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Funeral services will take place on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 10:00 AM (Mountain).

Private family service
Evangelical Free Bible Church
Wall, South Dakota

Public Welcome Interment -
Tuesday, June 9, 2020 - 11:00 a.m.
Mt. Hope Cemetery
Quinn, South Dakota



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In memory of

Bessie O'Bryan

of Rapid City formerly of Wall, South Dakota, died on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at Avantara Saint Cloud Nursing Home in Rapid City at the age of 88

Bessie Irene (Morgan) O’Bryan was born on September 6, 1931, in Custer, South Dakota. Her parents, Herb and Polly Morgan, welcomed five sons and three daughters into the world. Bessie spent most of her years around Quinn going to Quinn High School and later to Black Hills College so she could teach school.

Bessie was united in marriage to Faye Howard O’Bryan on June 1, 1950, and they lived on a farm on Big Foote Road. Faye and Bessie had four daughters and one son: Patsy Silva, Sharon Barnett, Catie Hein, Linda Hilgemann, and Dale O’Bryan. Faye and Bessie farmed the land, milked dairy cows, and ran cattle until Faye died in 1995.

Bessie loved caring for her children and grandchildren, being part of the large Morgan Family, and working on the farm with her family. She sewed many of her daughter’s clothes and later made numerous quilts.

Bessie loved to sing. She hummed while she worked, cooked, and sewed. She sang to her daughters as they grew up, and she loved to sing in church. She taught her daughters to work hard, give to others, and love the Lord. Bessie was known by many for her sweet smile and her gentle nature.

Bessie is survived by her daughter’s families: Patsy and Dave Silva; Sharon and Bruce Barnett with Christal Noonan and Tom Harmon, MeLisa and Gabe Ellerton, and Tifanie and Eric Petro; Catherine “Catie” and Dale Hein, Lily and Liz Etner, William Hein and Emily and Luis Garcia; and Linda and Brett Hilgemann with Stephanie and Eddie Carmody and Brittney Hilgemann and fiancé Brenten Landis. Bessie has numerous great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers Alfred Morgan and Stanley Morgan, and her sisters Bertha Warner and Ethel Bader.

She was preceded in death by her husband Faye O'Bryan on January 27, 1995; son, Dale O'Bryan; her parents Herb and Polly Morgan; and three brothers Raymond, John, and Victor Morgan.

On behalf of the family, we wish to express our gratitude for your many kindnesses evidenced in thought, prayer, and deed. We appreciate the loving care given to Bessie by Meadowbrook Care and Rehab Center and Avantara Saint Cloud Nursing Home of Rapid City.

Cards and memorials may be sent to 24557 Big Foote Rd. Wall, SD 57790.

A private family only funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 9, at the Evangelical Free Bible Church in Wall. The funeral service will be live streamed from this webpage so all are welcome to watch.

A public graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 9, at Mt. Hope Cemetery near Quinn. The graveside service will also be live streamed and can be watched from this webpage. All are welcome to attend.



PRIVATE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICE
Tuesday, June 9, 2020 - 10:00 a.m.
Evangelical Free Bible Church
Wall, South Dakota

PUBLIC GRAVESIDE SERVICE
Tuesday, June 9, 2020 - 11:00 a.m.
Mt. Hope Cemetery
Quinn, South Dakota

  • So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing..what a life she had..I had no idea she was a teacher! Thinking of all of you! ~ Barb Patterson Wall, SD (6/12/2020)
  • We love you our Grand Mother Journey well onto the Kingdom!!!
    Some Glad Morning We shall see you ..Aho Your Lakota Grand Children     ~ Mr&Mrs Solomon,Melissa Dupris Red Bear Family Rapid City SD (6/9/2020)
  • Patsy and Family, My condolences at the death of your mother. Please be assured of my prayers for you at this difficult time. God Bless. ~ Fr. Angelo N. Carusi Johnston, RI (6/8/2020)
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Take care. ~ Clayton & Linda Baysinger Rapid City (6/6/2020)
  • South Dakota ~ Ron and Debbie Vogt Herrick (6/5/2020)
  • Patsy and family. We are sad to learn of your mother's passing. Our sincere condolences and prayers are offered to you and your families.
    With love and sympathy, The Carusi's, Tom, Becky, Andrew, Ben, & Matthew.     ~ Thomas Carusi Massachusetts (6/4/2020)
  • I will always remember branding time meals. She was an amazing person and cook. ~ William Neumann Pierre ,SD (6/4/2020)
  • So sorry to hear this. Spent a lot of time at their place when we were growing up. Always admired this lovely lady. Warren always talks about playing Bingo beside the sisters at Interior and how spunky they were. Always a good housewife and mother. Thought and prayers will be with you all at this time. ~ Shirley D. Sweezy Box Elder, SD (6/3/2020)
  • South Dakota ~ Chasity Fleshner Parkston (6/2/2020)
  • So very sorry for the loss of your mom. I pray you find comfort in the presence of family & friends as you all navigate this difficult time. My prayers are with you. ~ Charlene Ellsworth Hurricane, Utah (6/2/2020)
  • So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you. ~ Alan & Laurie Ziegler Pomona, Mo (6/2/2020)
  • Best wishes to your family ~ Joella Johnson Sacramento, California (6/2/2020)
  • Sorry to hear-Sending Prayers Now!! ~ Charley Vice Rapid City S.D. (6/2/2020)
  • Condolences to your family, may she Rest In Peace. ~ Pyong & Su Lee Elk Grove, California (6/2/2020)
  • Bessie worked very hard to raise her family. She will be remembered for her loving ways and creativity. Her light shines on in her children and grandchildren. Patsy and Sharon comforted her and watched over her so lovingly and she was contented and happy. Growing up as neighbors and attending a one room school in the country made us all close and that has carried on through the years. God Bless Bessie's family. ~ Marcia Williams Lincoln, NE (6/2/2020)
  • O'Bryan Family We are sorry to hear of Bessie's death. She was a very kind lady she would always visit with you wherever she saw you. God Bless each and everyone in the family. RIP our friend forever. ~ Van & Cathy Simpfenderfer Wall, SD (6/2/2020)
  • So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and Prayers. ~ Ralph & Cathy Fiedler Sturgis, SD (6/1/2020)
  • So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. I wish you all peace and happiness. ~ Gwen Hamilton Denver, CO (6/1/2020)
  • We were saddened to hear of the loss for your family. Bessie was a friend and neighbor for many decades and we will remember her fondly. Our best wishes and sympathy to your family. ~ Leslie and Catherine Williams Lincoln, NE (6/1/2020)
  • Sharon and family - so sorry to hear about your mom...our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. ~ Jeanne and Marv Botz Wall, SD (6/1/2020)