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Funeral services will take place on Friday, March 24, 2023 at 2:00 PM (Mountain).

Masonic Cemetery
Philip, South Dakota

Masonic Cemetery
Philip, South Dakota



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In memory of

Etta Maude Erdmann

of Philip, South Dakota, died on Monday, March 20, 2023 at Scotchman Living Center in Philip at the age of 91

Etta Maude (Griesel) Erdmann was born to Paul and Miriam (Riddell) Griesel on the 28th day of September, 1931, in the town of Philip, South Dakota. The family moved to Hartley where she grew up and attended the Marietta School through 7th grade before moving to Philip where she finished school and graduated high school in 1949. Etta married Oliver Erdmann on October 22, 1949. They separated in November of 1983.

Etta worked various jobs before taking a position with Haakon County as the Deputy County Assessor. Etta took over as Assessor when Homer Morgan retired in 1970 until her retirement in 1997.

Etta found a special friend and soul mate with Chuck Allen. Throughout her later years she enjoyed spending time assisting Chuck with restoring antique furniture. She also loved playing golf and riding around town with Chuck in their golf cart.

Etta enjoyed her retirement years. She enjoyed having company and spending time with her many grandchildren.

Etta is survived by a son Paul Eugene Erdmann of Mesquite, Nevada; three daughters Paula (Johnny) Stone of Muleshoe, TX, Mitzi Houska of Moscow, ID, and Rosemarie (Kevin) Sinclair of Spearfish. Etta is blessed with nine grandchildren: John Paul Erdmann of Billings, MT, Michelle Erdmann of Brooklyn Park, MN, Gina Erdmann of Bemidji, MN, Angie Lano of Elk River, MN, Christine Miller of Elk River, Tracy Stone of Amarillo, TX, Shala Reed of Fiona, TX, Justin Houska of Moscow, ID, and Casey Curtis of Stanford, VA; five great-grandchildren: Joe, Jake, Shannon, Dillon, and Jensen; two great-great-grandchildren Jaxson and Jocelyn; and two brothers Jack (Arlyce) Griesel of Philip and Ben (Ann) Griesel of Martinez, Georgia.

Etta is preceded in death by her longtime companion Chuck Allen; her parents; four sisters Mavis Neiderworder, Edith Herber, Rosemary Greeno, and Pauline Griesel; son-in-law Kenneth Houska; and granddaughter Kayla Houska.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 24, 2023 at the Masonic Cemetery in Philip with Pastor Kathy Chesney officiating.

GRAVSIDE SERVICE
Friday, March 24, 2023 - 2:00 p.m.
Masonic Cemetery
Philip, South Dakota

CLERGY
Pastor Kathy Chesney

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance

  • Thank you Pastor Kathy for the beautiful service and thank you Masonic Cemetery for having the service live online as I was unable to come. Rest in peace Grandma what a beautiful day to say goodbye to a beautiful person ~ Gina Erdmann Bemidji, MN (3/24/2023)
  • Such a kind and generous Aunt. I remember the times we would visit and she always had a smile and welcomed us. Always a special treat when we would visit. Had a great visit with her a few years ago and know she enjoyed life. Thinking of you all and sending prayers. ~ Lynette (Griesel) Pueppke Alexandria, South Dakota (3/23/2023)
  • So sorry for your loss. ~ Ann Cvach Midland, SD (3/21/2023)
  • Dear family of Etta,
    Of all these decades that I've known your mother, I have always thought of her as nothing but a beautiful woman.
    She always greeted me with such kindness and joy.
    Even in these last times she somehow knew that she knew me, to my delight.
    Losing our mother's leave such a vacancy in our lives.
    I am praying for great comfort during this sad time and for later as memories flood back.     ~ Rebecca Essen Philip (3/21/2023)