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Funeral services will take place on Monday, December 28, 2020 at 10:00 AM (Mountain).

Wall Community Center
Wall, South Dakota

Wall Cemetery
Wall, South Dakota
3-5 p.m. on Sunday, December 27, 2020
Wall Community Center
Wall, South Dakota



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In memory of

Jan Bielmaier

of Wall, South Dakota, died on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at his home west of Wall at the age of 61

Jan Michael Bielmaier was born May 1, 1959, in Rapid City, South Dakota, the second of six children born to Wiilliam and Marjorie (Fritz) Bielmaier. He grew up in Wall where he attended Wall High School. During his school years Jan was active in football, wrestling, and was proud of his John Philip Sousa Award he earned for his years as a trumpet player. Jan graduated from Wall High School in 1978, and then attended South Dakota State University. After college, he returned to the farm-ranch west of Wall, with his Dad.

Jan later purchased his own place from A.M. Smith, and continued to farm-ranch. While in Wall, Jan was active on the Wall Fire Department for many years, a board member on the Wall Golf Course, and was always helping with anything that needed to be done.

Jan was united in marriage to Stacy Hout while on a Caribbean Cruise in 2007. They made their home on the farm-ranch west of Wall their entire married life. In May of 2007, they completed their family, when Zach came to live with them in South Dakota. Jan's most enjoyable job from that day forward was being a father to Zach.

Jan was a DuPont Pioneer Sales Agent for the last 11 years. Jan has also guided deer hunters for a number years. When Jan wasn’t farming, ranching, or selling seed, he enjoyed golfing, bowling, fishing, hunting, and taking trips to golfing and or gambling destinations.

Survivors include his wife Stacy of Wall; his son Zach of Wall; his father William Bielmaier of Wall; three sisters Cathy Thompson and her husband Keith of Edwards, Colorado, Mary Beth Contreras and her husband Gary of Chandler, Arizona, and Cheryl Stewart and her husband Scott of Haslet, Texas; two brothers Kevin Bielmaier and his wife Jody of Wall, and Craig Bielmaier and his wife Jana of Wall; his mother and father in-law Arvin and June Hout of Rapid City; a brother-in-law Greg Hout of Rapid City; several nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Jan was preceded in death by his mother Marjorie Bielmaier on February 17, 1987.

Visitation will be held from 3-5 p.m. on Sunday, December 27, at the Wall Community Center.

Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday, December 28, at the Wall Community Center, with Pastor Chris Clark officiating.
Interment will be at the Wall Cemetery.

A memorial has been established.

A livestream will be available from this webpage at the start of the service.


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VISITATION
Sunday, December 27, 2020
3-5 p.m.
Wall Community Center
Wall, South Dakota

FUNERAL SERVICE
Monday, December 28, 2020 - 10:00 a.m.
Wall Community Center
Wall, South Dakota

CLERGY
Pastor Chris Clark

MUSIC
“Hands” Wes Hampton
“Because of Love” Wes Hampton
“I Cry You Care” David Phelps
“My Child is Coming Home” David Phelps

READING OF THE OBITUARY
Pete Carlson

USHERS
Jacob Bielmaier - Simon Carlson

PALLBEARERS
Stan Anderson - Bret Estes - Pete Carlson
Brennan Kjerstad - Nathan Kjerstad - Joseph Leach
Pat Larsen - Dale Sawvell

