939 in Princeton, WV.  He was the son of Ezra L and Ida (Hubbard) Bailey....

May 16, 2024

Alice Lesner Gebur, 95, of Bristol, formerly of Webster, died Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Sanford Hospital, Webster, SD.

Livestream video of Alice's funeral Mass can be viewed on Coester Funeral Home Facebook page.

Alice M. Kwasniewski was born on November 2, 1928 in Groton, SD.  She was the eldest child of Frank S. and...

May 14, 2024

Live Love. Laugh.  Louise Dorothy Baumgarn was born on Friday, March 22, 1957 to Earl Sr. and Verna (Schoenbeck) Baumgarn at the Peabody Hospital in Webster, SD.  She was the youngest of 8 siblings which accounts for the statement that she repeated often, "I'm not spoiled.  I'm just really, really loved!"  They all watched out for her and loved...

Apr 25, 2024

Margaret "Peggy" Monson, 86, of Crocker died Thur., Apr. 25 at her residence.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 Tues., Apr. 30 at Christ The King Catholic Church, Webster.  Burial will be in the St. Thomas Cemetery, Crocker.

Visitation will be from 5-7 Mon at Christ the King Catholic Church ending with...