Visitation: 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 25, with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m., all at First Lutheran Church in Wall.

Funeral Services: 10:00 am on Monday, November 26, at First Lutheran Church, with Pastor Monty Dell officiating.

Interment: Wall Cemetery

• I am so fortunate that I was able to be so close to Grandma. She did an amazing job with her kids and us Grandkids couldn't have asked for a better grandma. She always taught us how important family is. She would do anything for us! We have so many wonderful memories of her. Even when I moved to Spearfish, I would come home and still get carrot cake or chili from her, or once in a while I would receive those calls to meet her in Deadwood to work on my Black Jack Skills.
  I was able to see Grandma the night (Wednesday) before she passed away. She was up and moving and seemed perfectly fine. She was telling me how she was worried that she couldn't go Christmas shopping this year and that she would have to send mom and dad to buy the presents. We laughed about a pumpkin pie she was suppose to bring to the hospital and just joked back and forth. She didn't even seem like anything was wrong.
  Grandma is really the only Grandma I have ever known and I feel so lucky that I was able to spend the time I did with her and have her supporting me at all kinds of acitivites from all my basketball games to band concerts to graduations. We all love her and will miss her. ~ Sheila M Spearfish (11/22/2007)
• Clark, Roger & Gloria, Our sincere sympathy is with you at this time. Elsie was so good to us the two years we shared your house and attended high school in Wall. She made us feel that she was glad to see us when our paths would cross. I know she was always so proud of you kids and your accomplishments. Philip & Mary Kay Wilson ~ Philip and Mary Kay Wilson Elm Springs, SD (11/22/2007)
• What can we say. She was a great lady who we really felt was more of a mother to us than a friend. When we moved here she was always willing to give us some advice and a helping hand. She was an inspiration to all with her strong Christian faith through many a tough time. We just need to remember she is in a better place. ~ Dick, Pam, Amanda, Shayla Wall (11/22/2007)
• Please accept my sympathies and prayers for the repose of Elsie's soul. She was a very sweet lady who always "made my day". I will miss her when I return to Wall. ~ Fr Bob 609 N Sixth Street, Ballinger, TX 76821 (11/22/2007)
• My sympathy to Elsie's family. We spent a few years working together - Elsie with the SCS and I with the Forest Service. She was a neat lady and she really loved and was proud of her kids!! Enjoy good memories. ~ Dorothy (Stuchlik) Wiederhold Ridgecrest, CA (11/22/2007)
• Clark, Audrey, Sommerlyn, and Sheila - I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Keep your wonderful memories close at heart - they truly are a gift and will help get you through the days ahead. ~ Niki (Barber) Mohr Rapid City, SD (11/22/2007)
• Clark and family,
  So sorry to hear about your Mom. I knew she was having surgery when I called and found out you were out of the office. This must be a shock to you and your family. God's time is not always in line with what we think our time should be here on earth. We need to remember, we are here for a short time. Your Mom has just begun her eternity with her Lord and Savior. Her pain and suffering is over. Our prayers are with you and your family. God comforts us during our time in the valley. Remember the good times and the special times with your Mom. Bruce and Kim Walth ~ Bruce and Kim Walth Mandan, ND (11/22/2007)
• Thinking & praying for you at this time. Your mom was a wonderful woman. ~ Colleen Clements & Connie (Clements) Richards Cedar Rapids IA (11/22/2007)
• To Gloria: I am saddened to hear of your mother's passing. If you remember, I worked with you at Dr.'s Corwin and Wick many years ago. I send my sympathy to you and your family. ~ Enzie Jacobson 1617 Debra Drive #211, RC, SD 57702 (11/22/2007)
• Gloria,
  Knowing that I can't be with you at this time, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ~ Jerry Gutierres Gillette, Wy (11/22/2007)
• Clark, Roger, Gloria and families, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Elsie was always a person that you could count on seeing whenever we came home. She will be missed for her stories that dad and her would tell. May god bless you in this time of sorrow. ~ Bonnie (Crown) Ramirez Douglas, Wyoming (11/22/2007)
• Out sincerest sympathy to your family during this difficult time. Elsie was a special lady and touched many people's lives, she will be missed. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Christ and Sharon ~ Christ and Sharon Hinsz 3942 City View Dr. Rapid City, SD 57701 (11/22/2007)
• To Elsie's family, My sincere thoughts and condolences to you all. She was a special lady. I got to know Elsie as a colleague and friend when she was the Wall School District business manager and although we lost touch after her retirement, I will always remember her and her sense of humor. She was very proud of her kids and grandkids and will be missed by all who knew her. Eileen Stolley ~ Eileen Stolley Kadoka (11/22/2007)
• Clark, Audrey, Sommerlyn, Sheila, & Families,
  We are sorry to hear about your loss. There are no words that I can say to ease your pain at this time. Smile and cherish the memories that you have from the time that you spent together. She will definitely be missed. We are thinking about you! Heidi, Randy, & Colt Kopren ~ Heidi (Geigle) Kopren Bison, SD (11/22/2007)
• Clark, Roger and Gloria,
  
  Sending my condolences to all of you on the loss of your mom. You were always foremost in her mind as you were growing up. I know you have many special memories that will live with you always.
  
  God Bless each and every one of you and your families during this trying time.
  
  Kitty ~ Kitty (Mihills) Monke Regent, ND (11/22/2007)
• We are sorry to hear about Elsie. She was always so kind and caring and ready to visit whenever we would see her.The town of Wall has lost another great pillar in the community. We will miss seeing her when we are back in Wall. Our Love and Prayers are with you all! ~ Tom and Kamie Carmichael 312 Grand Ave., Delta Co. 81416 (11/22/2007)
• Clark,
  I never saw Elsie when she did not have a smile and a noce greeting and comment. She always helped make my day better and for that I will miss her and remember her as the happy person she was.
  Deepest sympathies for you loss. I know you will always treasure memories of her. ~ George Strandell Wall (11/22/2007)
• Dear family & friends of Elsie -
  
  As a person working in the medical field - I have met so many people over the course of the past 20 years. Elsie, although no longer a patient in the clinic where I work, is someone whom I have never forgotten.
  
  When I came to Wall to assist one of the doctors doing an outreach clinic, it was Elsie who was the first to greet us and welcome us there. Whenever we returned to Wall, we always knew that there would be lunch and wonderful home-made PIE for us after we were finished!
  
  And when she came to visit the doctor in Rapid City, she never came without a fresh bag of donuts from Wall Drug!
  
  Always thinking of others, she has always been a joy to be with and will remain held forever, dear to my heart and in fond memory.
  
  Blessings to you all -
  Jacqui Hatzell ~ Jacqui Hatzell Rapid City, SD (11/22/2007)
• To Elsie's family, I wish to send my deepest sympathy to your family. I had the privilege of getting to know Elsie when we were business managers at different schools. She was a dear lady and always liked by everyone. It seemed no matter where we were, Elsie always new someone. We always heard about her children grandchildren and friends who were so important to her. I know you will be blessed by many fond memories that will ease the pain of your loss. May God Bless You, Marcia Jackson ~ Marcia Jackson 412 S 17th St, Hot Springs, SD 57747 (11/22/2007)
• Sorry for your lose. She was a very nice and funny lady. ~ Kathy and Jason Carson Gillette (11/22/2007)