INTERMENT
Wall Cemetery
Wall, South Dakota

  • I was saddened to hear of Jan's passing. I was fortunate to be his field agronomist for several years with Pioneer. He was always upbeat and even when things weren't going his way he was always a good person to be around. He will really be missed. ~ Larry Lunder Mandan, ND (1/4/2021)
  • Such great memories to hold us over until we meet again. Our deepest sympathies to the entire family. RIP, Jan Bielmaier ~ Susan Shyne and Kirk Dawson Seattle (1/1/2021)
  • Dear Stacy, and Zach
    I am sad to hear of Jan's passing, you are in my thoughts and prayers     ~ Gary Contreras Chandler, Arizona (12/30/2020)
  • Dear Stacy, and Zach
    I am sad to hear of Jan's passing, you are in my thoughts and prayers     ~ Gary Contreras Chandler, Arizona (12/30/2020)
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! ~ Deb and Dan Eberly New Underwood (12/30/2020)
  • Dear Stacy, and Zach
    I am sad to hear of Jan's passing, you are in my thoughts and prayers     ~ Gary Contreras Chandler, Arizona (12/30/2020)
  • You know, you hear all the time "hug your loved ones ". But you never really think that it will be the last time that you do. I still haven't let it sink in that I won't see Jan again, but what really makes me sad is how much Stacy and Zach loved him so much and I can't imagine how sad this is. Watched Jan's funeral live stream and my heart goes out Zach. I laughed about Zach talking about when Jan asking him about the food he cooked for him....."is it good?...it's good isn't it?" Lmao! Jan will be missed. but can't imagine how Stacy and Zach will miss h. So sad. ~ Norma Wall, SD (12/30/2020)
  • Oh the memories of Jan playing trumpet in band with his sister Mary playing flute and Cathy playing french horn. Thoughts and prayers to Jan's family. He will certainly be missed and remembered in our hearts. ~ Tonya Venhuizen Matt Sioux Falls, SD (12/30/2020)
  • Always something good to say to everyone! I will miss him! ~ Steven Bretzer Texas (12/29/2020)
  • With extreme sadness, I say good bye to my Dear cousin Jan Bielmaier, Taken way before we all expected but left a legacy of friendship to virtually everyone he met. Valois and I send condolences to uncle Bill and all the rest of our Bielmaier cousins. Bless you all and peace be with you.
    We also send the deepest condolences and best wishes to Stacy and Zach, your loss here is unending and only time can heal this heartbreak. Our best to you and we look forward to seeing you this coming spring when we return from Arizona.
    We miss Jan very much.     ~ GEORGE S STRANDELL Rapid City, SD (12/28/2020)
  • We will sure miss Jan in the coffee crowd in the mornings. We learned many tid bits and will most certainly miss that laugh his story-telling. Rest In Peace. ~ Tweetens Wall (12/28/2020)
  • Jan we will miss you very much and I have always looked forward to seeing you at the family reunions. Many good memories on summer visits to the ranch when we were kids, and the ride you took on the Navy ship with me from Hawaii to San Diego ! We will miss you very much. Love from Mark Shyne and Angie Schaner ~ Mark Shyne Bozeman, Montana (12/28/2020)
  • Dear Stacy, and Zach
    I am sad to hear of Jan's passing, you are in my thoughts and prayers     ~ Gary Contreras Chandler, Arizona (12/28/2020)
  • Jan was a great man who touched many different lives in many different ways. He had a gentle sense of humor & a kind heart. He will be missed by all who knew him. May God be with you all during this time of sadness. Hold your memories close for they shall see you thru the day, weeks & months ahead. ~ Cindy Nuzum Wall SD (12/28/2020)
  • With the tragic loss of our cousin, our brother Jan, our hearts go out to Stacy and Zack, and to Uncle Bill, Mary Beth, Cathy, Kevin, Cheryl, Craig and their families. Jan was a central figure in our second home West River; where our mother, Mary Bielmaier Strandell grew up. Our early years as kids playing together all over the breaks of Lazy B Ranch, and the memorable family reunions are bright in my mind and heart. We will miss his big laughter, and kindness forever.
    We wish we could be with you today in Wall, to grieve and remember Jan together.
    Deepest sympathies, Mary Ann Strandell and Michael Rees.     ~ Mary Ann Strandell North Bergen, NJ (12/28/2020)
  • We extend our sincere sympathy to Stacy & family for the loss of Jan. ~ Ron Dyvig & Teresa Hofer Quinn, SD (12/28/2020)
  • Jan was my classmate and we both played in the band together. I am so sorry for your loss.
    Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.     ~ Nancy Clements Wisconsin (12/28/2020)
  • We are so sorry to hear about Jan. You and your family are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you and your family. ~ Randy & Sherry Volmer Owanka (12/28/2020)
