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Funeral services will take place on Saturday, November 14, 2020 at 2:00 PM (Mountain).

Rush Funeral Home
Philip, South Dakota

Masonic Cemetery
Philip, South Dakota



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In memory of

Douglas "Doug" Abrahamson

of Philip, South Dakota, formerly of Bowman, North Dakota, died on Monday, November 2, 2020 at Monument Health Hospital in Rapid City, as a result of Covid-19 at the age of 78

In the early morning of November 2, 2020, another pioneer “salt of the earth” was called home from the farm. Douglas Allen Abrahamson was born August 23, 1942, in Hallock, Minnesota, the first born son of Chester and Jessie Mae (Dye) Abrahamson. Doug was very devoted to his mom and her farm.

When Doug and Evie (Skogen) renewed their friendship in 1992, they married November 27, 1993. They were off and running, and Doug and Evie became “two peas in a pod.”

With Doug’s excellent leadership, he made a good farmer out of Evie with never fail instructions: “Please be seated in the tractor. Pay close attention. This is the steering wheel, the clutch, the throttle, the brake. Keep it between the ditches and have a great day! Don’t forget to check the oil and fuel when necessary.”

Doug sat on the Bowman County Fair Board for 30 years, and supported Evie in the Lions Club.

Doug is survived by his wife of 27 years, Evie; two Abrahamson brothers LeRoy and Harlan; one sister Mary Ann Bordwine; and two half-brothers Less and Lee Fandrick; two nephews; two nieces; numerous cousins; and many other relatives and friends. Doug and Evie had “wildlife managers” (known as hunters) scattered through the west coast and Midwest which have become dear friends and family.

Doug’s father passed away in 1949 and his mother in 1999.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 14, at the Rush Funeral Home in Philip, with interment to follow at the Masonic Cemetery in Philip. A gathering for all will be held immediately following the burial at the Steakhouse in downtown Philip.

There will be a celebration of life held in the spring of 2021 in Bowman, North Dakota. For those who wish to give toward a memorial in Doug’s honor, please give to Bowman County 4-H projects, Amidon Lutheran Church, Bowman Lions Club or to a local charity.

Cards and memorials may be sent to P.O. Box 248 Philip, SD 57567.


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FUNERAL SERVICE
Saturday, November 14, 2020 - 2:00 p.m.
Rush Funeral Home
Philip, South Dakota

CLERGY
Pastor Kathy Chesney

MUSIC
"You Decorated My Life"
"Somewhere Over the Rainbow"
"Wind Beneath My Wings"
"That's Important to Me"
"Where Do I Put Her Memory"

PALLBEARERS
Ryan Brewer - Damon Benik - Brennan Daly
John Daly - Brett Daly - Jay Gillaspie
Nick Werth - Rudy Lorge - Wayne Mrnak

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
Lane and Ann Dingfelder - Don and Jolene Croll
Julie Silha - Linda Narum - Kay and Conrad Smith

INTERMENT
Masonic Cemetery
Philip, South Dakota

  • Doug, You are home with the Lord. Your work on earth is complete. You were born an amazing person and you are resting in piece, leaving behind your integrity, strengths, love of land, and kindness you showed to many that respected you. When your Dad passed, as a young man you stepped up to the plate and became a tremendous help to Aunt Jessie. I have many fond memories of us that I will keep close to my heart. You made your life worth every second you were here and many will miss you. I know I will. Cousin, Sis ~ Wilma (Dee) Cella (Sis) Renton, Washington (11/14/2020)
  • Doug was a great guy. I will always have fond memories of him. He was a big big man and his heart completely matched his big build. He will be missed by many, but there will always be accomplishments etc for us to enjoy from his good works. ~ Nick Werth Rhame Nd (11/12/2020)
  • So very sorry to hear of Doug's passing. Also sorry to hear of the loss of your sister Mary. Sending Prayers Evie. God Bless. ~ Linda Schwalm Bowman 201 N. Harrison Ave. Pierre, SD 605-280-0448 (11/9/2020)
  • We are so very sad with the passing of Doug thinking of my brother. ~ Lee & Mary Fandrick Texas (11/8/2020)
  • Our sympathies ~ Rob and Marsha Lehmann (11/8/2020)
  • So sorry to hear of Doug's passing. Thinking of you and may Doug RIP. Have missed getting to visit with you both. ~ Theresa McGee Rhame, ND (11/5/2020)
  • Aunt Evie I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Doug he was an awesome person and great Uncle we will truly be missed by everyone that new him. We love you. ~ Johnny Gillaspie (11/4/2020)
  • Evie, I am so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. I enjoyed working with both of you on the Fair Board for several years. My prayers are with you at this difficult time. ~ Katie Harris HENDRICKS (11/4/2020)
  • Sorry for your loss. ~ Cody Gillaspie West Des Moines, Iowa (11/4/2020)
  • Evie, so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you. Sending you warm thoughts and hugs. ~ Chrystal Schofield Rapid City, SD (11/3/2020)
  • Sis, Sorry to hear of Dougs passing . He was a great brother in law. I always liked visiting with him . I used to laugh at him and Carl arguing over who got moms sour cream raisin pie . Sending love hugs and prayers your way . ~ Ken Gillaspie Pierre SD (11/3/2020)
  • Evie, Carl and I are so sorry to learn of Doug passing. He was a pretty awesome brother in law. We will always cherish the memories of you spending Thanksgiving with us. I knew he didn't really care to go Black Friday shopping but deep down I knew he had a blast !!! May he rest in peace. May God wrap his loving arms around you !!! Love you !!!! ~ Lori Suminski Bellevue, NE. (11/3/2020)