Obituary: Winona Bell Carson

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In memory of

Winona Bell Carson

of Kadoka, South Dakota, died on Sunday, January 6, 2013 at the Kadoka Nursing Home in Kadoka at the age of 94

Winona Bell Ogle was born November 14, 1918, in Brownlee, Nebraska, the daughter of Charles L. and Jessie (Vian) Ogle. She grew up on a ranch 35 miles southeast of Valentine, Nebraska, where she attended rural school. As a young lady, she hearded sheep for her grandfather Vian.
She met her future husband George Carson and they were married February 9, 1935, at Valentine. They made their home in Kilgore, Nebraska, until 1942, when they moved to a ranch near Long Valley, South Dakota. In 1976, because of George’s health, they retired and moved into Kadoka.
Her husband George preceded her in death on August 12, 1980. Winona continued to reside in Kadoka, where she cleaned the Presbyterian Church and the bank.
She is noted for her pancakes and donuts in this area as well as clear to California. She loved to cook and take care of her family and friends.
Winona was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Kadoka.
Survivors include two sons Ronnie Carson and his wife Renate of Kadoka, and Oliver Carson and his wife Gayle of Wall; one daughter Wilma Carlton and her husband Mel of Kadoka; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; 13 great-great-grandchildren; two brothers Eugene Ogle and his wife Millie of Plainview, Minnesota, and Ted Ogle and his wife Carol of Cathedral City, California; three sisters Joy Parker of Kadoka, Gertrude Case of Portland, Oregon, and Rosalie Sanks and her husband Dave of Cheyenne, Wyoming; and a host of other relatives and friends.
In addition to her husband George, Winona was preceded in death by her parents; and three brothers Charles, Laurence, and Frank.
Visitation was held 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 8, at the Presbyterian Church in Kadoka, and one hour preceding the services on Wednesday.
Funeral services were held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 9, at the Presbyterian Church in Kadoka, with Pastor Gary McCubbin officiating.
Interment was at the Kadoka Cemetery.
A memorial has been established.

FUNERAL SERVICES
Wednesday, January 9, 2013 - 10:00 a.m.
Presbyterian Church
Kadoka, South Dakota
CLERGY
Pastor Gary McCubbin
MUSIC
Jean Weller - Pianist
Carl Bauman & John Kaiser - Vocalists
"If That Isn't Love"
"Because He Lives"
Terry Sawyer - Vocalist
"Until The Storm Passes By"
Eliz and Emily - Vocalists
"Flowers in the Rain"
POEM
Cheryl Carleton
USHERS
Bud Weller - Bill Weller
PALLBEARERS
Rodney Carson - Scott Carson
Randy Carleton - Sandra Luisi
Kim VanderMay - Pat Luisi
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance
INTERMENT
Kadoka Cemetery
Kadoka, South Dakota

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Visitation: 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 8, at the Presbyterian Church in Kadoka.
Funeral services: 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 9, at the Presbyterian Church in Kadoka.
Interment: Kadoka Cemetery.

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Wilma,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. I'm not sure you remember me or not, but I worked as a pharmacy technician at Zeeb Pharmacy until September of last year, but I remember you and your mother stopping in, as well as speaking to you over the phone when ordering prescriptions. I pray for your comfort during this difficult time, and hope every day is better than the last. Sincerely, Erin Fitzgerald ~ Erin (Schofield) Fitzgerald Po Box 793 Philip, SD 57567 (1/6/2013)
Ron, Oliver, Wilma and family. What a joy to be able to care for your loved one at the Kadoka Nursing Home. I enjoyed visiting with her about her cooking. She is such a sweet and caring person. We will miss her. Our prayers are with you at this time. ~ Ruby Sanftner Kadoka (1/6/2013)
Prayers for all your family at this time. ~ Connie Clements Richards Altoona IA (1/6/2013)
My sympathy to your entire family. It was an honor to care for your Mom during her Philip Clinic visits. You are fortunate to have had her with you for so many years! Treasure those memories as I know there are alot of good ones! God Bless. Fay Hauk Philip Clinic Nurse ~ Fay Hauk Philip,SD (1/6/2013)
Wilma Oliver Ronnie sorry to hear of Aunt Nonie i wont be able to be there but some of my fond memories was at the Ranch in the Long Vally area her teaching us kids how to milk cows, and the best of all was heer Milk Gravy, She would always welcome in a family member when they needed it. she was always making quilts, I will miss her so much Love Phillip Rogers ~ Phillip Rogers Rapid City (1/6/2013)
To Winonas Family She sure was a great cook rembering the donuts she always made for the staff at the school. We looked forward to it every year . Heaven gained a great person. ~ Bonnie Madsen Kadoka S.D.To Winona (1/6/2013)
Dear Wilma, Ron, Oliver and families . My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to all of you at this sad time. She was truly a pioneer woman and will be very much missed by a lot of people. My love and prayers be with all of you. I got to see her often at the care center. May she rest in peace in her eternal garden. She was a dear, sweet lady. ~ Mary Schnee Kadoka, S Dak. (1/6/2013)
My deepest sympathy to all. Winona was so special, she was everything you ever wanted/needed in a mom/grandmother.I was trully blessed to have gotten to take care of her at KNH, and to have her as all of you as my friend. NEED ME for anything call me!!! ~ Cathy Stone Kadoka (1/6/2013)
our deepest sympathy to you all. we are sorry to hear of Winona's passing. remember all the wonderful memories. God Bless YOU ALL... kenny and nancy neville ~ nancy neville philip (1/6/2013)
Oh, she was so special. Beauty radiated from her! I am so sorry to have missed Winoma`s funeral service, but my own mom was ill and I was with her. I will always treasure the prayer times we had at her house. God bless you all. ~ Lee Ann Knutson Philip (1/6/2013)
My deepest sympathy for the family. I remember dearly the times I spent with your Mom and Dad. I always wanted to be calm and collected as she was. I always thought she had the most beautiful hair. She was a special person. ~ Julia Robbins Gardner PO box 1966, North Platte, Ne 69103 (1/6/2013)
To all the family my deepest sympathy. I have a lot of fond memories of "Aunt Nonie". She was full of hugs and always seem to be frying chicken when we visited. God's hugs to you. ~ Bonnie Robbins Everett 567 Park Ave, Merritt Island, FL (1/6/2013)