  • Stacy and Zach,
    Bobbi and I are thinking about you during this unbelievable sad time. What a great guy and to be gone so prematurely. I loved stopping by your home to visit and will miss him much. Please accept our condolences. I wish we could be there.
    Hang in there.     ~ John and Bobbi Strandell Minn (12/28/2020)
  • Uncle Bill and Mary Beth, Cathy, Cheryl, Kevin and Craig.
    What a shock to lose our cousin and brother.
    We will be thinking of all of you Monday and will stop in to see everyone when we can.
    Take good care. Love you all.
    John & Bobbi     ~ John and Bobbi Strandell Minn (12/28/2020)
  • Our condolences to the family. Jan was a good friend and we shared many great memories together. ~ Ross & Holly Renner Phoenix, AZ (12/27/2020)
  • I am so terribly sorry for your loss. My love and prayers are with you all During this time of grief. I hope all the fond memories fill your heart with happiness to get you through the days. I love you all ~ Lisa (12/27/2020)
  • Windsor Co ~ Lisa Meyer Sperl 722 Apple Ct (12/27/2020)
  • My thoughts and prayers to all of the Bielmaier family. Jan will be greatly missed by all. He had a heart of gold and was willing to help a person in need whenever needed. ~ Casey D Weaver Wall (12/27/2020)
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with Bill and the entire Bielmaier Family. ~ Denny & Susan Walsh Miami FL. (12/27/2020)
  • Montana ~ Marcelle M Shyne and Kirk Goodale Bozeman (12/27/2020)
  • So sad to hear about Jan. We were in the same class K-12 and before that we were in Sunday School together. Hard to think of Wall without Jan. He was always the biggest kid in class, had a heart to match that, got better grades than the rest of the boys and could crackup everyone with an acerbic one liner. Always up there hammering that trumpet during games. So sad for the family, and sad that Bill has to experience losing a son. Great family that were central characters in my fond memories of Wall. ~ Pat Hustead Denver, CO (12/26/2020)
  • My sympathy in the passing of Jan. ~ Lea Willuweit Ymker Armour SD (12/26/2020)
  • My heart felt sympathy to Cathy and Keith Thompson and the Bielmaier family. Wall lost one of the best local boys on the farm. ~ Mary Miller Naples, Florida (12/26/2020)
  • My Sympathy to Jan's family. ~ Dorothy (Stuchlik) Wiederhold Rapid City, SD (12/26/2020)
  • So sorry for your loss. ~ Gary and Bobbie Jo Amos Wall, SD (12/26/2020)
  • My sincere condolences to the extended Bielmaier family for the great loss in Jan's passing. May you find comfort in the Lord during this time. ~ Kim Poppe-Smart (12/26/2020)
  • Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Jan made such an incredible impact on all of our lives. He will be deeply missed. ~ The Larsen Family Rapid City (12/26/2020)
  • Our condolences to the entire Beilmaier family durng this very difficult time. You are in our hearts and lprayers. ~ Deb & Drex Douglas Edwards CO (12/26/2020)
  • So sorry to hear about Jan, I alway enjoyed our early morning visits at the Auto Livery, he had a great love for agriculture and those of us in it. ~ Philip Wilson 18351 Smithville Rd. (12/25/2020)
  • Thoughts & Prayers Go Out family & Friends ~ Aaron Kitterman & family Bel Aire, Kansas (12/25/2020)
  • So much love & prayers to the entire family! Jan was always & will always be a "special" big brother to me! So so glad got to see him & Stacy couple years ago. Heaven got 1 of the best for sure! ~ Darcey Eisenbraun Rapid City, SD (12/25/2020)
  • Kevin, Craig and Family,
    My Deepest Sympathy. Keeping all of you in my thoughts. Jan was always so kind, would visit with anyone. He had an amazing smile.     ~ Fawna (Geigle) Goff Sturgis, SD (12/24/2020)
  • Jan was a great man and so thankful to have called him a good friend. we had a few good laughs and fun times and I will miss seeing him on my trips back home. will truly miss you my friend. Condolences to you Stacy and Zach and the whole Bielmaier family. Thoughts are with you all. ~ Tom Clark Pahoa, HI (12/24/2020)
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bielmaier family. ~ Kari and Kendall Kjerstad Grand Junction CO (12/24/2020)
  • To the Bielmaier family, So very sorry for your loss. Stacy & Zach please let me know if I can help on any way. Jan was such a nice guy ~ Ronda Hamann Wall, SD (12/24/2020)
  • Jan was a good friend and a great man. We went to middle school and high school together. A true gentleman who always made me laugh and I always enjoyed seeing him again whenever I would visit Wall. My condolences to his family, may God hold you close and comfort you during this difficult time. ~ Claude Ramsey Spearfish (12/24/2020)